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Harlequin Presents Summer Beach Reads Collection
by Kate Hewitt Heidi Rice Lela May WightWhen these Alpha billionaires are around, it&’s not just the sun that&’s sizzling… Dream locations, sky-high heat and pleasure guaranteed! Dive into three full-length jet-setting romances from Harlequin Presents – perfect for summer beach reading.REVENGE IN PARADISEby Heidi RiceRoman Garner rose from poverty-stricken boy to billionaire. Yet no amount of money can temper his anger toward the family that refused to acknowledge him. Discovering a member of the household, Milly Devlin, has accidentally hijacked his luxury superyacht could be used to his advantage…Alone and speeding toward his private Italian island, Roman didn&’t bank on innocent Milly&’s ability to disarm him with vulnerability, thrill him with desire…and challenge him at every turn! But is it still possible to even the score if you sleep with the enemy?ITALIAN WIFE WANTED by Lela May Wight Waitress Emma&’s purely-for-passion marriage to Dante Cappetta had no place for love. She&’d seen how chasing it destroyed her mother. So, when Emma realized she wanted more than mutually assured desire, she left. Only, an accident leaves her unable to remember that…Now he&’s found her, cynical CEO Dante plans to remind Emma just how perfectly their arrangement serves them both by whisking her to Japan. But if their unparalleled chemistry wasn&’t enough to make her stay before, how many of his walls must he tear down to win back his wife?SPANIARD&’S WAITRESS WIFEby Kate HewittA cocktail waitress and a Spanish aristocrat? Their passionate whirlwind romance had everyone convinced—until Mia ran away weeks into their marriage, after a painful loss created an emotional chasm they couldn&’t cross. But Santos has finally found her…Vows are forever, as far as Santos is concerned. He insists Mia come home to Seville, but she carries too much heartbreak to return. Santos changes tack, using desire rather than demands to reclaim his runaway wife. But he must confront their past and expose his own vulnerabilities, for Mia to trust him with hers…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Essentials of Comparative Politics with Cases (Eighth AP® Edition)
by Patrick H. O'Neil Suzanne Bailey Andrew Conneen James WehrliAP® Comparative Government’s most trusted teaching tool. Written by AP® summer institute leaders and content experts, Essentials of Comparative Politics with Cases gives students a seamless introduction to the concepts and case studies they need to know and gives instructors the tools to teach the way they want. The new Eighth AP® Edition is designed specifically for the AP® course, with built-in practice and resources crafted by leading AP® teachers. Valued for its consistent framework for making comparisons and its clear and contemporary coverage, Essentials of Comparative Politics with Cases is AP® Comparative Government’s most trusted teaching tool. New to the Eighth AP® Edition: NEW AP® Comparative Government Skills Handbook gives a foundation for self-guided study and introduces students to the AP® course’s big ideas and disciplinary practices NEW AP® Multiple-Choice questions in every concept chapter are assignable and auto graded in the Norton Illumine Ebook NEW Check Your Understanding questions connect to the book’s core objectives and motivate students to self-assess NEW Dynamic Data Figures are assignable and self-grading, challenging students to make sense of trends illustrated by data NEW coverage of the methods used by comparativists to answer contemporary questions in the discipline The updated AP® Test Bank features nearly 1,200 questions, including over 450 AP®-style questions The updated AP® Course-Planning and Pacing Guide includes lessons, activities, assessments, and suggestions for teaching by theme or by country This purchase offers access to the digital ebook only.
