From the 1979 invention by two MIT students of the visible calculator to the war between Lotus and Microsoft for dominance in the spreadsheet market, this book is a fascinating look at the software application that helped spur the entire computer industry This loving look back at the early computer and technology evolution will teach anyone interested озотя in computer history about the MIT students, Bricklin and Frankston, and their unique vision; how Mitch Kapor and Lotus 1-2-3 trumped VisiCalc; how the spreadsheet gave businesses a reason to buy PCs; and how Microsoft came to dominate the market The book also contains descriptions of 25 amazing spreadsheets that users can download from the book's web site.  2005 г Мягкая обложка, 128 стр ISBN 1932802045.

Book DescriptionWhy are nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) so successful in today’s world? How do they empower themselves? This insightful book provides important new perspectives on the strategic thinking of NGOs, the way they identify themselves, and how they behave Raymond L Bryant develops a novel theoretical perspective around озоум the concept of moral capital and assesses that concept through in-depth case studies of NGOs in the Philippines The book’s focus is on perceptions of NGOs as moral and altruistic and how such perceptions can translate into social power Bryant examines the ambiguous qualities of NGO strategizing, the ways in which the quest for moral capital is bedeviled by the need to compromise with political and economic elites, and the possibilities for NGOs to achieve political goals as moral leaders.  2005 г ISBN 0300106599.

Bored with the same old look for the same old programs in the same old RPG? Consider this book your guide to "cool things" that you can program on the iSeries and AS/400 OS/400 may be one of the most reliable platforms available for business users, but face it, the same old green-screen applications are boring It's time to change all that with озоут techniques that can completely revitalize the look and feel of your applications! This book shows you how to use some unique techniques to give a whole new face to your iSeries and AS/400 applications To start off, you'll get a suite of techniques you can use with your green-screen programs: Query Manager/400, advanced display DDS functions, user-defined ILE functions, and Advanced Function Printing SectionII gives you tools that you can use to give your PC client applications and interfaces more function and usability with ADO, OLE DB, and FTP And finally, you'll dive into the world of the Internt in Section III to explore the possibilities of using youriSeries or AS/400 as you develop Web pages, implement e-mail, and even use ActiveX Data Objects to develop applications in Visual Basic This book will add a whole new set of weapons to your iSeries development arsenal.  ISBN 1583470174.

"Users Guide to Logic Audio 5" uses a step-by-step logical approach to help musicians learn the features of Emagics Logic Audio 5 so they can make great music Author Stephen Bennett shows readers how to install the program on a Mac or PC, record audio and MIDI, use Logics editors and plug-ins, and take advantage of a number of tips and tricks озоуч In short, this book is all anyone needs to get up and running with Logic Audio 5.  ISBN 1929685610.

Book DescriptionIn Deliberative Environmental Politics, Walter Baber and Robert Bartlett link political theory with the practice of environmental politics, arguing that the "deliberative turn" in democratic theory presents an opportunity to move beyond the policy stalemates of interest-group liberalism and offers a foundation озофд for reconciling rationality, strong democracy, and demanding environmentalism Deliberative democracy, which presumes that the essence of democracy is deliberation -- thoughtful and discursive public participation in decision making -- rather than voting, interest aggregation, or rights, has the potential to produce more environmentally sound policy decisions and a more ecologically rational form of environmental governance Baber and Bartlett defend deliberative democracy's relevance to environmental politics in the twenty-first century against criticisms from other theorists They critically examine three major models for deliberative democracy -- those of JohnRawls, Jurgen Habermas, and advocates of full liberalism such as Amy Gutmann, Dennis Thompson, and James Bohman -- and analyze the implications of each of these approaches for ecologically rational environmental politics as well as for institutions, citizens, experts, and social movements In order to establish that democracy is ecologically sustainable and that environmental protection can (and must) become a norm of culture rather than a mere fact of government, they argue, new models of ecological deliberation and deliberative environmentalism are required.  2005 г ISBN 0262524449.

In the late sixties, as the world was waking to a need for Earth Day, a pioneering group founded a small non-profit research and education organization they called the New Alchemy Institute Their aim was to explore the ways a safer and more sustainable world could be created In the ensuing years, along with scientists, agriculturists, and a host of озофй enthusiastic amateurs and friends, they set out to discover new ways that basic human needs--in the form of food, shelter, and energy--could be met A Safe and Sustainable World is the story of that journey, as it was and as it continues to be The dynamics and the resilience of the living world were the Institute's model and the inspiration for their research Central to their efforts then and now is, along with science, a spiritual quest for a more harmonious human role in our planet's future The results of this work have now entered mainstream science through the emerging discipline of ecological design Nancy Jack Todd not only relates a fascinating journey from lofty ideals through the hard realities encountered in learning how to actually grow food, harness the energy of the sun and wind, and design green architecture She also introduces us to some of the heroes and mentors who played a vital role in those efforts as well, from Buckminster Fuller to Margaret Mead The early work of the Institute culminated in the design and building of two bioshelters--large greenhouse-like independent structures called Arks, that provided the setting for much of the research to follow A Safe and Sustainable World demonstrates what has and can be done--it also looks to what must be done to integrate human ingenuity and the four billion or so years of evolutionary intelligence ofthe natural world into healthy, decentralized, locally dreams hard won--and hope Автор Нэнси Джек Тодд Nancy Jack Todd.  Издательство: Island Press, 2005 г Твердый переплет, 204 стр ISBN 1559637781.

Book DescriptionSheridan has compiled a years worth of original thoughts if taken at a rate of one per day His quips range through homilies, puns, quips and basic truths Sheridans love of words and their oddities, as well as his playful humor, make a thoughtful and enjoyable reading experience "Bits and Pieces to Ponder" is a great озофм way to start or finish the day Thoughts ranging from a play on words to very insightful quips will give the reader interesting ideas to mull upon The small book will fit into a purse or a glove compartment or be quite at home on a coffee or bedside table It can be read in sequence or by dipping into it at random Whatever the page that is chosen, the thought can be pondered upon in terms of the readers own experiences The thought can grow for as Sheridan states: "Cultivate the seed, not the fertilizer ".  2003 г 384 стр ISBN 1589821025.

