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Practical Techniques of Digital Art Masters (Masters Collection)

Publisher: Focal Press (September 23, 2009)

Discover the tips, tricks and techniques that really work for concept artists, matte painters and animators. Compiled by the team at 3dtotal.com, Digital Painting Techniques, Volume 1 offers digital inspiration with hands-on insight and techniques from professional digital artists. More than just a gallery book - within Digital Painting Techniques each artist has written a breakdown overview, with supporting imagery of how they made their piece of work. Beginner and intermediate digital artists will be inspired by the gallery style collection of the finest examples of digital painting from world renowned digital artists. Start your mentorship into the world of digital painting today with some of the greatest digital artists in the world and delve into professional digital painting techiques, such as speed painting, custom brush creation and matte painting. Develop your digital painting skills beyond the variety of free online digital painting tutorials and apply the most up to date techniques to your digital canvas with Digital Painting Techniques for Animators.

* Mentor with some of the greatest digital artists in the world and delve into professional digital painting techiques, such as speed painting, custom brush creation and matte painting.
* Inspiration and technique in one digital painting book! Be inspired with a gallery style collection of the finest examples of digital painting from world renowned digital artists and explore the step by step tutorials that explain the digital painting techniques.
* Develop your digital painting skills beyond free digital painting tutorials and apply the most up to date techniques to your digital canvas with this complete guide to digital painting.

PDF | 289 pages | 29.0 Mb | English

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Frommer's Vietnam by Sherisse Pham

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Publisher: Frommers; 3 edition (February 2, 2010)

Our author gives you all the details on the latest happenings in Vietnam, from the debuts of new boutique hotels to the downfalls of once-popular restaurants. She's scoped out the hip new places, and offers candid advice on which are really worth your time and budget.

You'll also get up-to-date coverage of attractions and nightlife; accurate walking tours; advice on planning a successful vacation; and in-depth coverage of Angkor Wat in the final Cambodia chapter.

PDF | 484 pages | 12.82 Mb | English

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Digital Art Masters: Volume 2

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Publisher: Focal Press (August 22, 2007)

Meet some of the finest digital 2D and 3D artists working in the industry today, from Patrick Beaulieu, Philip Straub, Benita Winckler, Alessandro Baldasseroni to Khalid Al Muharraqi, Marcel Baumann and Marek Denko and see how they work. More than just a gallery book - in Digital Arts Masters each artist has written a breakdown overview, with supporting imagery of how they made their piece of work.

With Digital Arts Masters you'll understand the artists' thought process and discover the tips, tricks and techniques which really work.

Key Features:
* 50+ artists and 900 stunning color images show the best in today's digital art
* More than just a gallery - each artist offers insight into how their image was created
* From the team at 3Dtotal.com - cutting edge imagery and techniqes

English | 64.1 MB | PDF | 291 pages

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Digital Art Masters: Volume 3

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Publisher: Focal Press (July 23, 2008)

Meet some of the finest digital 2D and 3D artists working in the industry today, and discover how they create some of the most innovative art in the world. More than just a gallery book - in Digital Arts Masters each artist has written a breakdown overview, with supporting imagery of how they made their piece of work.

With Digital Arts Masters you'll understand the artists' thought process and discover the tips, tricks and techniques that really work.

Key Features:
* 50+ artists and 900 stunning color images show the best in today's digital art
* More than just a gallery - each artist offers insight into how their image was created

* From the team at 3Dtotal.com - cutting edge imagery and techniqes

English | 75.3 MB | PDF | 289 pages

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Digital Art Masters: Volume 4

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Publisher: Focal Press; First Edition edition (August 5, 2009)

Meet some of the finest 2D and 3D artists working in the industry today and discover how they create some of the most innovative digital art in the world. More than a gallery book or a coffee table book- Digital Art Masters Volume 4 includes 50 artists and 900 unique and stunning 2D and 3D digital artworks. Beyond the breaktaking images is a breakdown of the techniques, challenges and tricks the artists employed while creating stunning imagery.

