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A clear and expert how-to guide to pruning and training ornamental and fruiting plants, with 970 informative photographs and illustrations, and a directory of plants and how to prune them. A helpful introduction, covering basic principles and techniques, is followed by chapters arranged by plant type. Each one includes practical advice, illustrated with step-by-step photographic sequences and artworks, on the initial training of the plant type in question, how to prune, and how to undertake renovation pruning. An invaluable A–Z directory of ornamental plants looks at the pruning requirements of a wide range of species on a plant-by-plant basis, explaining when and how to prune. All techniques and projects are shown in close-up step-by-step photography and diagrams, making this an essential book on the subject for any gardener.

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A comprehensive practical guide to digital manga and anime, suitable for both complete beginners and experienced digital artists. An informative introduction covers all the equipment you will need, with step-by-step guides to using the tools of Adobe Photoshop to create different effects. It also covers the translation of manga characters to the screen in the creation of anime, including the software you will need, pre-production and animation.,

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This book is an evidence-based, practical guide to enable pre- and in-service teachers, system and school leaders to maximise studentsÂ’ understanding of classroom teaching and assessment, improving outcomes and expanding opportunities for all students.Developing accessible assessment and pedagogy is especially critical when students have language and/or attentional difficulties; what if there were some simple things schools could do to make learning and assessment easier for all students to understand, from the outset? This book presents robust evidence from world-leading collaborative research in three large secondary schools that proactively designing classroom instruction and assessment for accessibility makes a positive difference for students and teachers. Evidence from eye-tracking technology, classroom observations, questionnaires and interviews with students and teachers, and summative assessment results points to what can change and why these changes are important. Written in the same plain language and humour as its best-selling sister, Inclusive Education for the 21st Century: Theory, Policy and Practice, this new book explains accessibility and why it matters, and details processes for designing out barriers in summative assessment and pedagogy. Stories from partner schools about how they spread these gains across the whole school make this an accessibility playbook to drive whole school and system reform.Teachers, Heads of Department, Principals, Speech Pathologists and other professionals will find this text a rich source of professional learning for individuals and teams with discussion prompts for leaders and teachers at the end of each chapter.

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For undergraduate and postgraduate students in management consulting and MBA courses with a consulting module. Gain consulting insights into business decision making in todayâ ™s environment Business and Management Consulting, 6th Edition, by Wickham and Wilcock, was first published as Management Consulting over 20 years ago to guide students through the consultancy process. This new, renamed edition reflects the way in which the consulting world has changed over the past two decades. New digital technologies have made information more accessible and changed the way businesses operate in todayâ ™s faster-paced, more volatile environment, so management consultants need to have a wider view of their client company. Management consulting remains a popular career choice but undertaking a consulting project for the first time can seem daunting. This book continues to offer a practical guide to balancing theory and practice, while also giving tips and techniques to the more seasoned practitioner, so it is ideal for anyone who is undertaking a consulting project. This is delivered from the accumulated knowledge and insight of the authors and contributors, who all have been consultants. Pearson, the world s learning company.

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Vidyamala Burch has suffered with chronic pain for over 30 years due to congenital weakness, a car accident and unsuccessful surgery. She is now a wheelchair user. In this positive and reassuring new book, she identifies that it is our resistance to pain which causes it to be so distressing and miserable. We don t want it to be happening to us, and we wish we weren t experiencing it. LIVING WELL WITH PAIN AND ILLNESS is a practical guide to living with and managing chronic pain through the principle of mindfulness. By developing a calm awareness of your body and your pain, you can learn to let go of the frustration and suffering that you associate the pain with, and the pain will reduce.Vidyamala Burch uses easy-to follow breathing techniques and powerful mindfulness meditations which teach you how to live in the present moment. LIVING WELL WITH PAIN AND ILLNESS includes helpful illustrations, offers effective ways of managing chronic pain and is a must-read for all sufferers.

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The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller* A beautiful and practical guide to both designing and maintaining a garden and written in her inimitable no-nonsense yet relatable style. The Home Page_________Design the garden of your dreams with the expertise of award-winning garden designer Pollyanna Wilkinson.How to Design A Garden shows you how to untap your gardenâ ™s potential and customise the design to suit you and your space: whether that be an extension of your living space for parties and al fresco dining or a calming oasis to relax in.Equipped with all you need to know about light, focal points, hardscaping, and planting, youâ ™ll have the skills to create a mood board, design layout, choose paving, furniture, and plant combinations. Polly expertly guides you to understand how the elements in your garden will work together as one â “ and she is not shy to share her opinions on certain design dos and don ts!Once youâ ™ve designed your garden, month-by-month growing guides help you to nurture it, so you can enjoy your dream space for years to come.*How to Design A Garden made the Sunday Times Bestseller list in February 2025

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A practical guide to outdoor skills and crafts, designed to coax kids away from their screens and discover how to become intrepid explorers.

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An Introduction to Narratology is an accessible, practical guide to narratological theory and terminology and its application to literature. In this book, Monika Fludernik outlines: the key concepts of style, metaphor and metonymy, and the history of narrative forms narratological approaches to interpretation and the linguistic aspects of texts, including new cognitive developments in the fieldhow students can use narratological theory to work with texts, incorporating detailed practical examplesa glossary of useful narrative terms, and suggestions for further reading.This textbook offers a comprehensive overview of the key aspects of narratology by a leading practitioner in the field. It demystifies the subject in a way that is accessible to beginners, but also reflects recent theoretical developments and narratologyâ ™s increasing popularity as a critical tool.