Poor design and a failure to consider the user often act against the effectiveness in online communication Designing Usable Electronic Text, Second Edition explores the human issues that underlie information usage and stresses that usability is the main barrier to the electronic medium's campaign to gain mass acceptance The book is a revision озофп of the successful First Edition with a new emphasis on the Web and hypertext design and their impacts With the emergence of new uses of information, such as e-commerce and telemedicine, text presentation will take on a new and greater importance Its focus on the design framework and its empirical approach make it a unique book.  ISBN 074840113X.

Book DescriptionThis study is a major first attempt to address the many issues associated with the institutional innovation in water resource management comprehensively and in depth It is a global survey and assessment of the structure, evolution, and performance of water institutions in regional, national, and international settings It озофс includes: an analysis and discussion of the rationale for institutional innovations, based on case study findings; specific suggestions for sustainable institutional design; and recommendations for implementing institutional reforms The term "water institutions" in the context of this volume is broadly defined to include water laws and regulations, water supply schemes, water technologies, regulatory practices, and water administration policies, all viewed in light of the prevailing socioeconomic, political, and cultural settings in which they are embedded.  2005 г 210 стр ISBN 3540238115.

"Whether you are designing intelligent transportation systems or buffers in ATM switches, you will find key asynchronous distributed simulation techniques in this insightful book These techniques will help revolutionize your large-scale systems designs of today and tomorrow Drawing on nearly 20 years of experience in modeling and озохж simulation, the authors bring you the first book to present fundamental principles for asynchronous distributed simulation Throughout Modeling and Asynchronous Distributed Simulation, you will explore a wealth of case studies that provide real-world approaches to a range of diverse technology disciplines You will also discover essentials to improve your understanding of complex systems, including: Determination of the simulation timestep Analysis of accuracy for simulation results Examination of how simulation results yield qualitative insights into complex system behavior Generation of input stimuli Future research trends in simulation This valuable text offers systems designers, graduate students, and practicing computer science engineers both basic principles and complex concepts of modeling and asynchronous distributed simulation ".  ISBN 0780353986.

Book DescriptionIn Riding the Wheel to Wellness, Charles Atkins explains why meditation, prayer, chanting, and visualization are effective and how they can be used to restore wellness on all levels of our lives Although Atkinss spiritual approach is based on Nichiren Buddhism, his mission is to help alleviate the suffering of all people, so озохм the techniques he describes are interdisciplinary and have been utilized by people from all walks of life Riding the Wheel to Wellness addresses many questions readers have presented to Atkins along with some of their success stories It also contains visualizations to help readers target specific illnesses Most poignant and comforting is Atkinss explanation of the cycle of birth, death, and rebirththe wheel of samsaraand the spiritual opportunities inherent at each stage of the journey Our very lives contain the secrets to wellness, and we can learn to evoke our healing power with Atkinss guidance.  2005 г 109 стр ISBN 0892541121.

Book Description "Extinction is forever We have no doubt as to what this means CEME The Red Book: The Extinction Crisis Face to Face produced jointly by CEMEX, one of the world's largest cement companies, and the Species Survival Commission (SSC) of The World Conservation Union (IUCN), is a dramatic new tool to communicate the issues surrounding озохт extinction and conservation to broad audiences Drawing on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the world's most objective and authoritative inventory of species at risk of extinction, the Red Book combines awe-inspiring imagery with solid science and factual accounts More than 100 stunning photographs from some of the most renowned photographers reflect the extraordinary beauty and diversity of the natural world With the Red Book's dramatic cover, readers are compelled to explore the hundreds of beautiful, weird, and intriguing species from the leafy sea dragon to the jade slipper orchid Yet the plants and animals covered represent only a fraction of the 11,000 species listed as threatened in the Red List In turn, the Red List represents only a fraction of the millions more species that have not been evaluated, let alone described or even discovered "The splendid images - of animals and plants and the places they inhabit - are vivid testimony of the rich variety we are privileged to live with, and a warning of how barren our world will be if we let this extinction wave run its course," says Chair of IUCN's Species Survival Commission, David Brackett More than an awareness-raising tool, the Red Book is a call for action to all sectors of society from industry to governments to educators, to work together to save biological diversity By joining forces with IUCN, CEMEX is showing the positive role that industry, particularly large multinational companies, can play.  2005 г 309 стр ISBN 9686397647.

Book DescriptionEarth Bound is a daybook of 365 meditations culled from the worlds of spirituality and science, philosophy and art These daily musings remind us of both the responsibility and the humanity we share on Earthand within the embrace ofthe cosmos The book provides readers with a unique, eclectic view of Earths calendar: February озохщ 12"Today is one of several festival days throughout the year that are devoted to Diana, the Roman goddess of the forests and the hunt Ancient myths told of pilgrims who, wandering in the woods, came across the naked goddess In retribution over her embarrassment, she changed them into forest creatures " February 17"On this day in 1917 a street in Baltimore was the first anywhere to be lit with gas This was the beginning of a curse for astronomers, who would come to revile city lights for interfering with their telescopes " October 9"Camille Saint-Saens, the French composer, was born on this day in 1835 A lover of the natural world, he created the collection of short pieces entitled Carnival of the Animals Among its themes are The Lion, The Swan, The Aquarium, The Donkeys, The Tortoise, and even Fossils ".  2004 г 240 стр ISBN 1558964657.

Book DescriptionConcerned with hydrocarbon production economics, this two-volume set dissects the old adage in the oil industry that exploration for hydrocarbons loses money while production of hydrocarbons makes money Issues explored include how risk should be managed and how a given situation can be analyzed so that the chances of obtaining озохы the desired level of profit can be maximized A significant contribution to the understanding of economic risk management in the context of hydrocarbon production,these texts will be of value to both graduate students studying hydrocarbon production and oil industry professionals involved in economic risk analysis.  2004 г ISBN 0906522242.

Book DescriptionJoan Borysenko, best-selling author and lecturer, leads you through 2 empowering meditations: 1 Breath of Life, Breath of Love: This breath-centered meditation gently guides you through each part of your body, helping you establish contact with the life force within each cell and balance your bodys energy 2 Stretching and озохя Relaxation: This series of simple meditative stretches and self-massage instructions are deeply restorative to body, mind, and spirit.  2005 г ISBN 1401904467.

