Focusing on Hagi, a western Japanese city renowned for its well-preserved Tokugawa period architecture, the book explores both its urban and social history. It delves into the significance of the town's historical fabric while also addressing modern efforts to maintain and protect its cultural heritage.
In a gripping race against time, Angela and Jake must decipher the clues left by her father to evade ruthless killers. As they navigate a web of danger, the stakes rise, testing their wits and resolve. The tension builds as they uncover secrets that could change everything, all while staying one step ahead of their pursuers.
Welcome to this 'novice's guide'. At last a book that explains the real science behind the cosmetics we use. Taking a gentle approach and a guided journey through the different product types, we discover that they are not as superficial as often thought and learn that there is some amazing science behind them. We shall uncover some of the truths behind the myths and point out some interesting facts on our way. Did you know? Vitamin E is the world's most used cosmetic active ingredient. At just 1mm thick, your amazing skin keeps out just about everything it's exposed to - including your products! A 'chemical soup' of amino acids, urea, mineral salts and organic acids act as 'water magnets' in the skin keeping it naturally moisturised. Discovered centuries ago, iron oxides (yes, the same chemicals as rust) are still commonly used inorganic pigments in foundations. A lipstick is a fine balance of waxes, oils and colourants to keep the stick stable and leave an even gloss on your lips.
There may be no way of knowing for certain that the world has some ultimate meaning and purpose, but finding reasons to believe changes everything.
Focusing on evidence-based practice, this book presents a comprehensive approach to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for depression. It integrates various models from first, second, and third-wave CBT, enabling readers to customize therapy to meet the unique needs of individual clients. This resource is designed to enhance therapeutic effectiveness by providing practical strategies and insights into adapting CBT techniques.
Osprey's study of the Battle of Bannockburn, which was part of the First War of Scottish Independence (1296-1328) and the climax of the career of King Robert the Bruce. In 1307 King Edward I of England, 'The Hammer of the Scots' and nemesis of William Wallace, died and his son, Edward II, was not from the same mould. Idle and apathetic, he allowed the Scots the chance to recover from the grievous punishment inflicted upon them. By 1314 Bruce had captured every major English-held castle bar Stirling and Edward II took an army north to subdue the Scots. Pete Armstrong's account of this pivotal campaign culminates at the decisive battle of Bannockburn that finally won Scotland her independence.
Focusing on the role of entrepreneurs as catalysts for economic growth, the book explores the development of a promotional industry that includes politicians, government bodies, and educational institutions. It critically analyzes the myths and hero figures surrounding entrepreneurship, as well as the policies that support this narrative, providing an empirically grounded perspective on the phenomenon's origins and impact.
As the ideal introductory textbook for medical students, junior doctors, trainee radiologists, and practising clinicians, this new edition of Diagnostic Imaging explains the principles of interpretation of all forms of imaging, offering a balanced account of all the modalities available, explaining each technique and when to use it. Organised by body system and covering all anatomical regions, Armstrong, Wastie and Rockall: explain how to interpret images provide guidelines for interpreting images discuss common diseases and the signs that can be seen using each imaging modality illustrate clinical problems with normal and abnormal images assist diagnosis by covering normal images as well as those for specific disorders show all imaging modalities used in a clinical context The authors cover use of plain film, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, radionuclide imaging and interventional radiology, with high quality illustrations and images. What’s new for the 6th edition? Additional new sections and expanded sections, following reviewer feedback Updated throughout to ensure recommendations and illustrations reflect modern ultrasound CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine (including PET) practice Key points and bullet points to aid learning
Sculptor and Master Modeller, Pete Armstrong, shares the skills and techniques that have made him one of the great figure modellers working today. In this classic Masterclass series book, his practical and detailed text describes construction methods, super-detailing, conversion work and finishing techniques used on a series of modelling projects from the ancient and medieval world. Crammed with models of Anglo-Saxons, Romans, mounted knights, knights Templar, castles, kings, bowmen, billmen and monks! All backed up by 250 colour photographs and drawings.
