2010, ISBN: 9780470057186

It&;s not every day that one picks up a textbook that can claim to occupy a unique niche, given the multitude of scientific textbooks that are vying for a medical readership. However, wit… Más…

It&;s not every day that one picks up a textbook that can claim to occupy a unique niche, given the multitude of scientific textbooks that are vying for a medical readership. However, with the recent publication of 'Pain-Free Biochemistry: An Essential Guide for the Health Sciences', which is specifically aimed at students of medicine and nursing, one could be left wondering just why nobody thought of this sooner.&; &;Irish Medical Times, September 14, 2010 If you are an undergraduate nursing or healthcare student about to embark on a short course in biochemistry and feel daunted by the prospect because you&;ve done very little chemistry in the past, found it difficult or studied it so long ago you&;ve forgotten it all, then this is the book for you. Equally, if clinical practice has brought you back to biochemistry just when you were hoping you could forget it all, this could be your lifeline! Having taught biochemistry to all sorts of students, from nurses to chemical engineers, for more than 30 years, Professor Paul Engel knows how to take the &;pain&; out of your studies. For those who are a bit wobbly on molecules, bonds, ions, etc. this text also has just enough supporting chemistry slipped in where appropriate to help things make sense. Accessible, enjoyable to read and packed with a wealth of clinical examples from heart disease to cancer and blood clotting to antibiotics, this handy textbook will reveal how biochemistry is fundamental to clinical practice and everyday life. Drugs, diet, disease, DNA &; it all comes down to biochemistry. Key Features: Easy to digest: &;Bite sized&; topics lead you through essential biochemistry without going into intimidating detail.  Doesn&;t assume you&;ve studied chemistry before:  Focuses on key concepts and provides all the basic chemistry you might need.  Colour coded: Specially designed so you can see, at a glance, which chapters focus on underpinning chemistry, which on basic bioche ...|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/f45d6d29/pain-free-biochemistry-paul-c-engel-9780470060469.jpg|9780470060469|Pain-Free Biochemistry : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470060469 : 18 Dec 2009 : An accessible engaging biochemistry primer with short, 'bite sized' chapters that gently lead the reader through the essential chemistry and biochemistry they n ...|new|1|1|29|36.5|0|GBP|Paul C. Engel|John Wiley & Sons Inc|18 Dec 2009|Nursing 9780470065723|An Introduction to Money Laundering Deterrence|20.44|https://wordery.com/an-introduction-to-money-laundering-deterrence-dennis-cox-9780470065723|* At present books on money laundering deterrence tend to focus on the detailed regulations and therefore do not provide much in the form of practical advice and guidance. The books also tend to look at money laundering regulation from a single perspective - say that of the UK.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/9b74f6cf/an-introduction-to-money-laundering-deterrence-dennis-cox-9780470065723.jpg|9780470065723|An Introduction to Money Laundering Deterrence : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Ltd : 9780470065723 : 22 Oct 2010 : * At present books on money laundering deterrence tend to focus on the detailed regulations and therefore do not provide much i ...|new|1|1|37|26.5|0|GBP|Dennis Cox|John Wiley and Sons Ltd|22 Oct 2010|Banking 9780470060964|Unexpected Death in Childhood|36.98|https://wordery.com/unexpected-death-in-childhood-peter-sidebotham-9780470060964|For families who have experienced the death of a child, their private tragedy is all too often exacerbated by an inappropriate or incompetent professional response. For the professional charged with the responsibility of having to deal with unexpected child deaths, such as a pediatrician, a police officer, or social worker, this title offers guidance on how to respond adequately to this tragic event but also places the subject in a larger social context, examining the history, epidemiology, causes, and contributory factors surrounding the death of a child. The book also covers the prevalence and types of death, the role of the police in an unexpected child death, how to support families, how to undertake a serious case review, and how to prevent child deaths in the future. Part of the prestigious NSPCC Wiley Series in Safeguarding Children - The Multi-Professional Approach.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/3cbdfc72/unexpected-death-in-childhood-peter-sidebotham-9780470060964.jpg|9780470060964|Unexpected Death in Childhood : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470060964 : 21 Dec 2007 : For families who have experienced the death of a child, their private tragedy is all too often exacerbated by an inappropriate or incompetent professiona ...|new|1|1|2|39.5|0|GBP|Peter Sidebotham|John Wiley & Sons Inc|21 Dec 2007|Psychology books 9780470067413|Stretching For Dummies|15.99|https://wordery.com/stretching-for-dummies-lareine-chabut-9780470067413|Presents instructions for stretching routines that target specific areas of the body, along with routines for senior citizens, pregnant women, and children.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/8c972190/stretching-for-dummies-lareine-chabut-9780470067413.jpg|9780470067413|Stretching For Dummies : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470067413 : 19 Jan 2007 : Did you long ago learn to fear and dread stretching because of overbearing P.E. teachers who forced you to touch your toes? It doesna t have to be that way anym ...