Policing the Amazon Why the Rule of Law is Crucial for the Future | Criminology & Criminal Justice

Discover the hidden world of Australia’s most misunderstood reptiles with "So Many Snakes, So Little Time: Uncovering the Secret Lives of Australia’s Serpents." This compelling life science book by Prof. Rick Shine takes you deep into the fascinating realm of serpents, blending groundbreaking research with captivating storytelling. Australia’s diverse and often dangerous snake population serves as the backdrop for a scientific journey that reshapes how we view these remarkable creatures. Prof. Shine’s work has revolutionized snake ecology and behavior studies, revealing their vital roles in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Through his engaging anecdotes and field experiences, you’ll gain a new appreciation for snakes—beyond the fear and myths. This book doesn’t just present data; it shares the passion, challenges, and triumphs of a leading herpetologist dedicated to conservation and coexistence. Inside, you’ll explore influential studies that have paved the way for effective snake conservation strategies. Learn how scientific discoveries are helping protect snake populations while fostering safer interactions between humans and serpents. Each chapter offers insights into snake biology, behavior, and the delicate balance of nature, making complex research accessible and engaging for readers of all backgrounds. Perfect for nature lovers, students, and anyone curious about wildlife, this book inspires a deeper connection to Australia’s unique fauna. At Bare Necessities, we’re proud to offer titles that educate and inspire. Visit BareNecessities.com to add this eye-opening read to your collection and support a greater understanding of the natural world.

William Morris one of Britain's leading writers and artists of the Victorian era was strongly connected to the socialist movement of 19th century Britain and both his literary work and decorative art were widely influenced by its ideas. He was a founding member of the Socialist League and many of his writings were originally published in the League's official newspapers and pamphlets. This 3-volume set is a facsimile reprint of a collection of 47 small booklets written or edited by Morris and his colleagues in the socialist movement most of which are rare and difficult to access . The first volume contains all issues of the two major pamphlet series of the Socialist League as well as his historical documents relating to its foundation including conference reports and broadsides. Many of them feature beautiful illustrations by Water Crane a Victorian book illustrator which are all reproduced in the volume. The second volume includes booklets on socialism published by authors close to Morris as well as by himself. There are also songbooks that he edited. The third volume is devoted to his lectures of art and socialism which he published by himself using the Golden Type he designed. The facsimile reprint of these items visualizes the essence of Morris's thought and art and will provide a deeper understanding of what William Morris tried to contribute to the Victorian society through his literary and art works. |William Morris Art and Socialist Movements: A Collection of Contemporary Pamphlets | Asian Studies

The minstrel show or minstrelsy was a popular form of ‘black face’ entertainment in early 19th century America influencing American vernacular songs and stage performances but its popularity travelled beyond America across both the Atlantic and the Pacific. When Commodore Matthew C. Perry arrived in Yokohama on 1853 for example the American sailors organized a blackface minstrel band and performed the minstrels’ hit songs. This 4-volume facsimile collection focuses on early minstrelsy material particularly songs and performance records. Included are songbooks of famous Christy Minstrels a performance guide for amateur troupes sheet music and playbills books that explore minstrelsy history. Numerous photos illustrations and plates are also included. The material gathered together is a unique and valuable primary source on the early history of American popular culture. Moreover it provides an important historical view of the discriminative stereotypes of African American people from which they still suffer. |Minstrel Shows And Songs: An Archival Collection Of Early American Books And Documents | Asian Studies

The historical experiences of workers organizing in Europe and the United States figure among the many forms of workers' resistance resulting from the variety of labour relations in the global past. They cannot and will not be uniformly duplicated or copied from their present form in the global transformations of labour and workers' movements that we are witnessing today. Nevertheless in the twentieth century trade unionism as a form of collective agency among workers became a global phenomenon. With growing numbers of workers being exposed to wage labour and labour markets the cases of workers organizing in the original heartlands of trade unionism in Europe and the United States can provide a historical background for future prospects and transformations. Based on comparisons of long-term developments and focusing on transnational connections Transformations of Trade Unionism shows that historically there have been many varieties of trade unionism emerging independently or transforming older ones and that these varieties and transformations can be explained by specific and changing labour regimes. The case studies all start from Dutch examples or incorporate a Dutch element but the comparative and transnational approach connects these histories to general developments in Europe and United States from the eighteenth to the twenty-first century. This publication was made possible thanks to the generous financial support of the Stichting Unger - van Brero Fonds. |Transformations of Trade Unionism Comparative and Transnational Perspectives on Workers Organizing in Europe and the United States Eighteen

