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This interdisciplinary book presents a comprehensive conceptual and methodological treatment of intervention research, a developing area of empirical inquiry that aims to make research more directly relevant and applicable to practice. Intervention Research contains original chapters by the most highly regarded scholars in the field. These experts explain how to distinguish intervention research from other modalities, demonstrate a new model of research for the design and development of in...

This book provides an accessible introduction to the fascinating and topical subject of black holes. It bridges the gap between popular non-mathematical expositions and advanced research texts, using simple undergraduate level calculations and the most basic knowledge of relativity to explain current research. This means the theory can be understood by a wide audience of physicists, including those who are not necessarily interested in learning higher-level mathematical techniques.The thir...

Behavior modification has lacked operational procedures to sharpen techniques and equipment. These aspects have lagged behind the development of general principles and specialized modification techniques. This sophisticated sourcebook is devoted exclusively to the technical details of "how-to-do-it" in behavioral assessment and practice--an aspect of behavior modification that is relatively undeveloped despite its significance and that has only recently received the attention it deserves.

This introduction to the fascinating subject of black holes fills a significant gap in the literature which exists between popular, non-mathematical expositions and advanced textbooks at the research level. It is designed for advanced undergraduates and first year postgraduates as a useful stepping-stone to the advanced literature.The book provides an accessible introduction to the exact solutions of Einstein's vacuum field equations describing spherical and axisymmetric (rotating) black h...

"Sleight of Hand: A Practical Manual of Legerdemain for Amateurs & Others" by Edwin Thomas Sachs is a comprehensive guide that delves into the art of magic and illusion. This manual is designed for both beginners and those with some experience, offering detailed instructions on various sleight-of-hand techniques. Sachs emphasizes the importance of practice and presentation, providing readers with a solid foundation in the principles of magic. The book covers a wide range of tricks, from ca...

In May 1985 the University of Massachusetts held the first conference on the parameter setting model of grammar and acquisition. The conference was conceived in the belief that there is a new possibility of tightly connecting grammatical studies and language acquisition studies, and that this new possibility has grown out of the new generation of ideas about the relation of Universal Grammar to the grammar of particular languages. The papers in this volume are all concerned in one way or a...

The auditory system has a remarkable ability to adjust to an ever-changing environment. The six review chapters that comprise Plasticity of the Central Auditory System cover a spectrum of issues concerning this ability to adapt, defined by the widely applicable term "plasticity". With chapters focusing on the development of the cochlear nucleus, the mammalian superior olivary complex, plasticity in binaural hearing, plasticity in the auditory cortex, neural plasticity in bird songs, and pl...

Edwin Thomas Sachs's *Sleight of Hand: A Practical Manual of Legerdemain for Amateurs & Others* is both an instructional handbook and a revealing document of nineteenth-century conjuring culture. Its subject is the disciplined production of wonder: the manipulation of cards, coins, objects, and attention through concealment, misdirection, dexterity, timing, and theatrical presentation. Sachs writes in a lucid, methodical style, translating performances that might appear supernatural into r...

This book vividly captures twenty-eight pivotal moments in American presidential history—from the Louisiana Purchase to JFK's pledge to put a man on the moon.It is often said that the United States presidency is the most powerful office in the world. Various presidents have wielded that power in different ways, changing the course of history with a single decision, speech, or signature. The Buck Stops Here examines twenty-eight of these iconic events, givin...

It is always a matter for self-congratulation on the part of an author to be called upon to furnish a Preface to a second or subsequent edition of some "bantling of his brain." In the present instance the task is more satisfactory than usual, the author not coming before the reader empty-handed. Since the publication of the first edition, conjurors have not been idle, and numerous new methods for producing magical surprises have been invented. Such of these as are suitable or worthy—for, i...

"Standard Selections" is a carefully curated anthology that showcases a diverse range of literary works, emphasizing the importance of classic and contemporary pieces. Edited by Robert I. Fulton, Edwin P. Trueblood, and Thomas C. Trueblood, this collection serves as an essential resource for readers and educators alike. The editors have meticulously selected texts that not only highlight the beauty of language but also provoke thought and discussion, making it an invaluable addition to any...

"James's Account of S. H. Long's Expedition, 1819-1820" is a detailed narrative that chronicles the scientific and exploratory journey led by Stephen H. Long. Edwin James, the expedition's botanist and surgeon, provides a vivid account of the landscapes, flora, and fauna encountered during their travels through the American frontier. The work is notable for its rich descriptions and observations, which contribute significantly to the understanding of the geography and natural history of th...