Wiley jan 1991 (250 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Many of the things discovered by accident are important in our everyday lives: Teflon, Velcro, nylon, x-rays, penicillin, safety glass, sugar substitutes, and polyethylene and other plastics. And we owe a debt to accident for some of our deepest scientific knowledge, including Newton's theory of gravitation, the Big Bang theory of Creation, and the discovery of DNA. Even the Rosetta Stone, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the ruins of Pompeii came to light through chance. This book tells the fascinating stories of these and other discoveries and reveals how the inquisitive human mind turns accident into discovery. Written for the layman, yet scientifically accurate, this illuminating collection of anecdotes portrays invention and discovery as quintessentially human acts, due in part to curiosity, perserverance, and luck.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Entertaining and educational activities focusing on the ocean and its creatures. The Ocean Book Aquarium and Seaside Activities and Ideas for all Ages This activity book on the world of the oceans and the living things that inhabit them is filled with experiments, investigations, puzzles, games, and all sorts of fun things to do and learn. The activities were created and contributed by the leading aquatic centers in the United States, including the National Aquarium in Baltimore, the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California, Sea World in Ohio, and many others. The activities are designed to teach by doing, and each one has a high entertainment value. Just a few of the topics covered in The Ocean Book include: Whales Seals Sharks Tides Camouflage Fish Sea Turtles Coral Reefs The Ocean Floor Sealab All the activities are ideal for grades K-6, but older children and adults may just learn a thing or two as well.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - W. Ben Hunt's classic has earned a reputation as the' authentic handbook since it was first published in 1939. Updated in 1974, it remains the only step-by-step guide to building log cabins and log furniture -- pioneer style.'.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Offers managers new tools to deal with the tough problemsbusinesses face today. Reveals how analyzing the ethical dimensionsof problems actually offers competitive advantages. Offersillustrative case examples from internally recognized companiesshowing that high ethics and high profits go hand in hand--andidentifies the factors responsible for these companies' success.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Women s awareness of the threat and reality of sexual violence is now perhaps more than ever publicly acknowledged. Yet this fact continues to be almost wholly ignored. This new study, based on in-depth interviews with 60 women, is the first to cover the experience of a range of forms of sexual violence over women s lifetimes. Drawing on feminist theory, developing a critique of male research and quoting extensively from the women interviewed, it developes feminist thought in several key areas: the similarities and differences between forms of sexual violence; the ways women define their experiences; and the strategies women use in resisting, coping with and surviving sexual violence. The author stresses the importance for all women of recognizing the incidents of sexual violence in their lives and seeing themselves and other women as survivors rather than victims. In highlighting the ways in which the media, the criminal justice system and even the 'helping' profess ions contribute to the trivialization of sexual violence, she demonstrates the necessity of women organizing collectively to end this suffering.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Unlike most books about diabetes, this book is readable as astory--jampacked with exciting recent information about a diseasethat afflicts 100 million people.' --Leo P. Krall, MD, JoslinClinic and Harvard Medical School, President of the DiabetesResearch and Education Foundation Understanding diabetes is thefirst step a diabetic patient takes toward living a long, activelife. If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed withdiabetes, here, in lay terms, is a comprehensive explanation thatwill help you understand diabetes--and learn to cope with it.Specifically not a how-to guide, Diabetes presents clear,scientific coverage of how the body functions and how diabetesaffects its various systems. It candidly addresses manycontroversies in treatment and discusses important new informationon vascular damage caused by diabetes. Drs. Kilo and Williamsonclearly and carefully explain: \* Psychological aspects \* Diabetes and men \* Diabetes and women \* Choosing a doctor \* Diet and exercise \* Obesity \* Medication \* Stress \* Complications of diabetes You will also find exciting information on new developments indiabetes research, such as a new class of drugs--aldose reductaseinhibitors--which could revolutionize diabetes treatment.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An idea-packed catalog of projects, activities, and science fun sure to inspire future 'Edisons' . The Thomas Edison Book of Easy and Incredible Experiments The Thomas Alva Edison Foundation Thomas Edison patented 1,093 inventions -- and more chemistry experiments than any other scientist ever! This book reflects the fascination that he found in experimentation and presents the best, most popular experiments and projects sponsored by the prestigious Edison Foundation. Here, in one convenient volume, you will find a range of activities from the very simple (for primary or middle grades or individual young scientists at home) to the intriguingly complex (for older students, groups, or an entire class). These experiments require no science background. They utilize inexpensive, easy-to-obtain materials. Most of all, the projects are fun to build, safe and useful, and each provides a good demonstration of important scientific principles in real-life action! Most youngsters and teens can work on the experiments with little supervision, and there are ample ideas for science fairs and 'extra credit' projects. Over 100 illustrations are included, plus photos of the legendary inventor himself. Experiments in this book encompass magnetism, electricity, electrochemistry, chemistry, physics, energy, and environmental studies -- topics for varied interests in grades 4 through 11. Throughout, emphasis is on the essence of scientific 'tinkering,' experimenting for the pure fun of it . activities that lead to satisfying hobbies, new ideas, and learning. Edison himself would surely enjoy this book -- so imagine that you are visiting his laboratory, and let this be your introduction to a world of discovery. .