Introduction to Seismology (Shearer Peter M.)(Paperback)

Introduction to Seismology (Shearer Peter M.)(Paperback)

This third edition provides a concise yet approachable introduction to seismic theory, designed as a first course for graduate students or advanced undergraduate students. It clearly explains the fundamental concepts, emphasizing intuitive understanding over lengthy derivations, and outlines the

Italian Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Hainsworth Peter)(Paperback)

In this Very Short Introduction, Peter Hainsworth and David Robey examine Italian literature from the Middle Ages to the present day, looking at themes and issues which have recurred throughout its history. The authors illuminate such topics as regional identities, political disunity, and the role

Introduction to Human Geography 5th edn (Daniels Peter)(Paperback / softback)

Algebra: A Very Short Introduction (Higgins Peter M.)(Paperback)

Algebra marked the beginning of modern mathematics, moving it beyond arithmetic, which involves calculations featuring given numbers, to problems where some quantities are unknown. Now, it stands as a pillar of mathematics, underpinning the quantitative sciences, both social and physical. This Very

Race: An Introduction (Wade Peter)(Paperback)

Taking a comparative approach, this textbook is a concise introduction to race. Illustrated with detailed examples from around the world, it is organised into two parts. Part I explores the historical changes in ideas about race from the ancient world to the present day, in different corners of the

The Great Blue Yonder (Shearer Alex)(Paperback)

The Great Blue Yonder by Alex Shearer is the quirky, gentle journey of a boy stuck between looking back, and moving on.'You'll be sorry when I'm dead.' That's what Harry said to his sister, before the incident with the lorry. And now he is just that - dead. And he wishes more than anything that he

Introduction to Glass Fusing - Project-By-Project Guided Lessons (Kaiser Petra)(Paperback / softback)

Introduction to Old English (Baker Peter S.)(Paperback)

Featuring numerous updates and additional anthology selections, the 3rd edition of Introduction to Old English confirms its reputation as a leading text designed to help students engage with Old English literature for the first time. A new edition of one of the most popular introductions to Old

Numbers: A Very Short Introduction (Higgins Peter M.)(Paperback)

Numbers are integral to our everyday lives and factor into almost everything we do. In this Very Short Introduction, Peter M. Higgins, a renowned popular-science writer, unravels the world of numbers, demonstrating its richness and providing an overview of all the number types that feature in

Bayesian Statistics: An Introduction (Lee Peter M.)(Paperback)

Bayesian Statistics is the school of thought that combines prior beliefs with the likelihood of a hypothesis to arrive at posterior beliefs. The first edition of Peter Lee's book appeared in 1989, but the subject has moved ever onwards, with increasing emphasis on Monte Carlo based techniques. This

Practical Ethics (Singer Peter)(Paperback)

For thirty years, Peter Singer's Practical Ethics has been the classic introduction to applied ethics. For this third edition, the author has revised and updated all the chapters, and added a new chapter addressing climate change, one of the most important ethical challenges of our generation. Some

An Introduction to Ergodic Theory (Walters Peter)(Paperback)

This text provides and introduction to ergodic theory suitable for readers knowing basic measure theory. The mathematical prerequisites are summarized in Chapter 0. It is hoped the reader will be ready to tackle research papers after reading the book. Several examples are described and are studied

English Grammar: An Introduction (Collins Peter)(Paperback)

The third edition of this acclaimed introduction to English grammar equips students with the tools they need to critically engage and really get under the skin of all sorts of texts. The first part of the book locates the study of grammar within its broader context and presents clearly the various

Introduction to English as a Second Language Workbook (Lucantoni Peter)(Paperback)

Introduction to English as a Second Language Workbook accompanies the Coursebook (sold separately) in this Fourth edition series, and is presented in an accessible updated design. Each Workbook unit reinforces the topic and theme from the corresponding Coursebook unit, and provides additional

Condensed Chaos: An Introduction to Chaos Magic (Carroll Peter J.)(Paperback)

Condensed Chaos provides a practical introduction to Chaos Magic, one of the fastest growing areas of Western Occultism. Through it you can change your circumstances, live according to a developing sense of personal responsibility, effect change around you, and stop living as a helpless cog in some

An Introduction to Low Carbon Domestic Refurbishment (Rickaby Peter)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Low Carbon Domestic Refurbishment comes in two parts. The first describes the fundamentals and preliminary considerations of planning a low carbon refurbishment project, before exploring various components of a house (walls, heating systems etc.). Each chapter includes references

History: An Introduction to Theory, Method and Practice (Claus Peter)(Paperback)

Demystifying the subject with clarity and verve, History: An Introduction to Theory, Method and Practice familiarizes the reader with the varied spectrum of historical approaches in a balanced, comprehensive and engaging manner. Global in scope, and covering a wide range of topics from the ancient

Sociolinguistics: An Introduction to Language and Society (Trudgill Peter)(Paperback)

This is a classic book on a fascinating subject. Peter Trudgill examines the close link between language and society and the many factors that influence the way we speak. These range from gender, environment, age, race, class, region and politics. Trudgill's book surveys languages and societies

Puzzle of God (Vardy Peter)(Paperback / softback)

Peter Vardy's much acclaimed introduction to the study of ideas about God - now revised and

Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice (Northouse Peter G.)(Paperback)

Includes new chapter on Destructive Leadership! The Fifth Edition of Peter G. Northouse's bestselling Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice provides readers with a clear, concise overview of the complexities of practicing leadership and concrete strategies for becoming better leaders

Introduction to Linear Algebra (Stewart Frank M.)(Paperback)

Hollywood: A Very Short Introduction (Decherney Peter)(Paperback)

In this engaging and readable book, Peter Decherney tells the story of Hollywood, from its nineteenth-century origins to the emergence of internet media empires. He recounts how the studio system rose out of the ashes of Thomas Edison's trust to create the handful of companies that have dominated

Quantitative Seismology (Aki Keiiti)(Paperback)

This new edition of the classic text by Aki and Richards has at last been updated throughout to systematically explain key concepts in seismology. Now in one volume, the book provides a unified treatment of seismological methods that will be of use to advanced students, seismologists, and

Fmri (Bandettini Peter A.)(Paperback)

An accessible introduction to the history, fundamental concepts, challenges, and controversies of the fMRI by one of the pioneers in the field.The discovery of functional MRI (fMRI) methodology in 1991 was a breakthrough in neuroscience research. This non-invasive, relatively high-speed, and high