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Advance Your Swagger
by Fonzworth Bentley"My manners were the first ingredient that set me apart from my peers," notes the suave and stylish Fonzworth Bentley, Sean "Diddy" Combs's former personal assistant and a celebrity in his own right. Now, in this one-of-a-kind book, Bentley shares his surefire strategies for success. Just how does a guy move from Atlanta to New York City without knowing a soul in the entertainment industry and become, in less than two years, the P. A. to one of the biggest moguls in hip-hop history? Bentley attributes his accomplishment to one key equation: Manners + Confidence + Style = Swagger. With this formula, Bentley transformed himself into an icon of unflappable grace, elegance, and good manners-and now he's on a mission to help you step up your game, advance your swagger, get ahead, and live out your dreams. Inside you'll learn everything you need to know about * manners and the magic of Please and Thank You * the art of eating well, from which glass to use to handling the napkin * the basics of fine dining, whether you're a host or a guest * the do's and "oh no you didn't's" of cell phones, e-mail, and text messaging * projecting confidence through your body language * the power of introductions, even when you can't remember someone's name * what to do before, during, and after a job interview * body maintenance, from hair to toes to pearly whites * the principles of timeless fashion, so you never go out of style * 15 things every man and 15 things every woman must have in his or her closet Plus "Bent Hints"-little things to keep in mind for any occasion. Though we seem to be in the midst of what Bentley calls "the Golden Age of Disrespect," he demonstrates how we can add a touch of class and dignity to our lives. He's here to make sure your color schemes are fly and your stance is stage-ready. Advance Your Swagger is the lifestyle book of the year.He's taken care of his world--now let Mr. Bentley whip yours into style.
Advance to Victory, 1918: Somme (Battleground Europe)
by Michael StedmanThe Battleground series is designed for both the battlefield visitor and the reader at home. For the former, this book is an invaluable guide and each site is described in detail. For everyone there are graphic descriptions of action, often through first-hand accounts, supported by illustrations, diagrams and maps.
Advanced Abacus
by Takashi KojimaThis volume is designed for the student desiring a greater understanding of the abacus and its calculative functions. The text provides thorough explanations of the advanced operations involving negative numbers, decimals, different units of measurement, and square roots. Diagrams illustrate bead manipulation, and numerous exercises provide ample practice. Concise and easy-to-follow, this book will improve your abacus skills and help you perform calculations with greater efficiency and precision.
Advanced Gunsmithing: A Manual of Instruction in the Manufacture, Alteration, and Repair of Firearms (75th Anniversary Edition)
by W. F. VickeryA historical landmark title on the practice of gunsmithing. Readers say it best: "This is the real deal. If you want to be a master gunsmith you need to understand how they did it in the past." Vickery’s clear and precise instruction covers gunsmithing essentials and techniques for both the amateur and professional smith. It is a valuable collector’s item for any firearm enthusiast. Classic and practical, Advanced Gunsmithing is a noteworthy companion to the gunsmither’s workbench. Rated 5.0 stars by customers in interested in Hobby books.
Advanced Homework for Grown-ups
by Beth Coates Elizabeth FoleyIf you paid attention to Homework for Grown-ups you should hopefully now have a grasp of the basics: know your chiasmus from your zeugma, your obliques from your acutes, and your Anne of Cleves from your Anne Boleyn. Now, sit up straight, and get your jotters and pencils out, because E Foley and B Coates are back to steer you through some of the more complicated elements of the curriculum and beyond.Advanced Homework for Grown-ups will revisit and refresh the core subjects of Maths, English, Science, Geography, History and Classics in a little more depth. This time, amongst other topics, they tackle logarithms, unlock the secrets of semantics, and explore the Agrarian Revolution, with a mix of really useful information and entertainingly esoteric material. In addititon, new subjects enter the timetable: Music, Modern Languages, Economics, Politics, Philosophy and Psychology, as well as Design and Drama.Packed with fun practical excercises and, of course, examination papers for the competitive, Advanced Homework for Grown-ups will be the perfect gift.
Advanced Research Methods: A Practical Guide for Social Research Projects
by Catherine DawsonThis book is suitable for research in social science subjects such as sociology and psychology; humanities subjects such as history and human geography; education, nursing and related fields. It guides the researcher through each stage of the research process and covers issues such as:Generating ideas and justifying the topic.Colecting and analysing data.Producing a thesis and passing a viva.Csting the project and obtaining funding.It also provides practical information along with examples, tips and exercises that will help to move a project forward.
