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Devoured worlds volume 2
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"Naira and Tarquin have escaped the pull of a dying planet, and are now bound together to find the truth behind the all-powerful Mercator family and the blight that has been killing habitable planets. But the Mercator secrets are buried deep, and Tarquin's father, the head of Mercator, knows the revolutionaries are on his tail. When Tarquin's father disappears, taking the rest of his family and the universe's remaining supply of starship fuel with...
2) Green energy
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"This STEM-based set of True Books introduces students to the engineering innovations that can help us reach more environmentally friendly goals"--
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'The Dish' reveals the extraordinary life of a single restaurant dish, introducing every hand that helped produce the meal and tracing each key ingredient back to its origin. Acclaimed "chef writer" Andrew Friedman introduces readers to all the people and processes that come together in a single restaurant dish, creating an entertaining, vivid snapshot of the contemporary restaurant community, modern farming industry, and food-supply chain.
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La siderurgia ha acompañado e impulsado el desarrollo del ser humano. Desde la prehistórica Edad de los Metales hasta hoy, el conocimiento y manejo de los minerales ha permitido los avances tecnológicos que nos rodean. Desde la caza primitiva hasta el desarrollo de instrumental quirúrgico de precisión, la conquista del espacio o los cubiertos de nuestra mesa, la industria del metal es parte del día a día.
Esta es una obra de divulgación que...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición del certificado de profesionalidad "SEAG0209 - LIMPIEZA EN ESPACIOS ABIERTOS E INSTALACIONES INDUSTRIALES". Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
6) The fields
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"A breakneck procedural that is beautifully written and masterfully crafted, Erin Young's The Fields is a dynamite debut--crime fiction at its very finest. Some things don't stay buried. It starts with a body--a young woman found dead in an Iowa cornfield, on one of the few family farms still managing to compete with the giants of Big Agriculture. When Sergeant Riley Fisher, newly promoted to head of investigations for the Black Hawk County Sheriff's...
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A Fast Food Nation for the airline industry, Attention All Passengers is a shocking and important exposé revealing the real state of the "friendly skies" in which we fly. Award-winning Consumer Reports travel journalist William McGee, a former editor of the Consumer Reports Travel Letter, spent nearly seven years in airline flight operations management, and what he learned was less than uplifting. From TSA power grabs and an endemic lack of oversight...
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In his brand of multiverse, David P. Reiter probes planetary identity as exploratory memoir, 'tweetem' snapshots of the mind and body from stress to recovery, and fanzine remixes
of Dr Who. In these key selections from the award-winning My Planets: a fictive Memoir, Timelord Dreaming, and Time Lords Remixed he tests the limits of genre and text.
This is a profound digital narrative which both makes the most of the various possibilities of the...
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Dive into the cutting-edge world where healthcare meets the transformative power of data science. This insightful book is an essential read for healthcare professionals looking to navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of modern medicine. It offers an in-depth exploration of how data science applications are revolutionizing areas from genomics and epidemiology to public health policies and patient care. Embark on a journey through the...
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Dive into the dynamic intersection of design and healthcare with this insightful guide, a must-read for professionals looking to excel in the burgeoning field of healthcare UX. This book is an essential resource that opens the door to a world where user experience meets patient care, offering a deep dive into the principles, challenges, and innovations shaping this vital industry. Explore how empathy and user-centric design are revolutionizing patient...
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During the second half of the nineteenth century, Barrow-in-Furness became a pioneer in iron and steel production. It went on to grow astronomically – owning collieries in three counties and ore mines in two – and became the largest integrated steelworks in north Lancashire and Cumberland and, at one time, the largest steelworks in the world. Its success was due, in part, to having the prestige of three dukes as directors, as well as to being...
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Whether it was a Ginsu knife, George Foreman Grill, Tony Robbins' motivational book, kitchen device by Ron Popeil, or any of the countless other famous products that have been marketed on infomercials over the years, admit it: you or someone you know has bought one-and you're not alone. Last year, one out of every three Americans picked up the phone and ordered a product from a television infomercial or home shopping network, and in But Wait . . ....
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POINTS OF DIFFERENCE describes how to transform a business in a dying industry into a leadership position in contemporary competitive niches. Hormel Foods did it by totally revamping its approach to management, marketing and technology. The success of this transition is validated by the company's outstanding performance during the past 25 years, and the book's messages are compelling to managers in all industries as American business seeks to redefine...
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In "Artificial Intelligence & The Transformation of The Global Manufacturer," Patrick R. Hogan navigates the rapidly evolving sphere of AI in manufacturing. The book presents a deep-dive into the core principles of artificial intelligence and its transformative applications in the manufacturing sector. Readers will explore the shift towards intelligent robots and automated systems, reshaping traditional assembly lines for more efficient and precise...
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It takes a lot more than top-notch cooking skills to launch and run a successful eatery. But if you're a hopeful chef or hungry entrepreneur looking to open the next hot spot, you'll find everything you need in this accessible guide! Written by veteran restaurant owner and manager Ronald Lee, this guide offers solid advice on how to:
Secure financing and find the perfect site.
Develop an engaging marketing plan to build and keep a patron base.
Operate...
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The city of Glasgow, formerly one of the largest industrial centres in the world, was once responsible for building about one-quarter of the world's railway locomotives. This was complemented by a massive urban railway network: the second largest in the UK. However, the Beeching Report of 1963 inevitably took its toll on Glasgow. This book examines the changing face of Glasgow's railways ever since, starting with the period of rationalisation and...
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From Ron Pernick and Clint Wilder, the authors of Clean Tech Revolution, comes the next definitive book on the Clean Tech industry. In Clean Tech Nation, they shine a light on the leaders at the forefront of the growing movement. USA Today called Pernick and Wilder's groundbreaking first book, "one of the few instances in this genre that shows the green movement not in heartstring terms but as economically profitable." Clean Tech Nation expands on...
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Welcome to the captivating world of saffron farming, where the delicate crimson threads of Crocus sativus not only weave a tapestry of rich history and cultural significance but also hold the promise of a lucrative and fulfilling venture. "Saffron Farming for Profit: A Comprehensive Guide to Successful Cultivation and Business" invites you on a journey into the realm of saffron, providing a detailed roadmap for turning the cultivation of this precious...
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This comprehensive roadmap offers everything you need to succeed in the dynamic and highly profitable industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this guide provides you with essential knowledge and proven strategies to build a thriving freight brokerage business. Explore the logistics industry, understand market trends, and navigate legal requirements and regulations.
This guide goes beyond the fundamentals, offering...
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In late 2008, the world's economy began to tumble at avalanche speed, and at the forefront of the manufacturing collapse were the Big Three automakers: Chrysler, General Motors and Ford. For decades, these companies had been shining stars, providing billions of dollars of new investments and thousands of well-paying jobs. Yet suddenly the heads of these and other manufacturing giants found themselves begging governments for financial packages to save...
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