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Completely revised and updated, this bestselling introduction to programming in JavaScript focuses on writing real applications.

The first book for the western market on the ancient Chinese medicine that is Yang sheng (meaning 'nourished life')

A parent's guide from';one of the most reliable, respected health resources that Americans have' (Publishers Weekly). Drawing from the collective wisdom of pediatric experts at Mayo Clinic, ranked #1 on US News & World Report's 2020-2021 Best Hospitals Honor Roll, Mayo Clinic Guide to Raising a Healthy Child addresses key questions and concerns many parents have about the preschool and school-age years. In this book, parents learn what to expect in the lively, wonder-filled time between ages 3 and 11. They'll find answers to family dilemmas such as feeding a picky eater, resolving sleep problems, addressing bullying, treating common injuries and illnesses, and coping with complex health care needs. Experts discuss what it takes to prepare a child for a rich and meaningful adult experience. This book is intended to be a companion manual for navigating those early to middle childhood years, offering encouragement and trusted advice from some of the best experts around, and helping your family find success. The book is divided into 6 sections: Section 1 addresses growth and development Section 2 focuses on health and safety Section 3 discusses important topics related to emotional wellbeing Section 4 covers common illnesses and concerns Section 5 is devoted to special circumstances in raising a child Section 6 provides tips and guidance creating a healthy family unit

Jason Barron is a product manager and illustrator who helps people realise their creative ideas through visual learning. He spent 86 class days, 516 hours of class time, and worked through mountains of homework in completing his MBA. Along the way, rather than taking notes that he would never read again, Jason created sketchnotes for each class to create a much more interesting and useful resource. This is his first book.

The Whole Fish Cookbookis the bestselling cookbook that has changed the waywe think about fish.Jamie Oliver called Josh Niland one of the most impressive chefs of a generation and Yotam Ottolenghi voted the book one of his favourites ever. Add to that a swag of awards, including: The Australian Book Industry Association's Illustrated Book of the Year in 2020; Andre Simon Food Book Award 2019; and two James Beard awards in 2020 Restaurant and Professional and the prestigious Book of the Year. The Whole Fish Cookbookwas also shortlisted as debut cookbook of the year in the Fortnum & Mason food & drink awards in 2020 and longlisted as Booksellers' choice in the adult non-fiction category by the Australian Booksellers' Association. As well, photographer Rob Palmer won the National Photographic Portrait Prize in 2020 with a stunning photo of Josh from the book.My cookbook of the year. Yotam Ottolenghi, The GuardianA mind-blowing masterpiece from one of the most impressive chefs of a generation. Jamie Oliver Josh Niland is a genius. Nigella Lawson We all want to eat more fish, but who wants to bother spending the time, effort and money cooking that same old salmon fillet on repeat when you could be trying something new and utterly delicious? In The Whole Fish Cookbook,Sydney's groundbreaking seafood chef Josh Niland reveals a completely new way to think about all aspects of fish cookery. From sourcing and butchering to dry ageing and curing, it challenges everything we thought we knew about the subject and invites readers to see fish for what it really is an amazing, complex source of protein that can, and should, be treated with exactly the same nose-to-tail reverence as meat. Featuring more than 60 recipes for dozens of fish species ranging from Cod Liver Pate on Toast, Fish Cassoulet and Roast Fish Bone Marrow to essentially the Perfect Fish and Chips, The Whole Fish Cookbookwill soon have readers seeing that there is so much more to a fish than just the fillet, and that there are more than just a handful of fish in the sea.

A gorgeous full-colour book for map lovers and those with an interest in the mysteries of the universe.

Reinventing Your Life, a transformative book penned by Jeffrey E. Young, is a must-read for those seeking personal growth and change. Published by Scribe Publications in 2019, this piece of literature falls under the self-help genre, yet it transcends the norms of the category. The book provides readers with practical strategies and insightful wisdom, encouraging them to break free from self-defeating life patterns that have kept them stuck in a rut. Young's approach is both compassionate and empowering, making this book an essential guide for anyone looking to reinvent their life. Don't miss this gem from Scribe Publications, a publisher renowned for bringing enlightening and thought-provoking reads to the market.

