http://www.freebookspot.in Latest books added today en-us http://www.freebookspot.in/logorss.jpg http://www.freebookspot.in 160 43 http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47490 In the last decade the topic of motherhood has emerged as a distinct and established field of scholarly inquiry. A cursory review of motherhood research reveals that hundreds of scholarly articles have been published on almost every motherhood theme imaginable. The first ever on the topic, this Encyclopedia of Motherhood helps to both demarcate motherhood as a scholarly field and an academic discipline and to direct its future development. With more than 700 entries, these three volumes provide information on the central terms, concepts, topics, issues, themes, debates, theories, and texts of this new discipline. Further, the encyclopedia examines the topic of motherhood in various contexts such as history and geography and by academic discipline. Key Features * Provides an overview of the topic of motherhood in many and diverse disciplines, such as anthropology, sociology, psychology and philosophy * Examines the meaning and experience of motherhood in many time periods from classic civilizations to present day * Includes an entry for all the influential theorists of maternal scholarship from the pioneering theories to the more recent writings * Covers issues and events of our current times including entries on the mommy blog, the motherhood memoir, terrorism, reproductive technologies, HIV/AIDS, and LGBT families * Explores geographical, cultural, and ethnic diversity with an entry for almost every country in the world as well as entries on Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47231 Product Description Meeting industry demand for an authoritative, dependable resource, Vitamin E: Food Chemistry, Composition, and Analysis provides insight into the vast body of scientific knowledge available on vitamin E related to food science and technology. Coverage of these topics is intertwined with coverage of the food delivery system, basic nutrition, and food regulations, as well as the functional food and pharmaceutical industries. It details the excellent efforts of scientists worldwide who are unraveling the subtleties of vitamin E biochemistry. This comprehensive reference explores the chemistry, mechanisms, and properties of vitamin E for improved applications in the pharmaceutical, food, feed, and cosmetic industries, highlighting the impact of vitamin E on consumer health and food quality with more than 80 tables of clearly organized analytical data. An organized guide to the vitamin E content of various foods, this is the most authoritative source available on the analysis and optimization of vitamin E in consumer products. It includes a large compositional database on tocopherols and tocotrienols in the food supply. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47201 Political and historical, Vice Presidents collects the life stories of every man that has held this office. Each expertly written biography addresses the state of the country at the time these men were in office and features: An analysis of prevailing political conditions The opposition The relationships between the vice president and presidents The political machinations of these men, some of whom gained the ultimate prize, presidency A full chronology of the political history of the United States from 1789 to 2000. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47101 Perhaps the first modern novelist, Jane Austen (1775-1817) has left an indelible mark on the world of letters. She is best known as the author of penetrating studies of domestic life and manners, and her novels such as Sense and Sensibility (1811), Pride and Prejudice (1813), and Mansfield Park (1814) continue to be read and appreciated today. Yet Austen also wrote numerous other pieces and a substantial body of letters. While her novels have received large amounts of critical attention, scholars have also increasingly studied her other writings, and Austen scholarship continues to grow each year. This reference book is an accurate, comprehensive, and detailed guide to her life and career. A chronology outlines the principal events in her life and places her within larger literary and historical contexts. The several hundred alphabetically arranged entries that follow identify characters and family members, discuss works and themes, and synthesize the large body of criticism that has grown around her works. Every one of her texts, including all of her minor writings, has a separate entry, as have most of her fictional characters. Entries for individual works typically provide details of composition and publication, a plot summary and critical commentary, a list of characters, and bibliographical references. The volume closes with an extensive bibliography of works by and about her. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47060 Volume 2 "Early Civilizations in the Americas: Almanac" presents the story of the development of early American civilizations from the earliest known societies to the Spanish conquest---the dates, locations, sites, history, arts and sciences, religions, economies, governments, and eventual declines of the great ancient American civilizations. Volume 1 features an overview of ancient civilization in general and a brief summary of modern theories about the earliest immigrants and early life in the Americas. The remainder of the volume focuses on the rise of the Andean civilization from the early urban centers to the Inca empire. Volume 2 focuses on the rise of the Mesoamerican civilizations from the Olmecs through the Aztecs. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47059 Volume 1 "Early Civilizations in the Americas Reference Library" provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the regions of the American continents in which two of the world's first civilizations developed: Mesoamerica (the name for the lands in which ancient civilizations arose in Central America and Mexico) and the Andes Mountains region of South America (in present-day Peru and parts of Bolivia, northern Argentina, and Ecuador). In both regions, the history of civilization goes back thousands of years. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47056 In an age of instant communication, people of all faiths are interested in the role of the Catholic Church in public affairs and culture. This 2010 New Catholic Encyclopedia Supplement helps to situate many contemporary questions and controversies in the light of Catholic history. The editors have recruited a team of eminent scholars to cover the central personalities, events and topics of modern Catholic history. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=47017 The year 2008 was one of momentous change and wild uncertainty. Though many concerns were raised about China’s prospects for mounting the Olympic Games, Beijing triumphed in spectacular form and staged many of the sporting events in uniquely designed venues. Later in the year, the global economic collapse sent the financial markets plunging and investors scrambling and forced consumers to tighten their belts. Worldwide, populations that were already struggling to meet basic needs were further hampered by soaring food prices. Meanwhile, freegans, individuals dedicated to finding alternatives to a consumerist economy, munched on discarded vegetarian foodstuffs. A fractious U.S. presidential campaign resulted in the election of Democrat Barack Obama, who made history as the first African American to win that office... The wrap-up of 2008 awaits your perusal and promises to provide a historical look at one of the most memorable years in history... Read more...
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]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46959 Readable, well organized, and easy to use, this outstanding encyclopedia signifies a timely and major advance in providing in-depth and comprehensive coverage of medical genetics for the lay reader. The two volumes include nearly 400 substantive entries on genetic diseases and conditions as well as information on basic genetics concepts such as DNA, chromosomes, genetic testing, and pedigree analysis and construction (genetic family history). An advisory board of seven distinguished genetics specialists (clinical geneticists and genetic counselors) oversaw the accuracy of the text, which is authored by an international slate of clinicians, genetic counselors, and medical writers. Each of the alphabetically arranged entries follows a standard format definition, description, genetic profile, demographics, and signs and symptoms designed to answer the questions healthcare consumers actually ask. In addition, entries provide citations for further reading, contact information for support and advocacy organizations, and recommendations for notable web sites. Cross references for subjects without entries are interspersed throughout the work and are easy to follow. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46956 The situation of the Aral Sea is known as one of the worst man-made environmental crises of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Many have seen the satellite photos evidencing the startling shrinkage and deterioration of the sea, as it was a few decades ago and how it appears today. Whereas the Aral Sea was the world s fourth-largest inland body of water in 1960, it has now shrunk to a small fraction of that within three increasingly saline and polluted parts, primarily due to the diversion of waters for agricultural irrigation. The Aral Sea Encyclopedia is devoted to the remarkable phenomenon of the possibility of Aral Sea s imminent disappearance from the Earth in the time span of a single human generation. It first describes the sea before it started drying-out, and then the actions and efforts of the Central Asian countries, as well as the international community, to mitigate the socioeconomic and environmental hazards caused by this desiccation and increasing salinity. This comprehensive reference not only addresses the key environmental issues and presents national and international programs. It also documents the history of the related research studies, the involvement of prominent historical figures, and the chronology of events over three centuries, which became the milestones in the economic development of the Aral Sea and its subsequent diminution. The publication of the Aral Sea Encyclopedia initiates a group of similar valuable references that gather mult Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46918 The Encyclopedia is wonderful and useful. A lot of terms, processes are contained. Every professional have to have them. The textile processing industry is complexly structured - just as complex, even impenetrable is the know-how that an expert in the textile field should have. The new Encyclopedia of Textile Finishing is designed to bring some order into the confusion of technical terms in this sector. The encyclopedia was devised with the specialists in mind and is a store of knowledge for the textile expert. It consists of three volumes containing in alphabetical order the latest research findings (approx. 16000 keywords) from all technical disciplines of textile finishing and their practice-related application. Clear, colored illustrations and numerous cross references serve for faster comprehension and conveyence of information. By virtue of its interdisciplinary character, this reference book is an irreplaceable aid for users from all fields of textile industry. Thus, no textile engineer and no library should be without it. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46910 Concise Encyclopedia of Languages of the World is an authoritative single-volume reference resource comprehensively describing the major languages and language families of the world. It will provide full descriptions of the phonology, semantics, morphology, and syntax of the world's major languages, giving insights into their structure, history and development, sounds, meaning, structure, and language family, thereby both highlighting their diversity for comparative study, and contextualizing them according to their genetic relationships and regional distribution. Based on the highly acclaimed and award-winning Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics, this volume will provide an edited collection of almost 400 articles throughout which a representative subset of the world's major languages are unfolded and explained in up-to-date terminology and authoritative interpretation, by the leading scholars in linguistics. In highlighting the diversity of the world's languages - from the thriving to the endangered and extinct - this work will be the first point of call to any language expert interested in this huge area. No other single volume will match the extent of language coverage or the authority of the contributors of Concise Encyclopedia of Languages of the World. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46909 The Concise Encyclopedia of Language and Religion provides the specialist and the general reader with accurate, up-to-date information on every aspect of the crucial interface between language and religion. Easy access to material in over 320 articles by scholars in many fields is provided both in a clear thematic arrangement, and by means of a comprehensive and detailed general index. Discussion of many topics including the creation of special sacred scripts, religious calligraphy, and the use of religious symbols in meditation, magic and elsewhere, is enriched and elucidated by illustrations, diagrams and tables. The Concise Encyclopedia of Language and Religion brings together articles and bibliographic entries drawn from the award-winning Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics, all of which have been revised and updated appropriately. These articles are supplemented by a large number of completely new contributions, one of which is an extensive 12,500 word article on 'Basic Concepts and Terms in Linguistics', making this volume accessible to a wide audience. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46900 The five-volume Student's Encyclopedia of Great American Writers is the landmark new reference to the greatest writers in American literature, written specifically for high school students and correlated to the NCTE standards. Featuring more than 180 of the authors taught most often in the high school curriculum, this comprehensive set contains alphabetical entries, from 2,000 to 20,000 words each, divided into sections on the author's life and on the author's major works. An additional section in each entry provides topics for discussion and writing, many of which refer to other writers or works, helping students make connections between texts (a key component of language arts standards). The editors of this authoritative guide to American literature are experts both in literary criticism and in the teaching of literature to secondary school students, and the tone and content of this encyclopedia reflect this. A bibliography and chronology round out this helpful resource. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46899 The five-volume Student's Encyclopedia of Great American Writers is the landmark new reference to the greatest writers in American literature, written specifically for high school students and correlated to the NCTE standards. Featuring more than 180 of the authors taught most often in the high school curriculum, this comprehensive set contains alphabetical entries, from 2,000 to 20,000 words each, divided into sections on the author's life and on the author's major works. An additional section in each entry pres topics for discussion and writing, many of which refer to other writers or works, helping students make connections between texts (a key component of language arts standards). The editors of this authoritative guide to American literature are experts both in literary criticism and in the teaching of literature to secondary school students, and the tone and content of this encyclopedia reflect this. A bibliography and chronology round out this helpful resource. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46898 The five-volume Student's Encyclopedia of Great American Writers is the landmark new reference to the greatest writers in American literature, written specifically for high school students and correlated to the NCTE standards. Featuring more than 180 of the authors taught most often in the high school curriculum, this comprehensive set contains alphabetical entries, from 2,000 to 20,000 words each, divided into sections on the author's life and on the author's major works. An additional section in each entry provides topics for discussion and writing, many of which refer to other writers or works, helping students make connections between texts (a key component of language arts standards). The editors of this authoritative guide to American literature are experts both in literary criticism and in the teaching of literature to secondary school students, and the tone and content of this encyclopedia reflect this. A bibliography and chronology round out this helpful resource. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46897 The five-volume Student's Encyclopedia of Great American Writers is the landmark new reference to the greatest writers in American literature, written specifically for high school students and correlated to the NCTE standards. Featuring more than 180 of the authors taught most often in the high school curriculum, this comprehensive set contains alphabetical entries, from 2,000 to 20,000 words each, divided into sections on the author's life and on the author's major works. An additional section in each entry pres topics for discussion and writing, many of which refer to other writers or works, helping students make connections between texts (a key component of language arts standards). The editors of this authoritative guide to American literature are experts both in literary criticism and in the teaching of literature to secondary school students, and the tone and content of this encyclopedia reflect this. A bibliography and chronology round out this helpful resource. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46896 The five-volume Student's Encyclopedia of Great American Writers is the landmark new reference to the greatest writers in American literature, written specifically for high school students and correlated to the NCTE standards. Featuring more than 180 of the authors taught most often in the high school curriculum, this comprehensive set contains alphabetical entries, from 2,000 to 20,000 words each, divided into sections on the author's life and on the author's major works. An additional section in each entry pres topics for discussion and writing, many of which refer to other writers or works, helping students make connections between texts (a key component of language arts standards). The editors of this authoritative guide to American literature are experts both in literary criticism and in the teaching of literature to secondary school students, and the tone and content of this encyclopedia reflect this. A bibliography and chronology round out this helpful resource. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46751 16 of the best ever rock songs arranged for piano, voice and guitar, with full lyrics and chord boxes. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46748 Mental illness is a major cause of disability in the U.S. Thirty million people visit physicians and two million spend time in hospitals every year because of mental disorders. The Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disor ders provides a good overview of mental illness, psychotherapy, and other treatments. It includes both traditional and alternative therapies. Medical writers, pharmacists, and mental health professionals wrote and edited the 400 signed, alphabetical entries in the set. The entries cover disorders (Anorexia nervosa, Schizophrenia); diagnostic procedures and techniques (Kaufman Short Neurological Assessment Procedure, Magnetic resonance imaging); therapies (Behavior modification, Electroconvulsive therapy); medicines and herbs (Paroxetine, St. John's Wort ); and related topics (Advance directives, Neurotransmitters ). Entries for disorders include a definition, description, causes and symptoms, demographics, diagnosis, treatments, prognosis, and prevention. Those for medications contain the definition, purpose, description, recommended dosage, precautions, side effects, and interactions. Entries for herbs and supplements have a leaf icon next to the heading. All entries have a resource list of print and electronic sources and organizations to contact. One hundred black-and-white photographs and charts illustrate the text. A color photo gallery repeated in both volumes has enhanced versions of some of the photographs. There are ample cross-references, making it easy Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46721 Timely and unique, this contribution to the literature of forest sciences is the first encyclopedia to provide global coverage of forestry-related subjects that affect politics, the environment, economics, and science...The coverage is extraordinarily extensive.an outstanding work....Highly recommended. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46720 Analytical chemistry has undergone a considerable amount of change in the equipment and procedures used. Generally analytical chemistry is concerned with the detection and identification of atoms, ions or radicals that of which a substance is composed, the compounds they form, and the proportions of these compounds that are present in a given substance. The editors define analytical chemistry as the measurement, characterization and mapping of chemical species or systems varying from (1) the components of life, such as proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, clinical samples, biomedical spectroscopy, forensics; (2) threats and safeguards to life as in chemical weapons agents, pesticides, environment, industrial hygiene and forensics; (3) life critical or enhancing analyses, such as food and pharmaceuticals; and (4) analyses required by industry, such as coatings, particle size, polymers, rubbers, metals, pulp and paper, process, petroleum and surfaces. The techniques utilized span the in-situ analysis of soil, water, waste, air and the human body, to laboratory analyses, remote sensing and stellar spectroscopy. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46718 Written and compiled by cultural historian Sander Gilman (Distinguished Professor of the Liberal Arts and Sciences at Emory University), "Diets And Dieting: A Cultural Encyclopedia" is superbly organized and alphabetically presented encyclopedia comprised of biographies and survey essays covering the scope, history, and culture of diets an dieting. From Robert Atkins and Anorexia, to Fast Food and Globalization, to John Harvey Kellogg and Vegetarianism, "Diets And Dieting" is a wealth of information that offers a unique, comprehensive, informed, informative, 'user friendly', and very highly recommended contribution to personal, professional, academic, and community library Health and Medicine and Cultural Studies reference collections. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46658 This fully updated version of the original 1989 edition of the World Encyclopedia of Police Forces and Correctional Systems describes the national law enforcement and correctional systems of more than 195 countries across the globe. Under the editorial direction of authorities from the World Future Society, National Criminal Justice Reference Service and eight universities, including the universities of Illinois and South Carolina, the Encyclopedia provides both statistical and analytical information. Following a consistent, user-friendly format, each country overview explores topics such as the history, organization, administrative structure, chains of command, modes of operation, technology and firearms of each area. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46644 This book does a wonderful job of describing the various wine regions of the world, what styles the regions are known for, and who the major producers are. Although it would be too hard to outline specific vintages, the book does highlight specific varietals, cuvees, etc. that each producer is known for. A better all-around information book than Hugh Johnson's Atlas, in my opinion. Makes a good companion to a rating guide by Clarke, Johnson, or Parker. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46523 The American Revolution is one of the most studied time periods in U.S. history and a substantial part of the history curriculum in schools. The new three-volume Encyclopedia of Revolutionary America is the definitive reference to everything students need to know about this pivotal moment in American history. Written by a preeminent scholar in the field, with a foreword by the esteemed Gary B. Nash, this comprehensive A-to-Z encyclopedia not only includes discussion of the continental U.S., but contains coverage of the Atlantic world and the North American continent as well. Black-and-white illustrations, an index, and appendixes round out the insightful resource. Read more...
