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In the seventeenth century, English economic theorists lost interest in the moral status of exchange and became increasingly concerned with the roots of national prosperity. Emily Erikson brings together historical, comparative, and computational methods to explain the institutional forces that brought about this transformation.

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This book introduces fundamental principles as well as applications of metasurfaces, i.e. electromagnetically thin structures manipulating EM wave propagation. The authors describe the precursors and history of metasurfaces before moving on to explore the physical insights that can be gained from the material parameters of the metasurface. They also present how to compute the fields scattered by a metasurface, with known material parameters, b...

This hardcover features twelve issues of the hit comicbook series, along with covers and a sketchbook, in one oversized hardcovervolume. Perfect for long-time readers and fans of the TV show. The beginning of the end is upon us. Allisonhas been possessed, but itâEUR(TM)s unlike any possession weâEUR(TM)ve seenbefore. How will this affect KyleâEUR(TM)s mission to save the world, now thatthe Great Merge has begun? Find out in the thrilling final...

A literary novel set on the coast of Maine during the 1960s, tracing the life of a family and its matriarch as they negotiate sharing a home.Eleanor Morse's Margreete's Harbor begins with a fire: a fiercely-independent, thrice-widowed woman living on her own in a rambling house near the Maine coast forgets a hot pan on the stovetop, and nearly burns her place down. When Margreete Bright calls her daughter Liddie to confess, Liddie realizes tha...

In the sixth installment of Jean-Luc Bannalec's bestselling mystery series, Commissaire Dupin returns to investigate a murder at a gorgeous Brittany beach resort.Inspector Dupin and Claire are on a two-week vacation, but while Claire seems to enjoy the quiet of the beach, Commissaire Dupin takes every opportunity to leave the beach towel. The fabulous dinners on the hotel patio and the rumors about a stolen statue of a saint are the few intere...

Discover the magic of sharing in this joyful picture book about the world of fairy godmothers, from award-winning author-illustrator team Samantha Berger and Mike Curato.Meet Shari, the Sharey Godmother!She loves to share! Whether it's her seat on a rollercoaster, her tropical vacations, or candy from her candy jar, it makes her happy to see other people happy.But some of the other fairy godmothers worry about Shari's sharing. What is she gett...

C'est l'histoire d'un homme ordinaire, Yawé Ley, pleurant sous une pluie de grêlons qui s'abattait sur les toits. Un homme dont la femme lui a été soufflée par un autre, tel un ouragan dévastateur, d'une violence inédite, et qui a laissé derrière lui tristesse et désolation.Autour du pauvre homme des amis s'organisent pour ne pas le laisser sombrer dans l'amertume et la douleur. Tout en l'écoutant, ils se font consolateurs pour endiguer le mal...

These writings explore the dynamics of iconoclasm, which in these unstable times is gaining fresh traction as an area of study. Freedberg is widely acknowledged as one of the foremost experts on iconoclasm in the world. This book collects the best of his texts, including a new essay and a freshly written up-to-date survey of the subject. The texts range in subject matter from the furious religious battles over image in the Reformation to gover...

Distillation Principles and Practice Second Edition covers all the main aspects of distillation including the thermodynamics of vapor/liquid equilibrium, the principles of distillation, the synthesis of distillation processes, the design of the equipment, and the control of process operation. Most textbooks deal in detail with the principles and laws of distilling binary mixtures. When it comes to multi-component mixtures, they refer to compu...

The second book in the clever, sexy Desperately Seeking Duke series from USA Today bestselling and RITA award-winning author Caroline Linden. An Officer and a ScotsmanCaptain Andrew St. James always knew he came from a noble family, but his branch grew far from the wealth and status. Nothing shocks him more than learning that he now stands as heir presumptive to his distant cousin the Duke of Carlyle. There is much for Drew to learn and adjus...

Anders Bortne has a nice life in Oslo. Married to a wonderful woman, with two delightful children, his days are occupied by his creative work. Not all is well though, Anders has been sleepless for sixteen years, and it is taking its toll on his life and his family. No remedy has gone untested: sleeping pills, yoga, herbs, acupuncture, hypnosis, but none has worked. What do we know about the most important hours of the day? What is the history ...

A middle-grade nonfiction adaptation of Carl Safina's New York Times bestseller Beyond Words, which weaves decades of field observations about elephants and whales into an intimate look at animal behavior and consciousness.Follow researcher Carl Safina as he treks with a herd of elephants across the Kenyan landscape, then travel with him to the Pacific Northwest to track and monitor whales in their ocean home. Along the way, find out more abou...

An accessible, highly-illustrated introduction to deep learning that offers visual and conceptual explanations instead of equations. You'll learn how to use key deep learning algorithms without the need for complex math.Deep Learning algorithms can start with mountains of data and measurements and turn them into useful and meaningful patterns. This book is for people with sharp minds who may lack the math background necessary to deal with equa...

Originally published as two/faced by Bonnier Fakta, Sweden.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The most hands-on, practical workbook for learning to read, write and speak Japanese flawlesslyPractice, practice, practice-and improve your ability to read, write and speak Japanese as it's really used. Practice Makes Perfect: Complete Japanese Grammar, Prem...

What do you want more of in your life? And what could you use a little less of? Take a mindful moment to reflect on these questions with More/Less: A Guided Journal for Cultivating Balance. Filled with 30 pairs of complementary ideals-from "More time creating. Less time stressing" to "More walks. Less sitting on the couch"-this beautifully illustrated book is a perfect companion for building a life you love. Inspiring prompts about goals, drea...

Daring sheriffs take on the meanest outlaws and brave the roughest terrain in this collection of classic western stories, advertised as "true and terrific."This hardcover volume collects the complete run of Saddle Justice, recolored digitally using the original palette, featuring art by legendary comics talents Johnny Craig, Graham Ingels, Stan Asch, and more!

A crime novel featuring sleuths Ant and Bea. Bea is suspicious when the abusive husband of one of her customers claims that she's left him. But when a body is found, it's that of a 15-year-old girl...

Provides insights into inequities issues deeply embedded in US society that have a negative impact on children's development and learning. Outlines ways that educators, policymakers, and school administrators can counter bias and develop culturally effective educators who can create effective and affirming environments, instructional activities, and assessments. Each chapter focuses on the essential responsibilities of early childhood educator...