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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Featuring easy-to-follow instructions to help you master Su Doku strategyStretch your mind with a range of puzzles, from easy to diabolically difficult!Su Doku is the totally addictive number-placing puzzle that's sweeping the globe. All you need to tackle the tricky little grids are the numbers 1-9, a sense of logic, and this book.Whether you're a Su Doku-solving fiend or simply curious about the craze, this guide helps you master the art. With 240 new puzzles ranging from the encouragingly easy to the baffling and bewildering, Su Doku For Dummies will get newcomers hooked and keep experts entertained.Discover how to:\* Understand the game that's gripping the globe\* Become a master of Su Doku strategy\* Develop your own solving strategies\* Solve puzzles at all ability levels.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - CAPITAL IDEASCapital Ideas traces the origins of modern Wall Street, from the pioneering work of early scholars and the development of new theories in risk, valuation, and investment returns, to the actual implementation of these theories in the real world of investment management. Starting with the French mathema-tician Louis Bachelier-who wrote about the unpredictability of stock prices in the early 1900s-Bernstein brings to life a variety of brilliant academics who have contributed to modern investment theory over the years:\* Harry Markowitz, who wrote about optimizing the tradeoff between risk and reward\* William Sharpe, who shook the pillars of the investment establishment by asserting that the market cannot be beaten\* Fischer Black, Myron Scholes, and Robert Merton, who paved the way for the creation of financial derivatives and new ways of controlling risk\* Franco Modigliani and Merton Miller, who extolled the central role of arbitrage in determining the value of securitiesFilled with in-depth insights and timeless advice, Capital Ideas reveals how the unique contributions of these talented individuals profoundly changed the practice of investment management as we know it today.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From angles to functions to identities - solve trig equations with easeGot a grasp on the terms and concepts you need to know, but get lost halfway through a problem or worse yet, not know where to begin No fear - this hands-on-guide focuses on helping you solve the many types of trigonometry equations you encounter in a focused, step-by-step manner. With just enough refresher explanations before each set of problems, you'll sharpen your skills and improve your performance. You'll see how to work with angles, circles, triangles, graphs, functions, the laws of sines and cosines, and more!100s of Problems!\* Step-by-step answer sets clearly identify where you went wrong (or right) with a problem\* Get the inside scoop on graphing trig functions\* Know where to begin and how to solve the most common equations\* Use trig in practical applications with confidence.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Everything parents need to give their babies the best startEach year, more than 4 million babies are born in the United States-and the first year of a baby's life is a joyous, challenging, and sometimes overwhelming time. Your Baby's First Year For Dummies serves as a complete guide for baby's first twelve months-from what to do when arriving home from the hospital to handling feeding, bathing, and sleeping routines to providing the right stimuli for optimal progress. Packed with tips on every aspect of baby's physical, emotional, and social development, this friendly guide gives parents advice on such important topics as breastfeeding vs. bottle-feeding, teething, baby toy safety, food preparation, food allergies, traveling, and much more.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Advertising is a fantastic industry, but actually getting a job (or even your foot in the door) can seem next to impossible. Whether you're a student or a young professional loaded with questions, this one-of-a-kind guide shows you how to land a job and how to thrive once you're in and the pressure is on.Authors Nancy Vonk and Janet Kestin are seasoned creative directors and longtime creative partners. In Pick Me, these industry leaders answer your toughest ad career questions, like:\* Is advertising right for me \* How do I build a killer portfolio \* How do I get an interview with the elusive creative director \* Should I accept an unpaid internship \* How do I find the right partner \* How do I beat creative block \* How do I avoid burnout Plus, fourteen industry superstars share their insights and explain how they broke into the business. You'll hear from Bob Barrie, Rick Boyko, David Droga, Mark Fenske, Neil French, Sally Hogshead, Mike Hughes, Shane Hutton, Brian Millar, Tom Monahan, Chuck Porter, Bob Scarpelli, Chris Staples, and Lorraine Tao.Forget the clichés, this is advertising as it really is. If you're hell-bent on making it, this informative guide will put you on track for a career in one of the most exciting businesses on the planet.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Facts and advice to help people understand and prevent osteoporosisThere are an estimated 55 million Americans over the age of 50 who have low bone mass. This easy-to-understand guide helps readers assess their risk and find a practical approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. It covers bone density tests and a wide range of treatment options for osteoporosis-from hormone replacement therapy and acupuncture to calcium-rich foods, supplements, and exercise-and offers pointers on preventing broken hips and other common fractures.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - \* A new, fully updated edition of a now classic text. \* The text has been completely revised to take into account developments of the past 14 years, since History and Social Theory was first published. \* Topics which have been added and that are now treated in depth include globalization, postcolonialism and social capital.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This definitive biography of Anne Boleyn establishes her as a figure of considerable importance and influence in her own right.\* A full biography of Anne Boleyn, based on the latest scholarly research.\* Focusses on Anne's life and legacy and establishes Anne as a figure of considerable importance and influence in her own right.\* Adulteress or innocent victim Looks afresh at the issues at the heart of Anne's downfall.\* Pays attention to her importance as a patron of the arts, particularly in relation to Hans Holbein.\* Presents evidence about Anne's spirituality and her interest in the intellectual debates of the period.\* Takes account of significant advances in knowledge in recent years.