Advanced Research Methods: A Practical Guide for Social Research Projects
by Dr Catherine DawsonThis book is suitable for research in social science subjects such as sociology and psychology; humanities subjects such as history and human geography; education, nursing and related fields. It guides the researcher through each stage of the research process and covers issues such as:Generating ideas and justifying the topic.Colecting and analysing data.Producing a thesis and passing a viva.Csting the project and obtaining funding.It also provides practical information along with examples, tips and exercises that will help to move a project forward.
Advanced Software Testing - Vol. 3
by Rex Black Jamie L MitchellThis book is written for the technical test analyst who wants to achieve advanced skills in test analysis, design, and execution. With a hands-on, exercise-rich approach, this book teaches you how to define and carry out the tasks required to put a test strategy into action. Learn how to analyze the system, taking into account the technical aspects and quality characteristics. Additionally, learn how to evaluate system requirements and designs as part of formal and informal reviews, using an understanding of the underlying technology. You will be able to analyze, design, implement, and execute tests, using risk considerations to determine the appropriate effort and priority for tests. You will also learn how to report on testing progress and provide necessary evidence to support your evaluations of system quality. With a quarter-century of software and systems engineering experience, author Rex Black is President of RBCS; is a leader in software, hardware, and systems testing; and is the most prolific author practicing in the field of software testing today. He published several books on testing that sold tens of thousands of copies worldwide. He is President of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) and is a Director of the American Software Testing Qualifications Board (ASTQB). This book will help you prepare for the ISTQB Advanced Technical Test Analyst exam. Included are sample exam questions, at the appropriate level of difficulty, for most of the learning objectives covered by the ISTQB Advanced Level syllabus. The ISTQB certification program is the leading software tester certification program in the world. With about 100,000 certificate holders and a global presence in 50 countries, you can be confident in the value and international stature that the Advanced Technical Test Analyst certificate can offer you. Related books: Vol. 1: Guide to the ISTQB Advanced Certification as an Advanced Test Analyst (ISBN 978-1-933952-19-2) Vol. 2: Guide to the ISTQB Advanced Certification as an Advanced Test Manager (ISBN 978-1-933952-36-9)
Advanced Statistics for Physical and Occupational Therapy
by Thomas Gus AlmonroederAdvanced Statistics for Physical and Occupational Therapy explains the basis for statistical analyses that are commonly used to answer clinical research questions related to physical and occupational therapy. This textbook provides a resource to help students and faculty in physical and occupational therapy graduate programs understand the basis for common statistical analyses and be able to apply these techniques in their own research. This textbook provides readers with the basis for common statistical analyses, including t-tests, analysis of variance, regression, and nonparametric tests. Each chapter includes step-by-step tutorials with corresponding example data sets explaining how to conduct these statistical analyses using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software and the Excel Analysis ToolPak, as well as how to identify and interpret relevant output and report results. Advanced Statistics for Physical and Occupational Therapy is key reading for students in physical therapy, occupational therapy, sport performance, and sport rehabilitation graduate programs as well as students in athletic training courses, applied statistics in sport, and research methods in sport modules. This new text will also be of interest to practicing clinicians who hope to better understand the research they are reading and/or are interested in starting to conduct their own clinical research.
Advanced Survival: A Guide to the Self-Reliance Revolution
by James C. JonesWhile self-reliance is often treated simply as a form of higher level survival preparedness, it is different in both psychology and execution. <P><P>Preparing and surviving imply a threat to life that must be endured in order to recover and rebuild as life was before the event. While prepping is certainly key to getting through the serious threats of the twenty-first century, it will only get you so far. <P><P>True self-reliance depends on making it through whatever obstacle you face, but also takes you to an improved place once the crisis has passed. <P><P>Advanced Survival is a blueprint for the journey from dependence to independence, filled with practical how-to information and time-tested wisdom about food, water, shelter, medicine, sanitation, transportation, energy, home- and self-defense, and much more. So what are you waiting for? <P><P>Learn what you need to know to get through any disaster . . . whenever it strikes.
Advances in Chromatography: Volume 38 (Advances In Chromatography Ser.)
by Phyllis R. Brown; Eli Grushka"Volume 38 covers band dispersion in chromatography; structural stochastic concepts, applications to peak shape analysis, and the characteristic function method in the stochastic theory of chromatography; the capabilities and applications of solvating gas chromatography; and more."
