Kenneth Lange's Books

A Guide to the Historic Buildings of Fredericksburg and Gillespie County

By: Kenneth Hafertepe

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A Guide to the Historic Buildings of Fredericksburg and Gillespie County

By: Kenneth Hafertepe

This richly illustrated book tracks the evolution of Fredericksburg architecture and guides readers through the streets of this once-westernmost German settlement in America, pointing out the log, fachwerk, and stone buildings that housed the town’s full-time residents, its weekenders, and the businesses of the nineteenth century. Abundant with details uncovered by Hafertepe in his research, including corrections to construction dates based on newly tapped records, this guide features those buildings visible to visitors from the public streets and sidewalks. The author lists which buildings are open for tours and which ones have been converted to public use such as museums, stores, or restaurants. The buildings of Fredericksburg reflect memories of classic German construction and technique with a gradual transition to American styles, including a few remarkable decades that were neither purely German nor American distinctively but saw the creation of a regional style. This book allows readers to walk down the streets of Fredericksburg and see the layers of Texas history on display: everything from a pioneer log cabin to an art deco courthouse.

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Texas A&M University Press

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1623492734

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The Curators

By: Kenneth Andrus

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The Curators

By: Kenneth Andrus

In his final mission, Nick Parkos must choose between saving his country—or saving himself. Parkos and his clandestine military ops team known the Curators are ordered to Prague by the US Director of National Intelligence. They must thwart a Czech transnational crime cartel and Russian operatives planning to smuggle arms into Mexico to foment rebellion and destabilize the southwest border of the United States. But Parkos has another goal prompted by the discovery of an ancient keepsake in his grandparent’s attic—learning the truth about his Czech roots. His search leads to an ancient family castle and a distant cousin who, by a twist of fate, has a clandestine connection to his mission. Caught in a web of intrigue and double-crosses, Parkos grapples with fundamental questions about his life. Where do his loyalties lie? His family? His colleagues? His country? Join Parkos and the Curators for this spellbinding thriller, an action-packed conclusion to the critically acclaimed Defenders series from military expert Kenneth Andrus. With the free world hanging in the balance, you do not want to miss this spellbinding adventure!

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Babylon Books

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1954871651

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An A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism

A Handbook for Parents and Carers

By: Kenneth Aitken

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An A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism

A Handbook for Parents and Carers

By: Kenneth Aitken

The concept of a single condition known as 'autism' is quickly becoming outdated, and is now understood to be an umbrella term for a variety of predominantly genetic conditions. This can be confusing for parents of children who have been diagnosed as having an 'autism spectrum disorder'. An A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism provides parents with a complete overview of the main genetic disorders associated with autism, including those linked to growth differences, cardiovascular issues, neurodevelopmental problems, immune dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances and epilepsy. Kenneth Aitken demystifies the umbrella term 'autism' by alphabetically listing these conditions along with information about how common they are, their causes, signs, and symptoms, and for many, appropriate methods of treatment and management. Information on support groups and sources of further information are also included to help parents obtain any additional support they need, and keep up to date with new developments in research and practice. This is a must-have book for any parent or carer who feels confused by their child's diagnosis, or who seeks a better understanding of the many genetic conditions linked to autism.

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Jessica Kingsley Publishers

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0857003887

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9780857003881

Learn Psychology

By: Dr. Kenneth E Carter,Dr. Colleen M Seifert

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Learn Psychology

By: Dr. Kenneth E Carter,Dr. Colleen M Seifert

Learn Psychology offers a comprehensive yet accessible presentation of psychology principles, research and theory. Each chapter is carefully structured to cover the topics and concepts of a standard introductory psychology course with associated learning objectives and assessments. Multiple influences are discussed at the end of each chapter wrapping up the chapter presentation. With Learn Psychology, students will find an engaging writing style supported by a pedagogical approach that invites critical analysis, all while building a deeper knowledge of psychology. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.