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover a fun new hobby with helpful possibilitiesGet directions, talk to folks overseas, or find out whether the fish are bitingWant to check out the morning news in London, help out in emergencies, or tune in to the big race Two-way radios open up a world of possibilities - literally. This handy guide tells you about the equipment you need, fills you in on radio etiquette, shows you how to stay legal, and gives you lots of cool ideas for family-friendly radio activities.Discover how to\* Use the right radio lingo\* Choose and operate different types of radios\* Get a license if you need one\* Communicate in emergencies\* Program a scanner\* Tune in to sporting events.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This succinct introduction to modern theories of literature and the arts demonstrates how each theory is built and what it can accomplish.Represents a wide variety of theories, including phenomenological theory, hermeneutical theory, gestalt theory, reception theory, semiotic theory, Marxist theory, deconstruction, anthropological theory, and feminist theory.Uses classic literary texts, such as Keats's Ode on a Grecian Urn, Spenser's The Shephearde's Calender and T. S. Eliot's The Waste Land to illustrate his explanations.Includes key statements by the major proponents of each theory.Presents the different theories objectively, allowing students to decide which if any, they subscribe to.Gives students a sense of the potential of theory.Includes a glossary of technical terms.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Categorized as safety critical, protective devices perform an important function in preventing the accumulation of overpressure. This easy-to-use pocket book is an indispensable user's guide that provides readily accessible technical information for engineers and technicians involved in the operation, testing, and maintenance of pressure systems.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This second edition of the popular 'Literature Teacher's Book of Lists has been thoroughly revised and contains updated information and exciting new lists.This unique information source and time-saver for literature teachers includes 254 useful lists for developing instructional materials and planning lessons for middle school, secondary, and college students. Some of the lists supply teacher background; others are reproducibles for student use; many give new twists to studied topics.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - PRAISE FOR CAPITALISM'S ACHILLES HEEL.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Vital Notes on Accountability is a concise, accessible guide which provides students and newly qualified staff with an understanding of key issues in professional practice.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - American Culinary Federation's Guide to Culinary Certification is the essential guide to obtaining the credentials awarded to cooks and chefs, including pastry cooks and chefs, denoting a sophisticated level of industry experience and professional education rigorously evaluated by the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Written by the certifying body of the ACF, this invaluable resource is the only authoritative guide to its certification process. It features clear explanations of specific skills tested at all five certification levels, advice for passing every certification level, and helpful exam-taking tips. American Culinary Federation's Guide to Culinary Certification is the authority on gaining acceptance into the most comprehensive certification program for chefs in the United States. It's a must-have for career-minded cooks and chefs hungry for renown in the industry.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Multiple Voices: An Introduction to Bilingualism provides a comprehensive overview of all major aspects of bilingualism. It is primarily concerned with bilingualism as a socio-political phenomenon in the world and, as such, emphasizes languages in contact, language maintenance and shift, language policy (including educational policies), and language as a social identity marker. Other topics discussed include the grammatical or cognitive aspects of bilingualism, such as codeswitching and convergence, how bilingualism appears to be organized in the brain, and how child bilingualism differs from bilingualism acquired at a later age.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Using pedagogical tools such as call-out boxes, 'Test Yourself' questions, and case studies, this Essentials book provides step-by-step guidelines for effective supervision planning, goal setting, and evaluation, along with tips for giving constructive feedback and applying coaching strategies to motivate supervisees. The author clearly explains how to manage paperwork and presents tips on how to implement specialized techniques, such as using video in supervision.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Nation of Letters evokes the wisdom and artistic literary expression inherent in the American experience at its best. The editors have produced an anthology of manageable size and affordable length, one thatcan comfortably be carried to the classroom.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In Corporate Learning, Mike Dulworth and Frank Bordonaro offer down-to-earth information and advice for increasing organizational performance. The book shares useful insights about building leadership talent, as researched and presented by a top-notch cadre of contributors. Corporate Learning also outlines a five-step, field-tested learning strategy that organizations can use to increase the capacities of their leaders. In addition Corporate Learning contains a handy 'Fitness Quiz' and illustrative real-life stories from Frank Bordonaro's stellar career as head of learning for three major corporations.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This landmark anthology surveys the major developments and trends in architecture from Vitruvius to Gottfried Semper. It is the first volume to make available in one place the major statements in English, German, French, and Italian that constructed architecture as a field.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - David Nassar delivers a complete and proven system for aggressively and successfully trading in today s markets in Ordinary People, Extraordinary Profits . He explains the fundamentals of technical analysis and risk management, giving you a solid foundation to approach the market, and then describes a variety of trading strategies that will help you make consistently large profits without undue risk. Unlike other trading advisors who advocate a single approach to trading, Nassar provides a variety of strategies you can choose. In addition, he explains how to use new trading instruments such as E-Mini contracts, options, and exchange-traded funds. If you re looking for a complete, proven system for aggressively trading the stock market, this book is an ideal guide.