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Breaking the urban-rural dichotomy and achieving integrated development of urban and rural areas is an important issue. In 1958, China promulgated the Regulations on Household Registration, which stipulates that individuals are required to register for household registration after birth, and the state divides residents...

Low-carbon tourism is an emerging issue of tourism industry and academia in recent years. Previous studies have provided us some reasons that tourists participate in low-carbon travel or not, however, these reasons are scattered in literature and not been integrated into the construct of...

Water quality has been a global concern due to its scarcity as well as it is direct effects on wellbeing and food production. Therefore, many studies have been addressing this matter in order to address the consequences left behind. Consider the harmful effects of...

Dr. Deepak Ekka's clear concept helps the reader to connect immediately with the subject matter. Through vivacious narrative and discreet explanations of mathematical derivations and observations on Handbook of Molecular Interactions engages the reader while fostering a sincere appreciation for the interrelationship between the...

The present examination manages the investigation of the impact of presenting a little part of residue, by volume, to the fluid in a squeeze film on the thick protection from an unfaltering moving plate. Articulations are gotten for the fluid-stage and the residue stage...

Current Learner-based video communication designs involve human-machine relationships that involve communication between actors at different hierarchical levels, either vertically in a top-down or bottom-up manner, or form part of horizontal communication processes which expect changes in the practices of audiences as direct effects of...

"Winter in Harmattan and Other Short Stories" presents contemporary issues which bring out many lessons concerning marriage, health and safety, bereavement and success. The stories are indeed compelling and give encouragement and/or inspiration to those who may be experiencing any of the situations mentioned...

This book is about how customer satisfaction can be achieved in the service industry in order to gain competitive advantage. There are many aspects to look at however the focus here is on the role of entrepreneurial orientation. About the Author: Catherine Gachanja is...

A father takes a husband for his child. Why does he do it? Read the book and find out.Author: Ruby TsogbeISBN-10: 9988282915ISBN-13: 9789988282912Publisher: Ghana Library BoardLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/06/2019Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 7.99h x 5.00w x 0.31d

Today, mercy is one of the overused terms in contemporary evangelical Christianity. As a result, it has been passed around as a jargon without its latent power of transformation being examined closely in the light of the scriptures. In this book Dr Bernard Appiah;...

The concept of the 'gates' has been overlooked as part of the promised blessing of God upon Abraham and his seed, and has often been subjected to wrong interpretations. this has been the case because the meaning and functions of the 'gates as understood...

Abrokwa's love for Sefakor is unquenchable despite all threats. As all efforts in getting Sefakor in his web fail, he resolves to swaying her with flattery words through a powerful love letter. This letter unfortunately gets into the hands of the headteacher few hours...

The Prayerful Woman is a collection of short stories designed to pass on critical life-lessons to children and adolescents in Africa and around the world. It is the second book in the TelTel Series after The Dance Party, which was very well received. Read...

In this first published collection of short stories, the author explores several themes. There are stories that are based on social behaviour and morality, as well as those that explore religious hypocrisy and corrupting of religious institutions to meet nefarious ends by people who...

Stories in The Dance Party are a sampling of the stories the author intends to narrate to children around the world. Since telling them face to face is impossible, this volume serves that purpose. The stories in this book are true and are based...

Having been pushed away from the ever inhospitable environment of poverty, the adventurous protagonist takes on a journey with his unreliable cousin, Jacques, and their creepy friend, Étienne. After all, it is a mere road trip. However, he later discovers what he had missed...

The Complete Cook' book for your Dog What Does Your Dog Really Want to Eat? Here's a hint: the word "cook" is in parenthesis because there is no cooking at all! Your pet wants it RAW! Sadly, the recent pet holocaust was as unimaginable...

Set against the turbulence of 1997 Albania, the story chronicles a young woman's faithfulness and heartbreak when the boy she loves is caught up in a blood feud and flees the country. The original, poetic language style is beautifully preserved, and the reader is...

Flash 52 is a collection of flash-fiction stories by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. The stories relate a brief moment in the daily life, often revealing curious characters or intriguing situations. The book is the outcome of a year-long writing project where the author published an illustrated...

The shipwreck code-named IDM-003 was found on Cabeceira reef, Ilha de Moçambique, in the Province of Nampula, Republic of Mozambique, in 2001 during a systematic archaeological survey of the area. It has been tentatively identified as the Nossa Senhora da Consolação, a Portuguese Indiaman,...

A book is an act of faith, it is a personal Bible, and a public confession. A book is a display of arrogance, where the creator prevails before the compliant gaze of the readers. A book is the fear of death, and the need...

British journalist J.O.P. Bland, described as "the best-informed Westerner on China in the world", promises a "record of idleness", of leisurely cruises through the backwaters of the Chinese countryside. But he brings us much more. Through his account of wanderings in the time-trapped heartland...

Michael Kohn, former editor of the Mongol Messenger newspaper, is one step ahead of the journalistic posse in this epic Western set in the Far East.Kohn's memoir of his time as a newsman in Mongolia is an irresistible account of a land where falcon...

Many times in my memory I remember Solano Bay bringing to mind the memory of those dirt roads and its infinite shades of green. It seems to me that I can still hear the chirping of the birds and in my imagination, I return...

After a spate of violence on his home island, Leonardo D'Silva returns home to find chaos on Lenuka Island. Who is responsible for this? And is the intriguing schoolteacher, Evelyn Hathaway connected to any of it? Face to face with Eve, Leo is taken...

Data Management and Security in Blockchain Systems offers a comprehensive exploration of how blockchain technology is reshaping the landscape of data management and security. This book addresses key aspects of blockchain-based systems, including data integrity, transparency, and tamper resistance, making it an essential resource...