Advances in Computational Social Science: The Fourth World Congress (Agent-Based Social Systems #11)
by Takao Terano Ryuichi Yamamoto Shu-Heng Chen Chung-Ching TaiThis volume is a post-conference publication of the 4th World Congress on Social Simulation (WCSS), with contents selected from among the 80 papers originally presented at the conference. WCSS is a biennial event, jointly organized by three scientific communities in computational social science, namely, the Pacific-Asian Association for Agent-Based Approach in Social Systems Sciences (PAAA), the European Social Simulation Association (ESSA), and the Computational Social Science Society of the Americas (CSSSA). It is, therefore, currently the most prominent conference in the area of agent-based social simulation. The papers selected for this volume give a holistic view of the current development of social simulation, indicating the directions for future research and creating an important archival document and milestone in the history of computational social science. Specifically, the papers included here cover substantial progress in artificial financial markets, macroeconomic forecasting, supply chain management, bank networks, social networks, urban planning, social norms and group formation, cross-cultural studies, political party competition, voting behavior, computational demography, computational anthropology, evolution of languages, public health and epidemics, AIDS, security and terrorism, methodological and epistemological issues, empirical-based agent-based modeling, modeling of experimental social science, gaming simulation, cognitive agents, and participatory simulation. Furthermore, pioneering studies in some new research areas, such as the theoretical foundations of social simulation and categorical social science, also are included in the volume.
Advances in Geoeconomics (Europa Economic Perspectives)
by J Mark MunozWhile geopolitics has captured global attention, geoeconomics is the often hidden force that governs countries’ relationships. It is the economic psyche that shapes the new world order. Geoeconomics refers to the intersection of economic factors, relationships and conditions on global events. A country’s political and business alignments have an impact on individuals, companies and on future economic stability. This book assembles leading scholars and experts from around the world to advance current thinking on geoeconomics. It is a thorough and authoritative reference work on world economics that aims to shape strategy formulation in business and government for years to come by expanding understanding on the topic of geoeconomics, analyzing the implications of international geoeconomic events, and providing the reader with theoretical and practical approaches on the management of geoeconomics. Geoeconomic concepts in this book will prove timely and highly insightful to students, academics, executives, entrepreneurs, government officials, consultants and policymakers.
Advances in High-Order Predictive Modeling: Methodologies and Illustrative Problems (Advances in Applied Mathematics)
by Dan Gabriel CacuciContinuing the author’s previous work on modeling, this book presents the most recent advances in high-order predictive modeling. The author begins with the mathematical framework of the 2nd-BERRU-PM methodology, an acronym that designates the “second-order best-estimate with reduced uncertainties (2nd-BERRU) predictive modeling (PM).” The 2nd-BERRU-PM methodology is fundamentally anchored in physics-based principles stemming from thermodynamics (maximum entropy principle) and information theory, being formulated in the most inclusive possible phase-space, namely the combined phase-space of computed and measured parameters and responses.The 2nd-BERRU-PM methodology provides second-order output (means and variances) but can incorporate, as input, arbitrarily high-order sensitivities of responses with respect to model parameters, as well as arbitrarily high-order moments of the initial distribution of uncertain model parameters, in order to predict best-estimate mean values for the model responses (i.e., results of interest) and calibrated model parameters, along with reduced predicted variances and covariances for these predicted responses and parameters.
Advances in Industrial Mixing
by North American Mixing Forum Arthur W. Etchells III David S. Dickey Suzanne M. Kresta Victor A. Atiemo-ObengAdvances in Industrial Mixing is a companion volume and update to the Handbook of Industrial Mixing. The second volume fills in gaps for a number of industries that were not covered in the first edition. Significant changes in five of the fundamental areas are covered in entirely updated or new chapters. The original text is provided as a searchable pdf file on the accompanying USB. This book explains industrial mixers and mixing problems clearly and concisely. Gives practical insights by the top professionals in the field, combining industrial design standards with fundamental insight. Details applications in 14 key industries. Six of these are new since the first edition. Provides the professional with information he/she did not receive in school. Five completely rewritten chapters on mixing fundamentals where significant advances have happened since the first edition and seven concise update chapters which summarize critical technical information.
Advances in Luxury Brand Management (Journal of Brand Management: Advanced Collections)
by Jean-Noël Kapferer Joachim Kernstock Shaun M. Powell Tim Oliver BrexendorfPresenting some of the most significant research on the modern understanding of luxury, this edited collection of articles from the Journal of Brand Management explores the complex relationships consumers tie with luxury, and the unique characteristics of luxury brand management. Covering the segmentation of luxury consumers worldwide, the specificity of luxury management, the role of sustainability for luxury brands and major insights from a customer point of view, Advances in Luxury Brand Management is essential reading for upper level students as well as scholars and discerning practitioners.
