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The Phoenix and the Carpet: Large Print (Psammead Trilogy #2)
by E. Nesbit H. R. MillarTHIS IS THE SECOND BOOK IN THE PSAMMEAD TRILOGY, FOLLOWING FIVE CHILDREN AND IT Contains all of the original illustrations by H. R. Millar, beautifully reproduced.'For the egg was now red-hot, and inside it something was moving. Next moment there was a soft cracking sound; the egg burst in two, and out of it came a flame-coloured bird...'When a stone egg rolls out of the old rug that has been bought for the nursery, the children think nothing of it. A lovely glowing yellow, they place it on the mantelpiece to brighten up the room. But when the egg accidentally drops into the fire, a strange thing happens: out hatches a phoenix, resplendent in golden feathers - and very vain. If that weren't enough of a surprise, it tells them that their carpet is magic: it will take them to any place that they wish to visit - over their dusty London streets to the French coast, to tropical islands and an Indian bazaar. Guiding them throughout their adventures - though he's often more a hindrance than a help - is their new friend, the phoenix. 'The cheerful, child-centred anarchy of Five Children and It is still my inspiration and delight' Kate Saunders, Guardian'My all-time favourite classic children's author' Jacqueline Wilson'If Britain is to children's fantasy as Brazil is to football, then Edith Nesbit is our Pele - endlessly surprising and inventive. But she is more than that. There were fantasy writers before Edith Nesbit but she is the one that brought the magical and the mundane together in a moment of nuclear fusion. She opened the door in the magic wardrobe, pointed the way to platform nine and three quarters. She even had a hand in building the Tardis. And these are among her minor achievements. She is also simply the funniest writer we have ever had, while being the one who could most easily and sweetly break your heart with a phrase. Just try saying "Daddy oh my Daddy" without catching your breath. She made the magic worlds feel as near as the Lewisham Road and she bathed the Lewisham Road in magic' Frank Cottrell-Boyce This collection of the best in children's literature, curated by Virago, will be coveted by children and adults alike. These are timeless tales with beautiful covers, that will be treasured and shared across the generations. Some titles you will already know; some will be new to you, but there are stories for everyone to love, whatever your age. Our list includes Nina Bawden (Carrie's War, The Peppermint Pig), Rumer Godden (The Dark Horse, An Episode of Sparrows), Joan Aiken (The Serial Garden, The Gift Giving) E. Nesbit (The Psammead Trilogy, The Bastable Trilogy, The Railway Children), Frances Hodgson Burnett (The Little Princess,The Secret Garden) and Susan Coolidge (The What Katy Did Trilogy). Discover Virago Children's Classics.
The Phoenix in the Sky: Tales of Wonder and Wisdom from World Religions
by Indira AnanthakrishnanWhy does a prince give up everything in the search of truth?What can a little squirrel do to help Rama build a bridge acrossthe sea?How does a coat end up becoming a guest at a banquet?This fascinating collection of stories answers these questionsand more, while introducing you to the everyday wisdom ofancient scriptures.Handpicked from a range of texts – from the Mahabharata andthe Upanishads to the Bible and the Quran, from the Jatakasand Jain parables to Lao Tzu’s teachings – these are tales ofwise kings and wandering monks, of ordinary people and theirextraordinary deeds, of great escapes and mighty miracles, ofclever creatures and foolish gods.Heart-warming, uplifting and sprinkled with gentle wit, thesestories will comfort and inspire you every time you read them.
PHP Programming with MySQL
by Don GosselinAs the first true academic textbook in the market to combine PHP with MySQL, PHP Programming with MySQL, by Don Gosselin covers one of the fastest growing technology combinations for developing interactive Web sites.
PHP Programming with MySQL
by Don GosselinAs the first true academic textbook in the market to combine PHP with MySQL, PHP Programming with MySQL, by Don Gosselin covers one of the fastest growing technology combinations for developing interactive Web sites.
Physical Chemistry: A Molecular Approach
by Donald A. Mcquarrie John D. SimonThis book provides a contemporary approach to the study of physical chemistry. By beginning with quantum chemistry, students will learn the fundamental principles upon which all modern physical chemistry is built.
Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics
by James N. Spencer Richard S. Moog John J. FarrellDesigned to encourage active and collaborative learning in the physical chemistry classroom, this text is a collection of group activities (ChemActivities) that can accompany any physical chemistry text.