Book DescriptionOn this CD program to be used as you start and finish your day, Dr Bernie Siegel guides you through two individual and empowering meditations, each a combination of guided imagery and auto-hypnosis These inspiring inner journeys are designed to assist you in dealing with negative thoughts, past hurts, stress, grief, and other озоцж conditions that can contribute to your lack of well-being Bernies calm, resonant voice gently helps you experience your own unique qualities, as well as your inner and outer beauty Its important that you create "healing intervals" within your day to receive the maximum benefit from this program Through repeated listenings, youll discover that old, outmoded thought patterns will dissipate and be replaced by new thought patterns that will elicit a healthier response from your physical and mental being.  2005 г ISBN 1401904157.

Book DescriptionWisdom from the great philosophers, sages, and saints informs the pages of this lovely art book, lavishly illustrated with photographs that reinforce the sentiments of peace and transcendence Secrets of Serenity is truly a book for our times, a thought-provoking treasury of words and images to dip into for moments of inspiration, озоцм introspection, and respite from stressful living What a thoughtful gift for anyone who will appreciate these messages of tranquility and hope!.  2003 г 126 стр ISBN 0762414995.

Book Description We all have those "go-to" people in our lives The one you go-to for advice, the one you go-to for comfort, the one you go-to with technical questions now you can be the one that others go-to for help with Microsoft Office 2003 Tricks of the Microsoft Office Gurus is full of exclusive tricks from Paul McFedries, an Office "insider," that озоцр will help you learn the Office applications inside and out Designed to bridge the gap between your expectation and reality, you willgo beyond the basics and learn newly discovered techniques, shortcuts and best practices, including: Using Excel's "Camera Tool" for what-if analysis Embedding fonts in shared documents Adding a live stock price quote to a worksheet Using dummy text to layout and format a document Publishing Outlook Calendar to the web Using Word to customize Power Point handouts Through real-world examples that showcase how the tips and tricks can be used in everyday business tasks, Tricks of the Microsoft Office Gurus will help you get the most out of Office 2003.  2005 г 552 стр ISBN 0789733692.

Our Microsoft Office Applications books provide a wide variety of applications, projects, and simulations that will appeal to students with different computer skills and personal interests When the Introductory and Advanced books are used together, students will learn all of the necessary skills to become Microsoft Office Specialist certified озоцу at the core level for Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint Instructions and activities are generic and work for Microsoft Office XP, Office 2000, and Office 2003.  ISBN 0619055995.

Book DescriptionThis book on urban design extends and develops the widely accepted 'compact city' solution It provides a design proposal for a new kind of sustainable urban landscape: Urban Agriculture By growing food within an urban rather than exclusively rural environment, urban agriculture would reduce the need for industrialized production, озоцх packaging and transportation of foodstuffs to the city dwelling consumers The revolutionary and innovative concepts put forth in this book have potential to shape the future of our cities quality of life within them Urban design is shown in practice through international case studies and the arguments presented are supported by quantified economic, environmental and social justifications * Is THE first book on urban agriculture for architects, landscape architects and urban designers * Presents concepts with the potential to have an immense impact on the future shape of cities * Includes over 200 images providing readers a clear visual idea of this pioneering subject.  2005 г 304 стр ISBN 0750655437.

Novell ZENworks Linux Management Administrator's Handbook is the official guide to ZENworks Linux Management, written by Ron Tanner, Novell ZENworks product manager, and Richard Whitehead, Novell ZENworks product marketing manager Learn about the innovative combination of SUSE Linux and the advanced management capabilities of ZENworks озоцэ that has positioned Novell as the leading enterprise Linux solution provider You will learn about: The ZENworks family The ZENworks Management web console Registering devices into them system and system settings Reporting Common device management tasks Keeping servers synchronized Troubleshooting Gather insight directly from the minds behind ZENworks Linux Management with the Novell ZENworks Linux Management Administrator's Handbook.  2005 г Мягкая обложка, 264 стр ISBN 0672327848.

Book DescriptionPerhaps no other person has done more to bring mindfulness meditation into the contemporary landscape of America than Jon Kabat-Zinn Th rough a number of research studies, and through Kabat-Zinns pioneering work at the University of Massachusetts Medical School where he is founder of its world-renowned Stress Reduction озочи Clinic, mindfulness is finally being recognized as a highly effective tool for dealing with stress, chronic pain, and other illnesses Today, with a four-part home training course, Jon Kabat-Zinn offers listeners the definitive mindfulness meditation practice on CD "We are not trying to actively achieve a state of deep relaxationor any other state for that matterwhile practicing mindfulness," he teaches "But interestingly, by opening to an awareness of how things actually are in the present moment, we often taste very deep states of relaxation and well-beingof both body and mind " Join the bestselling author of Coming to Our Senses (Hyperion, 2005) and Wherever You Go, There You Are (Hyperion 1995) to develop and deepen your personal mindfulness practice, and to taste the universal aspects of stillness, clarity, wisdom, compassion, and well-being that Guided Mindfulness Meditation offers.  2005 г ISBN 1591793599.

Book DescriptionWANT TO LIVE LIFE BEYOND YOUR CONFUSION AND FEAR? Taylor suggests we are a society in mourning with few adult tools to grieve…The continual threat of terrorism and war coupled with current stresses of daily life leave us afraid and confusedtriggering childhood wounds and adult doubts about our ability to cope Many of us express озочм this unresolved confusion, fear, grief and tension through compulsive and addictive behaviors We may eat too much, drink, drug or smoketoo much, love, shop, work, gamble or worry too much But we begin to live out of fear rather than faithcompulsion rather than choiceisolation rather than unity as we long to anchor our safety into something predictable and secure Our stress, Taylor states, if not resolved, gets expressed through mal-adaptive methods of coping which ultimately reveal themselves in physical ailments or injuries, psychological unrest, spiritual isolation or addictive and compulsive behaviors Taylors Six-Cycle Model offers a viable and creative way out She takes addiction beyond the ordinary realm of twelve step meetings and abstinencesuggesting our addictive behaviors are actually gifts from our Soul She invites readers to embrace what lies underneath their confusion and their fear as she guides them through a process which transforms abandonment to union; anger to empowerment; shame to compassion; loneliness to sacred solitude; betrayal to gratitude and fear to faith.  2005 г 86 стр ISBN 0595364748.