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Jones & Bartlett Publishers

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1449686478

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Arctic Menace

By: Kenneth Andrus

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Arctic Menace

By: Kenneth Andrus

A Chinese sub in American waters. Rare elements every nation wants. Can Parkos prevent an environmental apocalypse—and a world war? National Security Analyst Nick Parkos, still recovering from the Amber Dawn incident, uncovers a plot to control the US supply of rare earth elements vital to its military-defense systems. Teaming with former Navy SEAL Geoffrey Lange, he travels to Cape Lisberne, just off the coast of Alaska, to investigate. What he doesn’t know is that a foreign mastermind is actively working behind the scenes to discredit Parkos and hide the truth. The situation soon escalates, and Parkos unearths evidence that a foreign power plans to explode a radioactive radiation dispersal device in Alaska, killing thousands and making the rare elements unobtainable. With time quickly running out, Parkos puts his life on the line to stop them from detonating the bomb. With the world watching and peace hanging in the balance, Parkos stares into the face of his greatest challenge. Kenneth Andrus’ third Defenders novel is a thrilling roller-coaster ride based on his expert knowledge of the current military-political world. If you like breathtaking action based on real-world scenarios, you won’t want to miss Arctic Menace.

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Babylon Books

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1954871198

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The Defenders Box Set

By: Kenneth Andrus

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The Defenders Box Set

By: Kenneth Andrus

This box set collects all four books in the acclaimed Defenders series by Kenneth Andrus featuring Nick Parkos and his clandestine military ops team handling dangerous missions for the US Director of National Intelligence. The set includes: Flash Point, Amber Dawn, Arctic Menace and The Curators.

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1964832101

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9781964832104

A Chronicle of Permutation Statistical Methods

1920–2000, and Beyond

By: Kenneth J. Berry,Janis E. Johnston,Paul W. Mielke Jr.

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A Chronicle of Permutation Statistical Methods

1920–2000, and Beyond

By: Kenneth J. Berry,Janis E. Johnston,Paul W. Mielke Jr.

The focus of this book is on the birth and historical development of permutation statistical methods from the early 1920s to the near present. Beginning with the seminal contributions of R.A. Fisher, E.J.G. Pitman, and others in the 1920s and 1930s, permutation statistical methods were initially introduced to validate the assumptions of classical statistical methods. Permutation methods have advantages over classical methods in that they are optimal for small data sets and non-random samples, are data-dependent, and are free of distributional assumptions. Permutation probability values may be exact, or estimated via moment- or resampling-approximation procedures. Because permutation methods are inherently computationally-intensive, the evolution of computers and computing technology that made modern permutation methods possible accompanies the historical narrative. Permutation analogs of many well-known statistical tests are presented in a historical context, including multiple correlation and regression, analysis of variance, contingency table analysis, and measures of association and agreement. A non-mathematical approach makes the text accessible to readers of all levels.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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3319027441

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Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation

Expert Consult - Online and Print

By: Kenneth Lyons Jones,Marilyn Crandall Jones,Miguel del Campo

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Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation

Expert Consult - Online and Print

By: Kenneth Lyons Jones,Marilyn Crandall Jones,Miguel del Campo

Smith’s Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation has long been known as the source to consult on multiple malformation syndromes of environmental and genetic etiology as well as recognizable disorders of unknown cause. This esteemed medical reference book provides you with complete and authoritative, yet accessible guidance to help accurately diagnose these human disorders, establish prognoses, and provide appropriate management and genetic counseling. Consult this title on your favorite e-reader, conduct rapid searches, and adjust font sizes for optimal readability. Recognize the visual signs of each environmental and genetic abnormality by consulting more than 1,500 full-color photographs and illustrations, many from the personal collections of Drs. Smith and Jones. Find all the answers you need about normal and abnormal morphogenesis, minor anomalies and their relevance, clinical approaches to specific diagnoses, and normal standards of measurement for the entire spectrum of human malformation syndromes. Efficiently identify genetic disorders in your patients with the inclusion of nearly 20 recently recognized entities/syndromes, as well as new chapters on Microdeletions and Microduplication Syndromes. Available digitally for the first time! You can now access Smith’s as an eBook or online at Expert Consult.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323186688

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9780323186681

Studies in Tectonic Culture

The Poetics of Construction in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Architecture

By: Kenneth Frampton

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Studies in Tectonic Culture

The Poetics of Construction in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Architecture