Restless Infections: Public Art and a Transforming City
by Jay PatherRestless Infections is a collection of critical essays exploring artistic interventions in urban spaces, focusing on place-making and the politics of space in South Africa. The writers examine seminal artworks by South African artists, addressing diverse forms of expression such as site-specific performances, immersive installations, film, photography, and online performances.The book is divided into three sections: The Restless City, Public Art for Multiple Publics, and Land, Home, Belonging. It introduces new perspectives on public sphere performance, such as Khanyisile Mbongwa’s re-imagining of township alleyways for public encounters and Mbongeni Mtshali’s study of everyday performances that challenge colonial and neo-colonial spatial organization.The title, Restless Infections, is derived from the popular Infecting the City public art festival, symbolizing the persistent state of restlessness in a city still grappling with the legacies of colonialism, inequality, and racial segregation. This restlessness is tied to a desire for economic and political stability, expressed through transient art forms like Santu Mofokeng’s billboard photography.The book shifts the focus of public art discourse in South Africa from static forms like monuments and statues to dynamic, temporary interventions that question the concept of publicness. These interventions engage with protest, public intimacy, audience interaction, and the disrupted topography of apartheid cities.As the first scholarly volume to read public spheres through a multi- and interdisciplinary lens, Restless Infections argues that the diverse artistic modes explored are essential to understanding the complexities of publicness in South Africa.
Sanditon (Hesperus Classics)
by Jane Austen A. C. GraylingThe last of Austen's fictional works, written in the year before her death when she was gravely ill, Sanditon affords a glimpse of the ultimate creative powers and preoccupations of one of the greatest figures in English literature.
Britain in the 1970s: The Troubled Economy (Routledge Revivals)
by Richard Coopey Nicholas WoodwardBritain in the 1970s (1996) provides an objective appraisal of the workings and failings of the British economy in the 1970s. Seen as a turning point in the postwar economy, the 1970s have come under increasing attention from historians, economists and political scientists. By examining the decade from a number of directions, this book confronts debates about, for example, the decline of economic performance, the origins of monetarism and deregulation, the role of inflation, and the importance of external forces in shaping the British economy. Other issues addressed include the development of economic opinion; industrial policy; mergers and acquisitions; union relations; entry into the Common Market; and the defence economy.
New Directions: Ways of Advance for the Amateur Theatre (Routledge Revivals)
by Peter Burton David LaneNew Directions (1970) is a handbook for amateur dramatists packed with ideas and practical advice on production, choosing plays, improvisation, make-up, costumes, street drama, scenery and documentaries. The authors offer choices of solutions to problems, and suggest ways to experiment and improvise.
Mountaineering in the Alps: An Historical Survey (Routledge Revivals)
by Claire Eliane EngelMountaineering in the Alps (1971) examines the two centuries of alpineering where mountaineering as we know it today was first invented and developed. It traces the first beginnings of the sport, as intrepid explorers ventured into the Alps, all the way up to the new developments of the late twentieth century.
The Study of Political Behaviour (Routledge Revivals)
by David ButlerThe Study of Political Behaviour (1958) shows the lines along which political research has developed, both in Britain and in other countries. It looks at ways of studying voter preferences and choice, party allegiance, analyst expertise and polling accuracy.
Man, Decisions, Society: The Theory of Actor-System Dynamics for Social Scientists (Routledge Revivals)
by Thomas Baumgartner Tom R. Burns Philippe DeVilleIn Man, Decisions, Society (1985) the authors offer an innovative approach to social science research: a new methodology, actor-system dynamics, makes possible a more effective analysis of modern societal developments and problems. Using flow charts, this methodology brings out the critical aspects of social phenomena, making complex processes visible and comprehensible.
Romanesque Sculpture in Italy (Routledge Revivals)
by G.H. CrichtonRomanesque Sculpture in Italy (1954) is a comprehensive analysis of the resurgence of sculpture in Italy. The variety of the political, economic and racial conditions which existed in Italy towards the end of the eleventh century led to a corresponding diversity in the renaissance of sculpture, with each region showing the impress of local circumstances.
Short Studies in the Nature of Music (Routledge Revivals)
by Herbert AntcliffeShort Studies in the Nature of Music (1920) examines the origin and nature of music, prompting lines of thought for greater analysis. It touches on human nature, the arts and their importance to human life, and the sciences of psychology and sociology.
