World Encyclopedia of Police Forces and Correctional Systems
This fully updated version of the original 1989 edition of the World Encyclopedia of Police Forces and Correctional Systems describes the national law enforcement and correctional systems of more than 195 countries across the globe. Under the editorial direction of authorities from the World Future Society, National Criminal Justice Reference Service and eight universities, including the universities of Illinois and South Carolina, the Encyclopedia provides both statistical and analytical information. Following a consistent, user-friendly format, each country overview explores topics such as the history, organization, administrative structure, chains of command, modes of operation, technology and firearms of each area.
Entries are accompanied by historical and thematic essays that provide context as well as ideas for further study. The 215 A-to-Z articles are enlivened with more than 200 visuals, including maps, tables, charts and graphs that offer concrete illustrations of concepts and more than 100 photographs that clarify and illuminate the text. Other features of this two-volume set include useful reference tools such as a bibliography and a subject index.
Can you remember names, faces,lists, numbers, speeches, dates, examination data ?
Speed Memory is a comprehensive memory training course based on recent research. As you work through the book, you graduate from simple methods to highly advanced systems - increasing your memory power all the time.
These techniques to improve your memory form the basis of the new BBC television programme Use Your Head, devised and presented by the author.
Understanding Electric Power Systems
The Enron scandal notwithstanding, it is important
for professionals in the electric power industry and related positions
gain a solid understanding of electric power systems and how they work.
Written by two veteran power company managers and respected experts,
this is a real-world view of electric power systems, how they operate,
how the organizations are structured, and how electricity is regulated
and priced.
A comprehensive overview of the electric power industry from the inside
Covers
electric power system components, electricity consumption, generation,
transmission, distribution, electric utility operation, electric system
control, power system reliability, government regulation, utility rate
making, and financial considerations.
Includes an extensive glossary of key terms used in the U.S. and also definitions for terms used worldwide
Encyclopedia of Modern U.S. Military Weapons by Timothy M. Laur, LT, Walter J. Boyne (Editor), Steven L. Llanso A look at the weapons, vehicles, equipment, and systems of the United States military, both past and present. The authors provide a sharp historical perspective on each weapon and offer information on future warfare systems.
The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit(Author), LawrenceM. Elson ( Author) 2 издание.
Для детей старшего возраста, студентов – медиков и юристов, интересующихся, в общем-то, касается всех нас. Bestseller.
For over 23 years, The Anatomy Coloring Book has been the leading human anatomy coloring book, offering concisely written text and precise, extraordinary hand-drawn figures. Organized according to body systems, each of the 170 plates featured in this book includes an ingenious color-key system anatomical terminology is linked to detail illustration of the structures of the body.