By: Kenneth Frampton

Composed of ten essays and an epilogue that trace the history of contemporary form as an evolving poetic of structure and construction, the book's analytical framework rests on Frampton's close readings of key French and German, and English sources from the eighteenth century to the present. Kenneth Frampton's long-awaited follow-up to his classic A Critical History of Modern Architecture is certain to influence any future debate on the evolution of modern architecture. Studies in Tectonic Culture is nothing less than a rethinking of the entire modern architectural tradition. The notion of tectonics as employed by Frampton—the focus on architecture as a constructional craft—constitutes a direct challenge to current mainstream thinking on the artistic limits of postmodernism, and suggests a convincing alternative. Indeed, Frampton argues, modern architecture is invariably as much about structure and construction as it is about space and abstract form. Composed of ten essays and an epilogue that trace the history of contemporary form as an evolving poetic of structure and construction, the book's analytical framework rests on Frampton's close readings of key French and German, and English sources from the eighteenth century to the present. He clarifies the various turns that structural engineering and tectonic imagination have taken in the work of such architects as Perret, Wright, Kahn, Scarpa, and Mies, and shows how both constructional form and material character were integral to an evolving architectural expression of their work. Frampton also demonstrates that the way in which these elements are articulated from one work to the next provides a basis upon which to evaluate the works as a whole. This is especially evident in his consideration of the work of Perret, Mies, and Kahn and the continuities in their thought and attitudes that linked them to the past. Frampton considers the conscious cultivation of the tectonic tradition in architecture as an essential element in the future development of architectural form, casting a critical new light on the entire issue of modernity and on the place of much work that has passed as "avant-garde." A copublication of the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies and The MIT Press.

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MIT Press

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0262561492

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9780262561495

California Construction Law

By: Gibbs,Kenneth C. Gibbs,Gordon Hunt

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California Construction Law

By: Gibbs,Kenneth C. Gibbs,Gordon Hunt

The topics in the book are organized in the same manner as they would actually arise in a construction project. First, the book deals with pre-construction issues licensing, bidding, and the formation of the construction contract. It then discusses what happens when things go wrong with breach of contract by the owner and/or the contractor. An in-depth analysis is provided with regard to claims involving delay, disruption, and acceleration. Several chapters are then devoted to statutory remedies-mechanics' liens, stop notices, and bonds both on public and private works. Finally, coverage is provided on other issues and subjects involving the construction industry, including expanding liability, home improvement contracts, bankruptcy, and alternative dispute resolution.

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Wolters Kluwer

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0735592578

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9780735592575

Assessment in Speech-Language Pathology

A Resource Manual, Sixth Edition

By: Kenneth G. Shipley,Julie G. McAfee

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Assessment in Speech-Language Pathology

A Resource Manual, Sixth Edition

By: Kenneth G. Shipley,Julie G. McAfee

This thoroughly updated sixth edition of the best-selling text Assessment in Speech-Language Pathology remains an invaluable resource for instructors, students, and clinicians. The book covers the diagnosis and evaluation of a wide range of communication disorders in adults and children. This one-of-a-kind manual provides a comprehensive package of reference materials, explanations of assessment procedures, practical stimulus suggestions, and hands-on worksheets and screening forms. The highly practical resource is separated into four easy-to-navigate sections: Part I highlights preparatory considerations; Part II includes procedures and materials for obtaining, interpreting, and reporting assessment information; Part III provides materials and suggestions for assessing communicative disorders. Part IV presents a quick-reference section, providing information on hearing considerations and medical diagnoses. This must-have sixth edition reflects the latest research, best practices, and important trends and developments for assessment in speech-language pathology. New to the Sixth Edition: * Updated content throughout to reflect current research and practice * New chapter on Selective Mutism * New section covering the assessment of transgender voice * Updated Sources of Additional Information in every chapter, with addition of recommended mobile applications for speech-language assessment Key Features: * Full-color design with images, charts, and illustrations to engage readers and display key concepts * Each chapter concludes with practical forms, including worksheets, checklists, and additional sources of information * Glossary of key terms * Chapter tabs with separate colors for quick and easy access

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Plural Publishing

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1635502098

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9781635502091

Christmas Tapestry

A Collection of Holiday Tales

By: William Bernhardt,Betsey Kulakowski,Tamara Grantham,John Wooley,Robert A. Brown,Kenneth Andrus

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Christmas Tapestry

A Collection of Holiday Tales

By: William Bernhardt,Betsey Kulakowski,Tamara Grantham,John Wooley,Robert A. Brown,Kenneth Andrus

In an unprecedented, one-of-a-kind anthology, six contemporary authors contribute a wide variety of holiday-themed stories featuring the series characters that have populated—or will populate—their bestselling novels. Betsey Kulakowski launches her series character, travel-adventure-show host Lauren Grayson (The Veritas Codex) on a hunt for the Christmas demon—Krampus. Robert A. Brown and John Wooley’s correspondents from The Cleansing series (Seventh Sense) tackle a 1930’s rewrite of “The Gift of the Magi.” Kenneth Andrus sends Nick Parkos, his military thriller agent on a case involving international intrigue and a very special gift. Tamara Grantham introduces the characters and world from her forthcoming Warrior Kingdom series (Of Dragons and Druids). And William Bernhardt sends his crusading attorney Kenzi Rivera (Splitsville) to solve the mystery of a missing family heirloom—with lives hanging in the balance. So pull up a comfy chair by the Christmas tree, put on your holiday music, grab a glass of eggnog, and get the Christmas spirit with this unique collection of wonderful stories.

