Introduction to Modern Economic Growth is a groundbreaking text from one of today's leading economists Daron Acemoglu gives graduate students not only the tools to analyze growth & related macroeconomic problems but also the broad perspective needed to apply those tools to the big-picture questions of growth & divergence & he introduces the economic & mathematical foundations of modern growth theory & macroeconomics in a rigorous but easy to follow manner After covering the necessary background on dynamic general equilibrium & dynamic optimization the book presents the basic workhorse models of growth & takes students to the frontier areas of growth theory including models of human capital endogenous technological change technology transfer international trade economic development & political economy The book integrates these theories with data & shows how theoretical approaches can lead to better perspectives on the fundamental causes of economic growth & the wealth of nations Innovative & authoritative this book is likely to shape how economic growth is taught & learned for years to come Introduces all the foundations for understanding economic growth & dynamic macroeconomic analysis Focuses on the big-picture questions of economic growth Provides mathematical foundations Presents dynamic general equilibrium Covers models such as basic Solow neoclassical growth & overlapping generations as well as models of endogenous technology & international linkages Addresses frontier research areas such as international linkages international trade political economy & economic development & structural change An accompanying Student Solutions Manual containing the answers to selected exercises is available (978-0-691-14163-32495) See httppressprincetonedutitles 8970html For Professors only To access a complete solutions manual online email us at acemoglusolutionspressprincetonedu ...

A companion guide to the official CISCO Networking Academy curriculum for the new CCNA Version 6 certification It is ideal for anytimeanywhere take-home study & reference & offers book-based pedagogy to reinforce key concepts enhance student comprehension & promote retention ...

Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders Second Edition introduces students to common adult communication disorders & associated neuroanatomy & neurophysiology in an accessible functional & clinical context Fully revised & updated with a full color design the Second Edition continues to provide students with necessary foundational knowledge while highlighting the human element of communication disorders Illustrative patient profiles provided in new online videos demonstrate actual case examples of symptoms deficits & pathological behaviors reinforcing key concepts presented within the textbook NEW to the Second Edition New online videos illustrate the possible effects of medical conditions such as stroke & Parkinson's disease on communication speech language cognition & quality of life Additional information on topics such as the Fregoli delusion Guillain-Barre syndrome visual deficits & more Updated with recent research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy in athletes Full color design & expanded art program Chapter Features Video icons refer students to the accompanying online videos Clinical Notes & Author's Notes provide real-world insight to the student & humanize the subject matter Main Points summarize key learning objectives Review Questions offer an opportunity to apply content & assess comprehension INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES Answer Key Slides in Power Point format Test Bank STUDENT RESOURCES Each new print copy

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Featuring numerous updates & additional anthology selections the 3 rd edition of Introduction to Old English confirms its reputation as a leading text designed to help students engage with Old English literature for the first time A new edition of one of the most popular introductions to Old English Assumes no expertise in other languages or in traditional grammar

Includes:: basic grammar reviews at the beginning of each major chapter & a minitext feature to aid students in practicing reading Old English Features updates & several new anthology readings including King Alfred s Preface to Gregory s Pastoral Care

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This book presents a comprehensive overview of the science of the history of life Paleobiologists bring many analytical tools to bear in interpreting the fossil record & the book introduces the latest techniques from multivariate investigations of biogeography & biostratigraphy to engineering analysis of dinosaur skulls & from homeobox genes to cladistics All the well-known fossil groups are included including microfossils & invertebrates but an important feature is the thorough coverage of plants vertebrates & trace fossils together with discussion of the origins of both life & the metazoans All key related subjects are introduced such as systematics ecology evolution & development stratigraphy & their roles in understanding where life came from & how it evolved & diversified Unique features of the book are the numerous case studies from current research that lead students to the primary literature analytical & mathematical explanations & tools together with associated problem sets & practical schedules for instructors & students any serious student of geology who does not pick this book off the shelf will be putting themselves at a huge disadvantage The material may be complex but the text is extremely accessible & well organized & the book ought to be essential reading for palaeontologists at undergraduate postgraduate & more advanced levels both in Britain as well as in North America Falcon-Lang H Proc Geol Assoc 2010 this is an excellent introduction to palaeontology in general It is well structured accessibly written & pleasantly informative I would recommend this as a standard reference text to all my students without hesitation David Norman Geol Mag 2010 Companion website This book

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657 pages 1 Line drawings color; 235 Line drawings black & white; 1 Halftones color; 70 Halfto Horan Stephen (New Mexico State University) ...

Administer drugs safely & prevent drug errors with accurate up-to-date drug information! Concise & easy to understand Introduction to Pharmacology 12th Edition provides drug monographs with key information such as generic & trade names indications common adverse effects & typical adult & pediatric dosages Drug entries are organized by classification & include the newest FDA-approved drugs Coverage of special situations highlights the unique issues of drug therapy in children pregnant & nursing women & older adults To provide a solid foundation for safe practice authors Mary Asperheim Favaro & Justin Favaro also address the principles of pharmacology & the basic math needed to calculate drug dosages Straightforward easy-to-digest drug monographs focus on essential information including drug names (both generic & trade) need-to-know drug information & typical drug dosages Math review refreshes your knowledge of basic math & provides practice in drug dosage calculation Considerations boxes highlight the unique safety issues of drug therapy in children pregnant & nursing women & older adults Clinical Implications in each chapter relate drug content to safe & effective drug administration & patient teaching Herb Alert boxes highlight herb-drug interactions & contraindications for the safety of patients relying on complementary & alternative therapies Critical Thinking Questions in most chapters let you apply concepts to realistic clinical situations & issues Review Questions at the end of each chapter help you assess your mastery of the material with answers in the back of the book UNIQUE! Drug Therapy in Women chapter addresses the special considerations of drug therapy in women UNIQUE! Molecular & Targeted Therapies chapter covers emerging drugs that are aimed at specific tissues genes & target organs Updated drug information keeps you current with the most recent FDA drug approvals & withdrawals as well as changes in indications therapeutic uses & warnings NEW Drug Therapy in Children chapter discusses drug therapy for ADHD immunizations & allergies NEW Interactions chapter covers drug-drug drug-herb drug-food & drug-condition interactions along with drug toxicity Expanded content on drug therapy in women addresses chronic fatigue syndrome postpartum depression drug safety during pregnancy & lactation migraine preventative therapy menstrual abnormalities & menopause ...

' Introduction to Policing is the "go to" text on the topic for readers keen to understand past current & future trends in policing in England & Wales Accessible to read yet academic in content the text provides an excellent starting point for any reader no matter what level of previous knowledge they may possess' John Lamb Lecturer at Birmingham City University Delving into the real issues of policing & fully updated to cover recent changes in the field the acclaimed Introduction to Policing Third Edition is the introduction to your Police Studies course As well as providing students with an account of the history of the police Michael Rowe addresses the most current topics & provides all the tools needed to successfully take a critical view of policing The third edition
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Introduction to Political Theory 524 pages 2 Line drawings black & white; 22 Halftones black & white; 9 Tables black & whit Hoffman John ...

Combining theory comparative politics & international relations Introduction to Politics provides a perfect introduction to the subject for students embarking on university-level study As the only introductory text to cover both comparative politics & international relations & contextualise this material with a wide range of international examples it is the most comprehensive authoritative & global introductory politics textbook on the market Written by three experts in the field this book takes a balanced approached to the subject serving as a strong foundation for further study The material is explored in an accessible way for introductory study but takes an analytical approach which encourages more critical study & debate helping students to develop the vital skills they need for a politics degree An Online Resource Centre accompanies this text &

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