Book DescriptionThe perfect book for any trendspotter who's looking for a new do, or wondering what fragrance will match her mood! It's two awesome books in one! * Learn how to make your own funky hair accessories * Take a quiz and find out how high "mane"-tenance you really are * Learn the answer to the question: what is aromatherapy? * Find озочт out what scents are best for you-whether you're headed for the school dance or a girls' night at the movies Illustrated by Amy Saidens.  2003 г 48 стр ISBN 0448428482.

Ubuntu Linux--the most popular Linux distribution on the planet--preserves the spirit embodied in the ancient African word ubuntu, which means both "humanity to others" and "I am what I am because of who we all are " Ubuntu won the Linux Journal Reader's Choice Award for best Linux distribution and is consistently the top-ranked озочщ Linux variant on DistroWatch com The reason this distribution is so widely popular is that Ubuntu is designed to be useful, usable, customizable, and always available for free worldwide Ubuntu Hacks is your one-stop source for all of the community knowledge you need to get the most out of Ubuntu: a collection of 100 tips and tools to help new and experienced Linux users install, configure, and customize Ubuntu With this set of hacks, you can get Ubuntu Linux working exactly the way you need it to Learn how to: Install and test-drive Ubuntu Linux Keep your system running smoothly Turn Ubuntu into a multimedia powerhouse: rip and burn discs, watch videos, listen to music, and more Take Ubuntu on the road with Wi-Fi wireless networking, Bluetooth, etc Hook up multiple displays and enable your video card's 3-D acceleration Run Ubuntu with virtualization technology such as Xen and VMware Tighten your system's security Set up an Ubuntu-powered server Ubuntu Hacks will not only show you how to get everything working just right, you will also have a great time doing it as you explore the powerful features lurking within Ubuntu "Put in a nutshell, this book is a collection of around 100 tips and tricks which the authors choose to call hacks, which explain how to accomplish various tasks in Ubuntu Linux The so called hacks range from down right ordinary to the other end of the spectrum of doing specialised things More over, each and every tip in this book has been tested by the authors on the latest version of Ubuntu (Dapper Drake) and is guaranteed to work In writing this book, it is clear that the authors have put in a lot of hard work in covering all facets of configuring this popular Linux distribution which makes this book a worth while buy " -- Ravi Kumar, Slashdot org.  2006 г Мягкая обложка, 426 стр ISBN 0596527209.

Book Description A timely and much needed corrective to the current infatuation with cost-benefit analysis and the derelict logic used to defend it As clinical as it sounds to express the value of human lives, health, or the environment in cold dollars and cents, cost-benefit analysis requires it More disturbingly, this approach is being embraced озочь by a growing number of politicians and conservative pundits as the most reasonable way to make many policy decisions regarding public health and the environment By systematically refuting the economic algorithms and illogical assumptions that cost-benefit analysts flaunt as fact, Priceless tells a "gripping story about how solid science has been shoved to the backburner by bean counters with ideological blinders" (In These Times) Ackerman and Heinzerling argue that decisions about health and safety should be made "to reflect not economists' numbers, but democratic values, chosen on moral grounds This is a vividly written book, punctuated by striking analogies, a good deal of outrage, and a nice dose of humor" (Cass Sunstein, The New Republic) Essential reading for anyone concerned with the future of human health and environmental protection, Priceless "shines a bright light on obstacles that stand in the way of good government decisions" (Public Citizen News).  2005 г ISBN 1565849817.

Можно ли учиться весело и с удовольствием? Можно, если превратить обучение в увлекательную игру! В этой книге ребёнок найдёт множество упражнений по правописанию, занимательных озошв головоломок и весёлых задачек, решая которые он не только закрепит навыкиписьма, но и научится рассуждать, сравнивать, анализировать А это невероятно важно! Умение последовательно и логически мыслить поможет ребёнку справиться с любой поставленной перед ним задачей Данное пособие могут с успехом использовать работникидетских садов, воспитатели и родители для подготовки детей к школе Пусть эта книга поможет детям стать умными и талантливыми людьми!.  2007 г 31 стр ISBN 5-488-00262-6 Формат: 84x108/16 (~205х290 мм).

Book DescriptionIn the same tradition as such bestselling authors as Jack Kornfield and Sharon Salzberg, Insight Meditation teacher Tara Brach has cultivated one of the largest and most active Buddhist meditation communities in the eastern United States With Radical Self-Acceptance, this gifted guide brings her enthusiasm and depth of experience озошп to a wide new arena of listeners for the first time "Imagine what it would be like to be without anxiety about your imperfections," begins Brach Employing herskills in two worlds, this clinical psychologist and meditation instructor takes on what she considers to be the most difficult and pervasive challenge to Westerners today: the suffering caused by our feelings of unworthiness and deficiency Here, Brach teaches the specific practices we need to become more mindful and compassionate toward the "unforgivable" parts within ourselves and how to free ourselves from "the prison of shame and self-aversion " Practical and supportive, Radical Self-Acceptance marks the debut of one of the most capable new voices today on the marriage between Eastern meditation and Western psychology.  2005 г ISBN 1591793211.

Book DescriptionInterpretations of wild nature and wilderness are particularly diverse in the American mind, given our history, our collective economic success, and our diverse social and cultural mix Although the meanings we attribute to nature reflectour different views of the role humans should play in the natural world, there remains озоуй a divide between how we embrace protected landscapes and how we consider natural landscapes, or nature itself Thomas Vale explores this phenomenon in The American Wilderness: Reflections on Nature Protection in the United States In his examination of protected landscapes at all scales, from the wooded corners of a city park and the local reserve of wetland, to the vast wilderness of the Everglades and Okeefenokee, to Central Park and Yosemite, Vale argues that nature protection is an act of place-creation, an act that necessarily links humans to nature and depends on a diverse array of human interactions rare combination of celebration and criticism, Vale's argument is twofold: landscapes of protected nature in the United States represent a legitimate natural resource, and contrary to expressions in some recent literature, such landscapes bond people to nature Providing extensive historical and modern data about the national park, national wilderness, and national wildlife refuge systems, Vale argues for the validity of landscape protection and the benefits of achieving both strict preserves and mixed-commodity places in a democratic society His goal is to unite the often disparate threads of nature protection into a fabric that will enhance an appreciation for the extent and richness of nature protection sentiment and action in the United States.  2005 г ISBN 0813923360.