Sunshades in October: An Analysis of the Main Mistakes in British Economic Policy Since the Mid Nineteen-Fifties (Routledge Revivals)
by Norman MacraeSunshades in October (1963) argues that under certain circumstances economic domestic restraint will in fact do precisely the opposite. This went against British economic policy of the time, based on the assumption that a restraint on domestic demand must always serve, in some measure, to ease the problems of securing sufficient exports and of containing cost inflation.
The Member of Parliament and the Administration: The Case of the Select Committee on Nationalized Industries (Routledge Revivals)
by David CoombesThe Member of Parliament and the Administration (1966) looks at some vital aspects of the work of the backbench Member of Parliament. It is based on an intensive study, undertaken by documentary research and interviews, of the Select Committee on Nationalized Industries, for a decade from its inception in 1956. This Committee was one of the chief means by which the nationalized industries were made accountable to Parliament.
Migration, Aging and Japan's Sustainable Society (Routledge Contemporary Japan Series)
by Igor Saveliev Natalie-Anne HallThis book analyzes the relationship between migration and social sustainability in Japan and examines the transformation of its foreign-national and ethnic minority population over the past thirty years while critically assessing Japan’s immigration and integration policies and their domestic and inter-regional social effects.
Human-Computer Interaction: Thematic Area, HCI 2025, Held as Part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden, June 22–27, 2025, Proceedings, Part III (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15768)
by Masaaki Kurosu Ayako HashizumeThis seven-volume set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Human Computer Interaction thematic area of the 27th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2025, held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025. The HCI Thematic Area constitutes a forum for scientific research and addressing challenging and innovative topics in Human-Computer Interaction theory, methodology and practice, including, for example, novel theoretical approaches to interaction, novel user interface concepts and technologies, novel interaction devices, UI development methods, environments and tools, multimodal user interfaces, emotions in HCI, aesthetic issues, HCI and children, evaluation methods and tools, and many others.
The PRISMAS Group Therapy Handbook: A Brief Intervention Integrating Affirmative and Schema Therapy for Sexual and Gender Minorities
by Bruno Luiz Cardoso Ana Clara BragaThis handbook presents and describes how to apply the PRISMAS Group Therapy, a brief intervention that combines Affirmative and Schema Therapy for Sexual and Gender Minorities (SGM). PRISMAS is a new therapeutic intervention that builds upon the concepts of Schema Therapy to create a brief group intervention aimed at helping SGM cope with the stress and prejudice they have internalized by living in societies that stigmatize and attack the LGBTQIA+ community. This intervention manual provides a detailed breakdown of the 12 therapeutic sessions in which the intervention is organized, showing practitioners how to conduct it. The PRISMAS Group Therapy Handbook: A Brief Intervention Integrating Affirmative and Schema Therapy for Sexual and Gender Minorities will be an invaluable resource for psychotherapists, clinical psychologists and other mental health professionals working with Sexual and Gender Minorities. &“While Schema Therapy offers a broad range of applications, there remains a gap in understanding how its principles apply to minority groups, including LGBTQIA+ individuals. Bruno&’s work in this area is groundbreaking. His research on minority stress and the inner critic (oppressive sociocultural) schema mode sheds light on how societal influences shape individual experiences, schemas, and modes.&” – Wendy Behary, Former President, The International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST) &“Bruno and Ana present a framework that is both sexual and gender affirming. It resonates across borders by addressing the shared experiences of minority stress, internalized oppression, and systemic barriers faced by SGM communities worldwide. By bridging societal oppression with individual healing, their approach fully leverages the integrative potential of Schema Therapy. Bruno and Ana&’s work is a gift to the field of psychotherapy.&” – Xi Liu, Co-Director, SchemXcollective: Integrative Schema Institute Sydney, Australia The original manuscript of this book was written in Portuguese and translated into English with the help of artificial intelligence. A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content.