Advances in National Brand and Private Label Marketing: Second International Conference, 2015 (Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics)
by Francisco J. Martínez-López Juan Carlos Gázquez-Abad Raj SethuramanThis book presents the latest research and recent studies in the field of national brand and private label marketing. It covers a wide range of topics, including retailing, marketing, general business, psychology, economics and statistics. It addresses diverse areas of application, such as brand naming and packaging decisions, price elasticity, positioning, branding, consumer motivation, online communities, economic crisis, strategies in growth and mature private labels. The contributions are organized according to the following themes: consumer behaviour, strategic decisions, branding, market trends and theoretical research. The book presents a collection of original, rigorous and relevant contributions from the 2015 National Brands and Private Label Marketing conference in Barcelona.
Advances in Research Methods for Information Systems Research: Data Mining, Data Envelopment Analysis, Value Focused Thinking (Integrated Series in Information Systems #34)
by Kweku-Muata Osei-Bryson Ojelanki NgwenyamaAdvances in social science research methodologies and data analytic methods are changing the way research in information systems is conducted. New developments in statistical software technologies for data mining (DM) such as regression splines or decision tree induction can be used to assist researchers in systematic post-positivist theory testing and development. Established management science techniques like data envelopment analysis (DEA), and value focused thinking (VFT) can be used in combination with traditional statistical analysis and data mining techniques to more effectively explore behavioral questions in information systems research. As adoption and use of these research methods expand, there is growing need for a resource book to assist doctoral students and advanced researchers in understanding their potential to contribute to a broad range of research problems. Advances in Research Methods for Information Systems Research: Data Mining, Data Envelopment Analysis, Value Focused Thinking focuses on bridging and unifying these three different methodologies in order to bring them together in a unified volume for the information systems community. This book serves as a resource that provides overviews on each method, as well as applications on how they can be employed to address IS research problems. Its goal is to help researchers in their continuous efforts to set the pace for having an appropriate interplay between behavioral research and design science.
Advances in the Study of Greek: New Insights for Reading the New Testament
by D. A. Carson Constantine R. CampbellAdvances in the Study of Greek offers an introduction to issues of interest in the current world of Greek scholarship. Those within Greek scholarship will welcome this book as a tool that puts students, pastors, professors, and commentators firmly in touch with what is going on in Greek studies. Those outside Greek scholarship will warmly receive Advances in the Study of Greek as a resource to get themselves up to speed in Greek studies. Free of technical linguistic jargon, the scholarship contained within is highly accessible to outsiders.Advances in the Study of Greek provides an accessible introduction for students, pastors, professors, and commentators to understand the current issues of interest in this period of paradigm shift.
Advancing Your Photography: Secrets to Making Photographs that You and Others Will Love
by Marc SilberThe author of Create presents &“an all-in-one, easily accessible handbook . . . [that] will show you how the pros do it. Study this and take your best shot&” (Chase Jarvis, award-winning photographer). In Advancing Your Photography, Marc Silber provides the definitive handbook that will take you through the entire process of becoming an accomplished photographer. From teaching you the basics to exploring the stages of the full &“cycle of photography,&” Silber makes it easy for you to master the art form and create stunning pictures. From thousands of hours of interviews with professional photography masters, you will learn valuable insights and tips on beginner, amateur, landscape, wedding, lifestyle, sports, animal, portrait, still life, and iPhone photography. Advancing Your Photography features: · Top tips for making outstanding photographs from iconic photographers and many other leading professional photography masters of today · Numerous step-by-step examples · Guidance on training your eye to see composition with emotional impact · Tips on mastering the key points of operating your camera like a pro · Secrets to processing your images to professional standards Photography and the technology associated with it are constantly evolving, but the fundamentals remain the same. Advancing Your Photography will help to bring you the joy and satisfaction of a lifetime of pursuing the art of photography.
Advancing and Negotiating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A Practical Toolkit
by Frank V. Zerunyan Yann DuzertAdvancing and Negotiating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) presents a negotiation framework based on the principles of network/collaborative governance in implementing UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Trialed in the classroom and workplace, the practical toolkit gives you the tools necessary for facilitating future collaboration and knowledge transfer to all those working to strengthen the formulation, implementation, and achievement of SDG-oriented policies. Advancing and Negotiating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is essential reading for those interested in a better and more sustainable future for all.
