Hardcover Books

This volume is the result of a collaboration between a hard scientist/IT expert, a legal expert and a social scientist. Given that issues and problems in science and technology are so complex, a multidisciplinary approach can better generate ideas or interpret the issues surrounding...

Author: Natraj YedlaISBN-10: 9819646316ISBN-13: 9789819646319Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/12/2025Pages: 295Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.35lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.75d

The aim of this reprint is to provide a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements in forestry through the integration of emerging technologies. This publication delves into several key areas, including the application of remote sensing and visualization techniques, the use of digital twins...

A "best of" selection of works from the renowned German photographer known for his miniatures and staged tableausFrank Kunert (born 1963) is one of the most distinguished German photographers of his time. He began taking photographs as a teenager, initially displaying an interest primarily...

Taphonomic studies allow for a better understanding of the processes of formation and preservation of fossil assemblages, and the identification of biases that can alter the palaeoenvironmental interpretations deduced from faunal lists. A taphonomic analysis of a fossil assemblage is, therefore, an essential prerequisite...

This Topic presents a collection of recent advances in the field of advanced manufacturing, covering topics including intelligent manufacturing technologies, surface engineering, tool micro-geometry design, and material performance optimization. The articles address key areas such as laser-assisted processing, physical vapor deposition coatings, surface texture...

This book focuses on the kinematic analysis, design, and simulation of industrial robots, making these topics easily accessible to students and engineers through an interactive scheme. Using a decoupling approach, the book introduces closed-form solutions to the inverse kinematics problem of robots with six...

This book includes a variety of cases detailing novel municipal waste management strategies, including use of microorganisms, harnessing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, and implementing advanced waste management techniques. Sustainable municipal waste management, coupled with a zero waste approach and circular economy principles,...

This edited volume is the first collection to critically explore the role, limitations, and internal fragmentation of social activism for corporate accountability across Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. It analyses a variety of NGOs, trade unions, and grassroots movements and their transnational mobilizations...

Author: Nguyen Thi Lan HuongISBN-10: 3032053315ISBN-13: 9783032053312Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/17/2025Pages: 391Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.66lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.94d

Author: Moharana ChoudhuryISBN-10: 3032053013ISBN-13: 9783032053015Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/03/2026Pages: 550Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.15lbsSize: 8.90h x 6.00w x 1.50d

Author: Silvia SolidoroISBN-10: 3032051460ISBN-13: 9783032051462Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/17/2025Pages: 232Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.16lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.63d

The use of dates in non-traditional food products and their by-products for nutritional supplements has been practiced for centuries in many regions across the globe. Unlike many traditional foods, there has been an influx of new technology and processes in the applications of date...

Hi, my name is Mary Withey. I am a widow, but I have kept my husband's name. I live in Great Yarmouth with my cat, Blue, in a lovely ground-floor home. I used to live in Hemsby, but sadly, my home was taken by...

Covers plant-nematode interactions and delves into effective management techniques. First focusing on identification and characterization of plant parasitic nematodes using molecular techniques, covers their interactions with plants, focusing on agriculturally important crops as well as ornamental plants.Author: Mohd Sayeed AkhtarISBN-10: 1779643276ISBN-13: 9781779643278Publisher: Apple Academic...

Discusses biotechnology and its applications, the chromosomal theory of inheritance, the chromosome itself, the types of cell division, structural changes in chromosomes, genes and cell division, and more. Presents in-depth studies of the relationships and functional mechanisms of chromosomes, genes, and biological mechanisms.Author: Tariq...

Explores high-strength steel sections, charting their importance and utility. Provides bibliometric insights into multi-objective optimization and metaheuristic algorithms. Covers development of high entropy alloys.Author: Kanak KalitaISBN-10: 1774919583ISBN-13: 9781774919583Publisher: Apple Academic PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/02/2025Pages: 270Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.28lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.69d

This unique volume summarizes emerging approaches based on in silico, in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies to uncover the potential and the underlying mechanisms of diverse marine bioactive compounds to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 and its variants and, hence, pave the way for drug discovery...

Situated at the convergence of the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and North America's vast boreal forest, Alberta boasts a great diversity of landscapes and habitats. From turquoise glacier lakes nestled between towering peaks, to spruce- and sphagnum-dominated muskeg, to labyrinthine badland canyons, to expansive...

Antinomianism was the primary theological concern addressed by the Westminster Assembly. Yet until now, no monograph has taken up the specific concerns related to antinomianism and the famous assembly. In Christ and the Law, Whitney G. Gamble sketches the rise of English antinomianism in...

Often referred to as the first day of the week, Sunday was the last frontier for cinemagoing access in Britain and represented complex perspectives on the cultural turbulence of the period. This book examines the efforts of the countless people who coalesced around the...

You may not have been taught this, but the best way to lead a team is to step back and let them take the reins. The workforce is changing, and many managers, newly promoted and having received no training in how to lead their...

Author: Yujie GuISBN-10: 139433995XISBN-13: 9781394339952Publisher: Wiley-IEEE PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2026Pages: 512Format: Hardcover

Author: R. SathiyarajISBN-10: 1394248792ISBN-13: 9781394248797Publisher: Wiley-ScrivenerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/06/2026Pages: 352Format: Hardcover

On a night when shadows dance and whispers crawl...It was the night before Halloween, and not a creature was stirring-not even the undead. Skulls hung by the chimney with frightful care, and every ghoul waited for one thing... the arrival of The Pumpkin King.In...

This volume explores the latest research techniques (and reviews) used to study apomixis model species. The chapters in this book are organized into six parts: Part One introduces gametophytic apomixis, and Part Two focuses on the detection and characterization of apomixis. Part Three talks...

