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La Republica Al Reves (9788498165173)

La república al revés reflects on how social and political power are presented dramas surrounding the Order of Mercy. Product details Format Paperback | 140 pages Dimensions 140 x 216 x 13mm | 295g Publication date ...

The Regulation of International Coercion : Legal Authorities and Political Constraints: Naval War College Newport Papers 25 (9781478391326)

The study of international law has been an element of the curriculum of the Naval War College since the founding of the College, and it was to fill the need for textbooks focusing on practical, law-related naval issues that the College published its first book, in 1895. That work-a collection of edited and expanded lectures given in Newport by Freeman Snow, professor of international law at Harvard, published as International Law: A Manual Based upon Lectures Delivered at the Naval War College-was seminal in two ways. First, it was for its compiler, Commander Charles Stockton of the Naval War College's faculty, that the College's prestigious chair in international law is named. Second, the book itself, which was soon canonical, was the forerunner of the International Law Series, of which seventy-nine volumes by, or collecting the work of, major scholars have appeared, with more in preparation. The Naval War College Review in its time took up the challenge. In the May 1949 issu...

The Official SAT Subject Test in Mathematics : Level 1 Study Guide (9781457309304)

SAT Subject Tests are a valuable way to help students show colleges a more complete picture of their academic background and interests. Each year, over 200K high school students take a math SAT Subject Test to demonstrate their knowledge and showcase their achievement. Many of today's careers require STEM skills, and SAT Subject Tests can provide a fair and reliable measure of students' achievement in math in high school. This information can often enhance a student's college admission portfolio. Several colleges and universities also require or recommend students to take SAT Subject Tests for admission and/or placement. The Official SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1 Study Guide from the College Board is the only source of official questions and answer explanations for these exams. Created from the makers of the Subject Tests, this guide offers a total of four (two never-been released) forms of real past Math exams for students to gain real practice. Students will g...

Going Off the Grid : The How To Book Of Simple Living And Happiness (9781570673542)

Discover how to get off the consumer treadmill and enjoy a simpler lifestyle. Gary Collins documents his firsthand experience in this comprehensive guide on how to find property and build a self-sustaining home to achieve happiness through simplicity. Included are tips for how to deal with general contractors and a review of common types of off-the-grid home construction (standard, straw bale, logs, and green cinder block) that highlights energy efficiency and insulation. All the basics are thoroughly covered, such as well water, septic and sewage disposal, and off-the-grid energy options (solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal). Factored in are contemporary concerns, including access to internet and cell phone service and the importance of an effective security system.Chapter summaries drive home key points for success, and a list of resources directs readers to key information. Product details ...

Emotions, Learning, and the Brain : Exploring the Educational Implications of Affective Neuroscience (9780393709810)

A neuroscience revolution is making its way into classrooms around the country, changing the way we understand how emotions influence thinking and learning. This book makes available the most pertinent scientific information in a way classroom teachers can understand and apply. Product details Format Hardback | 208 pages Dimensions 165 x 244 x 20mm | 527g ...

The Innovator's DNA : Mastering the Five Skills of Disruptive Innovators (9781422134818)

A new classic, cited by leaders and media around the globe as a highly recommended read for anyone interested in innovation. In The Innovator's DNA, authors Jeffrey Dyer, Hal Gregersen, and bestselling author Clayton Christensen (The Innovator's Dilemma, The Innovator's Solution, How Will You Measure Your Life?) build on what we know about disruptive innovation to show how individuals can develop the skills necessary to move progressively from idea to impact. By identifying behaviors of the world's best innovators--from leaders at Amazon and Apple to those at Google, Skype, and Virgin Group--the authors outline five discovery skills that distinguish innovative entrepreneurs and executives from ordinary managers: Associating, Questioning, Observing, Networking, and Experimenting. Once you master these competencies (the authors provide a self-assessment for rating your own innovator's DNA), the authors explain how to generate ideas, collaborate to implement them, ...

Hans Adolf Brorson (9781287439394)

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. Product details Format Paperback | 408 pages ...