Adventure Bible Guide: Explore the Stories, People, and Places of Every Book in the Bible (Adventure Bible)
by ZondervanExplore the Bible like never before! This companion to the bestselling Adventure Bible gives young readers the key details of every book of the Bible at their fingertips. With kid-friendly overviews of Genesis through Revelation and full-color infographics, maps, and images, children will strengthen their faith and gain a deeper understanding of the most important story ever told.The Adventure Bible Guide takes readers 8–12 on a fun-filled, informative journey toward truly understanding God&’s Word. This immersive reference guide gives clear, crisp insights into the Bible book by book, including:key details and events that are clearly laid out, in words kids can easily understandcolorful infographics that include historical information, significant events and details, and important biblical characterscallouts with fun facts and key takeawaysmaps that help readers understand where each part of the Bible occurredimages of artifacts and important places that help bring the Bible to lifeThis book is made to be used alongside the Bible to help readers better comprehend the context and background of God&’s Word, condensing the most important information in a highly visual, easy-to-understand format, which in turn helps kids connect with the Bible text in new and deeper ways.The Adventure Bible Guide is:perfect for kids 8–12 learning to explore the Bible on their owna great resource for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers to use to engage students in the Bible and biblical historypart of the wider Adventure Bible line, which includes NIV Adventure Bible, Adventure Bible Book of Devotions,?and The Adventure Bible Book of Daring Deeds and Epic Creations
Adventure, Mystery, and Romance: Formula Stories As Art And Popular Culture
by John G. CaweltIn this first general theory for the analysis of popular literary formulas, John G. Cawelti reveals the artistry that underlies the best in formulaic literature. Cawelti discusses such seemingly diverse works as Mario Puzo's The Godfather, Dorothy Sayers's The Nine Tailors, and Owen Wister's The Virginian in the light of his hypotheses about the cultural function of formula literature. He describes the most important artistic characteristics of popular formula stories and the differences between this literature and that commonly labeled "high" or "serious" literature. He also defines the archetypal patterns of adventure, mystery, romance, melodrama, and fantasy, and offers a tentative account of their basis in human psychology.
Adventures in Cryptozoology Volume 1: Hunting for Yetis, Mongolian Deathworms, and Other Not-So-Mythical Monsters (Adventures In Cryptozoology Ser.)
by Richard FreemanDiscover the history and science behind these (not so) imaginary creatures—and how to search for them yourself. Cryptozoology, the study of hidden, monstrous, and legendary animals, is truly the art of discovering the unknown. Richard Freeman, Zoological Director of Centre for Fortean Zoology, has explored the corners of the five continents in search of creatures that many people believe are non-existent. In this book, he shares the exciting stories of his investigations of the Yeti, Mongolian Deathworm, Loch Ness Monster, Orang-Pendak, Ninki-Naka, and more. Cryptozoologists throughout the years have studied unknown species of reptiles, lake and sea creatures, apes, and hominins. The science and history of this field of study includes examples of creatures that were once thought to be mythological, but that have since been proven to exist. If you&’re ready to begin your search for Sasquatch and learn to hunt monsters, Adventures in Cryptozoology is your guide. In these pages you&’ll find: · Tales of mythical, extinct, and out-of-place creatures · Hints about Bigfoot and other ape-men · And tips for equipping your own cryptozoology adventure, including all the gear, field craft, and resources you&’ll need to record your findings
Adventures in Edible Plant Foraging: Finding, Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Native and Invasive Wild Plants
by Karen MongerPurchasing vegetables and leafy greens can become rather pricy. Moreover store-bought greens often contain unhealthy pesticides and chemicals that can be harmful to your health. Foraging for wild plants is a cost effective and healthy alternative. Harvested wild plants are cheaper, and much healthier with a significantly higher nutritional value than what you typically purchase in grocery stores contain. On top of that, harvesting your own plants will force you to get out, exercise, and explore the great outdoors, which is an excellent way to stay fit and spend time with your family. Written with novice foragers in mind, Adventures in Edible Plant Foraging, serves as a simplified guide to edible plants that can be found throughout North America, and includes a glossary of botanical terms. This all encompassing guide will teach you how to prepare for your first foray into foraging--what to bring and what to watch out for--and show you how to identify various edible wild plants native to your own backyard, the forest, fields and the sandy shores along lakes and beaches. With over 90 full color photographs and 20 recipes for soups, salads, muffins, desserts, and more, this book is a must have for anyone looking to save money and begin their first expedition into foraging.