Knots, Splices and Rope Work: An Illustrated Handbook
This treasury of practical and ornamental knots ranges from easy half-hitches and bow-lines to intricate rope-work projects, such as rope buckles and cask slings. Detailed instructions accompany the 148 drawings, which show how each knot, tie, or splice is formed as well as its appearance when complete.
Middle Eastern Dance, 2nd Edition (World of Dance)
The rich, diverse cultures of the Middle East have long inspired fascination among outsiders. That interest, coupled with misunderstanding, has sometimes led to mythical and exaggerated interpretations of regional dances that are far from authentic. This new edition of Middle Eastern Dance clearly and colorfully showcases the many dances of the region that have been performed for thousands of years...
Exploration and Colonization (Bloom's Literary Themes)
In this new volume, the roles of exploration and colonization are discussed in "Heart of Darkness," "The Iliad, "One Hundred Years of Solitude", "Things Fall Apart", and other literary works. Featuring original essays and excerpts from previously published critical analyses, each book in the new "Bloom's Literary Themes" series gives students valuable insight into the title's subject theme.
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Dornbusch, Fischer, and Startz' Macroeconomics has been a leading intermediate macroeconomic theory text since its introduction in 1978. This revision retains most of the text's traditional features, including a middle-of-the-road approach and very current research, while updating and simplifying the exposition. The text is now even easier to teach from. The only prerequisite continues to be principles of economics.
If you like problem solving, this book belongs on your shelf. Some knowledge of linear or abstract algebra is needed for a few of the problems, but most require nothing beyond calculus, and many should be accessible to high school students. The book centers on solutions which are elegant, instructive, and clear. Often several solutions to the same problem are presented. There are many hints and comments to help you and to put solutions in a broader perspective.
