From background information on the technology itself to layout wiring; taking in decoders hand controllers wireless & many practical modelling projects Neil Burkin offers a comprehensive introduction to Digital Command Control [DCC] for the beginner & experienced modeller alike. ...

An understanding of phonetics
- of the mechanisms of speech of how the sounds of language are produced & of how they can be analysed
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Practical Jewellery-Making Techniques: Problem Solving presents an overview of the core jewellery-making techniques but provides easier alternative solutions for achieving the same results as traditional methods. Each chapter is packed with unique ideas on how the jewellery maker can make tasks simpler quicker or less expensive & produce beautiful pieces. There are instructions for adapting & making your own problem-solving tools & jigs from everyday items & tips on identifying potential pitfalls in a project & avoiding costly mistakes. Practical & in a step-by-step format this book

Includes:: over 50 projects all fully illustrated & detailed explanations of tools & working techniques.

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From one of the most captivating storytellers in American fiction comes a tale of two sisters Gillian & Sally Owens brought up by their two elderly guardian aunts in a world of spells & exotica. As the magical charm of their childhood wears away they escape from this mystical mayhem
- one by running away the other by marrying. Many years go by before strange circumstances thrust them together again & once more they are in a place that blends the mundane & mysterious the familiar & fantastic the normal & the numinous. Three generations of Owens women are brought together in an experience of unexpected insight & revelation teaching all of them that such perceptions are rare & wonderful &
- to be sure
- practical.


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A fascinating hobby; a remunerative business; or a globetrotting career? Which type of beekeeper do you want to be? It is entirely up to you: beekeeping can provide it all. Beekeeping can provide anyone with an interesting & useful hobby or a lucrative & rewarding business. It is recognised as a vital agricultural industry & can therefore also offer you a globe trotting career. The whole subject is however often shrouded in mystery & loaded with jargon leaving many people unaware of its true potential or how to start. This book strips away all the mystery & explains step by step how
- from day one
- you can start beekeeping as a hobby; how you can progress to running a beekeeping business; or how you can start a career as a beekeeper which can quite easily take you all over the world. No other guide explains in such detail the true potential & accessibility of beekeeping or of being a beekeeper.

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After seeing naturopath Arielle Essex in the film documentary The Living Matrix many people ask How did she heal her own brain tumour without medical treatment? Convinced that resolving stress would help Arielles healing journey focused on how the mind & emotions affect the body. Practical Miracles explains how she applied the practical psychology of NLP to disentangle her own confusing cloud of thoughts & restore inner peace. In Practical Miracles Arielle describes her process for facing any kind of crisis & turning it around: heal the thinking to transform the stress; dont let outside events trigger your emotions; learn how to bounce back instead of being bewildered & confused; & develop the kind of resiliency that sustains you & keeps you well no matter what happens. Having faced her own crisis Arielle knows the kind of questions people really want to ask: how can I make a miracle happen when I need one? How could this have happened to me & why now? How is it possible that my thoughts have contributed to this? How can I resolve this problem & get rid of it right now? How is it possible to forgive the unforgivable & let go? How can I bounce back & prevent this happening again? In Practical Miracles finding answers to all of these questions becomes not only possible but completely achievable in your life as Arielle guides you on your own unique healing journey to a life of freedom & fulfilment. ...

Practical Mixed-Media Printmaking is an essential introduction to printmaking using a wide range of low-cost materials. This practical guide

Includes:: easy-to-follow instructions hints & tips on all of the main printmaking techniques as well as over 90 examples of works by contemporary printmakers & 19 profiles explaining the artists methods & inspiration. Mixed-media printmaking allows vast freedom for experimentation & armed with the knowledge inside this book it is possible to adapt & refine the basic techniques to suit your own projects. This beautiful book will be an inspiration for printmakers at all levels.

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Understanding practical pharmaceutical calculations is essential for healthcare professionals. Even simple errors in calculation can have serious
- & possibly fatal
- consequences. Fully revised & updated with entirely new chapters & a focus on basic arithmetic this best-selling practical guide begins by explaining simple units of measurements & expressions of concentration followed by demonstrations of how straight-forward calculations can be used to estimate individual patient dosages. At the end of each chapter there are self assessment calculations with fully worked answers
- ideal for revision & self-assessment. With the book & free downloads you can always have the guide on hand when you need it most.


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Practical Quail-keeping" is a comprehensive guide for anyone who keeps quail or who is thinking about starting out. It covers all key aspects of responsible quail husbandry & explains how to set up & equip your quail house & pens how to care for your birds & how to breed & raise young hatchlings through to healthy adulthood. The authors draw on their extensive experience as quail breeders to provide a unique insight into keeping these fascinating little birds." ...

Planning is a critical stage of radiotherapy. Careful consideration of the complex variables involved & critical assessment of the techniques available are fundamental to good & effective practice. First published in 1985 Practical Radiotherapy Planning has over three editions established itself as the popular choice for the trainee raditation oncologist & radiographer providing the nuts & bolts of planning in a practical & accessible manner. This fourth edition encompasses a wealth of new material reflecting the radical change in the practice of radiotherapy in recent years. The information contained within the introductory chapters has been expanded & brought up to date & a new chapter on patient management has been added. CT stimulators MLC shieldings & dose profiles principles of IMRT & use of MRI PET & ultrasound are all included amongst other new developments in this field. The aim of the book remains unchanged. Complexity of treatment planning has increased greatly but the fourth edition continues to emphasise underlying principles of treatment that can be applied for conventional conformal & novel treatments taking into account advances in imaging & treatment delivery. ...