…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What's the effect of osmosis on a raisin How is water transported through plant stems What's the best way to grow penicillin How are butterflies different from moths Now you can discover answers to these and other fascinatingquestions about biologythe study of living organisms. In Biologyfor Every Kid, you'll learn how to talk with fireflies, watchbacteria wage war in a glass of milk, discover how to tell thetemperature by counting cricket chirps, and find out how an appleand an onion can taste the same. Each of the 101 experiments is broken down into its purpose, a listof materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and aneasy to understand explanation. Every activity has been pretestedand can be performed safely and inexpensively in the classroom orat home.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is the first appearance in paper back of one of the major classics of contemporary Sociology. Studies in Ethnomethodology has inspired a wide range of important theoretical and empirical work in the social sciences and linguistics. It is one of the most original and controversial works in modern social science and it remains at the centre of debate about the current trends and tasks of sociology and social theory.Ethnomethodology - the study of the ways in which ordinary people construct a stable social world through everyday utterances and actions - is now a major component of all sociology and linguistics courses. Garfinkel's formidable reputation as one of the worlds leading sociologists rest largely on the work contained in this book.Studies in Ethnomethodology was originally published by Prentice Hall in 1967 and has remained in print ever since. It is widely used as a text book in this country and in the United States. This new paperback is a special student edition of Garfinkel's modern classic.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This study offers a systematic reconstruction of the theoretical foundations and framework of critical social theory. It is Habermas 'magnum opus', and it is regarded as one of the most important works of modern social thought. In this second and final volume of the work, Habermas examines the relations between action concepts and systems theory and elaborates a framework for analyzing the developmental tendencies of modern societies. He discusses in detail the work of Marx, Durkheim, G.H. Mead and Talcott Parsons, among others. By distinguishing between social systems and what he calls the 'life-world', Habermas is able to analyze the ways in which the development of social systems impinges upon the symbolic and subjective dimensions of social life, resulting in the kind of crises, conflicts and protest movements which are characteristic of advanced capitalist societies in the late-20th century.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Provides professionals with practical, step-by-step guidance to setting up a successful freelance business, either full- or part-time. Going Freelance profiles over 150 professions where independent freelancers are in high demand, including accounting, financial planning, law, editing, engineering, architecture, science and technology, education and training, computer programming, health care, physical therapy, and many more. Packed with proven ideas for marketing your skills, promoting good customer relations, handling difficult customers, and getting paid. Also covers tax aspects of self-employment. A ``freelancer's sourcebook'' lists hundreds of associations and organizations that professionals can turn to for help, references, and 150 career profiles.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A straightforward guide to human heredity and genetic traits. The Family Genetic Sourcebook If biology is destiny, then we owe it to ourselves and our families to learn all we can about the genetic mechanisms that shape our lives. Enhanced by photographs, line drawings, charts, and tables, The Family Genetic Sourcebook gives you quick, easy understanding of the principles of heredity and genetic traits, presented in concise, accessible language. A comprehensive 'Catalog of Genetic Traits' lists more than 100 genetic traits including blood type, balding, right- or left-handedness, hair color, and disorders including Down's syndrome, diabetes, heart disease, hemophilia, sickle cell anemia, Alzheimer's disease, and alcoholism. Each entry in the catalog offers a brief description of the trait or disorder and an explanation of its inheritance. There are also instructions on constructing your own family genetic tree. The Family Genetic Sourcebook also offers a succinct introduction to the principles of heredity--with discussion of the history of genetics, how genetic traits are inherited, genetic counseling, the treatment of genetic disorders, and more. Family members, couples planning families, and health care professionals and counselors will find this nontechnical yet comprehensive guide to genetics to be an invaluable resource in understanding the relationship between heredity, ourselves, and our families.