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]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46391 Product Description: Mshomba provides a systematic study of Africa as it relates to the World Trade Organization. He examines the WTO's enforcement mechanism; the WTO's broadened mandate, illustrated by the Agreement on Trade-Related Intellectual Property Rights; agriculture in the Doha Round; issues relating to transparency in government procurement; and the endeavor to streamline assistance to developing countries through an "Aid for Trade" initiative. The author integrates theory and practice, with a clear presentation of important economic concepts. He provides a rigorous analysis of key issues and proposals. He presents African countries as having an important role to play in the WTO, especially as they actively engage in bargaining through various coalitions. Mshomba acknowledges that WTO negotiations will always be complex and at times contentious due to wide economic and political differences between countries. He views the differences, however, as creating opportunities for a mutually beneficial exchange of goods, services, and ideas. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46340 Discover what all the other encyclopedias leave out This is the superbly satisfying compendium of weird factoids too interesting to be contained in your average encyclopedia. Daring to cross-reference the un-cross-reference-able, to alphabetize what cannot be alphabetized, and to deliver the highest concentration of fun that can fit in one book's spine, this information is too useless to waste: In Denmark, pigs go 'knor'; in Germany, horses go 'prrrh'; in ancient Greece, dogs went 'au au.' Italians sneeze 'ecci ecci.' A teacher in Italy was disciplined in 1996 for passing students exam answers hidden in salami sandwiches. In 1957 the U.S. air force completed a survey of the Atlantic Ocean but refused to divulge its width on the grounds that the information might be of military use to the Russians. In Paris in 1740 a cow was hanged in public following its conviction for sorcery. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46074 The book gives a general overview of recent approaches to debris flows. Problems of both occurrences and dynamics of debris flow are treated, taking into account new results from theoretical and experimental research and field observations. Finally, the functioning of the main control devices are reconsidered in the light of the state of the art. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46073 While there are many books on small fruit culture, their focus is often very specific or confined to just a few species. Packed with useful information, An Encyclopedia of Small Fruit is a comprehensive A-to-Z reference that not only details all temperate and tropical small fruit grown throughout the world, but also pres a description and culture of each. This easy-to-use single volume covers everything amateur growers need to produce and nurture their favorites and to learn about the exotics as well. Complete with more than 400 entries, a glossary covering commonly used terms, and a detailed reference section for further reading, this handy listing is the unique text that is both practical guide and enlightening resource. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=46000 This sixth edition of the Bateman New Zealand Encyclopedia has been updated and expanded to keep it in the position it has held since the first edition was published in 1984 - at the forefront of reference works on this country.This edition continues the tradition of readable, informative text for readers of all ages who seek wider background knowledge of this country. The type is legible and the layout functional. Because this is a functional book, pictures have been chosen to illustrate the text and not for their visual impact on design. The editorial aim has been to keep the fact-count high within a succinct text. Entries are in alphabetical order and a subject index, along with the selective index, at the back of the book has been included to help readers pursuing particular interests or lines of study. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45995 You will find those arranged for piano, voice and guitar. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45947 Technology is constantly changing; what is cutting edge today is obsolete tomorrow. In this ever-evolving environment, educators, researchers and professionals of the discipline need access to the most comprehensive knowledge about the concepts, issues, trends and technologies in this hi-tech field. The Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology is the first work to map this ever-changing field. It is the most comprehensive, research-based encyclopedia consisting of contributions from over 900 noted researchers in over 50 countries. This five-volume encyclopedia includes more than 550 articles highlighting current concepts, issues and emerging technologies. These articles are enhanced by special attention that is paid to over 5,000 technical and managerial terms. These terms will each have a 5-50 word description that allow the users of this extensive research source to learn the language and terminology of the field. In addition, these volumes offer a thorough reference section with over 11,500 sources of information that can be accessed by scholars, students, and researchers in the field of information science and technology. These wide-ranging, user-friendly alphabetically organized volumes are an important addition for your library collection. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45875 A tradition of excellence continues with the long-awaited Tenth Edition of McGraw-Hill's Encyclopedia of Science and Technology The definitive source for keeping up with the amazing changes in science and technology - complete with more than 1,700 new and updated articles. Featuring entries written by international leaders in science and technology selected by McGraw-Hill's distinguished board of consulting editors, no other reference so thoroughly and dynamically chronicles the expanding frontier, facts, and trends so vital to students, professionals, and general readers. For more than four decades, McGraw-Hill's Encyclopedia of Science and Technology has provided readers with the information they need in an understandable, authoritative way that invites critical inquiry and captures the imagination. There is truly nothing else like it and no library can be called complete without it. Readers will find 7,000+ articles covering nearly 100 fields of science in this amazing 20 volume set. The new Tenth Edition features more than 1,700 new and updated articles, 12,000+ illustrations, and more than 5000 contributors - including 25 Nobel Prize winners. Also new to the Tenth Edition is a companion website that will provide selected updates to the Encyclopedia along with additional material such as special graphics and illustrations. The logical organization of the 20 volumes, a 500 page analytical index, an extensive topic index, along with Study Guides, make finding inform Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45849 This encyclopedia is designed to "summarize the body of knowledge that we know as business in one place and in language appropriate to the layperson." The 315 articles cover the major functional areas of business: accounting, economics, finance, information systems, law, management, and marketing. Special emphasis is given to the topics of careers and business ethics. While some articles emphasize the historical development of a topic, others focus on current business activity and conditions. The second edition contains more than 30 new articles, most of them related to technology, new areas of business knowledge, international topics, and new organizations and legislation. Entries are arranged alphabetically and tend to be 500 to 1,500 words in length. A small number of black-and-white photos, charts, and graphs is included. Each entry is accompanied by a 5- to 10-item bibliography of books and, occasionally, Web sites. A few see and see also references are provided. All the articles are signed, and most of the authors are associated with universities. However, some of the names in the contributors list are unaccompanied by any credentials or organizational affiliation. The entries range widely in scope and cover topics such as Behavioral science movement, Discount stores, Electronic commerce, Information processing, Money supply, Public relations, and Taxation. The Behavioral science movement article is a good example of what this source has to offer. It begins by pro Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45719 I might knock a star or two off of the Encyclopedia of Espionage, Intelligence, and Security if the books were intended for graduate students or intended as a substitute for professional level publications by security specialists, but there are few resources in this area that bring such clear writing and scientific expertise to younger students and the general public. The books are written from a global perspective (the editors are in the U.K. and the advisory board is diverse and internationally based), and touch on global issues and organizations. These books also offer excellent insight into the tumultuous reorganization of the United States security agencies and the complexities of problems brought about by the concept of homeland security. The typical Anti-American/pro-European world view is restrained, and criticism is directed at organizations, agencies, and politics on both sides of the Atlantic. It is refreshing to see a resource on this topic written by scientists and teachers rather than another insider "tell all." There are some errors and omissions (I would have liked to have seen greater coverage of Asian issues), but it is good to discover a resource in this area that is dedicated to fact rather than opinion. Perhaps most important for students is that the editors and publishers were unselfish in directing readers to excellent outside resources for more advanced study. The reference resources, especially the glossary, included at the end of each volume are outs Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45716 The Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health, with articles by medical writers and health-care professionals and an editorial board of pediatricians with academic affiliations, has more than 600 alphabetically arranged, signed entries, ranging in length from 500 to 4,000 words. Half of the entries cover topics affecting children from conception through age 4, and the rest discuss topics affecting children from 5 to 18 years of age. These include diseases and disorders (Dyslexia, Mumps); developmental stages (Fine motor skills, Dental development); psychosocial issues (Gender constancy, Shyness); family life (^Allowance and money management, Family therapy); drugs (Acetaminophen, MMR vaccine); and medical procedures (Ear exam with an otoscope, Cerebrospinal fluid analysis). Articles on diseases and disorders include a definition, description, demographics, causes and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, prevention, and parental concerns. Entries for procedures cover the definition, purpose, description, risks, normal results, and parental concerns. Those covering drugs have the definition, description, general use, precautions, side effects, interactions, and parental concerns. Articles about development include a definition, description, and a discussion of common problems and parental concerns. All articles have colored boxes with definitions of key terms and resource lists. Color illustrations