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The Artful Nuance
by Rod Evans?The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter. ? (Mark Twain)What?s the difference between: Nectar and ambrosia? Bough and branch? Astonished and surprised? Sensual and sensuous? Beside and besides? Many people use these words interchangeably but there are actually subtle and interesting differences in meaning and usage. Now from the author of Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge comes a fun and fascinating word reference book for word lovers, students, and trivia collectors alike. Readers will relish learning about these distinctions in this entertaining homage to a gift we use every day?words. .
Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge
by Rod EvansWhen is a tulip not a flower? When it's one of hundreds of mnemonic devices in this comprehensive sourcebook. From remembering the notes on a scale, to correctly performing geometric equations, mnemonic devices have helped countless students, teachers and trivia buffs recall key information quickly. In this comprehensive guide, readers will find a wide spectrum of ingeniously simple mnemonic devices for recalling facts about science, maths, geography, law, literature, world history, zodiac and much much more.
Sorry, Wrong Answer
by Rod EvansMost people probably think that German chocolate originated in Germany. Nothing could be further from the truth: it is, in fact, named after and Englishman called Samuel German. This is only one of the many commonly held assumptions Rod L. Evans takes on in his fascinating tour of surprisingly misleading facts. The perfect gift for trivia lovers, students and information junkies, it features all manner of deceptive questions. Readers will never again assume the most obvious answer to any question!
Tyrannosaurus Lex: The Marvelous Book of Palindromes, Anagrams, and Other Delightful and Outrageous Wordplay
by Rod L. EvansWelcome to the Weird and Wonderful World of Words! Tyrannosaurus Lex is your guide to the intriguing world of logology—the pursuit of word puzzles or puzzling words—featuring: • A wealth of witty anagrams, palindromes, and puns • Clever paraprosdokians: sentences with surprising endings (“I’ve had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn’t it. ”—Groucho Marx) • Fascinating oronyms: a pair of phrases that differ in meaning and spelling, yet share a similar pronunciation (“The stuffy nose can lead to problems” versus “The stuff he knows can lead to problems. ”) • Peculiar oxymora: words or phrases that are self-contradictory (Jumbo shrimp! Guest host! Gold silverware!) So sit back and get ready to learn about everything from antigrams and aptanagrams to kangaroo words and phantonyms. You’ll never look at language the same again! .
The Book of Fungi: A Life-Size Guide to Six Hundred Species from around the World
by Shelley Evans Peter RobertsColorful, mysterious, and often fantastically shaped, fungi have been a source of wonder and fascination since the earliest hunter-gatherers first foraged for them. Today there are few, if any, places on Earth where fungi have not found themselves a home. And these highly specialized organisms are an indispensable part of the great chain of life. They not only partner in symbiotic relationships with over ninety percent of the world's trees and flowering plant species, they also recycle and create humus, the fertile soil from which such flora receive their nutrition. Some fungi are parasites or saprotrophs; many are poisonous and, yes, hallucinogenic; others possess life-enhancing properties that can be tapped for pharmaceutical products; while a delicious few are prized by epicureans and gourmands worldwide. In this lavishly illustrated volume, six hundred fungi from around the globe get their full due. Each species here is reproduced at its actual size, in full color, and is accompanied by a scientific explanation of its distribution, habitat, association, abundance, growth form, spore color, and edibility. Location maps give at-a-glance indications of each species' known global distribution, and specially commissioned engravings show different fruitbody forms and provide the vital statistics of height and diameter. With information on the characteristics, distinguishing features, and occasionally bizarre habits of these fungi, readers will find in this book the common and the conspicuous, the unfamiliar and the odd. There is a fungal predator, for instance, that hunts its prey with lassos, and several that set traps, including one that entices sows by releasing the pheromones of a wild boar. Mushrooms, morels, puffballs, toadstools, truffles, chanterelles--fungi from habitats spanning the poles and the tropics, from the highest mountains to our own backyards--are all on display in this definitive work.
