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The complete Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Recharged story contained in this single, highly collectible hardcover!The ancient past, villainous revelations, and an all-too-familiar evil await the teenagers with attitude as the final fate of a friend hangs in the balance, all while Rita Repulsa — now styling herself as Mistress Vile — prepares a special offering for Dark Specter. Can the Morphin Grid withstand the seemingly unstoppable onslaught from the Rangers’ oldest enemy and her new allies? Between a plan that just might provide a fighting chance for our heroes, Lord Zedd gaining unexpected new powers, and the shocking reveal of The Vessel’s true identity, this new era of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers reaches a critical point that fans shouldn’t dare miss out on! Ushering in a new era of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, fan favorite writer Melissa Flores (The Dead Lucky) is joined by an incredible lineup of artists including Simona Di Gianfelice, Kath Lobo, and Marco Renna, in this prestige, deluxe hardcover collection of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Recharged saga in its entirety for the first time, along with a brand new short story! Collects Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #101-110, Power Rangers Unlimited: The Coinless #1, Power Rangers Unlimited: HyperForce #1. Σελίδες: 424, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0605, Διαστάσεις: 18.4x18.4cm

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Knowledge Management in Organizations is the most comprehensive and critical textbook on the subject. Encompassing a number of perspectives - including organizational behaviour, HRM, systems, and sociocultural factors - the text introduces the concept of knowledge before examining how it can be effectively managed within the organizations in which we work. The international author team ensure the broad theoretical coverage is brought to life with practical illustrations and case studies exploring topics such as knowledge sharing via social media, knowledge transfer in different cultural contexts, and the interaction of leadership, culture, and knowledge management in Australian SMEs. Examples are diverse, international, and highly relevant to each chapter, showcasing the significance of knowledge management in all types of organizational settings. \'Time to Reflect\' boxes, review and discussion questions, and a question or activity to accompany every illustration and case study ensure students are challenged to engage with the subject critically and reflectively. Despite the critical approach and depth of coverage, the text remains accessible through its widely praised writing style, coherent structure, in-chapter definition boxes, and manageable size. This book is accompanied by a selection of online resources: For students: Extra online cases Web links to additional resources and relevant websites Extension questions For lecturers: Suggested exam questions Suggested essay/coursework questions Suggestions for classroom activities Figures and tables from the book Σελίδες: 344, Διαστάσεις: 19x19cm

The stunning graphic novels that inspired the movie Snowpiercer, directed by Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho, starring Chris Evans, and TNT/Netflix TV Series, starring Jennifer Connelly - collected together in a deluxe box-set in English for the very first time! On a future, frozen Earth, a train that never stops circumnavigates the globe. On board: all of humanity that we could save from the great disaster that wrapped the planet in ice. At the front of the train, the survivors live in comfort and luxury - at the rear, their lives are worse than cattle, trapped in the squalid dark. When one of the occupants of the tail breaks through into the main train - all hell follows in his wake! Includes 3 unique, collectable art cards! Collects the 3 original Snowpiercer graphic novels: The Escape, The Explorers, and Terminus.

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For courses in Optics A Contemporary Approach to Optics with Practical Applications and New Focused Pedagogy Hecht Optics balances theory and instrumentation and provides students with the necessary classical background through a lively and clear narrative. Optics, 5th Edition is distinguished by three core imperatives: up-to-date content in line with the ever-evolving technological advances in the Optics field; a modern approach to discourse including studies on photons, phasors, and theory; and improvements and revisions to the previous edition’s pedagogy including over one hundred new worked examples. Sustaining market leadership for over twenty years, Optics, 5th Edition continues to demonstrate range and balance in subject matter. The text is grounded in traditional methodology, while providing an early introduction to the powerful perspective of the Fourier theory, which is crucial to present-day analysis. Electron and neutron diffraction patterns are pictured alongside the customary photon images, and every piece of art has been scrutinised for accuracy and altered where appropriate to improve clarity. Σελίδες: 728, Διαστάσεις: 21.9x21.9cm