|new|1|1|1|15.99|0|GBP|LaReine Chabut|John Wiley & Sons Inc|19 Jan 2007|Exercise & workout 9780470067307|Poodles For Dummies|11.49|https://wordery.com/poodles-for-dummies-susan-m-ewing-9780470067307|The Poodle is known for her keen intelligence, excellent trainability, and, most notably, those signature curly locks. But there's more to the Poodle than meets the eye (like, say, those expensive grooming bills). So, to Poodle or not to Poodle? That is the question. With an overview of the breed's history, an exploration of all three varieties (Standard, Miniature, and Toy), and 8 pages of full-color photos detailing the colors available and tips and techniques for grooming, Poodles for Dummies is filled with all the meaty information and enlightening morsels you need to decide if this refined beauty is a good match for you. You'll get answers to your most important questions, including:Which size Poodle is best for me? Which color?How do I know if a Poodle breeder is reputable?What are the pros and cons of shelters and rescue groups?What do I look for in choosing a healthy Poodle?How can I Poodle-proof my home and yard?What's the best way to introduce my Poodle to kids and other pets?How often does my Poodle need grooming? No matter which size, color, or gender you own, Poodles are not a ?wash ?n' wear? breed. But if you have the time, passion, and dedication to give her the training, exercise, and upkeep she needs, you and your curly companion will have a happy and rewarding life together.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/c129914d/poodles-for-dummies-susan-m-ewing-9780470067307.jpg|9780470067307|Poodles For Dummies : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470067307 : 19 Jan 2007 : The Poodle is known for her keen intelligence, excellent trainability, and, most notably, those signature curly locks. But there's more to the Poodle than meets th ...|new|1|1|23|12.99|0|GBP|Susan M. Ewing|John Wiley & Sons Inc|19 Jan 2007|Dogs as pets 9780470067970|Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards|76.27|https://wordery.com/landscape-architectural-graphic-standards-leonard-j-hopper-9780470067970|The new student edition of the definitive reference on landscape architecture Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition is a condensed treatment of the authoritative Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Professional Edition. Designed to give students the critical information they require, this is an essential reference for anyone studying landscape architecture and design. Formatted to meet the serious student's needs, the content in this Student Edition reflects topics covered in accredited landscape architectural programs, making it an excellent choice for a required text in landscape architecture, landscape design, horticulture, architecture, and planning and urban design programs. Students will gain an understanding of all the critical material they need for the core classes required by all curriculums, including: * Construction documentation * Site planning * Professional practice * Site grading and earthwork * Construction principles * Water supply and management * Pavement and structures in the landscape * Parks and recreational spaces * Soils, asphalt, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, and recreational surfaces * Evaluating the environmental and human health impacts of materials Like Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, this Student Edition provides essential specification and detailing information on the fundamentals of landscape architecture, including sustainable design principles, planting (including green roofs), stormwater management, and wetlands constuction and evaluation. In addition, expert advice guides readers through important considerations such as material life cycle analysis, environmental impacts, site security, hazard control, environmental restoration and remediation, and accessibility. Visit the Companion web site: wiley.com/go/landscapearchitecturalgraphicstandards|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/69559ffa/landscape-architectural-graphic-standards-leonard-j-hopper-9780470067970.jpg|9780470067970|Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470067970 : 14 Sep 2007 : Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition is an abridged version of Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards. This book ...|new|1|1|13|90|0|GBP|Leonard J. Hopper|John Wiley & Sons Inc|14 Sep 2007|Landscape art & architecture 9780470057186|Supporting Strategy|89.65|https://wordery.com/supporting-strategy-frances-a-obrien-9780470057186|In this unique book, management science lifts its view to take in the broader horizons of strategy. the result is a frame work for strategy development, and a range of methods and models to make it operational." ? Professor Jonathan Rosenhead, London School of Economics "This book will be invaluable for both strategists who need practical tools and for management scientists who are interested in strategic decisions."? John Mingers, Professor of Operational research and Systems, Kent Business School, University of Kent, UK "The authors see strategy formulation and implementations as inseparable activities in which every organisation engages on a continuous basis. This means that this book has the wide scope needed by a manger, from visioning through to performance measurement and financial evaluation. By brining the range of contributors need to cover this space, the authors have managed to provide both a conceptual frame work and the detail needed by real managers who can benefit from the tools and methods described." ? Gill Ringland, CEO and Fellow, SAMI Consulting, St Andrews Management Institute In Changing world, there is no option to stand still; organisations need to review their direction, to create new initiatives, and crucially they need to rehearse their ideas rather than hope for the best. Supporting Strategy: Frameworks, Methods and Models provides the reader with a balanced process for strategic development, spanning direction setting, strategy creation, rehearsal, evaluation and choice, leading to a continuous process of adopting strategic initiatives. It brings together tools from the fields of Strategy and Operational research/ Management Science, Creating a unique collection of practical frameworks, methods and models that individually and in combination provide a valuable resource for the practice of supporting strategy. Topics covered by the book include: drama theory, visioning, problem structuring methods, resource based view of strateg ... Books, [PU: Wiley]<