This volume, much like the previous volumes is not your standard coffee table book nor is it our usual how-to-book. This book offers inspiration and insight for the advanced amateur and professional CG artists. The Digital Art Masters series has expanded upon the competition's gallery book concept and has added the insight and experiences of professional CG artists worldwide.

Divided into 5 sections, Sci-Fi, Scene, Fantasy, Character and Cartoon, Each featured artist segement will include the thought processes behind creating unique digital images and an artist portfolio for further inspiration. Find your inspiration and discover the tips, tricks and techniques that really work.

* A Source of inspiration for animators everywhere: more than 50 artists and 900 stunning color images are showcased.

* More than just a gallery or coffee table book, each image is coupled with a description of the artists' techniques and their problem solving solutions. Learn from the best digital artists in the world.

* From the team of 3D Total.com- cutting edge imagery and techniques

English | 34.0 MB | PDF | 289 pages

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Digital Art Masters: Volume 5

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Publisher: Focal Press (July 19, 2010)

Meet some of the finest 2D and 3D artists working in the industry today and discover how they create some of the most innovative digital art in the world. More than a gallery book or a coffee table book- Digital Art Masters Volume 5 includes over 50 artists and 900 unique and stunning 2D and 3D digital art. Beyond the breath taking images is a breakdown of the techniques, challenges and tricks the artists employed while creating stunning imagery.

English | 66.6 MB | PDF | 224 pages

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Professional Commercial Photography by Lou Jacobs Jr.

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Techniques and Images from Master Digital Photographers (Pro Photo Workshop)

Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc. (January 1, 2010)

Presenting ideas and commentary as well as photographs, this collection offers new photographers revelations and wisdom from professionals and informs them how to achieve commercial success. Commercial photographers create images that are designed to sell products, services, political candidates, organizations, corporations, and any other marketable commodity or idea, and their clients range from advertising agencies, manufacturers, retail stores, hotels, restaurants, and other businesses. With a section focusing on each of these types of services, this reference provides a quick workshop on an area of expertise, furnishing those new to the business with a wide variety of information about each specialty. Tips for selecting the most effective equipment for each subgenre as well as technical information about each camera combine with business-savvy know-how—from marketing, bidding, budgeting, building referrals, managing the office, and more—making this a comprehensive reference for being both behind and in front of the lens.

English | PDF | 129 Pages | 12.5 MB

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Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #4: Savior by John Jackson Miller

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Twenty-five years ago the survivors of the marooned Sith ship Omen bloodlessly conquered the native population of the remote planet Kesh, installing themselves as overlords and transforming the primitive Keshiri civilization into a new Sith society. Letting nothing stand in his way-including his own brother-s life-Omen commander-turned-Grand Lord Yaru Korsin has ruled unopposed ever since. But now his days, and those of the ruthless Sith order on Kesh, may be numbered.Revolt-and revenge-have been brewing in the hearts of the two women closest to Korsin. One is Adari Vaal, the once-outcast Keshiri who rescued the stranded Sith, aided their domination of Kesh, and now leads the secret resistance against them. The other is Seelah, wife of Korsin, widow of his murdered brother, and mastermind of the plot to assassinate the Grand Lord and seize power. But have the comforts of a king and his own arrogance blunted Korsin-s cunning Sith instincts? Or is he ready to deal swiftly and mercilessly with treachery from any quarter? Enemies themselves, Adari and Seelah are unaware of each other-s destiny-altering gambits. They only know that there can be no turning back-and no escaping the consequences if they fail.

Publisher: LucasBooks (April 27, 2010)

PDF | 46 pages | 294.3 Kb | English

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Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #3: Paragon by John Jackson Miller

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Free original e-book short story, the third in a series that reveals the untold story of the Fate of the Jedi's forgotten Sith castaways, their battle to survive, and their quest to re-conquer the galaxy! Paragon includes an exclusive excerpt from Star Wars: Fate of the Jedi: Backlash and offers a unique look into the backstory of events that have begun to unfold in the Fate of the Jedi series.