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A practical, step-by-step core research text that balances coverage of qualitative, quantitative and combined methods Educational Research: Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Quantitative and Qualitative Research offers a truly balanced, inclusive, and integrated overview of the processes involved in educational research. This text first examines the general steps in the research process and then details the procedures for conducting specific types of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods studies. Direct guidance on reading research is offered throughout the text, and features provide opportunities for practice. Throughout the 6th Edition, examples are now drawn from a broad range of fields, including program evaluation, multicultural research, counseling, school psychology, and learning and cognition. In addition, enhanced coverage incorporates the latest technology-based strategies and online tools, and more information about single-subject research methods. Σελίδες: 712, Διαστάσεις: 20.3x20.3cm

From the book’s signature “toolkit” approach to the new chapter on the Environment and Sustainability to the accompanying videos and interactive learning tools, all aspects of Ken Guest’s Essentials of Cultural Anthropology work together to inspire students to use the tools of anthropology to see the world in a new way and to come to class prepared to have richer, more meaningful discussions about the big issues of our time. Are there more than two genders? How do white people experience race? What defines a family? Is there such a thing as a “natural” disaster? What causes some people to be wealthy while others live in poverty? Σελίδες: 576, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0221, Διαστάσεις: 18x18cm

Helen Duffy\'s analysis of international law and practice in relation to terrorism and counter-terrorism provides a framework for analysing the lawfulness of the many legislative, policy and judicial developments which have proliferated since 9/11. Among the many specific issues she addresses are targeted killings and the death of Osama bin Laden, detentions (including Guantanamo Bay), sanctions regimes, surveillance, extraordinary renditions, the prohibition on \'association\' or \'support\' for terrorism and the evolving preventive role of criminal law. She also considers the unfolding responses to political and judicial wrongs committed in the war on terror, such as the impact of the courts on human rights protection. While exploring areas of controversy, uncertainty and flux, she questions post-9/11 allegations of gaping holes, inadequacies or transformation in the international legal order and concludes by highlighting characteristics of the \'war on terror\' and questioning its longer term implications. Σελίδες: 1070

In the second, revised edition of a well-established textbook, the author strikes a balance between quantitative rigor and intuitive understanding, using a lively, informal style. The first chapter provides a detailed historical introduction to the subject, while subsequent chapters offer a quantitative presentation of the Standard Model. A simplified introduction to the Feynman rules, based on a \"toy\" model, helps readers learn the calculational techniques without the complications of spin. It is followed by accessible treatments of quantum electrodynamics, the strong and weak interactions, and gauge theories. New chapters address neutrino oscillations and prospects for physics beyond the Standard Model. The book contains a number of worked examples and many end-of-chapter problems. A complete solution manual is available for instructors. Σελίδες: 470, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0820, Διαστάσεις: 16.8x16.8cm

The fourth edition of this widely used textbook on pricing and hedging of financial derivatives now also includes dynamic equilibrium theory and continues to combine sound mathematical principles with economic applications. Concentrating on the probabilistic theory of continuous time arbitrage pricing of financial derivatives, including stochastic optimal control theory and optimal stopping theory, Arbitrage Theory in Continuous Time is designed for graduate students in economics and mathematics, and combines the necessary mathematical background with a solid economic focus. It includes a solved example for every new technique presented, contains numerous exercises, and suggests further reading in each chapter. All concepts and ideas are discussed, not only from a mathematics point of view, but with lots of intuitive economic arguments. In the substantially extended fourth edition Tomas Björk has added completely new chapters on incomplete markets, treating such topics as the Esscher transform, the minimal martingale measure, f-divergences, optimal investment theory for incomplete markets, and good deal bounds. This edition includes an entirely new section presenting dynamic equilibrium theory, covering unit net supply endowments models and the Cox-Ingersoll-Ross equilibrium factor model. Providing two full treatments of arbitrage theory-the classical delta hedging approach and the modern martingale approach-this book is written so that these approaches can be studied independently of each other, thus providing the less mathematically-oriented reader with a self-contained introduction to arbitrage theory and equilibrium theory, while at the same time allowing the more advanced student to see the full theory in action. This textbook is a natural choice for graduate students and advanced undergraduates studying finance and an invaluable introduction to mathematical finance for mathematicians and professionals in the market. Σελίδες: 592, Διαστάσεις: 16.2x16.2cm