and photographs enhance the text. A glossary, appendixes with children's grow Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45715 The Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health, with articles by medical writers and health-care professionals and an editorial board of pediatricians with academic affiliations, has more than 600 alphabetically arranged, signed entries, ranging in length from 500 to 4,000 words. Half of the entries cover topics affecting children from conception through age 4, and the rest discuss topics affecting children from 5 to 18 years of age. These include diseases and disorders (Dyslexia, Mumps); developmental stages (Fine motor skills, Dental development); psychosocial issues (Gender constancy, Shyness); family life (^Allowance and money management, Family therapy); drugs (Acetaminophen, MMR vaccine); and medical procedures (Ear exam with an otoscope, Cerebrospinal fluid analysis). Articles on diseases and disorders include a definition, description, demographics, causes and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, prevention, and parental concerns. Entries for procedures cover the definition, purpose, description, risks, normal results, and parental concerns. Those covering drugs have the definition, description, general use, precautions, side effects, interactions, and parental concerns. Articles about development include a definition, description, and a discussion of common problems and parental concerns. All articles have colored boxes with definitions of key terms and resource lists. Color illustrations and photographs enhance the text. A glossary, appendixes with children's grow Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45686 This is a comprehensive reference to major writers and works in the genres of fantasy and horror. A much-needed reference for fans of the "Harry Potter" series and Edgar Allan Poe alike, "Encyclopedia of Fantasy and Horror Fiction" provides thorough coverage of the major authors and works in these popular genres. Author entries include a discussion of the author's life and work. Entries on particular works analyze their literary merits and place them within the tradition of fantasy and horror. Appendixes include full bibliographies for each author, as well as lists of award winners. This essential work packs in fascinating information on hundreds of writers, including favorites such as C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Stephen King, H. P. Lovecraft, R. L. Stine, and Bram Stoker. "Encyclopedia of Fantasy and Horror Fiction" also includes entries on popular works such as "The Chronicles of Narnia", "The Lord of the Rings", and many more, providing readers with their own personal guidebook to the ins and outs of the fantasy and horror genres. Readers will learn about the popular titles that fall into each of these categories throughout history, as well as how their literary merits helped define the current trends of literature today. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45417 Strikes have been part of American labor relations from colonial days to the present, reflecting the widespread class conflict that has run throughout the nation's history. Against employers and their goons, against the police, the National Guard, local, state, and national officials, against racist vigilantes, against their union leaders, and against each other, American workers have walked off the job for higher wages, better benefits, bargaining rights, legislation, job control, and just plain dignity. At times, their actions have motivated groundbreaking legislation, defining new rights for all citizens; at other times they have led to loss of workers' lives. This comprehensive encyclopedia is the first detailed collection of historical research on strikes in America. To provide the analytical tools for understanding strikes, the volume includes two types of essays - those focused on an industry or economic sector, and those focused on a theme. Each industry essay introduces a group of workers and their employers and places them in their economic, political, and community contexts. The essay then describes the industry's various strikes, including the main issues involved and outcomes achieved, and assesses the impact of the strikes on the industry over time. Thematic essays address questions that can only be answered by looking at a variety of strikes across industries, groups of workers, and time, such as, why the number of strikes has declined since the 1970s, or why t Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=45339 Whatever your health concerns, you will find expert advice on hand in the latest edition of this essential medical reference guide. This authoritative, quick-reference book covers every aspect of health and medicine, and includes all the latest significant medical developments. Endorsed by the BMA this is a must for every household. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44917 It has been 20 years since we fi rst set foot on the journey that has become the third edition of the Encyclopedia of Special Education. If someone has told us then that we would end up chronicling the evolution of special education, we probably would not have believed him or her. It was enough, at that time, to have created the fi rst Encyclopedia of Special Education; nearly 2,000 pages, thousands of entries, and more than 400 authors coming together to cement this fl edgling fi eld that was full of hope and imagination. So, here we are more than 20 years later, near the end of our guardianship of the Encyclopedia. It is our old friend, and it has been our mentor, our judge, and our inspiration. During the editing of the second and third editions, we are well aware of how life, research, and standards have changed for those of us who practice in special education. It is an interesting process to look back and see how the Encyclopedia has changed over the years and how it has really provided a mirror of the zeitgeist of the times in which we live. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44884 My son is completely in love with anything space related, and this book is his favorite. "Universe" is a well-written, extremely informative book about everything you'd ever want to know about the universe, from early astronomy to the solar system to the life of stars, and much more. My favorite thing about the book is the detailed illustrations. For example, there are large, detailed images of four of Jupiter's moons, which is more than you'll find in many space books. I highly recommend "Universe". Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44815 From 2nd Ed In a statement immediately preceding the introduction, the publisher states clearly that this encyclopedia is "is intended to supplement, not replace, consultation with a physician or other healthcare professional." That said, this second edition of a work first published in 2001 is an excellent resource for anyone seeking a greater understanding of cancer. Specific cancers, diagnostic procedures, treatments, and much more are discussed thoroughly and in straightforward lay language. Cancer biology, Carcinogenesis, Cancer prevention, Clinical trials, and other cancer-related topics are among the 450 or more entries presented in A-Z format. Uniform entries on specific types of cancer begin with a definition, a description, and demographic and statistical information before focusing on the details--causes, symptoms, diagnosis (including tests and procedures), e-treatment, prognosis, patient coping, home care, prevention, and special concerns. The frank and rather clinical-sounding treatment discussion includes staging, standards, and, when appropriate, alternative therapies, anticipated side effects, and even questions for the doctor. Key terms used in the discussion are identified and explained; clinical trials are noted. Entries on drugs, medical procedures, and therapies are based on the same format. Each begins with the definition, a statement of purpose or use, and a description. Drugs are identified by their chemical formulae and generic and brand names Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44609 Addiction: A Reference Encyclopedia offers straight talk and clear answers on a topic often sensationalized in the media and politicized during campaigns. Drawing from a wide variety of sources, it provides readers with a concise yet thorough review of what we know about all kinds of addictive behavior. Addiction surveys both the science of addiction and its history in the United States with two main sections: a narrative of the history of addiction as a scientific and public policy issue in the United States followed by a series of alphabetically organized entries focused on organizations, individuals, and events that have impacted our thinking about addiction. Much of the work focuses on substance abuse—alcohol, tobacco, opiates, cocaine—but the book also examines behaviors that have only recently been recognized as potentially addictive, including gambling, sexual activity, Internet usage, and more. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44580 The International Encyclopedia of Human Geography provides an authoritative and comprehensive source of information on the discipline of human geography and its constituent, and related, subject areas. The encyclopedia includes over 1,000 detailed entries on philosophy and theory, key concepts, methods and practices, biographies of notable geographers, and geographical thought and praxis in different parts of the world. This groundbreaking project covers every field of human geography and the discipline's relationships to other disciplines, and is global in scope, involving an international set of contributors. Given its broad, inclusive scope and unique online accessibility, it is anticipated that the International Encyclopedia of Human Geography will become the major reference work for the discipline over the coming decades. The Encyclopedia will be available in both limited edition print and online via ScienceDirect - featuring extensive browsing, searching, and internal cross-referencing between articles in the work, plus dynamic linking to journal articles and abstract databases, making navigation flexible and easy. For more information, pricing options and availability visit Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44364 Authoritative yet accessible, the new four-volume Encyclopedia of Latin America covers the history and culture of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean from early settlements to the present day. Each volume focuses on a specific time period in the area's development. The first volume explores prehistory through the achievements of the Incas in the 16th century, and the second volume covers the arrival of the Spanish, colonization, and independence movements until the 1820s.Volume III examines Latin America's search for its own identity from the middle of the 19th century to the start of the 20th, and the fourth volume focuses on Latin America as it asserts itself in international politics, experiences the effects of globalization, and becomes an influential area worldwide, from the 20th century through the present day. Volumes offer in-depth, heavily cross-referenced A-to-Z entries, drawing readers into the histories of ancient civilizations, colonization, celebrated independence leaders, national and regional political debates, and the daily lives and achievements of the many peoples who have occupied the area. Each volume begins with an introduction to the time period, followed by a detailed chronology. A collection of primary source documents at the end of each volume gives a firsthand account of the major developments of the era. A glossary, bibliography, and index in each volume, a cumulative index in Volume IV, and 250 black-and-white images and maps roun Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44285 This is an updated encyclopedia that explores the origins of thousands of words and phrases.The most comprehensive single-volume reference of its kind, "The Facts On File Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins, Fourth Edition" has been completely updated and expanded and now contains definitions and origins of more than 15,000 words and expressions. This encyclopedia features anecdotes and information on the development of a wide range of words, including slang, proverbs, animal and plant names, place names, nicknames, historical expressions, foreign language expressions, and phrases from literature. The emphasis throughout is on words and expressions whose origins are not adequately explained, or not addressed at all, in standard dictionaries. Approximately 2,500 new entries have been added to this edition, ranging from "Aardsma" to "zounds."The entries include: All she wrote; Blog; Power breakfast; Read my lips; Rome wasn't built in a day; Soup Nazi; and, Spider hole. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44250 This new type of geographical dictionary lists past and present alternate names of more than 7,000 places. It focuses particularly on placenames with official or semiofficial status rather than nicknames or colloquial abbreviations. Alternate placenames are important for historical and geographical reasons, and although they predominate in countries that have undergone wars and invasions, such alternate names can equally well result from political or administrative changes. In addition to the factual data related to each entry, the dictionary also comments on names and their origins where appropriate. Appendices focus on placenames in non-English languages and on places which have been renamed in fictional works. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44101 This thorough revision of the classic first edition brings this authoritative book right up-to-date. Articles describe every species in detail, based on the very latest taxonomy, and a host of biological, ecological and sociological aspects relating to marine mammals. The latest information on the biology, ecology, anatomy, behavior and interactions with man is provided by a cast of expert authors - all presented in such detail and clarity to support both marine mammal specialists and the serious naturalist. Fully referenced throughout and with a fresh selection of the best color photographs available, the long-awaited 2nd edition remains at the forefront as the go-to reference on marine mammals. * More than 20% NEW MATERIAL includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more * Over 260 articles on the individual species with topics ranging from anatomy and behavior, to conservation, exploitation and the impact of global climate change on marine mammals * New color illustrations show every species and document topical articles Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44080 This is a child's perfect dictionary. Thousands of fascinating entries, definitions, photographs and pictures make this dictionary an essential reference for readers, writers and curious minds of all ages. Organised like a traditional dictionary from A to Z, clear descriptions and examples explain and illustrate everything from Astronaut to Zoo. It is perfect for building your child's understanding of language and improving their spelling and grammar. Packed with special full-page features on major subjects and developed in close consultation with experts in children's language teaching, this is the ultimate reference tool for your child. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44073 The set opens with eight introductory essays that provide an overview of key interdisciplinary ideas. The encyclopedia portion includes about 125 biographical entries in addition to topical entries. All conclude with cross-references and up-to-date bibliographies--many with separately listed Internet resources. About 300 black-and- white illustrations and photographs are scattered throughout the set. Single entries are up to eight pages long (Science, technology and literature), though some main entries are subdivided into separate articles that span a greater number of pages, such as Misconduct in science, which has four separate articles. The work concludes with several appendixes: an annotated bibliography, Internet resources, a glossary, a chronology, and reprints of various ethics codes and documents from around the world. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44058 The house, throughout history, in every place in the world, has been built to provide shelter from the elements. The dwellings that have resulted are as different as the people that have built them, the social norms that prevailed at the time and place in which they were built and the natural environment that they adapted to. Studying them now in a comprehensive way allows us to understand the social, political, economic and religious conditions that existed for their inhabitants. They are a three-dimensional record of culture. Twenty-four pages of color images, along with black and white images through three volumes, illustrate the homes of people throughout the world. The volumes cover ancient times to the late Middle Ages, the Renaissance to the Industrial Revolution, and the Post-Industrial Revolution to the Present. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44052 Focusing on architecture from all regions of the world, this three-volume set profiles the twentieth century’s vast chronicle of architectural achievements, both within and well beyond the theoretical confines of modernism. Unlike existing works, this encyclopedia examines the complexities of rapidly changing global conditions that have dispersed modern architectural types, movements, styles, and building practices across traditional geographic and cultural boundaries. Intended for the general public, students, and professionals, the Encyclopedia of 20th-Century Architecturecontains more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries providing basic information on a variety of subjects. Articles range from 1,000 to 4,000 words. Volume 1 has a list of entries and a separate list of entries arranged by theme. Themes include "Architects and Firms" (the largest category, with 267 entries); "Building Types" (52 entries); "Buildings and Sites" (172 entries); "Countries and Regions" (35 entries); "Materials and Building Technology" (36 entries); and others. Examples of topics include Acoustics; Bank of China Tower; Concrete; Gas station; Israel; Paul, Bruno; Tent; and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Articles on buildings include designer name(s), date of completion, and location and often describe design features, architectural themes and influences, and challenges in design. For example, the article on the AEG Turbine Factory touches on the somewhat contentious relationship betwe Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44038 The Encyclopedia of American Industries (EAI) is a major business reference tool that provides detailed, comprehensive information on a wide range of industries in every realm of American business. Volume one provides separate coverage of 459 manufacturing industries. Volume two presents 545 essays covering the vast array of service and other non-manufacturing industries in the United States. Combined, these two volumes provide individual essays on every industry recognized by the U.S. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system. Both volumes of EAI are arranged numerically by SIC code for easy use. Additionally, each entry in the fourth edition includes the corresponding North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44037 Of the original essays, 33 have been revised by new scholars and 43 have been revised by the original contributors. General category coverage includes concepts and doctrines, policymaking, commerce and science, human rights and arms control, with specific articles on topics ranging from anti-imperialism to environmental diplomacy, from refugee policies to terrorism and countermeasures. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=44036 This is an entirely new work rather than a mere revision, featuring more than twice as many articles as the original (well over 700 as compared to just over 300) as well as a more definite global view of the topics covered when compared to the Eurocentric nature of the older set. There are more than 550 contributors, including such well-known writers as Peter Burke, Nathan Glazer, Arthur Hertzberg, Moshe Idel, Margaret L. King, and Martin E. Marty. Entries include those on the same topics but entirely rewritten from the original (City, Nationalism, Time) along with those that could barely have been thought of in the mid-1970s (Computer science, Sexual harassment, Visual culture). Just as telling, reflecting the scholarly shift over the past 30 years, are entries that no longer exist, such as Baconianism; Faith, hope, and charity; and Uniformitarianism and catastrophism. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43947 This new edition admirably continues the standard set in 1986 of providing high-quality, insightful, and thorough essays by leading constitutional scholars, law school professors, judges, historians, and political scientists on practical and theoretical topics dealing with every aspect of constitutional law in the U.S., from the Constitutional Convention in 1787 to the Clinton impeachment. The first edition won the 1987 Dartmouth Medal awarded by ALA's Reference and User Services Association and was designated as one of four core reference sources for a "Bicentennial Bookshelf" by the National Endowment for the Humanities. In 1992, a one-volume supplement was published, covering major constitutional developments and decisions since 1985 as well as topics omitted from the original set. When it came time to consider publishing a second supplementary volume, the editors wisely decided that it would be too unwieldy for users to have to consult the main volume plus two supplements to obtain thorough coverage of a topic. Instead, the editors opted to produce one new set, which would not only update many existing articles and cover new topics of importance but also include the original content of the first edition and its supplement. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43870 Before the Internet and the rise of scholarship on popular culture, Vincent Terrace built his reputation as one of the leading researchers in TV reference. This work represents decades of research and spans television's entire history. While documentation regarding cast and personnel is now often found online, descriptions of the shows from authoritative sources are still not widely available. Terrace fills that gap with this work, which covers over 9,100 shows (including pilots!) and constitutes the most comprehensive documentation of TV series ever published. All the traditional genres are here along with show genres not well covered elsewhere - including children's programming, talk shows, game shows, stage plays, women's programming, dance, and more. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43822 A Compendious Reference Guide to Popular, Ethnic, Religious, National, and Ancient Holidays, Festivals, Celebrations, Commemorations, Holy Days, Feasts, and Fasts, Including Contact Information and Web Sites. Supplemented by Special Sections on Words Relating to Time, Calendar Systems, Phases of the Moon, the World’s Major Living Religions, Facts about the U.S. States and Territories, Legal Holidays by State, Facts about the U.S. Presidents, Facts about Countries around the World, Legal Holidays by Country, Tourism Information Sources; and by an Annotated Bibliography and Chronological, Historic, Ancient, Folkloric, Calendar, Promotional, Sports, and Subject Indexes What's New for the Fourth Edition Over 500 brand-new entries Updated contact information and web sites New appendices add background information on world holidays Overview of the world’s major religions Facts about countries of the world Phases of the moon and how they are used to calculate holidays and events Description: This revised and expanded fourth edition of Holidays, Festivals, and Celebrations of the World Dictionary (HFCWD) contains up-to-date information about more than 3,000 holidays, festivals, celebrations, commemorations, holy days, feasts and fasts, and other observances from all parts of the world, including more than 500 entries that are new to this edition. Entries include events for which people come together for a day or periods of up to a few days or (ra Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43804 Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life covers cultural groups in Asia, Europe, the Americas and Africa. Each volume is organized for quick reference by continent, cover history, politics, customs, religion, education, human rights issues, teen life and much more for culture groups such as Kurds, Amish, Germans and more than 500 others. Each two- to six-page entry is written and reviewed by subject experts who have in-depth knowledge of a particular world culture and the skill to translate their knowledge int terms that students can understand. The Encyclopedia also gives students a visual learning experience with more than 250 photographs. And, a glossary of terms offers quick reference for difficult or foreign terms. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43595 Geoff Hamilton, Brian Jones, "Encyclopedia of Contemporary Writers and Their Work" Facts on File | 2010 | ISBN: 0816075786 | 428 pages | PDF | 10,5 MB Encyclopedia of Contemporary Writers and Their Work is an invaluable guide to English-language fiction writers born after 1959 and their best work. Coverage includes some of the most vital and appealing writers working today, such as Chang-rae Lee, Michael Chabon, Zadie Smith, and Dave Eggers. Containing more than 200 entries written by literary scholars, this resource provides a comprehensive overview of the best writers and works of the current English-speaking literary world. Coverage includes: Sherman Alexie Monica Ali The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao Edwidge Danticat Junot Diaz Jeffrey Eugenides Everything Is Illuminated Mark Haddon A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius The Kite Runner Jhumpa Lahiri Middlesex Native Speaker Chuck Palahniuk Suzan-Lori Parks The Secret History David Foster Wallace Colson Whitehead and more. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43557 Maurice Schwartz, Editor of the much acclaimed Encyclopedia of Beaches and Coastal Environments (Hutchinson Ross, 1982) has now brought forth a new volume with a fresh interdisciplinary approach that includes geomorphology, ecology, engineering, technology, oceanography, and human activities as they relate to coasts. Within its covers the Encyclopedia of Coastal Science includes many aspects of the coastal sciences that are only to be found scattered among scientific literature. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43555 The new, two-volume Encyclopedia of Earth and Space Science is the perfect complement to the material typically taught in high school and college Earth science and astronomy classes. Based on the NSES Content Standards, this comprehensive new reference emphasizes the physical processes involved in the formation and evolution of the Earth and universe, describes many examples of different types of geological and astrophysical phenomena, provides historical perspectives, and gives insight into the process of scientific inquiry by incorporating biographical profiles of people who have contributed significantly to the development of the sciences. The big bang theory is presented along with an evaluation of its physical principles and fundamental laws. The resulting structure of the universe, galaxies, solar system, planets, and places on Earth are also discussed. This informative resource boasts full-color photographs and illustrations, as well as an index, appendixes, cross-references, and a chronology. Entries include: Asthenosphere Australian geology Black smoker chimneys Charles Darwin El Nino and the Southern Oscillation (ENSO) Estuary Galaxy clusters George Gamow Hipparchus Japan Madagascar Mercury Milankovitch cycles Pangaea Radio galaxies Russian geology Tsunamis. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43554 This new encyclopedia from the Facts On File Science Library offers approximately 700 alphabetically arranged entries ranging from one paragraph to a few pages and covering earth science subdisciplines (hydrology, oceanography, and so on) as well as concepts, theories and hypotheses, places, events, geological time periods, history, technology, and key individuals. Manyentries have further-reading lists and cross-references. There are hundreds of black-and-white photos, drawings, charts, and maps. The illustrations are generally clear and detailed. Nineteen feature essays are scattered throughout the text. Two appendixes follow theentries, one containing a periodic table of elements, the other displaying a geologic time scale and other information. Read more...
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]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43480 Alphabetically arranged definitions present an overview of Egyptian mythology from the Predynastic period through the Roman period. Egypt's myths are among the earliest in the ancient world. From the legend of Osiris and Isis to the Book of the Dead, Egyptian Mythology A to Z, Third Edition brings to life the fascinating world of Egyptian mythology and religious beliefs for young readers. Included is coverage of topics such as pyramids, the cult of the king, human sacrifice, and the many gods and legendary figures that make upEgyptian mythology. With its focus on Egyptian gods and goddesses and the relationship between Egyptian myths and the later Greek and Roman mythology , this title is a useful reference for students with an interest in mythological studies. This new edition now features full-color photographs and illustrations. Acknowledgments Introduction Timeline for Ancient Egypt Map of Egypt A-to-Z Entries Selected Bibliography Index More : Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43479 In ancient Chinese civilization, emperors were revered as the direct descendants of the gods, who ruled all of nature and the heavens. Animal bones were consulted as oracles to answer the great questions of life and death, and ancestral spirits were thought to roam the earth, negotiating with the gods on behalf of the living. From the legends of the Eight Immortals to the teachings of Confucius, "Chinese Mythology A to Z, Second Edition" provides a refreshing, insightful look at the stories and myths that open a window onto this civilization. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43478 Celtic Mythology A to Z is a clearly written, illustrated guide to the characters, objects, and places that make up the mythic lore of the Celtic peoples. With more than 450 entries providing readable definitions, explanations, and descriptions of the major stories, gods and goddesses, places, and beliefs, this book is the perfect resource for young people who want to know more about ancient Celtic myths. This volume is part of the Mythology A to Z series from Facts On File. Each volume has a similar format: an introduction includes a history of the culture(s), an explanation of the book, and a pronunciation guide, followed by a time line and a map. The main text is an alphabetical listing of names, places, and ideas important to the mythology of the culture. The definitions are mostly brief--a single paragraph--although some are as lengthy as a page. Many black-and-white illustrations, mostly of artifacts, enhance the text. Each volume includes a good bibliography with Internet addresses. The series is designed for young people in junior high and high school, and it is appropriate for younger children who are better readers or interested in mythology. Except in the Celtic volume there is not much storytelling since the volumes are intended to be encyclopedias rather than collections of stories. They will help students to make connections between mythological characters and images and compare similarities between cultures. The indexes are constructed to help make those co Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43477 The African continent is home to a fascinating and strong tradition of myth, due in part to the long history of human habitation in Africa; the diversity of its geography, flora, and fauna; and the variety of its cultural beliefs. African Mythology A to Z, Second Edition is a readable reference to the deities, places, events, animals, beliefs, and other subjects that appear in the myths of various African peoples. For the first time, this edition features full-color photographs and illustrations. Introduction Map of Modern Africa Countries and Tribal Regions Time Line of African History A-to-Z Entries Selected Bibliography Index 1 Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43351 Thoroughly revised and expanded, the third edition of the Encyclopedia of Chromatography is an authoritative source of information for researchers in chemistry, biology, physics, engineering, and materials science. This quick reference and guide to specific chromatographic techniques and theory provides a basic introduction to the science and technology of the method, offering key references dealing with the methodology for analysis of specific chemicals and applications in industry. With a focus on emerging technologies and uses, the text contains tables and figures that cogently illustrate and clarify technical points in the articles. The Third Edition provides a valuable, reader-friendly reference for all those who employ chromatographic methods for analysis of complex mixtures of substances, as well as practitioners across the entire spectrum of science. What’s New in the Third Edition: Bioanalysis: Silica- and Polymer-Based Monolithic Columns Bioluminescence: Detection in TLC Chemical Warfare Agent Degradation Products: HPLC/MS Analysis Chemical Warfare Agents: TLC Analysis Cyclodextrins in GC Cyclodextrins in HPLC Detection in Ion Chromatography Drug Development: LC/MS Flash Chromatography Food Analysis: Ion Chromatography Inorganic and Organic Cations: Ion Chromatographic Determination Inverse GC Multidimensional Separations Spiral Column Assembly for HSCCC Thin Layer Radiochromatography Topological Indices: TLC UV-Visible Detection Including Multiple Wavelengths Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=43234 The period from the Renaissance onward has seen several nations and their citizens explore areas beyond their own borders in attempts to discover and colonize new territory, thereby expanding their sphere of influence for economic reasons or, for some, to escape persecution in their own land. Whatever the reason, colonialism still has its effects on the modern world, whether it led to the birth of a new nation (as in the case of the U.S.) or helps to explain simmering tensions that remain in Africa and India. Editor Benjamin is a professor of Latin American history at Central Michigan University; according to his preface, this set "provides the most comprehensive, accessible, and international reference work about the entirety of WesternColonialism from the Portuguese voyages of Prince Henry the Navigator in the fifteenth century to the making of feature films about British colonialism in India in the twenty-first century." The encyclopedia contains 411 articles by 234 academically affiliated contributors and is liberally illustrated with more than 300 illustrations, maps, and charts. A thematic outline is included in the first volume; the set concludes with selected text from 29 primary sources (for example, Monroe Doctrine, Treaty of Utrecht) and a comprehensive index. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42871 Grade 5 Up–This fact-filled, accessible revision of the excellent 1995 edition provides new material for researchers and general readers. It offers a comprehensive investigation of ancient Greece, from the dawning of Minoan civilization to the conquest of Rome–2000 years of a remarkable civilization that left an indelible imprint on human history. The original format of this volume has not changed, but many of the alphabetical articles have been updated and rewritten. New and expanded material includes pieces on Aesop, architecture, black peoples, Euripides, Jews, magic, land warfare, the climate and landscape of Greece, and wine. In addition, there are modern transliterations of ancient Greek (e.g., Hephaistos instead of Hephaestus), and a bibliography after each entry. Accurate cross-references, an information-packed time line, and a thorough index add to the volume's usefulness. The black-and-white maps, photographs, and illustrations are all high quality. This is a first-rate purchase for libraries on a topic of endless inquiry and fascination.