Odd Hours of A Physician
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Symptomatology
Symptomatology is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1784. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Reprints of Papers upon Gynecological Subjects
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Observations on the Nature, Causes, and Cure
Observations on the Nature, Causes, and Cure - of those disorders which have been commonly called nervous, hypochondriac, or hysteric is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1765. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Nimrod In The North
Nimrod In The North - or, Hunting and fishing adventures in the Arctic Regions is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1885. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
More About the Black Bass
More About the Black Bass is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1889. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Cases in Surgery
Cases in Surgery - with remarks - Part the first is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1770. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Uterine Diseases and Displacements
Uterine Diseases and Displacements - A practical treatise on the various diseases, malpositions, and structural derangements of the uterus and its appendages is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1881. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Amphibians And Reptiles Of Michoac獺n, M矇xico
The Amphibians And Reptiles Of Michoac獺n, M矇xico This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
The Child's Book Of The Seasons
NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS The Child's Book Of The Seasons This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
Bite
From three-inch fang blennies to thirty-foot prehistoric crocodiles, from gaboon vipers to Neanderthals, Bite is a fascinating journey through the natural, scientific, and cultural history of something right in front of--or in--our faces: teeth. In Bite, zoologist Bill Schutt makes a surprising case: it is teeth that are responsible for the long-term success of vertebrates. The appearance of teeth, roughly half a billion years ago, was an adaptation that allowed animals with backbones, such as fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, dinosaurs and mammals--including us--to chow down in pretty much every conceivable environment. And it's not just food. Tusks and fangs have played crucial roles as defensive weapons--glimpsing the upper canines of snarling dogs is all it takes to know that teeth are an efficient means of aggression. Vampire bats use their razor-sharp teeth to obtain a widespread but generally untappable resource: blood. Early humans employed their teeth as tools to soften tough fibers and animal hides. Our teeth project information and social status--the ancient Etruscans were the first to wear tooth bling, and it's doubtful that George Washington would have been elected president without the false teeth he wore. So much of what we know about life on this planet has come from the study of fossilized teeth, which have provided information not only about evolution but also about famine, war, and disease. In his signature witty style, the author of Pump and Cannibalism shows us how our continued understanding of teeth may help us humans through current and future crises, from Alzheimer's disease to mental health issues. Bite is popular science at its best and will appeal to readers of Mary Roach, Merlin Sheldrake, and Ed Yong.
Sloth
A richly illustrated cultural and natural history of the lethargic animal--from prehistoric ancestry to modern-day memes. Sloths are perhaps the most recognized and loved Central and South American animals, but they are not well understood. This book offers a colorful and wide-ranging biological and cultural history of these fascinating mammals. Alan Rauch explores how today's lethargic sloths evolved from gigantic prehistoric ancestors and earned their deadly, sinful names. In praise of both these beautiful creatures and their status as icons of a stress-free life, this book shows just how fascinating, engaging, and (more often than not) inspiring these animals can be.
Lake, River, Mountain
In Lake, River, Mountain, Mark B. Hamilton follows the Lewis and Clark route on a physical journey paddling a kayak westward on the Missouri River, across the Great Plains. Immersed in a natural world, the environment is ever-present. The weather, the water, the habitats and fauna, and the lands of Native Americans all merge to conjoin or confront, as they in turn influence beliefs, emotions, and hopes for the future. Hamilton crafts poems both intimate and sweeping, with time and history merging into a confluence of friendship, family, and finding one's place in the world.
