Representation Theory of the Symmetric Groups

Representation Theory of the Symmetric Groups
Author: Tullio Ceccherini-Silberstein
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 429
Release: 2010-02-04
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 113948396X

The representation theory of the symmetric groups is a classical topic that, since the pioneering work of Frobenius, Schur and Young, has grown into a huge body of theory, with many important connections to other areas of mathematics and physics. This self-contained book provides a detailed introduction to the subject, covering classical topics such as the Littlewood–Richardson rule and the Schur–Weyl duality. Importantly the authors also present many recent advances in the area, including Lassalle's character formulas, the theory of partition algebras, and an exhaustive exposition of the approach developed by A. M. Vershik and A. Okounkov. A wealth of examples and exercises makes this an ideal textbook for graduate students. It will also serve as a useful reference for more experienced researchers across a range of areas, including algebra, computer science, statistical mechanics and theoretical physics.

Mental Representation and Processing of Geographic Knowledge

Mental Representation and Processing of Geographic Knowledge
Author: Thomas Barkowsky
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2003-07-01
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3540361944

In cognitive science, mental representations of spatial knowledge are metaphorically referred to as cognitive maps. However, investigations in cognitive psychology reveal that the cognitive map metaphor is inadequate and that more suitable conceptions of human spatial knowledge processing are needed. This book addresses mental processing of knowledge about geographic space from an AI point of view by presenting an experimental computational modeling approach. Results about human memory and visual mental imagery from cognitive psychology are combined with AI techniques of spatial and diagrammatic knowledge processing. The author develops the diagrammatic reasoning architecture MIRAGE as a comprehensive conception of human geographic knowledge processing.

Bushmen in the Tourist Imaginary

Bushmen in the Tourist Imaginary
Author: Roie Thomas
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2016-12-14
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1443848808

This book is a semantic and semiotic analysis of tourism texts that represent specific groups of San (or Bushmen) in modern Botswana, and is framed by postcolonial theory, post-tourism and resistance theories. Critically, the book demonstrates the power that both written and visual language can have upon consumers of texts. It provides a case-study of neo-colonial exploitation and, conversely, reveals the efficacy of self-representation for tourist consumption, with an increasing number of San offering alternatives to an entrenched ethnic hegemony, effecting gradual political and social recognition and autonomy. As such, the book is written in a spirit of optimism for the burgeoning self-determination of a long-marginalised group.

OSS Foreign Nationalities Branch Files, 1942-1945

OSS Foreign Nationalities Branch Files, 1942-1945
Author: United States. Office of Strategic Services. Foreign Nationalities Branch
Publisher:
Total Pages: 458
Release: 1988
Genre: Immigrants
ISBN:

Documents consist of departmental memos and reports, correspondence with individuals, and press clippings and press reports which deal with American Jewish groups during 1942-1945, as well as issues relating to Palestine, Jews and Jewish refugees during World War II.

Directory of Publishing 2011

Directory of Publishing 2011
Author:
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2010-09-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 144113882X

Now in its 36th edition, and compiled in association with the Publishers Association, this is the most authoritative, detailed trade directory available for the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, listing over 900 book publishers. Comprehensive entries include, where available: - full contact details including addresses and websites - details of distribution and sales and marketing agents - key personnel - listing of main fields of activity - information on annual turnover, numbers of new titles and numbers of employees - ISBN prefixes including those for imprints and series - details of trade association membership - information on overseas representation - details of associated and parent companies. In addition to the detailed entries on publishers, the Directory offers in-depth coverage of the wider UK book trade and lists organizations associated with the book trade: packagers, authors' agents, trade and allied associations and services. The directory is also available to purchase as an online resource, for more information and a free preview please visit www.continuumbooks.com/directoryofpublishing

Directory of Publishing 2011

Directory of Publishing 2011
Author: Continuum
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2010-12-02
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1441184422

Comprehensive trade directory of the UK publishing industry and allied book trade suppliers, associations and services.

International Banking Operations

International Banking Operations
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking, Finance, and Urban Affairs. Subcommittee on Financial Institutions Supervision, Regulation and Insurance
Publisher:
Total Pages: 948
Release: 1977
Genre: Banks and banking, International
ISBN: