Originally published in 1984, this book argues that there is an inherited suspicion from the nineteenth century that the historical novel after Scott is essentially a 'costume' affair, suited only to minor talents and undiscerning readers. This book challenges such a view, and in doing so, offers a major reappraisal of the mainstream Victorian novel.
Chaotic dynamics has been hailed as the third great scientific revolution in physics this century, comparable to relativity and quantum mechanics. In this book, Peter Smith explains some of the basic mathematical ideas in a clear and accessible way, and discusses the methodological issues which arise.
The development of the Baha'i Faith from the messianic Babi movement in nineteenth-century Iran to become an independent religion established in many countries and commanding the devotion of people from many different cultures provides a vivid example of religious change in the modern world.
Brings together the key elements of the loads produced from explosive sources, how they interact with structures and the way structures respond to them. This work presents quantitative information and design methods. It is also includes a coverage of the threat spectrum, and is supported by relevant worked examples.
Peter Smith traces the development of the Baha'i faith from its roots in the Babi movement of mid-nineteenth century Iran, through the lives and work of its prophet-founder, Baha'u'llah (1817-92), and his successors, to its contemporary emergence as a worldwide religion.
Thoroughly updated and expanded 4th edition of the classic text, including numerous worked examples, diagrams and exercises. An ideal resource for students and lecturers in engineering, mathematics and the sciences it is published alongside a separate Problems and Solutions Sourcebook containing over 500 problems and fully-worked solutions.
Describes how buildings can be made to significantly reduce their reliance on fossil-based energy by the use of solar and geothermal resources. This book also describes a range of renewable energy generating technologies.
This is a straightforward, elementary textbook for beginning students of philosophy. The general aim is to provide a clear introduction to the main issues arising in the philosophy of mind.
Buildings are the greatest energy wasters and for those of us concerned about the environment, and household bills, this book presents the key design changes that we can implement to our own homes to remedy energy loss. It covers a range of design changes. It is intended for architects, designers and homeowners.
Offers a summary of the vocabulary used across the building industry. Covering a range of disciplines across architecture and building and including both SI metric and Imperial units, this dictionary enables students and professionals to use and understand vocabulary from other areas of expertise, and contribute to better communication.
Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: AS/A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017Develop your students' knowledge of themes 3 and 4 of the Edexcel specification and put theory into context with focused case studies and practice activities.Maximise their potential in Edexcel A level Economics A with this Edexcel-endorsed textbook, which includes topic-by-topic guidance from Peter Smith:- Keep your students' up to date with the rapidly changing world: new exciting case studies will help them analyse and evaluate- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples and practice activities throughout the book- Ensure they can explain key economic concepts and issues accurately and effectively:learn the key terms throughout the text and in the theme-by-theme glossaries- Feel confident in their exam skills: put what they learn into practice with activities and practice questions
Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: AS/A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016Develop your students' knowledge of themes 1 and 2 of the Edexcel specification and put theory into context with focused case studies and practice activities.Maximise their potential in Edexcel A level Economics A with this Edexcel-endorsed textbook, which includes topic-by-topic guidance from Peter Smith:- Keep your students' up to date with the rapidly changing world: new exciting case studies will help them analyse and evaluate- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples and practice activities throughout the book- Ensure they can explain key economic concepts and issues accurately and effectively:learn the key terms throughout the text and in the theme-by-theme glossaries- Feel confident in their exam skills: put what they learn into practice with activities and practice questionsContentsTheme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure- Chapter 1 The nature of economics- Chapter 2 The nature of demand - Chapter 3 The nature of supply - Chapter 4 How markets work: price determination - Chapter 5 How markets work: the price mechanism in action- Chapter 6 Market failure and externalities- Chapter 7 Market failure: public goods and information gaps- Chapter 8 Government intervention and government failureTheme 1 key termsTheme 1 practice questions Theme 2 The UK economy - performance and policies- Chapter 9 Measures of economic performance: economic growth- Chapter 10 Measures of economic performance: inflation, unemployment and the balance of payments- Chapter 11 Aggregate demand- Chapter 12 Aggregate supply- Chapter 13 National income and macroeconomic equilibrium- Chapter 14 Economic growth- Chapter 15 Macroeconomic policy objectives- Chapter 16 Macroeconomic policiesTheme 2 key termsTheme 2 practice questionsIndex
Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017This textbook has been fully revised for use with the new 2015 OCR Economics specification, giving you up-to-date material that supports your teaching. This book will enable students to:- Develop subject knowledge, with topic-by-topic insight and advice from Peter Smith, a senior lecturer in Economics and editor of Economic Review- Demonstrate awareness of current issues in economics and build analytical and evaluative skills with brand new case studies- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples- Accurately explain key economic concepts and issues by learning the key terms throughout the text and in the end-of-section glossaries Prepare for exams with practice questions and activities throughout the book
