When rebels clash with renegades, its the Empire that may claim the final victory.Times are desperate for the Rebel Alliance. Harassment by the Empire and a shortage of vital supplies are hindering completion of a new secret base on the ice planet Hoth. So when Mid Rim merchants offer much-needed materials for sale, Princess Leia Organa and Han Solo lead an Alliance delegation to negotiate a deal.But when treachery forces the rebel ship to flee into territory controlled by pirates, Leia makes a shocking discovery: the fierce marauders come from Leias homeworld of Alderaan, recently destroyed by the Death Star. These refugees have turned to pillaging and plundering to surviveand they are in debt to a pirate armada, which will gladly ransom the princess to the vengeful Empire . . . if they find out her true identity.Struggling with intense feelings of guilt, loyalty, and betrayal, Leia is determined to help her wayward kinspeople, even as Imperial forces are closing in on her own crippled ship. Trapped between lethal cutthroats and brutal oppressors, Leia and Han, along with Luke, Chewbacca, and a battle-ready crew, must defy deathor embrace itto keep the rebellion alive.(A] rollicking Star Wars adventure . . . a book that keeps you eagerly turning pages.Roqoo Depot Autorid: Martha Wells
Middle school misfits are tasked with saving the multiverse in this sweeping space adventure perfect for fans of the Percy Jackson series—now in paperback! When five members of a middle school marching band are accidentally projected into an alternate universe during a field trip to the NASA headquarters, their fates land in the hands of the Multiverse Allied Council: a group of extraterrestrial delegates responsible for preserving harmony across the multiverse. Then Dev, Isaiah, Tessa, Maeve, and Lewis discover that Earth’s destruction is imminent due to an environmental collapse caused by humans. What can they do, when their most formidable skill is marching in formation? Against all odds, the space cadets fight to navigate the multiverse, save themselves from power-hungry forces eager to destroy them, rescue their families, and fight for the preservation of humankind. But forces far bigger than they ever imagined have insidious plans for the multiverse and its inhabitants . . . Autorid: Rebecca Caprara
The lies that brought them together will tear them apart.Alek and Ian's relationship is built on lies and the cracks are starting to show.A pianist gifted with synesthesia, Alek sees sounds and hears colors and transforms all of his emotions into music. But no matter how hard he tries to hide behind a facade of apathy and seduction, he can't escape the dark past that haunts him.Contractor Ian sees the beauty in something destroyed by neglect and his obsession with fixing extends beyond historical buildings. But when Alek's self-destructive tendencies turn their relationship to ruins, Ian fears Alek is the first project he'll have no choice but to abandon.Now the Gothic Victorian mansion they're renovating is the only thing connecting them. Alek will do anything to keep Ian with him.Except tell the truth.Because Alek is lying about everything, starting with his name, and when Ian learns the truth, their house of cards will collapse.Never Leave, Never Lie is an angsty MM modern gothic romance that features mental health representation and a hard-fought happily ever after.
Audio effects are used pervasively in music performance and production, and creation of new digital audio tools is a significant industry.This book is intended as an educational textbook on audio effects, with relevance to audio signal processing, music informatics, sound engineering and related topics. Audio effects are used pervasively in music performance and production, and creation of new digital audio tools is a significant industry. They are also commonly used in game production, broadcasting, and film and television.This book is intended as an educational textbook on audio effects, with relevance to audio signal processing, music informatics, sound engineering and related topics.It provides fundamental background information on digital signal processing, focusing on audio-specific aspects. This constitutes the building block on which audio effects are developed. It integrates theory and practice, relating technical implementation to musical implications.The book can be used to gain an understanding of the operation of existing audio effects, or to create new ones.Includes detailed coverage of common audio effects (and plenty of unusual ones) ]Includes discussion of current digital audio standards, such as VST. Accompanying source code is provided in C/C++, for audio plugin development using JUCE.Each section of the book also has examples, exercises, sound samples, lecture slides, and additional information on related topics.This second edition includes revised and expanded chapters, with new content on equalization, distortion, phase vocoders and reverberation. It also has new chapters on immersive audio and on advanced concepts in audio programming, revised source code using the latest version of JUCE, and corrections and improvements throughout. Autorid: Joshua D. Reiss, Andrew P. McPherson
