Böcker av Charles Jones

This book is a comprehensive text-book on the construction and manufacture of the rifled ordnance in the British service. Written by two experts in the field, it provides detailed information on the design, manufacture, and performance of rifled ordnance. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and technology of military weapons.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Expectant parents desire healthy infants as well as a smoother pregnancy experience. The issue is that traditional prenatal vitamins fall far short of satisfying the needs of all pregnant women. This book, Guide to a Good Pregnancy, will offer priceless guidance that you can rely on to help give your child a healthy start, whether you're a first-time parent or just need a refresher. This guide, which has been hailed as the best prenatal resource for expectant parents, combines the knowledge of acclaimed medical experts with the basic, simple advice that every parent needs to know. This book provides Clear & Concise explanations of several topics. You shouldn't have to strain to comprehend what is happening throughout your pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Additionally discussed are the ideal prenatal diet, when to have sex, when to get pregnant, how to increase your chances of getting pregnant, how to change the odds of having a boy or a girl, and how to recognize when you're ovulating. Anxiety, sadness, optimism, and joy are all common emotions experienced during infertility treatment. It carries you through the entire postpartum phase as well because bringing your newborn home and getting well brings about unforeseen physical, mental, and life changes that are all too frequently ignored for you and your partner. With a focus on science, it addresses all common questions about pregnancy as well as practical matters like creating a baby budget and juggling work. Other topics covered include the truth about epidurals, nutrition, and cleaning up your cosmetics during pregnancy. This book gives you the tools you need to choose the best course of action for your particular family based on the most recent clinical research and helpful guidance from leading experts.

An introductory guide to the beliefs and key concepts of Pure Land Buddhism, the most widely practiced form of Buddhism in East Asia.Pure Land is a brief introduction to the history and practices of Pure Land Buddhism, a popular and growing global tradition. Pure Land practices center on Amitabha Buddha, rebirth in his pure buddha-land, and the guaranteed attainment of buddhahood. It constitutes the dominant tradition of most Buddhists in East Asia and is the most common form of practice within immigrant Buddhist communities in America, yet it remains elusive to many general readers of Buddhism. This brief introduction summarizes the core teachings of this tradition and charts its growth throughout the world. Part of the Buddhist Foundations series, Pure Land covers the spiritual tenets behind the tradition before describing how prayer and devotion to Amitabha allow for rebirth in a realm free from suffering and ideal for progress on the path to enlightenment. It then outlines specific Pure Land practices, all the while providing historical context to account for its widespread popularity throughout East Asia. The author also covers contemporary Pure Land traditions, providing a useful touch point for modern readers. Pure Land practitioners and readers interested in Asian-American Buddhist communities now have a concise guide to the ideas, practices, and origins of this widely popular spiritual tradition.

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