Grey Goo
"Dim Goo: The Nano-Upset Danger" is an interesting investigation of the expected risks and moral difficulties related with the quickly propelling area of nanotechnology. This book digs into the convergence of science, innovation, and morals, as it inspects the idea of "dark goo" - a speculative situation where self-repeating nanobots consume matter, prompting accidental and horrendous outcomes. The book starts by acquainting perusers with the interesting universe of nanotechnology, featuring its unbelievable potential to alter different businesses, from medication to materials science. Nanotechnology includes controlling and designing matter at the nanoscale, where materials show extraordinary properties and ways of behaving. It guarantees forward leaps in fields like medical services, energy, and processing, opening up conceivable outcomes that were once restricted to the domain of sci-fi. Be that as it may, as the story unfurls, the book changes into a useful example, zeroing in on the more obscure side of nanotechnology. The idea of "dim goo" arises as a possible danger to mankind, wherein self-reproducing nanobots, at first intended for gainful purposes, glitch or become wild. These rebel nanobots could unquenchably consume all matter in their way, at last prompting the annihilation of the climate and possibly all life on The planet. "Dim Goo: The Nano-Upset Danger" dives into the science behind this speculative situation, making sense of the systems and conditions that could prompt such a horrendous occasion. It analyzes the moral and administrative difficulties presented by the turn of events and sending of self-recreating nanobots, accentuating the requirement for mindful and moral innovative work in the area of nanotechnology. All through the book, perusers are presented to a rich embroidery of points of view, as driving specialists in the field, ethicists, and policymakers share their experiences on the expected dangers and advantages of nanotechnology. The book underlines the significance of hearty wellbeing measures, worldwide collaboration, and moral contemplations to guarantee that the advantages of nanotechnology are tackled while limiting likely dangers. The story likewise investigates the interaction between sci-fi and logical reality, as it follows the development of the "dark goo" idea from speculative fiction to a subject of serious logical conversation. The book features the significance of interdisciplinary joint effort and the job of sci-fi as a device for starting public talk on the moral and existential ramifications of mechanical progressions. "Dim Goo: The Nano-Insurgency Danger" eventually provokes perusers to consider the significant moral and existential inquiries raised by the outstanding development of nanotechnology. It fills in as a source of inspiration for researchers, policymakers, and the general population to participate in a basic exchange about the capable turn of events and sending of nanotechnology, with the overall objective of guaranteeing a protected and supportable future for humankind. This book is a must-peruse for those keen on the state of the art improvements in nanotechnology, the moral contemplations of arising innovations, and the continuous journey to adjust development and obligation in our steadily impacting world.
Spin
Everywhere, things spin--wheels turn, motors hum, tornadoes roar. This book explains the history and basic physics of spinning objects, from yo-yos, drills, propellers, and washing machines, to ballet dancers, dust devils, and bacteria. The book gives instructive, entertaining accounts of everyday sights: Does a curve ball really curve? Why do figure skaters tuck in their arms? Can you make a disposable pen fly? How does a falling cat always land on its feet? Answers to these questions (and many others) tell the amazing story of things that spin.
The Certification of Insanity
This book represents the first systematic study of the certification of lunacy in the British Empire. Considering a variety of legal, archival, and published sources, it traces the origins and dissemination of a peculiar method for determining mental unsoundness defined as the 'Victorian system'. Shaped by the dynamics surrounding the clandestine committal of wealthy Londoners in private madhouses, this system featured three distinctive tenets: standardized forms, independent medical examinations, and written facts of insanity. Despite their complexity, Victorian certificates achieved a remarkable success. Not only did they survive in the UK for more than a century, but they also served as a model for the development of mental health laws around the world. By the start of the Second World War, more than seventy colonial and non-colonial jurisdictions adopted the Victorian formula for making lunacy official with some countries still relying on it to this very day. Using case studies from Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific, this book charts the temporal and geographical trajectory of an imperial technology used to determine a person's destiny. Shifting the focus from metropolitan policies to colonial dynamics, and from macro developments to micro histories, it explores the perspectives of families, doctors, and public officials as they began to deal with the delicate business of certification. This book will be of interest to scholars working on mental health policy, the history of medicine, disability studies, and the British Empire.