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An international bestseller and TikTok sensation with more than 10 million copies sold worldwide, The Courage to Be Disliked is a transformative and practical guide to personal happiness and self-fulfillment.Now you can unlock your full potential and free yourself from the shackles of past traumas and societal expectations to find true personal happiness. Based on the theories of renowned psychologist Alfred Adler, this book guides you through the principles of self-forgiveness, self-care, and mind decluttering in a straightforward, easy-to-digest style that’s accessible to all.The Courage to Be Disliked unfolds as a dialogue between a philosopher and a young man, who, over the course of five enriching conversations, realizes that each of us is in control of our life’s direction, independent of past burdens and expectations of others. Wise, empowering, and profoundly liberating, this book is a life-changing experience that shows you a path to lasting happiness and how to finally be the person you truly want to be. Millions are already benefiting from its teachings—and you can be next.

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Cut with confidence: know when and how to prune your trees and plants with this complete guide from the experts at the RHS.Keep your garden in top shape with the RHS s guide to pruning over 800 plants, shrubs, fruit bushes, ornamental trees, and climbing plants. Clear artworks and step-by-step photographs guide you through some of the simplest â “ and also more complicated â “ approaches to keeping your plants in good order.Knowing how to prune and shape plants correctly will help you achieve the best displays of flowers, produce bumper crops of fruit, and help your plants remain disease-free. A practical A-Z approach, organised by plant type, displays detailed information in an easy-to-use format, as well as guides for more specialised techniques. Whether pinch or renovation pruning, or pollaring and topiary, this book has it all.

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THE PRACTICAL GUIDE TO KNOTS KNOT TYING Over 200 tying techniques, comprehensively illustrated in 1200 step-by-step photographs This reference manual and practical handbook presents over 200 knots, illustrating how to tie them in step-by-step photographs and clear, detailed text. All the key knot types are covered: bends, hitches, bindings, loops, mats, plaits, rings and slings. There are knots for many outdoor pursuits including fishing, sailing, caving and climbing. These include familiar knots, such as the simple Overhand or Thumb Knot, and more challenging knots such as the Wrapped Reef Knotted Coil. Each set of instructions is clearly written and accompanied by precise photographs that take you through every step of tying the knot. Whether you are an eager beginner or a lifelong devotee of the satisfying art of knot-tying, this book will prove an absorbing and indispensable guide.

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An essential family reference to keeping hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, birds, reptiles and fish A newly-updated practical guide to pet-keeping, covering all aspects of choosing and caring for small mammals including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and jirds, chinchillas, rats and mice – plus birds, herptiles, invertebrates and fish. Each chapter features the most popular breeds in each species, based on general availability and suitability. Find out how to choose the best pet for your lifestyle plus practical tips on buying a pet; housing and exercise; foods for a balanced diet; pet health and what to do when your pet is sick. This is a perfect reference book on petcare for any owner. Expert advice on choosing and buying a pet, the breeds, housing, feeding, handling, showing and health care. Helpful information and fascinating insights about every aspect of caring for the most popular pet species. How to select the right pet for your lifestyle, including choosing exotic species and the most suitable pets for young children and families. Maintaining a pet’s health, plus the equipment needed to house, feed and exercise pets correctly, and detailed advice on training, handling, showing and breeding pets.

Objev podobné jako Small Pets and Pet Care, The Complete Practical Guide to - David Alderton

A Practical Guide to Equine Radiography is designed to accompany the clinical veterinarian either within a hospital setting or out in the field. The book offers an informative step-by-step guide to obtaining high quality radiographs with a focus on image quality, accuracy, consistency and safety. General principles and equipment are covered before working through the anatomy of the horse with separate chapters devoted to each body region, providing a thorough and detailed picture of the skeletal structure of the horse, making the book an ideal reference for professionals involved with horse health and disease.Features provided in the book will guide the veterinarian through the stages of taking and interpreting normal radiographs and include:·   Clinical indications of radiographic areas of interest in the horse·   Equipment required·   Preparation and setup guides, supported by photographs·   Projections focusing on radiographic areas of interest, aided by photographs·   x-rays presented with detailed labels, providing a close-up view of skeletal structures·   Three dimensional images demonstrating normal anatomyA Practical Guide to Equine Radiography is an essential tool for equine practitioners, veterinary students and para-professionals.

Objev podobné jako A Practical Guide to Equine Radiography - Gabriel Manso Diaz, Renate Weller, Javier Lopez San Roman

This stunningly illustrated book is a reference guide for magical correspondences found in nature. It is an unmissable resource for understanding and utilising the properties of over 500 natural items, from herbs and crystals to animals, elements, woods, and more. An experienced spellcaster, Jessica Lahoud wants to empower everyone with the ability to integrate these tools into their practice, harnessing the natural energies around us. A Practical Guide to Magic in Nature is a road map to unlocking the enchantment of the natural world. This extensive reference guide sets out to uncover the magical correspondences of more than 500 crystals, plants, animals, the elements and heavenly bodies. Use this guide to discover your innate magic and how you fit into the world of magic surrounding you.Explore the mystical properties of crystals and their extraordinary ability to emanate energy. Discover the age-old wisdom of plants and their profound capacity for healing, the spiritual messages conveyed by the animal kingdom that reveal their role as messengers of the spirit world and learn about the power of planets and stars as they align to influence our collective destiny.