'Hypnotically good ' Lee Child 'A stunning debut' Daily Mail 'A life-affirming read' Daily Express 'A gritty debut thriller' Irish Independent 'One of the finest debuts of the year' Donald Ray Pollock 'Rich in atmosphere and relentlessly suspenseful' Michael Koryta ---------------------------------------------------- AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD, CAN JUSTICE STILL BE FOUND? After a botched high-profile murder investigation, Sergeant Elderick Cole is exiled to the remote, rugged landscape of Nunavut, a vast territory in the Arctic Circle known for its untamed beauty, frigid temperatures, and endless winter nights. His bleak existence takes a sinister turn when he discovers the hanging body of Pitseolala, a troubled Inuit girl whom he had sworn to protect. Her death dredges up demons he thought he'd buried along with the scars of a fractured marriage and the aching divide between himself and his estranged daughter. As Cole's life unravels - and with it, the fragile thread of his investigation - he turns to Pitseolala's younger brother, Maliktu, a fellow outsider. It's then that Cole uncovers what binds them: a singular mission to find her killer. Against fierce backlash, Cole's overriding desire to redeem just one aspect of his otherwise failed life becomes an obsession - and he's willing to break every rule in his unyielding pursuit of justice and the smallest shred of redemption. ---------------------------------------------------- 'A haunting, immersive, moving story-told by an expert, with great authority and emotion' Richard Thomas, Bram Stoker, Shirley Jackson, and Thriller Award finalist 'There's a river of warmth running under this icy, Arctic thriller, with a big bang of an ending you won't soon forget' Rene Denfeld '(A] stunning debut . . . It's a knockout' Publishers Weekly, starred review Autorid: Malcolm Kempt
Expert guidance and cutting-edge tools for every researcher.Complex, time-consuming, and steeped in methodologies, conducting a literature review can often feel overwhelming. A go-to resource for researchers for nearly 20 years, The Literature Review simplifies the process with a structured six-step model to narrow your research topic, focus your literature search, negotiate the myriad of books, periodicals, and reports about your topicand, of course, write the review.The fifth edition of this bestselling book includes step-by-step guidance on how to use artificial intelligence ethically and effectively across the six steps of the literature review process. Additional features of this thoroughly updated guide include: Practical checklists, templates, and visuals to support your research at every stage. Reflective exercises, learning tips, and questions to ensure a deeper understanding of each process. Recommendations on transparency and responsibility when utilizing AI in academic research.Whether youre embarking on your first literature review or refining your skills, this book equips you with the tools needed to tackle every stage of the literature review process with clarity and precision. Autorid: Lawrence A. Machi, Brenda T. McEvoy
Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) awards are entry-level, core-skill focused qualifications from ACCA. They provide flexible options for students and employers, and as an ACCA Approved Content Provider, BPP Learning Media s suite of study tools will provide you with all the accurate and up-to-date material you need for exam success. Autorid: BPP Learning Media
Pokémon A5 kaardialbum – 400 taskuga kollektsioneerimiskaartide album. Ideaalne album Pokémoni fännidele ja kollektsionääridele, kes soovivad oma kaarte turvaliselt ja stiilselt hoiustada. Kvaliteetsel albumil on ilus täisvärviline trükikaanepilt ning eriti selged kaarditaskud, mis sobivad suurepäraselt kollektsiooni korrastamiseks ja esitlemiseks. Mahutab kuni 400 kaarti, sisaldab 50 kahepoolset lehte ja igal lehel on 8 taskut. Üliläbipaistvad taskud võimaldavad kaarte hästi näha ilma värvimoonutuseta. Turvaline tõmblukuga sulgemine kaitseb kaarte tolmu, mustuse ja juhusliku kadumise eest. Albumi mõõdud umbes 18 × 24,5 cm.
Pokémon A5 kaardialbum – 400 taskuga kollektsioneerimiskaartide album. Ideaalne album Pokémoni fännidele ja kollektsionääridele, kes soovivad oma kaarte turvaliselt ja stiilselt hoiustada. Kvaliteetsel albumil on ilus täisvärviline trükikaanepilt ning eriti selged kaarditaskud, mis sobivad suurepäraselt kollektsiooni korrastamiseks ja esitlemiseks. Mahutab kuni 400 kaarti, sisaldab 50 kahepoolset lehte ja igal lehel on 8 taskut. Üliläbipaistvad taskud võimaldavad kaarte hästi näha ilma värvimoonutuseta. Turvaline tõmblukuga sulgemine kaitseb kaarte tolmu, mustuse ja juhusliku kadumise eest. Albumi mõõdud umbes 18 × 24,5 cm.
