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Wired for War: The Robotics Revolution and Conflict in the 21st Century
P W Singer · Penguin Press Pages: 499 Format: Hardcover
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A military expert reveals how science fiction is fast becoming reality on the battlefield, changing not just how wars are fought, but also the politics, economics, laws, and ethics that surround war itself P. W. Singer?s previous two books foretold the rise of private military contractors... |
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Why Do Only White People Get Abducted by Aliens?: Teaching Lessons from the Bronx
Ilana Garon · Skyhorse Publishing; 1 edition Format: Hardcover
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The true story of a young teacher attempting to change lives in a troubled educational system.According to Ilana Garon, popular books and movies are inundated with the myth of the “hero teacher”—the one who charges headfirst into dysfunctional inner-city schools like a firefighter... |
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Will College Pay Off?: A Guide to the Most Important Financial Decision You'll Ever Make
Peter Cappelli · PublicAffairs Pages: 215 Format: Print book
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The decision of whether to go to college, or where, is hampered by poor information and inadequate understanding of the financial risk involved.Adding to the confusion, the same degree can cost dramatically different amounts for different people. A barrage of advertising offers new degrees... |
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The Job Description Handbook
Margie Mader-Clark · Nolo; Third Edition edition Format: Paperback
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Everything you need to define the job, step by stepEvery job has a description -- and if you craft it carefully, you can use a job description for effective hiring, new employee orientation, evaluating performances, discipline and plan for future growth. But if it's poorly written (or not written... |
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The Beekeeper's Problem Solver: 100 Common Problems Explored and Explained
James E. Tew · Quarry Books
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While keeping bees certainly isnt rocket science, doing it properly does involve decent levels of understanding, commitment, and attention to detail. Getting the basics right is essential, and this demands a solid appreciation of important areas such as hives management, breed choice, and health... |
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How to Solar Power Your Home: Everything You Need to Know Explained Simply
Martha Maeda · Atlantic Publishing Group Inc.; 2 Revised edition Format: Print book
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Updated in 2015 with the latest technology, you can learn how solar power will help you. Learn what solar power requires, from cost and equipment to maintenance and preparation. Learn how solar power works and how to start evaluating it for your building needs. Take the cost of installing... |
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The Old Farmer's Almanac 2017: Special Anniversary Edition
Old Farmer'S Almanac. · Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Pages: 304 Format: Print book
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What is 225 years old yet always of the moment? The Old Farmer's Almanac! America's oldest continuously published periodical, beloved by generations for being "useful, with a pleasant degree of humor," celebrates its unique history with a special edition and more readers... |
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Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court
Ralph Warner Attorney · NOLO Pages: 440 Format: Paperback
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You don't need a lawyer to win in small claims court -- you need to know how to prepare and present your own case. Smart preparation for your day in court can make the difference between receiving a check and writing one. Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court provides the information,... |
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