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A comprehensive field guide to the birds of OmanOman is a truly amazing birding destination. In terms of avifauna it lies at the crossroads between Asian and African species â “ Arabian desert species to the north, and a host of Afrotropical species occurring in the monsoon-swept south that don t occur anywhere else in the Western Palaearctic, while also being a destination for Palearctic migrants.With much of the Middle East now effectively off-limits to birders, people are increasingly turning to Oman and its avian riches. And what riches they are â “ highlights include the Omani Owl, a suite of regionally scarce wheatears, exotic pigeons, shearwaters and storm-petrels that can be seen from the beach, a host of wintering eagles plus impressive residents such as Verreaux s, the only accessible sites for Arabian Golden-winged Grosbeak and Yemen Serin ... the list goes on and on.This book is a comprehensive field guide to the birds of this fascinating and welcoming country. All 528 species on the Oman Bird List are featured on 116 superb colour plates, with full coverage of age, sex and subspecific plumage variation. Concise species accounts cover key identification features - including habitat and voice - with colour maps showing the breeding, wintering and migration distributions for all regularly occurring species.Birds of Oman is the perfect guide to this wonderful country s birdlife. Written by the world s leading expert on Middle Eastern birds, Richard Porter, along with Oman bird specialist Jens Eriksen, it is indispensible for any naturalist visiting this jewel of the Middle East.

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Covering every aspect of fetal heart examination and all major cardiac malformations, A Practical Guide to Fetal Echocardiography is widely acknowledged as the definitive text in this challenging field. This award-winning title clearly depicts examples of commonly seen abnormalities and day-to-day cases, as well as rare pathology. Authored by renowned experts, the fully updated fourth edition is a lavishly illustrated, easy-to-read text designed to serve as a comprehensive reference for all practitioners involved in cardiac imaging. Features significant revisions including several new chapters, new artwork, and updated reference lists. Discusses disorders in terms of the ultrasound findings with key points summarized at the end of each chapter. Images are accompanied by clear, colorful schematic drawings that depict cardiac abnormalities. Features the addition of Approach to Diagnosis, an algorithm at the end of each chapter to assist providers in reaching the proper diagnosis. Includes numerous tables that outline common and differentiating features of various cardiac malformations. Covers the technical aspects of the cardiac exam in the first half of the text; the second half features detailed discussions of fetal cardiac malformations, each presented in a practical, methodical format that includes the definition, spectrum of disease and incidence, the use of gray scale, color Doppler, 3D and early gestation ultrasound in diagnosis, followed by the differential diagnosis, prognosis, and outcome. Features a practical, concise, easy-to-use format, making it indispensable for both physicians and sonographers in the detection of congenital heart disease. Winner of British Medical Association Awards 2016: BMA Medical Book of the Year and Obstetrics and Gynecology - First Prize. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Change can often seem like an impossible task, but this practical book will help you put it into perspective. With guidance from two experts, you ll recognise the behaviours and thoughts that hold you back, and will develop skills to think more positively, act more calmly and feel better about yourself. A new and updated edition, this book is full of activities and experiments to explore and challenge, stories and exercises to provide perspective, and a clear framework to encourage and guide you, using the same tools employed by CBT practitioners. The authors friendly and supportive approach will help you learn to manage recurrences of negative thinking and behaviours, and to develop strong coping strategies. CBT incorporates the latest therapies and research, including ACT and mindfulness, and explicitly addresses problem areas like insomnia and depression. This edition includes a new chapter focusing on practical advice about making changes and the principles of T.E.A.M-CBT.

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In recent years, puppetry has enjoyed a huge revival on the stages of our theatres, dance venues and opera houses. Large-scale productions such as War Horse and The Lion King have revitalized age-old techniques to attract new audiences and develop the power of storytelling. Puppetry is now seen not only as a specialist art form that exists on its own, but also as a vital tool in the armoury of theatrical storytellers. A Practical Guide to Puppetry offers a comprehensive overview to this versatile art form, exploring established techniques and offering expert instruction on styles from shadow puppetry to group puppetry. Each method is illustrated with practical and accessible exercises, achievable either individually or in a group workshop or rehearsal. With over eighty exercises for improvising, training, designing and directing puppetry, accompanied by 400 illustrations, this new book gives a complete approach to puppeteering with objects, simple puppets and puppets with mechanisms.

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Step-by-step techniques for cultivating organic produce on your plot all year round This newly updated edition guides the budding allotmenter through every step of successful growing from early planning to planting and harvesting. Information on tools, equipment and soil management follows, along with a chapter on what to grow where, crop rotation, companion planting and growing both outdoors and in a greenhouse. Techniques such as sowing, propagation, feeding, watering, pruning, harvesting and storing are examined with easy- to-follow instructions and examples. There are directories of vegetables, fruit and herbs that outline the specific requirements of different crops while a section on plant health helps to deal with common pests and diseases and carry out weed management. A season-by-season calendar of care ensures you do the right jobs at the right time.

