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A psychopathic killer on a quest leaves behind a string of brutal
murders, and to find the Who, the police must first discover the
Why... Detective Aubrey McKenzie has been assigned to inves-tigate
the murders. A lovely, fabulously wealthy, dark-haired Scot, whose
iron will was forged in the inferno of human tragedy, Aubrey is
stymied by the lack of solid clues. Now she must rely on her
paranormal ability to apprehend the killer-an ability that has been
invaluable in her police work but has made a disaster of her social
life. Fate teams Aubrey with Detective Joshua Diamond, a handsome,
talented, and compassionate man who is more than happy eating a
greasy bacon-cheeseburger and wear-ing clothes that should have
been thrown out with the trash. In a race against time, Aubrey and
Joshua must overcome their vast differences-and their attraction
for each other-and discover the identity of this elusive kill-er,
and the quest this fiend is on, before more lives are destroyed.
Zero Dark Thirty meets The Social Network in this "clever...gritty"
(Ken Liu, author of The Grace of Kings) science fiction thriller
about artificial intelligence, sentience, and labor rights in a
near future dominated by the gig economy-from Hugo Award nominee
S.B. Divya. Welga Ramirez, executive bodyguard and ex-special
forces, is about to retire early when her client is killed in front
of her. It's, 2095 and people don't usually die from violence.
Humanity is entirely dependent on pills that not only help them
stay alive but allow them to compete with artificial intelligence
in an increasingly competitive gig economy. Daily doses protect
against designer diseases, flow enhances focus, zips and buffs
enhance physical strength and speed, and juvers speed the healing
process. All that changes when Welga's client is killed by The
Machinehood, a new and mysterious terrorist group that has
simultaneously attacked several major pill funders. The Machinehood
operatives seem to be part human, part machine, something the world
has never seen. They issue an ultimatum: stop all pill production
in one week. Global panic ensues as pill production slows and many
become ill. Thousands destroy their bots in fear of a strong AI
takeover. But the US government believes the Machinehood is a cover
for an old enemy. One that Welga is uniquely qualified to fight.
Welga, determined to take down the Machinehood, is pulled back into
intelligence work by the government that betrayed her. But who are
the Machinehood, and what do they really want? A "fantastic,
big-idea thriller" (Malka Older, Hugo Award finalist for The
Centenal Cycle series) that asks: if we won't see machines as
human, will we instead see humans as machines?
Functional oxides are used both as insulators and metallic
conductors in key applications across all industrial sectors. This
makes them attractive candidates in modern technology ? they make
solar cells cheaper, computers more efficient and medical
instrumentation more sensitive. Based on recent research, experts
in the field describe novel materials, their properties and
applications for energy systems, semiconductors, electronics,
catalysts and thin films. This monograph is divided into 6 parts
which allows the reader to find their topic of interest quickly and
efficiently. * Magnetic Oxides * Dopants, Defects and
Ferromagnetism in Metal Oxides * Ferroelectrics * Multiferroics *
Interfaces and Magnetism * Devices and Applications This book is a
valuable asset to materials scientists, solid state chemists, solid
state physicists, as well as engineers in the electric and
automotive industries.
Business Intelligence (BI) is a solution to modern business
problems. This book discusses the relationship between BI and Human
Resource Management (HRM). In addition, it discusses how BI can be
used as a strategic decision-making tool for the sustainable growth
of an organization or business. BI helps organizations generate
interactive reports with clear and reliable data for making
numerous business decisions. This book covers topics spanning the
important areas of BI in the context of HRM. It gives an overview
of the aspects, tools, and techniques of BI and how it can assist
HRM in creating a successful future for organizations. Some of the
tools and techniques discussed in the book are analysis, data
preparation, BI-testing, implementation, and optimization on GR and
management disciplines. It will include a chapter on text mining as
well as a section of case studies for practical use. This book will
be useful for business professionals, including but not limited to,
HR professionals, and budding business students.
Business Intelligence (BI) is a solution to modern business
problems. This book discusses the relationship between BI and Human
Resource Management (HRM). In addition, it discusses how BI can be
used as a strategic decision-making tool for the sustainable growth
of an organization or business. BI helps organizations generate
interactive reports with clear and reliable data for making
numerous business decisions. This book covers topics spanning the
important areas of BI in the context of HRM. It gives an overview
of the aspects, tools, and techniques of BI and how it can assist
HRM in creating a successful future for organizations. Some of the
tools and techniques discussed in the book are analysis, data
preparation, BI-testing, implementation, and optimization on GR and
management disciplines. It will include a chapter on text mining as
well as a section of case studies for practical use. This book will
be useful for business professionals, including but not limited to,
HR professionals, and budding business students.
