The McGraw-Hill Dictionary of International Trade and Finance

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Excellent choice for an undergraduate text.......2004-08-14

I was pleased with the hands-on, learning by doing aspect of this text, the strong emphasis on multicultural literature, and the arts approach to literature. The text is very readable and not too long, leaving lots of time for reading actual children's books.

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Very Informative!.......2001-01-12

I was doing a report on Psychology and I picked this up. It's extremely well organized with information on every aspect of a multitude of health care jobs.

Book Description

The exploration of the Universe which largely began to take place in the final decades of the 20th century is the story told in Hyperspace: Our Final Frontier. There have now been space probes to all the major planets of the Earth's Solar System -- the only worlds that are likely to be physically explored in our lifetime. Beyond the Solar System, across the final frontier of space, however, astronomers are now able to explore the Universe by proxy, using evidence from light, radio waves, x-ray, and other information gathered by telescopes on the Earth's surface and by orbiting satellites. Astronomers can now work out the life cycles of stars, the evolution of galaxies, the location of other solar systems, and the fate of the Universe itself. Hyperspace: Our Final Frontier provides a compelling insight into the way that astronomers work, explaining how they make the discoveries that make headlines, as well as the stories behind those headlines. From the first steps which measured the distances to the nearest stars, to the latest discovery that the Universe is expanding at an ever faster rate, John Gribbin puts deep space into perspective with the aid of specially commissioned illustrations and revealing photographs from the latest generation of astronomical telescopes.

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Hyperspace: The Universe and its Mysteries.......2002-11-05

Hyperspace: The Universe and its Mysteries written by John Gribbin is a very well-written book and has some really beautiful pictures and illustrations.

"Hyperspace" takes the reader a a quest to find some answers as to how the universe and our galaxy was formed. This book is a companion to the TLC video "Hyperspace: Our Final Frontier." This book shows us how astronomers are now able to explore the universe by proxy... by light, radio waves, and x-rays. There is satellite information and revealing photography from the latest generation of astronomical telescopes all are here in the book making for some very interesting reading along with some interesting illustration to make a point.

The book's contents has but four chapters: Across the Universe, The Fate of the Universe, Making Contact, and Other Worlds. As you read the well-written narrative, you will learn about the universe and its wonders. This is an excellent text for understanding and learning about the universe without having an advanced degree.

Packs color photos with easily-understood explanations.......2001-12-14

John Gribbin's Hyperspace accompanies a BBC/TLC special on the subject and packs over 250 color photos into a guide to the latest new theories and discoveries of astronomy. From how astronomers measure distances in space to theories about the origins, composition and nature of the universe, this packs color photos with easily-understood explanations.

A Good Companion To The Series.......2001-10-24

This book does not follow the TV series special blow by blow, but it does cover much of the same material and makes a great companion to the series.

Much of the material in this book is subject to change over the next few years as new discoveries are made, so if you are interested in "Hyperspace," get it soon to be assured that it is accurate.

I did not find this book to be as good a companion work as, say, "Cosmos" the book was when it came out with that groundbreaking series, but it's close. DK, as always, does an excellent job producing lively texts, and this is no exception.

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Despite the public desire for a magic bullet--a drug that cures the ailment and is easy to take--most drugs require a sustained release to the target area as opposed to a burst, hence the need for controlled release devices. This volume devotes separate sections to current work in each of the key aspects for developing these devices, including the route of administration, drug delivery vehicles, drug targeting, and modulated drug delivery.

Controlled Drug Delivery: Designing Technologies for the Future

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Controlled Drug Delivery: Designing Technologies for the Future
Kinam Park
Manufacturer: American Chemical Society
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000MBQP88

Book Description

This text is a practical guide to building Kalman filters and shows how the filtering equations can be applied to real-life problems. Numerous examples are presented in detail showing the many ways in which Kalman filters can be designed. Computer code written in FORTRAN, MATLAB®, and True BASIC accompanies all of the examples so that the interested reader can verify concepts and explore issues beyond the scope of the text.