Objev podobné jako Practical Guide to Allotment Gardening: Growing Vegetables and Fruit - Christine Lavelle, Mick Lavelle

A directory of chickens, ducks, geese and turkeys, and how to keep them, with more than 700 photographs, by Fred Hams This comprehensive book contains all the information that you need in order to start keeping poultry. A buyer’s guide shows what features to look for in healthy poultry, and essential information is provided on good poultry husbandry to ensure optimum welfare. A beautifully illustrated guide to poultry breeds of the world follows. Each breed is illustrated with a lavish photograph, and detailed text describes the breed type and characteristics. A final chapter looks at popular goose, duck and turkey breeds. If you are interested in keeping chickens in the back yard, selling eggs for profit, or exhibiting pure breeds, this is the perfect book for you. Fred Hams started his own poultry farm in 1960. He has served on the Ministry of Agriculture’s Genetic Resources Committee and is a founding member of the Rare Poultry Society. He is a National Championship Judge, helped start the poultry fanciers magazine Fancy Fowl, and is a consultant to the best-selling Practical Poultry magazine.

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A comprehensive illustrated visual handbook to the game, including history, rules, tips and techniques, with a guide to all the variations from seven-card stud to texas hold em.

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Squashes and pumpkins come in many shapes, sizes and colours. This guide also covers other members of the gourd family, from marrows to courgettes and cucumbers. Practical information is given on how to grow each type, as well as harvesting and cooking uses.

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How to use scented bulbs, annuals, schrubs and trees to create a welcoming and relaxing outdoor environment.

Objev podobné jako Planting for Visual Impact and Scent in Borders and Containers - Richard Bird, Andrew Mikolajski, Jackie Matthews

The Oxford Guide to Arthurian Literature and Legend is both a critical history of the Arthurian tradition and a reference guide to Arthurian works, names, and symbols. It offers a comprehensive survey of the legends in all of their manifestations, from their origins in medieval literature to their adaptation in modern literature, arts, film, and popular culture. Not only does it analyse familiar Arthurian characters and themes, it also demonstrates the tremendous continuity of the legends by examining the ways that they have been reinterpreted over the years. For instance, the motif of the abduction of Guinevere can be traced from Chrétien de Troyes s Lancelot or the Knight of the Cart and the vulgate cycle of French romances in the 13th century, to Malory s retelling of the story in the Morte d Arthur, through various modern adaptations like those in T. H. White s The Once and Future King and the contemporary film First Knight. This indispensable reference guide contains seven essays that trace the development of the Arthurian legend, encyclopedic entries, bibliographies, and a comprehensive index. The essays explore the chronicle and romance traditions, the influence of Malory, the Grail legend, the figures of Gawain and Merlin, and the story of Tristan and Isolt. The entries, which highlight key Arthurian characters, symbols, and places, offer quick and easy references. The extensive chapter-by-chapter bibliographies, which are subdivided by topic, augment the general bibliography of Arthurian resources. Comprehensive in its analysis and hypertextual in its approach, The Oxford Guide to Arthurian Literature and Legend is an essential reference book for Arthurian scholars, medievalists, and for those interested in cultural studies of myth and legend.

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Dowsing is both an art and a science, connecting the rational, conscious mind with intuition. To become a dowser is an exciting journey of self-discovery, balancing and integrating themind and spirit. This unique practical guide shows how you can use simple tools such as pendulums to apply dowsing to all aspects of your life – at home, in the workplace, in the garden, and in your community, to heal yourself and others. It includes working with earth energies, geopathic stress, place memory, power focus, chi paths, and auras, and the step-by-step dowsing sequences include assessing food vitality, choosing flower essences, and remedies to treat illness and improve health. Harness the earth’s energies for health and healing, with 150 step-by-step photographs.

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All the techniques - from aperture and focus to framing and composition - to manipulating computer images.,

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Using the ancient powers of placement to create harmony in your home, garden and office, shown in over 800 diagrams and pictures in a fully updated and expanded new edition. This comprehensive illustrated guide to the powerful Chinese art of Feng Shui covers homes, gardens and offices. It will encourage you to discard everything that clutters your life by encouraging positive energy flows inside the home, and creating a nurturing garden based on natural forces. At work, you will find that relatively small changes can have instant impact. Over 800 illustrations, including commissioned photographs and easy-to-follow charts, show you how this increasingly popular ancient philosophy can be used in the modern world. It will focus your thoughts about your environment and help you create the life you really want.A full historical explanation of the origins and development of the ancient science of Feng Shui explains the principles and practice to create supportive environments that will enhance your life, foster your health, improve relationships and encourage prosperity and a fulfilling lifestyle. There is practical advice on applying Feng Shui, from what to look for when moving house to adding minor details to your existing surroundings for maximum impact. Over 800 photographs, floor plans and diagrams illustrate structural and design ideas for health, wealth and happiness.‘The book is one of the finest I have come across on the subject and is a pleasure to read.’ Rashmi Chugh, Editor, Hindustan Times

