Böcker av David Griffiths

A novel which explores how much we can trust our memories and what this means for one man as his childhood memories threaten to undermine a life which has rarely been affected by self-doubt

The Prickly Pear and Other Cacti as Food for Stock is a pioneering work in the field of animal husbandry. Written by the experts at the United States Bureau of Plant Industry and the Department of Agriculture, this guide provides practical advice for using cacti as a source of food for livestock. It is a must-read for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and animal nutrition.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.

This book offers valuable insights into the use of cacti as a food source for stock. It delves into the nutritional value of these plants, their cultivation, and the economic advantages of integrating them into livestock feeding. David Griffiths combines his extensive experience in animal husbandry with his passion for desert vegetation to provide a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in improving their livestock management practices. 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.

An introduction to the life and work of portrait artist David Griffiths. Covering 50 years of work and study, each portrait is accompanied by a short piece detailing the story behind the picture.

James finds himself in his late twenties realising he has failed to engage fully with the world, being distanced from it by his comfortable financial circumstances and his lack of close friends. Nearly a decade after his father's death he discovers a letter to him which re-awakens his memories of a Kenyan childhood.

The main character, Malcolm, was born in the shadow of a disabled sister. His family's preoccupation with her establishes and reinforces in him a chronic inability to show emotion and share experiences.

The autobiography of the portrait artist David Griffiths, who was inspired to paint under the tutelage of his school art teacher, Elis Gwyn, after moving to Pwllheli to escape Hitler''s bombs on the banks of the Mersey.

React helps you create and work on an app in just a few minutes. But learning how to put all the pieces together is hard. How do you validate a form? Or implement a complex multistep user action without writing messy code? How do you test your code? Make it reusable? Wire it to a backend? Keep it easy to understand? The React Cookbook delivers answers fast.Many books teach you how to get started, understand the framework, or use a component library with React, but very few provide examples to help you solve particular problems. This easy-to-use cookbook includes the example code developers need to unravel the most common problems when using React, categorized by topic area and problem.You'll learn how to:Build a single-page application in React using a rich UICreate progressive web applications that users can install and work with offlineIntegrate with backend services such as REST and GraphQLAutomatically test for accessibility problems in your applicationSecure applications with fingerprints and security tokens using WebAuthnDeal with bugs and avoid common functional and performance problems

Focusing on Commedia Dell'Arte, this work provides a historical and critical commentary of the Commedia. It highlights common factors between this genre and that of the Japanese Noh theatre. Included is the play "Please Be Gentle" which explores tricks and devices of Commedia Dell'Arte acting.

This work examines the Japanese Noh theatre historically, philosophically (with an evaluation of Zeami's treatises) and in respect of the Noh training. It includes a short play, "The Dove", which reflects the influence of the Noh theatre and provides references to its cultural source.

Looking for a reliable way to learn how to program on your own, without being overwhelmed by confusing concepts? Head First Programming introduces the core concepts of writing computer programs -- variables, decisions, loops, functions, and objects -- which apply regardless of the programming language. This book offers concrete examples and exercises in the dynamic and versatile Python language to demonstrate and reinforce these concepts. Learn the basic tools to start writing the programs that interest you, and get a better understanding of what software can (and cannot) do. When you're finished, you'll have the necessary foundation to learn any programming language or tackle any software project you choose.With a focus on programming concepts, this book teaches you how to:Understand the core features of all programming languages, including: variables, statements, decisions, loops, expressions, and operatorsReuse code with functionsUse library code to save time and effortSelect the best data structure to manage complex dataWrite programs that talk to the WebShare your data with other programsWrite programs that test themselves and help you avoid embarrassing coding errorsWe think your time is too valuable to waste struggling with new concepts. Using the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory to craft a multi-sensory learning experience, Head First Programming uses a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works, not a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep.

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This work investigates the use of mask in the Masquerade traditions of West Africa, specifically Nigeria. The author argues in favour of a common language of mask performance and focuses on the work of Wole Soyinka. Also presented is the author's trilogy of plays, "Touch".