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Enter the realm. Unleash the darkness. Live the legend.Discover the worldwide phenomenon of the #1 New York Times-bestselling Throne of Glass series in this gorgeous 8-book box set!In a land without magic, an assassin is summoned to the castle. She has no love for the vicious king who rules from his throne of glass, but she has not come to kill him. She has come to win her freedom. If she defeats twenty-three murderers, thieves, and warriors in a competition, she will be released from prison to serve as the King’s Champion.Her name is Celaena Sardothien.As dark forces gather on the horizon – forces which threaten to destroy her entire world – Celaena must fight to protect everything she holds dear, thrusting her into the epic, heart-stopping fantasy series that turned #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas into a worldwide phenomenon.Fans new and old will dive into this gorgeous paperback box set that contains the entire series: The Assassin’s Blade, Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Queen of Shadows, Empire of Storms, Tower of Dawn and the thrilling finale, Kingdom of Ash. Σελίδες: 1, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1003, Διαστάσεις: 31x31cm

For introductory courses in hospitality. Introduction to Hospitality is a lively, comprehensive survey of the world\'s largest industry - hospitality. Students explore the vibrant inner workings of each hospitality segment, including hospitality and lodging; beverages, restaurants, and managed services; tourism, recreation, attractions, clubs, and gaming; assemblies, events, and attractions; and managerial areas of the hospitality industry. The 8th Edition highlights a range of issues shaping the future of each segment of the hospitality industry. Σελίδες: 432, Διαστάσεις: 21x21cm

Build essential foundations around the derivatives market for your future career in finance with the definitive guide on the subject. Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives, Global Edition, 11th edition by John Hull, is the industry-leading, gold standard text for business and economics professionals. Ideal for students studying Business, Economics, and Financial Engineering and Mathematics, this edition gives you a modern look at the derivatives market by incorporating the industry\'s hottest topics, such as securitisation and credit crisis, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Written with the knowledge of how Maths can be a key challenge for this course, the text adopts a simple language that makes learning approachable, providing a clear explanation of ideas throughout the text. The latest edition covers the most recent regulations and trends, including the Black-Scholes-Merton formulas, overnight indexed swaps, and the valuation of commodity derivatives. Key features include: Tables, charts, examples, and market data discussions, reflecting current market conditions.A delicate balance between theory and practice with the use of mathematics, adding numerical examples for added clarity.Useful practice-focused resources to help students overcome learning obstacles.End-of-chapter problems reflecting contemporary key ideas to support your understanding of the topics based on the new reference rates. Whether you need an introductory guide to derivatives to support your existing knowledge in algebra and probability distributions, or useful study content to advance your understanding of stochastic processes, this must-have textbook will support your learning and understanding from theory to practice. Σελίδες: 880, Διαστάσεις: 20x20cm

Influence: Science and Practiceis an examination of the psychology of compliance (i.e. uncovering which factors cause a person to say \"yes\" to another\'s request). Written in a narrative style combined with scholarly research, Cialdini combines evidence from experimental work with the techniques and strategies he gathered while working as a salesperson, fundraiser, advertiser, and in other positions inside organizations that commonly use compliance tactics to get us to say \"yes.\" Widely used in classes, as well as sold to people operating successfully in the business world, the eagerly awaited revision of Influence reminds the reader of the power of persuasion. Cialdini organizes compliance techniques into six categories based on psychological principles that direct human behavior: reciprocation, consistency, social proof, liking, authority, and scarcity. Σελίδες: 272, Διαστάσεις: 22.1x22.1cm