Darkness VisibleThe ruthless cunning of the Sith Order has served the shipwrecked crew of the Omen well on the alien planet Kesh. Subjugating the superstitious Keshiri race by posing as its fabled overlords has ensured the Sith's survival-while they struggle in secret to return to the stars. But after fifteen years on their adopted world, some among the lost tribe have grown restless and fearful that assimilation will consume their Sith heritage. Now, as rival factions begin to appear, a shocking disaster throws into doubt the Sith's future on Kesh. In the distant city of Tetsubal, the entire native populace is suddenly wiped out by a grisly plague of unknown origin. With terrifying speed, more cities succumb to the mysterious contagion. Only the Sith remain unharmed-so far. And as Sith commander Yaru Korsin grapples with the looming loss of the paradise he rules and the race his people have come to depend upon, he must confront the dark possibility that the catastrophe may not be cruel fate but insidious sabotage.

Publisher: LucasBooks (February 9, 2010)

PDF | 50 pages | 1.7 Mb | English

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Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #2: Skyborn by John Jackson Miller

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Free original e-book short story, the second in a series that tell the untold story of the Fate of the Jedi's forgotten Sith castaways, their battle to survive, and their quest to re-conquer the galaxy! Skyborn includes an exclusive excerpt from Star Wars: Fate of the Jedi: Abyss and offers a unique look into the backstory of events that have begun to unfold in the Fate of the Jedi series.

Jedi ambush leaves the Sith ship Omen marooned on a remote alien world, its survivors at the mercy of their desolate surroundings and facing almost certain death. But Sith will no more bow before the whims of fate than they will yield to the weapons of their enemies. And Omen-s cunning commander Yaru Korsin, will let nothing keep him and his crew from returning to the stars and rejoining the Sith order-s conquest of the galaxy. Murdering his own brother has proven Korsin-s ruthless resolve-but now an entire race stands in his way.The primitive, superstitious Keshiri worship unseen gods called the Skyborn, shun science, and punish unbelievers with death. Branded a heretic the widowed young geologist Adari Vaal is running for her life. Among the mysterious Sith castaways she finds powerful sanctuary-and her saviors find the means of survival. With Adari as their willing pawn, the Skyborn as their Trojan horse, and the awesome power of the dark side of the Force at their command, the lost tribe of the Omen set out to subjugate a planet and its people-and lay the foundation for a merciless new Sith nation.

Publisher: Del Rey (July 21, 2009)

PDF | 56 pages | 2.6 Mb | English

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Star Wars: Lost Tribe of the Sith #1: Precipice by John Jackson Miller

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Free original e-book short story, the first in a series that tell the untold story of the FATE OF THE JEDI's forgotten Sith castaways, their battle to survive, and their quest to re-conquer the galaxy! PRECIPICE includes an exclusive excerpt from STAR WARS: FATE OF THE JEDI: OMEN and offers a unique look into the backstory of events that will begin to unfold in OMEN.

For the ruthless Sith Order, failure is not an option. It is an offense punishable by death—and a fate to which Commander Yaru Korsin will not succumb. But on a crucial run to deliver troops and precious crystals to a combat hotspot in the Sith’s war against the Republic, Korsin and the crew of the mining ship Omen are ambushed by a Jedi starfighter. And when the Sith craft crash-lands, torn and crippled, on a desolate alien planet, the hard-bitten captain finds himself at odds with desperate survivors on the brink of mutiny—and his own vengeful half brother, who’s bent on seizing command. No matter the cost, Korsin vows that it will not be his blood and bones left behind on this unknown world. For the way of the Sith leaves little room for compromise—and none for mercy.