Proceedings of the VII Ibero-American Congress of Smart Cities, ICSC-Cities 2024, 12–14 November, San Carlos, Costa Rica: Energy Applications in Smart Cities (Springer Proceedings in Energy)
by Diego Rossit Carlos Enrique Torres-Aguilar Pedro Moreno-BernalThis book compiles high-quality selected papers from the VII Ibero-American Congress of Smart Cities (ICSC-CITIES 2024), a leading event in the field of smart urban development. Smart cities are a response to the increasingly urgent need to reorient our lives towards sustainability. In an era of rapid urbanization and growing environmental challenges, these cities are designed to optimize resources, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the overall quality of life for their citizens. By leveraging advanced infrastructure, innovative solutions, and cutting-edge technology, smart cities aim to create more efficient, resilient, and livable urban environments. Within this framework, energy plays a pivotal role in enhancing the sustainability and functionality of our cities. The papers explore a wide range of topics, including smart grids, electric systems, energy efficiency, urban mobility, environmental monitoring, and other areas critical to the development of sustainable cities. The insights and research presented in this book contribute to the ongoing dialogue on how cities can better serve their populations while addressing the challenges of climate change, resource management, and technological integration. ICSC-CITIES 2024 takes place on November 12-14, 2024, in the vibrant city of San Carlos, Costa Rica, and is organized by Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC). As the eighth edition of the Ibero-American Congress of Smart Cities, this conference continues to be a key platform for academics, professionals, and policymakers to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate on the future of urban living. Authors invite the academic community and industry experts to engage in discussions and contribute to shaping the energy-related aspects and overall development of the cities of tomorrow.
Culture of Action: Contributions to Ernest Edouard Boesch’s Psychology (Theory and History in the Human and Social Sciences)
by Enno Freiherr von FircksThe present work introduces innovative research on Symbolic Action Theory, blending theoretical insights with practical applications in psychology. It revisits Ernest Boesch's foundational concepts in Symbolic Action Theory and proposes further advancements in the field. These contributions pave the way for theoretical refinements as well as applied research aimed at enriching clinical, educational, and life-philosophical interventions both within and beyond academic contexts. This book is designed to engage psychologists from diverse specialties while also serving as a valuable resource for practitioners operating in clinical and non-clinical settings alike.
Precision Agricultural Aviation Application Technology (Agriculture Automation and Control)
by Yubin LanModern technologies and information tools can be used to maximize agricultural aviation productivity, allowing for precision application of agrochemical products. This book reviews and summarizes state-of-the-art precision agricultural aviation technologies that include remote sensing, aerial spraying and ground verification technologies. Furthermore, the author discusses the future of precision agricultural aviation technology with emphasis on key development directions in real-time image processing, variable-rate spraying, multi-sensor data fusion and RTK differential positioning, and other supporting technologies for UAV-based aerial spraying. This book serves as a reference for industry professionals by summarizing the history and achievements of UAV-based technologies, and encourages further development of precision agricultural aviation technologies. It is the 8th title of the "Agriculture Automation and Control" book series published by Springer.
Information-Measuring Systems: Theory and Application (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #592)
by Artur Zaporozhets Volodymyr Eremenko Vitalii Babak Yurii Kuts Serhii BabakThis book concentrates on virtual IMS with the use of modern information and measurement modeling technologies. Modern IMS can be implemented as: real hardware and software measuring tools; virtual IMS with the use of modern information and measurement modeling technologies, including simulation, mathematical, physical, with extensive use of computer equipment for conducting a simulation measurement experiment. Compared to real ones, virtual IMS has a number of advantages, and their implementation requires less time, production, and financial costs. However, in a number of cases, due to the information uncertainty of the object of measurement, such IMS cannot provide objective and reliable results, and therefore, it is necessary to conduct a full-scale measurement experiment using real systems. The potential capabilities of modern systems at the stage of information development of society have increased significantly, which contributes both to the expansion of the subject areas of their application and their use to increase the efficiency of known and solve new scientific and applied measurement tasks. The authors are in solidarity with other colleagues—specialists in measurements—in the forecasts of the development of IMS. No improvements in measurement information technologies, including computer and intellectual ones, have not led, are not leading, and obviously cannot lead in future to the expansion of the nomenclature of measurements of quantities while there are no corresponding sensors that form primary information during their direct interaction with the research object. Further development of IMS and their use in various fields of science and technology, including quantum metrology and nanotechnology, will largely be determined by the development of new principles of operation and the creation of new types of sensors based on them.
