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State-of-the-art guide to plastic product design, manufacture and application.Edited by Charles A. Harper and sponsored by Modern Plastics, the industry's most prestigious trade magazine, Modern Plastics Handbook packs a wealth of up-to-date knowledge about plastics processes, forms and formulations, design, equipment, testing and recycling. This A-to-Zguide keeps you on top of:*Properties and performance of thermoplastics, polymer blends...thermosets, reinforced plastics and composites...natura... more info>>

Perimeter Security has taken on a new level of importance since 9/11. Whether insuring the safety of government buildings, hospitals, residences, or bio-research labs, the safety of workers and materials can only be ensured by outfitting all points of entry with the appropriate alarm and surveillance equipment. This comprehensive hands-on resource focuses on designing, installing, and maintaining perimeter security for buildings.

In order to meet insurance requirements or earn incentives, construction companies must now put a security plan in place for every construction site. This comprehensive resource covers all the essentials of planning, prioritizing, and implementing construction site security.

"All the cosmetic dermatologic surgery techniques you need!Successfully performing cosmetic dermatologic surgery starts with mastering techniques... and that's the focus-the only focus- of this learn-as-you-go guide. Concise Manual of Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery is written by four of the field's preeminent experts who deliver clear, authoritative guidance on the most essential cosmetic dermatology surgical techniques. Logically organized by techniques instead of problems, the book first review... more info>>

Updated and expanded, this Fourth Edition of the most trusted reference in architecture offers the most comprehensive coverage of architectural and construction terms available. This classic dictionary now features nearly 25,000 definitions (including 2,800 new terms), 2,500 illustrations (including 200 new illustrations), and maintains its extraordinary visual appeal and easy-to-read page design.Prepared by a renowned architectural editor in association with expert contributors and incorporatin... more info>>

"*Bestselling author Regis ""Bud"" Bates utilizes a market-driven, ""business needs"" approach to optical communications*Provides a concise analysis of systems and options without being overly technical and translates complicated jargon into clear business terms*Includes applications and implementation of technologies, regulatory and standards developments, product photos and descriptions, generic pricing, and business models"

In just a decade, the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) market has grown from one billion dollars to more than half-a-trillion dollars.While previous books have provided introductions to and listings of ETFs, ETF Strategies and Tactics offers practical guidance on how to invest in these funds and use them to balance your portfolio.Written by a powerhouse authorial team, ETF Strategies and Tactics thoroughly covers the ins and outs of ETFs, detailing how they work, their distinctive characteristics, w... more info>>

See it. Hear it. Speak it. Turn your iPod into a portable translator and put 1,500 Italian phrases in your pocket. Instead of just listening to the latest hits, you can use your iPod to hear and see 1,500 essential Italian phrases.

See It. Hear It. Speak It. The ultimate in portability and convenience, iSpeak English provides you with instant access to just the right word or phrase for virtually any situation. Whether traveling around or living in an English-speaking country, you can make yourself understood quickly and confidently with iSpeak English downloaded into your iPod. Tailored specifically for the iPod†s innovative design, iSpeak English allows you to navigate quickly and efficiently to find exactly the word or... more info>>

Learn cutting-edge 3D animation techniques Create breathtaking content for film, TV, games, print media, and the Web using Autodesk Maya and the detailed information contained in this comprehensive resource. Maya experts and special effects gurus Tom Meade and Shinsaku Arima cover every step in the Maya production workflow using easy-to-follow tutorials, real-world examples, and insider tips and tricks. Maya 8: The Complete Reference shows you how to use the latest version of Maya to its full p... more info>>

Learn just enough German to . . . meet people Do you speak English? Sprechen Sie Englisch?get around How do I get to the airport? Wie komme ich zum Flughafen?get a hotel I'd like a room with a shower. Ich möchte ein Zimmer mit Dusche.shop How much is this? Wieviel kostet dies?order a meal The a la carte menu, please. Die Speisekarte, bitte. Just Enough German covers all the essential travel topics so you can communicate quickly and easily in any situation. McGraw-Hill authors represent the l... more info>>

Help your students develop their writing and proofreading skills with hundreds of creative hands-on activities If you are looking for supplemental material for your writing program or are in search of practical exercises to boost your pupils? proofreading abilities, this invaluable resource has it all! Teach Terrific Writing, Grades 4?5 features 170 activities--including an answer key--versatile enough to be adapted to any existing program or approach. This book provides you with all the guideli... more info>>

Written by photography experts--including a Pulitzer-Prize winning National Geographic photographer--this full-color book is a must-have for amateur photographers serious about improving both the quality of their photographs and their proficiency in the digital darkroom. The book is the perfect combination of a technical treatise on digital imaging and an artistic exploration of light, composition, and form, allowing you to glean the essential techniques needed for digital photography without lo... more info>>

