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Author : CROUCH TD
Publisher : Smithsonian
ISBN 13 : 9781560989011
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (89 download)
Download or read book AIMING FOR THE STARS EBK written by CROUCH TD and published by Smithsonian. This book was released on 1999-09-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Dr. Tom D Crouch
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780613999892
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (998 download)
Download or read book Aiming for the Stars written by Dr. Tom D Crouch and published by . This book was released on 2000-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the motivations, goals, trials, and triumphs of the people who pioneered space exploration from the 16th century to the modern era and links individual obsessions and achievements with the political events and social currents that surrounded them. 80 photos.
Author : Tom D. Crouch
Publisher : Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book AIMING FOR THE STARS written by Tom D. Crouch and published by Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press. This book was released on 1999-09-17 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A senior curator of aeronautics at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum recounts the history of space flight from loose talk in the 16th century to the misfortunes of the Mir space station suffering neglect after glasnost. He describes the field's move from science fiction to laboratories in early 20th century America, Russia, and Germany; the rush for development during World War II and the Cold War; the goals and missions of US programs; the Challenge disaster; and the space adventures of Shannon Lucid. His emphasis throughout is on the personalities. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author : Tom D. Crouch
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780522848854
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (488 download)
Download or read book Aiming for the Stars written by Tom D. Crouch and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first narrative history to focus on the movers and shakers of spaceflight, the dreamers, rocket scientists, and atronauts who gazed at stars and vowed to reach them. The book traces the milestones, missions, triumphs, and tragedies that have marked the journey to space, and the people who have made it possible.
Author : Bertrand Russell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy written by Bertrand Russell and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Tracey West
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1338777025
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (387 download)
Download or read book Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25) written by Tracey West and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2023-12-05 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The legendary Star Dragon must battle the powerful Shadow Dragon in the latest action-packed installment of this New York Times bestselling series! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Drake and the rest of the Dragon Masters are one step closer to stopping the Shadow Dragon from blanketing the world with its sky-shadow. They have the Star Flute! Now they just need to summon the Star Dragon. But first they must figure out how to play the flute. They will need to work fast! Can the Star Dragon help them save the world? With engaging black-and-white artwork on every page, kids won't be able to put down this action-packed adventure!
Author : Orazio Svelto
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1489927484
Total Pages : 382 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (899 download)
Download or read book Principles of Lasers written by Orazio Svelto and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the result of more than ten years of research and teaching in the field of quantum electronics. The purpose of the book is to introduce the principles of lasers, starting from elementary notions of quantum mechanics and electromagnetism. Because it is an introductory book, an effort has been made to make it self contained to minimize the need for reference to other works. For the same reason; the references have been limited (whenever possible) either to review papers or to papers of seminal importance. The organization of the book is based on the fact that a laser can be thought of as consisting of three elements: (i) an active material, (ii) a pumping system, and (iii) a suitable resonator. Ac cordingly, after an introductory chapter, the next three chapters deal, respectively, with the interaction of radiation with matter, pumping processes, and the theory of passive optical resonators.
Author : Kieran Shea
Publisher : Titan Books (US, CA)
ISBN 13 : 1783298995
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (832 download)
Download or read book Koko Takes a Holiday written by Kieran Shea and published by Titan Books (US, CA). This book was released on 2015-07-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Five hundred years from now, ex-corporate mercenary Koko Martstellar is swaggering through an easy early retirement as a brothel owner on The Sixty Islands, a manufactured tropical resort archipelago known for its sex and simulated violence. Surrounded by slang-drooling boywhores and synthetic komodo dragons, Koko finds the most challenging part of her day might be deciding on her next drink. That is, until her old comrade Portia Delacompte sends a squad of security personnel to murder her.
Author : Doris Pilkington
Publisher : Univ. of Queensland Press
ISBN 13 : 0702252050
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (22 download)
Download or read book Follow the Rabbit-Proof Fence written by Doris Pilkington and published by Univ. of Queensland Press. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extraordinary story of courage and faith is based on the actual experiences of three girls who fled from the repressive life of Moore River Native Settlement, following along the rabbit-proof fence back to their homelands. Assimilationist policy dictated that these girls be taken from their kin and their homes in order to be made white. Settlement life was unbearable with its chains and padlocks, barred windows, hard cold beds, and horrible food. Solitary confinement was doled out as regular punishment. The girls were not even allowed to speak their language. Of all the journeys made since white people set foot on Australian soil, the journey made by these girls born of Aboriginal mothers and white fathers speaks something to everyone.