Archaeology of Ancient Mexico and Central America: An Encyclopedia
by Susan Toby Evans David L. WebsterThis is the first comprehensive, one-volume encyclopedia in English devoted to pre-Columbian archaeology of the Mesoamerican culture area. In more than 500 articles by the major experts in the field, this work brings the most recent scholarship to an examination of regional environments and their cultural evolution. Entries range from the familiar
George Bernard Shaw
by T. F. EvansThis set comprises 40 volumes covering nineteenth and twentieth century European and American authors. These volumes will be available as a complete set, mini boxed sets (by theme) or as individual volumes. This second set compliments the first 68 volume set of Critical Heritage published by Routledge in October 1995.
The Book of Mark (The Smart Guide to the Bible Series)
by Walker EvansMark told it like it was so you could see Jesus as He is. Each Gospel, or biography of Jesus, is unique. The bold Book of Mark was written to the ruling Romans. This fast-paced narrative is the shortest Gospel. Likely penned first, Mark takes you into the action and gets to the point. Now, with the verse-by-verse insights of The Smart Guide to the BibleTM: The Book of Mark you'll experience the unparalleled power of Jesus and be inspired to live with greater authenticity and purpose.
Encyclopedia of Contemporary Russian Culture (Encyclopedias Of Contemporary Culture Ser.)
by Karen Evans-Romaine Helena Goscilo Tatiana SmorodinskayaThis addition to the highly successful Contemporary Cultures series covers the period from period 1953, with the death of Stalin, to the present day. Both ‘Russian’ and ‘Culture’ are defined broadly. ‘Russian’ refers to the Soviet Union until 1991 and the Russian Federation after 1991. Given the diversity of the Federation in its ethnic composition and regional characteristics, questions of national, regional, and ethnic identity are given special attention. There is also coverage of Russian-speaking immigrant communities. ‘Culture’ embraces all aspects of culture and lifestyle, high and popular, artistic and material: art, fashion, literature, music, cooking, transport, politics and economics, film, crime – all, and much else, are covered, in order to give a full picture of the Russian way of life and experience throughout the extraordinary changes undergone since the middle of the twentieth century. The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Russian Culture is an unbeatable resource on recent and contemporary Russian culture and history for students, teachers and researchers across the disciplines. Apart from academic libraries, the book will also be a valuable acquisition for public libraries. Entries include cross-references and the larger ones carry short bibliographies. There is a full index.
Managing and Implementing Microsoft® SharePoint® 2010 Projects
by Geoff EvelynDelve into the capabilities of SharePoint® 2010 -- and determine the best way to put this technology to work for your organization. With this practical guide, you'll gain project management practices for implementing SharePoint, and learn how to customize the system to match the unique collaboration and data-sharing needs of your users. Discover how to: Define a SharePoint 2010 system specification based on user requirements Plan your SharePoint implementation and build your team Determine the function, performance, interfaces, and design of your system Optimize your hardware, software, and information architecture Take control of the documentation process during your SharePoint project Manage the implementation to respond to the evolving needs of your organization Your companion content includes a fully searchable online edition of the book -- with unlimited access on the Web. Customize SharePoint 2010 to fit the needs of your business with this hands-on guide.
Powerful Phrases for Effective Customer Service: Over 700 Ready-to-Use Phrases and Scripts That Really Get Results
by Renée EvensonDealing with customers isn't easy, they aren't always right or even pleasant. Business author Renée Evenson ensures you&’ll always have the right words to defuse tense interactions.Practical and insightful, this book ensures you&’ll never again be at a loss for what to say to customers.In Powerful Phrases for Effective Customer Service, she covers 30 challenging customer behaviors and 20 common employee-caused negative encounters to teach you:how to assess circumstances,choose one of many appropriate responses,and confidently and consistently deliver customer satisfaction.Helpful sample scenarios and tangible instructions bring the phrases to life, while detailed explanations bolster your confidence so that you&’ll have the right words as tools at your disposal and the skills to deliver those words effectively.By incorporating language that communicates welcome, courtesy, rapport, enthusiasm, assurance, regret, empathy, and appreciation, you&’ll not only be capable of overcoming obstacles--you&’ll strengthen all facets of your customer service.