2010, ISBN: 9780470057186

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It&;s not every day that one picks up a textbook that can claim to occupy a unique niche, given the multitude of scientific textbooks that are vying for a medical readership. However, wit… Más…

It&;s not every day that one picks up a textbook that can claim to occupy a unique niche, given the multitude of scientific textbooks that are vying for a medical readership. However, with the recent publication of 'Pain-Free Biochemistry: An Essential Guide for the Health Sciences', which is specifically aimed at students of medicine and nursing, one could be left wondering just why nobody thought of this sooner.&; &;Irish Medical Times, September 14, 2010 If you are an undergraduate nursing or healthcare student about to embark on a short course in biochemistry and feel daunted by the prospect because you&;ve done very little chemistry in the past, found it difficult or studied it so long ago you&;ve forgotten it all, then this is the book for you. Equally, if clinical practice has brought you back to biochemistry just when you were hoping you could forget it all, this could be your lifeline! Having taught biochemistry to all sorts of students, from nurses to chemical engineers, for more than 30 years, Professor Paul Engel knows how to take the &;pain&; out of your studies. For those who are a bit wobbly on molecules, bonds, ions, etc. this text also has just enough supporting chemistry slipped in where appropriate to help things make sense. Accessible, enjoyable to read and packed with a wealth of clinical examples from heart disease to cancer and blood clotting to antibiotics, this handy textbook will reveal how biochemistry is fundamental to clinical practice and everyday life. Drugs, diet, disease, DNA &; it all comes down to biochemistry. Key Features: Easy to digest: &;Bite sized&; topics lead you through essential biochemistry without going into intimidating detail.  Doesn&;t assume you&;ve studied chemistry before:  Focuses on key concepts and provides all the basic chemistry you might need.  Colour coded: Specially designed so you can see, at a glance, which chapters focus on underpinning chemistry, which on basic bioche ...|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/cd33ce03/pain-free-biochemistry-paul-c-engel-9780470060469.jpg|9780470060469|Pain-Free Biochemistry : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470060469 : 18 Dec 2009 : An accessible engaging biochemistry primer with short, 'bite sized' chapters that gently lead the reader through the essential chemistry and biochemistry they n ...|new|1|1|24|36.5|0|GBP|Paul C. Engel|John Wiley & Sons Inc|18 Dec 2009|Nursing 9780470067970|Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards|76.27|https://wordery.com/landscape-architectural-graphic-standards-leonard-j-hopper-9780470067970|The new student edition of the definitive reference on landscape architecture Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition is a condensed treatment of the authoritative Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Professional Edition. Designed to give students the critical information they require, this is an essential reference for anyone studying landscape architecture and design. Formatted to meet the serious student's needs, the content in this Student Edition reflects topics covered in accredited landscape architectural programs, making it an excellent choice for a required text in landscape architecture, landscape design, horticulture, architecture, and planning and urban design programs. Students will gain an understanding of all the critical material they need for the core classes required by all curriculums, including: * Construction documentation * Site planning * Professional practice * Site grading and earthwork * Construction principles * Water supply and management * Pavement and structures in the landscape * Parks and recreational spaces * Soils, asphalt, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, and recreational surfaces * Evaluating the environmental and human health impacts of materials Like Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, this Student Edition provides essential specification and detailing information on the fundamentals of landscape architecture, including sustainable design principles, planting (including green roofs), stormwater management, and wetlands constuction and evaluation. In addition, expert advice guides readers through important considerations such as material life cycle analysis, environmental impacts, site security, hazard control, environmental restoration and remediation, and accessibility. Visit the Companion web site: wiley.com/go/landscapearchitecturalgraphicstandards|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/69559ffa/landscape-architectural-graphic-standards-leonard-j-hopper-9780470067970.jpg|9780470067970|Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470067970 : 14 Sep 2007 : Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Student Edition is an abridged version of Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards. This book ...|new|1|1|9|90|0|GBP|Leonard J. Hopper|John Wiley & Sons Inc|14 Sep 2007|Landscape art & architecture 9780470060964|Unexpected Death in Childhood|36.98|https://wordery.com/unexpected-death-in-childhood-peter-sidebotham-9780470060964|For families who have experienced the death of a child, their private tragedy is all too often exacerbated by an inappropriate or incompetent professional response. For the professional charged with the responsibility of having to deal with unexpected child deaths, such as a pediatrician, a police officer, or social worker, this title offers guidance on how to respond adequately to this tragic event but also places the subject in a larger social context, examining the history, epidemiology, causes, and contributory factors surrounding the death of a child. The book also covers the prevalence and types of death, the role of the police in an unexpected child death, how to support families, how to undertake a serious case review, and how to prevent child deaths in the future. Part of the prestigious NSPCC Wiley Series in Safeguarding Children - The Multi-Professional Approach.