The life hack that you've been waiting for - to work less in order to increase your productivity - by 'the most productive man you could ever hope to meet' as described by TED.com.

A beyond-cool look at the world of high-end audio design for passionate collectors, obsessive audiophiles, and design fans

A fascinating new popular science title that shows how our behaviour and character is subtly influenced by our environment - both natural and designed.

A great challenge to get out of the spiritual comfort zone to find a fulfilled and fulfilling faith. In response to a deep crisis of faith in the West, Johannes Hartl encourages readers to reject a feel-good Christianity, superficial answers and shallow conceptions of God, but instead to grasp hold of genuine faith and rediscover a sense of wonder.

The Sunday Times Bestseller and New York Times Bestseller. Meet the new Winnie the Pooh.' The Daily Mail'A wonderful work of art and a wonderful window into the human heart' Richard CurtisEnter the world of Charlie's four unlikely friends, discover their story and their most important life lessons.

The definitive guide to understanding, diagnosing, and treating urologic disorders - now in full color for the first time!Smith & Tanagho's General Urology, Nineteenth Edition offers a complete overview of the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders managed by urologic surgeons. This trusted classic delivers a clear, concise presentation of the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical findings, differential diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of all major urologic conditions. The well-organized, user-friendly design makes relevant clinical information and management guidelines easy to find and simple to implement..NEW full-color presentation.High-yield descriptions of the latest diagnostic modalities and management protocols.More than 1,000 illustrations and figures, including CT scans, radionuclide imaging scans, and x-rays.NEW chapters on female urology and pediatric urology .Ideal for residents and medical students who require a concise and comprehensive reference.Great for board preparation

This story literally has what it takes: the anecdotes, the insights and, most of all,the values to guide the next generation of entrepreneurs. Mark Carney The real story of what it takes from a man who could turn dreams into realities.Ray Dalio Candid, funnyand real, Steve offers wisdom and the gift ofmuch-needed common sensechapter by chapter and experience by experience.A great read! John KerryFrom Blackstone chairman, CEO and co-founder Stephen A. Schwarzman, a long-awaited book that uses impactful episodes from Schwarzmans life to show readers how to build, transform and lead thriving organisations. Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, philanthropist, executive or simply someone looking for ways to maximise your potential, the same lessons apply. People know who Stephen Schwarzman is he's the man who took $400,000 and co-founded Blackstone, the investment firm that manages over $500 billion (as of January 2019). He's the CEO whose views are sought by heads of state. He's the billionaire philanthropist who founded Schwarzman Scholars, this century's version of the Rhodes Scholarship, in China. But behind these achievements is a man who has spent his life learning and reflecting on what it takes to achieve excellence, make an impact, and live a life of consequence. Folding handkerchiefs in his father's linen shop, Schwarzman dreamed of a larger life, filled with purpose and adventure. After starting his career in finance at a financial firm called DLJ, Schwarzman began working at Lehman Brothers where he ascended to run the mergers and acquisitions practice. He eventually partnered with his mentor and friend Pete Peterson to found Blackstone, where Schwarzman's simple mantra don't lose money has helped Blackstone become a leading private equity and real estate investor, and manager of alternative assets for institutional investors globally. Schwarzman is also an active philanthropist, having given away more than a billion dollars. His gifts have ranged from creating a new College of Computing at MIT for the study of artificial intelligence, to establishing a first-of-its-kind student and performing arts centre at Yale, to founding the Schwarzman Scholars fellowship programme at Tsinghua University in Beijing the single largest philanthropic effort in China's history from international donors. From deal-making to investing, leadership to entrepreneurship, philanthropy to diplomacy, Schwarzman has lessons for how to think about ambition and scale, risk and opportunities, and how to achieve success through the relentless pursuit of excellence.