Book DescriptionFrom the ancient Appalachians to the high Sierra, mountains have always symbolized wilderness for Americans Susan Schrepfer unfolds the history of our fascination with high peaks and rugged terrain to tell how mountains have played a dramatic role in shaping American ideas about wilderness and its regulation Delving into memoirs озоур and histories, letters and diaries, early photos and old maps, Schrepfer especially compares male and female mountaineering narratives to show the ways in which gender affected what men and women found to value in rocky heights, and how their different perceptions together defined the wilderness preservation movement for the nation The Sierra Club in particular popularized the mystique of America's mountains, and Schrepfer uses its history to develop a sweeping interpretation of twentieth-century wilderness perceptions and national conservation politics Schrepfer follows men like John Muir, Wilderness Society cofounder Robert Marshall, and the Sierra Club's own David Brower into the mountains-and finds them frequently in the company of women She tells how mountaineering women shaped their lives through high adventure well before the twentieth century, participating in Appalachian mountain clubs and joining men as "Mazamas"-mountain goats-scaling Oregon's Mount Hood From these expeditions, Schrepfer examines how women's ideas, language, and activism helped shape American environmentalism just as much as men's, parsing the "Romantic sublime" into its respective masculine and feminine components Tracing this history to the 1964 Wilderness Act, she also shows how the feminine sublimes continue to flourish in the form of ecofeminism and in exploits like the all-woman climb of Annapurna in 1978 By explaining why both women and men risked their lives in these landscapes, how they perceived them, and why they wanted to save them, Schrepfer also reveals the ways in which religion, social class, ethnicity, and nationality shaped the experience of the natural world Full of engaging stories that shed new light on a history many believe they already know, her book adds subtlety and nuance to the oft-told annals of the wild and gives readers a new perspective on the wilderness movement and mountaineering.  2005 г ISBN 0700613692.

Book DescriptionThe leader of the SGI Nichiren Buddhist movement herein conveys to young people a rare message of optimism about our common future This Japanese Buddhist leader and peacebuilder challenges readers to examine stereotypes, overcome prejudices and keep open minds to the possibility of a world without violence or war In intimate озоуф essays, the author introduces his personal friends to the reader--friends who have demonstrated that sincerity and perseverance can achieve dreams of peace These friends range from household names such as Gandhi to obscure Japanese scholars and priests from El Salvador He challenges young people to dare to believe that, like these individuals, they can live their ideals The DVD, ""Another Way of Seeing Things,"" is a film about our common humanity With historical footage and recreated images, it demonstrates that the exotic, mysterious, threatening "other" whom we regard from afar is simply a human being.  2004 г 219 стр ISBN 1931501017.

Book DescriptionThis concise, much-needed guide takes readers step by step through planning and executing field work associated with many different types of remote sensing projects Remote sensing texts and research reports typically focus on data-analytic techniques while offering a dearth of information on procedures followed in the field озофб In contrast, this book provides clear recommendations for defining field work objectives, devising a valid sampling plan, finding locations using GPS, and selecting and using effective measurement techniques for field reflectance spectra and for studies of vegetation, soils, water, and urban areas Appendices feature sample field note forms, an extensive bibliography on advanced and specialized methods, and online metadata sources 1 edition Автор Roger M McCoy.  Издательство: The Guilford Press, 2004 г Мягкая обложка, 159 стр ISBN 1593850794 Язык: Английский.

Acknowledging that getting a handle on the new features of a development environment is difficult, this book organizes the new features of Visual FoxPro 8 0 into functional categories and shows developers how and why to use each of them Visual FoxPro 8 0 features improvements in many areas, including several new base classes, structured error handling, озофи and several new tools Each of these new features is covered in detail so developers can be productive right away Also covered are the new classes introduced in VFP 8 0, including CursorAdapter, XMLAdapter, Collection, and Exception New VFP 8 0 tools are discussed as well, including the Task Pane Manager, the Toolbox, and Code References Developers will also learn about the many VFP 8 0 enhancements including structured error handling, the ability to bind and raise events of native objects, and the ability to specify the class used for certain members of container classes.  ISBN 1930919409.

* Real-time systems are used in a wide range of applications, including command and control systems, flight control, telecommunication systems, and online purchase payment * Provides an accessible yet comprehensive treatment * of real-time computing and communications systems * Outlines the basics of real-time scheduling and scheduling озофк policies designed for real-time applications * Each chapter contains examples and case studies along with test exercises and solutions.  ISBN 0470847662.

Book DescriptionReliable methods for monitoring and assessing soil quality are a prerequisite for successful soil bioremediation projects The fifth volume of Soil Biology presents detailed descriptions of selected methods for evaluating, monitoring and assessing bioremediation treatments of soils contaminated with organic pollutants озофн or heavy metals Traditional soil investigation techniques, including chemical, physical and microbiological methods, are complemented by the most suitable modern methods, such as the use of bioreporter technology, immunological, ecotoxicological or molecular assays Feasibility studies for bioremediation treatments complete the manual Easy-to-follow protocols with step-by-step procedures, lists of the required equipment and reagents as well as notes on the evaluation and quality control allow immediate application Short introductions to the principles and objectives help to assess the field of application of each procedure.  2005 г 366 стр ISBN 3540253467.

Book DescriptionDeep Listening: A Composer's Sound Practice offers an exciting guide to ways of listening and sounding This book provides unique insights and perspectives for artists, students, teachers, meditators and anyone interested in how consciousness may be effected by profound attention to the sonic environment Deep Listening® озофр is a practice created by composer Pauline Oliveros in order to enhance her own as well as other's listening skills She teaches this practice worldwide in workshops, retreats and in her ground breaking Deep Listening classes at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Mills College Deep Listening practice is accessible to anyone with an interest in listening Undergraduates with no musical training benefit from the practices and successfully engage in creative sound projects Many report life changing effects from participating in the Deep Listening classes and retreats Oliveros is recognized as a pioneer in electronic music and a leader in contemporary music as composer, performer, educator and author Her works are performed internationally and her improvisational performances are documented extensively on recordings, in the literature and on the worldwide web.  2005 г 128 стр ISBN 0595343651.