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Why do newspapers turn yellow How does bleach make colors disappear Why can't you mix oil and water Find out the answers to these and other mysteries of chemistry inthis fascinating collection of ideas, projects, and activities thatteach the basics of chemistry theory and practice. Turn steel wool into a glutinous green blob. Separate an egg fromits shell without breaking the shell. Make copper pennies turngreen. Have fun while you learn simple chemistry from a solution ofcolored water, and the behavior of gases with the help of a sodabottle. Through these and other activities, you'll explore thestructure of matter, the workings of acids, gases, and solutions . . and much more. You'll find most of the materials you need around the house orclassroom. Every activity has been pretested and can be performedsafely and cheaply in the classroom, at a science fair, or athome. Also available in this series from Janice VanCleave: \* ASTRONOMY FOR EVERY KID \* BIOLOGY FOR EVERY KID \* DINOSAURS FOR EVERY KID \* EARTH SCIENCE FOR EVERY KID \* GEOGRAPHY FOR EVERY KID \* GEOMETRY FOR EVERY KID \* THE HUMAN BODY FOR EVERY KID \* MATH FOR EVERY KID \* PHYSICS FOR EVERY KID.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Everything you need to know to get started. Franchising for Free Ifyou've been considering buying a franchise business, but you're notsure where to begin, this book will get you started. FranchisingFor Free shows you how to secure the vital start-up financingyou'll need to launch your franchise business and guides youthrough all the business, financial, and marketing aspects ofestablishing a successful franchise. Dennis L. Foster, afranchising expert and consultant, shows you how to get financingusing six proven methods, and offers a model plan for financing afranchise operation with little or no cash investment. Foster alsoshows you how to identify the right opportunity based on your ownpersonal credentials, the nature of the business, the market, andthe financial outlook. You also get-- \* Tips on packaging, presenting, and circulating the finishedproposal \* Lists of names and addresses of financial sources \* Evaluations of the comparative advantages and drawbacks ofgetting funding from venture capitalists, SBA, SBIC, MESBIC, orindependent investors \* A list of over 250 franchisors (with mailing addresses) who offerfinancial assistance \* Work sheets, charts, and numerous examples and case histories.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Is there an objective world, or is everything relative Do matter, time and space change, or do they remain constant everywhere in the universe Is there always a relationship between cause and effect, or do some things 'just happen ' Many of our basic ideas about the world have been shaped by science--but seldom are such discoveries accepted easily or willingly. Here are seven of the most important ideas in physics--ideas that shattered the assumptions of dogmatists, philosophers and scientists--explained simply and elegantly. And you don't need a background in mathematics or science to enjoy this fascinating book. Seven Ideas That Shook the Universe explores the history of seven important themes in physics: Copernican astronomy, Newtonian mechanics, energy and entropy, relativity, quantum theory, and conservation principles and symmetries. Together these discoveries form the foundation of our understanding of the physical world. Nathan Spielberg and Bryon Anderson explain each concept in a simple, straightforward narrative style, considering each in the context of its times and assessing its impact on the way we think about time, space, matter, even existence itself. For the science lover and the intellectually curious, Seven Ideas That Shook the Universe brings the drama of scientific discovery to vivid life.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A Unique Book on Outdoor Education for Young Children . Nature for the Very Young Nature For the Very Young At school or at home, this lively handbook of inventive and entertaining activities will delight, and educate, children from preschool age to second grade. Nature for the Very Young offers a unique combination of preschool readiness material and learning activities that use nature explorations as a springboard for learning and growing. The lessons are built around background information for the adults and proven learning activities for the children. The teaching aids are presented full scale to facilitate teacher use. Throughout Nature for the Very Young, the material is designed to focus on the basic concepts appropriate to a young child's level of development and ability. These concepts include color recognition, sequencing, body awareness, reading readiness, and other important skills. You will also find invaluable guidance on leading a group of young children on field trips and on keeping the group focused on exploring nature. Whether you are a parent, teacher, day care instructor, camp counselor, or librarian, and no matter what region of the country you live in, Nature for the Very Young offers hours of learning fun, outdoors and indoors. Rishel, Marilyn (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An adaptation of Wilson's popular seminar, providing practical tips for building teams in organizations. Shows managers how to create a sense of interdependence in a team, how to set goals through participative leadership, how to anticipate problems and deal with them before they arise. Major areas of concentration include shared responsibility, alignment of purpose, and encouraging creative talent. Case studies, dialogs, and ``real world'' examples help managers instill a sense of common purpose, promote communication, and make teams that perform.