The building of a university campus is an extremely challenging you an extensive study of a variety of styles of universities from around the world. This excellent reference portrays expert architects and their work in designing outstanding educational establishments. - Full of impressive colour and black and white images - Features the most influential architects of this century - The range of styles and philosophies covered in this book will prove an indispensable reference in assisting you with planning and designing architecture of the learning environment.
The law is a symbolic construction and therefore rests on a variety of undertakings. What gives law its meaning is, for some, ideology, and for others, the welfare of the majority. However, what is manifest is a conception of the law as a material structure that carries symbols of everyday life. The analyses that are made in the law and semiotics movements show that the law's symbolism cannot be understood by reference only to itself, a strictly 'legal' meaning. It is a symbol that conveys life, a symbol that in itself is contaminated with life, politics, morality and so on.
This beautiful St Michael book now in paperback is an invaluable addition to your library It explains all you need to know about growing plants indoors, from foliage, flowering and climbing varieties to bromeliads, bulbs and cacti. Over 100 of the most popular houseplants are featured in the easy reference, illustrated A to Z section. Full details are given on the care, siting and propagation of each plant.
For nearly a century and a half Whitaker’s Almanack has been the comprehensive reference resource for anyone interested in current events and general knowledge. The Almanack also contains a comprehensive overview of every aspect of UK infrastructure and is an excellent introduction to world politics. The new 2011 edition features new color maps, comparative charts and diagrams and will feature complete coverage of the 2010 UK general election. This comprehensive compendium of information is the most authoritative research reference book on Great Britain on the market.
A Writer’s Reference is the most widely adopted college handbook ever published. The new edition is available in a classic version that provides more help with academic writing, serves a wider range of multilingual students, and lends more support for college research — all in an easy-to-use quick-reference format. Now for all the ways you teach your course, you can choose the classic version or choose from among 4 additional versions with varied content.
