The Concept of Model is the first of Alain Badiou\'s early books to be translated fully into English. With this publication English readers finally have access to a crucial work by one of the world\'s greatest living philosophers. Written on the eve of the events of May 1968, The Concept of Model provides a solid mathematical basis for a rationalist materialism. Badiou\'s concept of model distinguishes

The first performance of George Frideric Handel\'s iMessiahi in Dublin in 1742 is now legendary. Gentlemen were asked to leave their swords at home and ladies to come without hoops in their skirts in order to fit more people into the audience. The initial performance was so well-received in Dublin that an encore performance was given a few weeks later. Why then, did this now famous and beloved oratorio

pThis collection of letters by and to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, compiled by Emily Anderson, offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of music\'s greatest geniuses. Volume III contains letters from the final years of his life, including those to his wife, family members, and other composers. Anderson\'s detailed annotations provide context and insight into the events and personalities

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High Performance Learning is written for managers and training professionals. For managers, High Performance Learning will assist you in ensuring that your team gets the most out of internal and external training courses and e-learning programs to help meet your personal, team and organizational goals. It provides managers with an understanding of their role in the training process and how they can

Founded in 1833, the Dover Stamping Co. was, by 1869, one of the leading American manufacturers and distributors of houseware goods and tinner s tools and machines. Included in this extensive catalog are a wide variety of products, ranging from plates, cake pans, molds, tea and coffee pots to graters, match safes, stove ornaments, and toys. Also shown are many tinner s tools and machines. A most valuable

Completely updated for 2008, this new book brings together all of the environmental laws and regulations that affect businesses in Virginia and examines changes to such programs as the Virginia Pollution Discharge Elimination System, the Chesapeake Bay initiatives, and the Virginia Water Protection Permit program. Written by one of the nation\'s leading environmental law firms, it provides concise,

pMany of the struggles that we are currently experiencing when attempting to implement Lean in the construction environment are the direct result of applying Lean tools out of proper context. Understanding Lean as an overall operating system will help to avert this all too common pitfall. ppAn in-depth exploration of the application of Lean initiatives in the construction industry, bLean Culture for

bWhile most famous for iLittle Womeni, Louisa May Alcott penned many other just as enthralling but lesser-known novels. Discover five of her hidden gems featuring Alcott\'s signature coming-of-age stories in this collectible hardcover boxed set!b pIn iAn Old-Fashioned Girli, sweet and sensible Polly spends her summers with her friend Fanny\'s family, during which she is thrust into a wealthy and fashionable

Young readers who love a swashbuckling yarn will be captivated by iThe Dark Frigate, i winner of the 1924 Newbery Medal as the year\'s most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. Abounding in intrigue, battles, and acts of derring-do, the story takes place in the 17th century and charts a course from England to the Caribbean. The hero, Philip Marsham, lost his mother at an

It had been foretold that Sunjata would become king. However, many doubted he had the skills to fulfill the prophecy. This story is an adaptation of an epic poem that has been told by jali poets since the 13th century. It tells of a young boy overcoming self-doubt and becoming the founder of the Mande Empire, one of the richest empires in African and Malian history. Sunjata\'s story is one of perseverance,

pstrongA remote bay in the Pacific Northwest has held a secret for thousands of years...and that secret just woke up.strongp pKai is angry when he\'s forced to join his new stepfather, Rick, on a research trip to Blind Bay. On a floating lab in the middle of nowhere. Rick, a marine biologist, is using sound waves to explore deep underwater caves. But they discover that the sound pulses have awakened

pIn this unique book Lord Woolf recounts his remarkable career and provides a personal and honest perspective on the most important developments in the common law over the last half century. pOpening with his life as a barrister and his role as the Treasury Devil, his recollections move to his judicial career and the many roles taken therein. The numerous standout moments examined include his work

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pWritten in collaboration with the European Council of Landscape Architecture Schools ECLAS and LE NOTRE, iThe Routledge Handbook of Teaching Landscape iprovides a wide-ranging overview of teaching landscape subjects, from geology to landscape design, reflecting different perspectives and practices at university-level landscape curricula. Focusing on the didactics of landscape education, this fully

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pbToday, everything and everyone is a brand. If you want to develop your personal brand, but can\'t afford the fees of a branding firm, this book provides access and insights into a thought-leading mind.bppFor entrepreneurs and professionals looking to manage their business career, it\'s more than just theory. It\'s part step-by-step guide, part story-sharing written to inspire and help bring your

pThe author is a faculty member of Indiana Wesleyan University and is a lay minister at the Wesleyan Church in Shelbyville, Kentucky.pppp The book includes sixty devotionals on business topics you would find in an MBA degree. The subject areas are general business, accounting, economics, finance, and statistics. Dr. Snider is a professor and has worked in information technology for four decades. His