Physical Dysfunction Practice Skills For The Occupational Therapy Assistant
by Mary Beth EarlyAimed at students training to become occupational therapy assistants, this textbook teaches key techniques designed to help patients to participate in personally selected and valued occupations. It is assumed that students have already completed basic anatomy and physiology and foundation OT courses. The second edition has been revised to conform to the AOTA's Occupational Therapy Practice Framework.
Physical Examination of the Spine and Extremities
by Stanley HoppenfeldUseful to students and clinicians, this text covers the process of physical examination of the spine and extremities.
Physical Geology: Earth Revealed, Ninth Edition
by Diane H. Carlson Charles C. Plummer Lisa HammersleyThe ninth edition has been updated to include the most current information from the various sub-disciplines that comprise physical geology. The book's purpose is to clearly present geologic processes so that students can understand the logic of scientific methods. This text features an outstanding art program and a proven, accessible writing style.
The Physicist's World: The Story of Motion and the Limits to Knowledge
by Thomas GrissomHow do students learn about physics without picking up a 1,000-page textbook chock-full of complicated equations? The Physicist’s World is the answer. Here, Thomas Grissom explains clearly and succinctly what physics really is: the science of understanding how everything in the universe moves.From the earliest efforts by Presocratic philosophers contemplating motion to the principal developments of physics through the end of the twentieth century, Grissom tells the unfolding story of our attempt to quantify the material world and to conceptualize the nature of physical laws. Through the centuries, questions about why things move proved to be unanswerable in any absolute, satisfying way. Instead the question became how things move, a direction of thought that led to the rise of modern science. Physics emerged as a mathematical description of the motion of matter and energy, a description believed to be complete and exact, limited only by the precision of measurement. Grissom shows that in one of the great intellectual ironies, advancements in twentieth-century physics affirmed instead that this quantitative theory was capable of discovering its own limits. There is only so much that physics can reveal about the world. This is physics for the thinking person, especially students who enjoy learning concepts, histories, and interpretations without becoming mired in complex mathematical detail. A concise survey of the field of physics, Grissom’s book offers students and professionals alike a unique perspective on what physicists do, how physics is done, and how physicists view the world.
Physics (6th Edition)
by John D. Cutnell Kenneth W. JohnsonThis Sixth Edition helps readers understand the interrelationships among basic physics concepts and how they fit together to describe our physical world. Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the relevance of physics to our everyday lives. Real-world physics applications, including many biomedical applications, show how physics principles come into play over and over again in our lives. Problem Solving Insights explain each calculation in detail, guiding readers through the quantitative process Includes a CD containing physics simulations
Physics (7th Edition)
by Paul E. Tippens"Physics, Seventh Edition" is designed for the non-calculus physics course taken by students who are pursuing careers in science or engineering technology. Content is built through extensive use of examples with detailed solutions designed to develop students' problem-solving skills.
Physics and Music: The Science of Musical Sound (Dover Books on Physics)
by Donald H. White Harvey E. WhiteThis foundational text is written for students who want to go beyond the perceptual stage of music to learn how musical sound is created and perceived. It surveys a wide range of topics related to acoustics, beginning with a brief history of the art and science of music. Succeeding chapters explore the general principles of sound, musical scales, the primary ways in which sound can be generated, the characteristics of instruments, the use of mechanical and electronic recording devices, hi-fi stereophonic and quadraphonic sound, the design of electronic musical instruments, and architectural acoustics.Comprehensive yet accessible, Physics and Music includes over 300 diagrams, photographs, and tables. Each chapter concludes with questions, problems, and projects, in addition to references for further study. 1980 edition.
Physics By Inquiry: An Introduction to Physics and the Physical Sciences, Vol. 1
by Lillian C. Mcdermott Physics Education Group StaffThese volumes consist of a set of interactive based modules that offer a step-by-step introduction to physics and the physical sciences. Through an in-depth study of a few fundamental concepts, readers develop critical scientific reasoning skills. Volume 1 introduces basic physical ideas and includes topics which represent the essential background for the study of physical sciences.