Sometimes mistakes are introduced intentionally to the initial filter designs in order to show the reader what happens when the filter is not working properly. The text spends a great deal of time setting up a problem before the Kalman filter is actually formulated in order to give the reader an intuitive feel for the problem being addressed. Real problems are seldom presented in the form of differential equations and they usually don't have unique solutions. Therefore, the authors illustrate several different filtering approaches for tackling a problem. Readers will gain experience in software and performance tradeoffs for determining the best filtering approach for the application at hand.

MATLAB is a registered trademark of The MathWorks, Inc.

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A well written and practical textbook.......2006-09-23

I purchased this book primarily to gain some basic understanding of kalman filtering, but have found the book so interesting and engaging that I have taken the time to rewrite the code to pascal and run the examples etc, as presented in the book. Being a systems engineer by education, but not by profession, the approach used in the book allowed me to apply some of my previous but unused training very efficiently.

The practical approach, along with just enough notation to be rigorous, makes for a thoughtful read, but is still easily understood. When combined with the examples, the alternative approaches presented and the code it achieves exactly what the authors state as their objectives.

information.......2005-12-08

Although I am disappointed in the second reviewers comments he is wrong concerning the code. Complete code is presented in the text and is on CD for all of the examples. Readers can now make up their own mind before purchasing the text. If you go to the Google Book Search and type in Zarchan you will be able to read the entire text. I suggest people who have previously been terrified of Kalman filters and want to learn how to build one, read the Introduction and possibly the second Chapter to see if the text meets their needs and is in accordance with their individual learning styles. I know that many readers have found the text useful.

A great book.......2005-02-23

This book builds up the concepts needed to understand Kalman filtering from very basic ideas like least squares, and tries to keep things grounded in practical examples. It is, as advertised, the practical approach, totally unpretentious, and clearly written.

The commenter referred to as the 'second commenter' in the author's comment has apparently withdrawn his comment and is not me.

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Graduates of the Class of 1959 write their memories of growing up in an idyllic town in central Pennsylvania and the good times of the 50s, as well as the challenging events that occurred later in their lives. Written with candor and honesty, the stories are a tribute to family, courage, and faith.

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Fanatic or Patriot

William Lloyd Garrison and the Fight Against Slavery: Selections from The Liberator (The Bedford Series in History and Culture)
William Lloyd Garrison
Manufacturer: Bedford/St. Martin's
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | United States | Americas | History | Subjects | Books
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Revolt Among the Sharecroppers

ASIN: 0312103867

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Fanatic or Patriot.......2007-06-02

William Lloyd Garrison is one of our most flamboyant and mis-understood folk heroes. The revolutions in the thinking of our country leave us with multifaceted pictures of this man. From the exposure given by historians and biographers we can conjure up an individual to fit our pown tastes and needs. As closeas we can come to seeing Garrison through his own eyes is to read what he wrote and said. This book proves very helpful in this way.

It would be wonderful if someone or some organization would make available the full test of all the issues of "The Liberator" as we now have of "DeBow's Review" but in the mean time this dollection offers a wonderful and appreciated start. Many thanks to the editoral staff and the publisher.

Civil Disobedience: The Liberator (Audio Classics)

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Civil Disobedience: The Liberator (Audio Classics)
Henry David Thoreau , and William Lloyd Garrison
Manufacturer: Carmichael & Carmichael
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Cassette

General | Books on Cassette | Audiobooks | Formats | Books

General | Politics | Nonfiction | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 093893502X

The Liberator William Lloyd Garrison, a Biography

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The Liberator William Lloyd Garrison, a Biography
John L Thomas
Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

The Liberator: Voice of the Abolitionist Movement (Words That Changed History Series)

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The Liberator: Voice of the Abolitionist Movement (Words That Changed History Series)
Stephen Currie
Manufacturer: Lucent Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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William Lloyd Garrison and the Liberator (World Writers)