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Babylon Books

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1954871295

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9781954871298

Physiological Ecology of Lichens

By: Kenneth A. Kershaw

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Physiological Ecology of Lichens

By: Kenneth A. Kershaw

This book provides a critical and selective review of lichen physiological ecology.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521239257

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9780521239257

Thermodynamics

By: Gilbert Newton Lewis,Merle Randall,Kenneth S. Pitzer,Leo Brewer

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Thermodynamics

By: Gilbert Newton Lewis,Merle Randall,Kenneth S. Pitzer,Leo Brewer

The book will undoubtedly resume its place as a constant guide and reference for chemists using thermodynamics in their research, and as a textbook and reference for classes in the application of thermodynamics to chemistry." -- The Journal of Chemical Education Since its first publication in 1923, this volume has been considered one of the great books in the literature of chemistry. In the early 60s, two well-known chemists revised and updated it, adding substantial material on solution thermodynamics, results in statistical mechanics, surfaces, gravitational and electromagnetic fields, and other areas. The republication of this foundational work will be welcomed by teachers in the field.

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Courier Dover Publications

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0486842746

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9780486842745

Molecular Structure and Statistical Thermodynamics

Selected Papers of Kenneth S. Pitzer

By: Kenneth S. Pitzer

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Molecular Structure and Statistical Thermodynamics

Selected Papers of Kenneth S. Pitzer

By: Kenneth S. Pitzer

This book considers molecular structural information, statistical methods and thermodynamic measurements, and the ways in which the relative role of each differs from another. By putting together selected papers in a single publication, the book highlights the cohesive aspects of certain advances through time and development, and can aid historical studies. Several papers from journals not widely circulated can also be found in this selection of papers.

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World Scientific

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9812795960

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The Material Culture of German Texans

By: Kenneth Hafertepe

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The Material Culture of German Texans

By: Kenneth Hafertepe

Winner, 2019 San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation Book Award, sponsored by the San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation German immigrants of the nineteenth century left a distinctive mark on the lifestyles and vernacular architecture of Texas. In this first comprehensive survey of the art and artifacts of German Texans, Kenneth Hafertepe explores how their material culture was influenced by their European roots, how it was adapted to everyday life in Texas, and how it changed over time—at different rates in different communities. The Material Culture of German Texans is about the struggle to become American while maintaining a distinctive cultural identity drawn from German heritage. Including materials from rural, small town, and urban settings, this masterful study covers pioneer generations in East Texas and the Hill Country, but also follows the story into the Victorian era and the early twentieth century. Houses and their furnishings, churches and cemeteries, breweries and businesses, and paintings and engravings fill the pages of this thorough, informative, and richly illustrated volume. Recent decades have seen a sharp increase of the study of vernacular architecture (which can range from traditional building to ethnic expressions to landscape ensembles) and an intensified study of American furniture and other decorative arts. Incorporating these vernacular and decorative arts methods and building on the works of cultural geographers, curators, and historians, The Material Culture of German Texans offers a definitive contribution that will inform visitors to the region as well as those who study its history and culture.

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Texas A&M University Press

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1623493838

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9781623493837

EBOOK: Cognitive Psychology

By: Kenneth Gilhooly,Fiona Lyddy,Frank Pollick

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EBOOK: Cognitive Psychology

By: Kenneth Gilhooly,Fiona Lyddy,Frank Pollick

Cognitive Psychology is a brand new textbook by Ken Gilhooly, Fiona Lyddy & Frank Pollick. Based on a multidisciplinary approach, the book encourages students to make the connections between cognition, cognitive neuroscience and behaviour. The book provides an up-to-date, accessible introduction to the subject, showing students the relevance of cognitive psychology through a range of examples, applications and international research. Recent work from neuroscience is integrated throughout the book, and coverage is given to rapidly-developing topics, such as emotion and cognition. Cognitive Psychology is designed to provide an accessible and engaging introduction to Cognitive Psychology for 1st and 2nd year undergraduate students. It takes an international approach with an emphasis on research, methodology and application.

