Saturday, December 18, 2010

2011 Standard Catalog of World Coins 1901-2000



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No other reference exists which embodies the detail and comprehensive coverage of "The "Standard Catalog of" World Coins". This is an indispensable volume for the b eneficiary of a collection, someone just getting started in collecting or the experienced enthusiast who wants to keep up-to-date records. Any collector or investor in coins of gold, silver, platinum or palladium will be amazed by the increased value of their holdings.









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Friday, December 17, 2010

Digital Television: Dvb-T Cofdm And Atsc 8-Vsb





Part I concentrates on the structure of the actual programming data that must be transmitted. The structure is the digital transport stream and is the same format for digital terrestrial, satellite and cable alike. Part II then looks in detail at the actual transmission mechanism for digital t errestrial signal transmissions as defined by the DVB-T for transmissions first adopted in Europe. Part III goes on to describe the actual architecture (hardware and software) of the set top boxes needed to receive and decode the DVB signals. Included here is an introduction to the very complex MHP middleware. Part IV then looks at the US ATSC system for the transmission of digital TV, employing the 8-VSB technology. The DVB-T and the ATSC systems are then compared technically in part V. Part VI then describes the programming formats such as HDTV. Part VII gives some standard theory underlying the techniques. In particular Fourier transform theory is detailed here.









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International Business Transactions in a Nutshell (Nutshell Series)





This Nutshell examines the negotiation of business transactions; the documentary sale; use of letters of credit; technology transfers; foreign investment initiation, operation and termination; property takings; EU competition rules; and dispute settlement (both litigation and arbitration), including the immunity of states and the act of state doctrine. Also provides an evaluation of business transactions in developing and non-market economies.









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Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie





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Libros
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Question by veronica m.: what is the english translation of latin phrase 'puellis in casa libros viri portat'?






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The men carry the books to the girls in the house.





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Sunday, December 12, 2010

Cry in the Night (Rock Harbor Series #4)





The highly anticipated novel that delivers what romantic suspense fans have long awaited-the return to Rock Harbor.

A mysterious crying in the night leads search-and-rescue worker Bree Matthews and her dog Samson to an abandoned baby in the woods outside of Rock Harbor, Michigan. Against objections from her husband, Bree take s the baby girl in. Quickly she begins a search for the mother-presumably the woman reported missing just days earlier.

While teams scour the wintery forests, Bree ferrets out clues about the woman. Where is she and why did she leave the child behind? And how does that connect to Bree's first husband's mysterious death yars ago in the Upper Peninsula? Everything Bree thought she knew about her life is turned upside down with the sound of a Cry in the Night.











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Saturday, December 4, 2010

The Broken Window: A Lincoln Rhyme Novel





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Bestselling master of suspense Jeffery Deaver is back with a brand-new Lincoln Rhyme thriller.

Lincoln Rhyme and partner/paramour Amelia Sachs return to face a criminal whose ingenious staging of crimes is enabled by a terrifying access to information....

When Lincol n's estranged cousin Arthur Rhyme is arrested on murder charges, the case is perfect -- too perfect. Forensic evidence from Arthur's home is found all over the scene of the crime, and it looks like the fate of Lincoln's relative is sealed.

At the behest of Arthur's wife, Judy, Lincoln grudgingly agrees to investigate the case. Soon Lincoln and Amelia uncover a string of similar murders and rapes with perpetrators claiming innocence and ignorance -- despite ironclad evidence at the scenes of the crime. Rhyme's team realizes this "perfect" evidence may actually be the result of masterful identity theft and manipulation.

An information service company -- the huge data miner Strategic Systems Datacorp -- seems to have all the answers but is reluctant to help the police. Still, Rhyme and Sachs and their assembled team begin uncovering a chilling pattern of vicious crimes and coverups, and their investigation points to one master criminal, whom they dub "522."

When "522" lea rns the identities of the crime-fighting team, the hunters become the hunted. Full of Deaver's trademark plot twists, The Broken Window will put the partnership of Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs to the ultimate test.