Designing Experiments and Analyzing Data: A Model Comparison Perspective (3rd edition) offers an integrative conceptual framework for understanding experimental design and data analysis. Maxwell Delaney and Kelley first apply fundamental principles to simple experimental designs followed by an application of the same principles to more complicated designs. Their integrative conceptual framework better prepares readers to understand the logic behind a general strategy of data analysis that is appropriate for a wide variety of designs which allows for the introduction of more complex topics that are generally omitted from other books. Numerous pedagogical features　further facilitate understanding:　examples of published research demonstrate the applicability of each chapter’s content; flowcharts　assist in choosing the most appropriate procedure;　end-of-chapter lists of important formulas highlight key ideas and assist readers in locating the initial presentation of equations; useful programming code and tips are provided throughout the book and in associated resources available online and　extensive sets of exercises　help develop a deeper understanding of the subject.　Detailed solutions　for some of the exercises and　realistic data sets　are included on the website (Designing Experiments.com). The pedagogical approach used throughout the book enables readers to gain an overview of experimental design from conceptualization of the research question to analysis of the data. The book and its companion website with web apps tutorials and detailed code are ideal for students and researchers seeking the optimal way to design their studies and analyze the resulting data. |Designing Experiments and Analyzing Data A Model Comparison Perspective Third Edition | Psychology

In the eleventh century the cities of the Song Empire (960-1279) emerged into writing. Literati in prior centuries had looked away from crowded streets but literati in the eleventh century found beauty in towering buildings and busy harbors. Their purpose in writing the city was ideological. On the written page they tried to establish a distinction that eluded them in the avenues and to discern an immanent pattern in the movement of people goods and money. By the end of the eleventh century however they recognized that they had failed in their efforts. They had lost the Way in the city. Urban Life and Intellectual Crisis in Middle-Period China 800-1100 reveals the central place of urban life in the history of the eleventh century. Important developments in literary innovation and monetary policy in canonical exegesis and civil engineering in financial reform and public health converge in this book as they converged in the city.

Trans and Genderqueer Subjects in Medieval Hagiography presents an interdisciplinary examination of trans and genderqueer subjects in medieval hagiography. Scholarship has productively combined analysis of medieval literary texts with modern queer theory – yet too often questions of gender are explored almost exclusively through a prism of sexuality rather than gender identity. This volume moves beyond such limitations foregrounding the richness of hagiography as a genre integrally resistant to limiting binaristic categories including rigid gender binaries. The collection showcases scholarship by emerging trans and genderqueer authors as well as the work of established researchers. Working at the vanguard of historical trans studies these scholars demonstrate the vital and vitally political nature of their work as medievalists. Trans and Genderqueer Subjects in Medieval Hagiography enables the re-creation of a lineage linking modern trans and genderqueer individuals to their medieval ancestors providing models of queer identity where much scholarship has insisted there were none and re-establishing the place of non-normative gender in history.

Reproductive medicine has been very successful at developing new therapies in recent years and people having difficulties conceiving have more options available to them than ever before. These developments have led to a new institutional landscape emerging and this innovative volume explores how health and social structures are being developed and reconfigured to take into account the increased use of assisted reproductive technologies such as IVF treatments. Using Sweden as a central case study it explores how the process of institutionalizing new assisted reproductive technologies includes regulatory agencies ethical committees political bodies and discourses scientific communities patient and activists groups and entrepreneurial activities in the existing clinics and new entrants to the industry. It draws on new theoretical developments in institutional theory and outlines how health innovations are always embedded in social relations including ethical political and financial concerns. This book will be of interest to advanced students and academics in health management science and technology studies the sociology of health and illness and organisational theory. |Institutionalizing Assisted Reproductive Technologies The Role of Science Professionalism and Regulatory Control | Health & Social Care

Spirituality is an important aspect of occupational therapy theory and practice yet it remains little understood. This timely book adds to the current debate by exploring the meaning of spirituality within occupational therapy and by outlining evidence which supports this area of practice. Beginning with the three stances surrounding spirituality for the common good and the theology of occupation throughout its 10 chapters the book goes on to cover topics such as:Spirituality of caring;Theories of spiritual development;Definition of spirituality from occupational therapy literature;Differences between assessing spirituality and religion;Spirituality and ethics;Spiritual and cultural diversity in the occupational therapy clinic;Therapeutic self. By the end of the volume the reader will have the toolset required to consider spiritual concepts and their application to health principles. Occupational Therapy and Spirituality is written in an accessible format and is designed for occupational therapy and occupational science academics researchers and graduate students.|Occupational Therapy and Spirituality | Health & Social Care