Physics for the IB Diploma Second Edition
by Christopher Talbot John AllumProvide clear guidance to the 2014 changes and ensure in-depth study with accessible content, directly mapped to the new syllabus and approach to learning.This bestselling textbook contains all SL and HL content, which is clearly identified throughout. Options are available free online, along with appendices and data and statistics.- Improve exam performance, with exam-style questions, including from past papers- Integrate Theory of Knowledge into your lessons and provide opportunities for cross-curriculum study- Stretch more able students with extension activities- The shift to concept-based approach to learning , Nature of Science, is covered by providing a framework for the course with points for discussion - Key skills and experiments included - Full digital package - offered in a variety of formats so that you can deliver the course just how you like!
Physics for the IB Diploma Study and Revision Guide
by John AllumStretch your students to achieve their best grade with these year round course companions; providing clear and concise explanations of all syllabus requirements and topics, and practice questions to support and strengthen learning. - Consolidate revision and support learning with a range of exam practice questions and concise and accessible revision notes- Practise exam technique with tips and trusted guidance from examiners on how to tackle questions- Focus revision with key terms and definitions listed for each topic/sub topic
Physics for the IB MYP 4 & 5: By Concept
by Paul MorrisMYP by Concept is the only series for years 4 and 5 developed with the IB.Drive meaningful inquiry for the new framework through a unique concept driven narrative.- Supports every aspect of assessment with opportunities that use the criteria- Gives you easy ways to differentiate and extend learning- Provides a meaningful approach by integrating the inquiry statement in a global context- Develops critical-thinking skills with activities and summative sections rooted in the ATL frameworkAlso coming soon are Teaching and Learning Resources and eTextbooks via Dynamic Learning, our complete digital solution
Physics (Fourth Edition)
by John D. Cutnell Kenneth W. JohnsonThe book facilitates both learning and teaching processes. It aims at helping students develop conceptual understanding and use it for solving problems in areas like Thermal Physics, Magnetism, Light, Optics, Modern Physics etc.
Physics of Everyday Phenomena (Eighth Edition)
by W. Thomas Griffith Juliet W. BrosingThe Physics of Everyday Phenomena, Eighth Edition, introduces students to the basic concepts of physics using examples of common occurrences in everyday life. Intended for use in a one-semester or two-semester course in conceptual physics, this book is written in a narrative style, frequently using questions designed to draw the reader into a dialogue about the ideas of physics. This inclusive style allows the book to be used by anyone interested in exploring the nature of physics and explanations of everyday physical phenomena. Beginning students will benefit from the large number of student aids and the reduced math content. Professors will appreciate the organization of the material and the wealth of pedagogical tools.
Physics of the Human Body
by Richard P. McCallRichard P. McCall's fascinating book explains how basic concepts of physics apply to the fundamental activities and responses of the human body, a veritable physics laboratory. Blood pumping through our veins is a vital example of Poiseuille flow; the act of running requires friction to propel the runner forward; and the quality of our eyesight demonstrates how properties of light enable us to correct near- and far-sightedness. Each chapter discusses a fundamental physics concept and relates it to the anatomy and physiology of applicable parts of the body. Topics include motion, fluids and pressure, temperature and heat, speech and hearing, electrical behaviors, optics, biological effects of radiation, and drug concentrations. Clear and compelling, with a limited amount of math, McCall's descriptions allow readers of all levels to appreciate the physics of the human physique. Physics of the Human Body will help curious high school students, undergraduates with medical aspirations, and practicing medical professionals understand more about the underlying physics principles of the human body.