Book DescriptionLight Meditations for a Year is divided into twelve chapters, one for each month of the year The chapters open with a blessing to provide a focus to chart ones inner growth for this particular month, each illustrated with a beautiful photograph by the author The pages may be read on a daily basis or the book may be used as an oracle by озофэ opening it at random There are three parts to each daily page: Contemplation of the day; Guided meditation, visualization or inner journey forthe day; Daily affirmation of the daily theme Like the perennial bestselling "Opening Doors Within" by Eileen Caddy, this lovely book provides a combination of contemplations, meditations, and affirmations.  2005 г 400 стр ISBN 1844090388.

Amazon comEd McGaa, an Oglala Sioux also called Eagle Man, here presents an environmental, personal, and global philosophy of balance Using traditional Native American spirituality as a framework, Nature's Way is a call for a major change in the way people relate to the world McGaa, who has studied under Sioux holy men Chief Eagle Feather and Chief озохи Fool's Crow, begins each chapter by describing the qualities of an animal or plant that represents a particular value, such as the wolf ("one among many") or the eagle ("observation") Personal anecdotes, tribal legends, and stories from around the world support each idea, and the book's somewhat rambling structure is very conversational McGaa's ideas are not new, but they are well-presented If we begin to live by the principles that are demonstrated by the world itself, he writes, we will then be in harmony with the world, rather than taking from it destructively The book's final chapters outline problems such as global warming and overpopulation,which threaten the survival of life on earth Nature's Way will appeal to readers seeking a hopeful spiritual approach for dealing with seemingly insurmountable problems --Therese LittletonBook Description I do not expect you to trade your set of beliefs for mine I do not have all the answers But in my tradition, we ask more questions and we share our honest observations Hopefully, once you have completed reading this book, you will know what I know, and I am fairly sureyou will see how a spiritual path that honors Nature is the only way out of the serious crises facing our planet I call that path Nature's Way Sioux tribal leader Ed McGaa, known as Eagle Man, sounds a call for spiritual awakening He explains how we can create a new global culture based not on domi-nance over nature for economic and political gain, but on values that endure for all times and all people Nature's Way explores Native American belief systems, oppres-sion of Native Americans by the dominant society, the desacralization of Nature, and the complicity of institutional religion Taking on religion, politics, and culture, McGaa provides a template for readers -- a path designed by Nature that anyone can follow Using the lessons of the eagle, bear, lion, wolf, orca, owl, tiger, buffalo, rat, deer, and even the cottonwood tree, Nature's Way teaches all of us how we can overcome religious intolerance, treat women and men equally, preserve our environment, and live in peace.  2005 г 304 стр ISBN 0060750480.

Graphics Gems IV is the newest volume in the Graphics Gems series All of the books in the series contain practical solutions for graphics problems using the latest techniques in the field The books in this series have become essential, time saving tools for many programmers Volume IV is a collection of carefully crafted gems which are all new and innovative озохп All of the gems are immediately accessible and useful in formulating clean, fast, and elegant programs The C programming language has been used for most of the program listings, although several of the gems have C++ implementations *IBM version Includes one 3 1/2" high-density disk System Requirements: 286 or higher IBM PC compatible, DOS 4 0 or higher.  ISBN 0123361559.

Book DescriptionUnder the confluence of nomadic economics, technologies, and industries--commonly known as "suburban sprawl"--the city of Detroit, segregated and isolated, constitutes one of the great monuments to decay by a modernist city It is perhapsthe clearest and earliest example of the effects of a globalized economy озохц and labor market Urban Ecology contains a collection of projects generated by the International Center for Urban Ecology (iCUE), a nomadic laboratory for future cities Since its founding in 1998 by Kyong Park, iCUE has accomplished five significant projects through international workshops like "Architecture of Resistance," installations, videos, and urban designs The laboratory investigation promotes discourse on the decomposition and possible reconstitution of a "moving city"--a more useful term through which to identify a city like Detroit iCUE's projects have taken anti-architectural and non-urban perspectives, using multi-disciplinary processes and integrated collaboration with local communities and activists Urban Ecology brings together essays on Detroit and many other cities in crisis around the world Edited by Kyong Park Essays by Hans-Ulrich Obrist, Lebbeus Woods, Philipp Oswalt, Stefano Boeri, Michael Sorkins, Gutierrez + Portefaix, Jerry Herron, Sean Snyder, Marjetica Potrc, et al Foreword by Stephen Vogel Introduction by Peter Lang Flexi-bound, 9 x 7 25 in / 192 pgs / 150 color.  2005 г 192 стр ISBN 962860404X.

Book DescriptionSince its creation in 1968, the Galápagos National Park has been considered by UNESCO as one of the jewels of the planet Long regarded as a mysterious and desolate archipelago, this wildlife paradise is a true showcase of evolution in action In recent years, the newly developed Marine Reserve fulfils the ultimate purpose of the озохъ National Park Serviceprotection and conservation of the region, following decades of abuse by illegal fishing This guide describes the rich human history, the geology and origin of the islands, the "El Niño" phenomenon, the amazing natural history, villages and visitors' sites, and provides insights into the regions' fascinating residentssea birds, endemic land birds, prehistoric reptiles, playful sea lions and the incomparably enchanting underwater world 180 color photos, 70 maps.  2006 г 316 стр ISBN 9622177662.

Book DescriptionEnvironmental chemistry is a new, fast developing science aimed at deciphering fundamental mechanisms ruling the behaviour of pollutants in ecosystems Applying this knowledge to current environmental issues leads to the remediation of environmental media, and to new, low energy, low emission, sustainable processes This озохю book describes the state-of-the-art advances regarding the pollution of water, soils, atmosphere, food and living organisms by toxic metals, fossil fuels, pesticides and other organic pollutants Furthermore, the eco-toxicology section presents novel bio-assays to assess the toxicity of various pollutants such as dioxins and endocrine disrupters within complex media The green chemistry section highlights novel chemical reactions based upon environmentally friendly conditions The analytical chemistry section describes very sensitive methods which trace the fate of pollutants in complex ecosystems.  2004 г 780 стр ISBN 3540228608.