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S. B. Divya
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One woman and her pilot are about to change the future of the
species in an epic space opera about aspiration, compassion, and
redemption by Hugo and Nebula Award finalist S. B. Divya. For five
centuries, human life has been restricted to Earth, while posthuman
descendants called alloys freely explore the galaxy. But when the
Earthlike planet of Meru is discovered, two unlikely companions
venture forth to test the habitability of this unoccupied new world
and the future of human-alloy relations. For Jayanthi, the adopted
human child of alloy parents, it's an opportunity to rectify the
ancient reputation of her species as avaricious and destructive,
and to give humanity a new place in the universe. For Vaha,
Jayanthi's alloy pilot, it's a daunting yet irresistible adventure
to find success as an individual. As the journey challenges their
resolve in unexpected ways, the two form a bond that only deepens
with their time alone on Meru. But how can Jayanthi succeed at
freeing humanity from its past when she and Vaha have been set up
to fail? Against all odds, hope is human, too.
Tavistock Press was established as a co-operative venture between
the Tavistock Institute and Routledge & Kegan Paul (RKP) in the
1950s to produce a series of major contributions across the social
sciences. This volume is part of a 2001 reissue of a selection of
those important works which have since gone out of print, or are
difficult to locate. Published by Routledge, 112 volumes in total
are being brought together under the name The International
Behavioural and Social Sciences Library: Classics from the
Tavistock Press. Reproduced here in facsimile, this volume was
originally published in 1967 and is available individually. The
collection is also available in a number of themed mini-sets of
between 5 and 13 volumes, or as a complete collection.
Plastic Optical Fiber Sensors cover the fundamentals and
applications of a new class of fiber sensors. With contributions
from leading academics in the area, this book covers the theory of
plastic optical fiber sensors or (POFs), as well as applications in
oil, gas, biotechnology, and energy fields. Using multiple
examples, the editors showcase the advantageous characteristics of
POFs, such as ease of handling, large diameter, inexpensive
peripheral components and simple termination tools. By doing so,
the editors assert that there has been a proliferation of the use
of POFs in new consumer products. The book also highlights uses for
building various products, such as a POF sensor for oil trucker
valve monitoring, a monitoring system for high voltage substation
switch, an oil leaking sensor for offshore platforms and a solar
tracker for illumination. Including over 300 black and white
images, this book would be highly beneficial for professionals in
manufacturing as well as academics in universities, particularly
those who use optical fiber sensors on a regular basis.
India is not only a vast country but is also rich in history and
tradition. It is not an easy task to get information on India. This
encyclopaedia provides authentic information on Indian events by
dates and years and offers an extensive list of dynasties. This
book covers the happenings from the year of the battle of
Kurukshetra up to 2001 onwards. The author picked up threads from
all over the country to weave them into a texture of national
panorama embedded with the events of history, politics, social
reform, art, science, literature, cinema, theatre, sports, etc.
These are interspersed with anecdotes to make it more interesting
reading. In this book the name India in the title has been used in
the historical sense till the march of events divided the country
into India and Pakistan in 1947. This book will have a universal
appeal where India's past and present progress are studied and
discussed. Indians who live abroad and are separated from the
mainstream are likely to find it quite handy. It will also help the
upcoming generation to keep themselves abreast with the country's
evolutionary process. To assist readers plenty of cross-references
of years are given within bracket. The exhaustive index has more
than 11,000 entries to pinpoint any specific information. This book
is a wealth of knowledge with sections on first time in India,
general and women. This book meets the acute need of the absence of
any source having a chronological list of Indian events.
Emergence brings us thirty of the best short stories chosen from
the thousands of entries in the SBS Emerging Writers’
Competition. Now in its third year, the anthology features stories
by thirty emerging writers, each speaking to the theme of
‘Emergence’ and each offering a unique snapshot of contemporary
Australia. Judged by Alice Pung and Christos Tsiolkas, the stories
explore themes such as sense of place, family, loss, culture,
sexual awakening and the abiding connections to people and place
that make us who we are. Told with utterly fresh perspectives and a
rich vein of literary talent, these stories are an invitation into
the unique worlds of everyday Australians. Hardie Grant and SBS
champion the voices of a diverse Australia, and support the
discovery and development of emerging talent to contribute to
Australian storytelling.