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McGraw Hill

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0077163818

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9780077163815

Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation - E-Book

By: Kenneth Lyons Jones,Marilyn Crandall Jones,Miguel del Campo

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Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation - E-Book

By: Kenneth Lyons Jones,Marilyn Crandall Jones,Miguel del Campo

Long known as the go-to resource for superbly illustrated, up-to-date coverage in this complex field, Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation, 8th Edition, provides a wealth of information on malformation syndromes of environmental and genetic etiology, recognizable disorders of unknown cause, clinical approaches to specific diagnoses, and normal standards of measurement for the entire spectrum of disorders. This award-winning reference is indispensable for clinicians in pediatrics, neonatology, family medicine, and genetics, as well as nurse practitioners and physician assistants—anyone who needs a complete, authoritative, and easy-to-read guide to help accurately diagnose human disorders, establish prognoses, and provide appropriate management and genetic counseling. - Includes an easy-to-read description of each condition: Common and occasional abnormalities, natural history, etiology, and references. Opposing pages contain descriptive photographs and line drawings of either an individual with the abnormality or specific features of the abnormality. - Contains new coverage of Hennekam Syndrome, Parkes Weber Syndrome, KBG Syndrome, Kosaki Overgrowth, Malan Syndrome, and much more. - Arranges disorders based on similarity in overall features, so you can easily navigate to the correct section and compare/contrast similar disorders. - Features more than 1,500 full-color photographs and illustrations, many from the personal collections of Drs. Smith and Jones, and others from multiple international collaborators. - Provides summarized information in order to understand basic mechanisms of morphogenesis and birth defects and key concepts in genetics and genetic testing—necessary information for counseling patients and parents. - Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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032363883X

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Hermann Goring and the Nazi Art Collection

The Looting of Europe's Art Treasures and Their Dispersal After World War II

By: Kenneth D. Alford

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Hermann Goring and the Nazi Art Collection

The Looting of Europe's Art Treasures and Their Dispersal After World War II

By: Kenneth D. Alford

During World War II, the Nazis plundered from occupied countries millions of items of incalculable value estimated in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Spearheaded by Hermann Goring the looting program quickly created the largest private art collection in the world, exceeding the collections amassed by the Metropolitan in New York, the British Museum in London, the Louvre in Paris and the Tretiakov Gallery in Moscow. By the end of the war, the Nazis had stolen roughly one-fifth of the entire art treasures of the world. This book explores the formation of the Nazi art collection and the methods used by Goring and his party to strip occupied Europe of a large part of its artistic heritage.

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McFarland

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0786489553

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9780786489558

Promiscuous Knowledge

Information, Image, and Other Truth Games in History

By: Kenneth Cmiel,John Durham Peters

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Promiscuous Knowledge

Information, Image, and Other Truth Games in History

By: Kenneth Cmiel,John Durham Peters

Sergey Brin, a cofounder of Google, once compared the perfect search engine to “the mind of God.” As the modern face of promiscuous knowledge, however, Google’s divine omniscience traffics in news, maps, weather, and porn indifferently. This book, begun by the late Kenneth Cmiel and completed by his close friend John Durham Peters, provides a genealogy of the information age from its early origins up to the reign of Google. It examines how we think about fact, image, and knowledge, centering on the different ways that claims of truth are complicated when they pass to a larger public. To explore these ideas, Cmiel and Peters focus on three main periods—the late nineteenth century, 1925 to 1945, and 1975 to 2000, with constant reference to the present. Cmiel’s original text examines the growing gulf between politics and aesthetics in postmodern architecture, the distancing of images from everyday life in magical realist cinema, the waning support for national betterment through taxation, and the inability of a single presentational strategy to contain the social whole. Peters brings Cmiel’s study into the present moment, providing the backstory to current controversies about the slipperiness of facts in a digital age. A hybrid work from two innovative thinkers, Promiscuous Knowledge enlightens our understanding of the internet and the profuse visual culture of our time.

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University of Chicago Press

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022661185X

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9780226611853

Flights of Fancy

The Great Fantasy Films

By: Kenneth Von Gunden

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Flights of Fancy

The Great Fantasy Films

By: Kenneth Von Gunden

In-depth analyses are presented of 15 superior films, each one representing a subgenre of fantasy cinema--Beauty and the Beast, Conan the Barbarian, The Dark Crystal, Dragonslayer, 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T, It's a Wonderful Life, Jason and the Argonauts, King Kong, Lost Horizon, Popeye, Superman, The Thief of Baghdad, Time Bandits, Topper, and The Wizard of Oz. A chapter is devoted to each film, providing a plot summary and detailed information about cast and crew, special effects (stop-motion animation, miniatures, hanging miniatures, optical effects, tricks of perspective, blue screens, matte paintings, glass shots, reverse projection, slow motion, rear and front projection, etc.), and strengths and weaknesses, as well as explorations of the film's relationship to written fantasy, other films, and cultural myths.