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/3cbdfc72/unexpected-death-in-childhood-peter-sidebotham-9780470060964.jpg|9780470060964|Unexpected Death in Childhood : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470060964 : 21 Dec 2007 : For families who have experienced the death of a child, their private tragedy is all too often exacerbated by an inappropriate or incompetent professiona ...|new|1|1|2|39.5|0|GBP|Peter Sidebotham|John Wiley & Sons Inc|21 Dec 2007|Psychology books 9780470067307|Poodles For Dummies|11.63|https://wordery.com/poodles-for-dummies-susan-m-ewing-9780470067307|The Poodle is known for her keen intelligence, excellent trainability, and, most notably, those signature curly locks. But there's more to the Poodle than meets the eye (like, say, those expensive grooming bills). So, to Poodle or not to Poodle? That is the question. With an overview of the breed's history, an exploration of all three varieties (Standard, Miniature, and Toy), and 8 pages of full-color photos detailing the colors available and tips and techniques for grooming, Poodles for Dummies is filled with all the meaty information and enlightening morsels you need to decide if this refined beauty is a good match for you. You'll get answers to your most important questions, including:Which size Poodle is best for me? Which color?How do I know if a Poodle breeder is reputable?What are the pros and cons of shelters and rescue groups?What do I look for in choosing a healthy Poodle?How can I Poodle-proof my home and yard?What's the best way to introduce my Poodle to kids and other pets?How often does my Poodle need grooming? No matter which size, color, or gender you own, Poodles are not a ?wash ?n' wear? breed. But if you have the time, passion, and dedication to give her the training, exercise, and upkeep she needs, you and your curly companion will have a happy and rewarding life together.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/c129914d/poodles-for-dummies-susan-m-ewing-9780470067307.jpg|9780470067307|Poodles For Dummies : Paperback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470067307 : 19 Jan 2007 : The Poodle is known for her keen intelligence, excellent trainability, and, most notably, those signature curly locks. But there's more to the Poodle than meets th ...|new|1|1|19|12.99|0|GBP|Susan M. Ewing|John Wiley & Sons Inc|19 Jan 2007|Dogs as pets 9780470067376|Inside the Investor's Brain|27.98|https://wordery.com/inside-the-investors-brain-richard-l-peterson-9780470067376|Unique insights into how the mind of an investor operates and how developing emotional awareness leads to long-term success Inside the Investor's Brain provides readers with specific techniques for understanding their financial psychology, so that they can improve their own performance and learn how to outsmart other investors. Chapter by chapter, author Richard Peterson addresses various mental traps and how they play a role in investing. Through examples, such as a gambling experiment with playing cards, the author shows readers how being aware of the subconscious can separate the smart investors from the average ones. This book also contains descriptions of the work of neuroscientists, financial practitioners, and psychologists, offering an expert's view into the mind of the market. Innovative and accessible, Inside the Investor's Brain gives investors the tools they need to better understand how emotions and mental biases affect the way they manage money and react to market moves.|Books|https://wordery.com/jackets/5b690d40/inside-the-investors-brain-richard-l-peterson-9780470067376.jpg|9780470067376|Inside the Investor's Brain : Hardback : John Wiley & Sons Inc : 9780470067376 : 26 Jun 2007 : Unique insights into how the mind of an investor operates and how developing emotional awareness leads to long-term success Inside the Investor's Brain prov ...|new|1|1|9|31.99|0|GBP|Richard L. Peterson|John Wiley & Sons Inc|26 Jun 2007|Investment & securities 9780470057186|Supporting Strategy|90.58|https://wordery.com/supporting-strategy-frances-a-obrien-9780470057186|In this unique book, management science lifts its view to take in the broader horizons of strategy. the result is a frame work for strategy development, and a range of methods and models to make it operational." ? Professor Jonathan Rosenhead, London School of Economics "This book will be invaluable for both strategists who need practical tools and for management scientists who are interested in strategic decisions."? John Mingers, Professor of Operational research and Systems, Kent Business School, University of Kent, UK "The authors see strategy formulation and implementations as inseparable activities in which every organisation engages on a continuous basis. This means that this book has the wide scope needed by a manger, from visioning through to performance measurement and financial evaluation. By brining the range of contributors need to cover this space, the authors have managed to provide both a conceptual frame work and the detail needed by real managers who can benefit from the tools and methods described." ? Gill Ringland, CEO and Fellow, SAMI Consulting, St Andrews Management Institute In Changing world, there is no option to stand still; organisations need to review their direction, to create new initiatives, and crucially they need to rehearse their ideas rather than hope for the best. Supporting Strategy: Frameworks, Methods and Models provides the reader with a balanced process for strategic development, spanning direction setting, strategy creation, rehearsal, evaluation and choice, leading to a continuous process of adopting strategic initiatives. It brings together tools from the fields of Strategy and Operational research/ Management Science, Creating a unique collection of practical frameworks, methods and models that individually and in combination provide a valuable resource for the practice of supporting strategy. Topics covered by the book include: drama theory, visioning, problem structuring methods, resource based view of strateg ... Books, [PU: Wiley]<