Publisher: LucasBooks (May 26, 2009)

PDF | 48 pages | 2.2 Mb | English

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Frommer's Spain 2010 by Danforth Prince and Darwin Porter

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Publisher: Frommers; Revised edition (October 12, 2009)

Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Spain features gorgeous full-color photos of everything from the Balearic beaches to the cosmopolitan capitals. Our authors will guide you through the 17 semi-autonomous regions of Spain, pointing out the best restaurants, hotels, nightlife, and attractions along the way.

You'll also travel Spain like a pro with our candid advice and in-depth history of the culture. Included are accurate regional and town maps, up-to-date advice on finding the best package deals, a free color fold-out map, and an online directory that makes trip-planning a snap!

PDF | 708 pages | 11.6 Mb | English

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Frommer's Best Day Trips from London by Donald Olson and Stephen Brewer

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25 Great Escapes by Train, Bus or Car

Publisher: Frommers; 4 edition (March 29, 2010)

You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go-they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything and dozens of color maps. You'd be lost without us!

This invaluable guide contains all the information you need to get to and around some of the most popular destinations in England. Using London as a base, you can explore the college towns of Oxford and Cambridge; go on rambling walks or bike rides through the English countryside; or experience the mystery of Stonehenge, each in only a day!

We give you all the information you need to plan your day trip, from train schedules to parking information and the best places to pick up picnic supplies or enjoy a more leisurely meal. Detailed maps and suggested itineraries for each destination guarantee that you'll see as much as possible without feeling rushed. And if there's so much to do that we think you might want to extend your trip, we give you the scoop on the best places to stay, from budget B&Bs to luxury hotels. Also included are savvy insider tips, historical information, and special "finds" that most tourists and tour groups miss.

PDF | 260 pages | 8.19 Mb | English

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Frommer's India by Pippa de Bruyn

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Publisher: Frommers; 4 edition (March 1, 2010)

Completely updated, this fourth edition of Frommer's India will help you plan the trip that's right for you, whether you're traveling to soak up India's spirituality, chill out on the beaches, or live like a king in the land of princes.
Experience the best of India: Visit the Taj Mahal as well as the cave temples at Ajanta and Ellora, watch the moon rise from Pushkar Palace during the Pushkar Mela, raft down the Zanskar, bump into a Bollywood star at a top rated restaurant, and sleep in a former king's bed at a heritage property (castles, palaces, and forts) in Rajasthan. Also learn tips on safety, ettiquette, and the art of bargaining --including the real meaning behind the phrases "you pay what you like" and "just look, no buy."
This guide is biannually updated (and personalized) by a small team of writers including Pippa de Bruyn, an award-winning journalist and travel writer; Dr. Keith Bain, who also has a doctorate in film; Niloufer Venkatraman, a Mumbai native who has a doctorate in anthropology; Shonar Joshi, a travel writer and reporter; and more. All are not afraid to speak their mind and give their opinions -- and share their passion for India.
Frommer's India, 4e also includes 4 itineraries for exploring the country, including "North India Highlights in 16 Days" and "South India in 2 Weeks."

PDF | 772 pages | 20.2 Mb | English

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Frommer's Tokyo by Beth Reiber

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Publisher: Frommers; 11 edition (May 24, 2010)

Our Frommer's Tokyo author has written about Japan for years, so she's able to provide valuable insights and advice. She'll steer you away from the touristy and the inauthentic and show you the real heart of the Land of the Rising Sun.
This is a comprehensive guide to a fast-paced and often overwhelming city. You'll get complete and clear directions to navigate Tokyo's best neighborhoods, from the swanky shops in the Ginza district to the Imperial Palace (home of Japan's emperor) in the Hibiya district; to the sumo wrestling stadiums in the town of Ryogoku; to the elaborate "lolita" (baby doll) and "cosplay" (anime character) outfits you'll see teenagers wearing in the Harijuku district.
You'll get a spectrum of options, from business hotels to traditional Japanese inns, from restaurants serving exquisite kaiseki feasts to stand-up noodle houses, from tranquil gardens and temples to the incredible swirl of nightlife in Shinjuku and Roppongi.
Includes a handy glossary of everyday expressions and menu terms, and our unique and indispensable Japanese character translations to help you spot establishments' signs.
Features side trips to Kamakura, Nikko, Mashiko, Yokahama, Mount Fuji, and more.

