Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Transport Design: A Travel History



Transport Design: A Travel History
Publisher: Reaktion Books (August 15, 2007) | ISBN: 1861893299 | Pages: 240 | PDF | 13,71 MB

We are a world of travelers. Technologies have enabled us to connect with others around the world at incredible speed, and now both business and pleasure operate on a global scale. The process of getting from point A to point B is therefore of more interest than ever, and Gregory Votolato here charts the history of that journey in all its complexity and variety.
From limousines to canoes to the Apollo spacecraft, Votolato chronicles the ever-evolving design of vehicles, nautical crafts, and other objects of transportation. Transport Design explores the relationship between mass transportation and the travel experience, probing such issues as design styles, economics, entertainment, and, most importantly, customized comfort. Elements such as nineteenth-century railway sleeping couches or the heated car seats of today, Votolato demonstrates, were among the pioneering technologies that set the precedent for personal home and office furnishings. Ultimately, Transport Design contends that today’s pressures of global commerce and environmental threats demand a radical reappraisal of how and why we travel.

How to Cheat in Photoshop CS5: The art of creating realistic photomontages



Steve Caplin, "How to Cheat in Photoshop CS5: The art of creating realistic photomontages" 
Focal Press | 2010 | ISBN: 0240522044 | 464 pages | PDF | 353 MB

How to Cheat in Photoshop shows you how to cheat in two important ways. First, you'll learn a professional montage artist's proven-to-be-successful tips for getting the best out of Photoshop's many features quickly and efficiently, so that you can create work under deadline while still maintaining quality. Second, you'll learn how to make an image look like something else entirely, for those moments when stock imagery just won't do and you don't have the time (or funding) to set up a photo shoot. Photomontage master Steve Caplin has been a recognized leader in the world of photo manipulation for many years, and in this invaluable resource for designers, illustrators, retouchers, students, and graphic artists, he shows exactly what methods he uses to create stunning imagery used in advertising, publishing, print media, and more.

Fully updated to cover all of the new features in Photoshop CS5, this book is also backwards-compatible and can be used with any version of Photoshop. The accompanying DVD for Mac and PC contains over two and a half hours of video tutorials for additional training, and on the book's popular website www.howtocheatinphotoshop.com, you'll find even more resources such as an "Ask the Author" forum, sample images from other How to Cheat fans, and weekly challenges so that you can test your own skills and see where your creativity can take you.

* A complete How to Cheat in Photoshop CS5 learning package! Includes a fully updated book, a DVD containing all of the imagery used in the examples, over 2 ½ hours of video tutorials, and website featuring a reader forum where your questions will be answered by other readers as well as the author himself

* Includes hundreds of tips and project ideas to help you get started, whether you're working to a professional deadline or just for fun

* Packed with professional advice from a photomontage artist who makes his living creating surreal works of art - you're learning from the best!





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The Seven-Day Total Cleanse



The Seven-Day Total Cleanse
Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (October 13, 2009) | ISBN: 0071623744 | Pages: 272 | PDF | 13,73 MB

A Cleanse for Both Body and Soul
Gain clarity of purpose and peace of mind while losing weight and detoxifying your body

Everyone wants a slimmer body, but you may not realize that a balanced mind and soul are the bedrock of true health and beauty. The Seven-Day Total Cleanse is a revolutionary seven-day juice fast that helps you shed weight and eliminate harmful toxins-all while restoring your emotional and spiritual wellness. Author Mary McGuire-Wien has guided thousands of clients through this unique program, which uses nutrient-rich juices, meditations, yoga, and self-care activities to cleanse the body, renew energy levels, and refresh the mind and soul.

LET JUICE FASTING CHANGE YOUR LIFE

There are plenty of fad diets that help you quickly drop a few pounds--only to gain them back as soon as you start eating normally. But the Seven-Day Total Cleanse not only jump-starts weight loss but also fosters a mind-body connection, offering benefits far beyond the physical changes you experience when you stop eating.

The Seven-Day Total Cleanse:
Helps you achieve lasting weight loss and rid your body of unhealthy, energy-depleting toxins
Includes delicious juice and raw food recipes
Offers daily beauty indulgences to pamper yourself--while you cleanse or at any time!



Ashcraft's Pediatric Surgery (Pediatric Surgery (Ashcraft)



Ashcraft's Pediatric Surgery (Pediatric Surgery (Ashcraft) 
Publisher: Saunders; 5 edition | ISBN: 1416061274 | edition 2009 | PDF | 1097 pages | 118 mb

Acclaimed for its unsurpassed readability and manageable scope, Ashcraft's Pediatric Surgery presents authoritative, practical guidance on treating the entire range of surgical problems in infants, children, and adolescents. The new 5th Edition continues this excellent legacy with its thoroughly updated coverage of today's hot topics including the increased use of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for pediatric patients, urology, bariatric surgery in adolescents, and evidence-based treatments and outcomes in children. Expert Consult functionality-new to this edition-offers convenient access to the complete contents of the book, along with bonus surgical videos that demonstrate many of the new techniques and procedures from the text to help you refine your skills.

