Conversations on sustainability, renewable energy, and other pressing issues: "A level of intellectual discussion all too absent in our national discourse." — BooklistA co-founder of Physicians for Social Responsibility, named one of the most influential women of the twentieth century by the Smithsonian Institute, Helen Caldicott presents a valuable collection of her interviews with prominent figures and environmentalists—in which she:*Scrutinizes ...

Blackstone Publishing presents a faithful, full-cast dramatization of The Maltese Falcon, Dashiell Hammett’s intense and immersive hard-boiled detective classic that redefined the genre.“Don’t be too sure I’m as crooked as I’m supposed to be. That kind of reputation might be good business.”—Samuel Spade, private investigatorBrilliant detective Sam Spade is the quintessential private eye, with his own code of ethics. When a standard stakeout goes wr...

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Vi går forbi dem dagligt, træder på dem og spiser dem levende eller døde, men er vi i virkeligheden klar over, hvad de er for nogle væsener planterne? Anders Lund Madsen og professor i plantefysiologi Michael Broberg Palmgren slår et slag for det storslåede planteliv på Jorden og introducerer os for ca. 40 af de mest fascinerende og fedeste planter fra nær og fjern. Historisk har de stået i skyggen af dyreriget, men i Planternes manifest får de oprejsning, og vi får fascinerende i...

This book examines the political and legal challenges of regional governance of the 28 countries of the European Union and the 48 in the Council of Europe. The contributions, dilemmas, and moral hazards from this record of nearly seven decades of regional inter-governmental institutions has kept the peace, but produced episodes of crisis from overstretching jurisdictions, thematically and geographically. Polarization between nationalist and integrative forces has displaced the idealistic a...

Develop, validate, and deploy powerful decentralized applications using blockchainGet the most out of cutting-edge blockchain technology using the hands-on information contained in this comprehensive resource. Written by a team of technology and legal experts, Blockchain: A Practical Guide to Developing Business, Law, and Technology Solutions demonstrates each topic through a start-to-finish, illustrated case study. The book includes financial, technology,...

Barack Obama Han blev valgt på løftet om at forandre USA. ”Change We Can Believe In” lød det valgslogan, der henrykkede både amerikanerne og resten af verden. I 2009 blev Obama indsat som Amerikas 44. præsident. Fem år er nu gået, siden Barack Obama blev taget i ed som præsident, og spørgsmålet er: Har han forandret Amerika? I denne antologi søger skribenterne på Kongressen.com at give svaret. Ud fra såvel indenrigs- som udenrigspolitiske vinkler ser de tilbage på Obamas første fem år ved ...

This textbook is a comprehensive guide for students interested in using participatory research to improve people’s health and well-being. It is especially designed for those working in the fields of health and social welfare who are embarking on participatory research for the first time. It covers all phases in participatory research from “getting started,” to “acting for change,” “continuing the journey” and “articulating impact.” Its unique format helps readers understand the essence of ...

Vi går forbi dem dagligt, træder på dem og spiser dem levende eller døde, men er vi i virkeligheden klar over, hvad de er for nogle væsener planterne? Anders Lund Madsen og professor i plantefysiologi Michael Broberg Palmgren slår et slag for det storslåede planteliv på Jorden og introducerer os for ca. 40 af de mest fascinerende og fedeste planter fra nær og fjern. Historisk har de stået i skyggen af dyreriget, men i Planternes manifest får de oprejsning, og vi får fascinerende i...

The conversation, sometimes heated, about the influence of Christianity on the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien has a long history. What has been lacking is a forum for a civilized discussion about the topic, as well as a chronological overview of the major arguments and themes that have engaged scholars about the impact of Christianity on Tolkien's oeuvre, with particular reference to The Lord of the Rings. The Ring and the Cross addresses these two needs through an articulate...

This book provides a thorough introduction to the topic of mathematical modeling of electrical activity in the heart, from molecular details of ionic channel dynamics to clinically derived patient-specific models. It discusses how cellular ionic models are formulated, introduces commonly used models and explains why there are so many different models available. The chapters cover modeling of the intracellular calcium handling that underlies cellular contraction as well as modeling molecula...

Three generations of a family are affected in some way by the life and deaths of children in the town of Fleming. And how each generation handles the responsibility is totally unique. Grandma Winny returned from her world of freedom to be protected by the man she loves. She never realized that her man, Grandpa Roan, took his responsibility as a husband and father serious and then end up dying during the Gunfight in Rails. Mother, Grandma Winnys daughter, helped the poor citizens of Fleming...