PDF | 356 pages | 6.44 Mb | English

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Frommer's Paris by Darwin Porter and Danforth Prince

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Publisher: Frommers; Pap/Map edition (September 28, 2009)

BRAND NEW - FULL-COLOR GUIDE!
Our authors, longtime Paris experts, show you the highlights. They hit the city's many classic attractions, including its best museums (from the Louvre to the Fragonard Musee du Parfum). They also describe major churches, historical and architectural highlights, literary landmarks and beautiful Parisian parks and gardens.
Paris prides itself on being the world's culinary capital. Our authors explore all the cuisines Paris has to offer--from regional cuisine of Alsace and Basque, to haute dining and nouvelle cuisine, to finding the perfect Parisian pastry, to family friendly restaurants.
Detailed listings show you the best places to shop in Paris, from small antiques shops and vintage clothing stores to open-air galleries and art markets, food markets and cutting-edge designer boutiques.
The guide also includes side trips to Versailles, Giverny (long-time home of Monet), Chartres and Disneyland Paris.
PLUS: Hundreds of color photos, foldout map and detailed maps throughout, as well as exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information

PDF | 436 pages | 25.02 Mb | English

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iPhone And iPad Apps For Absolute Beginners by Rory Lewis

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Publisher: Apress (2010)

The iPhone is the hottest gadget of our generation, and much of its success has been fueled by the App Store, Apple’s online marketplace for iPhone applications. Over 1 billion apps have been downloaded in the 9 months the App Store has been open, ranging from the simplest games to the most complex business apps. Everyone has an idea for the next best-selling iPhone app—presumably that’s why you’re reading this now. And with the release of the iPad, this demand will just continue to grow.

So how do you build an application for the iPhone and iPad? Don’t you need to spend years learning complicated programming languages? What about Objective-C, Cocoa Touch, and the SDK? The answer is that you don’t need to know any of those things. Anybody can start building simple applications for the iPhone and iPad, and this book will show you how.

PDF | 336 pages | 8.07 Mb | English

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Frommer's Croatia by Karen Torme Olson and Sanja Bazulic Olson

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Publisher: Frommers; 3 edition (May 3, 2010)

Completely updated, Frommer's Croatia features gorgeous color photos of the sights and experiences that await you.
Our author, who has spent years exploring Croatia, gives an insider's look at everything from the country's famed beaches to it's less-traveled but equally stunning interior. She's checked out Croatia's big cities and small towns, and she offers best authoritative, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants that will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget.
Croatia's incomparable Adriatic beaches, historic treasures (including six UNESCO World Heritage sites), and excellent value (especially compared to other European destinations) are gaining it wide recognition as the hot tourist destination of the moment for American travelers.

PDF | 388 pages | 8.07 Mb | English

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iPhone 3D Game Programming All In One by Jeremy Alessi

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Publisher: Course Technology PTR (2010)

This is a complete guide to iPhone and iPod Touch game development. Beginning with the basics and ending with a finished game published in the App store this book covers all the fundamentals. The combined strength of Unity and the iPhone development platform are used to full effect allowing even complete novices to create and publish an iPhone game.

PDF | 433 pages | 13.1 Mb | English

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Microsoft Outlook 2010 Inside Out by Jim Boyce

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Publisher: Microsoft Press (2010)

You're beyond the basics, so dive right in and take control of your schedule and business communications from the inside out! This in-depth reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds in a supremely organized format. It's all muscle and no fluff. Discover how the experts manage Microsoft® Outlook® 2010 -- and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery.

