An accessible, authoritative, and up-to-date computer vision textbook offering a comprehensive introduction to the foundations of the field that incorporates the latest deep learning advances.Machine learning has revolutionized computer vision, but the methods of today have deep roots in the history of the field. Providing a much-needed modern treatment, this accessible and up-to-date textbook comprehensively introduces the foundations of computer vision while inco...

Set in the aftermath of the “Carnation Revolution” of April 25, 1974, Antonio Lobo Antunes’s Warning to the Crocodiles is a fragmented narrative of the violent tensions resulting from major political changes in Portugal.Told through the memories of four women who spend their days fashioning homemade explosives and participating in the kidnap and torture of communists, the novel details the clandestine activities of an extreme right-wing Salazarist faction ...

Lio Min’s Beating Heart Baby is a “dizzying, sexy, and utterly heartfelt” (Mary H. K. Choi) love letter to internet friendships, anime, and indie rockWhen artistic and sensitive Santi arrives at his new high school, everyone in the wildly talented marching band welcomes him with open arms. Everyone except for the prickly, proud musical prodigy Suwa, who doesn’t think Santi has what it takes to be in the band.But Santi and Suwa share painful pasts, ...

He preached to thousands. Inspired heretics to return to the Church. Performed miracles. Lived in deepest intimacy with Christ.The story of Saint Anthony of Padua has been told many times. But never like this.In this compelling biography, Madeline Nugent, CFP, seamlessly unites historical facts with engaging narrative that reads like a novel. She draws on primary sources, scholarly research, time spent in Italy, and interviews with Franciscan experts to vividly present the ...

This second edition of New Business Models in the Digital Age is full of updated, need-to-know information for anyone interested in this topic. Due to the outstanding reception the original report had in 2014, having been downloaded over 5,000 times, and because of all of the available new data and important developments, it was necessary to expand the report after just a year to include all of the changes that have taken place since then. Some of the biggest news in this year's edition co...

A Brief History of Real Madrid told by a soccer-loving philosopherWhat kind of determination drives Real Madrid to be the best of the best year after year, and to achieve it with unusual frequency? How do you explain that it has been the most successful club on the world for a century and more? Maybe taking prestige so seriously increments the amount of expertise, since one of the substantial advantages of sport over any other competitive activity is that it does n...

António Lobo Antunes’s twenty-fifth novel, Commission of Tears (2011, Comissão das Lágrimas) is set during the Angolan Civil War (1975-2002). Angola attained official independence on November 11, 1975 and, while the stage was set for transition, a combination of ethnic tensions and international pressures rendered Angola’s hard-won victory problematic. As with many post-colonial states, Angola was left with both economic and social difficulties which translated into a power struggle betwee...

The one primer you need to launch, lead, and sponsor successful projects.We're now living in the project economy. As the number of projects initiated in both the public and private sectors skyrockets, project management skills have become essential for all leaders and managers. But despite this project boom, the failure rate remains extremely high. Why? Leaders have too many projects and too little visibility into them, and they lack the project implementation comp...

The cavalry is ready.And they're riding steel horses...The Misfits MC is known for maintaining the balance.Providing common ground.Protecting the innocent.However, when Adonis "King" Arthur embarks on the conquest to completely destroy a rival club, he unfortunately realizes the cost of victory may be too high....Warning: This book ends on a cliff-hanger.

A raw and inspiring how-to guide that will help you recommit to your life, find your drive, and take action to stay bold, honest, and accountable for lasting happiness.“If it’s time to make a bold and courageous shift in your life, Stop Living on Autopilot is the guide you need.”—Marie Forleo, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Everything Is FigureoutableTake stock of your life: Based on your last 30 days of ...

This commemorative book on the 2014 NBA champion San Antonio Spurs provides a visual look at the Spurs' exciting road to championship glory. Through insightful articles by Jesse Blanchard and nearly 100 full-color images, this celebratory book takes readers from the season's first games in November through the Spurs' playoff battles against the Mavericks, Trail Blazers, and Thunder before the epic NBA Finals showdown with Miami. Featuring profiles of head coach Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker,...

This in-depth biography of Italian intellectual Antonio Gramsci casts new light on his life and writing, emphasizing his unflagging spirit, even in the many years he spent in prison.One of the most influential political thinkers of the twentieth century, Antonio Gramsci (1891–1937) has left an indelible mark on philosophy and critical theory. His innovative work on history, society, power, and the state has influenced several generations of readers and political ac...