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McFarland

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0786412143

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Individual Choice Under Certainty and Uncertainty

By: Kenneth Joseph Arrow

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Individual Choice Under Certainty and Uncertainty

By: Kenneth Joseph Arrow

The third volume of Arrow's Collected Papers concerns the basic concept of rationality as it applies to an economic decision maker. In particular, it addresses the problem of choice faced by consumers in a multicommodity world and presents specific models of choice useful in economic analysis. It also discusses choice models under uncertainty.

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Harvard University Press

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0674137620

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9780674137622

An A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism

A Handbook for Professionals

By: Kenneth J. Aitken

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An A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism

A Handbook for Professionals

By: Kenneth J. Aitken

This volume explains the biology and genetics of ASD, and provides clinicians and researchers with a comprehensive summary of each genetic factor including the research that links it to ASD, diagnosis and treatment issues, and related animal models, as well as detailing relevant professional organisations and avenues for further research.

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Jessica Kingsley Publishers

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184310976X

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MM Optimization Algorithms

By: Kenneth Lange

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MM Optimization Algorithms

By: Kenneth Lange

MM Optimization Algorithms offers an overview of the MM principle, a device for deriving optimization algorithms satisfying the ascent or descent property. These algorithms can separate the variables of a problem, avoid large matrix inversions, linearize a problem, restore symmetry, deal with equality and inequality constraints gracefully, and turn a nondifferentiable problem into a smooth problem. The author presents the first extended treatment of MM algorithms, which are ideal for high-dimensional optimization problems in data mining, imaging, and genomics; derives numerous algorithms from a broad diversity of application areas, with a particular emphasis on statistics, biology, and data mining; and summarizes a large amount of literature that has not reached book form before.

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SIAM

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1611974402

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Neuropsychological Assessment of Neuropsychiatric and Neuromedical Disorders

By: Igor Grant,Kenneth Adams

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Neuropsychological Assessment of Neuropsychiatric and Neuromedical Disorders

By: Igor Grant,Kenneth Adams

This is a major revision of a standard reference work for neuropsychologists, psychiatrists, and neurologists. About one-half of the book contains entirely new work by new contributors. New topics not covered in the previous editions include consideration of common sources of neurocognitive morbidity, such as multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and exposure to heavy metals; psychiatric and behavioral disorders associated wtih traumatic brain injury; neuropsychology in relation to everyday functioning; the effects of cognitive impairment on driving skills, and adherence to medical treatments. The Third Edition aims to reflect the enormous developments in neuropsychology in terms of research, clinical applications, and growth of the discipline during the past decade. At one time focused on mapping the cognitive and related consequences of brain injuries, research in neuropsychology has now expanded to much broader considerations of the effects of systemic disease, infection, medications, and inflammatory processes on neurocognition and emotion. The Third Edition attemtps to capture these developments while continuing to adhere to the objective of presenting them in a concise manner in a single volume.

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Economics in Perspective

A Critical History

By: John Kenneth Galbraith

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Economics in Perspective

A Critical History

By: John Kenneth Galbraith

In Economics in Perspective, renowned economist John Kenneth Galbraith presents a compelling and accessible history of economic ideas, from Aristotle through the twentieth century. Examining theories of the past that have a continuing modern resonance, he shows that economics is not a timeless, objective science, but is continually evolving as it is shaped by specific times and places. From Adam Smith's theories during the Industrial Revolution to those of John Maynard Keynes after the Great Depression, Galbraith demonstrates that if economic ideas are to remain relevant, they must continually adapt to the world they inhabit. A lively examination of economic thought in historical context, Economics in Perspective shows how the field has evolved across the centuries.

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Princeton University Press

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0691171645

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9780691171647

Numerical Analysis for Statisticians

By: Kenneth Lange

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Numerical Analysis for Statisticians

By: Kenneth Lange

Numerical analysis is the study of computation and its accuracy, stability and often its implementation on a computer. This book focuses on the principles of numerical analysis and is intended to equip those readers who use statistics to craft their own software and to understand the advantages and disadvantages of different numerical methods.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1441959440

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