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Quickhand(TM) Now you can teach yourself to write high-speedshorthand using just the letters of the alphabet! Quickhand is anew, easy-to-learn, easy-to-use, practical shorthand for business,school, or personal use. In just a few hours, you'll learn to writewords as they sound. (No more months of study.) Quickhand is theonly alphabetic shorthand based on scientific research into howEnglish is actually used. So you need to learn brief forms of only35 of the most used words--these make up 40 percent of all words innormal office usage! (No more memorizing hundreds of specialsymbols and abbreviations for seldom-used words, as in somesystems.) With some abbreviations for the most common word endingsand beginnings and special sounds, you'll know Quickhand. Andyou'll be able to write Quickhand quickly and easily--on the job,in school, in meetings, anywhere! Quickhand is one of the WileySelf-Teaching Guides. It's been tested, rewritten, and retesteduntil we're sure you can teach yourself shorthand on your own. Andit's programmed--so you work at your own pace. No prerequisites areneeded. Objectives and self-tests tell you how you're doing andallow you to skip ahead or find extra help if you need it. Frequentreviews, practice exercises, and a comprehensive exam reinforcewhat you learn. Wiley Self-Teaching Guides More than 150 WileySelf-Teaching Guides teach practical skills from accounting toastronomy, management to microcomputers. Study Skills: A Student'sGuide for Survival, Carman Reading Skills, Adams Speedreading, FinkVocabulary for Adults, Romine Spelling for Adults, RyanPunctuation, Markgraf Clear Writing, Gilbert Communicating byLetter, Gilbert Communications for Problem Solving, Curtis QuickArithmetic, Carman Math Shortcuts, Locke Practical Algebra, SelbyFinite Mathematics, Rothenberg Using Graphs & Tables, SelbyBusiness Math, Locke Geometry & Trigonometry for Calculus,Selby Quick Calculus, Kleppner Your Library: What's In It For You Lolley Literature: As You Read It, Hess Art: As You See It, BellWhat Makes Music Work Seyer Quick Typing, Grossman Quickhand,Grossman Managing Your Own Money, Zimmerman Look for these andother STGs at your favorite bookstore. A Self-Teaching Guide Lookfor these and other Wiley Self-Teaching Guides at your localbookstore.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Shows how to survive in college by providing the reader with a skills approach tailored to individual needs and interests. With this guide students will teach themselves basic strategies for improving reading, writing, listening, researching, test-taking and classroom learning skills. Conversational and entertaining, it provides clear explanations and exercises with immediate feedback. Practice exercises include typical textbook material.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Praise for William Dunham s Journey Through Genius The GreatTheorems of Mathematics 'Dunham deftly guides the reader throughthe verbal and logical intricacies of major mathematical questionsand proofs, conveying a splendid sense of how the greatestmathematicians from ancient to modern times presented theirarguments.' Ivars Peterson Author, The Mathematical TouristMathematics and Physics Editor, Science News 'It is mathematics presented as a series of works of art; afascinating lingering over individual examples of ingenuity andinsight. It is mathematics by lightning flash.' Isaac Asimov 'It is a captivating collection of essays of major mathematicalachievements brought to life by the personal and historicalanecdotes which the author has skillfully woven into the text. Thisis a book which should find its place on the bookshelf of anyoneinterested in science and the scientists who create it.' R. L.Graham, AT&T Bell Laboratories 'Come on a time-machine tour through 2,300 years in which Dunhamdrops in on some of the greatest mathematicians in history. Almostas if we chat over tea and crumpets, we get to know them and theirideas ideas that ring with eternity and that offer glimpses intothe often veiled beauty of mathematics and logic. And all the whilewe marvel, hoping that the tour will not stop.' Jearl Walker,Physics Department, Cleveland State University Author of The FlyingCircus of Physics.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Special Publications Series. It is hard to be unaware of the earth in San Francisco. Built on rocky hills, the city is surrounded on three sides by bay and ocean that can be seen from nearly everywhere within it. Precipitous cliffs face the city from across the Golden Gate, and the skyline to the north, east, and south is dominated by mountains. Occasional tremors from the San Andreas and related faults nearby remind us that the earth here is active. Until recently the rocks so abundantly exposed in San Francisco baffled geologists. Jumbled together without apparent order and lacking visible fossils, they defied explanation. The theory of plate tectonics has changed all that. We now have an explanation for the origin of the rocks of San Francisco, although it is anything but simple.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This guide will help you develop your selling skills and increase sales. Shows how to acquire sales versatility and the ability to develop and maintain profitable, long-term business relationships. Highlights the selling preferences of several social styles, helps you identify the social style of your buyers--quickly and accurately, and reveals how to adapt your selling behavior to make your buyer more comfortable. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Zettel is a collection of fragments which Wittgenstein cut from various of his typescripts and preserved for future use. More than half of the fragments were written in the years 1946-1948, after the completion of Part I and before the composition of Part II of the Philosophical Investigations. This collection may therefore be regarded as a companion volume to the Investigations, adding to both the scope and the Unity of Wittgenstein s chef d oeuvre.The fragments were kept in a box and were not strictly ordered. Many have marks showing changes and improvements made after they were cut from the typescripts; some have remarks added in handwriting. Editing the collection for publication was thus a task of considerable difficulty. Since Zettel was first published, further research has been carried out on the fragments and minute comparisons have been made with their typescript and manuscript sources, revealing certain inaccuracies and misinterpretations in the first editing of the work. The second edition corrects these shortcomings and includes new explanatory footnotes; a detailed index, compiled by Stephen Amdur, has also been added.