Computer-Aided Intelligent Diagnosis of Skin Melanoma
by Shuli Guo Lina Han Xiaowei SongThis book is intended primarily for researchers, engineers, and graduate students in the fields of medicine management and software engineering in the field of dermatology. Aiming at the problems of color deviation, structured noise interference, and uneven distribution of feature points in the identification of melanoma, this book researches four aspects of dermoscopic image such as color correction, hair removal, image registration and classification recognition. Some creative methods are presented as follows, 1 Dermoscopic image color correction, 2 Dermoscopic image hair removal, 3 Dermoscopic image registration. In writing style, a combination of diagrams, tables, formula and text is used in order that the book can be understood easily and raise the readers&’ interest, and in content, theoretical analysis and medical application are combined to describe the advanced technologies in every chapter.
Robust Filtering and Fault Detection for T-S Fuzzy Systems
by Xiao-Lei Wang Guang-Hong Yang Yu-Long WangThis book conducts an in-depth research on robust filtering and fault detection for a class of T-S fuzzy systems. On the basis of the existing research on T-S fuzzy theory, robust filtering theory, and fault diagnosis theory, some new and effective technologies are proposed to solve the problems of robust filtering and fault detection for a class T-S fuzzy systems, while overcoming the shortcomings and limitations of the existing solutions. This book introduces new design solutions for a class of T-S fuzzy systems to address the existing problems in the research of robust filtering and fault detection, namely 1) two new filtering methods are explored to obtain better filtering results than the existing approaches; 2) a new event-triggered filtering scheme is proposed for T-S fuzzy systems with bounded disturbances, which realizes that the designed observer gains in the absence of event-triggered mechanisms are also applicable to the case with event-triggered mechanisms; 3) two new methods are constructed to deal with the asynchronous problems of premise variables effectively, which overcome the defects and limitations of the existing ones; and 4) an effective fault detection scheme for handling measurement outliers is constructed, which can avoid the occurrence of false alarms. This book is intended to inspire researchers and engineers, offering deeper insights into robust filtering and fault detection for T-S fuzzy systems, and equipping them with the latest advancements in fuzzy system theory, robust filtering, and fault diagnosis. It also provides valuable theoretical references for engineers tackling practical engineering problems.
Making Sense of Toleration: Interviews and Conversations
by Mitja SardočThis book brings together a collection of interviews and conversations with leading scholars across different disciplines and areas of research including moral and political philosophy, history, sociology, political theory, psychology, and jurisprudence, among others. It provides an authoritative presentation of contemporary accounts of toleration, their conceptual foundations, and a comprehensive presentation of the different concepts most commonly associated with it (e.g. civility, dignity, coercion, harm, conflict, disagreement, secularism, power, domination, trust, non-interference, neutrality, fairness, pluralism, respect, recognition and ultimately diversity itself). The interviews and conversations published in this volume address some of the most pressing controversies on toleration (and related issues) at both the theoretical and practical levels. Alongside customary refinements of arguments and positions usually embedded in academic conversations, these interviews provide unique insights into the ‘behind the scenes’ on one of the central topics in contemporary scholarly research.
The Populist Aesthetic of the Rassemblement National and la France Insoumise: To Be or Not Be in the System? (Political Campaigning and Communication)
by Morgane BelhadiThis book analyses visual expressions of populism in France to provide new insights into contemporary political communication. It focuses on images produced by the Rassemblement National and la France insoumise – parties on the far right and far left respectively – as part of their political campaigns. The author explores issues such as representation, symbolism, the power of narratives, dystopian imagery and counterculture, throughout posters and social media. It highlights the strategies of these parties, particularly in relation to the use of the themes of resistance, revolution and patriotism. The book is a valuable resource for academics, students and practitioners who seek to better understand populism in France and beyond.