This modern introduction to seismic data processing in both exploration & global geophysics demonstrates practical applications through real data & tutorial examples The underlying physics & mathematics of the various seismic analysis methods are presented giving students an appreciation of their limitations & potential for creating models of the sub-surface Designed for a one-semester course this textbook discusses key techniques within the context of the world's ever increasing need for petroleum & mineral resources
- equipping upper undergraduate & graduate students with the tools they need for a career in industry Examples presented throughout the text allow students to compare different methods & can be demonstrated using the instructor's software of choice Exercises at the end of sections enable students to check their understanding & put the theory into practice & are complemented by solutions for instructors & additional case study examples online to complete the learning package
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Most medical researchers whether clinical or non-clinical receive some background in statistics as undergraduates However it is most often brief a long time ago & largely forgotten by the time it is needed Furthermore many introductory texts fall short of adequately explaining the underlying concepts of statistics & often are divorced from the reality of conducting & assessing medical research Practical Statistics for Medical Research is a problem-based text for medical researchers medical students & others in the medical arena who need to use statistics but have no specialized mathematics background The author draws on twenty years of experience as a consulting medical statistician to provide clear explanations to key statistical concepts with a firm emphasis on practical aspects of designing & analyzing medical research The text gives special attention to the presentation & interpretation of results & the many real problems that arise in medical research ...

In Practical Thinking de Bono's theme is everyday thinking how the mind actually works
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Here is a unique book It describes the theories & processes of repairing & adjusting the modern watch in precise & meticulous detail a thing which has never been done so completely before in the many books on the same subject As a text book it is a revelation Taking nothing for granted except the ability to read & comprehend a simple description of mechanical processes de Carle takes his reader through every stage & every operation of watch repairing & to deal with them thoroughly is quite a programme
- it takes 300 pages containing 24 chapters two appendices & 553 illustrations The fine draughtsmanship & accurate technical detail of the illustrations set a new standard Practical Watch Repairing can justifiably claim to be the best illustrated book on practical horology yet issued & one of the best of its kind on any subject The publication of the book marks the beginning of a new epoch in the study of the mechanics of horology
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Watercolour is such a rewarding medium for the artist that its well worth mastering
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THE HILARIOUS & HEARTFELT NEW NOVEL FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF OUT OF PRACTICE! If dishy doctors cute dogs hilarious OAPs & idyllic country settings are your thing you're in for a treat with this second novel set at a GP practice in the village of Larkford Funny moving romantic & full of characters you'll love
- it's perfect in every way' Heat The Practice at Larkford has suddenly been thrust under the spotlight
- & its nomination as a NHS Model Surgery' is causing the team major headaches Dr Holly Graham should be basking in the glow of her new romance with fellow doctor Taffy
- but she is worried that the team is prioritising plaudits over patients & her favourite resident the irreverent & entertaining Elsie is facing a difficult diagnosis Add to that the chaos of family life & the strain is starting to show Dr Dishy Dan Carter's obsession with work is masking unhappiness elsewhere
- he can't persuade girlfriend Julia to settle down It's only as Julia's mother comes to stay that he realizes what she has been hiding for so long Alice Walker joins the team like a breath of fresh air & her assistance dog Coco quickly wins everyone round
- which is just as well because Coco & Alice will soon need some help of their own Can they pull together & become the Dream Team that the NHS obviously thinks they are? Out of Practice won the Romantic Comedy of the Year category of the RNA Awards ' This book has everything warmth humour drama laughter & a few tears I wolfed it down' MILLY JOHNSON ' Perfect book for all This book is simply wonderful & I read it in one sitting With wonderful characters a great story line & lots of laughs I certainly will be recommending this to all my book friends' Netgalley reviewer Praise for Penny Parkes' novels 'A wonderful setting characters you care about a page-turning plotlaugh-out-loud funny I loved it' KATIE FFORDE A pure delight from start to finish' JULIE COHEN Delightfully warm' JO THOMAS This book was an absolute joy to read from beginning to end It was so easy to start reading & lose complete track of time A fantastic debut novel that leaves you wanting more from the Larkford bunch' rachalesreads This was a terrific debut I will definitely look forward to more books from this author' Rea's Book Reviews A great debut novel & a truly delightful read both laugh-out-loud funny & very touching A warm & uplifting story of village life full of lively characters & more than a splash of romance this is a great book to curl up with on a quiet afternoon
- a real page-turner!' Curious Ginger Cat A promising debut novel I would love to see a return to Larkford & The Practice as the author definitely knows her medical writing' Rachel's Random Reads I was blown away by the captivating storyline of Out of Practice as well as the fabulous & well-rounded characters I will be eagerly awaiting another book by this wonderfully skilled author I highly recommend Out of Practice for anyone who after a book with a few twists & turns a story that sizzles with emotion passion & driving need to love & be loved A remarkable debut' Sparkly Word





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You asked for it! 25 Conventions You Should Know has sold more than 250000 copies since it was first published & continues to top the bridge bestseller lists Over the years readers have suggested that it would be an even better book if it offered some way to practice what they had learned Well here it is a brief summary of each of those 25 conventions together with example hands which can be dealt out & used to apply your new knowledge Bridge teachers & students will find this book invaluable ...

The bestselling workbook on Spanish Verbs updated with comprehensive digital support to help you master Spanish verb knowledge & usage Practice Makes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses explains with a rare level of clarity when & why a particular verb tense should be used--not just the correct forms This book will also give you plenty of practice in using your new language skills with more than 200 exercises in author Dorothy Richmond's uniquely entertaining style The Premium Third Edition provides supporting material in the Mc Graw-Hill Education Language Lab app Flashcards for all the verb & vocabulary lists in the book for study on-the-go Audio Recordings of the answers for all exercises Record-&-Replay function to compare your answers against native-speaker pronunciation (if your mobile device has this capability) Progress Tracker to keep track of your progress through the app Note audio recordings (totaling 180 minutes) require Internet access ...