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The Fabric Formwork Book: Methods for Building New Architectural and Structural Forms in Concrete by Mark West The Fabric Formwork Book: Methods for Building New Architectural and Structural Forms in Concrete by Mark West PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Concrete is the most used man-made material in the world and is the fundamental physical medium for most of the world’s architecture and construction. The character of concrete is largely the product of the rigid moulds that have shaped it since its invention in antiquity. The advent of flexible moulds, however, marks a radical break from conventional practice – and conventional concrete architecture. The Fabric Formwork Book provides the first comprehensive handbook on the emerging technology of flexible moulds for reinforced concrete architecture. Written by the foremost expert in the field, this book takes a comprehensive and generous approach that includes technical, historical and theoretical aspects of the subject. The book: concentrate...

Across A Deadly Field: The War in the East by John Hill Across A Deadly Field: The War in the East by John Hill PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad This supplement for Across A Deadly Field includes a number of scenarios of differing size and complexity, intended to give players a wide variety of options for their American Civil War games. The scenarios cover a number of the most famous battles of the Eastern Theater, including 1st Bull Run, Antietam, Chancellorsville, Brandy Station and Gettysburg, and offer both modestly sized and larger battles to the player. The smaller scenarios focus not only on smaller battles, but also on engagements within a larger encounter, while the larger scenarios present a wider view of a battle. For example, Antietam offers the three distinct corps-level actions in the north, center and the south at Burnside's Bridge, as well as the full battle. This offers Across A Deadly Field players a versatility that can accommodate their preferences and collections wi...

Human Nature and De Corpore Politico (Oxford World's Classics) (Pt. 1) by Thomas Hobbes Human Nature and De Corpore Politico (Oxford World's Classics) (Pt. 1) by Thomas Hobbes PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Thomas Hobbes' timeless account of the human condition, first developed in The Elements of Law (1640), which comprises Human Nature and De Corpore Politico , is a direct product of the intellectual and political strife of the seventeenth century. His analysis of the war between the individual and the group lays out the essential strands of his moral and political philosophy later made famous in Leviathan . This first ever complete paperback edition of Human Nature and De Corpore Politico is also supplemented by chapters from Hobbes' later work De Corpore and "The Three Lives," never before published together in English. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from aro...

Foundations for Soul Care: A Christian Psychology Proposal by Eric L. Johnson Foundations for Soul Care: A Christian Psychology Proposal by Eric L. Johnson PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad In this groundbreaking work of first-order scholarship, Eric Johnson makes a vitally important contribution to the field of Christian counseling. He first presents a detailed overview and appreciative but critical evaluation of the reigning paradigms in the field of Christian counseling, particularly biblical counseling and integration. Building on their respective strengths, he seeks to move beyond the current impasse in the field and develop a more unified and robustly Christian understanding. Drawing upon the Bible and various Christian intellectual and soul care traditions, and through a Christian reinterpretation of relevant modern psychological theory and research, Johnson proceeds to offer a new framework for the care of souls that is comprehensive in scope, yet flows from a Christian understanding of...

Explaining Games: The Epistemic Programme in Game Theory (Synthese Library) by Boudewijn de Bruin Explaining Games: The Epistemic Programme in Game Theory (Synthese Library) by Boudewijn de Bruin PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Does game theory - the mathematical theory of strategic interaction - provide genuine explanations of human behaviour? Can game theory be used in economic consultancy or other normative contexts? Explaining Games: The Epistemic Programme in Game Theory - the first monograph on the philosophy of game theory - is a bold attempt to combine insights from epistemic logic and the philosophy of science to investigate the applicability of game theory in such fields as economics, philosophy and strategic consultancy. De Bruin proves new mathematical theorems about the beliefs, desires and rationality principles of individual human beings, and he explores in detail the logical form of game theory as it is used in explanatory and normative contexts. He argues that game theory red...

Under Cover: 60 Afghans to Knit and Crochet Under Cover: 60 Afghans to Knit and Crochet PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Why come out from under the covers, when these glorious classic and contemporary afghans are so cozy and beautiful? Sixty fabulous patterns, gathered in a concealed spiral-bound volume that conveniently stays open for easy reading, feature blankets for both knitters and crocheters that range from simple to advanced. A Soft Diamonds Afghan features delicate, creamy-white wool with blue edging, and is beautiful enough to drape decoratively over a chair or couch. Or, make a Shell Crochet Baby Blanket, a very masculine Plaid Tapestry, a Handloomed Homespun Afghan, an Open Window design with a matching pillow, and many other exquisite designs. From reader reviews: Pamela Guarino: As people who live in the modest era should be upgrade about what going on or facts even knowledge to make them keep up with the era that is certainly always change and progress. Some of you maybe may up...