Shy Sam The Wolfdog
Sam is no ordinary wolf-dog, and Peter and Joan, the family that gave him a home, are no ordinary pet owners. Unforgettable is the devotion that the couple and their dogs share. Enjoy the heartwarming adventure of how Shy Sam found his family pack. Shy Sam was fortunate that he crossed paths with Joan, a dedicated volunteer who had served at the Shy Wolf Rescue. Joan learned to assess the needs and unpredictability of wolfdogs. The animals who already lived at her home, two irascible German Shepards, taught Sam how to be a dog, and Shy Sam showed the Germans the wolf behaviors he would need to survive in the wild. In this story of love, persistence and devotion, we remember the many wolf-dogs that are not as fortunate as Shy Sam. There are more than fifty sanctuaries that accept wolfdogs, and 250,000 to 500,000 wolfdogs living as pets. Read about their unique behaviors and requirements, as well as the story of their breeding background.Find us at TinyDogBooks.com for more educational books about interesting animals and the families that share their lives. Read our full length series, The Clockwork Adventures, as fourteen year-old Phillip and his TinyDog sidekick Pebby time travel to a Victorian clockwork town and battle an automaton army!Find books, merch, and more at: etsy.com/shop/TinyDogBooks
The Scientific Revolution
The Ancient World: Early Observations and Natural PhilosophyIn the vast realm of intellectual history, one cannot overlook the contributions of the ancient world in shaping our understanding of the natural world. This subchapter delves into the early observations and natural philosophy of ancient civilizations, shedding light on the seeds of scientific thought that would eventually blossom into the Scientific Revolution.The ancient world was a landscape of remarkable civilizations - from the Egyptians and Mesopotamians to the Greeks and Romans. These cultures, though separated by time and geography, shared a common curiosity about the natural world and sought to unravel its mysteries.The Egyptians, known for their advanced understanding of astronomy, observed the celestial bodies and developed the first solar calendars. Their fascination with the stars allowed them to predict the annual flooding of the Nile, an event crucial to their agricultural practices. This early form of empirical observation laid the foundation for future scientific endeavors.Similarly, the Mesopotamians, with their advanced mathematical knowledge, made significant contributions to the study of astronomy. They created intricate star catalogs and were the first to identify planetary movements. By meticulously recording celestial events, they established the basis for the study of celestial mechanics.However, it was the ancient Greeks who made extraordinary strides in natural philosophy. The philosophers of ancient Greece, including Thales, Pythagoras, and Aristotle, sought to explain the natural world through reason and observation. Thales, often referred to as the father of Western philosophy, theorized that water was the fundamental substance from which all things derived, while Pythagoras introduced the concept of mathematical relationships in explaining natural phenomena.Aristotle, perhaps the most influential of the ancient philosophers, developed a systematic approach to scientific inquiry. He classified and categorized various natural phenomena, laying the groundwork for the scientific method. Aristotle's writings on physics, biology, and astronomy influenced generations of scholars, leaving an indelible mark on scientific thought.The ancient world's early observations and natural philosophy set the stage for the Scientific Revolution centuries later. Their empirical approach to understanding the natural world, coupled with their philosophical inquiries, laid the foundation for the systematic study and experimentation that would come to define modern science.As students of intellectual history, it is essential to recognize and appreciate the remarkable contributions of these ancient civilizations. By understanding their early observations and natural philosophy, we gain a deeper understanding of the origins of scientific thought and the progression of human knowledge.
The Surgery, Surgical Pathology and Surgical Anatomy
The Surgery, Surgical Pathology and Surgical Anatomy - of the Female Pelvic Organs is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1880. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
A Treatise on Uterine Displacements
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A Practical Treatise on Surgical Diagnosis
A Practical Treatise on Surgical Diagnosis - Designed as a manual for practitioners and students in medicine is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Practical Home Doctor for Women and Children
The Practical Home Doctor for Women and Children - to which is added a valuable appendix, containing a list of medicinal herbs and their value is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1882. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Manual of the Diseases of Women
Manual of the Diseases of Women - Being a concise and systematic exposition of the theory and practice of gynaecology is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1885. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Diseases of Children
The Diseases of Children - A handbook for practitioners and students is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Weather Things in Photos
Weather Things in Photos is a collection of weather images, celebrating the variety of dynamic, colorful, inspirational, and educational sights in the sky and in the environment as a result of meteorology. From scenes of serenity, to striking lightning displays, these pictures entertain and enlighten those who are regular sky watchers, and those who are soon to become sky watchers! Regardless of your age, occupation, or where you live on Earth, this book will give you new perspectives on weather things you may have seen before, and it will show you things to look for in the future. Almost everything in the sky has a name. Learn the different cloud types. See what a circumzenith arc is. Surely, you've seen crepuscular rays?! What about mammatus clouds or hole punch clouds? Fascinating photos from Meteorologist Alan Sealls show how simple ingredients of sun, air, and water serve up a cornucopia of sights.