Book DescriptionThe Danube river is one of the world's greatest international freshwater resources It stretches halfway across Europe and passes through 11 countries Its catchment is shared by 17 nations, many of whom are new members of the expanded European Union This book focuses on the disputed Gabcíkovo-Nagymaros Project on the Danube озоцв between Hungary and the Slovak Republic It examines the history and progress of the case from the International Court of Justice to the subsequent agreement tojoint monitoring and assessment of the environmental implications.  2004 г 192 стр ISBN 9280810618.

Book DescriptionVOLUME I: Africa VOLUME II: Europe, Central Asia, and Other Regions (volumes sold separately) "This is a superb manuscript, and one that will become a standard reference in the field for students of conflict and civil war " ¡XRobert Bates, Eaton Professor of the Science of Government, Harvard University The two volumes озоцк of Understanding Civil War build upon the World Bank's prior research on conflict and violence, particularly on the work of Paul Collier and Anke Hoeffler, whose model of civil war onset has sparked much discussion on the relationship between conflict and development in what came to be known as the "greed" versus "grievance" debate The authors systematically apply the Collier-Hoeffler model to 15 countries in 6 different regions of the world, using a comparative case study methodology to revise and expand upon economic models of civil war The book concludes that the "greed" versus "grievance" debate should be abandoned for a more complex model that considers greed and grievance as inextricably fused motives for civil war.  2005 г 350 стр ISBN 0821360493.

Book DescriptionAlthough it is generally understood that the Antarctic Ice Sheet plays a critical role in the changing global system, to date there is a general lack of readily available information on the subject The Atlas of Antarctica is the first atlas on the seventh continent to be published in 20 years It contains 145 accurate topographic озоцн and elevation maps derived from satellite data (GEOSAT and ERS-1 radar altimeter data), which are the best of their kind available today Each map is accompanied by a description of geographic and glaciological features The introductory chapters familiarise the reader with the world of the Antarctic Ice Sheet and its role in the global system, as well as discussing satellite remote sensing and geo-statistical methods at textbook level Applications include detailed regional studies of 15 outlet glaciers of the inland ice, some of which are currently changing rapidly Combinations with SAR data facilitate the study of surface structures and flow features Despite its state-of-the-art scientific accuracy, the Atlas of Antarctica is not only intended for use by researchers and students in glaciology, geophysics, remote sensing, cartography and Antarctic research, but also informative and enjoyable for any readerinterested in the seventh continent The Atlas is accompanied by a CD-ROM containing all the atlas maps and elevation models – enabling the reader to discover a wealth of fascinating details in Antarctica!.  2004 г 364 стр ISBN 3540434577.

Book Description Slow down (maybe even stop), and smell the roses--and the jasmine, sandalwood, peppermint, and citrus blends, too These remarkable fragrant candles, soaps, and potpourris make it simple for overworked, stressed-out women to experience the relaxing pleasures of aromatherapy every day Each deliciously aromatic item in this озоцс lushly illustrated manual uses pure essential oils that promote a sense of health and well being Whether the oil permeates the air or gets absorbed through the skin, it works its magic An introduction explains aromatherapy's benefits, and provides hints for purchasing, blending, and storing the oils With the help of easy-to-follow directions, create a Lifting Lavender Embedded Marble Candle; muscle soothing Relief Bath with juniper, rosemary, lemon, and eucalyptus; Serenity Now soap with patchouli; and Spicy Potpourri.  2005 г 144 стр ISBN 1402719310.

Book Description Aromatherapy oils have been used since ancient times to cleanse the body, strengthen the immune system, and release tension Extracted from the petals, leaves, roots, and resins of plants, these essential oils can provide a lovely andeffective scented therapy used in massage, baths, compresses, inhalations, room fresheners, озоцф shampoos, and body lotions With step-by-step instructions and beautiful color photographs, Aromatherapy for Common Ailments shows how to apply twelve ofthe most versatile essential oils to treat more than forty common health problems, including: Headaches Colds and flu Varicose veins Menstrual pain Insomnia High blood pressure Indigestion Hair loss Acne Fatigue An ideal companion volume to Massage for Common Ailments and Yoga for Common Ailments, this first-of-its-kind guide shows how easy and delightful it is to treat yourself to the art of naturalhealing and relaxation.  2003 г 96 стр ISBN 0743254120.

Open Source is NOT JUST FOR LINUX/UNIX! Open source is changing the software market because of its advantages over commercial tools including cost savings, greater reliability, security, improved performance, and scalability Although open source is primarily associated with Linux, many people, including IT professionals, don?t realize озоцч that open source programs can work on a standard Windows platform In addition, most open source documentation is Linux/UNIX-focused, so instructions and examples are not easily accessible to Window users Using Open Source Web Software with Windows addresses these issues by introducing Windows administrators, programmers, and Web developers to open source server tools such as Perl, MySQL, Apache, and PHP, which are currently used to power more than 65% of Web site worldwide Users learn everything they need to implement these tools effectively, including the basics of downloading and installing each of the packages From there they use the tools and programs in practical combinations to create a self-contained Web server on Windows After working through the book, Windows users will be able to handle open source database methods, send pages to the Web or Intranets, and make dynamic Web databases Using open source software will help to reduce licensing costs and improve the reliability, security, and efficiency of their Web tools.  2005 г Мягкая обложка, 400 стр ISBN 1584504307.

Book DescriptionA deeper insight into the complex processes involved in this field, covering the biological, chemical and engineering fundamentals needed to further develop effective methodologies The book devotes a detailed chapter to each of the four main areas of environmental biotechnology -- wastewater treatment, soil treatment, озоча solid waste treatment, and waste gas treatment -- dealing with both the microbiological and process engineering aspects.  2005 г 488 стр ISBN 3527305858.