Middle-school band geeks Dev, Isaiah, Tessa, Maeve, and Lewis are trapped in a parallel version of Earth as they fight to save their families--and the rest of the multiverse--from the villainous Empyrean One. Five middle schoolers’ quest to save the multiverse continues in this explosive follow-up to Mission Multiverse, perfect for fans of the Percy Jackson seriesThis action-packed sequel finds middle-school band geeks Dev, Isaiah, Tessa, Maeve, and Lewis trapped in a parallel version of Earth as they fight to save their families—and the entire rest of the multiverse—from the villainous Empyrean One. Far from home and running out of options, it will take everything they have to get back to Earth and preserve humanity once and for all. The startling revelation that they are their own worst enemies forces a painful decision: will they forsake the lives they once knew for an uncertain future? Perfect for fans of the Percy Jackson series, this sweeping space adventure combines dry wit with a tension-laden plot to keep readers glued to the page. Autorid: Rebecca Caprara
This book examines the methodology of qualitative research in military studies. Since the end of the Cold War, the number of studies on military and society has grown substantially in substance, size and impact. However, only a tiny part of this bibliography deals in depth with the research methods used, especially in relation to qualitative methods. The data that form the basis of the researchers analyses are often presented as if they were immediately available, rather than as a product of interaction between the researcher and those who participated in the research. Comprising essays by international scholars, the volume discusses the methodological questions raised by the use of qualitative research methodology in military settings. On the one hand, it focuses on the specificity of the military as a social context for research: the authors single out and discuss the particular field effects produced by institutional arrangements, norms and practices of the military. On the other, the authors proceed in an empirical manner: all methodological questions are addressed with regard to concrete situations of field research. This book will be of much interest to students of military studies, research methods, sociology, anthropology, war and conflict studies and security studies in general. Autorid: Helena Carreiras, Celso Castro
Die Pusteblume Sachbücher sind auf die Lehrpläne der einzelnen Bundesländer vollkommen abgestimmt. Die Sachbücher bieten kompetenzorientierte Aufgaben, Arbeitsmetoden und Handlungsteile. In systematischen Lernschritten erwerben die Kinder grundlegendes Wissen. Die Methoden-Werkstatt in den Sachbüchern 1 bis 4 vermittelt den Kindern grundlegende Fähigkeiten und Fertigkeiten. Sie erlangen dadurch Methodenkompetenz und lernen zunehmend selbstständiger. Alle Kapitel beginnen mit einer Einstiegsseite, die einen Überblick über die wesentlichen Inhalte vermittelt. Die Kinder erhalten Impulse, sich mit dem Lernbereich zu beschäftigen und eine Fragehaltung zu entwickeln. Alle Kapitel enden mit einem Lerntest für die Kinder zur Selbstkontrolle. Die Rubrik Übrigens gibt Denkanstöße, sich mit besonderen Aspekten des jeweiligen Sachthemas zu befassen. In die Schulbücher 2, 3 und 4 ist ein kleiner praxiserprobter Computerlehrgang integriert, der Grundfertigkeiten im Umgang mit dem Computer vermittelt. Seitenverweise vernetzen Inhalte und Methoden innerhalb eines Kapitels und zwischen verschiedenen Kapiteln. Die neuen Arbeitshefte unterstützen auf vielfältige Weise die Lernprozesse und sind perfekt auf die neuen Sachbücher abgestimmt. Die Lösungen + Hinweise unterstützen die Unterrichtsvorbereitung durch kurze, praxisorientierte Hinweise zum Unterricht und bieten Lösungen zu allen Aufgaben des Schulbuches und des Arbeitsheftes. Die Kopiervorlagen enthalten eine große Auswahl an differenzierten Arbeitsblättern. Die Lösungen werden in Form von komplett ausgefüllten Arbeitsblättern angeboten. Das Materialpaket auf DVD-ROM bietet die Lösungen + Hinweise und die Kopiervorlagen als digitale Version an. Zusätzlich enthält die DVD-ROM alle Abbildungen der Kopiervorlagen als PDF-Dateien und eine Auswahl von editierbaren Kopiervorlagenmustern.
