Two thirds of our planet is covered by oceans & seas. Over recent decades developments in ocean science have dramatically enhanced our understanding of the key role oceans play in the Earth System & how vital they are for regulating global climate. Humans depend on the oceans for many resources but at the same time their impacts on the marine systems around the world are of increasing concern. Introducing Oceanography has been written by two leading oceanographers to provide a succinct overview of the science of the study of the seas for students & for the interested adult wanting a topical guide to this enormous & complex subject. The initial chapters describe the oceans & the forces at work within them. The authors then discuss the effects of light the chemistry of the seas & the food web before surveying biological oceanography in the main oceanic regions. The final chapter looks at the methodology of ocean study. Copiously illustrated this book is intended for those whose interest in oceanography has been stimulated perhaps by media coverage of declining resources or climate change & who want to know more. Technical terms are kept to a minimum & are explained in a glossary. ...

What is psychology? When did it begin? Where did it come from? How does psychology compare with related subjects such as psychiatry & psychotherapy? To what extent is it scientific? Introducing Psychology" answers all these questions & more explaining what the subject has been in the past & what it is now. The main "schools" of thought & the sections within psychology are described including Introspection Biopsychology Psychoanalysis Behaviourism Comparative (Animal) Psychology Cognitive Approaches (including the Gestalt movement) Social Psychology Developmental Psychology & Humanism. The key figures covered include: Freud Pavlov Skinner Bandura Piaget Bowlby Maslow & Rogers as well as many lesser-known but important psychologists." ...

Understanding psychological techniques can help you make your relationships happier & more fulfilling. This Practical Guide will help you achieve new & healthier ways of relating by explaining some of the major underlying psychological drivers that permeate relationships & identify & work on these unconscious motivating factors to eliminate knee-jerk reactions. Filled with straightforward practical advice case studies & examples Introducing Psychology of Relationships will help you understand your relationship & make it more loving & mutually supportive as well as be better equipped for entering into a new relationship. ...

A new edition updated to meet the needs of the Pure Mathematics encountered in all the new specifications for single-subject A Level Mathematics. This major text is clearly set out with an excellent combination of clear examples & explanations & plenty of practice material
- ideal for supporting students who are working alone. The first two chapters are vital in preparing new students particularly those with a Grade C at GCSE for the rigours of A Level. Each chapter concludes with a selection of exam-style questions giving students lots of practice for the real thing!
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Quantum theory confronts us with bizarre paradoxes which contradict the logic of classical physics. At the subatomic level one particle seems to know what the others are doing & according to Heisenberg's uncertainty principle" there is a limit on how accurately nature can be observed. & yet the theory is amazingly accurate & widely applied explaining all of chemistry & most of physics. " Introducing Quantum Theory" takes us on a step-by-step tour with the key figures including Planck Einstein Bohr Heisenberg & Schrodinger. Each contributed at least one crucial concept to the theory. The puzzle of the wave-particle duality is here along with descriptions of the two questions raised against Bohr's " Copenhagen Interpretation"
- the famous "dead & alive cat" & the EPR paradox. Both remain unresolved."
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Sociolinguistics is one of the central branches of modern linguistics & deals with the place of language in human societies. This second edition of Introducing Sociolinguistics expertly synthesises the main approaches to the subject. The book covers areas such as multilingualism code-choice language variation dialectology interactional studies gender language contact language & inequality & language & power. At the same time it provides an integrated perspective on these themes by examining sociological theories of human interaction. In this regard power & inequality are particularly significant. The book also contains two chapters on the applications of sociolinguistics (in education & in language policy & planning) & a concluding chapter on the sociolinguistics of sign language. New topics covered include speaking style & stylisation while current debates in areas like creolisation globalisation & language death language planning & gender are reflected. Written collaboratively by teachers & scholars with first hand experience of sociolinguistic developments on four continents this book provides the broadest introduction currently available to the central topics in sociolinguistics.