Pediatric Urology: Expert Consult - Online and Print



Pediatric Urology: Expert Consult - Online and Print 
Publisher: Saunders | ISBN: 1416032045 | edition 2009 | PDF | 855 pages | 105 mb

Pediatric Urology is an up-to-date, clinical reference that provides detailed descriptions of the best approaches for the functional, biological, and morphological aspects of the urinary tract before and after birth. John G. Gearhart, Richard C. Rink, and Pierre D. E. Mouriquand cover all areas of the field, including pediatric surgery, radiology, nephrology, endocrinology, biochemistry, and obstetrics. Access the latest research through new chapters on tissue engineering, acute scrotum, and more. The appealing new full-color design, streamlined approach, and online access at expertconsult.com make this an invaluable resource to pediatric urologists, pediatric surgeons, residents and fellows worldwide.

•Provides detailed descriptions of the best approaches for the functional, biological, and morphological aspects of the urinary tract before and after birth.

•Features the fully searchable text online at expertconsult.com for convenient reference.
•Includes new chapters on tissue engineering, acute scrotum and disorders of the penis, and perinatal urological emergencies to cover the most up-to-date research in the field.
•Presents comprehensive coverage in a short, readable, and succinct format so that the material is easy to locate and disseminate.
•Provides cutting edge coverage from editors at the forefront of the specialty so you know the best available approaches.
•Eases reference and visual understanding through an all-new full-color design.

Accelerating out of the Great Recession: How to Win in a Slow-Growth Economy



David Rhodes, Daniel Stelter, "Accelerating out of the Great Recession: How to Win in a Slow-Growth Economy" 
Mc.G.H | 2010 | ISBN: 0071718141 | 224 pages | PDF | 1,1 MB

From the world's leading business strategy consultancy comes this essential guide to prospering in the aftermath of what is being called the Great Recession.

Accelerating Out of the Great Recession, by The Boston Consulting Group's David Rhodes and Daniel Stelter, is a call to action for today's executives. It shows how companies can win in a slow-growth economy by seizing the initiative--differentiating themselves from less fleet-footed rivals and executing their strategies with single-minded determination.

It combines comprehensive and big-picture analysis of the global economic meltdown with smart management advice on how to win in an era of greater competition. The book is underpinned by a historical review of great companies that survived and thrived in past downturns, along with two new surveys of top executives and insights drawn from discussions with corporate leaders around the world. As such, it offers the clearest, most authoritative assessment yet of some present-day trends and "new realities"--and what they mean for business.

Accelerating Out of the Great Recession shows today's executives how to:

•Learn from the decisive actions taken by companies such as General Electric, IBM, and Proctor & Gamble in order to accelerate out of past downturns
•Take the fight to your competitors--diversify and expand now, while other businesses are affected by the downtown
•Shake off conventional wisdom to protect and grow your market share
•Develop a new managerial mindset for today's tough times
Backed by exceptional research and outstanding, up-to-the-minute advice, Accelerating Out of the Great Recession explains the magnitude and enduring nature of changes that have taken place in the global economy and how you can outperform today to create and sustain an advantage over your competitors for the long haul. David Rhodes (London, United Kingdom) is a senior partner and managing director at The Boston Consulting Group and the global leader of its Financial Institutions practice. Daniel Stelter (Berlin, Germany) is a senior partner and managing director at The Boston Consulting Group and the global leader of its Corporate Development practice.

"What better opportunity than now to strengthen your business and come out of the recession even stronger? David Rhodes and Daniel Stelter provide an easy-to-understand perspective on the current economic environment, and some practical strategies to help readers come out ahead. A timely read for all who care about their business."
—Paul Polman, CEO, Unilever

"This is the most comprehensive assessment of the global economy that I've seen and is a must-read for any business, economic, or governmental-related leader".
Jeff M. Fettig, Chairman & CEO, Whirlpool Corporation

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Zang Fu: The Organ Systems of Traditional Chinese Medicine by Jeremy Ross



Zang Fu: The Organ Systems of Traditional Chinese Medicine by Jeremy Ross
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 2 edition (1985) | ISBN: 0443034826 | Pages: 280 | DJVU | 2.44 MB

This book is an advanced acupuncture text. It is written for students and practitioners of TCM, and it is not meant for the complete beginner. It assumes some degree of familiarity with the theory and practice of TCM, and it is meant to be used in conjunction with some excellent texts as "Essentials of Chinese Acupuncture" or "Acupuncture A Comprehensive Text".