Learn advanced techniques for managing e-mail and RSS features
Connect with others in real time through voice, video, and instant messaging
Organize and share your calendar, tasks, and notes for greater efficiency
Use Business Contact Manager to keep track of client information
Configure and customize Outlook 2010 with advanced set-up options
Implement virus protection, encryption, spam filters, and other security features
Set up a VPN, remote LAN, HTTP over RPC, and Outlook Web Access
Create macros and custom forms with Microsoft Visual Basic® for Applications

PDF | 1111 pages | 25.3 Mb | English

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Step By Step Office Professional 2010

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by Joan Lambert, Joyce Cox & Curtis Frye D.

Publisher: Microsoft Press (2010)

Teach yourself exactly what you need to know about using Office Professional 2010-one step at a time! With STEP BY STEP, you build and practice new skills hands-on, at your own pace. Covering Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Access, Publisher, and OneNote, this book will help you learn the core features and capabilities needed to:

Create attractive documents, publications, and spreadsheets
Manage your e-mail, calendar, meetings, and communications
Put your business data to work
Develop and deliver great presentations
Organize your ideas and notes in one place
Connect, share, and accomplish more when working together

PDF | 1072 pages | 43.3 Mb | English

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Does It Really Take Seven Years to Digest Swallowed Gum? by Sandy Donovan

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And Other Questions You've Always Wanted to Ask (Is That a Fact?)

Publisher: Lerner Publications (2010)

It takes seven years to digest swallowed gum. A penny placed on a train track can cause a train to derail. The average human consumes four spiders per year while sleeping. You may have heard some of these common sayings or beliefs before. But are they really true? Can they be proven using science? Let's investigate seventeen statements about familiar items and everyday events and find out which ones are right, which ones are wrong, and which ones still stump scientists! Find out whether eggs will really stand on their ends during the vernal equinox! Discover whether it's true that you can swing 360 degrees on a swing set! See if you can tell the difference between fact and fiction with Is That a Fact?

PDF | 44 pages | 11.7 Mb | English

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101 Facts You Should Know About Food by John Farndon

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Publisher: Icon Books Ltd

The author of the essential read "Everything You Need to Know: Bird Flu" presents 101 things you really should know about the food you eat...The way fast food changes brain chemistry can make it as addictive as heroin. Eating less could be the best way to stop growing old. 47 per cent of broiler chickens sold suffer from crippling bone disorders. A typical family throws away 30-50 kg of food packaging a month. From the extraordinary distance our food can travel to reach our tables to the remarkable benefits of eating avocados, John Farndon shows the amazing, often shocking, truth behind the food we eat.

Covering everything from the big businesses that control food production around the world to the dangers of food dyes, this book reveals the complex facts behind the simplest of meals. Find out just what GM food is and why you may eat it unknowingly, how food gets its flavour, how some foods are not as nutritious as they should be, how bringing exotic foods to your table may literally cost the Earth, and much more. This is an essential guide to the facts behind food, the one vital thing in your life besides air and water - and the world's biggest business.

PDF | 210 pages | 11.3 Mb | English

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Digital Music: Computers That Make Music by Ananda, Ph.d. Mitra

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Publisher: Chelsea House Publications (2010)

Today there are talking toasters, cars that start themselves using voice recognition, and telephones that use voice commands. But those are not the only examples of digital sound. The ubiquitous earbuds and tiny MP3 players show how common it is to listen to digital music. Digital Music: Computers That Make Music examines digital sound's basic principles, history, physics, and different formats and how it became so prevalent in the digital world. Because the Internet has made it so easy to share digital files, this volume includes a discussion of the legal implications of sharing music and other files. This accessible title also considers some of the possible trends in the future of digital music.