This title was first published in 2003. After briefly reviewing the basic theoretical stances animating the rest of the proceedings Laursen (international politics U. of Southern Denmark) presents 11 contributions that comparatively review processes of regional integration around the world. |Comparative Regional Integration: Theoretical Perspectives Theoretical Perspectives | Religion

Ethics in Deconstruction is vital reading for anyone interested in Derrida and the ethical implications of deconstruction broadly defined. It offers a comprehensive set of essays on the ethics of deconstruction and deconstruction as an ethical enterprise. Derrida is the main focus but essays also look at Sextus Empiricus Kierkegaard Heidegger Arendt Lévinas Lyotard Deleuze and others. This volume broadly defines ethics to include law justice politics religion and practical reason. The essays explore topics including biopolitics hospitality speech and language consciousness and affection animality democracy sovereignty nationality and nationalism Enlightenment poetics responsibility economics decision theory promises the institution of ethics alterity and otherness. An editor’s introduction provides a unifying oversight of the multiplicity of topics and an editor’s afterthought takes the discussion forward with regard to the status of moral law. This volume's contents are distinctive in their wide-ranging coverage of deconstruction including its boundaries and its others. The reader’s assumptions about deconstruction ethics and their contexts will be challenged and renewed. This book is essential reading for anyone concerned with the philosophy of Derrida and the ethical possibilities of deconstruction in many forms across themes and disciplines. It was originally published as a special issue of Angelaki. |Derrida Ethics in Deconstruction

Bringing together some of sociology's most distinguished scholars Gerhard Lenski's Sociological Theories: Assessments Extensions New Directions critically assesses the influential social theories and monumental intellectual contributions of Gerhard Lenski in and beyond the discipline of sociology. For more than six decades Lenski has been one of the most prominent and significant theorists of religion social stratification and ecological-evolutionary sociology. This is the first book to provide a systematic evaluation of Lenski's career and body of work the ways in which his theories have been applied and extended in multiple disciplines and his most recent work in the study of social change inequality and human evolution. Whether the focus is on religious economic racial gender or other social groups over the past 10 000 to 12 000 years Gerhard Lenski and the distinguished scholars in this book have produced theories and research of great insight. |Gerhard Lenski's Sociological Theories Assessments Extensions New Directions | Sociology

An Introduction to Numerical Methods using MATLAB is designed to be used in any introductory level numerical methods course. It provides excellent coverage of numerical methods while simultaneously demonstrating the general applicability of MATLAB to problem solving. This textbook also provides a reliable source of reference material to practicing engineers scientists and students in other junior and senior-level courses where MATLAB can be effectively utilized as a software tool in problem solving. The principal goal of this book is to furnish the background needed to generate numerical solutions to a variety of problems. Specific applications involving root-finding interpolation curve-fitting matrices derivatives integrals and differential equations are discussed and the broad applicability of MATLAB demonstrated. This book employs MATLAB as the software and programming environment and provides the user with powerful tools in the solution of numerical problems.|An Introduction to Numerical Methods Using MATLAB | Civil & Mechanical Engineering

This volume examines the ideals and experiences of work during the long nineteenth century. The meanings attached to work had resonance in multiple aspects of people’s lives and the sources consider this breadth. The primary sources examine the association of work with respectability the challenges industrialization posed to men’s traditional labour and identities and the pressures placed on working women by the increasingly normative domestic ideal. Accompanied by extensive editorial commentary this volume will be of great interest to students of British History. |Work and Unemployment 1834-1911 | History

Causal Inference in Pharmaceutical Statistics introduces the basic concepts and fundamental methods of causal inference relevant to pharmaceutical statistics. This book covers causal thinking for different types of commonly used study designs in the pharmaceutical industry including but not limited to randomized controlled clinical trials longitudinal studies singlearm clinical trials with external controls and real-world evidence studies. The book starts with the central questions in drug development and licensing takes the reader through the basic concepts and methods via different study types and through different stages and concludes with a roadmap to conduct causal inference in clinical studies. The book is intended for clinical statisticians and epidemiologists working in the pharmaceutical industry. It will also be useful to graduate students in statistics biostatistics and data science looking to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry. Key Features: Causal inference book for clinical statisticians in the pharmaceutical industry Introductory level on the most important concepts and methods Align with FDA and ICH guidance documents Across different stages of clinical studies: plan design conduct analysis and interpretation Cover a variety of commonly used study designs|Causal Inference in Pharmaceutical Statistics | Statistics

