This widely acclaimed text, now in its sixth edition and translated into many languages, continues to present a clear, simple and concise introduction to chemical thermodynamics. An examination of equilibrium in the everyday world of mechanical objects provides a starting point for an accessible account of the factors that determine equilibrium in chemical systems. This straightforward approach leads students to a thorough understanding of the basic principles of thermodynamics, which are ...

While most of us have grown up being taught that the letter “I” has no place in the word “team,” teams are wholly made up of individual advantages that contribute to the collective power of the group.In Individual Influence, authors Brian and Mary Smith go far beyond this axiom, making a persuasive case that even a company or team of individual players is still an “Individual” at its core—expressing the collective influence of all those who play a role in it. Thus, there i...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The world is louder than ever, yet millions feel more lost than ever.Attention is fractured. Anxiety is normal. Conscience is exhausted. Truth is blurred until people stop trusting their own eyes. And slowly—quietly—many drift into compromise, numbness, and spiritual sleep.The Awakened Sentinel: A Blueprint for Faithful Living in an Age of Shadows is a gripping, Christ-centered audiobook for anyone who s...

Long the province of international law, human rights now enjoys a renaissance of studies and new perspectives from the social sciences. This landmark book is the first to synthesize and comprehensively evaluate this body of work. It fosters an interdisciplinary, international, and critical engagement both in the social study of human rights and the establishment of a human rights approach throughout the field of sociology. Sociological perspectives bring new questions to the interdisciplin...

The world has been witnessing a long unfolding process of urbanization that not only has altered the structural basis of society in terms of political economy, but has also symbolically relegated rural people and life to a secondary or deviant status through an ideology of urbanormativity. Both structural and cultural changes rooted in urbanization are connected in complex ways to spatial arrangements that can be described in terms of inequality and uneven development. Through a focus on l...

This edited volume explores the various and unique motivations driving the rapidly-growing esports industry, which attracts attention and financial investment from major sponsors, athletic organizations, and entertainment values. Contributors draw on a variety of perspectives and theoretical vantage points to examine the multitude of traditions, cultures, expectations, and rituals that different stakeholders factor into their motivation to play and watch esports. Scholars of media studies,...

In this sexy, bold book, Pulitzer-Prize winning photographer Brian Smith tells the stories behind the photos and lessons learned in 30 years of photographing celebrities and people from all walks of life. Smith’s long list of famous and infamous subjects includes pro basketball players Dwayne Wade and Shaquille O’Neal; billionaires Bill Gates, Richard Branson, and Donald Trump; tennis stars Serena and Venus Williams; actors Anne Hathaway, Antonio Banderas, Christopher Walken, Taye Diggs, J...

Learn German with the Augsburg Saga – A1.1 Interlinear German–English ReaderWhen the Romans LeftLearn German through story, history, and calm, carefully graded A1-level language — with immediate English support when you need it.When the Romans Left is the first book in the Augsburg Saga and an ideal starting point for adult beginners.It is written in clear A1 German and presented in an

Lingua Latina: 111 Interlinear Latin-English Conversations is a unique and immersive guide for learners of Latin, combining the elegance of the ancient language with a clear, easy-to-follow interlinear translation method. This essential resource presents engaging conversations on diverse topics ranging from Roman history and philosophy to everyday life, making it ideal for both beginners and intermediate Latin students.This book is structured to enhance your learning experience wit...

Learn German with the Augsburg Saga – C1 German Reader (C1 Omnibus)Five interconnected C1 novels in one complete volume — built to take you from advanced learner to independent reader.This C1 Omnibus combines all five C1 books of the Augsburg Saga into a single, coherent reading experience. With approx. 207,000 words (print edition approx. 850 pages), it is designed for advanced learners who want to move bey...

Dive into enchanting worlds while mastering Spanish with "Learn Spanish with Fairy Tales." This A1 Reader is designed for those beginning their Spanish journey, offering a magical path to language learning through captivating stories that evoke wonder and excitement. The book includes:La Magia de la VerdadLas Aventuras Modernas del Gato con BotasRumpelstilkin en la España ModernaEl Misterio de la Fruta LuminosaEl Caballero, el Dragón y el Espejo Mági...

Dive into the thrilling universe of science fiction while effortlessly enhancing your Esperanto skills with "Learn Esperanto with Science Fiction: An A1 Reader". This unique book is meticulously crafted to cater to Esperanto learners at the A1 level, blending the excitement of science fiction stories with the practicality of language learning.Featured Stories:"Vojaĝo de la Kondamnitaj" (Voyage of the Damned): Follow a daring team of astronauts as they encounter a critical e...