Written by leading figures in the field the third edition of this successful text provides an up-to-date & comprehensive account of all the major theories of international relations supporting them with case study examples. While some of the theories discussed are complex the authors convey them in a clear & accessible manner with the use of engaging pedagogical features making this an ideal introduction to international relations theories. A new chapter on Critical Theory has been added to allow more coverage for this approach & alternative understandings such as post-colonialism & environmentalism have chapters devoted to them unlike other textbooks. Chapters have also been updated to reflect recently published work & the case studies have been revisited to include considerations of new developments in world politics. Online Resource Centre The text is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre providing additional resources for lecturers & students. Lecturer resources: Power Point slides Figures & tables from the textbook Student resources: Web links Flashcard glossary Revision guide ...

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This book covers a broad range of topics relevant to the sheep & wool industry in all the main regions of the world. Despite the importance of the sheep industry to Australia the previous edition was the first publication to have brought together a comprehensive treatment of these topics. This revised book significantly expands on the earlier edition containing 11 new chapters with all previous chapters updated & expanded. This book is fully international in scope future developments in all areas are discussed & the sheep meat aspects of the industry are covered in more depth. The contributing authors are influential in the industry through their employment in international Universities Departments of Primary Industry research organisations & private companies. The book is designed as a text for tertiary undergraduate & postgraduate students in all years of their courses. It describes the principles upon which various activities in the sheep & wool industry are based together with the practical implications of these principles. This comprehensive book will also be of interest & benefit to all those involved in the sheep & wool industry including producers wool classers shearers brokers traders exporters & processors. It covers all aspects of the international sheep & wool industry from paddock to plate & from farm to fabric. Major changes in the structure of the sheep & wool industries in all countries have occurred over the last 20 years since the Australian reserve price scheme collapsed in 1991. Both current & likely future developments in all aspects of the industry are covered. The five sections of this book cover the major world sheep & wool industries biological principles management production systems & the preparation processing & marketing of meat & wool. References & web links at the end of each chapter list further sources of information. ...

The International Space Station (ISS) is a permanently manned earth-orbiting complex where astronauts carry out research into a wide range of scientific activities. It comprises modules built in the USA Russia Europe Japan & Canada. Author David Baker examines how the ISS was built the logistics modules & freighters operated by its user nations how the ISS works as an integrated facility life on board what the ISS does the research carried out & who benefits. ...

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Written primarily for the beginning or intermediate computer user over the age of 50 this large-print guide introduces seniors to the web with precise directions screenshots & step-by-step instructions for internet use with Windows 8. Leading users through the basics of searching & finding information on the internet it describes the fundamentals of e-mail management electronic communication & connecting with other internet users. Details on customizing a Web browser downloading free software & protecting against viruses are also included. ...

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The latest update to a perennial bestseller gets you up & running on the Internet! Now in its lucky thirteenth edition this peerless book has outsold & outlasted all the competition. Veteran authors John Levine & Margaret Young return with an updated road map to both the online tools & resources that have defined the Internet for years as well as all the new things that keep Internet users interested. You'll not only find a lot of the basics presented in a straightforward & friendly style you'll also get the latest on social networking security & much more. The authors begin with an overview of all things Internet-related & branch into vital topics such as keeping personal information secure & protecting your kids online. You'll gain valuable insight to web browsers search options online shopping & personal finance tools. Before you know it you'll know how to use Internet tools to find stream download or share music video & photos. Helpful advice on staying in touch walks you through setting up & using online e-mail chat & social networking sites. Introduces you to what's online how to deal with annoyances like spam & spyware & how to control what your kids see & do online Walks you through picking a provider getting hooked up to the Internet & sharing a connection in your home or with other devices Gives you a guided a tour through popular web browsers getting good search results; finding music & video; shopping; banking; & sharing files Also covers e-mail connecting with friends online chats & more Helps you find the hot social networking sites & see how to handle photo & video sharing Get going & get online with this easy-to-understand helpful guide! ...

Following on from the very successful Computing Made Easy for the Over 50s" " Internet Made Easy for the Over 50s" expands not only on the basics of the internet but also explains how to make better use of the information found there. Step-by-step tutorials & annotated screenshots ensure that the basics are mastered quickly
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