The number of people living with dementia is expected to rise from 55 million in 2019 to 139 million in 2050 according to a report by WHO. Treatments and potential cures for Alzheimer’s have been researched for a long time now. Conventional drugs while providing symptomatic relief have often fallen short of halting the relentless progression of this neurodegenerative disorder. This new two-volume set Neuro-Nutraceuticals and Drug Discovery and Delivery in Alzheimer’s Disease 2-volume set represents a collective effort to delve into the potential of nature’s pharmacopeia in our battle against Alzheimer’s disease. The editors posit that essential insights into the intricacies of the disease are the foundation for subsequent discussions on potential therapeutic interventions. Volume 1: Targeting Key Pathological Pathways first lays the foundation by unveiling the underlying pathological biochemical molecular and genetic aspects of Alzheimer’s disease. These chapters provide essential insights into the intricacies of the disease and serve as a springboard for the subsequent discussions on potential therapeutic interventions. Chapters cover pathophysiology and diagnosis the connection of gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease drug-induced Alzheimer’s disease and more. The volume then goes on to shine a spotlight on the vast potential of nutraceuticals in managing Alzheimer’s disease. It explores a plethora of medicinal plants and their secondary metabolites that show promise in treating this devastating condition. From preclinical findings to clinical studies the chapters present a wealth of knowledge on memory improvement effects and the mechanisms underlying the actions of these neuro-nutraceuticals. Covered are the role of diet micronutrients and macronutrients in managing Alzheimer’s disease; Medhya Rasayana (medicinal plants described in the Indian system of medicine that are said to improve memory and intellect); nootropics (also known as drug cognitive enhancers that help to improve memory increase mental alertness and concentration as well as boost energy levels and wakefulness); and other ethnopharmacological approaches for dementia. Volume 2: Strategies to Unlock the Brain’s Fortress offers a comprehensive exploration into the cutting-edge strategies for the pursuit of effective Alzheimer’s management. The first section of this volume is dedicated to a holistic exploration of nutraceuticals and their pivotal role in managing Alzheimer’s disease serving as a guide to the diverse array of neuro-nutraceuticals and providing insights into their mechanisms efficacy and potential integration into holistic Alzheimer’s management strategies. The chapter authors look at natural antioxidant therapeutics natural steroidal phytopharmaceuticals and Terpenes (aromatic compounds found in many plants) anti-apoptotic natural products polysaccharides neuro-protective role of vitamin D non-flavonoidal agents for the effective treatment of Alzheimer’s. Recent developments and advancements in the delivery of nutraceuticals are explored as well looking at nanotechnology and advanced drug delivery systems for therapeutic interventions in Alzheimer’s disease. Together these volumes not only reflect the current state of knowledge but also pave the way for future exploration in the field. Neuro-Nutraceuticals and Drug Discovery and Delivery in Alzheimer’s Disease will enlighten readers whether seasoned researchers practitioners or advanced students with a wealth of scientific knowledge gained through the cutting-edge research and in-depth exploration of the therapeutic potential of nature’s offerings and shall contribute to the ongoing efforts in managing dementia and cognitive disorders.

AI for Arts is a book for anyone fascinated by the man–machine connection an unstoppable evolution that is intertwining us with technology in an ever-greater degree and where there is an increasing concern that it will be technology that comes out on top. Thus presented here through perhaps its most esoteric form namely art this unfolding conundrum is brought to its apex. What is left of us humans if artificial intelligence also surpasses us when it comes to art? The articulation of an artificial intelligence art manifesto is long overdue so hopefully this book can fill a gap that will have repercussions not only for aesthetic and philosophical considerations but possibly more so for the development of artificial intelligence.|AI for Arts | Computer Science