Author : Roderick W. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118197399
Total Pages : 371 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (181 download)
Download or read book Linux Essentials written by Roderick W. Smith and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-03-29 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique, full-color introduction to Linux fundamentals Serving as a low-cost, secure alternative to expensive operating systems, Linux is a UNIX-based, open source operating system. Full-color and concise, this beginner's guide takes a learning-by-doing approach to understanding the essentials of Linux. Each chapter begins by clearly identifying what you will learn in the chapter, followed by a straightforward discussion of concepts that leads you right into hands-on tutorials. Chapters conclude with additional exercises and review questions, allowing you to reinforce and measure your understanding. Offers a hands-on approach to acquiring a foundation of Linux skills, aiming to ensure Linux beginners gain a solid understanding Uses the leading Linux distribution Fedora to demonstrate tutorials and examples Addresses Linux installation, desktop configuration, management of files and filesystems, remote administration, security, and more This book is essential reading for anyone entering the world of Linux!
Author : Harry G. Frankfurt
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400826535
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (8 download)
Download or read book On Bullshit written by Harry G. Frankfurt and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2009-01-10 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The #1 New York Times bestseller that explains why bullshit is far more dangerous than lying One of the most salient features of our culture is that there is so much bullshit. Everyone knows this. Each of us contributes his share. But we tend to take the situation for granted. Most people are rather confident of their ability to recognize bullshit and to avoid being taken in by it. So the phenomenon has not aroused much deliberate concern. We have no clear understanding of what bullshit is, why there is so much of it, or what functions it serves. And we lack a conscientiously developed appreciation of what it means to us. In other words, as Harry Frankfurt writes, "we have no theory." Frankfurt, one of the world's most influential moral philosophers, attempts to build such a theory here. With his characteristic combination of philosophical acuity, psychological insight, and wry humor, Frankfurt proceeds by exploring how bullshit and the related concept of humbug are distinct from lying. He argues that bullshitters misrepresent themselves to their audience not as liars do, that is, by deliberately making false claims about what is true. In fact, bullshit need not be untrue at all. Rather, bullshitters seek to convey a certain impression of themselves without being concerned about whether anything at all is true. They quietly change the rules governing their end of the conversation so that claims about truth and falsity are irrelevant. Frankfurt concludes that although bullshit can take many innocent forms, excessive indulgence in it can eventually undermine the practitioner's capacity to tell the truth in a way that lying does not. Liars at least acknowledge that it matters what is true. By virtue of this, Frankfurt writes, bullshit is a greater enemy of the truth than lies are.
Author : Alexander Osterwalder
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118968077
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (189 download)
Download or read book Value Proposition Design written by Alexander Osterwalder and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-01-28 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authors of the international bestseller Business Model Generation explain how to create value propositions customers can’t resist Value Proposition Design helps you tackle the core challenge of every business — creating compelling products and services customers want to buy. This highly practical book, paired with its online companion, will teach you the processes and tools you need to create products that sell. Using the same stunning visual format as the authors’ global bestseller, Business Model Generation, this sequel explains how to use the “Value Proposition Canvas” to design, test, create, and manage products and services customers actually want. Value Proposition Design is for anyone who has been frustrated by new product meetings based on hunches and intuitions; it’s for anyone who has watched an expensive new product launch fail in the market. The book will help you understand the patterns of great value propositions, get closer to customers, and avoid wasting time with ideas that won’t work. You’ll learn the simple process of designing and testing value propositions, that perfectly match customers’ needs and desires. In addition the book gives you exclusive access to an online companion on Strategyzer.com. You will be able to assess your work, learn from peers, and download pdfs, checklists, and more. Value Proposition Design is an essential companion to the ”Business Model Canvas” from Business Model Generation, a tool embraced globally by startups and large corporations such as MasterCard, 3M, Coca Cola, GE, Fujitsu, LEGO, Colgate-Palmolive, and many more. Value Proposition Design gives you a proven methodology for success, with value propositions that sell, embedded in profitable business models."
Author : Gavin Pretor-Pinney
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1452105189
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (521 download)
Download or read book The Cloud Collector's Handbook written by Gavin Pretor-Pinney and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2011-04-29 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keep your head in the clouds with this whimsical guide to the wonders of the sky from an award-winning science writer. In The Cloud Collector’s Handbook, cloud expert Gavin Pretor-Pinney catalogs a variety of clouds and gives readers points for spotting them and recording their finds. This fun and fact-filled book features gorgeous full-color photographs that showcase various types of clouds, from fluffy cumulus to the super rare horseshoe vortex to the wispy noctilucent clouds that hang at the fringes of space. Sure to be a hit with both aspiring and seasoned cloud gazers, this clever handbook comes from the bestselling author, BBC presenter, and founder of the Cloud Appreciation Society.
