International Book Publishing: An Encyclopedia

International Book Publishing: An Encyclopedia
Author: Philip G. Altbach
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 776
Release: 2015-05-08
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1134261330

First Published in 1996. This encyclopedia is unique in several ways. As the first international reference source on publishing, it is a pioneering venture. Our aim is to provide comprehensive discussion and analysis of key subjects relating to books and publishing worldwide. The sixty-four essays included here feature not only factual and statistical information about the topic, but also analysis and evaluation of those facts and figures. The chapters are significantly more comprehensive than those typically found in an encyclopedia.

Publish Your Book

Publish Your Book
Author: Gordon Woolf
Publisher: Worsley Pr
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2004-05
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781875750207

The second edition of a book we didn't intend to publish, it started as a letter sent to the many people who approached author/ publisher Gordon Woolf about getting their book published. First published in a way that was an example of what it advised, it sold too many to stay away. This and Pathway to Publication makes a useful pair, covering all aspects of authorship and publishing.

Hearings

Hearings
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Education
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1870
Release: 1959
Genre:
ISBN:

Principles of Database Management

Principles of Database Management
Author: Wilfried Lemahieu
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 817
Release: 2018-07-12
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1316946754

This comprehensive textbook teaches the fundamentals of database design, modeling, systems, data storage, and the evolving world of data warehousing, governance and more. Written by experienced educators and experts in big data, analytics, data quality, and data integration, it provides an up-to-date approach to database management. This full-color, illustrated text has a balanced theory-practice focus, covering essential topics, from established database technologies to recent trends, like Big Data, NoSQL, and more. Fundamental concepts are supported by real-world examples, query and code walkthroughs, and figures, making it perfect for introductory courses for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in information systems or computer science. These examples are further supported by an online playground with multiple learning environments, including MySQL, MongoDB, Neo4j Cypher, and tree structure visualization. This combined learning approach connects key concepts throughout the text to the important, practical tools to get started in database management.

Medical Physiology E-Book

Medical Physiology E-Book
Author: Walter F. Boron
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 1907
Release: 2016-03-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1455733288

For a comprehensive understanding of human physiology — from molecules to systems —turn to the latest edition of Medical Physiology. This updated textbook is known for its unparalleled depth of information, equipping students with a solid foundation for a future in medicine and healthcare, and providing clinical and research professionals with a reliable go-to reference. Complex concepts are presented in a clear, concise, and logically organized format to further facilitate understanding and retention. - Clear, didactic illustrations visually present processes in a clear, concise manner that is easy to understand. - Intuitive organization and consistent writing style facilitates navigation and comprehension. - Takes a strong molecular and cellular approach that relates these concepts to human physiology and disease. - Student Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience includes access -- on a variety of devices -- to the complete text with thorough hyperlinking, images, 10 animations, and copious linkout notes prepared by the Editors. - An increased number of clinical correlations provides a better understanding of the practical applications of physiology in medicine. - Highlights new breakthroughs in molecular and cellular processes, such as the role of epigenetics, necroptosis, and ion channels in physiologic processes, to give insights into human development, growth, and disease. - Several new authors offer fresh perspectives in many key sections of the text, and meticulous editing makes this multi-authored resource read with one unified voice.