Experimental Research: Brief Essays on Timeless Concepts offers a unique exploration of the experimental process that transcends disciplinary boundaries and technological trends. Through a series of concise, thought-provoking essays, this book distills enduring principles of scientific inquiry. Addressing foundational topics from measurement and dimensional analysis to cognitive factors in research and technical communication, it cultivates a deep, reflective understanding of expe...

Modelling, Estimation and AI Applications for Lithium-Ion Battery Management Systems is a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in integrating artificial intelligence with lithium-ion battery technology. The book offers an in-depth exploration of fundamental principles, advanced modeling techniques, and state estimation strategies that are vital for enhancing battery performance, safety, and longevity. The book presents systematic coverage of battery operation, performance testing...

The first and only definitive collection of the letters of a beloved voice in American literature, revealing her fervor as a creator immersed in a life of art and beauty, her adoration of friends and partners, and her lifelong pursuit of true love and belonging.Carson McCullers was a true literary phenomenon. One of the most influential and esteemed writers of the twentieth century, she penned the iconic The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter at just twenty-three an...

In the early 1970s, with the utopian ambitions of the previous decade burnt to cinders, a giddy lust for chaos and annihilation seized American cinema and spawned a shocking cycle of bloody, nihilistic films that encompassed avant-garde experiments, documentaries, and low-budget horror alike. This phenomenon found an astute commentator and unlikely aficionado in Susan Sontag, the literary firebrand whose attunement to the dark, apocalyptic energies of the era position her as the ideal crit...

The first and only definitive collection of the letters of a beloved voice in American literature, revealing her fervor as a creator immersed in a life of art and beauty, her adoration of friends and partners, and her lifelong pursuit of true love and belonging.Carson McCullers was a true literary phenomenon. One of the most influential and esteemed writers of the twentieth century, she penned the iconic The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter at just twenty-three an...

The unconventional and inspiring story of a trailblazer’s rise to international prominence.Carlos Gutierrez has been an influential figure in business and politics for over 35 years, but his route to global leadership was far from the well-worn path of the Ivy League M.B.A. In fact, he never graduated from college and began his life in America without knowing a word of English. When he was only six years old, his family fled the Cuban revolution with almost nothing...

The disciplines of psychiatry, psychology, psychical research and parapsychology have emerged from the same foundational roots of Euro-American philosophy and science. Dr. Carlos S. Alvarado's work presents a unique glimpse into the pre-history, foundations and evolution of these disciplines before developing their distinctive identities as we know them today.The prolific work of Dr. Carlos S. Alvarado has centered on studies about the history of psychical research and on survey re...

"Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind**. Really, you should." —Michael Dirda, The Washington Post“Wondrous...masterful...The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero.” —**Entertainment Weekly,

In January 2020, China alerted major international scientific bodies about the eruption of a dangerous new virus and heavily promoted basic precautions. U.S. politicians and corporate media ridiculed and ignored the warnings.Washington ramped up its policy of racist propaganda, military encirclement, trade war and sanctions. The consequence, tens of thousands of COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. – the highest in the world.Rather than global cooperation on testing, vaccine development and PPE sup...

“A deep and mysterious novel full of people that feel real. . . .An enthralling read and a must-have for your library. Zafón focuses on the emotion of the reader and doesn’t let go.” — Seattle Post-IntelligencerInternationally acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author Carlos Ruiz Zafón creates a rich, labyrinthine tale of love, literature, passion, and revenge, set in a dark, gothic Barcelona, in which the heroes of The Shadow of th...

We live in a world where the only camera a person might own is the one bolted to the back of their smartphone. Happily, that's not much of a compromise these days! With a little education, our phones can often rival standalone cameras. If you're wanting to take better pictures of family and friends, looking to improve content like blogging or video production, or if you're looking to push your creative expression, this is the book for you!We'll explain some technology terms, look a...

A tame excursion to the famed Liberty Canyon kicks up a swarm of trouble! Science Ninja Team finally have a "day off"—a simple trip to investigate some strange seismic activity. But the Canyon's on red alert—red like red WASPS! Something's disturbed their rocky home, and Science Ninja Team looks like the culprit! But who's really excavating the Canyon? And why? An extra-special issue featuring guest artist Giona Zefiro!