Regarded by many as the stonemasons bible Practical Masonry has for many years been one of the best technical stone masonry books available for both apprentices & experienced masons. Originally written in 1896 & published by Crosby Lockwood & Son of London it met with great acclaim & the correspondence received by the author was that of thanks & praise at such a well written & concise technical book. Following the constructive feedback W R Purchase wrote a second edition in which he included three more chapters: Roman & Grecian moldings (both illustrative) & a glossary of terms. This work was then followed by further editions & by 1904 when the fifth edition was published Purchase had added further chapters including: Masonry Estimating & Quantity Surveying; Building Stones marble & granite (including detailed lists of specific stones available) & finally Tables of Diameters Circumferences & Areas of circles. As with many technical books that go out of print it became more difficult for people to purchase this book as the years passed. This latest edition published by Donhead Publishing will ensure that the work of W R Purchase can again reach & assist all those who study or are involved with this ancient craft. ...

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
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- 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." ...

Written in uncommonly engaging & elegant prose Practical Research: Planning & Design is a do-it-yourself underst&-it-yourself" manual designed to help students in any discipline understand the fundamental structure of quality research & the methodical process that leads to valid & reliable results. The authors emphasize two things: 1) that quality research demands planning & design; & 2) how research projects can be executed effectively & professionally. This text guides the reader step-by-step from the selection of a problem through the process of conducting authentic research to the preparation of a completed report with practical suggestions based on a solid theoretical framework & sound pedagogy. With broad coverage applicable to any discipline Practical Research is valuable to students planning to conduct their own research projects as well as to anyone wanting to participate in thoughtful methodical evaluation of published research reports." ...

This title contains everything you need to know about modern-day self-sufficient living from stars of the BBC series
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If you are a studying within the biomolecular sciences (including biochemistry biomedical sciences biotechnology genetics microbiology & molecular biology) then this book will be an indispensable companion throughout the whole of your degree programme. It provides effective support for the development of the laboratory & data analysis skills that you will draw on time & again for the practical aspects of your studies & also gives you a solid grounding in the broader transferable skills which are increasingly necessary to achieve a high level of academic success. Now in its fourth edition Practical Skills in Biomolecular Sciences has been enhanced & updated throughout to provide a complete & easy-to-read guide to developing all of the skills you need from your first day through to graduation establishing its reputation as the practical resource for students of the biomolecular sciences. ...

If you are studying forensic science or a related course such as forensic chemistry or biology then this book will be an indispensable companion throughout your entire degree programme. This one-stop text will guide you through the wide range of practical analytical & data handling skills that you will need during your studies. It will also give you a solid grounding in the wider transferable skills such as teamwork & study skills. ...

This practical hands-on guide is the sailors essential atlas of the sky. Assuming no prior knowledge this comprehensive practical handbook helps the user at sea or on land read & understand the changing sky. Readers are given hands-on advice on how to read the night sky & star charts as well as information on whether particular stars can be seen with the naked eye or require binoculars or a telescope. At the core of the book are 150 sky charts showing what features can be seen in each position & when. Every constellation in the northern & southern hemisphere is mapped out. Simple methods are given for finding the biggest brightest stars & then identifying other lesser stars by their relative position. For sailors out of the sight of land celestial navigation really comes into its own
- providing a sure means of checking the boats position even when GPS & other electronics malfunction. This book will provide a complete reference as to what stars & constellations they should be able to use when & where in the world. The Practical Skywatchers Handbook is ideal for anyone on land or sea wanting a complete guide to the night sky.
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