How Surfaces Intersect in Space: An Introduction to Topology (2nd Edition)
Reflections On The Decline Of Science In England, And On Some Of Its Causes
"Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes" is a book written by Charles Babbage, a prominent English mathematician, philosopher, and inventor. The book addresses Babbage's concerns about the state of scientific research and development in England during that time. Babbage examines the factors he believed were contributing to the decline of scientific progress in his country. He criticizes the lack of support and funding for scientific endeavors, the absence of scientific societies and institutions, and the limited opportunities for scientific education and advancement. Babbage argues that the decline in scientific pursuits has adverse consequences for society as a whole. He asserts that scientific progress is essential for national prosperity, technological advancement, and intellectual growth. Babbage emphasizes the importance of nurturing a scientific culture and providing adequate resources and infrastructure to support scientific research. Furthermore, Babbage reflects on the broader implications of the decline of science in England. He explores the impact on various fields, including industry, agriculture, and the overall well-being of the nation. Babbage expresses his concerns about England's position in the global scientific community and the potential consequences of falling behind other nations in scientific achievements.
The theory of relativity and its influence on scientific thought
The theory of relativity and its influence on scientific thought, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable volume falls within the genres of Science Physics
The Sewerage of Sea Coast Towns
The Sewerage of Sea Coast Towns, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable volume falls within the genres of Technology Environmental technology, Sanitary engineering
The Royal Institution
The Royal Institution: Its Founder and First Professors, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable volume falls within the genres of Science
Rough Ways Made Smooth
Rough Ways Made Smooth: A series of familiar essays on scientific subjects, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable volume falls within the genres of Science
A Practical Treatise on Surgical Diagnosis
A Practical Treatise on Surgical Diagnosis - Designed as a manual for practitioners and students is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1881. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Reinvention of Science, The: Slaying the Dragons of Dogma and Ignorance
Throughout the history of science, different thinkers, philosophers and scientists postulated the existence of entities that, in spite of their not being visible or detectable in their time, or perhaps ever, were nevertheless useful to explain the real world. We started this book by looking at a handful of these entities. These included phlogiston to account for fire; the luminiferous ether for propagation of radiation; the homunculus to provide for heredity; and crystalline spheres to carry the wandering planets around the earth. Many of these erroneous beliefs had held up progress, just as dragons drawn on the edges of a map discouraged exploration. This pattern of science evolution continued through the centuries up to the present day.The book evolved into a more extensive history of how science evolved through controversy, suppression, and the desire to maintain the status quo. Our story passes from the Babylonians and Greeks through the middle ages, the renaissance and the scientific revolution to almost current events. We discuss the evolution of our world, the controversy about the extinction of dinosaurs, and open questions in contemporary science such as dark matter, black holes and the origin of the Universe, including how we understand the subatomic world of elementary particles.Most of the chapters deal with astronomy, cosmology and physics, but there are brief ventures into geosciences (continental drift), biosciences (the homunculus), atmospheric physics (Heaviside layer), paleontology (the extinction of dinosaurs), and computer science (artificial intelligence). The authors present a sequence of how mistakes and fallacies have been purged from our quest to understand nature. The way these changes have come about are skillfully set in their relevant historical contexts.