Present Tense: A Mennonite Spirituality by Gordon Houser Present Tense: A Mennonite Spirituality by Gordon Houser PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Ever wonder what Mennonite spirituality is or if there is such a thing? Gordon Houser explores the heart of Mennonite spirituality and how Mennonite spiritual practices may succeed or fall short. In his Foreword, Richard Rohr insightfully places Present Tense in the context of his view of Mennonites then concludes, "That's the way I see it, anyway. But read this inspiring book, and you will know how Gordon Houser sees it-which is much better." Valerie Weaver-Zercher, Contributing Editor to Sojourners, believes that "Houser's gentle, forthright, and theologically astute voice has nothing to prove. His many years as an 'insider'-a church journalist-and 'outsider'-one who did not grow up Mennonite-render these reflections on Mennonite spirituality into a unique alloy of intimacy and objectivity." John D. R...

Reason & Rigor: How Conceptual Frameworks Guide Research by Sharon M. Ravitch, J. (John) Matthew (Matt) Riggan Reason & Rigor: How Conceptual Frameworks Guide Research by Sharon M. Ravitch, J. (John) Matthew (Matt) Riggan PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Designed for novice as well as more experienced researchers, Reason & Rigor by Sharon M. Ravitch and Matthew Riggan presents conceptual frameworks as a mechanism for aligning literature review, research design, and methodology. The book explores the conceptual framework—defined as both a process and a product—that helps to direct and ground researchers as they work through common research challenges. Focusing on published studies on a range of topics and employing both quantitative and qualitative methods, the updated Second Edition features two new chapters and clearly communicates the processes of developing and defining conceptual frameworks. From reader reviews: Danny Miller: Now a day folks who Living in the era exactly where...

The Primitive Baptist Hymnal: A Choice Collection of Hymns and Tunes of Early and Late Composition (Classic Reprint) by M J Sears The Primitive Baptist Hymnal: A Choice Collection of Hymns and Tunes of Early and Late Composition (Classic Reprint) by M J Sears PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Excerpt from The Primitive Baptist Hymnal: A Choice Collection of Hymns and Tunes of Early and Late Composition In compiling this book, our design has been to supply a want long felt amongst us, and to encourage the love and practice Of Sacred Music in our Churches and the social circle which has, of late years, been greatly neglected. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases...

In the Zone: Transcendent Experience in Sports (Arkana) by Michael Murphy, Rhea A. White In the Zone: Transcendent Experience in Sports (Arkana) by Michael Murphy, Rhea A. White PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Drawing on more than 4500 stories from both professional and amateur athletes, this is an examination of sportsmen and sportswomen's experiences of trancendance while participating in sporting activities. They include tales of ESP, out-of-body experiences and fits of strength. Murphy and White uncover this hidden dimension of sport and draw parallels between these uncanny experiences and the fabled powers of mystics and yogis. First published in 1978, this book includes new material. Michael Murphy is also the author of "Golf in the Kingdom". From reader reviews: Travis Wysocki: The book In the Zone: Transcendent Experience in Sports (Arkana) can give more knowledge and information about everything you want. So just why must we leave a very important thing like a book In t...

Everyone by Christopher Silas Neal Everyone by Christopher Silas Neal PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Everyone cries, everyone laughs, everyone sings—everyone. A celebrated illustrator explores the universality of feelings in his authorial debut. Christopher Silas Neal, praised by the New York Times for his "stunning retro-style illustrations," invites young readers to explore how we feel what we feel, and how everyone else feels it, too. From the animals in the woods to the neighbors in their homes nearby, everyone has feelings and shares them in this whimsical story. Vivid, childlike art in a limited palette conveys a full spectrum of emotion. Young children easily frustrated by a popped balloon or overjoyed by a sky full of stars will relish this simple exploration of empathy. From reader reviews: Dwight Richardson: What do you concerning book? It is not important together with you? Or just adding material when you want something to explain what the one you have problem? How ab...

Sustainable Supplier Management in the Automotive Industry: Leading the 3rd Revolution Through Collaboration (Transportation Issues, Policies and R&d) by Mario Binder, Ben Clegg Sustainable Supplier Management in the Automotive Industry: Leading the 3rd Revolution Through Collaboration (Transportation Issues, Policies and R&d) by Mario Binder, Ben Clegg PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad The omnipresent global economic crisis has had a particularly dramatic effect on the global automotive industry. It has increased the need for a 3rd revolution and the move towards mass-collaboration between all industrial players that may ultimately lead to a governance model based on partnership-focused collaborative relationships. The first two revolutions were led by the US and Japan respectively, but we propose that this time, the European automotive industry will lead the way in the 3rd revolution. This book provides an operations and supply chain management perspective while focusing on the issue ...