R is the worlds most popular language for developing statistical software: Archaeologists use it to track the spread of ancient civilizations drug companies use it to discover which medications are safe & effective & actuaries use it to assess financial risks & keep economies running smoothly. The Art of R Programming takes you on a guided tour of software development with R from basic types & data structures to advanced topics like closures recursion & anonymous functions. No statistical knowledge is required & your programming skills can range from hobbyist to pro. Along the way youll learn about functional & object-oriented programming running mathematical simulations & rearranging complex data into simpler more useful formats. Youll also learn to: * Create artful graphs to visualize complex data sets & functions * Write more efficient code using parallel R & vectorization * Interface R with C/C++ & Python for increased speed or functionality * Find new R packages for text analysis image manipulation & more * Squash annoying bugs with advanced debugging techniques Whether youre designing aircraft forecasting the weather or you just need to tame your data The Art of R Programming is your guide to harnessing the power of statistical computing. ...

A heart-warming & inspirational tale in which Enzo a loyal family dog tells the story of his human family how they nearly fell apart & what he did to bring them back together. Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: he thinks & feels in nearly human ways. He has educated himself by watching extensive television & by listening very closely to the words of his master Denny Swift an up-&-coming race car driver. Through Denny Enzo realizes that racing is a metaphor: that by applying the techniques a driver would apply on the race track one can successfully navigate the ordeals & travails one encounters in life. Enzo relates the story of his human family sharing their tragedies & triumphs. In the end despite what he sees as his own limitations as a dog Enzo comes through heroically to preserve the Swift family. The Art of Racing in the Rain is a testament to a man's life given by his dog. But it is also a testament to the dog himself. Though Enzo cannot speak he understands everything that happens around him as he bears witness to his master's problems. His enforced muteness only refines his listening ability & allows him to understand many of life's nuances that are lost on most humans. With humour sharp observation & a courageous heart Enzo guides the reader to the bittersweet yet ultimately satisfying conclusion: there are no limitations to what we can achieve if we truly know where we want to be. ...

This is the new edition of a title from best-selling author Sherri Haab complete with an added DVD. The DVD has 3 bonus projects plus a special gallery of inspiring jewellery designs. The Art of Resin Jewelry" still features the same great step-by-step directions for creating beautiful necklaces pins bangles bracelets earrings & rings with affordable approachable resin. Instructions show how to add colorants & other materials how to cast three-dimensional forms & how to combine resin with polymer clay for entirely new effects. & now this classic title comes packaged with an exclusive DVD ready to light up screens across the country with three all-new projects plus a special gallery of inspiring jewellery designs." ...

In Rise of the Guardians" North Bunnymund Tooth & Sandman try to recruit Jack Frost to stop Pitch from putting an end to childhood belief & plunging the world into eternal darkness. " The Art of Rise of the Guardians" is a fascinating look at the ways artists & craftspeople collaborated to create a stunning CG movie in 3D that will change the way we look at childhood." ...

Whether youre old young new to the sport or an experienced marathoner this guide will change how you run & the results you achieve! Any runner can tell you that the sport isnt just about churning out miles day in & day out. Runners have a passion dedication & desire to go faster longer & further. Now The Art of Running Faster" provides you with a new approach to running achieving your goals & setting your personal best. " The Art of Running Faster" challenges the stereotypes removes the doubts & erases the self-imposed limitations by prescribing not only what to do but also how to do it. Inside you will learn how to overcome the obstacles that prevent you from running faster more comfortably & with greater focus. Customise your training programme to emphasise the development of speed strength & stamina to ensure you reach that next level of performance & blow past the competition. Reviews of this title are through UK & European running websites & magazines including " Running Fitness" & " Runners World". Email campaign to contacts interested in running. This title is featured in Human Kinetics monthly " Fit News E-Newsletter" sent to over 10 000 subscribers. It is also featured on Human Kinetics Health & Fitness Blog." ...

Which sort of seducer could you be: Siren? Rake? Cold Coquette? Star? Comedian? Charismatic? or Saint? This book will show you which. Charm persuasion the ability to create illusions: these are some of the many dazzling gifts of the Seducer the compelling figure who is able to manipulate mislead & give pleasure all at once. When raised to the level of art seduction & indirect & subtle form of power has toppled empires won elections & enslaved great minds. In this beautiful sensually designed book Greene unearths the two sides of seduction: the characters & the process. Discover who you or your pursuer most resembles. Learn too the pitfalls of the anti-Seducer. In part II immerse yourself in the twenty four manoeuvres & strategies of the seductive process the ritual by which a seducer gains mastery over their target. Understand how to ' Choose the Right Victim' ' Appear to Be an Object of Desire' & ' Confuse Desire & Reality'. In addition Greene provides instruction on how to identify victims by type. Each fascinating character & each cunning tactic demonstrates a fundamental truth about who we are & the targets we've become
- or hope to win over. The Art of Seduction" is an indispensable primer on the essence of one of history's greatest weapons & the ultimate power trip."
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The definitive text on segmented turning. Tibbetts discusses various types of construction staved & ring design as well as the difference between inlaid & segmented lamination. Step-by-step instructions give detailed explanations on how to proceed with this highly visual form of turning.

Includes:: which woods to use glue types creating a blueprint for your work building a vessel shortcuts building a stave constructed vessel & building an Indian blanket design ring.

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A well-designed easy-to-navigate website is useless if no one can find it. In this book four experts help you optimize your site for search engine visibility using proven guidelines & cutting-edge techniques for planning & executing a comprehensive strategy. Much has changed in SEO since the first edition of this book including new methods for ranking sites based on user engagement with pages & content. Search engines also have enhanced their ranking results with data from social media. This second edition helps you adjust to these changes with an array of effective tactics from basic to advanced. It's the ideal SEO reference. * Explore the underlying theory behind SEO & how search engines work * Learn the steps you need to prepare for execute & evaluate SEO initiatives * Examine a number of advanced strategies & tactics * Understand the intricacies involved in managing complex SEO projects * Learn what's necessary to build a competent SEO team with defined roles * Glimpse the future of search & what lies ahead for the SEO industry ...

This unique book offers a comprehensive & practical introduction to kung fu & all the other aspects of Shaolin wisdom. An inspirational read it shows how kung fu & other Shaolin arts can bring you health vitality & spiritual joy. It

Includes:: practical exercises & meditation techniques & provides a fascinating history of various styles of kung fu how kung fu patterns & sets are constructed & the strategies for victory developed. The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu is a seminal guide which will be invaluable to everyone interested in martial arts meditation stress management healing & spiritual development.

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The premier guide to modern riding from one of the sports best coaches"
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