Guide to Methods for Students of Political Science
by Stephen Van EveraStephen Van Evera greeted new graduate students at MIT with a commonsense introduction to qualitative methods in the social sciences. His helpful hints, always warmly received, grew from a handful of memos to an underground classic primer. That primer evolved into a book of how-to information about graduate study, which is essential reading for graduate students and undergraduates in political science, sociology, anthropology, economics, and history--and for their advisers. *How should we frame, assess, and apply theories in the social sciences? "I am unpersuaded by the view that the prime rules of scientific method should differ between hard science and social science. Science is science." *A section on case studies shows novices the ropes. *Van Evera contends the realm of dissertations is often defined too narrowly "Making and testing theories are not the only games in town. . . . If everyone makes and tests theories but no one ever uses them, then what are they for?" *In "Helpful Hints on Writing a Political Science Ph.D. Dissertation," Van Evera focuses on presentation, and on broader issues of academic strategy and tactics. *Van Evera asks how political scientists should work together as a community. "All institutions and professions that face weak accountability need inner ethical rudders that define their obligations in order to stay on course."
The Ecology of Everyday Things
by Mark EverardNature is all around us, in the beautiful but also in the unappealing and functional, and from the awe-inspiring to the mundane. It is vital that we learn to see the agency of the natural world in all things that make our lives possible, comfortable and profitable. The Ecology of Everyday Things pulls back the veil of our familiarity on a range of ‘everyday things’ that surround us, and which we perhaps take too much for granted. This key into the magic world of the everyday can enable us to take better account of our common natural inheritance. Professor James Longhurst, Assistant Vice Chancellor, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) For many people, ecosystems may be a remote concept, yet we eat, drink, breathe and interface with them in every moment of our lives. In this engaging textbook, ecosystems scientist Dr. Mark Everard considers a diversity of ‘everyday things’, including fascinating facts about their ecological origins: from the tea we drink, to the things we wear, read and enjoy, to the ecology of communities and space flight, and the important roles played by germs and ‘unappealing creatures’ such as slugs and wasps. In today’s society, we are so umbilically connected to ecosystems that we fail to notice them, and this oversight blinds us to the unsustainability of everyday life and the industries and policy environment that supports it. The Ecology of Everyday Things takes the reader on an enlightening, fascinating voyage of discovery, all the while soundly rooted in robust science. It will stimulate awareness about how connected we all are to the natural world and its processes, and how important it is to learn to better treat our environment. Ideal for use in undergraduate- and school-level teaching, it will also interest, educate, engage and enthuse a wide range of less technical audiences.
Linguistic Relativity: Evidence Across Languages and Cognitive Domains (Applications of Cognitive Linguistics Ser. #25)
by Caleb EverettThis book introduces the reader to the current findings on linguistic relativity, and in so doing helps to answer one of the most vexing questions in the cognitive and social sciences: Does the language you speak affect how you think?
iOpener: What is a Government (iOpeners)
by Logan Everett Simon AdamsThis book for advanced readers covers everything you need to know about what governments do, early governments, types of government today, how governments are chosen, and what your role is. Diagrams, fun fact boxes, and photographs bring the subject to life, while a glossary, an index, and discussion questions aid in reading comprehension.Grade: 5Subject: World CulturesGenre: Informational TextComprehension Skill/Strategy: Classify/OrganizeDiagnostic Reading Assessment (DRA): 50Guided Reading Level: VLexile Level: 950LDK's iOpeners equip K-6 students with the skills and strategies they need to access and comprehend nonfiction so that they are not only learning to read but reading to learn. The combination of high-interest content and eye-popping photography of iOpeners brings science, math and social studies topics to life, raises student achievement in reading, and boosts standardized test scores.
I Used to Know That: Shakespeare
by Liz EversCapturing the unbelievable scope of Shakespeare's influence, this book covers the little-known details of Shakespeare's life along with the surprising legacy of the language and phrases inherited from his works. Organized for easy reference, sections include: Shakespeare's Life Who was this man--the playwright, the lover, the family man? Words and Phrases Owed to Shakespeare Did you know we have Shakespeare to thank for words such as "bandit," "fashionable," and "moonbeam" and the phrases "in my mind's eye," "in my heart of hearts," and "to thine own self be true"? His Theater and Plays Synopses of the most famous of his plays Character Glossary All the most memorable, infamous, and beloved characters from Shakespeare's collective works, including Beatrice, Julius Caesar, Ariel, Falstaff, Cleopatra, Othello, and Horatio Index of Famous Lines "Better a witty fool than a foolish wit" from Twelfth Night and "Tempt not a desperate man" from Romeo and Juliet Whether you're planning an appearance on Jeopardy or simply want to become a more interesting conversationalist, I Used to Know That: Shakespeare will provide you with hours of entertainment.
