With worldwide control of the Internet newly in its hands, the optimistically named Internet Fairness Service (IFS) is supposed to provide technological governance for the good of all. But from the shadows, a devious mastermind known only as Mr. S is pulling strings to manipulate the most ambitious insider trading scheme the world has ever known. When an IFS employee ends up dead after secretly tipping off struggling middle-aged journalist Henry Vanzant, Henry reluctantly finds himself dra...

A masterful pediatric neurosurgical resource that enhances the surgeon's ability to improve outcomes for the smallest and most complex patients around the worldNeurosurgical Operative Atlas: Pediatric Neurosurgery, Third Edition edited by Andrew J. Kobets, the late James T. Goodrich, and Robert F. Keating showcases the latest neurosurgical techniques for a full spectrum of pediatric neurosurgical diagnoses. The original concept of this atlas was envisioned...

DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING gathers more than a century of Gothic experimentation into a capacious archive of terror, wonder, and psychological disturbance. Its contents range from foundational castle romances, spectral ballads, and Faustian tales to detective mysteries, decadent fantasies, imperial nightmares, and proto-science-fictional horrors. Recurring images—ruined houses, forbidden manuscripts, doubles, revenants, persecuted heroines, and corrupted inheritances—demonstrate how Gothic wr...

'Into Eternal Darkness: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition' presents a rich tapestry of haunting narratives and profound horror that delve into the human psyche and supernatural enigmas. This anthology superbly encapsulates the essence of the Gothic tradition, ranging from the grand, brooding Romanticism of the 18th century to the enigmatic complexities of the Victorian era. It features a spectrum of literary styles, from the epistolary form used ingeniously by Radcliffe to the ornate nar...

As a Humanist and Green Party member, and with a background in project management, he organised his non religious funeral meticulously. That experience led him to write "How to die well without god".The book represents an interpretation of death untainted by religious superstition, but which identifies how to die well and also help those affected by loss and grief.He was comfortable to share with Epicurus his views that life is about love, friendships and shared experiences...

On June 5, 1981, the scientific community received a wake-up call from the CDC in the form of a terrible new illness that the world would soon know as AIDS. Three decades later, remarkable progress has been made, but much more remains to be understood and to be done. In this audiobook, we explore where the disease came from, how it works, how it spreads, the search for a vaccine, and cultural and sociological factors.

Poetry is a fascinating use of language. With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries. In this series we look at narrative poetry through the eyes and minds of our most gifted poets to bring you a unique guide. Narrative Poems may be short of long but in essence they are usually written in metered verse with characters and dramatic in fashion. They can include ep...

Few organizations have been as influential as The Natural Step in empowering and inspiring people to design a more sustainable world. In The Natural Step Story, Dr. Karl-Henrik Robèrt describes first hand the evolution of the Natural Step framework comprised of four system conditions essential for the maintenance of life on Earth, together with a robust methodology for how to apply them strategically.

Written for educators and administrators, this book explores professional learning communities from a teacher’s perspective. Focused chapters survey effective and collaborative team actions, instructional practices that enhance teacher efficiency, and the role teacher judgment and classroom context play in determining instructional outcomes. The authors show that shifting teachers’ focus from teaching to learning creates a lasting commitment to PLC success.

In this sequel to Total Instructional Alignment, the author peels back complex layers of the change process to reveal the five big ideas at the core of successful schools. Focus on these foundational ideas to simplify decision making and eliminate distractions from your efforts to promote effective teaching and learning. Teachers and administrators alike will appreciate this straightforward approach to solid leadership for school improvement.

Engineers solve problems and work on emerging challenges in a wide range of areas important to improving quality of life; areas like sustainable energy, access to clean water, and improved communications and health care technologies. Kosky et al's Exploring Engineering explores the world of engineering by introducing the reader to what engineers do, the fundamental principles that form the basis of their work, and how they apply that knowledge within a structured design process. The three-...

Exploring Engineering: An Introduction to Engineering and Design, Sixth Edition explores the world of engineering by introducing the reader to what engineers do, the fundamental principles that form the basis of their work, and how they apply that knowledge within a structured design process. The three-part organization of the text reinforces these areas, making this an ideal introduction for anyone interested in exploring the various fields of engineering and learning how engineers work t...