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Master IT Hardware, Software, and Troubleshooting⠔and Fully Prepare for the Latest CompTIA® A+ Certification Exams (220-1201 220-1202) The Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software is your all-in-one, real-world, full-color resource for building the skills you need to become a confident, job-ready IT technician⠔and for passing the updated CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) exams. Built around the latest A+ exam objectives, this comprehensive guide helps you connect, configure, manage, and troubleshoot today s most widely used devices, operating systems, and cloud-based technologies⠔all in the context of real IT scenarios. You ll gain hands-on expertise with Windows 11, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS, mobile and IoT devices, Active Directory, cybersecurity, scripting, and more. Award-winning instructors Cheryl Schmidt and Christopher Lee combine technical depth with a strong focus on customer service and workplace-ready soft skills. Legacy technologies are also covered to prepare you for any environment you may encounter in the field. What You⠙ll Learn and How You⠙ll Learn It: Covers All Current A+ Exam Objectives: Stay focused with clear coverage of every topic tested on the 220-1201 and 220-1202 exams. Real-World, Visual Learning: Hundreds of full-color photos, illustrations, and tables help you understand how things work. Hands-On Tech Tips: Practical insights and field-tested troubleshooting advice throughout the book. Professional Skills Focus: Soft skills tips and team-building exercises help you develop the communication and collaboration abilities today⠙s employers demand. Extensive Practice and Review Tools: Learning Objectives and Key Terms at the start of each chapter Review questions including multiple choice, true/false, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and open-ended formats Critical thinking activities to reinforce deeper understanding Certification Exam Tips to help you study smarter Chapter Summaries Glossary: Recap and reinforce key takeaways for fast and effective study. Free Online Companion: Complete A+ Lab Manual Available for free online, the Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software Lab Manual offers 140+ hands-on labs that walk you through: PC components and mobile device repair Wired and wireless networking Operating system installation and configuration Security fundamentals Real-world troubleshooting scenarios Step-by-step instructions, built-in challenges, and critical thinking questions help you practice, experiment, and build confidence with core A+ topics. Whether you re preparing for the exam or the workplace⠔or both⠔this lab manual ensures you re ready. Perfect for students, instructors, and career changers alike, this guide will prepare you for both certification success and on-the-job performance in today⠙s fast-moving IT environments.

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Using statistics to analyse research data can be tricky when you are getting started. This book shows you how to effectively conduct statistical analysis in both R and SPSS without getting overwhelmed by complex theories and formulas.It is a practical manual that uses worked examples to help you get to grips with running statistical tests using commonly used software. Straightforward and clear, it assumes no prior knowledge and calmly takes you from reading the first page to completing your own analysis.It also: Covers all the statistics you need to know to pass your exam and do well at coursework Presents varied, adaptable solutions to common problems. Embeds road-tested best practice into every stage of your analysis. Provides you with programming skills that boost your employability.  Gives any essential theory in a simple, easy to follow, manner Helps to bridge the gap between using SPSS and R (or vice versa)If you want to strengthen your grasp of statistics, overcome statistics anxiety or just pass your course - this is the guide for you.Â

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This field guide enables the identification of a range of invasive plants and animals now found in Britain.The impact of invasive organisms is second only to habitat loss as a threat to biodiversity and yet, despite increasing ecological awareness, people remain largely unaware of these plants and animals and their potentially devastating impact. Although most biological introductions fail, many prove successful and these can prove disastrous for native fauna and flora.Field Guide to Invasive Plants and Animals in Britainis the first unified guide dedicated to the identification of introduced species. Pocket-sized and packed with photographs and detailed maps showing the spread of species, it is the definitive handbook for the amateur naturalist looking to identify and learn more about Britain s invasive flora and fauna. It is also an important tool for ecologists and land managers attempting to tackle the problem these species pose.

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A guide to the most illuminating literature of the modern world. Science fiction and fantasy comprise some of the great works of the human imagination—and some of the most abhorrent. This is your Politically Incorrect Guide® to a literary tradition that is a key to understanding the modern world. Before men knew how to write, they were telling each other stories of gods and monsters. But science fiction and fantasy are not escapist literatures and they never have been. Science fiction grapples with the great questions of technology and human society. Fantasy grapples with the great questions of the human spirit. A reader who can find his way to the enduring classics of these genres will be immeasurably enriched. In this book you’ll learn about futurists and dreamers such as Ray Bradbury and J. R. R. Tolkien, master storytellers such as Orson Scott Card and Isaac Asimov, troubled scribes such as J. K. Rowling and George R. R. Martin, and failed visionaries who preach a dysfunctional anti-human future such as Ursula LeGuin and the covens of woke disciples infesting the literature of the imagination.The Politically Incorrect Guide to Science Fiction and Fantasy is a gazetteer to futures filled with big dreams and innovation, imparting a healthy sense of wonder and mapping those dangerous regions filled with dragons waiting to consume with fire the careless, uninformed, and prideful. All is chaos, yet nothing is new. This is the perfect moment to give guidance to readers and to new practitioners alike.

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“Practical and sized just right, for places where Google can’t always be summoned. Includes a guide to what’s edible for foragers and key illustrations, in addition to recipes.” —The Washington Post What to eat, where to find it, and how to cook it!Renowned outdoors expert and New York Times bestselling author Dave Canterbury provides you with all you need to know about packing, trapping, and preparing food for your treks and wilderness travels. Whether you re headed out for a day hike or a weeklong expedition, you ll find everything you need to survive--and eat well--out in the wild. Canterbury makes certain you re set by not only teaching you how to hunt and gather, but also giving you recipes to make while on the trail. Complete with illustrations to accompany his instructions and a full-color photo guide of plants to forage and those to avoid, this is the go-to reference to keep in your pack. The Bushcraft Field Guide to Trapping, Gathering, and Cooking in the Wild helps you achieve the full outdoor experience. With it, you ll be prepared to set off on your trip and enjoy living off the land.

