What does belief in God amount to? Can we reasonably believe in God's existence without argument or evidence? Can God's existence be proved? Can we believe in miracles? Is there life after death? In this book, Brian Davies provides a critical examination of some fundamental questions posed by religious belief. ...

This book is an excellent introduction to philosophy for students & provides researchers of scientific disciplines with an opportunity to reflect upon the value & impact of their work. It is also a stimulating read for anybody who is interested in the philosophical issues raised by the status of scientific knowledge in contemporary society. ...

Gives an introduction to the physics of particle accelerators, with attention being paid to the design of an accelerator for use as an experimental tool. This work

Includes:: chapters on spin dynamics of polarized beams as well as instrumentation & measurements, with a discussion of frequency spectra & Schottky signals.

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Deals with the way that the auditory system processes acoustic signals. This book covers cochlear function, including cochlear mechanics; the auditory central nervous system; physiological correlates of auditory perception; &, cochlear pathophysiology & sensorineural hearing loss. ...

Introduces you to the social work profession & describes the role of social worker in the social welfare system. Through case studies, personal stories, & exercises, this book helps you to apply the concepts & understand what it means to be a social worker. ...

Providing an introduction to the Psalms, this book introduces readers to some of the key issues arising from different approaches to the biblical text. It examines how the methods of interpretation
- historical/cultural, literary, liturgical & theological
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Describes the relationships between the characteristics of the sounds that enter the ear & the sensations that they produce. This book

Includes:: such topics as the physics of sound, the physiology of the auditory system, & frequency selectivity & masking. It is suitable for audio engineers, otologists, hearing-aid designers, & audiologists.

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