Unique: The New Science of Human Individuality (Linden David)(Pevná vazba)

Unique: The New Science of Human Individuality (Linden David)(Pevná vazba)

Inspired by the abundance of unique personalities available on dating websites, a renowned neuroscientist examines the science of what makes you, you.David J. Linden has devoted his career to understanding the biology common to all humans. But a few years ago he found himself on OkCupid. Looking

Secret Body - How the New Science of the Human Body Is Changing the Way We Live (Davis Daniel M)(Pevná vazba)

Into the Light (Weber David)(Pevná vazba)

In David Weber and Chris Kennedy's New York Times-bestselling science fiction epic Out of the Dark, Earth beat back an alien invasion. Now comes the recovery . . . and the revenge, in Into the Light. The Shongairi conquered Earth. In mere minutes, half the human race died, and our cities lay in

Extreme Fabulations: Science Fictions of Life (Shaviro Steven)(Pevná vazba)

An examination of science fiction narratives and the light they shed on human life, the unknowable future, and the vagaries of unforeseeable change. With this book, Steven Shaviro offers a thought experiment. He discusses a number of science fiction narratives: three novels, one novella, three

Human Resource Champions (Ulrich David)(Pevná vazba)

The author argues that the roles of human resource professionals must be redefined to meet the competitive challenges organizations face today and into the future. He provides a framework that identifies four distinct roles of human resource professionals: strategic player, administrative expert,

The Storm, 2 (Drake David)(Pevná vazba)

THE THRILLING RE-TELLING OF ARTHURIAN LEGEND FROM MASTER OF SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY DAVID DRAKE CONTINUES A young Champion must rescue a friend and battle an enemy at the heart of a chaotic world. The universe has shattered into chaos and monsters. Jon, the Leader, is dedicating his life to

Language, Syntax, and the Natural Sciences (Gallego ngel J.)(Pevná vazba)

An exploration of human language from the perspective of the natural sciences, this outstanding book brings together leading specialists to discuss the scientific connection of language to disciplines such as mathematics, physics, chemistry and

A Drop of Water: A Book of Science and Wonder (Wick Walter)(Pevná vazba)

The most spectacular photographs ever created on the subject of water appear in this unique science book by Walter Wick. The camera stops the action and magnifies it so that all the amazing states of water can be observed -- water as ice, rainbow, steam, frost, dew. Readers can examine a drop of

Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pandit Nita K.)(Pevná vazba)

This unique textbook provides an introductory, yet comprehensive overview of the pharmaceutical sciences. It is the first text of its kind to pursue an interdisciplinary approach. Readers are introduced to basic concepts related to the specific disciplines in the pharmaceutical sciences, including

The Evolution of Knowledge: Rethinking Science for the Anthropocene (Renn Jrgen)(Pevná vazba)

A fundamentally new approach to the history of science and technologyThis book presents a new way of thinking about the history of science and technology, one that offers a grand narrative of human history in which knowledge serves as a critical factor of cultural evolution. J rgen Renn examines

The Seduction of Curves (McRobie Allan)(Pevná vazba)

A lavishly illustrated book that explores the language of curves that spans the human body, science, engineering, and art Curves are seductive. These smooth, organic lines and surfaces--like those of the human body--appeal to us in an instinctive, visceral way that straight lines or the perfect

Before They Were famous (Drebin David)(Pevná vazba)

Unique and rare Polaroid shots and contact sheets show the career beginnings of David Drebin and his protagonists. Text in English and

Competing on Analytics: Updated, with a New Introduction - The New Science of Winning (Davenport Thomas H.)(Pevná vazba)

A New Kind of Science (Wolfram Stephen)(Pevná vazba)

Challenging the traditional mathematical model of scientific description, a scientist proposes a new dynamic computational approach that utilizes simple codes to generate patterns of ultimate

Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan: Applications for Counselors (Capuzzi David)(Pevná vazba)

A practically focused guide to effective counseling of all clients Human Development Across the Life Span is a practical guide to human growth and development, moving beyond theory to include real-world applications for counselors who work with clients. Written by recognized authorities in mental

Critical Theory and Human Rights: From Compassion to Coercion (McGrogan David)(Pevná vazba)

This book describes the evolution of the human rights movement into a grand managerial project, rooted in compassion, with the aim of improving universal welfare by defining the conditions of human well-being and imposing obligations on the state and other actors to realise them. It argues that

Beautiful Cure - The New Science of Human Health (Davis Daniel M)(Paperback / softback)

Social Intelligence - The New Science of Human Relationships (Goleman Daniel)(Paperback / softback)

Emotional Intelligence was an international phenomenon, appearing on the New York Times bestseller list for over a year and selling more than 5 million copies worldwide. Now, once again, Daniel Goleman has written a groundbreaking synthesis of the latest findings in biology and brain science,

The Subject of Human Rights (Celermajer Danielle)(Pevná vazba)

The Subject of Human Rights is the first book to systematically address the 'human' part of 'human rights.' Drawing on the finest thinking in political theory, cultural studies, history, law, anthropology, and literary studies, this volume examines how human rights-as discourse, law, and

Think Tank: Forty Neuroscientists Explore the Biological Roots of Human Experience (Linden David J.)(Paperback)

A spirited collection of essays by cutting-edge neuroscientists that irreverently explores the quirky and counterintuitive aspects of brain function Neuroscientist David J. Linden approached leading brain researchers and asked each the same question: 'What idea about brain function would you most

Shine a Light: Human Body (Brown Carron)(Pevná vazba)

Discover the secrets of the human body with this beautiful new Shine-a-Light title. Children can see muscles flex as a football is kicked and watch food travel through the digestive system as an apple is eaten. Sleep, dreaming, growing, and illness are also included, along with many other secrets

Science of Self-Empowerment - Awakening the New Human Story (Braden Gregg)(Paperback / softback)

New York Times bestselling author Gregg Braden crosses the traditional boundaries of science and spirituality to answer the timeless question at the core of our existence: who are we? Gregg offers concrete solutions to the social issues that are destroying our families and dividing us as people,

Medical Herbalism: The Science and Practice of Herbal Medicine (Hoffmann David)(Pevná vazba)

A foundational textbook on the scientific principles of therapeutic herbalism and their application in medicine - A complete handbook for the medical practitioner - Includes the most up-to-date information on preparations, dosage, and contraindications - By the author of The Complete Illustrated

A Million Years of Music: The Emergence of Human Modernity (Tomlinson Gary)(Paperback)

A new narrative for the emergence of human music, drawing from archaeology, cognitive science, linguistics, and evolutionary theory.What is the origin of music? In the last few decades this centuries-old puzzle has been reinvigorated by new archaeological evidence and developments in the fields of