Boost grades and the understanding of early algebra concepts that
can make or break the long-term study of algebra through middle and
high school and on to college. Textbooks and classes cover so much
over months at a time that the details at different stages of
learning are passed up with expectations of students remembering
all the details of every stage of learning. This 6 page laminated
reference guide is expertly authored and designed to offer a quick
detailed overview of all stages of early algebra learning. So all
concepts can be seen at a glance before reading texts or listening
to instructors, during study and homework, or further into the
class for refreshing before quizzes and exams. It can help the
math-rusty parent homework coach as well to get the algebra gears
turning again so you can be the homework hero. Topics covered
include: Number Systems; Operations; Algebra; Concepts; Translating
Words into Algebraic Statements; Algebraic Equations; Algebraic
Inequalities; Coordinate; Plane Geometry; Ratio; Portion; Percent.
Analytical Techniques in Meat Science is a comprehensive
compilation of all the relevant methodologies for the quality
analysis of meat. The content of the book is designed to cater to
requirement of meat producers, regulatory agencies, researchers,
students, teachers, laboratory staff etc. It covers techniques for
physico-chemical analysis, species identification and
microbiological examination of meat. Also, it contains the latest
biotechnological and proteomic techniques for meat quality
evaluation. To help the reader understand better figures, tables,
line diagrams, etc are used frequently whenever needed. Some
important pictures are given in plates for lucid and clear
understanding of the concept. Note: T&F does not sell or
distribute the hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan,
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
This book provides much new thinking on the phenomenon of
whole-person education, a phenomenon which features strongly in
East Asian universities, and which aims to develop students
intellectually, spiritually, and ethically, to master critical
thinking skills, to explore ethical challenges in the surrounding
community, and to acquire a broad based foundation of knowledge in
humanities, society, and nature. The book considers different
approaches to whole person education, including Confucian,
Buddhist, and Chinese perspectives, Western philosophy, and
religion and interdisciplinary approaches. Overall, the book
provides a comprehensive overview of whole person education, why it
matters and how to implement it. Moreover, although the examples in
the book are from East Asia, the discussion and the values involved
are universal, important for the whole world.
This book offers the latest research advances in the field of
mathematics applications in engineering sciences and provides a
reference with a theoretical and sound background, along with case
studies. In recent years, mathematics has had an amazing growth in
engineering sciences. It forms the common foundation of all
engineering disciplines. This new book provides a comprehensive
range of mathematics applied to various fields of engineering for
different tasks in fields such as civil engineering, structural
engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, among
others. It offers articles that develop the applications of
mathematics in engineering sciences, conveys the innovative
research ideas, offers real-world utility of mathematics, and plays
a significant role in the life of academics, practitioners,
researchers, and industry leaders. Focuses on the latest research
in the field of engineering applications Includes recent findings
from various institutions Identifies the gaps in the knowledge of
the field and provides the latest approaches Presents international
studies and findings in modelling and simulation Offers various
mathematical tools, techniques, strategies, and methods across
different engineering fields
"Histopathology of Seed-Borne Infections is the first book to
provide comprehensive coverage of seed infection and disease. It
includes an up-to-date account on the development and structure of
seed, pointing out the structural variations in seeds of the plant
families to which most crop plants belong. The text presents
techniques and advice for histopathological studies, as well as a
discussion on physiogenic seed disorders and the penetration of
ovule/seed by fungi. Featuring an extensive bibliography, this book
serves as a springboard for further research in seed biology and
provides a literature review in a field where it is difficult to
access older sources. It will be a valuable resource for seed and
plant scientists, plant pathologists, crop scientists, ecologists,
and seed chemists, as well as researchers and students involved in
seed and plant pathology, seed technology, and agriculture.
Features
The bestselling guide to qualitative research, updated and expanded
Qualitative Research is the essential guide to understanding,
designing, conducting, and presenting a qualitative research study.
This fourth edition features new material covering mixed methods,
action research, arts-based research, online data sources, and the
latest in data analysis, including data analysis software packages
as well as narrative and poetic analysis strategies. A new section
offers multiple ways of presenting qualitative research findings.
