Written in alternating chapters, W or the Memory of Childhood, tells two parallel tales, in two parts. One is a story created in childhood and about childhood. The other story is about two people called Gaspard Winckler: one an eight-year-old deaf-mute lost in a shipwreck, the other a man despatched to search for him, who discovers W, an island state based on the rules of sport.

As the two tales move in and out of focus, the disturbing truth about the island of W reveals itself. Perec combine...

* Gives an account of the history, the theological basis, the practice and the current state of the study of religion and religions throughout the world* Combines a clear and non-technical style of presentation with a structure and range of contributions which reflect the richness and complexity of religion itself, of the religions of the world and the study of religions* Comprehensive index, bibliographies and suggestions for further reading`Intriguing philosophical questions are raised abou...

The leading reference on shoulder rehabilitation, Physical Therapy of the Shoulder, 5th Edition provides complete information on the functional anatomy of the shoulder, the mechanics of movement, and the evaluation and treatment of shoulder disorders. It promotes current, evidence-based practice with coverage of the latest rehabilitation and surgical techniques. Case studies show the clinical application of key principles, and follow the practice patterns from the APTA Guide to Physical Thera...

Vanuit de onderwijspsychologie en de neurowetenschappen is inmiddels veel bekend over hoe mensen leren, wat de rol van ervaring daarbij is en wat het betekent om je leervermogen optimaal te ontwikkelen. Leren over leren maakt actuele kennis over leren concreet en daardoor toegankelijk en toepasbaar voor pabostudenten. In 2011 verschijnt de tweede, geactualiseerde, editie van deze introductie in de leerpsychologie.

Leren over leren beschrijft het verschijnsel ‘leren’ op een manier die stud...

Atlas parodontale diagnostiek is een onmisbaar hulpmiddel bij het stellen van een diagnose. De eerste uitgave van dit boek verscheen tien jaar geleden. Sindsdien hebben veel ontwikkelingen plaatsgevonden. Vandaar dat het tijd werd voor deze tweede uitgave, waarin diverse hoofdstukken zijn gewijzigd en aangevuld. Net als in de eerste uitgave krijgen, naast diagnostiek, de anatomie en pathologie een belangrijke plaats in dit boek.In de hoofdstukken 'Pathologie' en 'Mucogingivale aandoening' is ...

The urban environment - buildings, cities and infrastructure - represents one of the most important contributors to climate change, while at the same time holding the key to a more sustainable way of living. The transformation from traditional to sustainable systems requires interdisciplinary knowledge of the re-design, construction, operation and maintenance of the built environment. Sustainable Urban Environments: An Ecosystem Approach presents fundamental knowledge of the built environment...

This popular, world-wide selling textbook teaches engineering mathematics in a step-by-step fashion and uniquely through engineering examples and exercises which apply the techniques right from their introduction. This contextual use of mathematics is highly motivating, as with every topic and each new page students see the importance and relevance of mathematics in engineering. The examples are taken from mechanics, aerodynamics, electronics, engineering, fluid dynamics and other areas.

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Microbiology is one of the core subjects for veterinary students, and since its first publication in 2002, Veterinary Microbiology and Microbial Disease has become an essential text for students of veterinary medicine. Fully revised and expanded, this new edition updates the subject for pre-clinical and clinical veterinary students in a comprehensive manner. Individual sections deal with bacteriology, mycology and virology.

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Photography Theory in Historical Perspective aims to contribute to the understanding of the multifaceted and complex character of the photographic medium by dealing with various case studies selected from photographic practices in contemporary art, discussed in the context of views and theories of photography from its inception.

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