Features: * Provides a solid foundation in all aspects of sociolinguistics & explores important themes such as power & inequality sign language gender & the internet * Well illustrated with maps diagrams inset boxes drawings & cartoons * Accessibly written with the beginner in mind * Uses numerous examples from multilingual settings * Explains basic concepts supported by a glossary * Further Reading lists a full bibliography & a section on next steps provide valuable guidance.

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John Dranes Introducing the New Testament has long been recognized as probably the most authoritative & accessible survey of the subject both for students & for general readers. This classic work has been revised & updated taking full account of recent scholarly developments & archaeological findings. These include areas such as the historical Jesus the theologies of the four Gospels & the role of St Paul in the transformation of Christianity from a first century Jewish sect into a separate movement that was to spread throughout the world. This authoritative text has now been further enhanced by the introduction throughout of full colour illustrations & photographs maps & diagrams. ...

This classic work is widely recognised as the most useful & accessible survey of the Old Testament. A comprehensive examination of both the context & content of the Hebrew Bible with additional material on the historical identity of Ancient Israel & its theological legacy for today it is fully aware of current scholarship faithful to the text & to historical details. An outstanding book which is stimulating & informative both for the individual reader & for schools & colleges. Now fully revised & updated taking account of recent scholarship & archaeological findings this classic work has been further enhanced by the introduction of full colour maps & diagrams. ...

This is the definitive guide to the theories & concepts that make up the dynamic field of translation studies. Providing an accessible & fully up-to-date overview of key movements & theorists within an expanding area of study this textbook has become a key source for generations of translation students on both professional & university courses. New features in this third edition include: the latest research incorporated into each chapter including linguistic precursors models of discourse & text analysis cultural studies & sociology the history of translation & new technologies a new chapter with guidelines on writing reflective translation commentaries & on preparing research projects & dissertations more examples throughout the text revised exercises & updated further reading lists throughout a major new companion web site with video summaries of each chapter multiple-choice tests & broader research questions. This is a practical user-friendly textbook that gives a comprehensive insight into how translation studies has evolved & is still evolving. It is an invaluable resource for anyone studying this fascinating subject area. ...

If youre new toC programming this book is the ideal way to get started. Respected author Adam Freeman guides you through the C language by carefully building up your knowledge from fundamental concepts to advanced features. The book gradually builds up your knowledge using the concepts you have already grasped to support those that come next. You will explore all the core areas of the C language & the. NET Framework on which it runs. Particular attention is paid to the creation of Web & Windows applications & data access--danger zones where novice programmers often go awry in their early coding attempts. Introducing Visual C 2010 is a comprehensive primer. Even if you have no previous programming experience you can have confidence in the fact that youll be able to build well constructed web & Windows applications of your own once you have finished reading this book. What youll learn * Understand the fundamentals of the C languages syntax & grammar & use it to create Web & Windows applications.? * What object oriented programming is & how it is used in the. NET 4 Framework to save you time & increase the languages flexibility. ? * Connect to a wide range of data sources & incorporate their information into your dynamic applications. * Understand the key time & effort saving features of C such as generics lambda expressions & delegates. ? * Discover the huge array of supporting technologies that. NET 4 provides such as the Windows Presentation Foundation LINQ Parallel Programming ASP.NET Silverlight & Web Services. Who this book is for This book is ideal for anyone who is interested in learning about Microsofts Visual C 2010 language. Whether you have no previous coding experience or are bringing some existing skills with you from another programming language this book will teach you everything you need to know to confidently create your own C programs. Table of Contents * Getting Started with SQL Azure * Design Considerations * Setting Up & Configuring * Security * Data Migration & Backup Strategies * Programming with SQL Azure * OData with SQL Azure * Reporting Services with SQL Azure * Windows Azure & ASP.NET * Designing for High Performance * SQL Azure Data Sync Services * Performance Tuning * Houston * SQL Azure Quick Reference ...