Keeping secrets can occupy your thoughts constantly; you will find you distance yourself from people and not let anyone in. The main characters in this book are all keeping secrets, but they cannot be kept forever. Those that can take theirs to the grave...

"A New Way to Pay Old Debts," a classic of English Renaissance drama by Philip Massinger, showcases the playwright's skill in crafting complex characters and compelling plots. Set against a backdrop of social and economic upheaval, the play explores themes of greed, ambition, and...

This comprehensive report, "Marriage and Divorce, 1867-1906: Summary, Laws, Foreign Statistics," compiled by the United States Bureau of the Census, provides a detailed statistical overview of marriage and divorce trends during a pivotal period in American history. Offering insights into the evolving social landscape,...

Calendar of the Carew Manuscripts, 1601-1603 is a detailed index of historical documents compiled primarily from the collection of George Carew, Earl of Totnes, and preserved at Lambeth Palace Library and the Public Record Office of Great Britain. This volume provides a comprehensive guide...

"The Elect Lady: A Memoir of Mrs. Susan Catharine Bott" offers an intimate portrait of a devout woman whose life exemplified piety and service within the Presbyterian Church. Penned by Abraham Brooks Van Zandt and published in conjunction with the Presbyterian Church in the...

This collection brings together three of Aristophanes' most celebrated plays: "Birds," "Frogs," and "Clouds." A master of Old Comedy, Aristophanes' works are known for their sharp wit, political satire, and fantastical scenarios. In "Birds," two Athenians set out to create a city in the...

Title: Vanity Fair. A novel without a hero ... With all the original illustrations by the author, etc.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over...

"France, Mexico, and the Confederate States" examines the complex geopolitical relationships between these three nations during the American Civil War. Written by Michel Chevalier, this historical analysis delves into France's perspective on the conflict, its involvement in Mexico, and the potential recognition of the...

"Obstetrics for Nurses" by Everett Dudley Plass, originally published in 1922, offers a comprehensive guide to obstetrical care as it was understood in the early 20th century. This book provides valuable insights into the practices, procedures, and knowledge base used by nurses assisting in...

Revealing the unheralded contributions of women of color to the foundation and development of the digital economyThe Inattention Economy challenges the widespread myth that the internet was born from the labor of a handful of white male entrepreneurs, recovering the uncredited and unpaid contributions...

Can plants move? Can they think? Can they act? In Radical Science, Mary Bowden shows that debates about plants' capabilities are not new but can be traced to the nineteenth century, where they moved from scientific inquiries to popular articles and literary fiction. Examining...

This collection of interdisciplinary and multicultural essays takes a novel approach to the ancient theory of the Harmony of the Spheres and the notion of musical harmony. The idea of the harmony of the spheres is an old and venerable one, finding a parallel...

Breaking from Western disciplinary status quo, this book explores the politics of disciplinary refusal and presents alternative ways of seeing the world. Drawing from the Black radical tradition, P. Khalil Saucier and the contributors challenge normative assertions about power and develop alternate ways of...

Navigating modern digital communication ethics and law becomes more complex as technology evolves. The rise of social media, direct messaging, and digital content creation creates new ethical challenges and legal considerations around privacy, misinformation, intellectual property, and online conduct. Individuals and organizations must now...

As cities deal with growing populations, congestion, and environmental challenges, the integration of sustainability and autonomous transportation emerge as a solution for enhancing urban mobility. By combining the efficiency and innovation of self-driving technologies with sustainable practices, urban developers can reduce emissions, optimize traffic...

In addition to introducing a denotational meaning, utterances often convey an expressive meaning, that provides information about the speaker or the judger. This volume collects original research papers on the semantics and pragmatics of expressive meaning in interaction with speech acts, and on the...

Discover the transformative wisdom of Confucius in this elegantly curated edition that speaks deeply to the mind, heart, and spirit. Whether you are seeking personal growth, moral clarity, or simply a more grounded way of living, Wisdom to Live By brings ancient philosophy to...

This book presents a co- evolutionary framework that helps to study and understand the co-evolution at three levels i.e. strategic level, operational level and individual level in an integrated fashion. This book presents and explains a co-evolutionary framework in order to reduce the gap...

This reprint is based on the Special Issue "Fiber-Reinforced Polymers and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete in Civil Engineering-1st Edition". It delves into the fundamental material science, mechanical properties, manufacturing processes, design methodologies, and practical applications of both FRC and FRP. Of particular note is the exploration...

The exploitation of biomass resources has resulted in an urgent need to produce energy, fuels, and chemical products to replace traditional fossil-based sources. This Topic highlights a variety of valorization strategies for the production of bio-energy and added-value bio-products. The authors present different approaches,...

The prevalence of smart devices and cloud computing has led to an explosion in the amount of data generated by IoT devices. Moreover, emerging IoT applications, such as augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), intelligent transportation systems, and smart factories require ultra-low latency for data...

This book explains frequency quality in a comprehensive and systematic way. It does so by combining theoretical and practical knowledge on the topic. It includes dynamic simulations and real-world examples. For example, the book discusses the frequency performance of large-scale real-world power systems such...

Author: Giovanni CastellazziISBN-10: 3032050316ISBN-13: 9783032050311Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/18/2025Pages: 551Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.15lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.25d

Continuum mechanics is the basis for static and dynamic analysis of two-dimensional structures and three-dimensional continua. Continuum mechanics is crucial because it provides a mathematical framework to understand and predict the behavior of deformable bodies (solids and fluids) by treating matter as a continuous...