Reflections of God's Holy Land
by Eva Marie EversonDiscover the origin of the Word of God, and the Land of His Heartbeat in Reflections of God's Holy Land: A Personal Journey Through Israel. This unique armchair tour of Israel includes four-color photographs, related scriptures, historical and archaeological information about each area, and a description of what it looks and feels like to be there today. Providing more than a coffee table book of slick photographs, authors Everson and Feinberg-Vamosh (one Christian, one Jewish) enlighten readers with a deeper understanding of the land of Israel-the land that holds not only God's story but the story of His people. Features include: Beautiful photographs with cross-referenced scriptures of 40 significant biblical locations Historical and archaeological comment and present-day perspective Endorsements:"You've always wanted to go to the Holy Land, and this book will only deepen that longing. If for any reason you can't go, Reflections of God's Holy Land is the next best thing. You'll feel as if you've been there. Don't miss this." -Jerry B. Jenkins, Novelist"If you've been to Israel, this book will feel like a return trip. I highly recommend you settle in with a cup of something and experience the beauty and inspiration of these pages! I love it!!" -Marilyn Meberg, Women of Faith® Speaker & Author
What Does the Earth Sound Like?: 159 Astounding Science Quizzes
by Eva EverythingAn all-ages quiz book that makes learning science fun, from the Discovery Channel science quizmaster and author of What Does the Moon Smell Like? From the surprising science behind everyday life to the mysteries on the frontiers of scientific discovery, this quiz book explores anything and everything in a fun, user-friendly format. Topics include the Earth, the moon, and the stars; satellites and space travel; pets and other animals; nature and the environment; the brain and the body; and the psychology of food, behavior, success, and attraction. The introductions to each question are peppered with interesting tidbits of information, and the fascinating answers to these quiz questions are explained in detail and given full context. Whether used as an individual brain workout or as a fun game at social gatherings, What Does the Earth Sound Like? is smile-inducing and thought-provoking. &“Playful questions like those in What Does the Earth Sound Like? can provide important insights and understanding . . . Delightful.&” —Marty Hoffert, professor emeritus of physics, New York University Praise for What Does the Moon Smell Like? &“This is a great book. It became a popular table game in the summer holidays with two teams competing with all the questions. It makes an excellent change from celebrity trivia.&” —Peter Gabriel, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer &“Proving that science can be wildly fun with each new page, this book reads like a mad scientist&’s Trivial Pursuit . . . A book that will surely provide hours of thought-provoking and amusing entertainment.&” —Scene Magazine
Analytic Functions (Dover Books on Mathematics)
by M.A. EvgrafovThis highly regarded text is directed toward advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics who are interested in developing a firm foundation in the theory of functions of a complex variable. The treatment departs from traditional presentations in its early development of a rigorous discussion of the theory of multiple-valued analytic functions on the basis of analytic continuation. Thus it offers an early introduction of Riemann surfaces, conformal mapping, and the applications of residue theory. M. A. Evgrafov focuses on aspects of the theory that relate to modern research and assumes an acquaintance with the basics of mathematical analysis derived from a year of advanced calculus.Starting with an introductory chapter containing the fundamental results concerning limits, continuity, and integrals, the book addresses analytic functions and their properties, multiple-valued analytic functions, singular points and expansion in series, the Laplace transform, harmonic and subharmonic functions, extremal problems and distribution of values, and other subjects. Chapters are largely self-contained, making this volume equally suitable for the classroom or independent study.
