Robert Thomas Books

A fresh and modern take on one of the most classic poetic forms in the Western literary tradition. “What if creatures in other galaxies / have a vague sense that something is missing, / but don’t know it’s Little Richard, Shakespeare, / and cornbread with plum jam?” In this collection, Robert Thomas presents eighty nontraditional sonnets that explore love and jealousy—the traditional obsessions of sonnets—from nontraditional angles. Other galaxies are jealous of Earth in these heartbreaking, funny, ecstatic, profound, and never boring poems. 

Atelier 5 has been operating for more than 40 years and is one of Switzerland's most important architectural offices. Their housing estates and urban projects have gained recognition for the team throughout the world and they count amongst the most significant examples of post-war residential structures. A characteristic of their architecture is that it does not succumb to passing trends but continually seeks to create new prototypes. In their designs, they explore the relationship between form and function, ensuring that social needs and the needs of the occupants are given primary consideration. This Studio Paperback naturally looks at their celebrated housing estates such as Halen and Hamburg Rotherbaum, but it also reviews their entire portfolio - from single family housing to public buildings.

Offering a unique perspective on Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), this guide serves as an essential tutorial for beginners. Authored by a pioneer in the field, it simplifies complex concepts and techniques, making them accessible to newcomers. The book emphasizes practical applications and provides valuable insights into ICP-MS and related Analytical Science techniques, ensuring readers gain a solid foundation in this important analytical method.

Focused on the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical QA/QC communities, this guide addresses the new USP Chapters related to metal impurities. It presents fundamental principles and practical applications of ICP-OES and ICP-MS in an accessible manner, making it suitable for novices in the industry. The reader-friendly format ensures that complex concepts are easily grasped, offering valuable insights into quality assurance practices for metal testing.

The story centers on Jason Soldiers, an orphan who ascends to a prominent position within a major Mafia Family. Driven by a desire for wealth and significance, he is determined to overcome any obstacles in his path. As he rises in power, Jason transforms into one of the most feared and respected figures on the streets, navigating a world where danger and ambition intertwine. His relentless pursuit of success shapes his identity and ultimately leads him to the pinnacle of his ambitions.

Focusing on sustainable and equitable urban planning, this resource offers a contemporary perspective on planning challenges. It emphasizes practical solutions and is written in accessible language, making it suitable for students, city planners, and anyone interested in modern urban development issues.

Focusing on the practical workings of immigration judicial reviews, this book delves into the complexities of a system that has long been a significant part of judicial review cases. It presents empirical research on who initiates challenges, the nature of the decisions contested, and the judicial process involved. By investigating case settlements and the interplay with other legal remedies, it provides insights into the quality of claims and initial decisions. The narrative incorporates perspectives from judges, representatives, and claimants, enriching the understanding of the immigration judicial review landscape.

BAD BOSS is a zany, fictional satire written as a first person business diary of Sherman Flunknerd, as he journals his first days and weeks on his new job as a chemical plant manager. Sherman is a bad boss...no, a horrible boss...who actually believes he is a good boss, while thinking the rest of the bosses of the world are terrible. The story is full of humor, sarcasm, and jokes as we delve into the thinking and crazy perspectives of this character. Sherman faces a critical (and funny) crisis which impacts his ability to do his job effectively, and the solution he attempts is equally funny. BAD BOSS is a fun read, and includes a number of hilarious cartoons to add to the enjoyment.

'Public Law' is an introductory textbook that offers a mixture of black letter law and political analysis to give students an excellent grounding in the subject. It covers all of the key topics on undergraduate courses and includes a number of pedagogical features to aid understanding.