This is a book about (among other things) information and entropy, cybernetics and thermodynamics, mailing lists and talk shows, the electronic Ummah and chaos theory, web rings and web logs, mobile robots, cellular automata and the New Economy, open-source programming and reality TV, masses and multitudes, communication management and information warfare, networked political movements, open architecture, image flows and the interplay of affects and meanings in the constitution of the common.
It is a book, that is, about a cultural formation, a network culture, that seems to be characterized by an unprecedented abundance of informational output and by an acceleration of informational dynamics.
Now middle school and high school students have an encyclopedia that gives them all the facts and details on every state in the U.S., including the District of Columbia and U.S. dependencies. Alphabetically arranged entries feature consistent subheadings for each state so students can quickly find comparative information. An index of people, places and subjects makes searches easy, and sources for further study provides students with the next step to learn more.
Here are some of the student-friendly features you'll find: * 40 consistent subheads divide each essay to make information easy to find and encourage comparisons between states * A map of the U.S. and state flags on color end sheets * 50 maps within text * Approximately 250 photos depict the state and the people * Illustrations of flags and seals accompany entries * Glossary makes difficult or unusual terms understandable * A table listing all past governors of the state * 1998 election information * Updates to economic and population information * Web sites included in the bibliographies
The medical literature contains volumes of information on disorders of the tendons and nerves - so much so that finding the exact information you need can be intimidating and laborious. Specifically focusing on problems affecting the hand, Tendon, Nerve and Other Disorders winnows the data down into a manageable volume. Divided into sections that cover tendons, nerves and paralysis, pediatrics, inflammatory diseases, and other conditions, the book covers repair of the peripheral nerves and brachial plexus as well as paralytic disorders of the upper limb. The editors highlight the multidisciplinary nature of management for tendinous or nervous lesions, soma pathologic disorders of the upper extremity, and rheumatoid arthritis.
In this highly acclaimed revision, grammatical descriptions and teaching suggestions are organized into sections dealing with Form, Meaning, and Use. THE GRAMMAR BOOK helps teachers and future teachers grasp the linguistic system and details of English grammar, providing more information on how structures are used at the discourse level.
Instant Notes in Neuroscience (Instant Notes) Instant Notes titles focus on core information and are designed to help undergraduate students come to grips with a subject quickly and easily.Instant Notes in Neuroscience provides concise yet comprehensive coverage of neuroscience at an undergraduate level, offering easy access to the core information in the field. The book covers all the important areas of neuroscience in a format which is ideal for learning and brushing up.