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A comprehensive field guide to the magnificent birdlife of Costa Rica.Graced with bounteous natural beauty, Costa Rica has become a popular destination for ecologically aware travellers from all over the world. Perhaps the country s most remarkable draw is its stunning birdlife, which is one of the largest and most diverse of any country in the world. The shimmering quetzals, brightly coloured macaws and spectacular toucans that populate tourism posters only begin to hint at the magnificent avian diversity to be found throughout this small country.Now in its second edition, the objective of this book is to help you correctly identify birds in Costa Rica. Each family of birds is introduced by a brief description that should help the novice birder determine to which group a bird belongs. 903 species in total are included on 174 stunning colour plates by artist Robert Dean. Corresponding to each species illustration is a written account on the facing page, covering the unique field marks to look for that will distinguish each species from similar ones, along with information about status, distribution and vocalisation. Most species accounts include a map indicating its distribution within Costa Rica.This pocket-friendly yet authoritative field guide is an essential companion for anyone visiting this astoundingly bird-rich corner of Central America.

Objev podobné jako Field guide to Birds of Costa Rica - Richard Garrigues

Monocle’s latest book unpacks what makes a perfect shopping experience and offers tips on how to launch, design and run your own store. A must-have guide. The world of retail has never been so ­challenged thanks to a mix of e-commerce, unimaginative brand owners and greedy landlords. Yet while many stores have ­stumbled, a new generation of storekeepers and department store owners is arising. Is this the dawn of a new, independent age of bricks and mortar retail?Since launch the retail world has been one of the pillars of Monocle’s editorial ­coverage. On their travels around the world, the magazine’s editors are constantly looking for well-designed fit-outs, the people setting new benchmarks in service and the stores offering the smartest product mix.At the heart of all this is an understanding that a memorable shopping experience relies on a delicate balance of an inviting space, a warm welcome and a sense of discovery (not to mention covetable products)―but an understanding, too, that shops and shopkeepers play an indispensable role in creating lively neighbourhoods and vibrant high streets. This new book from Monocle reveals the global media brand’s 100 favourite shops worldwide, from the independent fashion boutique to the department store that takes up a city block. It also offers a few top tips and advice on how to launch and run your own retail venture, as well as a collection of sharp essays and snappy interviews. The Monocle Guide to Shops, Kiosks and Markets is a handbook for any aspiring shopkeeper, stocking a wealth of insight and inspiration.

Objev podobné jako The Monocle Guide to Shops, Kiosks and Markets - Monocle Travel Guide

This groundbreaking new guide is an authoritative field reference for these two groups of animals.The taxonomy and systematics of European reptiles and amphibians have changed a lot in recent years, yet there is no modern, up-to-date field guide available that comprehensively covers all the species. The last illustrated field guide to European reptiles and amphibians was first published 38 years ago, and remains outdated despite occasional reprints and new editions. This major new field guide addresses this deficiency. A total of 219 species are covered in detail, with a focus on identification and geographical variation; species texts also cover distribution, habitat and behaviour. Superb colour illustrations by talented artist Ilian Velikov depict every species and all major variations, and colour photographs are also included for most species.The book includes over 370 colour artworks and 200 colour photographs, 155 accurate and up-to-date distribution maps, and easy-to-use keys and tables to help with swift species identification.

Objev podobné jako Field Guide to the Amphibians and Reptiles of Britain and Europe - Bobby Bok, Wouter Beukema, Jeroen Speybroeck, Jan Van Der Voort

Practical and portable, this is the ultimate field guide to the world s cetaceansThis outstanding field guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date guide to these popular mammals. With more than 500 accurate illustrations â “ complete with detailed annotations pointing out the most significant field marks â “ Field Guide to Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises covers all 93 species and every subspecies in the world.Many of the worldâ ™s most respected whale biologists have collaborated on the concise text, which is packed with helpful identification tips from cetacean expert Mark Carwardine. Markâ ™s informative text is accompanied by up-to-date distribution maps for each species. Beautifully designed to ensure critical information is quickly accessible, this is an indispensable resource that every whale-watcher will want to take with them out to sea.

Objev podobné jako Field Guide to Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises - Mark Carwardine

An illustrated guide to varieties and how to grow them, with culinary tips for each.

Objev podobné jako Growing Berries and Currants - Richard Bird, Kate Whiteman

Louise is a voice you can really trust. I ve learnt so much from her and now you can too. - Holly Willoughby Dr Louise is a miracle worker - Lorraine Kelly Louise is my No. 1 go-to when it comes to anything menopause and this book is perfect for when I m worried about anything. - Alison Hammond Louise Newson is wonderful... a real expert in her field. - Joe WicksYour complete, expert, evidence-based guide to the perimenopause and menopause.Dr Louise Newson is fast becoming the leading medical expert on hormone health. This revised and expanded edition of her bestselling book has all the information and advice you need to understand the impact of low hormone levels on your perimenopause symptoms as well as on your future health post-menopause. There s an up-to-date guide to HRT doses, how to deal with HRT availability fluctuations, new research on testosterone and its benefits beyond libido boosting and startling findings on how low hormones can increase our propensity towards addictive behaviours, including intake of alcohol. New interviews with experts including Dr Lisa Mosconi discuss pertinent questions such as whether HRT can reduce the risk of dementia, and new case studies from Newson Health reveal essential research on how hormone imbalance can impact the neurodivergent brain.With the gender pay gap highlighting inequality in the workplace and women s pension pots diminished, it is vitally important that the frightening stats showing almost 60% of women have taken time off work or reduced their hours due to menopause symptoms are broadcast far and wide. This book will empower and inform you to improve your own menopause care as well as understand the bigger societal issues that have been ignored for far too long.