Author : Alister E. McGrath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119158095
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (191 download)
Download or read book Theology written by Alister E. McGrath and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fourth edition of the international bestseller is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. In this revised and expanded edition, the author introduces readers to the central ideas and beliefs, the key debates and the leading thinkers of Christianity. Throughout, the aim is to bring clarity and brevity to the central ideas of theology, both traditional and contemporary. The text comprehensively covers the individual doctrines that form the Christian belief system, weaving together these doctrines, their history, and the intellectual nuance behind them into an inter-connected web. All major Christian denominations are explored, as are their differences and shared customs and beliefs. This rich tapestry results in a clear view of Christianity, providing a coherent vision of the religion in its main forms.
Author : Linda N. Groat
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118418514
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (184 download)
Download or read book Architectural Research Methods written by Linda N. Groat and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-04-03 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to research for architects and designers—now updated and expanded! From searching for the best glass to prevent glare to determining how clients might react to the color choice for restaurant walls, research is a crucial tool that architects must master in order to effectively address the technical, aesthetic, and behavioral issues that arise in their work. This book's unique coverage of research methods is specifically targeted to help professional designers and researchers better conduct and understand research. Part I explores basic research issues and concepts, and includes chapters on relating theory to method and design to research. Part II gives a comprehensive treatment of specific strategies for investigating built forms. In all, the book covers seven types of research, including historical, qualitative, correlational, experimental, simulation, logical argumentation, and case studies and mixed methods. Features new to this edition include: Strategies for investigation, practical examples, and resources for additional information A look at current trends and innovations in research Coverage of design studio–based research that shows how strategies described in the book can be employed in real life A discussion of digital media and online research New and updated examples of research studies A new chapter on the relationship between design and research Architectural Research Methods is an essential reference for architecture students and researchers as well as architects, interior designers, landscape architects, and building product manufacturers.
Author : Gary Thomas
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199643261
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (996 download)
Download or read book Education: A Very Short Introduction written by Gary Thomas and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2013-03-28 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the schools of ancient times to the present day, Gary Thomas looks at how and why education evolved as it has. By exploring some of the big questions, he examines the ways in which schools work, considers the differences around the world, and concludes by considering the future of education worldwide.
Author : Clayton M. Christensen
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0062851837
Total Pages : 415 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (628 download)
Download or read book The Prosperity Paradox written by Clayton M. Christensen and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-01-15 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clayton M. Christensen, the author of such business classics as The Innovator’s Dilemma and the New York Times bestseller How Will You Measure Your Life, and co-authors Efosa Ojomo and Karen Dillon reveal why so many investments in economic development fail to generate sustainable prosperity, and offers a groundbreaking solution for true and lasting change. Global poverty is one of the world’s most vexing problems. For decades, we’ve assumed smart, well-intentioned people will eventually be able to change the economic trajectory of poor countries. From education to healthcare, infrastructure to eradicating corruption, too many solutions rely on trial and error. Essentially, the plan is often to identify areas that need help, flood them with resources, and hope to see change over time. But hope is not an effective strategy. Clayton M. Christensen and his co-authors reveal a paradox at the heart of our approach to solving poverty. While noble, our current solutions are not producing consistent results, and in some cases, have exacerbated the problem. At least twenty countries that have received billions of dollars’ worth of aid are poorer now. Applying the rigorous and theory-driven analysis he is known for, Christensen suggests a better way. The right kind of innovation not only builds companies—but also builds countries. The Prosperity Paradox identifies the limits of common economic development models, which tend to be top-down efforts, and offers a new framework for economic growth based on entrepreneurship and market-creating innovation. Christensen, Ojomo, and Dillon use successful examples from America’s own economic development, including Ford, Eastman Kodak, and Singer Sewing Machines, and shows how similar models have worked in other regions such as Japan, South Korea, Nigeria, Rwanda, India, Argentina, and Mexico. The ideas in this book will help companies desperate for real, long-term growth see actual, sustainable progress where they’ve failed before. But The Prosperity Paradox is more than a business book; it is a call to action for anyone who wants a fresh take for making the world a better and more prosperous place.