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Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Fete Accompli!: The Ultimate Guide To Creative Entertaining





Throwing a successful party requires a lot more than a well-stocked bar and good music. As public relations experts whose job it is to produce events that make a lasting impression, Lara Shriftman and Elizabeth Harrison know it’s the details that make the difference. Now you, too, can organize any party, for 10 guests or 1,000, on a budget of or 0,000, from creating the concept right down t o saying goodbye at the end of the night. Chic tips, creative ideas, irresistible recipes, and all the countless ingredients that make a party sizzle are at your fingertips in this hip and handy guide to becoming an event planner extraordinaire. You’ll find the experts’ best advice on:

Creating a concept and a budget for any kind of party

Choosing the right location, whether you keep it cozy at home, camp out at the beach, or rent a local club

Designing invitations, from classic to kitschy

Setting the mood with lighting, music, flowers, furniture, décor, and all the little touches that make a party extra fab

Stocking a thirst-quenching home bar, whipping up smart cocktails, and thinking of innovative ways to serve it all up in style

Whetting the appetites of your guests, using insider secrets from chefs and tips on how to make fast food sophisticated, with sample menus for classic cocktail parties, luncheons, late-night bashes, and more

Being a flawless hostâ€"or guestâ€"with proper etiquette guidelines, gift ideas, Table Setting 101, and the 411 on posing for the camera

Producing a party from beginning to end with colorful case studies and detailed instructions for eight fierce fêtes, such as a Hamptons-style clambake, a Barbie theme party, an Indian dinner on a 0 budget, and a mani-pedi party

Re-creating our favorite drinks and dishes from the best restaurants and bars all over the world, like Nobu, Asia de Cuba, Trader Vic’s, Bungalow 8, the Delano Hotel, and Indochine

Getting what you need. There’s a complete resource guide in the back, not to mention savvy tips from Puff Daddy, Russell Simmons, Lara Flynn Boyle, David Copperfield, Hugh Jackman, and Donald Trump.









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Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Etched in Purple: One Soldier's War in Europe





First published in 1949, Frank J. Irgang’s personal record of his unforgettable experiences as a combat infantryman during World War II has its beginning on the dawn of that famous “longest day” when Allied troops set foot on Normandy beaches. We know the surface facts of that invasionâ€"what was planned, how it was executed, and what happenedâ€"but what most of us don’t know are the thoughts of those brave men who fought their way across France and into Germany. What were they thinking? How did they meet the terror of each new day?

In this revealing look at a young American soldier’s European tour of duty, the inner facts we have wanted to discover are found. And they are revealed truthfully and with a freshness of reality that would be impossible to recapture unless the observations had been jotted down, as they were, soon after the events took place. Irgang’s keen eye, his unliterary terseness, his sometimes blunt way of stating brutal truthsâ€"all these contribute toward making this book more than one man’s record of the war. In its unpretentiousness, Etched in Purple says vividly and powerfully what hundreds of other soldiers would have said had they found a means of expression: that World War II would always be etched in purple in their memories.










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Monday, November 15, 2010

Hiking Acadia National Park (Regional Hiking Series)



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Lace up your boots and sample more than 120 miles of hiking trails through the approximately 40,000 acres of America's first national park. Explore the famous rocky coast of Maine, trek through verdant forests, amble along the shores of secluded lakes, or see the views from the mountaintops of Mount Desert Island. Veteran hikers and outdoor writers Dolores Kong and Dan Ring will introduce you to these trails and more.

Use this guide for up-to-date trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails, difficulty ratings for each hike, detailed trail maps, and zero-impact camping tips.

Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest throughout Acadia National Park.








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Question by wazupy: How do I conceal my under eye circles if my skin is dry?

I have dry skin under my eyes. How can I conceal my under eye circles without it looking cakey and dry? I don't want under eye circles but I don't want dry looking concealer. I do moisturize with cetaphil before applying concealer which helps a little, I guess.

I use laura mercier two tone concealer. I also have the concealer stick from Rimmel, but the coverage is almost like foundation and my under eye circles are still visible.




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Answer by Sally
My best advice now is just put on moisturizer under your eyes before you apply concealer. You should treat your dry skin first. Make sure you hydrate every day and get sufficient amount of sleep. I use ROC products for the under eye and it's great! It can be found in any drugstore. For your dry skin, I recommend Dove for Dry Skin . I have dry skin and Dove can take care of it in days! Every now and then I switch to Clinique for Dry to Extra Dry skin. Also when using your concealer use a tic tac size. Putting too much concealer on can make your dark circles look worse. Dab 3 little dots under your lower lash line (inner, middle and outer) then blend them together with your ring finger in a circular motion. Whereever you see blue, dab another dot on and blend. You can then set your concealer by putting a finishing powder on it.





