Friday, August 6, 2010

A Book of Five Rings: The Classic Text of Principles, Craft, Skill and Samurai Strategy That Changed the American Way of Doing Business

A Book of Five Rings: The Classic Text of Principles, Craft, Skill and Samurai Strategy That Changed the American Way of Doing Business (Audio Book)
Macmillan Audio | ISBN: 1559270888 | 1990 | MP3 | 56 MB
To learn a Japanese martial art is to learn Zen, and although you can't do so simply by reading a book, it sure does help--especially if that book is The Book of Five Rings. One of Japan's great samurai sword masters penned in decisive, unfaltering terms this certain path to victory, and like Sun Tzu's The Art of War it is applicable not only on the battlefield but also in all forms of competition. Always observant, creating confusion, striking at vulnerabilities--these are some of the basic principles. Going deeper, we find suki, the interval of vulnerability, of indecisiveness, of rest, the briefest but most vital moment to strike. In succinct detail, Miyamoto records ideal postures, blows, and psychological tactics to put the enemy off guard and open the way for attack. Most important of all is Miyamoto's concept of rhythm, how all things are in harmony, and that by working with the rhythm of a situation we can turn it to our advantage with little effort. But like Zen, this requires one task above all else, putting the book down and going out to practice.

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Jianhai Xiang - Marine Science & Technology in China: A Roadmap to 2050

Jianhai Xiang - Marine Science & Technology in China: A Roadmap to 2050
Springer | ISBN: 3642053459 | 2010-06-07 | PDF | 182 pages | 2.01 Mb

As one of the eighteen field-specific reports comprising the comprehensive scope of the strategic general report of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, this sub-report addresses long-range planning for developing science and technology in the field of marine science. They each craft a roadmap for their sphere of development to 2050. In their entirety, the general and sub-group reports analyze the evolution and laws governing the development of science and technology, describe the decisive impact of science and technology on the modernization process, predict that the world is on the eve of an impending S&T revolution, and call for China to be fully prepared for this new round of S&T advancement. Based on the detailed study of the demands on S&T innovation in China's modernization, the reports draw a framework for eight basic and strategic systems of socio-economic development with the support of science and technology, work out China's S&T roadmaps for the relevant eight basic and strategic systems in line with China's reality, further detail S&T initiatives of strategic importance to China's modernization, and provide S&T decision-makers with comprehensive consultations for the development of S&T innovation consistent with China's reality. Supported by illustrations and tables of data, the reports provide researchers, government officials and entrepreneurs with guidance concerning research directions, the planning process, and investment.

Founded in 1949, the Chinese Academy of Sciences is the nation's highest academic institution in natural sciences. Its major responsibilities are to conduct research in basic and technological sciences, to undertake nationwide integrated surveys on natural resources and ecological environment, to provide the country with scientific data and consultations for government's decision-making, to undertake government-assigned projects with regard to key S&T problems in the process of socio-economic development, to initiate personnel training, and to promote China's high-tech enterprises through its active engagement in these areas.


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Quality Management Essentials



Quality Management Essentials
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann | ISBN: 0750667869 | edition 2007 | PDF | 216 pages | 12 mb

From the best-selling quality management author, David Hoyle, Quality Management Essentials is the perfect brief, yet authoritative, introduction to the fundamentals of quality management. Quality in organizations, large or small, is achieved with intelligent use of various concepts, principles, tools and techniques. For those coming to the subject for the first time, these philosophies associated with quality management can be quite overwhelming. This very readable book provides a fast track introduction and executive level appraisal of the field from a respected and experienced author.

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Cases on Successful E-learning Practices in the Developed and Developing World

Cases on Successful E-learning Practices in the Developed and Developing World
Information Science Publishing; 1 edition (December 9, 2009) | 431 pages | 1605669423 | PDF | 5.36 MB

Cases on Successful E-Learning Practices in the Developed and Developing World: Methods for the Global Information Economy provides eclectic accounts of case studies in different contexts of e-learning. This advanced publication provides critical insights for practitioners and executives concerned with the management of knowledge, information, and organizational development.

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Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology: A Practical Guide

Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology: A Practical Guide
Publisher: Springer | ISBN: 3540327061 | edition 2007 | PDF | 320 pages | 12,2 mb

Clinical Neuro-Ophthalmology is a challenge for residents and experienced clinicians alike. This book covers all relevant techniques of diagnosis as well as interpretations of clinical signs. All information is highly structured, highlighting ‘definition’, ‘note’ and ‘pearl’, so that it can also be used by the physician during the patient encounter. The included flow chart posters remind the physician of the most important information.

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Digital Art Masters



Digital Art Masters
Publisher: Focal Press | ISBN: 0240520858 | edition 2007 | PDF | 291 pages | 63,8 mb

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 there 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


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Secrets of Podcasting, Second Edition: Audio Blogging for the Masses

Secrets of Podcasting, Second Edition: Audio Blogging for the Masses
Publisher: Peachpit Press | ISBN: 0321438434 | edition 2006 | CHM | 312 pages | 27,3 mb

Whether you want to create your own podcasts or just would like to locate and then listen to audio programs on your portable player, this is the book for you. In Secrets of Podcasting, Second Edition,author Bart G. Farkas provides real-world guidance and advice on how to:
* Download and enjoy podcasts with any MP3 player
* Create a script and set the structure and flow of your audio or video podcast
* Choose the right equipment-including the right microphone, headphones, and even preamp
* Use a digital recording device instead of your PC or Mac...

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