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The ability at the molecular level to keep track of time is a property shared by organisms ranging from the simplest unicells to humans. The primary feature of these biological clocks is their ability to entrain to environmental stimuli. The dominant stimulus comes from environmental light cues, which requires the existence of photopigments sensitive to light. The exact identity of the molecules involved in circadian photoreception has remaine...

A smooth transition to excellence in management cannot be achieved by an abortive hodgepodge of borrowed programs and panaceas. First-rate company success must derive from a top executive who can think . . . who can provide the rest of his team with a desire to excel and a distinct impatience with mediocrity. In this his second book, the author of 'Tough-Minded Management' presents a formula for developing an entirely new business way of life....

This text employs an "issues approach" to consumer economics. Each chapter has one or two consumer issues that are highlighted through engaging, real world examples. These real world examples are highly applied aspects of everyday consumer situations.

Waggin' Tales" is a cooperative effort between Amy Rowen and her nine-year old niece, Tyla Marie Rowen. Amy had the all-American childhood, and the consistency of dogs in her family prevails in her memories. Tyla Marie Rowen is carrying on the family tradition in appreciation and affection for dogs. Together they have created an enchanting story, written from the narrative perspective of the family dog, Julie. "Waggin' Tales" helps children ...

Waggin' Tales" is a cooperative effort between Amy Rowen and her nine-year old niece, Tyla Marie Rowen. Amy had the all-American childhood, and the consistency of dogs in her family prevails in her memories. Tyla Marie Rowen is carrying on the family tradition in appreciation and affection for dogs. Together they have created an enchanting story, written from the narrative perspective of the family dog, Julie. "Waggin' Tales" helps children ...

The volunteer army that fought the Mexican dictator Santa Anna from 1835 to 1836 was immortalized in the epic battle of the Alamo. Taking arms initially to fight for the restoration of the liberal Mexican constitution of 1824, the volunteers were eventually fighting for outright Texan independence. This book describes and illustrates the group of men who, despite the diversity of their origins, equipment, weaponry and dress, were united in a c...

W.C. "Lead" Leadbeater, learning that the entire world is mind-warped by a psionic satellite, transforms into his favorite comic book swamp monster, Slime-thing. Somehow, school continues in spite of nova conditions, and he moves to Nite City, where he begins the use of medical marijuana. He steals a device, the monad, which actually changes him into Slime-thing--but it also changes him in ways he never expected.

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Conversations with Teen Entrepreneurs profiles three successful businesses created by teenagers. These companies were created during the booming 90's, have weathered the Internet bubble burst and are still succeeding today.The book is a fascinating read to see how teenagers are able to overcome the age barrier and succeed in a field normally reserved for adults. Each entrepreneur has his own unique story about balancing work and school, convin...

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Early in the 19th Century, expanding markets for Pennsylvania's anthracite coal created a smaller scale prelude to the later California gold rush. It was an era as wild as any the West ever knew--yet it has been rarely depicted in history. A native of the Coal Region and avid student of its history, the author has attempted to provide an accurate sense of this particular time and place in a story probing the cost of unrestrained ambition.Many ...

Chris Johnson had everything--a great job, comfortable salary, and bright future--until his company was acquired and his position eliminated.Follow Chris's journey as he overcomes unexpected obstacles and challenges. Working with a coach, he creates persuasive résumés and letters that get job interviews. By applying his new interviewing and negotiations skills, he wins and accepts a desirable job offer.Learn how you can achieve dramatic result...

Charlie Greer let's it all hang out in this tell all book about the highs and lows of a struggling independent artist making his way through the topsy-turvy world of entertainment. Read along as Charlie burns every bridge he's ever crossed! A hilarious, "laugh out loud" must read!

Marking Columbia University's 250th anniversary, this is the definitive history of one of America's oldest and most redoubtable urban institutions in the country's largest, most culturally diverse city. This comprehensive history of Columbia University extends from the prefounding discussions about New York City being "a fit Place for a colledge" in 1704 to the recent inauguration of Lee Bollinger as president.

The defence of the 9th-century kingdom of Wessex under King Alfred against the 'Great Viking Army' is one of the major military achievements of Early Medieval history. While the guerrilla warfare in the Somerset marshes and the battle of Edington are characteristic of Alfred's military abilities, his definitive physical achievement was a series of some 30 well-structured fortifications (known as burhs) across the kingdom. Many of these fortifi...