2007, ISBN: 9780470057186

Supporting Strategy develops the concept of the strategic development process. The book begins by describing a balanced process for strategy development, spanning direction setting, strat… Más…

Supporting Strategy develops the concept of the strategic development process. The book begins by describing a balanced process for strategy development, spanning direction setting, strategy creation, rehearsal, evaluation and choice, leading to a continuous process of adopting strategic initiatives. It then goes on to present a practical collection of frameworks, methods and models which both individually and in combination can be used to support strategy. The collection includes: drama theory, visioning methods, problem structuring methods, resource based view of strategy, SWOT / TOWS analysis, system dynamics, agent based modelling, scenario planning, decision and risk analysis, financial evaluation, real options, robustness analysis and performance measurement. This is a contributed work with original content written fro the book from leading academics in the field, including Maureen Meadows, Robert Berry, Jim Bryant, Adrian Caldart, Alberto Franco, Giles Hindle, Nigel Howard, Martin Kunc, Abhijit Mandal, Gilberto Montibeller, John Morecroft, Martin Murtland, Fernando Oliveira, and Efstathios Tapinos. Buch (fremdspr.) O& gebundene Ausgabe, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 04.04.2007, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2007<

2007, ISBN: 9780470057186

Supporting Strategy develops the concept of the strategic development process. The book begins by describing a balanced process for strategy development, spanning direction setting, strat… Más…

Supporting Strategy develops the concept of the strategic development process. The book begins by describing a balanced process for strategy development, spanning direction setting, strategy creation, rehearsal, evaluation and choice, leading to a continuous process of adopting strategic initiatives. It then goes on to present a practical collection of frameworks, methods and models which both individually and in combination can be used to support strategy. The collection includes: drama theory, visioning methods, problem structuring methods, resource based view of strategy, SWOT / TOWS analysis, system dynamics, agent based modelling, scenario planning, decision and risk analysis, financial evaluation, real options, robustness analysis and performance measurement. This is a contributed work with original content written fro the book from leading academics in the field, including Maureen Meadows, Robert Berry, Jim Bryant, Adrian Caldart, Alberto Franco, Giles Hindle, Nigel Howard, Martin Kunc, Abhijit Mandal, Gilberto Montibeller, John Morecroft, Martin Murtland, Fernando Oliveira, and Efstathios Tapinos. Buch (fremdspr.) O& gebundene Ausgabe, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 04.04.2007, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2007<

2007, ISBN: 9780470057186

Frameworks, Methods and Models, Buch, Hardcover, [PU: John Wiley & Sons Inc], John Wiley & Sons Inc, 2007