Exam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: EconomicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This textbook has been produced in collaboration with OCR for use with the new 2015 OCR Economics specification, giving you up-to-date material that supports your teaching. This book will enable students to- Develop subject knowledge, with topic-by-topic insight and advice from Peter Smith, a professorial fellow in: Economics and editor of Economic Review- Demonstrate awareness of current issues in economics and build analytical and evaluative skills with new case studies- Build their quantitative skills with worked examples - Accurately explain key economic concepts and issues by learning the key terms throughout the text and in the end of section glossaries- Prepare for exams with practice questions and activities throughout the bookContentsIntroductionSection 1 - Microeconomics- Part 1 Scarcity and choice--Chapter 1: Introducing economics- Part 2 How competitive markets work--Chapter 2: The coordination problem--Chapter 3: The nature of demand--Chapter 4: The nature of supply--Chapter 5: Market equilibrium and the price system--Chapter 6: Prices and resource allocation-Part 3 Market failure and government intervention--Chapter 7: Market failure and externalities--Chapter 8: Other forms of market failure--Chapter 9: Government intervention and government failureMicroeconomics key termsMicroeconomics practice questionsSection 2 - Macroeconomics- Part 4 Economic policy objectives and indicators of macroeconomic performance--Chapter 10: Macroeconomic performance: inflation--Chapter 11: Macroeconomic performance: employment and unemployment--Chapter 12: Measuring economic performance: economic growth- Part 5 Aggregate demand and aggregate supply--Chapter 13: Aggregate demand--Chapter 14: Aggregate supply and macroeconomic equilibrium- Part 6 The application of policy instruments--Chapter 15: Macroeconomic policy instruments- Part 7 The global context--Chapter 16: International trade--Chapter 17: The balance of payments and the exchange rateMacroeconomics key termsMacroeconomics practice questionsIndex
For PhD and other doctorate degree students as they approach their viva, this book helps candidates to understand the viva process and to prepare and present their work in the best possible manner. With concrete guidance, examples and activities throughout, it will cover everything from the constitution of the PhD viva panel and how to prepare as the event draws closer, to typical questions and how to answer them, and each of the possible exam outcomes. The book will also include a unique case studies chapter which brings the viva to life by drawing on practical real-life experiences from successful PhD graduates, as well as a chapter that will helpfully play out an entire viva, using examples from real student examinations.
Written by a well-known author in the field of Baha'i studies, this is a comprehensive and accessible encyclopedia to the youngest of the world religions. Regarded as the second most widespread faith after Christianity, with adherents in almost every country around the globe, the Baha'i faith is nevertheless unfamiliar to many. here Dr Smith traces the origins and development of the religion from 19th century Iran to the modern day, introducing its central figures and major historical events. combining breadth with a readable yet concise style, he provides a balanced overview of Baha'i scriptures, doctrines and practices, social teachings and organization. This reference work presents a clear and knowledgeable view of a fascinating new religion.
Resultados del proyecto de prospección arqueológica del Alto AsónWith contributions from Emilio Muñoz Fernández, Pedro García Gómez, Victor Crespo, Manuel Moñino Saez and Peter Smith
Deepen your understanding of quantum physics and expanded states of awareness with Quantum Consciousness, an enlightening guide that helps you pull science and spirituality closer together. This book blends quantum physics, expanded states of awareness, and human consciousness to help the reader expand their personal universe and discover new realms
The ideas, people, and events that developed art education are described and analyzed so that art educators and educators in general will have a better understanding of what has happened (and is happening) to visual art in the schools.
Bad Economics is a book for everyone who wants to understand why things have gone wrong rather than slavishly accepting the mainstream version of events. It takes on the illusions and delusions which regularly shape economic policy.
Comprises a series of commentaries on the UK government's reforms in the internal health care market. This work examines the contribution of economics to the debate on the reforms, while seeking to make the analysis accessible to a general audience. It is a useful read for students and researchers of health policy and health economics.
The Sex Pistols blew away all that had come before them, setting an entirely new bar for rock acts that followed in their wake. Peter Smith explores the impact the band had on the punk movement as well as its embodiment of disenfranchised youth and in the tense political climate of the 1970s.
This book is a step-by-step guide to Peter Smith's unique, 100% natural insomnia cure, which combines drug-free psychological and physiological treatments. Information on the causes of insomnia and how sleep 'works' is combined with practical advice for practising good sleep behaviours to change the mind's learned associations with sleep.
Peter Smith on how being human is an awkward, messy, embarrassing business
Peter Smith (d. 2016) lived in Hopkins, Minnesota. He wrote magazine articles, fiction, poetry, an occasional op-ed piece, and was a weekly contributor to Minnesota Public Radio's Morning Edition with Cathy Wurzer.
International comparison of health system performance has become increasingly popular, made possible by the rapidly expanding availability of health data. This book offers an important summary of the developments in health system performance comparison. It concludes by presenting the key lessons and future priorities.
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