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this conversation with his co-author, Paul Gillette, Dr. Jandt tells you how to use the same negotiating techniques and tactics used by people whose job is managing conflict--labor negotiators, diplomats and corporate managers. Get what you want and win allies, with ``win-win'' negotiating techniques. Here are the same methods used by people whose jobs are managing conflict--labor negotiators, diplomats, and top corporate managers--and how to put them to work for you in everyday business situations.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A witty, literate and, most of all, convincing reflection.[Ackoff] shines an often bright light into corners where problems hide, showing the manager how to understand the consequences of his own behavior; identify real, rather than supposed, elements of problems; perceive another's aims; determine what is controllable; and deal with other nettlesome factors.' --Inc. The Art of Problem Solving Russ Ackoff--author, consultant, and teacher extraordinaire. During his long career, he has shown thousands of managers, architects, engineers, attorneys, advertising people, software developers, and scientists the way to more creative, artful problem solving. This new paper edition of The Art of Problem Solving is perhaps the best example of Ackoff in action. Step by step, this practical guide shows you how to develop an understanding of the art of creative thinking and the design of creative solutions. Using 'Ackoff's Fables'--humorous yet eminently practical parables, based on real problems by real managers--you'll see why solving a problem seldom solves the problem, but why approaching it from a new, unorthodox angle often does. The result is vintage Ackoff--controversial, funny, and always on target. If you like to dig beyond simple solutions--to imaginative solutions that work--this book is for you.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - I>Cases in International Organizational Behavior is an ideal supplement to organizational behavior and principles of management courses.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - No beginner should be without this book. Paper patterns often give insufficient information, but here clear diagrams and detailed step-by-step instructions provide a method of working which is easy to follow. This comprehensive and practical book covers every aspect of making your own clothes from choosing machines, tools and equipment to the various stitches and hem finishes. Clear drawings illustrate the techniques needed to become a proficient dressmaker.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Smart Interviewer In 20 years of specializing in interviews,management psychologist Brad Smart has successfully interviewedmore than 4,000 candidates for selection or promotion, trained over3,000 hiring managers in how to interview, and counseled thousandson how to manage their careers. The Smart Interviewer is aculmination of this vast experience. In it, Smart shares with youthe secrets to successful interviewing. Written in a most readablestyle and featuring humorous cartoons, this book will immediatelyhelp you improve your interviewing effectiveness. You'lllearn: \* How to build excellent rapport \* How to apply the TORC Technique for motivating the interviewee tobe totally candid and reveal negatives \* How to conduct productive reference calls \* How to correctly interpret an interviewee's responses \* How to prepare for an interview, how much time to take during aninterview, how to focus your questions in ways that will revealwhether the interviewee meets your organization's needs ornot--plus the latest hiring legalities you should be aware of The Smart Interviewer will help you avoid costly mishires andmispromotions and give you strategies and tools to hire productive,high-caliber employees that meet your company's needs.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Starflight Handbook A Pioneer's Guide to Interstellar Travel'The Starflight Handbook is an indispensable compendium of the manyand varied methods for traversing the vast interstellar gulf--don'tleave the Solar System without it!' --Robert Forward 'Verysensible, very complete and useful. Its good use of references andtechnical 'sidebars' adds to the book and allows the nontechnicaltext to be used by ordinary readers in an easy fashion. I certainlywould recommend this book to anyone doing any thinking at all aboutinterstellar flight or the notion of possibilities of contactsbetween hypothetical civilizations in different stat systems.'--Louis Friedman Executive Director, The Planetary Society TheStarflight Handbook is the first and only compendium on planetEarth of the radical new technologies now on the drawing boards ofsome of our smartest and most imaginative space scientists andengineers. Scientists and engineers as well as general readers willbe captivated by its: \* In-depth discussions of everything from nuclear pulse propulsionengines to in-flight navigation, in flowing, non-technicallanguage \* Sidebars and appendices cover technical and mathematical conceptsin detail \* Seventy-five elegant and enlightening illustrations depictingstarships and their hardware.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This text meets the needs of modern marketers by equipping them with specialised marketing communications skills at an international level.