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The Pipes of War - A Record of Achievements of Piduring the War 1914-18

By: , John Grant - Bruce Seton

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The Pipes of War - A Record of Achievements of Piduring the War 1914-18

By: , John Grant - Bruce Seton

This record of the achievements of pipers during the war of 1914-18 is not intended to be an appeal to emotionalism. It aims at showing that, in spite of the efforts of a very efficient enemy to prevent individual gallantry, in spite of the physical conditions of the modern battlefield, the pipes of war, the oldest instrument in the world, have played an even greater part in the orchestra of battle in this than they have in past campaigns. The piper, be he Highlander, or Lowlander, or Scot from Overseas, has accomplished the impossible—not rarely and under favourable conditions, but almost as a matter of routine; and to him not Scotland only but the British Empire owes more than they have yet appreciated. In doing so he has sacrificed himself; and Scotland—and the world—must face the fact that a large proportion of the men who played the instrument and kept alive the old traditions have completed their self-imposed task. With 500 pipers killed and 600 wounded something must be done to raise a new generation of players; it is a matter of national importance that this should be taken in hand at once, and that the sons of those who have gone should follow in the footsteps of their fathers...

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400

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anboco

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3736412797

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9783736412798

The Wooden Plane

Its History, Form & Function

By: John M. Whelen

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The Wooden Plane

Its History, Form & Function

By: John M. Whelen

A comprehensive reference that has been called "a work of clarity and imagination so influential it virtually defines its subject," this book describes, illustrates, and classifies all types of wooden planes from the common to the rare and unusual -- tracing their development and explaining their use. Included are both American and English planes, and also French, Dutch, German, Japanese and Chinese. Over 500 pages long, with more than 1,000 illustrations, it also includes: Chapters that describe and illustrate over 90 simple and 300 complex molding profiles; a description and explanation of the planes used by specific trades: the Cooper, Sashmaker, Coachmaker, Wheelwright, Planemaker, Organ Builder, Staircase Builder, Basketmaker, Rulemaker, Chairmaker, and Patternmaker; an Appendix that outlines a system for naming and classifying molding profiles, and another for identifying and classifying any plane based on its physical shape.

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518

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1931626677

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9781931626675

Introductory Group Theory and Its Application to Molecular Structure

By: John Ferraro

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Introductory Group Theory and Its Application to Molecular Structure

By: John Ferraro

The success of the first edition of this book has encouraged us to revise and update it. In the second edition we have attempted to further clarify por tions of the text in reference to point symmetry, keeping certain sections and removing others. The ever-expanding interest in solids necessitates some discussion on space symmetry. In this edition we have expanded the discus sion on point symmetry to include space symmetry. The selection rules in clude space group selection rules (for k = 0). Numerous examples are pro vided to acquaint the reader with the procedure necessary to accomplish this. Recent examples from the literature are given to illustrate the use of group theory in the interpretation of molecular spectra and in the determination of molecular structure. The text is intended for scientists and students with only a limited theoretical background in spectroscopy. For this reason we have presented detailed procedures for carrying out the selection rules and normal coor dinate treatment of molecules. We have chosen to exclude discussion on symmetry aspects of molecular orbital theory and ligand field theory. It has been our approach to highlight vibrational data only, primarily to keep the size and cost of the book to a reasonable limit.

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294

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1468487957

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9781468487954

West Highland Extension Great Railway Journeys Through Time

By: John McGregor

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West Highland Extension Great Railway Journeys Through Time

By: John McGregor

This fascinating selection of photographs gives an insight into the history and landscapes of the West Highland Extension.

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164

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445613506

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Taking Risks, QBE 1886-1994

A History of the QBE Insurance Group

By: John Gunn

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Taking Risks, QBE 1886-1994

A History of the QBE Insurance Group

By: John Gunn

A history of the first 100 years of Australia's largest general insurer

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john gunn

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186373922X

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9781863739221

Tourism and Development in the Third World

By: John Lea

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Tourism and Development in the Third World

By: John Lea

What is the thruth behind the paradise beaches in travel brocures? What can a developing country do when one exotic holiday seems much like another, when political instability or environmental disaster can deter tourist for years, when the tourism industry slips into foreign control? Tourism and Development in the Third World assess the diverse social, economic, and environmental factors which impact on the Third World. Illustrating the analysis with cases which range across tourism in game parks, sex tours and the after-efects of political turmoil, the book explores ways of managing tourism as a resource and evaluates its long-term contribution towards national development.

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102

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Routledge

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1134986750

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9781134986750

The West Highland Railway 120 Years

By: John McGregor

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The West Highland Railway 120 Years

By: John McGregor

A close-up look at 120 years of the West Highland Railways.

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226

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445633566

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9781445633565

The Future of the International Economic Order

An Agenda for Research

By: C. Fred Bergsten,John A. Mathieson

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The Future of the International Economic Order

An Agenda for Research

By: C. Fred Bergsten,John A. Mathieson

Report on international economics, presenting a research programme for economic research on the future of world economic relations among the developed countries and developing countries (incl. Between capitalist countries and socialist countries) - covers economic policy adjustment to external trade disturbances, foreign investment, world politics and the international economic system, environmental management, etc. References.

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Lexington, Mass. : Lexington Books

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066990225X

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9780669902259

Book's by John A. Mathieson

The Pipes of War - A Record of Achievements of Piduring the War 1914-18

The Pipes of War - A Record of Achievements of Piduring the War 1914-18

The Wooden Plane

The Wooden Plane

Introductory Group Theory and Its Application to Molecular Structure

Introductory Group Theory and Its Application to Molecular Structure

West Highland Extension Great Railway Journeys Through Time

West Highland Extension Great Railway Journeys Through Time

Taking Risks, QBE 1886-1994

Taking Risks, QBE 1886-1994

Tourism and Development in the Third World

Tourism and Development in the Third World

The West Highland Railway 120 Years

The West Highland Railway 120 Years

The Future of the International Economic Order

The Future of the International Economic Order

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