The proceedings of the International Conference on Hybrid and Advanced Technologies (ICHAT 2024) present a rich repository of cutting-edge research on the various applications of machine learning deep learning and AI in cybersecurity healthcare agriculture and communication systems. It highlights the revolutionary potential of data science in transforming traditional practices improving efficiency and accuracy across diverse domains and addressing complex real-world challenges. These proceedings contains innovative neural-network models for agriculture that can predict tractor fuel consumption and optimize smart irrigation besides suggesting greenhouse automation for enhanced agricultural productivity. It also provides a roadmap for Io T-based monitoring systems for asthma patients and machine learning approaches for early detection of diabetes cancer and aquatic plant ailments. Through an array of practical examples and comparative studies the book further highlights advancements in machine learning for enhancing palm vein authentication combating fake news keeping data safe and improving customer segmentation in e-commerce. The findings would be instrumental in combating critical global issues and foster a deeper understanding of the role of AI in image processing cybersecurity medical diagnostics and intelligent systems in the future. This will be a highly interesting guide to researchers data scientists and practicing professionals in the fields of artificial intelligence machine learning and cybersecurity. It will also be of interest to healthcare professionals agricultural scientists and technology enthusiasts in fostering global collaborations exploring future challenges and opportunities and introducing state-of-the-art technologies to streamline processes. |Hybrid and Advanced Technologies Proceedings of the International Conference on Hybrid and Advanced Technologies (ICHAT 2024) April 26-28

This volume of primary source material examines music and British national identity during the ninteenth century. Sources explore the reception of British music continental and other foreign music English Scottish Welsh and Irish music and Empire. The collection of materials are accompanied by an introduction by Rosemary Golding as well as headnotes contextualising the pieces. This collection will be of great value to students and scholars. |Music in Nineteenth-Century Britain | History

The proceedings of the First International Conference on Equipment Intelligent Operation and Maintenance (ICEIOM 2023) offer invaluable insights into the processes that ensure safe and reliable operation of equipment and guarantee the improvement of product life cycles. The book touches upon a wide array of topics including equipment condition monitoring fault diagnosis and remaining useful life prediction. With special emphasis on the integration of big data and machine learning the papers contained in this publication highlight how these technologies make the equipment operation process highly automated and ingenious. Intelligent operation and maintenance is set to act as the driving force behind a new generation of smart manufacturing and equipment upgradation and promote demand for intelligent product services and management. This is a highly beneficial guide to students researchers working professionals and enthusiasts who wish to stay updated on innovative research contributions and practical applications of state-of-the-art technologies in equipment operation and maintenance. |Equipment Intelligent Operation and Maintenance Proceedings of the International Conference on Equipment Intelligent Operation and Maintenan

This new 3-volume collection Emerging Technologies for the Food Industry is a compilation of emerging and futuristic food processing technologies presenting fundamental concepts of food technology trending applications and a range of interdisciplinary concepts that have found numerous interwoven applications in the food industry. Over the years the science of food processing has made tremendous advancements. With changing consumer preferences and the never-as-before focus on developing resilient food systems food processing is finding its place in key policies government interventions global trade and the overall food and nutritional security. Given this this multi-volume set covers a range of aspects starting from an introduction to food processing technology emerging thermal and nonthermal processing technologies ICT applications for the food industry and concluding with future technologies. Volume 1: Fundamentals of Food Processing Technology presents the basics of food preservation covering hurdle technology aspects of minimal processing ohmic heating of foods edible coatings and electromagnetics and allied applications in food processing. It also introduces various unit operations in the food industry. This volume also discusses novel methods of food quality evaluation and covers the fundamentals of and increasing applications of nanotechnology in the food sector. The second volume in the set Volume 2: Advances in Nonthermal Processing Technologies focuses on the interesting field of nonthermal processing and its applications. This includes high-pressure processing ultrasound processing high intensity pulsed light technology pulsed electric field processing cold plasma ozone processing as well as the use of sub- and supercritical processing. It also discusses emerging electrohydrodynamic technologies: electrospinning and electrospraying. This volume provides rich content on fundamental concepts applications and challenges in nonthermal processing throwing light on the scope of developing sustainable technologies for the food industry. Volume 3: ICT Applications and Future Trends in Food Processing is an exploration of the future of food processing highlighting emerging and disruptive technologies and their gaining influence in the food sector. The first five chapters focus on computer and information technology-linked applications such as CFD modeling robotics automation artificial intelligence big data the Internet of Things cloud computing and blockchain management for the food industry. The book then details selected concepts that have made phenomenal advancements in recent years: approaches for improved delivery of nutrients micro- and nanofluidics novel drying technologies smart and intelligent packaging as well as 3D food printing technology. Together or as a set this three-volume Emerging Technologies for the Food Industry provides a substantial contribution to the field of food processing. It is an excellent resource for students and young researchers in this booming field as well as for scientists researchers and faculty. |Emerging Technologies for the Food Industry 3-volume set | Science Client Lines