PDF | 136 pages | 20.0 Mb | English

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Wish You Were Here by Leslie Simon

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An Essential Guide To Your Favorite Music Scenes From Punk To Indie And Everything In Between

Publisher: HarperCollins e-books (2009)
Illustrations by Rob Dobi

A snarky, fact-filled look at the people and places that made the indie/punk scene what it is today The American underground music scene is exploding everywhere - not just in New York City and L.A. (although we've got those cities covered too!).

In Washington, D.C. . . . Ian MacKaye and Fugazi inspired the straightedge culture, which had kids everywhere drawing black X's on their hands in magic marker.

In Omaha, Nebraska . . . A young Conor Oberst, aka Bright Eyes, started writing and performing gut-wrenching love songs at the tender age of thirteen.

On Long Island, New York . . . Taking Back Sunday and Brand New battled for emo supremacy and the fragile hearts of a million teenage girls.

From the coauthor of the cult-worthy Everybody Hurts: An Essential Guide to Emo Culture comes Wish You Were Here—a combination travel guide and tortured history covering everything from what constitutes proper rock critic etiquette in Minneapolis to why pop-punk bands in Chicago have so much suburban angst, to how freegans in the Bay Area can feed themselves on a budget that would make frugal Rachael Ray's face blush.

PDF | 259 pages | 6.79 Mb | English

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Recent Trends in Animal Behaviour by Archana Ruhela & Malini Sinha

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Publisher: Oxford Book Company (2010)

The present book explores the mechanisms and evolution of animal behavior, including neural, hormonal, and genetic substrates of behaviour; foraging; anti-predator defences; mating systems and sexual selection; social behaviour; communication; parental care; kin selection and recognition; and territoriality. This thoroughly up-to-date text shows how evolutionary biologists analyse all aspects of behaviour. It is distinguished by its balanced treatment of both the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary causes of behaviour, and stresses the utility of evolutionary theory in unifying the different behavioural disciplines. Important concepts are explained by reference to key illustrative studies, which are described in sufficient detail to help students appreciate the role of the scientific process in producing research discoveries. The writing style is clear and engaging: beginning students have no difficulty following the material, despite the strong conceptual orientation of the text. This is essential reading for degree-level students following modular programs in biology, zoology, marine biology, and psychology.

PDF | 317 pages | 17.3 Mb | English

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HTML5: Up And Running by Mark Pilgrim

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Publisher: O'Reilly Media (2010)

If you don't know about the new features available in HTML5, now's the time to find out. The latest version of this markup language is going to significantly change the way you develop web applications, and this book provides your first real look at HTML5's new elements and attributes.

Even though work on HTML5 is ongoing, browsers such as Safari, Mozilla, Opera, and Chrome already support many of its features -- and browsers for smart phones are even farther ahead, especially iPhone's MobileSafari browser. With HTML5: Up & Running, you'll learn how this new version enables browsers to interact with JavaScript much more easily than before. You'll also learn how HTML5 can help you develop applications that:

Display video directly in the browser, without having to rely on plugins
Work even when a user is offline, by taking advantage of HTML5's persistent storage
Offer a drawing canvas for dynamically generated 2-D graphics

This concise guide is the most complete and authoritative book you'll find on the subject. Author Mark Pilgrim writes the weekly digest for the HTML5 Working Group, and represents Google at conferences on HTML5's capabilities. Stay ahead of the curve. Order a copy of this book today.

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The Beginner's Guide To Underwater Digital Photography by Larry Gates

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Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc. (2010)

Simplifying the seemingly difficult and expensive art of underwater photography, this accessible investigation outlines the four elements of success: focus, exposure, composition, and subject. Beginning with an overview of necessary diving skills, this survey reviews these four categories in detail, depicting how to obtain superior results even without the latest and greatest equipment. Maintenance and first-aid tactics are presented as well, reducing the chance of disappointing malfunctions during a dive. Also covered is the importance of developing a photography plan beforehand-both for the safety of the divers and the protection of the underwater environment. Concluding with post-shoot techniques for choosing the best frames, cropping photos for printing, and the top methods of presentation, this examination demonstrates how underwater images can be used to share the world of diving while promoting important conservation efforts.