Objev podobné jako The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause - The Sunday Times bestseller 2024 - Dr Louise Newson

This Revised edition of A Straightforward Guide to Personal Pensions and The Pension Industry has been rewritten extensively and updates essential information and including relevant changes to law and practice to 2025. The book is a practical and informative guide for those who want to know more about their pension options, both state and private pensions, and also taxation. With the aid of this invaluable guide, the whole of the pensions maze should be rendered that much clearer.

Objev podobné jako A Straightforward Guide to Personal Pensions and the Pensions Industry - Patrick Grant

A bewildering range of vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements is now widely available to us all, but information about their health benefits cannot be given on the packaging as it would constitute a health claim. In this jargon-free guide leading expert on sensible supplementation, Dr Sarah Brewer, sets out all you need to know about the main supplements, and suggests which to take for specific health problems. It includes:A-Z guide to 150 supplements for a brighter and healthier life.Clearly explains the benefits, possible side effects and contraindications.Thoroughly sets out the research evidence to back their efficacy.Recommends supplements for common problems such as IBS, chronic fatigue, recurrent candida and arthritis.Packed with clear and concise answers, this essential guide explains the use of supplements to maintain or improve your daily health.

Objev podobné jako The Essential Guide to Vitamins, Minerals and Herbal Supplements - Dr Sarah Brewer

Master IT hardware and software installation, configuration, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting and fully prepare for the CompTIA® A+ Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102) exams This is your all-in-one, real-world, full-color guide to connecting, managing, and troubleshooting modern devices and systems in authentic IT scenarios. Its thorough instruction built on the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102) exam objectives includes coverage of Windows 11, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS, cloud-based software, mobile and IoT devices, security, Active Directory, scripting, and other modern techniques and best practices for IT management. Award-winning instructor Cheryl Schmidt also addresses widely-used legacy technologies⠔making this the definitive resource for mastering the tools and technologies you ll encounter in real IT and business environments. Schmidt s emphasis on both technical and soft skills will help you rapidly become a well-qualified, professional, and customer-friendly technician. Learn more quickly and thoroughly with these study and review tools: Learning Objectives and chapter opening lists of CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Objectives make sure you know exactly what you ll be learning, and you cover all you need to know Hundreds of photos, figures, and tables present information in a visually compelling full-color design Practical Tech Tips provide real-world IT tech support knowledge Soft Skills best-practice advice and team-building activities in every chapter cover key tools and skills for becoming a professional, customer-friendly technician Review Questions⠔including true/false, multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and open-ended questions⠔carefully assess your knowledge of each learning objective Thought-provoking activities help students apply and reinforce chapter content, and allow instructors to ⠜flip⠝ the classroom if they choose Key Terms identify exam words and phrases associated with each topic Detailed Glossary clearly defines every key term Dozens of Critical Thinking Activities take you beyond the facts to deeper understanding Chapter Summaries recap key concepts for more efficient studying Certification Exam Tips provide insight into the certification exam and preparation process Now available online for free, the companion Lab Manual! The companion Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software Lab Manual provides students hands-on practice with various computer parts, mobile devices, wired networking, wireless networking, operating systems, and security. The 140 labs are designed in a step-by-step manner that allows students to experiment with various technologies and answer questions along the way to consider the steps being taken. Some labs include challenge areas to further practice the new concepts. The labs ensure students gain the experience and confidence required to succeed in industry.

Objev podobné jako Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software - Cheryl Schmidt, Christopher Lee

Unstressable applies Mo Gawdat s brilliant engineering mind and Alice Law s psychology and stress-management expertise to the stress pandemic . This follow up to bestselling Solve For Happy will show you that chronic stress is not an unavoidable part of modern life, but a predictable – and therefore preventable – response, often as much to do with negative thought patterns as external circumstances. Mo explains how he made it through the most acutely stressful times in his own life, and the book touches on the idea of post-traumatic growth – both on a personal level and in response to huge events that affected all of us, such as the COVID pandemic and subsequent economic turmoil.Practical exercises will help you build up the skills to manage stress no matter your circumstances, backed up by neuroscience and accessible psychology.

Objev podobné jako Unstressable: A Practical Guide to Stress-Free Living - Mo Gawdat, Alice Law

This book is a complete guide to Forest School provision and Nature Pedagogy and it examines the models, methods, worldviews and values that underpin teaching in nature. Cree and Robb show how a robust Nature Pedagogy can support learning, behaviour, and physical and emotional wellbeing, and, importantly, a deeper relationship with the natural world. They offer an overview of what a Forest School programme could look like through the year. The Essential Guide to Forest School and Nature Pedagogy provides â ˜real-lifeâ ™ examples from a variety of contexts, sample session plans and detailed guidance on using language, crafting and working with the natural world. This accessible resource guides readers along the Forest School path, covering topics such as: the history of nature education; our sensory system in nature; Forest School ethos and worldview and playing and crafting in the natural world. Guiding practitioners through planning for a programme, including taking care of a woodland site and preparing all the essential policies and procedures for working with groups and nature, this book is written by dedicated Forest School and nature education experts and is essential reading for settings, schools, youth groups, families and anyone working with children and young people.