Physik
by Paul A. Tipler Gene Moscajenny WagnerDas Standardwerk in der rundum erneuerten Auflage - der gesamte Stoff bis zum Bachelor: jetzt auch mit spannenden Einblicken in die aktuelle Forschung! Verständlich, einprägsam, lebendig und die perfekte Prüfungsvorbereitung, mit unzähligen relevanten Rechenbeispielen und Aufgaben - dies ist Tiplers bekannte und beliebte Einführung in die Experimentalphysik. Klar und eingängig führt Tipler den Leser durch die physikalische Begriffs- und Formelwelt illustriert von unzähligen liebevoll gestalteten Farbgrafiken. Studienanfänger - egal, ob sie Physik im Hauptfach studieren oder ob es als Nebenfach auf dem Lehrplan steht - finden hier Schritt für Schritt den klar verständlichen Einstieg in die Physik mittels · Verständlicher Aufarbeitung des Prüfungsstoffes · Zahlreichen prüfungsrelevanten Übungsaufgaben · Anschaulichen Grafiken · Durchgehender Vierfarbigkeit · Übersichtlichem und farbkodiertem Layout · Ausgearbeiteten Beispielaufgaben, vom Text deutlich abgesetzt · Zusammenfassungen zu jedem Kapitel mit den wichtigsten Gesetzen und Formeln für jede Prüfung · Schlaglichtern, die aktuelle Themen aus Forschung und Anwendung illustrieren · Problemorientierter Einführung in die mathematischen Grundlagen. Aus dem Inhalt: Mechanik; Schwingungen und Wellen; Thermodynamik; Elektrizität und Magnetismus; Optik; Relativitätstheorie; Quantenmechanik; Atom- und Molekülphysik; Festkörperphysik und Teilchenphysik . Beispielaufgaben zum Nachvollziehen und zum selbst Üben vermitteln die notwendige Sicherheit für anstehende Klausuren und mündliche Prüfungen. Sämtliche Übungsaufgaben sind außerdem im Arbeitsbuch zu diesem Lehrbuch ausführlich besprochen und durchgerechnet. Erweitert wird der studienrelevante Inhalt um zahlreiche Kurzeinführungen in spannende aktuelle Forschungsgebiete verfasst von namhaften Forschern der deutschsprachigen Forschungslandschaft. Die Autoren Paul A. Tipler promovierte an der University of Illinois über die Struktur von Atomkernen. Seine ersten Lehrerfahrungen sammelte er an der Wesleyen University of Connecticut. Anschließend wurde er Physikprofessor an der Oakland University, wo er maßgeblich an der Entwicklung des Lehrplans für das Physikstudium beteiligt war. Inzwischen lebt er als Emeritus in Berkeley, California. Gene Mosca hat über viele Jahre Physikkurse an amerikanischen Universitäten (wie Emporia State, University of South Dakota, Annapolis) gegeben und Web-Kurse entwickelt. Als Koautor der dritten und vierten englischen Ausgabe hat er die Studentenmaterialien gestaltet. Jenny Wagner (Hrsg. ) . . . .
Physiological Basis of Aging and Geriatrics (Fourth Edition)
by Paola S. TimirasThis Fourth Edition offers a complete profile of the aging process at all levels, from molecules and cells to demography and evolution. The text includes aspects of individual, comparative, and differential aging, and discussions of theories and mechanisms of aging.
Physiology (Fifth Edition)
by Linda S. CostanzoThis book offers a comprehensive overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels.
Pick the Lock
by A.S. KingFrom Michael L. Printz Award winner A.S. King, a weird and insightful new novel about a girl intent on picking the lock of her toxic family.Jane Vandermaker-Cook would like her mother back. As Jane's mother tours the world to support the family, Jane lives and goes to school in a Victorian mansion with her younger brother and their mendacious father who confines Jane&’s mother to a system of pneumatic tubes whenever she&’s at home. And then there's weirdly ever-present Aunt Finch, Milorad the gardener, and his rat, Brutus. For Jane, this all seems normal until she suddenly gains access to the files for a lifetime of security-camera videos—her lifetime.A.S. King's latest surrealist masterpiece follows Jane&’s bizarre and brilliant journey to reconnect with her mother by breaking out of her shell and composing a punk opera.
Picture Us In The Light
by Kelly Loy Gilbert"Picture me madly in love with this moving, tender, unapologetically honest book."-Becky Albertalli, #1 best-selling author of Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Winner of the California Book Award and Stonewall Honor! Danny Cheng has always known his parents have secrets. But when he discovers a taped-up box in his father's closet filled with old letters and a file on a powerful Bay Area family, he realizes there's much more to his family's past than he ever imagined.Danny has been an artist for as long as he can remember and it seems his path is set, with a scholarship to RISD and his family's blessing to pursue the career he's always dreamed of. Still, contemplating a future without his best friend, Harry Wong, by his side makes Danny feel a panic he can barely put into words. Harry's and Danny's lives are deeply intertwined and as they approach the one-year anniversary of a tragedy that shook their friend group to its core, Danny can't stop asking himself if Harry is truly in love with his girlfriend, Regina Chan.When Danny digs deeper into his parents' past, he uncovers a secret that disturbs the foundations of his family history and the carefully constructed façade his parents have maintained begins to crumble. With everything he loves in danger of being stripped away, Danny must face the ghosts of the past in order to build a future that belongs to him.