Words of wisdom from the late Charlie Munger—Warren Buffett’s longtime business partner and the visionary Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway—collected and interpreted with an eye towards investing by David Clark, coauthor of the bestselling Buffettology series.Born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1924, Charlie Munger studied mathematics at the University of Michigan, trained as a meteorologist at Cal Tech Pasadena while in the Army, and graduated magna cum laude fr...

What will you value when the end of the world arrives?Successful attorney Jim Preston has it all. A prestigious job, wonderful house, fancy sports car, a wife, family, and a girlfriend. He is the poster child for the opulent lifestyle. Too bad it takes it all for granted until he and his family are faced by a demonic storm of soul-stealing spirits sent by an evil Sharman to end the immoral lives of man for him to realize what is truly important. When faced with the ultimate decisio...

Are you satisfied with your current and traditional grading system? Does it accurately reflect your students’ learning and progress? Can it be gamed? Does it lead to grade-grubbing and friction with your students?The authors of this book – two professors of mathematics with input from colleagues across disciplines and institutions – offer readers a fundamentally more effective and authentic approach to grading that they have implemented for over a decade.Recognizing that traditiona...

David Clarke opens The National Archives' own X Files to uncover the secret, official accounts behind legendary paranormal and extraordinary phenomena. From mediums employed by the police to help with psychic crime-busting to sea monster sightings reported to the Royal Navy, Britain's X-traordinary Files brings to light a range of secret documents created by military intelligence and government agencies who have investigated and even used extraordinary phenomena or powers in recen...

Interruptions is rooted in the tradition of contemporary ekphrastic writing, where an author creates a literary response in order to confront or narrate a work of visual art. Here, the photographer and writer engage in a dialogue between David Clarke’s selections from his photographic archives and Xu Xi’s essays written in response to each photo, which, in turn, triggers the next photographic choice.David Clarke 祈大衛is Professor in the Department of Fine Arts, Unive...

Palliative medicine was first recognised as a specialist field in 1987. One hundred years earlier, London based doctor William Munk published a treatise on 'easeful death' that mapped out the principles of practical, spiritual, and medical support at the end of life. In the intervening years a major process of development took place which led to innovative services, new approaches to the study and relief of pain and other symptoms, a growing interest in 'holistic' care, and a desire to gai...

Discover the exciting world of software-defined radio (SDR) through this hands-on, beginner-friendly introduction.Whether you’re a hobbyist interested in exploring the airwaves, a student learning about wireless communications, or an engineer looking to prototype RF designs, Practical SDR will help you master the fundamentals of software-defined radio.You’ll build virtual radio receivers on your computer, then extract audio from real AM and FM sign...

Recovery from addiction comes from the person with the problem. He or she does the work in overcoming their substance use and related problems, getting well, and getting their life (back) on track. Recovery is a process of self-healing. Practitioners may facilitate recovery, but they do so by catalysing and supporting natural processes of recovery in the individual.Our Recovery Stories provides important insights into recovery and recovery-based care by showing the lived e...

Sometimes the ghosts you see, aren't the ones that haunt you!Edward Meyer fled Miller's Crossing as a shattered child, leaving behind the haunting memories of a tragic loss. Now, decades later, he returns with a family of his own, seeking solace in his ancestral home. Little does he know that his homecoming will awaken more than just distant memories.As a man in his forties with children to protect, Edward must confront his own inner demons and the apparitions that have pla...

A very readable work of reference offering a survey in chronological order, from AD 84 to 1746, of the major battles which have taken place on British soil, from the Roman occupation to Culloden, the last battle fought on British soil. In this way, the book can be read as a continuous narrative, while each entry also stands alone as a self-contained guide.The battles are grouped into relevant sections (such as the Wars of the Roses, the English Civil Wars and the Jacobite Rebellions...

Stretch yourself to achieve the highest grades, with structured syllabus coverage, varied exam-style questions and annotated sample answers, to help you to build the essential skill set for exam success.- Benefit from expert advice and tips on skills and knowledge from experienced subject authors.- Effectively manage your revision with a brand-new introduction that clearly outlines what is expected from you in the exam.- Keep track of your own progress...

A Bitcoin wallet serves as a digital tool that allows users to store, send, and receive Bitcoin. Unlike a physical wallet that holds cash, a Bitcoin wallet does not store the cryptocurrency itself but rather the public and private keys needed to access the Bitcoin on the blockchain. The wallet interacts with the Bitcoin network, enabling transactions and providing a user interface to manage Bitcoin holdings. Understanding the function and importance of a Bitcoin wallet is crucial for any i...