The reader-friendly, jargon-free style makes this book accessible
to both novice and experienced researchers, emphasizing the role of
a theoretical framework in designing a study while providing
practical guidance. Qualitative research reaches beyond the what,
where, and when of quantitative analysis to investigate the why and
how behind human behavior and the reasons that govern such
behavior, but this presents a number of significant challenges.
This guide is an invaluable reference for students and
practitioners alike, providing the deep understanding that this
sometimes difficult area of research requires to produce accurate
results. The book contains a step-by-step guide to analyzing
qualitative data and an addendum for graduate students with a
template for a thesis, dissertation, or grant application. * Build
a strong foundation in qualitative research theory and application
* Design and implement effective qualitative research studies *
Communicate findings more successfully with clear presentation *
Explore data sources, data analysis tools, and the different types
of research
Sinead has been taunted by her manipulative brother Patrick all her
life. Now he is missing. But he hasn't stopped messing with her.
Compelled to search for him by her overbearing mother, Sinead
discovers a trail of sinister clues which she knows Patrick has
left for her. They lead her to Benedict House: a place where time
stands still and nothing is as it seems. There she meets James, who
is also looking for answers about his troubled past. Together,
James and Sinead will discover terrifying truths that will test
them to the very limit. For Benedict House is not a place for the
living, and Patrick will stop at nothing to bring them down...
The book bridges the gap between a course on modern physics and an
advanced formal treatise on nuclear physics. The treatment of
topics is simple and direct. Physical ideas are given prominence
and this has been done by informal discussions and many analogies.
It starts with the tools of nuclear physics, both experimental and
mathematical. The author has taken special care in treating the
nuclear shell model throughout the analogy with atomic and
molecular physics. It is a suitable text for any student who has
been exposed to a college level course in modern physics and who
has mathematical competence at the level of calculus and elementary
vector analysis. An important feature of the book is that numerous
illustrative examples have been given along with 200 neatly drawn
figures and problem question sets.
For every student who has ever found the answer to a particular
calculus equation elusive or a certain theorem impossible to
remember, QuickStudy comes to the rescue This 3-panel (6-page)
comprehensive guide offers clear and concise examples, detailed
explanations and colorful graphs all guaranteed to make calculus a
breeze Easy-to-use icons help students go right to the equations
and problems they need to learn, and call out helpful tips to use
and common pitfalls to avoid."
The new edition of the authoritative book in the field of adult
education -- fully revised to reflect the latest research and
practice implications. For nearly three decades, Learning in
Adulthood has been the definitive guide in the field of adult
education. Now in its fourth edition, this comprehensive volume is
fully revised to reflect the latest developments in theory,
research, and practice. The authors integrate foundational research
and current knowledge to present fresh, original perspectives on
teaching and learning in adulthood. Written by
internationally-recognized experts, this market-leading guide draws
from work in sociology, philosophy, critical social theory,
psychology, and education to provide an inclusive overview of adult
learning. Designed primarily for educators of adults, this book is
accessible for readers new to adult education, yet suitably
rigorous for those more familiar with the subject. Content is
organized into four practical parts, covering topics such as the
social context of adult learning, self-directed and
transformational learning, postmodern and feminist perspectives,
cognitive development in adulthood, and more. Offering the most
comprehensive single-volume treatment of adult learning available,
this landmark text: Offers a wide-ranging perspective on adult
learning Synthesizes the latest thinking and work in the field
Includes coverage of the sociocultural perspectives of adult
learning Explores the broader social implications of adult
education Learning in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide, 4th Edition
is an indispensable resource for educators and administrators
involved in teaching adults, as well as faculty and students in
graduate programs in adult education.
Upon its initial publication in 1973 this was the first textbook to
present a unified view and comprehensive treatment of the Economic
Development of Europe from a continental rather than a British
perspective. At the same time, it is more than mere textbook: it is
an interpretive analysis of a wide range of research on the subject
in many countries which explores the objective validity of earlier
theories and provides an ideal starting point for further research
into economic development and European history. The work deals
mainly with Western Europe, but in principally studying both France
and Germany up to 1870 the authors by no means neglect the smaller
countries. Indeed, the work is unusual in dealing fully with the
Scandinavian countries and others, such as Switzerland and Belgium.
This is a reissue of the fully revised and corrected second edition
of the work, first published in 1979.
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