In this versatile and engaging textbook the authors integrate diverse, global examples with coverage of all key topics to produce the most practical and multi-perspective international business environment textbook. Case studies on Google, Oxfam, and Netflix, as well as coverage of the latest developments in globalization, Trump\'s presidency, and emerging markets showcase the realities of business today and ensure students have the grounding they need to effectively explore and analyse the issues facing organizations globally. Students are supported in their learning with chapter summaries, diagrams, and a comprehensive glossary, but also challenged by counterpoint boxes, learning tasks, and review questions in every chapter, encouraging critical thinking and research skills. Even with its comprehensive breadth of coverage, The International Business Environment remains concise and accessible through use of the PESTLE framework to steer its analysis. Now in its fourth edition, this book is the ideal companion to any international business environment course. This book is accompanied by a range of supporting online resources: For students: Multiple-choice questions A glossary Library of video links Web exercises Web links Additional economic resources For lecturers PowerPoint slides Answers to review questions Answers to case study questions Extended case studies Figures and tables from the book Σελίδες: 488, Διαστάσεις: 18.9x18.9cm

What is strategic HRM, and how do you apply it in business? What makes good HR strategy and how do you develop it? What are the key issues that need to be considered when creating, developing, and embedding a strategic approach to managing people? These are the fundamental questions asked by HR professionals and tackled in this innovative and comprehensive textbook. Drawing on the latest academic research, the well-respected author team take a reliably thematic approach to SHRM. Broken into four distinct parts, the book addresses the context, theories, themes, and future of managing people strategically. Tata Motors, Samsung, Pizza Express, and Deliveroo make up some of the case studies and examples that feature across the book, ensuring that theoretical discussion is always linked to practical application. New \'Strategic HRM in Action\' boxes take this one step further by presenting students with a scenario in which they themselves can make strategic decisions and reflect on their own evaluation of real-life business practices. Critical thinking is essential in SHRM, so frequent Critical Reflection boxes, Review Questions, and questions or activities to accompany every case study ensure students are challenged to engage with the subject critically and reflectively, and consider their own evaluations of the essential theories and the strategic practices adopted by different organizations. Global case studies and an opening chapter dedicated to the global context of SHRM challenge the dominant Western perspective and provide a rounded and adaptable view of SHRM. A user-friendly structure and wide range of learning features, including learning objectives, key concept boxes, and summaries, ensure the text remains accessible, even for those completely new to SHRM, allowing all students to benefit from the book\'s ideal balance between the latest academic theory and contemporary, real-world practice. The book is accompanied by a selection of online resources: For students: Glossary Web links For registered lecturers: Additional case studies PowerPoint slides Seminar activities Suggested case study answers Figures from the book Σελίδες: 416, Διαστάσεις: 19x19cm

As the most critical yet accessible introduction to organizational behaviour and work, this book will help you understand the complexities of organizational life and evaluate modern business practices. Classic organizational behaviour topics such as team-working, motivation, and change are complemented by core critical approaches such as power and control, organizational misbehaviour, and health and well-being through a clear three-part structure. Students are encouraged to look beyond a descriptive approach and truly engage with the content. Examples and \'Stop and Think\' boxes placed throughout chapters, as well as end-of-chapter case studies with accompanying questions, provide the opportunity for this engagement and show how each chapter\'s theoretical coverage applies in real-life business situations. Suggestions of films and novels which relate to the chapter topic provide further opportunities to see organizational behaviour in context and demonstrate just how prevalent its principles are in everyday life. The accessible style assumes no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, and the full range of themes and topics explored provides a rich picture of the realities of organizational behaviour and work. This book is accompanied by a selection of online resources, including: For students: Glossary Web links Critical thinking exercises For lecturers: PowerPoint slides Questions for research and discussion Additional case studies Group exercises Σελίδες: 456, Διαστάσεις: 19x19cm