Design of a Slope Matched Single Mode Highly Birefringent Dispersion Compensating Hybrid Photonic Crystal Fiber
Master's Thesis from the year 2022 in the subject Physics - Optics, grade: 3.17 out of 4.00, course: Electrical and Electronic Engineering, language: English, abstract: The main goal of this thesis is to design efficient hybrid photonic crystal fiber which can be used in sensing application and high bit rate communication with low loss. The justification of using the hybrid structure is also discussed in this research work. The key optical parameters of the proposed hybrid PCF structures are also compared with a simple hexagonal PCF structure. For high bit rate transmission through a long distance of an optical waveguide is dependent on the reduction of residual dispersion and residual dispersion slope matching with a single mode fiber. The residual dispersion slope matching and single mode performance by HOMER (Higher Order Mode Extinction Ratio) method is also evaluated in this thesis work. Recent advances in Photonic Crystal Fiber (PCF) research have had a significant impact on optical fiber communication systems. The versatile applications of PCFs in the field of telecommunication and biomedical applications are now at the pinnacle. This thesis demonstrates the best potential design for hybrid photonic crystal fibers (HyPCF-I and II) with high birefringence established on modified broadband dispersion compensatory structure through E, S, C, and L communication bands, i.e. 1360 nm to 1625 nm wavelength. Optical fibers evolved from conventional step index fibers to single material fibers with effective air cladding structures that demarcated propagation in the 1970s. Overall, systematic arranged fibers, such as photonic crystal fibers, are constituted of a cross-section (typically unvarying end to end the fiber length) microstructure of a single to multiple materials, most commonly arranged intermittently over a significant portion of the cross-section, typically as a "cladding" adjacent to a core (or several cores) where the light is confined.
Candlestick Charting Explained Workbook
On 25 January 2019 hundreds of people perished when a tailings dam at an iron ore mine in Brazil failed catastrophically.Liquified waste suffocated workers in seconds, and filled the valley below with sludge, destroying lives and livelihoodsforever. The Brumadinho tragedy captured the world's attention, and triggered the Global Tailings Review, a multistakeholder process co-convened by the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Investment, the United Nations Environment Program, and the world's largest mining companies through the International Council on Mining andMetals. The review was intended to learn lessons from past failures to prevent future disasters. This book describes the politicsof the process from the perspective of two expert panellists who supported the independent chair in drafting a new globaltailings Standard. It provides an insider account of the review, its key achievements and its numerous flaws. Hopkins and Kemp document in forensic detail how the Standard came to represent a step change, yet also falls short. The book providesunique insights into the extent to which the mining industry wielded power to serve its own self-interest. It also describeshow different stakeholders in the process sought to counter the collective power of mining companies, and how other globalevents, from COVID-19 to the destruction of ancient Aboriginal caves in the Juukan Gorge in Australia, shaped the finaloutcome. The mining industry largely got what it wanted and in doing so limit edits ability to overcome its own crisis ofcredibility.
Reinvention of Science, The: Slaying the Dragons of Dogma and Ignorance
Throughout the history of science, different thinkers, philosophers and scientists postulated the existence of entities that, in spite of their not being visible or detectable in their time, or perhaps ever, were nevertheless useful to explain the real world. We started this book by looking at a handful of these entities. These included phlogiston to account for fire; the luminiferous ether for propagation of radiation; the homunculus to provide for heredity; and crystalline spheres to carry the wandering planets around the earth. Many of these erroneous beliefs had held up progress, just as dragons drawn on the edges of a map discouraged exploration. This pattern of science evolution continued through the centuries up to the present day.The book evolved into a more extensive history of how science evolved through controversy, suppression, and the desire to maintain the status quo. Our story passes from the Babylonians and Greeks through the middle ages, the renaissance and the scientific revolution to almost current events. We discuss the evolution of our world, the controversy about the extinction of dinosaurs, and open questions in contemporary science such as dark matter, black holes and the origin of the Universe, including how we understand the subatomic world of elementary particles.Most of the chapters deal with astronomy, cosmology and physics, but there are brief ventures into geosciences (continental drift), biosciences (the homunculus), atmospheric physics (Heaviside layer), paleontology (the extinction of dinosaurs), and computer science (artificial intelligence). The authors present a sequence of how mistakes and fallacies have been purged from our quest to understand nature. The way these changes have come about are skillfully set in their relevant historical contexts.