Objev podobné jako The Essential Guide to Forest School and Nature Pedagogy - Jon Cree, Marina Robb

This ground-breaking new book shows how easy it is for seniors to carry on gardening, into and way beyond retirement. It looks at different kinds of homes and the gardens they provide, assessing the location, local climate and soil type and evaluating problems such as arthritis and loss of balance. The book also outlines the importance of taking care of your body, summarizing the safety issues, what to wear, warm-up exercises and equipment to make the garden easy to access for unsteady feet or wheelchairs. Included is a directory that profiles the many planting choices available, each with a difficulty rating and a hardiness category. Gardening for Seniors is packed with projects, garden plans and step-by-step sequences. It will appeal to active gardeners in their early retirement through to those with more limited abilities, showing how, by adapting garden activities and the tools employed, the joy of gardening will remain undiminished.• A fresh and inspiring new guide to gardening forthose on their more advanced years, from activeretirees to those with more limited abilities• Essential reading for anyone who wants to enjoytheir garden forever, as well as those that want togive an enjoyment of the garden to enrich the livesof less able seniors in their care• Accessible step-by-step techniques and advice,from planning and equipment to planting andmaintenance, with over 900 instructional andinspirational photographs• Presents a range of special equipment to helpgardeners with a variety of conditions, includinghypertension, arthritis, balance and back problems• Packed with projects designed for older gardeners,this unique volume reveals how you can adaptgarden activities to ensure the joy of gardeningremains undiminished

Objev podobné jako Illustrated Practical Guide to Gardening for Seniors - Patty Cassidy

Dogs can find themselves homeless and living on the streets for a wide variety of reasons. The lucky ones are taken to rescue shelters where staff work hard to re-home them. Adopting and caring for a re-homed dog can be challenging at first, but when it works out you really do have a friend for life. This new book includes everything that anyone taking on a rescue dog will need to know. It addresses a rescue dog’s specific needs, such as learning to play, coping with separation anxiety, eating disorders and lack of trust, and provides practical, expert guidance on how best to deal with issues as they arise to make your dog grow in confidence and security over time.

Objev podobné jako My Rescue Dog: A practical guide to providing a forever home - David Alderton

A Straightforward Guide to Buying Selling and Renting Out Your Property-Revised Edition-is a comprehensive and clear guide for all who are involved in the purchase, sale or renting of property. This book is particularly relevant now considering the current property market, the uncertainties created by COVID 19 and the need to be aware of the fundamental points when buying selling and renting in 2022. The book covers all aspects of the sales and purchase process including auctions and is up to date to 2022.

Objev podobné jako A Straightforward Guide to Buying, Selling and Renting out a P roperty - Frank Worth

A potent combination of art, science, and boundless enthusiasm, this art instruction book from John Muir Laws (author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds) is a how-to guide for becoming a better artist and a more attentive naturalist. In straightforward text complemented by step-by-step illustrations, dozens of exercises lead the hand and mind through creating accurate reproductions of plants and animals as well as landscapes, skies, and more. Laws provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. While the book’s advice will improve the skills of already accomplished artists, the emphasis on seeing, learning, and feeling will make this book valuable—even revelatory—to anyone interested in the natural world, no matter how rudimentary their artistic abilities.

Objev podobné jako The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling - John Muir Laws

Chronic pain affects huge numbers of people - the WHO estimates that 37-41% of people across developed and developing countries suffer, and the figure rises in countries like the UK where the population is ageing. From arthritis to migraine, back pain to diabetes, chronic pain is a huge problem for individuals, their families and carers, health providers and employers.David Walton, a clinical and cognitive psychologist who experiences chronic pain himself, guides readers through an understanding of the nature of pain; how the body and mind react to it; how to minimise pain; and how to choose the right therapies, medication and relief strategies. Modern research is presented in an engaging and positive way, alongside self-assessment questionnaires, case studies and practical do s and don ts.Through an understanding of pain mechanisms and relief strategies, readers will be enabled to manage their symptoms better and regain some control over their daily lives.

Objev podobné jako A Practical Guide to Chronic Pain Management - David Walton

The resource trans people need right now MEG-JOHN BARKER An excellent book JOS TWIST Straightforward and accessible JENNIE KERMODEThis empowering self-help guide provides advice and strategies for trans and/or non-binary people on a range of common mental health issues including anxiety, depression, body image, trauma, suicidal thoughts and dissociation. It provides advice on neutralising negative thoughts, coping with transphobia, coming out, dealing with imposter syndrome, and implementing achievable self-care strategies and mindfulness techniques.Whether you are in a crisis or just looking for ways to improve your life, this reassuring guide is there for you to use in the way that helps you the most, regardless of where you are in your transition, or if you decide not to transition in conventional ways. Combining therapeutic expertise alongside first-hand experience, the book also highlights the importance of understanding and being proud of who you are, to help you live life to the fullest.

Objev podobné jako The Trans Guide to Mental Health and Well-Being - Katy Lees

A detailed guide for frustration-free learning of the basics of needle lace crafting, with 40 different lace patters. Master the art of needle lace making in this image-rich guide. Step by step, it explains the needed materials, takes you through the first, core skills, and teaches the process, from creating the pattern and preparing the support to separating, trimming, and smoothing. Detailed row-by-row drawings and photos clearly showing the threads placements help you learn quickly and without frustration. Then follow the instructions for 40 different lace patterns. Included are many examples of ways you can use your finished lace in beautiful and creative ways, along with dozens of variations that will let you add your own personality to your lace, and understand the draw that lace making has had over time.

Objev podobné jako A Practical Guide to Needle Lace - Jacqueline Peter