–Hillary Jan Donitz-Goldstein, formerly at New York Public Library Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42815 Criminology and criminal justice involve the scientific study of crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system. Interest in the problem of crime began centuries ago, and in the 18th century, after several European countries experienced social unrest, writings about crime began to appear. During the 19th century, social scientists studied social problems, including crime and responses to it. Interest in criminology in the United States began in the late 19th century and flourished in the 20th century. Initially there were two major areas in the study of criminology: theoretical and applied criminology. Theoretical criminology included the etiology of crime, theories of criminality, typologies of crime and criminals, and the extent of crime. Applied criminology included the study of justice agencies and processes, often referred to as criminal justice, as well as the law. Today, the terms criminology and criminal justice are often used interchangeably, and the dichotomy between the two is less clear. For example, some of the subject matter in many criminology and criminal justice textbooks often overlaps although the original foci of each remain. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42754 IFIS has been producing quality comprehensive information for the world’s food science, food technology and nutrition community since its foundation in 1968 and, through its production of FSTA – Food Science and Technology Abstracts, has earned a worldwide reputation for excellence. Distilled from the extensive data held and maintained by IFIS, the dictionary is easy to use and has been rigorously edited and cross-referenced. Now in an extensively revised and updated second edition, this landmark publication features: 8,612 entries including 763 new entries and over 1,500 revised entries Reflects current usage in the scientific literature Includes local names, synonyms and Latin names, as appropriate Extensive cross-referencing Scientific editing from the team at IFIS The dictionary is an invaluable resource for all food scientists, food technologists, chemists and nutritionists in universities, research establishments, food and pharmaceutical companies. Libraries in all establishments where these subjects are studied and taught should ensure that they have copies on their shelves. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42506 In order to address today's global environmental challenges, it is important to understand them within the context of humankind's influences on its environment throughout the ages. The Encyclopedia of World Environmental History provides much needed explanation of urgent social and environmental issues - from urbanization to water shortages, climate change to the extinction of species - in articles replete with the stories of human and natural history. World historians, anthropologists, geographers, and biologists from 26 countries have pooled their knowledge for the first time to trace the interaction of humankind and nature over the course of human history, across cultures, and in the modern world. In more than 500 accessible articles emphasizing cross-cultural exchange, diffusion, and change over time, these scholars demonstrate why the approaches of environmental history are having such wide influence, and how past problems can cast new light on current debates. The distinguished editors--Shepard Krech III, J.R. McNeill, and Carolyn Merchant--are assisted by an international editorial advisory board of senior scholars, with contributors including Donald Worster, Alfred Crosby, William McNeill, and James Lovelock. Featuring up-to-date coverage of the latest developments in the field, this fascinating new work belongs in any collection serving world history, ecology, environmental studies, geography, or environmental science programs. Key features: * Unprecedented Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42426 How do the United States, France, Nigeria, and Chile deal with the problem of judicial review? Which countries guarantee their citizens equality under the law? Which states may suspend civil liberties in times of crisis? This informative reference work allows easy comparison between the constitutions of the 194 countries of the world. Written by specialists in the respective country, the entries follow a common structure that makes the systems easily comparable. Following a brief preface, the introduction explores the concepts of constitutional law and fundamental rights. In the A-to-Z section, each signed country entry begins with an "At-a-Glance" box that summarizes the governmental system, the legislative system, the date of the original constitution, the date the constitution was last changed, and more. This volume also includes a narrative discussion for each entry that analyzes the constitution's basic principles, including constitutional history, governmental regulation of the economy, and the rights and duties of citizenship. Other features include suggestions for further reading, including sources for the text of the constitution in English and in the original language; appendixes that cover the constitution of the European Union and provide an overview of special and disputed territories; a glossary; and a comprehensive index. Its coverage for each country includes: amendments to the constitution; basic organizational structure; citizenship; constitutional bodies; c Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42402 Presenting an incisive look at 2009, the Britannica Book of the Year provides a valuable viewpoint on the people and events that shaped the year. In addition to keeping the Encyclopadia Britannica updated, it serves as a great reference source for the latest news on the ever-changing populations, governments and economies throughout the world. It is an accurate and comprehensive reference that you will reach for again and again. - Research the events that made the headlines in 2009 - from sport to education to technological advances. - Read about world disasters like the wildfires that swept through South Eastern Australia, the earthquake in Central Italy reaching 6.3 on the Richter scale and the Air France Airbus that disappeared off the coast of Brazil. - World Data provides a statistical snapshot of the world's countries - incorporating data on each country's demography, economy, education, health and military. - People of 2009 commends the works of the year's Nobel Prize winners and celebrates the lives of such people as legendary football player and manager Sir Bobby Robson, chaotic TV chef Keith Floyd, anthropologist Claude Levi Strauss and King of Pop Michael Jackson. - Special Reports on key current events include the Global Financial Crisis, China's Quest for Superpower and the Swine Flu epidemic. - Explores critical issues and their origins, covering business, economics, technology, health, politics, science, sport and more. - Beautifully bound in hardback and writt Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42400 The human genome project has attracted a great deal of attention in recent years among the general public as well as the scientific community. Although it is likely to be a number of years before many of the expected benefits of the genomics revolution are realized, the impact of these scientific breakthroughs on medicine is likely to become apparent quickly and will transform the entire scene within a generation. Recent advances in genomic and proteomic technologies open up new avenues in the diagnoses and management of human diseases, and the application of these techniques may initiate a paradigm shift in clinical medicine. Initially, polymerase chain reaction tests were performed only in highly specialized or research laboratories. Presently, routine molecular assays are widely performed in virtually all sections and specialties of the traditional clinical laboratory, including oncology, hematology, immunology, and blood transfusion. Evolving techniques of nucleic acid and protein microarrays may follow a similar path to the clinician in the hospital. In human genetics, molecular techniques have brought forth new procedures for increasingly specific, sensitive, fast, simple, reliable, automatable, and cost-effective diagnostic and predictive DNA analysis. All of these modern nucleic acid technologies have significantly simplified the routine assessment of patients in the genetics clinic. For instance, advances in molecular biology and in genomics have made possible the ea Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42297 The final volumes of the massive revised Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia have finally rolled off the press. We reviewed volumes 8 to 11 (Birds) in the January 1 and 15, 2003, issue, and volumes 4 and 5 (Fishes), volume 6 (Amphibians), and volume 7 (Reptiles) in the December 1, 2003, issue. Volume 17 is a comprehensive index. H. C. Bernhard Grzimek hoped his original encyclopedia would "disseminate knowledge of the animals and love for them." This is also a goal of the revised edition; it does not disappoint. All volumes follow a similar organization. Introductory chapters, written in a narrative style, are usually followed by taxonomic chapters and species accounts, which follow a prescribed format. There are no page references from the main account of the species to the illustrations; the index at the end of each volume must be consulted. Color photographs, illustrations, and distribution maps supplement the text. Additional resources include references to books, periodical articles, organizations, and Web sites. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42286 The final volumes of the massive revised Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia have finally rolled off the press. We reviewed volumes 8 to 11 (Birds) in the January 1 and 15, 2003, issue, and volumes 4 and 5 (fishes), volume 6 (amphibians), and volume 7 (reptiles) in the December 1, 2003, issue. Volume 17 is a comprehensive index. H. C. Bernhard Grzimek hoped his original encyclopedia would "disseminate knowledge of the animals and love for them." This is also a goal of the revised edition; it does not disappoint. All volumes follow a similar organization. Introductory chapters, written in a narrative style, are usually followed by taxonomic chapters and species accounts, which follow a prescribed format. There are no page references from the main account of the species to the illustrations; the index at the end of each volume must be consulted. Color photographs, illustrations, and distribution maps supplement the text. Additional resources include references to books, periodical articles, organizations, and Web sites. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42284 H. C. Bernhard Grzimek hoped his original encyclopedia would "disseminate knowledge of the animals and love for them." This is also a goal of the revised edition; it does not disappoint. All volumes follow a similar organization. Introductory chapters, written in a narrative style, are usually followed by taxonomic chapters and species accounts, which follow a prescribed format. There are no page references from the main account of the species to the illustrations; the index at the end of each volume must be consulted. Color photographs, illustrations, and distribution maps supplement the text. Additional resources include references to books, periodical articles, organizations, and Web sites. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=42283 Following an extensive six- to nine-chapter overview, organization is taxonomical. Each family or order is discussed in terms of general description, evolution, structure and function, distribution, habitat, behavior, feeding, reproduction, conservation status, and relationship to humans. These descriptions are generally followed by anywhere from 2 to 20 representative species accounts that include rich illustrations and range maps. Formatting and layout are similar in all of the volumes, making the set consistent and easy to use. Illustrations, photos, and maps are in full color, serving the needs and expectations of today's readers. Editing of the volumes is tight, yielding uniform entries written by numerous expert Read more...