Robin Williams Cool Mac Apps: A Guide to iLife 05, Mac, and More is a companion volume to Robin Williams Mac OS X Book, Tiger Edition Together they continue the tradition of Robin's classic guide to the Mac OS, TheA Little Mac Book Because Apple now provides a long list of useful applications with Mac OS X, its state-of-the art operating system, it's озочк impractical to cover all of the Mac OS in one volume This book gives you detailed explanations and tutorials of the main applications that Mac OS X installs on your computer In addition, you'll learn how subscribing to a Mac account can enhance your digital lifestyle John and Robin cover each application in detail in the clear and friendly style for which their award-winning books are known Through tutorials, tips, and techniques you'll learn how to use each of the powerful apps--both individually and as part of an integrated, interactive suite Whether you're a new or veteran user, you'll welcome this book's easy approach to all that's new (and not so new) in Tiger's application collection You'll find an entire chapter on GarageBand 2, Apple's newlyA updated consumer-level music-making software You'll also learn everything about getting on the Internet and using email, including the greatest Web browser, Safari; the way-cool iChat AV, which adds audio and video to instant messaging;A iTunes, which includes access to the revolutionary Apple iTunes Music Store; iCal, Apple's sleek and shareable calendar application; Dashboard, the handy strip of desktop "widget" applications (including stock tickers, RSS feeds, address book, and more );A iMovie, Apple's newly updatedA movie-making software with HD capabilities and advanced editing tools,A and much more A A .  2005 г Мягкая обложка, 560 стр ISBN 0321335902.

Book DescriptionA showcase of outstanding and innovative work that shows that EcoDesign needn't mean dull design This book highlights new ways of thinking about sustainable design, while showcasing innovative product It is a collection of outstanding, innovative product, graphic, fashion, and environment designs The thoughts of the world's озочр leading designers - Ezio Manzini (Italy), Ed Van Hinte (the Netherlands), Droog members Richard Hutten (the Netherlands) and Bless (France), Tom Dixon (UK), Jan Dranger (Sweden) and Edwin Datschefski (UK) - provide a grounding in the materials, methods, and processes behind outstanding projects: their work provides visual inspiration for innovative design Experimental EcoDesign offers inspirational reading for anyone interested in green design also coming with an extensive directory of sources of materials, manufacturers, design studios, and organizations.  2005 г 176 стр ISBN 2880468175.

Book Description More than eighty percent of the world's fish population lives in fisheries At the same time, nearly three-quarters of the world's most important fish species face extinction due to overfishing and environmental contamination Successful Fisheries Management explores the possibilities for effective and sustainable fisheries озочц management across the globe Seven case studies examine both the successes and failures of fisheries from India to Australia to Senegal Experts in their field, the contributors offer their audience a unique and absolutely essential examination of international fisheries management.  2006 г 240 стр ISBN 905972061X.

Book Description They are two of the most powerful and ancient therapies available--and when combined in an "alchemical marriage," they will increase your well-being beyond all expectation So, take a breath to fill your body with the delicious fragrance of essential oils and begin the process of entering a deep meditative state Techniques озочы from the past combine with present-day knowledge as you unearth the scents, mantras, and rituals that will work for you, and how to unite them Develop personalized blends with the help of descriptions of each oil--its medicinal properties, impact on the emotions, and use in ceremonies of all kinds Delve into the different traditions and styles of meditation, and find concrete ways to overcome negative feelings or deal with frustrated hopes and wishes Join in a group meditation for world peace (try frankincense for this loving observance) or experiment with rituals from different cultures Working in harmony, this duet truly nourishes the spirit!.  2003 г 128 стр ISBN 1841810940.

Book DescriptionIn the northern Indian state of Kumaon, villagers set hundreds of forest fires in the early 1920s, protesting the colonial British state’s regulations to protect the environment Yet by the 1990s they had begun to conserve their forests carefully In his innovative historical and political study, Arun Agrawal analyzes this озошб striking transformation He describes and explains the emergence of environmental identities and changes in state-locality relations and shows how the two are related In so doing, he demonstrates that scholarship on common property, political ecology, and feminist environmentalism can be combinedin an approach he calls environmentalityto better understand changes in conservation efforts Such an understanding is relevant far beyond Kumaon; local populations in more than fifty countries are engaged in similar efforts to protect their environmental resources Agrawal brings environment and development studies, new institutional economics, and Foucauldian theories of power and subjectivity to bear on his ethnographical and historical research He visited nearly forty villages in Kumaon, where he examined local records, assessed the state of village forests, and interviewed hundreds of Kumaonis Based on his extensive fieldwork and archival research, he shows how decentralization strategies change relations between states and localities, community decision-makers and common residents, and individuals and the environment In exploring these changes and their significance, Agrawal establishes that theories of environmental politics are enriched by attention to the connections between power, knowledge, institutions, and subjectivities.  2005 г 344 стр ISBN 0822334925.

There is a deep urge within each of us to know what existence is all about, to know who we are, to know why we are here The Wave focuses on the process of unfolding, on discovering the truth of who we are, our connection to all that is, and the endless discoveries of what it is to be divine consciousness in a human form Each of us has our own unique process of dissolving озошк the illusion inherent in this relative reality in which we live and embracing the absolute reality that is the truth of all existence We experience some commonality in this adventure Exploring both our commonality and honoring our individual uniqueness may be useful to each of us Автор Лин Мэйо Lyn Mayo.  Издательство: Blue Dolphin Publishing, 2005 г Мягкая обложка, 148 стр ISBN 1577331516.

Book Description'A new phrase has entered the language ' Anita Roddick, founder of the Body Shop 'Creative and compelling ' Guardian 'Essential reading ' Head of the International Panel on Climate Change If the whole world wanted to live like people in the United States we would need the resources of five planets like Earth Simms shows how millions озошу of us in the West are running up huge ecological debts: from the amount of oil and coal that we burn to heat our houses and run our cars, to what we consume and the waste that we create, the impact of our lifestyles is felt worldwide Whilst these debts go unpaid, millions more living in poverty in the majority world suffer the burden of paying dubious foreign financial debts The book explores agreat paradox of our age: how the global wealth gap was built on ecological debts, which the world's poorest are now having to pay for Highlighting how and why this has happened, he also shows what can be done differently in the future - and what steps we can take to stop pushing the planet to the point of environmental bankruptcy.  2005 г 224 стр ISBN 0745324045.