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Sunday, November 14, 2010

Curriculum Essentials: A Resource for Educators (2nd Edition)





A brief and invitingly priced text, Curriculum Essentials, Second Edition, serves as an excellent resource and guide to help pre-service teachers learn everything they need to know about (K-12) curriculum development. This well-organized, concise text covers the most important basic ideas for understanding the area of curriculum. The text contains compilations of important dates and events, definitions of curriculum, names to know in curriculum study, and an introduction to the philosophies and theories influencing curriculum development. Curriculum Essentials describes in detail the development process beginning with concept development and ending in classroom lesson plans.









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King Henry V CD Set (New Cambridge Shakespeare Audio)





A full professional cast, starring Samuel West in the title role, records the complete, unabridged New Cambridge Shakespeare text of King Henry V, with sound effects and accompanying music. The set of three cassettes or CDs is accompanied by notes and a synopsis of the play.









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If You're Reading This, It's Too Late (Secret Series)



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Beware!

Dangerous secrets lie between the pages of this book.

OK, I warned you. But if you think I'll give anything away, or tell you that this is the sequel to my first literary endeavor, The N ame of This Book is Secret, you're wrong.

I'm not going to remind you of how we last left our heroes, Cass and Max-Ernest, as they awaited intiation into the mysterious Terces Society, or the ongoing fight against the evil Dr. L and Ms. Mauvais. I certainly won't be telling you about how the kids stumble upon the Museum of Magic, where they finally meet the amazing Pietro!

Oh, blast! I've done it again. Well, at least I didn't tell you about the missing Sound Prism, the nefarious Lord Pharaoh, or the mysterious creature born in a bottle over 500 years ago, the key to the biggest secret of all.

I really can't help myself, now can I? Let's face it---if you're reading this, it's too late.









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Saturday, November 13, 2010

The Mindful Child: How to Help Your Kid Manage Stress and Become Happier, Kinder, and More Compassionate



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The techniques of mindful awareness have helped millions of adults reduce str ess in their lives. Now, childrenâ€"who are under more pressure than ever beforeâ€"can learn to protect themselves with these well-established methods adapted for their ages. Based on a program affiliated with UCLA, The Mindful Child is a groundbreaking book, the first to show parents how to teach these transformative practices to their children.

Mindful awareness works by enabling you to pay closer attention to what is happening within youâ€"your thoughts, feelings, and emotionsâ€"so you can better understand what is happening to you. The Mindful Child extends the vast benefits of mindfulness training to children from four to eighteen years old with age-appropriate exercises, songs, games, and fables that Susan Kaiser Greenland has developed over more than a decade of teaching mindful awareness to kids. These fun and friendly techniques build kids’ inner and outer awareness and attention, which positively affects their academic performance as well as their social and emotional skills, such as making friends, being compassionate and kind to others, and playing sports, while also providing tools to manage stress and to overcome specific challenges like insomnia, overeating, ADHD, hyper-perfectionism, anxiety, and chronic pain. When children take a few moments before responding to stressful situations, they allow their own healthy inner compasses to click in and guide them to become more thoughtful, resilient, and empathetic. The step-by-step process of mental training presented in The Mindful Child provides tools from which all childrenâ€"and all familiesâ€"will benefit.









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Needlepoint
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Question by Leslie J: Technique of embellishing a painted needlepoint canvas vs covering with stitches? What do you think? Any tips?

I like to do needlepoint and have gotten pretty good at it, and collected so many beautiful painted canvases and unusual threads. I've always filled the whole picture in with various types of stitches, but sometimes it seems like it might look better to just 'decorate' some of the areas with fancy threads and beads - because the canvas itself looks nice, or because certain shapes in the design might get slightly distorted if completely covered. I wonder if anyone has experimented this way, and how it would look, or if there are any websites with examples and ideas?




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Dimensions Kits has a line of craft kits based on your idea. They provide a picture, and some yarn, and a chart to show where to put the decorative stitches. It is a very time honored method of decorating fabric.

Accent stitchery has its origins back in ancient times when people had only small amount of wool or yarn to work with.

Using accent stitches can be very beautiful. Go for it.





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Friday, November 12, 2010

Great Quotes for Great Educators





Over 600 insightful, witty nuggets to motivate and inspire you..... and everyone else at your school. Teachersâ€"-display these quotes in your classrooms!
Administrators--insert them into your faculty memos and share them at staff meetings!Why is this book unique?
- includes over 100 original quotes from internationally acclaimed speaker and educator Todd Whitaker
- features real quotes from real students which echo wit and wisdom for educators
- each quote has a direct connection to your life as an educatorExamples of quotes in this book . . .“Great teachers have high expectations for their students, but higher expectations for themselves.”