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Nurses are playing an increasingly important part in the multidisciplinary team caring for those with chronic pain and this book will raise awareness among nurses of the contribution that they make to those in their care. It provides a resource that explains the mechanisms that cause chronic pain, the impact this pain has on the patient and their family, and the approaches that can be used effectively to help patients come to terms with ongoing pain.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Advanced Facilitation StrategiesFrom Ingrid Bens, the author of the best-selling book Facilitating with Ease!, comes the next-step resource for project leaders, managers, community leaders, teachers, and other facilitators who want to hone their skills in order to deal with complex situations. Advanced Facilitation Strategies is a field guide that offers practical strategies and techniques for working with challenging everyday situations. These proven strategies and techniques are based on experience gleaned from hundreds of facilitated activities in organizations of all sizes and in all sectors.Both novice and seasoned facilitators who have had firsthand experience designing and leading meetings will benefit from this reality-based playbook. Advanced Facilitation Strategies is filled with the information facilitators need to\* Become better at diagnosing facilitation assignments and creating effective process designs\* Broaden their repertoire of tools to make impromptu design changes whenever they are needed\* Learn to be more resilient and confident when dealing with dysfunctional situations and difficult peopleThis book includes techniques for dealing with dilemmas in facilitation, shows how to maintain neutrality in various situations, and reveals how to work effectively with group leaders. Bens outlines six common decision quandaries and offers tips on how advanced facilitators resolve them. She suggests various tools that can be used to intervene in group conflicts in order to put participants back on track. The author also outlines five steps for managing complex situations-assessment, design, contracting, implementation, and follow-up-and shows how to implement each step to maximize effectiveness.Advanced Facilitation Strategies, with an accompanying CD-Rom, is a valuable toolkit filled with customizable instruments, charts, tools, checklists, references, and guides for all practitioners.Praise for Ingrid Bens's Facilitating with Ease!'Facilitating with Ease! is a gold mine of tools, tips, and wisdom, useful for both novices and experts. In a world where everyone must facilitate or fall behind, this guide will help you stay ahead!'-Jim Gannon, senior vice president of human resources development, Royal Bank Financial Group'Facilitating with Ease! is a must-have resource. I've been in OD for fifteen years and this is one of my 'go-to' books.'-Rob Mullins, senior training consultant, The Boeing Company'Facilitating with Ease! is so thorough and so well organized, we've made it the centerpiece of our facilitator training program.'-Karen H. Wunderlin, president, Wunderlin Consulting.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Fungal Biology is the fully updated new edition of this undergraduate text, covering all major areas of fungal biology and providing insights into many topical areas such as:

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Diabetes presents differently in older people and normal ageing processes, predisposition to specific complications, and other co-morbid conditions complicate its management. The underlying philosophy of this book is that there are opportunities for prevention, health maintenance and rehabilitation for older people with diabetes, which can realistically improve their quality of life.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Project Portfolio Management (PPM) goes beyond the typical project management approach to offer a set of proven business practices that can help executives, program managers, and project managers bring projects into alignment with the strategies, resources, and executive oversight of the overall enterprise. Step by step, this book shows how to take a project from the inception of a vision to the realization of benefits to the organization. Project Portfolio Management draws on project management expert Harvey A. Levine's years of research and distills the knowledge and best practices from dozens of leaders in the field to show how to select and implement the projects that will garner the best results. Throughout this important resource, Levine tackles the many challenges associated with PPM, including\* Ranking value and benefits\* Determining the size of the portfolio pipeline\* Assessing the impact of uncertainty on projects and portfolios\* Understanding the benefit and risk relationship\* Establishing a portfolio governance capability\* Managing the portfolio to maximize benefits\* Implementing PPM.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Gastrointestinal nursing is an expanding specialty with a steady increase in both nurse-led services and in specialist nurse practitioners e.g. in inflammatory bowel disease, stoma care, nutrition, endoscopy and counselling.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - GIS & Crime covers the theoretical principles, data processing solutions, partnership working, analytical methods, problem-solving approaches, and map design for GIS and crime in a manner that underpins GIS application use in three broad areas (operational, tactical and strategic). The book also includes short case studies at relevant sections to help demonstrate how the principles and concepts are essential for successful application development. These case studies bring a richness and depth to the text and draw from the authors' international contacts and knowledge of excellence in the field to offer a global tone to the book.The authors are well-placed to write the leading text on GIS and crime. Spencer Chainey is a leading consultant and academic at the Jill Dando Crime Research Institute, and current vice-president of the AGI, and his experience is complemented by Jerry Ratcliffe, an academic in police studies in Australia and a former PC and crime analyst with the London Metropolitan Police Force. Case studies provide further insight into specific issues of interest to readers.\* Provides readers with a complete start-to-finish coverage of crime mapping: fundamental theory of mapping and criminology, scientific methodologies, analysis and design techniques, and applications.\* Incorporates global examples and case studies from international contributors to demonstrate best and worst practice.