Vol. 1 : A-D. - 524 p.

Buddhism, according to the editor in chief of this encyclopedia, "is one of the three major world religions, along with Christianity and Islam." Unlike the other two, however, Buddhism lacks substantial reference works in Western languages. The majority are single-volume works, defining terms, concepts, deities, etc. The Encyclopedia of Buddhism, on the other hand, "seeks to document the range and depth of the Buddhist tradition in its many manifestations."

Vol. 1 : A - C. - 1 - 461 pp.

"To tell you the truth, you can learn the basics of meditation in five minutes," asserts Stephan Bodian, meditation instructor, psychotherapist, and former editor-in-chief of Yoga Journal. You can also study meditation for years, exploring its subtleties. Meditation for Dummies is a simple, clear introduction to the basics of meditation, including an overview of dozens of techniques, practices, and specific meditations, plus direction for going deeper. You get step-by-step instructions for a variety of meditations, including body position, mental concentration, where to put your attention, what to contemplate or notice, physical movements, and breathing. A nice touch is the recurring "traditional wisdom": ancient stories or anecdotes that make a point. This book is useful whether you want the nuts and bolts for getting started in the next minute or you want to dip your mind into different practices and philosophies. Nothing is too elementary to explain: "how to sit up straight — and live to tell about it," what to wear, dealing with fear and self-judgment, and what to do when you get "stuck." You also get plenty of information about the benefits and varieties of meditation. You're bound find and develop a practice that feels right for you.

Vol. 1 : Acceptance - Food Politics. - 720 p.

Aeronautics. - 227 p.

In 1993 the first edition of ELL (Ron Asher, Editor) was hailed as “the field’s standard reference work for a generation”. Now the all-new second edition matches ELL’s comprehensiveness and high quality, expanded for a new generation, while being the first encyclopedia to really exploit the multimedia potential of linguistics. The most authoritative, up-to-date, comprehensive, and international reference source in its field. An entirely new work, with new editors, new authors, new topics and newly commissioned articles with a handful of classic articles. The first Encyclopedia to exploit the multimedia potential of linguistics through the online edition. Ground-breaking and International in scope and approach. Alphabetically arranged with extensive cross-referencing.

Vol. 1 : Abidjan - Economic. - 282 p.

Vol. 1 : Academies—Cromwell. - 228 p.

In 1980, editor and publisher Moshe Y. Sachs set our ro create the Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations, a new kind of reference work that would view every nation of the world as if through a "world mirror" and not from the perspective of any one country or group of countries. In 1981, a companion volume, the Worldmark Encyclopedia of the States, was introduced. It was selected as an "Outstanding Reference Source" by the Reference Sources Committee of the American Library Association, Reference and Adult Services Division. The Gale Group now offers a revised and updated sixth edition of the Worldmark Encyclopedia of the States. The fitness of the United States of America as a subject for encyclopedic study is plain. No discussion of world politics, economics, culture, technology, or military affairs would be complete without an intensive examination of the American achievement. What is not so obvious is why the editors chose to present this work as an encyclopedia of the states rather than of the United States. In so doing, they emphasize the fact that the United States is a federal union of separate states with divergent histories, traditions, resources, laws, and economic interests. Every state, large or small, is treated in an individual chapter, within a framework of 50 standard subject headings; generally, the more populous the state, the longer the article. The District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico each have their own chapters, and two additional articles describe in summary the other Caribbean and Pacific dependencies. The concluding chapter is an overview of the nation as a whole. Supplementing this textual material are tables of conversions and abbreviations, a glossary, and more than 50 black-and-white maps prepared especially for this encyclopedia. Publication of this encyclopedia was a collective effort that enlisted the talents of scholars, government agencies, editor-writers, artists, cartographers, typesetters, proofreaders, and many others...

This encyclopedia, designed for high-school students, college undergraduates, and general readers, covers the entire spectrum of psychology. The editor, a freelance writer, has produced several works for Gale. She was advised on this book by a college professor and a high-school teacher of psychology. The book includes more than 400 entries on topics studied in high schools and introductory college courses, including biographies of significant people in psychology; theories; terms; landmark case studies and experiments; applications of psychology in advertising, medicine, and sports; psychological tests; and career information.