This is a hands-on, self-help guide to gaining long-lasting confidence and overcoming fear using mindfulness-based therapy. The author explains how many of us are playing the 'confidence game' using the wrong rules, and guides the reader through clear, simple exercises designed to help you manage difficult emotions such as anxiety and build genuine confidence. The Confidence Gap has a gentler, more thoughtful approach to teaching confidence than the typically aggressive/peppy self-help approach. It is instructive, reassuring and gentle in tone, which will appeal to women as well as men and the business market.

Embark on a remarkable journey through the world of wine with the 'World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition.' Authored by the renowned wine expert, Jancis Robinson, this book is a must-have for every wine enthusiast. Published in 2019, the book delves into the fascinating world of wine, offering a comprehensive overview of its many facets. From exploring the wine regions of the world to understanding the process of winemaking, the book provides a wealth of knowledge to both the novice and the connoisseur. The genre is non-fiction and it's a fascinating exploration of the global wine landscape. Published by the Octopus Publishing Group, the 'World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition' is an authoritative and enlightening guide to the world of wine. Don't miss out on this captivating journey that will deepen your appreciation and understanding of wine.

Looks at diagnosis and treatment of binocular vision. Written with an emphasis on proper evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, each condition is covered in-depth and includes background information, symptoms, case analysis, and management options. This title includes information on vision therapy equipment.

Meditations, a book by Marcus Aurelius, is a profound piece of literature that has stood the test of time. Published in 2019 by John Wiley and Sons Ltd, this book delves into the mind of one of history's most influential philosophers. The author, Marcus Aurelius, was not just a philosopher, but also a Roman Emperor, and his writings offer a unique insight into his life and thoughts. The book belongs to the genre of philosophy and is a compilation of personal reflections, offering a deep understanding of the Stoic philosophy. This English version of Meditations is a must-read for those seeking wisdom and tranquility in their lives.

Discover and explore the most incredible statues, monuments, temples, bridges, and ancient cities with this unparalleled survey of the most famous buildings and structures created by humans. From Stonehenge to the Sagrada Familia, from the Great Wall of China to the Burj Khalifa, Manmade Wonders of the Worldplots a continent-by-continent journey around the world, exploring and charting the ingenuity and imagination used by different cultures to create iconic buildings. This truly global approach reveals how humans have tackled similar challenges - such as keeping the enemy out or venerating their gods - in vastly different parts of the world. As writer, historian, and broadcaster Dan Cruickshank writes in his foreword, "reading this book is like taking a journey through the world not only of the present but also of the past, because the roots of many wonders lie in antiquity."By combining breathtaking photography with 3D cutaway artworks, floorplans, and other illustrations, the hidden details and engineering innovations that make each building remarkable are revealed. Featuring the most visited monuments in the world - such as the Eiffel Tower, Taj Mahal, and Machu Picchu - as well as some hidden gems, Manmade Wonders of the World can help you to map out the trip of a lifetime or simply be enjoyed as a celebration of the world that humans have built over thousands of years.

The second edition of this best-selling Python book teaches even the technically uninclined how to automate the boring stuff.

Work with petabyte-scale datasets while building a collaborative, agile workplace in the process. This practical book is the canonical reference to Google BigQuery, the query engine that lets you conduct interactive analysis of large datasets. BigQuery enables enterprises to efficiently store, query, ingest, and learn from their data in a convenient framework. With this book, youll examine how to analyze data at scale to derive insights from large datasets efficiently.Valliappa Lakshmanan, tech lead for Google Cloud Platform, and Jordan Tigani, engineering director for the BigQuery team, provide best practices for modern data warehousing within an autoscaled, serverless public cloud. Whether you want to explore parts of BigQuery youre not familiar with or prefer to focus on specific tasks, this reference is indispensable.

Discover a new and effective way to learn Greek. With 12 units covering the four key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, this bestselling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your computer or MP3 player.

Short Stories in Spanish for Intermediate Learners is an unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories at intermediate level for adult and young adult learners.