This reference demonstrates the development of a context aware decision-making health informatics system with the objective to automate the analysis of human centric wellness and assist medical decision-making in healthcare. The book introduces readers to the basics of a clinical decision support system. This...

Chiral Ionic Liquids: Applications in Chemistry and Technology provide an in-depth exploration of the synthesis, design, and diverse applications of chiral ionic liquids (CILs) in modern chemistry. This comprehensive book covers fundamental concepts such as ionic liquids' structural organization and chirality, while also discussing...

This book focuses on crucial characterization methods adopted for materials, design, and performance of secondary batteries. The book is divided into eight chapters aiming to provide comprehensive and essential guidance on battery characterizations. Each chapter focuses on a specific technique: electron microscopy, focused ion...

Blockchain-Enabled Internet of Things Applications in Healthcare: Current Practices and Future Directions examines cutting-edge applications, from blockchain-powered IoT innovations in healthcare systems to intelligent health profile management, remote patient monitoring, and healthcare credential verification. Additionally, the book extends its insights into blockchain-enabled IoT applications...

Lifestyle diseases and related conditions present a major healthcare challenge for children, posing a significant threat to their well-being. The Editors have compiled chapters to present a multicentric approach to the subject. This book is an insightful reference on lifestyle diseases and its management...

Advances in Diagnostics and Immunotherapeutics for Neurodegenerative Diseases delves into the intricate mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative disorders and highlights cutting-edge diagnostic methods and innovative immunotherapeutic strategies. This comprehensive book addresses several key themes crucial to understanding and combating these debilitating conditions with an updated understanding...

Metal Complexes: Environmental and Biomedical Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of the role of metal complexes in diverse fields, including biomedicine, energy, and environmental protection. This book provides insights into the synthesis, properties, and applications of metal complexes, covering topics such as their use...

Introduction to Advanced Soft Robotics is an introductory textbook on soft body robotics. The content is designed to enable readers to better understand soft body robotics. Starting with an introduction to the subject, contents explain fundamental concepts such as perception and sensing, fabrication techniques...

Business Analytics for Effective Decision Making is a comprehensive reference that explores the role of business analytics in driving informed decision-making. The book begins with an introduction to business analytics, highlighting its significance in today's dynamic business landscape. The subsequent chapters review various tools...

Around The World In 68 Days is a travelogue with a big difference - not about how to get there, what to see or where to dine, but instead, seeking to glean insights into the meaning of life and the true nature of human...

The discovery of new materials and the manipulation of their exotic properties for device fabrication is crucial for advancing technology. Nanoscience, and the creation of nanomaterials have taken materials science and electronics to new heights for the benefit of mankind. Advanced Materials and Nanosystems:...

Author: Rebecca P. Ang,Yoon Phaik Ooi,Nikki Lim-AshworthISBN-10: 9814596124ISBN-13: 9789814596121Publisher: World Scientific Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/02/2014Pages: 184Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.41lbsSize: 11.80h x 8.20w x 0.60d

Author: Ahmed TliliISBN-10: 9813293373ISBN-13: 9789813293373Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/25/2020Pages: 255Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.86lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.58d

This book systematically summarizes the development process of China Internet in 2020, reveals the strong impact of Internet on China's economic development and social progress, and displays the course of the Chinese people's changes from beneficiary and participant to builder, contributor, and joint maintainer...

This book presents the experience of coastal and port engineering development, as well as coastal environmental problems, in Asian and Pacific countries. It also provides information and promotes technological progress and activities, international technical transfer and cooperation, and opportunities for engineers and researchers to...

Author: Yuchen WangISBN-10: 9811973415ISBN-13: 9789811973413Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/28/2023Pages: 97Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.24d

This book highlights cutting-edge ecodesign research, covering product and service design, smart manufacturing, and social perspectives in ecodesign. Featuring selected papers presented at EcoDesign 2019: 11th International Symposium on Environmentally Conscious Design and Inverse Manufacturing, it also includes diverse, interdisciplinary approaches to foster ecodesign...

The setting sun loosens the reins on imagination. Unshackled by the slipping grip of light on an increasingly quivering reality, the mind perceives the full spectrum of human emotions: the damp fears, poignant hopes, romance, glitz and desires... Lazy fancy takes hold at eventide...

The ninth pawn lives on the edge of reality, a mischief of the subconscious. It is a missed opportunity conflated into a regret of unfulfilled life, a minor joy which blossoms into ecstasy, a drop of thought which can unfurl a paradigm, a tiny...

Reflecting the currently growing eco-movement, this book presents to western readers Tao Yuanming, an ancient Chinese poet, as a representative of classical oriental natural philosophy who offered lived experience of "dwelling poetically on earth." Drawing on Derrida's specter theory, it interprets Tao Yuanming in...

Life is a journey with choices. We can feed our ego, anger, fear, and self-pity. Or we can choose an alternative path. Two authors explore the possibilities in this collection of short stories. ADVISORY: This book contains material that is unsuitable for very young...

Either write something worth reading, or do something worth writing about - Benjamin FranklinOne of the greatest skills you can have in life is writing. Easily taken for granted, especially by the numerically inclined, writing easily turns out to be the lifeblood of every...

Echoes of Mercy, a story of boundless grace and unexpected redemption, creatively portrays the availability of God's love, even to the worst of sinners, and how He humbles individuals with bloated egos. The story tells of God's miracles of redemption for humans, through other...

Inferknow is a colony of glitches. For a beautiful dawn to rise on the shanty environment, the city will need an overhaul.Ezekiel vows to stay away from Gloria until he makes enough money to get her mother out of Good Evening Brothel. His decision...