Эта книга поможет вам приумножить опыт, приобретенный при работе с приложением Access, и поднять его на принципиально новый уровень вы научитесь использовать язык программирования VBA для выполнения тех задач, которые до сих пор делали вручную. Авторы поставили цель как можно быстрее и эффективнее научить читателей основным навыкам автоматизации работы с базами данных. В книге рассматривается большое число тем, включая: основы работы в редакторе Visual Basic Editor; использование переменных, констант, типов данных, процедур и встроенных функций VBA; работа с массивами, объектами, формами, простыми и комбинированными списками, отчетами и коллекциями приложения; анализ модели событий Access; извлечение и обработка данных с помощью ADO; работа с файлами данных и файлами XML. В конце книги дан обзор языка Jet SQL. Книга предназначена для профессионалов, которые используют Access в своей повседневной работе.

The Bulletin on Narcotics is a United Nations journal that has been in continuous publication since 1949. It is printed in all six official languages of the United Nations—Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish. The Bulletin provides information on developments in drug control at the local, national, regional and international levels that can be of benefit to the international community. The present issue of the Bulletin, whose guest editor is Martin Bouchard of Simon Fraser University in Canada, is focused on measurement issues in drug policy analysis. It consists of a selection of papers presented at the Third Annual Conference of the International Society for the Study of Drug Policy, held in Vienna on 2 and 3 March 2009. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime wishes to thank Melissa Tullis of the Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs and Raggie Johansen of the Studies and Threat Analysis Section for editorial assistance in preparing this issue.

Take a unique look at the special techniques involved in shooting sports photographs digitally as you get a glimpse into the author?s own journey toward becoming a successful sports photographer. You?ll also get a wealth of information from some of the best sports shooters and editors working today in the industry. Cover important issues, including color management, camera setup, and equipment options and get insiders? tips on what a photo editor looks for in determining what makes a great image. Discover the techniques and methods unique to shooting photographs for baseball, football, basketball, ice hockey, soccer, and tennis. Whether you?re covering the Olympics for Sports Illustrated or a local youth soccer game, "Digital Sports Photography" will give you the help and guidance you need to make your photos stand out.

Book 2, book 1 : A Sequel to Amateur Telescope Making . - 1952. - 650 p.

One of the great benefits of Unix is the vast array of free and inexpensive software tools that are available for the platform. Programming with GNU Software provides an overview of how C and C++ programmers can use some of these tools: the source-code editor Emacs, the gcc compiler, gdb debugger, gprof profiler, and the RCS version-control system. The book offers a quick-paced tutorial that, unlike some introductions to Unix tools, is particularly focused on the needs of C programmers.

The Essential Guide to Semiconductors is a complete professional's guide to the business and technology of semiconductor design and manufacturing. Leading semiconductor industry analyst and editor Jim Turley illuminates every facet of the industry, explaining its fast-changing technologies, markets, and business models simply, clearly, and without unnecessary jargon.

Linux Desk Reference, Second Edition packs information about every command Linux users need-organized for maximum value and convenience. Scott Hawkins has updated entries throughout the book and added four new chapters-including all new coverage of the tc shell, Emacs editor, and Apache Web Server. This friendly reference is organized by task so you can find what you need even if you don't know what it's called! Unlike other Linux references, this one delivers practical examples for every command it contains-plus hundreds of invaluable tips, warnings, diagrams, and sample outputs. And if you're a Linux expert, you'll love the "roadmap-style" alphabetical fast-find reference section!

This Exam Cram 2 helps you pass the 70-290 exam, which is one of the four core exams in Microsoft's MCSE 2003 certification program as well as a core exam in the MCSA 2003 program. This book assumes that you have a solid foundation of knowledge but could use a refresher on important concepts, as well as a guide to exam topics and objectives. The book features test-taking strategies, time saving study tips, and a special Cram Sheet that includes tips, acronyms, and memory joggers not available anywhere else! The Cram Sheet is especially useful for last-minute review before the test begins. The best selling Exam Cram 2 series is supported online at examcram.com. Each book is published under the direction of Series Editor Ed Tittel, the leading authority on IT certification. This book has been subjected to rigorous technical review by a team of industry experts, ensuring content is superior in both coverage and technical accuracy, and has earned the distinction of Cramsession(TM) Approved Study Material.

The book begins with an introduction to GDI+ and the basics of graphics programming in Windows. The core of the book is a hands-on guide to practical topics, including how to use Windows Forms and optimize GDI+ performance. Chapters demonstrate how to develop real-world tools such as GDI+Painter, GDI+Editor, ImageViewer, and ImageAnimator. The author provides extensive reusable sample code in C# throughout, and complete downloadable source code in C# and Visual Basic .NET is available online, as are color versions of screen shots from the book.