Female Hygiene and Female Diseases
Female Hygiene and Female Diseases is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Perils of American Women
Perils of American Women - Or, A doctor's talk with maiden, wife, and mother is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1883. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Physiology of Woman
The Physiology of Woman - Embracing girlhood, maternity and mature age is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1882. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Original Thirteen Members
The Original Thirteen Members - of the Association of Medical Superintendents of American Institutions for the Insane is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1885. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Defining Agroecology
Agroecology is the science linking agricultural practices to their effects on ecosystems, and back. Pollination and biocontrol are prominent examples of the way agriculturally productive fields and pastures are linked to natural processes, and to the surrounding environment. Agroecology is linked to the name of Prof. Dr. Teja Tscharntke, in Germany, in Europe, in the world. When he retired, his colleagues and (former) PhD researchers produced this Festschrift. It discusses examples of Prof. Tscharntke's own scientific legacy, work inspired by him and his work, and outlooks to what is yet to come in this field. While primarily a celebration of an extremely successful and influential career, this volume also is an interesting read of what is currently discussed in the field of agroecology and adjacent disciplines.
Diagnosis of Ovarian Cysts
Diagnosis of Ovarian Cysts - by means of the examination of their contents is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1882. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Treatment of Uterine Displacements
The Treatment of Uterine Displacements - Including prolapsus, anteversion, retroversion, anteflexion, and retroflexion is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Orthopaedia
Orthopaedia - or, A practical treatise on the aberrations of the human form is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Defining Agroecology
Agroecology is the science linking agricultural practices to their effects on ecosystems, and back. Pollination and biocontrol are prominent examples of the way agriculturally productive fields and pastures are linked to natural processes, and to the surrounding environment. Agroecology is linked to the name of Prof. Dr. Teja Tscharntke, in Germany, in Europe, in the world. When he retired, his colleagues and (former) PhD researchers produced this Festschrift. It discusses examples of Prof. Tscharntke's own scientific legacy, work inspired by him and his work, and outlooks to what is yet to come in this field. While primarily a celebration of an extremely successful and influential career, this volume also is an interesting read of what is currently discussed in the field of agroecology and adjacent disciplines.
Climate Change Simplified
Our current path leads to a dead end - but it's not too late to change course. The first step toward reducing your carbon footprint starts here.There's an old Cree proverb: "Only when the last tree has been cut down, the last fish been caught, and the last stream poisoned, will we realize we cannot eat money."This simple yet sobering truth holds a mirror to our society's unsustainable trajectory. A trajectory that threatens the beauty, diversity, and vitality of our shared home.The consequences of our actions are already unfolding before our eyes - the majestic ice caps slowly giving way to rising temperatures... Once vibrant corals now standing pale and lifeless... wildfires consuming our forests with a fury that matches our own recklessness... and species after species quietly vanishing from existence.And yet, if there's anything to be learned from the wisdom of the Earth, it's the resilience of life.Isn't it remarkable how life boldly steps up from the ashes, reborn and renewed, every time a forest fire scorches the land?...How the blush of spring always follows the harshness of winter...And how even the bone-dry desert and the icy depths of the ocean teem with life.You see, life, in its wonderful tenacity, always finds a way to press on.We, humans, are no different.History is a testament to our capacity to overcome great feats and achieve amazing things... when we put our collective minds to it.Now is the time to course correct. To pivot from exploitation to restoration, from destruction to regeneration, from short-term profit to long-term sustainability.Because our prosperity, our progress, and our very survival are contingent on a thriving, healthy planet.This book is an invitation to see yourself as a catalyst for change. It's a call to truly belong to this Earth, and care for her as she has cared for you.Inside, here's a fraction of what you'll discover: And much more.Never underestimate the power of even the tiniest change.Remember, every single drop of water, no matter how small, contributes to the vast and mighty ocean.The same goes for your actions - your contribution matters.When we all come together and make small, positive changes, the collective impact is tremendous.Be the change you want to see. The power to start creating a greener future is right at your fingertips: Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now.
Writer in a Life Vest
After nearly thirty years living in the Salish Sea's San Juan Archipelago, Iris Graville felt compelled to write about the threats to its interwoven lattice of beauty, wildness, fragility, and relationship. In 2018-19, Graville served as the Washington State Ferries' first Writer-in-Residence on the "Interisland" route, traveling only among Lopez, Shaw, San Juan, and Orcas Islands. As a result, this storytelling lover of the Salish Sea presents Writer in a Life Vest, thirty-six essays that explore climate change and endangered Southern Resident killer whales, while leading readers to ask questions and find resilience, inspiration, and hope.