Is spelling still important in the age of spellcheckers? Ask Dan Quayle Part guide to better spelling, part paean to an endangered art, Eyes Before Ease is filled with fascinating trivia, historical asides, astute personal observations, and good-natured humor about why spelling is still important--even with the advent of spellcheckers. Professor Larry Beason argues that spelling is more than just the correct arrangement of letters--it sheds light on the human experience itself. It lets us commu... more info>>

Ask any doctor or nutritionist who treats patients with diabetes: the first focus for controlling the disease is a healthy eating plan. But typical plans have been all about what you can't eat and what to do if you fall prey to a craving. Now a diabetic's day might start with a smoked salmon-and-dill omelet, continue to a lunch of three-bean chili, and finish with a dinner of grilled shrimp with a dessert of chocolate terrine. It's a kind of eating that virtually guarantees not just control of t... more info>>

Like the legendary Phoenix--with a cycle of death in flames, then rebirth--books, and publishing, are undergoing a major metamorphosis. The Naked Truth about Book Publishing takes a quick and dirty peek at the realities of publishing. Whether you are an author, independent publisher, or just an avid reader, it's critical to know what's happening and how current changes affect you! Ebooks are now widely accepted, displacing print book sales and transforming a multi-billion dollar industry. Books... more info>>

Thousands of skincare products promise beautiful skin without providing real results, and it's time for a practical and effective way of achieving healthier skin. Cooking Well: Beautiful Skin harnesses the scientifically proven benefits of antioxidants for skin health, providing you with the tools necessary for achieving glowing, radiant skin from the inside out. Antioxidants have been proven to effectively counteract free-radicals, or chemicals in the body responsible for the effects of aging. ... more info>>

Hiring Great People removes the guesswork from the hiring process, giving you solid, no-nonsense tools and processes to identify and attract your industry's highest performing employees. Look to this dynamic book for advertising and public relations techniques proven to catch the attention of the brightest candidates, telltale interview tip-offs to unerringly help you separate the go-getters from the clock-watchers, guidelines for negotiating the offer, and more. Whether you are new to the hir... more info>>

Learn about the Maya, a brilliant and bloodthirsty culture, with ominous predictions about the end of the Fourth Age of Creation on December 21, 2012? The Maya created a civilization based on terror and human sacrifice and yet managed to excel in the arts, writing, mathematics, astronomy, and the building of temple structures that rival the Egyptian pyramids. However, by the time the Spanish arrived, most of the great Mayan cities had been abandoned and reclaimed by the jungle. Why did this happ... more info>>

Vixen is cool, interesting, in control. Too bad that Vixen is really Esther, a werewolf with aspirations to better things. In an attempt to spice up her life, she decides to visit The Fold, a nightclub with a dubious reputation. The place is notorious, as well as being the monthly starting point for The Hunt. When The Hunt goes wrong, Esther's rescuer is someone much closer to her heart than she ever suspected. What she's actually hunting for isn't Vixen, but Gregor, the wolf, and man, of her dr... more info>>

Professional Editor Cindy Davis shares her years of experience. Her guidelines give you the power to edit and polish your own writing. Cindy helps you find and fix common mistakes in your manuscript. Numerous examples and exercises cover these topics: Overwriting, adding details, dialogue, adverbs, pronouns, show versus tell, building strong characters, and maintaining forward motion with your plot. With a little practice you'll find that you have the power to self-edit your way into print!

This is the first book in a series on developing business skills to grow and thrive in the challenging publishing industry. Make no doubt about it, to agents and editors, writing is first and foremost a business. Publishing generates billions of dollars every year. How can a writer find their slice of the pie? That's what this book will help you accomplish. Of course, having a salable project and great writing ability is ultimately what will sell your book or article and keep your readers coming... more info>>

The #1 selling medical review book in the world updated with the very latest must-know facts and test-taking advice for the USMLE Step 1 This annually updated collection of the most frequently tested high-yield facts and mnemonics delivers everything you need to pass the most anxiety-provoking exam of your career. Written by students who just passed the boards, this is the undisputed "bible" of USMLE Step 1 preparation. You will will find more than 1,000 high-yield facts based on student reporti... more info>>

SCORE HIGHER ON THE USMLE STEP 3 WITH THIS SUPER-CONCENTRATED STUDY TOOL This power-packed outline teaches you diagnosis and treatment steps for frequently tested diseases and syndromes on the USMLE Step 3-while sharpening your memory with a host of special learning tools. You get everything you need for star performance on the USMLE Step 3, including: Concentrated review of exam essentials; Need-to-know diagnostic and treatment steps; Review by specialty, covering most-tested diseases and diso... more info>>

Essential Skills for On-the-Job Success Mike Meyers, one of the premier computer and network skills trainers, has developed a learning system designed to teach A+ PC technician skills in an easy-to-understand way that will prepare you for an IT career. Mike gives you helpful tips throughout the book, end-of-chapter practice questions, and hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Completely up to date for the new CompTIA A+ standards, this comprehensive guide will help you pass the A+ Core Hard... more info>>