English | 129 pages | PDF | 11.5 Mb

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Butterfly Photographer`s Handbook by William B. Folsom

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A Comprehensive Reference for Nature Photographers

Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc. (February 1, 2009)

An in-depth look at butterflies and how to best capture them on film, this fascinating handbook is equal parts field guide and photography handbook. A complete overview of the winged creatures’ ecological system is provided, which details everything from species identification and the habits and habitats of North American butterflies to differentiating moths from butterflies and learning where and when it is best to find these beautiful insects. Armed with a solid understanding of butterfly biology, photographers can then comfortably explore the technological aspects of nature photography. Composition, white balance, focus, and exposure advice is combined with invaluable tips on using a flash and digital manipulation.

English | 128 pages | PDF | 6.64 Mb

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An Encyclopedia Of Humor by Lowell D. Streiker

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Lowell Streiker's Encyclopedia of Humor provides abundant "good clean fun" whenever you need inspirational slices of life, bracing quips, quotable wisdom, or a refreshing dose of nonsense to enrich your sermons or talks.

Publisher: Hendrickson Pub

Fourth Printing—February 1999

ISBN 1-56563-305-9

English | PDF | 414 Pages | 7.62 MB

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Night Photography by Lance Keimig

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Finding your way in the dark

Publisher: Focal Press (July 29, 2010)

Night photographers have one big thing in common: a true love of the dark. Rather than looking at night photography as an extension of daytime shooting with added complications, they embrace the unique challenges of nocturnal photography for the tremendous wealth of creative opportunities it offers. That's just what this book does. But if the idea of setting out into the deep, dark night with just your camera (and maybe a cup of coffee) gets your creative juices flowing, dive right in.
Lance Keimig, one of the premier experts on night photography, has put together a comprehensive reference that will show you ways to capture images you never thought possible. If you have some experience with photography and have always wanted to try shooting at night, you'll learn the basics for film or digital shooting. If you're already a seasoned pro, you'll learn to use sophisticated techniques such as light painting and drawing, stacking images to create long star trails, and more. A chapter on the history of night photography describes the materials and processes that made night photography possible, and introduces the photographers who have defined night photography as an artistic medium. A chapter on how to use popular software packages such as Lightroom and Photoshop specifically with night time shots shows you how to make the final adjustments to your nocturnal creations. In this book you'll find history, theory, and lots of practical instruction on technique, all illustrated with clear, concise examples, diagrams and charts that reinforce the text, and inspiring color and black and white images from the author and other luminaries in the field.

English | PDF | 272 Pages | 54.7 MB

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500 Poses For Photographing Women by Michelle Perkins

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Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc. (March 1, 2009)

Next to lighting, posing is the most challenging aspect of photography—with so many body parts to capture, the possibilities are endless, and it’s all too easy to make a wrong turn. This illustrated reference provides both amateur shutterbugs and seasoned pros with the perfect place to turn when in need of quick posing strategies and fresh ideas. Containing 500 contemporary images by leading photographers, this indispensable manual explains posing fundamentals as well as how to create a flattering, feature-specific photograph—one that focuses on the head, shoulders, arms, torso, or feet—in different levels of close-ups, from head-shots to full-lengths.

PDF | 128 pages | 19.26 Mb | English

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Great Scientists by Jacqueline Fortey

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Publisher: DK Eyewitness Books (2007)

The Great Scientists is a lavishly-illustrated collection of essays, each devoted to one of history's greatest scientists.

From the Greek mathematicians Euclid and Archimedes, whose work is even now required reading, to the theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking, the greatest practitioners from a wide range of scientific disciplines are represented here. Each essay gives a biographical background for its subject and a description of the main themes of their work, together with concise expositions of some of their key ideas.

The thirty-four chronologically-organized essays in this book add up to a biography of science itself.

PDF | 75 pages | 19.4 Mb | English

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