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The Bama Gallery, a contemporary tour stop



Lloyd Hazel is inspired by the ancient world. He transforms religious Indian mandalas into contemporary artworks featuring bright colors on silk screen. "I spray paint the background with metallic paint," he said. "Then the rest of the image is...

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Boise Contemporary Theater classic reading series

To go along with the contemporary mix at Boise Contemporary Theater, producing artistic director Matthew Cameron Clark has added a reading series of 20th-century classic contemporary plays that explore the depth of the theatrical canon. The next one is Eugene O’Neil’s “Long Days Journey into Night” about the internal struggle of a dysfunctional American family.

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Simon Patterson\'s First Solo Exhibition in New York Since 1993 at Benrimon Contemporary

NEW YORK, NY.- Benrimon Contemporary presents Anthology, Simon Patterson’s first solo exhibition in New York since 1993. The exhibition is a survey show including recent works as well as works from the classic ‘Name Paintings’ series, begun in 1987, and ‘Black-list’ series from 2006. Photographs from ‘Landskip’, a series of unique photographs, begun in 2000, are also be included, along with ...

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The No-Nonsense Guide to International Development (No-Nonsense Guides)



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“Overseas aid” and “international development” are catch-all terms that cover a multitude of activitiesâ€"and abuses. This guide explains what “d evelopment” actually isâ€"and explores its political and economic roots. It shows what can happen in the name of development and argues for a more organic, social approach with those it seeks to serve as equal partners in the process.

Maggie Black has written books for the Oxford University Press, UNICEF, and Oxfam. She has worked as a consultant for UNICEF, Anti-Slavery International, and WaterAid, among others, and has written for the Guardian, The Economist, and BBC World Service.









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Turning Points - Actual and Alternate Histories: A House Divided during the Civil War Era (Turning PointsActual and Alternate Histories)





In colorful, readable prose, this volume provides a full history of the Civil Warâ€"including John Brown\'s ra id; the story of the Confederate States of America; the battles of Bull Run, Antietam, and Gettysburg; Sherman\'s March to the Sea; the Emancipation Proclamation; the Thirteenth Amendment; Lincoln\'s assassination; Reconstruction; and Andrew Johnson\'s impeachment.

But more importantly, it offers a range of essays on how events could have turned out differentlyâ€"militarily, politically, and culturally. It challenges students and general readers alike to remember that the course of history is not preordained. Instead, history is "made " in critical moments of decision by those who choose one course of action over another. Their choicesâ€"and the outcomes of those choicesâ€"could easily have been different.











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Thursday, November 11, 2010

Savage Pastimes: A Cultural History of Violent Entertainment





Does violence in movies, on television and in comic strips and cartoons rot our children\'s brains and make zombies-or worse, criminals-of adults at the fringes? In this cogent, well-researched book, American pop-culture expert Harold Schechter argues that exactly the opposite is true: a basic human need is given an outlet through violent images in popular media.

Moving from an exploration of early broadsheet engravings showing torture and the atrocities of war, to the depictions of crime in "penny dreadfuls," to scenes of violence in today\'s movies and video games, Schechter not only traces the history of disturbing images but details the outrage that has inevitably accompanied them. By the twentieth century, the culture vultures were out in full force, demonizing comic books and setting up a pattern of equating testosterone-fueled entertainment with aggression. According to Schechter, nothing could be further from the truth. He also blasts those who bemoan the alleged increased violence in media today, and who conveniently scapegoat popular entertainment for a variety of cultural ills, including increased crime and real-life violence. Though American pop culture is far more technologically sophisticated today, Schechter shows that it is far less brutal than the entertainments of previous generations.

Savage Pastimes is a rich, eye-opening brief history that will make you rethink your assumptions about what we watch and how it affects us all.








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Software Architecture: Foundations, Theory, and Practice







Software architecture is foundational to the development of large, practical software-intensive applications. This brand-new text covers all facets of software architecture and how it serves as the intellectual centerpiece of software development and evolution. Critically, this text focuses on supporting creation of real implemented systems. Hence the text details not only modeling techniques, but design, implementation, deployment, and system adaptation -- as well as a host of other topics -- putting the e lements in context and comparing and contrasting them with one another. Rather than focusing on one method, notation, tool, or process, this new text/reference widely surveys software architecture techniques, enabling the instructor and practitioner to choose the right tool for the job at hand. Software Architecture is intended for upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in software architecture, software design, component-based software engineering, and distributed systems; the text may also be used in introductory as well as advanced software engineering courses.







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