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William Lloyd Garrison and the Liberator (World Writers)
Charlie B. Lawing
Manufacturer: Morgan Reynolds
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Library Binding

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The Liberator : documents of upheaval ;: Selections from William Lloyd Garrison's the Liberator, 1831-1865

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The Liberator : documents of upheaval ;: Selections from William Lloyd Garrison's the Liberator, 1831-1865
Truman John Nelson
Manufacturer: Hill & Wang
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Slavery & Emancipation | World | History | Subjects | Books
ASIN: B0007F8S98

Book Description

A probing account of the life and death of a 1960s revolutionary icon, with a new chapter on the effects of his legacy today. For many people, Ernesto Che Guevara symbolizes the movement for social change that swept the world in the 1960s--a man who gave his life for his ideals. Whether the man made the legends or the legends made the man, a romantic aura has attached to Che, obscuring the political realities that motivated him. In this astute study of Che's life and his doomed campaign in Bolivia, which draws on extensive field research, Richard Harris considers the essential question: When Che Guevara was killed by the Bolivian Army in October 1967, did he die a hero, a martyr, or the victim of his own errors? Harris explores Che's youth and early political indoctrination and his association with Fidel Castro and the Soviet Communist parties. He follows Che as he traveled to China, to Africa, to Moscow, seeking to create an anti-imperialist front among the neutral nations of Asia and Africa. And he interviews politicians, government officials, and journalists in Bolivia, where Che went hoping to lead a peasant uprising and instead met his death. Death of a Revolutionary offers a rare, balanced look at the man behind the legend--and the circumstances that created him and shaped his choices.

Customer Reviews:

Good Book on Che.......2006-08-26

I've read a fair amount of about Ernesto "Che" Guevera, and this is a good addition to the books already out there. If you're looking for an introduction to Che, this isn't the book for you. Anderson's "Che Guevera" is more detailed and covers Che's entire life. If you're looking for a full biography, go with Anderson's book. If you already have a grasp for Che's life and want to look in detail at the end of his life, this book is for you. Harris does a good job using both book research and first-hand research from his travels around Latin America over the last 30 years. This is a worth while read. Not life shattering, but very informative.

Excellent.......2003-05-15

An interesting look into the last days of Che's life and times. It is an easy read and any person could pick it up and be enveloped in the story that Che lived. Before Pablo Escobar or Bin Laden the US wanted him and Castro more than anything. This story truly gives the reader what stress and pressure Che was under trying to start a new revolution in South America. Excellent and readable. PCR, BA history

che lives.......2000-08-30

A pretty good book on Che for people who are studing him. May be alittle complex for beginners but all in all a great book on the legend!

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Move over reality TV shows! Chad Stafford has just invented a new medium in The Sublime Detour. In this groundbreaking book, Mr. Stafford bravely takes you down a path where few others have dared to venture—a path that drives through the heart of his own skewed thoughts as his sanity slips before your very eyes. Rarely has a book so starkly portrayed conflicting truths about the human condition or given such an honest and eye-opening account of the mysterious inner workings of a schizoaffective's mind. Driven by his own true hallucinations, the plot of this book is mired in sex, violence, and the observations that can only be made by a man who has split with reality. The Sublime Detour is a must-read for anyone who has ever wondered what it's like to be mentally ill.

Customer Reviews:

Great insight.......2005-08-06

Being a psych nurse, I wanted to gain insight into what some of my patients experience. This is a great source of information.

Author's Note.......2005-03-27

My book is not for the modest, and it is not for mental health consumers who are seeking support in their own recoveries. When I wrote The Sublime Detour, my goal was to tell the story my hallucinations told to me as accurately as I could. I felt like I just had to get that experience down on paper before I could move on with my life. If you want to enter the mind of the person living with schizophrenia, I wrote my book for you!

VERY GOOD!!!.......2004-07-30

This is a well written and engrossing book. For anyone who suffers from a mental illness, you will be able to relate to his journey. For anyone who knows someone with mental illness, or is curious about what it may be like, this is a must read!

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