101 Things to Know Before Getting a Dog: The Essential Guide to Preparing Your Family and Home for a Canine Companion
by Susan M. EwingStart out on the right paw with your four-legged friend by learning the essentials—from picking the right breed to preparing for emergencies, and more. If you&’re longing for the pitter-patter of four furry feet, you have some homework to do. When new dog owners aren&’t prepared, it&’s the dog who suffers, so it&’s very important to consider all angles of dog care and ownership before making the commitment. This book starts with the process of selecting a suitable dog for your home and lifestyle and goes on to discuss the present and future requirements of feeding, grooming, training, healthcare, and much more to fully educate prospective new dog owners.Inside 101 Things to Know before Getting a Dog . . .Advice on selecting a puppy or adult dog based on your family, living space, and lifestyleBuying a purebred from a breeder versus adopting from a shelter or rescue groupThe equipment and supplies you&’ll need before the dog comes homeGetting the dog acclimated to his new environmentFeeding, grooming, training, and healthcare for all life stagesKeeping your dog safe at home and awayIllustrations, charts, and checklists, to help you plan and prepare
77 Things to Know Before Getting a Cat: The Essential Guide to Preparing Your Family and Home for a Feline Companion
by Susan M. EwingA guide to what you need to know before bringing home a new feline friend, from selecting the best cat for you, to feeding, grooming, health care, and more.If you’re longing for the pitter-patter of four furry feet, you have some homework to do. When new cat owners aren’t prepared, it’s the cat who suffers, so it’s very important to consider all angles of cat care and ownership before making the commitment. This book starts with the process of selecting a suitable cat for your home and lifestyle and goes on to discuss the present and future requirements of feeding, grooming, training, healthcare, and much more to fully educate prospective new cat owners.Inside 77 Things to Know before Getting a Cat:–Advice on selecting a kitten or adult cat based on your family, living space, and lifestyle–Buying a purebred from a breeder versus adopting from a shelter or rescue group–The equipment and supplies you’ll need before the cat comes home–Getting the cat acclimated to his new environment–Feeding, grooming, training, and healthcare for all life stages–Keeping your cat safe at home and away–Illustrations, charts, and checklists, to help you plan and prepare“Featuring striking full-color photography throughout, [77 Things to Know Before Getting a Cat] lives up to its title as a thoroughly reader-friendly guide to getting ready for and caring for a cat.”—The Midwest Book Review
History: வரலாறு: தமிழ் போட்டித் தேர்வுக்கான 1000 கேள்வி பதில்
by Tamil Competitive Examஇதில் தமிழ் போட்டித் தேர்வில் வரலாறு பாடத்தில் கேட்கப்பட்ட 1000 கேள்வி மற்றும் பதில்கள் கொடுக்கப்பட்டுள்ளன.
Indian Polity: இந்திய அரசியல்: தமிழ் போட்டித் தேர்வுக்கான 1000 கேள்வி பதில்
by Tamil Competitive Examஇந்நூலில் இந்திய அரசியல் பற்றிய 1000 Q & A தமிழில் கொடுக்கப்பட்டுள்ளன.
Book Lovers Quotations (Quotation Giftbooks)
by Helen ExleyThis little collection of quotations will bring joy to those who love books. Here, in one small volume, is the quintessential wit of Groucho Marx, the hardhitting bluntness of Hemingway, the sarcasm of Bertrand Russell. Here are what the authors themselves feel about books: from Oscar Wilde and Mao Tse Tung, Solzhenitsyn and Dylan Thomas, to Thomas a Kempis and Anne Frank. Plus the thoughts of ordinary people about the role of books in their lives: 'Any new book read to fill an idle hour could send you to the ends of the earth, change your career, affirm or obliterate your faith. Be warned.' In Lavish art reproductions Readers and reading are shown as perceived by several artists. Works complement the meaning of the quotes. Image descriptions convey the people, objects and places depicted, the mood conveyed and the possible intent of the artists.
Cook's Quotations: A Collection of Fine Paintings and the Best Cooks' Quotes (Quotation Giftbooks)
by Helen ExleyA collection of beautiful fine art paintings and the best cooking quotations. It is an ideal gift for anyone who enjoys cooking. "Cooking is like love. It should be entered into with abandon or not at all." HARRIET VAN HORNE Paintings are described.