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]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41989 The title of this introductory chapter would have amazed the medical student I was in the 1970s. In that pre-AIDS era of medicine, infectiology was the emblem of triumphant medicine, with the icon names of Jenner, Pasteur, Koch, and Flemming, among others.The student who chose to specialize in this field appeared to be opting for the easy road to fame and fortune. This is no longer true and in the past has been so only for the industrial world.The peril of emerging and reemerging infectious diseases (ERID) was clearly identified by the US health and political authorities more than 10 years ago. This was before the mad cow disease, foot-and-mouth disease, SARS, and avian flu affairs. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41863 Authoritative text, crystal--clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive pocket guide to birds of the world. Featuring over 800 bird species, this volume is designed to simplify the sometimes complex identification process. Whether in your neighborhood or in the wild, the Smithsonian Handbook of Birds of the World enables you to spot and recognize birds easily. Photo--Encyclopedic Approach: Each entry combines a precise description with an annotated photograph to highlight the bird's chief characteristics and distinguishing features. There are useful maps showing worldwide distribution, pictures of alternative plumage, and scale drawings of each bird. Color--coded, quick--reference bands giving at--a--glance facts complete every entry.Identification Made easy: For beginners and established enthusiasts alike, the Smithsonian Handbook of Birds of the World begins by describing anatomy and behavior to help identify different types of bird. A visual identification key then shows the major bird groups and guides you to the correct entries. Finally, a concise glossary provides a useful guide to the scientific and technical terms used in the book. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41772 This volume, with one hundred new articles, supplements the award-winning 10-volume Encyclopedia of World Cultures, which was also organized and prepared by the Human Relations Area Files (HRAF) at Yale University, and published by G. K. Hall/Macmillan Library Reference between 1991 and 1996. The volume includes three kinds of entries. One kind is an important culture that was not included, for one reason or another, in the original encyclopedia. These new cultures are located in most regions of the world, but especially in Africa and North America. For example, Rwandans and Barundi are now included. New or updated articles on cultures that have been strongly affected by recent political events are a second kind of entry here. For example, the wars in the former Yugoslavia required expansions and updates of the articles on the Bosnian Muslims, Albanians, and Serbs, and the Afghanistan war called for revisions of the articles on the Tajiks and Uzbeks. Finally, there originally were only short entries on some important cultures, including some that are of classic interest in anthropology (for example, Crow, Zulu). These have now been expanded and updated. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41549 This is a must buy for anyone searching for a small cruising sailboat or larger daysailor under 26' including most mid-sized trailer boats. The author has an extensive and admirable background in the field of monohull sail boats and shares his love for the hobby in this fine compilation exhibiting hundreds of sailboat specs and drawings. Many sailors have strong opinions about boats they've owned and loved but Henkel gives us the basic facts and leaves the fluff to the manufacturers brag sheets. Well presented and good for many hours of armchair sailboat research. Your eyes will be opened to many fine small boats you didn't know existed. As an avid former catamaran sailor myself, beachcat sailors must know that a "cruising boat" and small catamarans are two completely different beasts. The title of this fine work says it all so don't expect what it doesn't promote. Fair winds. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41541 The most Authoritative, Comprehensive and up-to-date book available on dreams and dreaming, The author Pamela Ball, is one of the world's foremost dream interpreters and in this, her latest book, she gives you the opportunity to heal previous trauma, to enhance the way you live and to reach for the best within yourself. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41522 Don Rittner and Ronald A. Bailey, Ph.D.'s ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CHEMISTRY provides high school to college studentswith a basic yet detailed coverage which provides essays, definitions, examples and discussions surrounding some of the most basic chemistry ideas. This has over two hundred cross-referenced entries, four essays, and discussions applying chemistry science to daily life. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41518 This book is will written, and it's really ease to find what every god or goddess you're looking for. Will worth the price. Celtic Mythology A to Z is a clearly written, illustrated guide to the characters, objects, and places that make up the mythic lore of the Celtic peoples. With more than 450 entries providing readable definitions, explanations, and descriptions of the major stories, gods and goddesses, places, and beliefs, this book is the perfect resource for young people who want to know more about ancient Celtic myths. Providing a brief historical overview of the Celtic peoples and insight into a wide range of subjects, Celtic Mythology A to Z is fully cross-referenced, offering comprehensive coverage of ancient Celtic myths in an easy-to-use format. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41431 This is a very complete account of Greek myth. With close to 800 pages fully indexed it is easy to locate the stories of the individual gods or heroes you might be searching for. The text has some decent quality black and white images, but they are not the reason to buy this book. It's all about the stories. I've been teaching myth on the college level for 10 years now and have not found a nicer or more complete text accounting of Greek myths. This book also includes lots of genealogical charts so that you can trace the family histories of gods and human heroes. This might not be a text for the casual reader of myth or for the lover of myth for two reasons: first the stories are mostly detailed summaries taken from the various sources. Reading the account of Agamemnon in this text is NOT the same as reading Aeschylus. The fluid and often beautiful words of Aeschylus are NOT here; a high quality summary of the original stories is presented. Secondly, this text includes variant myths. That is to say that often myths come in multiple versions, not all of which agree on the details. In order to place all of the mainstream myths and all of the variants into a single text the editors have chosen to place the variants into a smaller typeface, which is fine with me. This method immediately alerts the reader that he/she is getting into the side channels of mythic developments and one might want to skip over such materials because this is a very large text. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41350 Uncover the magic and truth behind this compelling topic.In more than 480 entries, “The Encyclopedia of Witches, Witchcraft, and Wicca, Third Edition” is an exciting update to one of the landmark references on the subject – by paranormal expert Rosemary Ellen Guiley. This new edition provides unparalleled coverage of witchcraft practices around the world – spanning different time periods and societies – including entries on magic, shamanism, the occult, and wizardry. See other Encyclopedias by Rosemary Guiley. Go to Encyclopedias Section. Now covering Wicca-related material not included in the previous editions, as well as updates of contemporary biographies and Wicca material, this encyclopedia is perfect for casual readers and those fascinated by this spellbinding topic. All material has been expanded considerably, providing updates and new information about the key topics of witchcraft.The new and revised coverage includes: a treatment of the Inquisition; biographies of contemporary Wiccans; “Book of Shadows”; familiars; folklore relating to witchcraft; historical cases of witchcraft trials; magic and Wicca; salem witches; Wicca practices, rituals, beliefs, and traditions; and, witches in entertainment: films, television, stage, and popular fiction. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41310 Ghosts and spirits 3 Entries on people, terms, and phenomena relating to ghosts and spirits are arranged alphabetically with see references and are indexed in the back. From apparitions to La Llorona, phantom nuns, and the Winchester Mystery House, Guiley seems to give an even-handed treatment to these phenomena, indicating where something is "according to legend" or "disputed," but otherwise describing events as they were reported. Four hundred entries arranged A-to-Z flesh out our beliefs about all that haunts. Illustrations. This encyclopedia is about as fair as one can expect about a subject that many people think doesn't exist. The author ( Harper's Encyclopedia of Mystical and Paranormal Experience , LJ 8/91) has tried to read much of the skeptical literature and at least to report what it says. Yes, the believers get much more coverage, but there is an attempt to present both sides. The accuracy of the book is also fairly high. A number of errors do occur, which, surprisingly, seem not to have been copied from other sources but to have resulted from misremembering. These small errors do not significantly affect the utility of the book. A useful addition to the reference collection of any academic or public library. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41309 Reading level: Young Adult The conflict between good and evil can be found in every culture, mythical tradition, and religion throughout history. In many cases, the source of evil has been personified as demons or devils, and in many belief systems, both are considered to be real entities operating outside the boundaries of the physical world to torment people or lead them astray. In some traditions demons are believed to be the direct opposite of angels, working against the forces of good and challenging them. Real or not, demons are at the heart of many fascinating beliefs and traditions, several of which are widely held today. Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41307 This user-friendly, comprehensive, and informative resource traces the history of Western magic and alchemy, from their origins in ancient Egypt to the 20th century. It emphasizes rituals, materials, literature, practitioners, and the presence of magic as an undercurrent in everyday life. Alphabetically arranged, absorbing entries cover a plethora of subjects such as curses, divination, Tarot, kabbalah, Harry Potter (complete with a glossary of Potter magic), Grigori Rasputin, J. R. R. Tolkien, and sorcery and witchcraft. A well-assembled series of instructive black-and-white photos and illustrations enhance the usefulness of this work. A thorough bibliography and accurate index are appended Read more...
]]> Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:16:31 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=41280 Each volume begins with an introduction to the region that traces cultural development from prehistory to the present; within volumes, entries are organized alphabetically by culture group. Each of the more than 500 two- to six-page entries cover such areas as language, folklore, religion, food (often with recipes), rites of passage, family life, recreation, and social problems. Most articles are written and signed by subject specialists from around the world. However, some are not signed at all, and many are written by unaffiliated writer researchers. Still, the writing is crisp and up-to-date, and the authors offer valuable insights and appear to have spent much time in their respective culture areas. Bibliographies are included along with black-and-white maps of each culture area and, although not richly illustrated, entries do include some black-and-white photos. Read more...
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