Автор: Ryan Christopher Название: Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress ISBN: 1451659113 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781451659115 Издательство: Simon & Schuster Рейтинг: Цена: 2069.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: The New York Times bestselling coauthor of Sex at Dawn explores the ways in which "progress" has perverted the way we live--how we eat, learn, feel, mate, parent, communicate, work, and die--in this "engaging, extensively documented, well-organized, and thought-provoking" (Booklist) book. Most of us have instinctive evidence the world is ending--balmy December days, face-to-face conversation replaced with heads-to-screens zomboidism, a world at constant war, a political system in disarray. We hear some myths and lies so frequently that they feel like truths: Civilization is humankind's greatest accomplishment. Progress is undeniable. Count your blessings. You're lucky to be alive here and now. Well, maybe we are and maybe we aren't. Civilized to Death counters the idea that progress is inherently good, arguing that the "progress" defining our age is analogous to an advancing disease. Prehistoric life, of course, was not without serious dangers and disadvantages. Many babies died in infancy. A broken bone, infected wound, snakebite, or difficult pregnancy could be life-threatening. But ultimately, Christopher Ryan questions, were these pre-civilized dangers more murderous than modern scourges, such as car accidents, cancers, cardiovascular disease, and a technologically prolonged dying process? Civilized to Death "will make you see our so-called progress in a whole new light" (Book Riot) and adds to the timely conversation that "the way we have been living is no longer sustainable, at least as long as we want to the earth to outlive us" (Psychology Today). Ryan makes the claim that we should start looking backwards to find our way into a better future.
Автор: Price Lee Название: Fifa Football ISBN: 1910515477 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781910515471 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 5516.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
EA's most beautiful game - the FIFA series - has proved a global success. It has sold a record-breaking number of copies, garnered numerous plaudits and awards, and established itself as the leading sports title on the market.
But it almost never was.
Back in 1993, when the Premier League was still in its infancy, the Champions League a new-fangled term, and Lionel Messi had just started to kick a ball, EA Sports took a punt on the FIFA license for their first 'soccer' game.
But, with the World Cup rights secured by a rival ahead of USA 94, bigwigs at the Canada-based firm started to fret that FIFA International Soccer would flop, and almost pulled the plug on what would become a seminal release.
Instead, the game confounded all expectations and - despite being released in December - became the best-selling game of the year. EA had unwittingly stumbled upon a diamond.
In FIFA Football, author Lee Price explores the history of the series including its gameplay and unique isometric camera angle, the battle with Pro Evolution Soccer for gaming supremacy, and the hi-tech software used to put together FIFA 16 - a release which includes women's teams for the first time. It's a series which continues to innovate and exhilarate.
The book includes exclusive contributions from key figures in the FIFA story as well as behind-the-scenes insights from EA's HQ in Vancouver. It also details the futuristic head-scanning process that captures the players you love, the world of FUT, YouTubers, competitive gaming, soundtracks, FIFA's spinoffs, and so much more.
This is the definitive story of the FIFA video game.
Автор: Price N. Lee S. Название: No Greater Honor: Lessons from My Life as a Soldier ISBN: 1098329031 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781098329037 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 1930.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: No Greater Honor is a fascinating look at leadership principles from the perspective of a retired Major General in the US Army, one of the few women to have achieved that rank. The advice she offers is based on her own experience but is also applicable to other industries. She shares the lessons she learned from almost 40 years uniform. Her stories capture the opportunities she seized and the struggles she faced as she rose through the ranks from Private First Class to Major General. No Greater Honor provides guidance for both those just beginning their leadership journey as well as those in senior leadership roles. General Price shares stories that reflect the difficulty of a woman entering into the white male-led military. They are poignant, humorous, and thought-provoking. She covers topics that are not typically covered in canned leadership speeches. Her leadership lessons are particularly relevant for discussions regarding social justice. She addresses a leader's duty to care and to speak up for others. General Price also ventures into the areas of personal space, resiliency, and trust. The chapter on diversity, inclusion, and unconscious bias will enlighten you and cause you to rethink your own decision making. General Price provides a look inside the Army from the 1970s until her retirement in 2014. She walks you through the social change of the seventies that opened the doors to women, allowing them to work in roles that had traditionally been held by men-only. General Price provides plenty of content to guide others on their journey using the techniques from her military training.
Автор: Collins Norman R., Preston Lee E. Название: Concentration and Price-Cost Margins in Manufacturing Industries ISBN: 0520306562 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780520306561 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 5511.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Authors Collins and Preston, who have collaborated on earlier studies of industrial organization and marketing, are here concerned with the relationship between business concentration and profitability in American manufacturing industries. Economic theory states that prices are higher and price-cost margins wider under conditions of monopoly than under those of competition. the problem in applying this theoretical conclusion to empirical analysis and economic policy is that a gap exists between the theoretical concept of monopoly on the one hand and the measurement of concentration on the other. A number of earlier studies have analyzed samples of available data to relate measured concentration to profitability. the present study reviews these previous efforts and provides a common basis for comparison of them. It then analyzes statistical data for the year 1958 in order to obtain an extensive new collection of empirical results. This analysis focuses specifically on the inter-industry variability of price-cost margins, and seeks to explain this variability in terms of differences in concentration and other variables. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1968.
Автор: Ryan Christopher Название: Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress ISBN: 1982135654 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781982135652 Издательство: Simon & Schuster Цена: 2069.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
The actors profiled in this graphic novel share one thing in common: They're unforgettable. Born Marion Mitchell Morrison, his distinct vocal cadence, intimidating physical presence, and signature look made him a box office draw for 30 years. Few actors achieve the level of fame afforded silver screen icon, John Wayne. What makes a man a true hero? Is it the role he plays or the life he leads? Explore the life of legendary actor and philanthropist Christopher Reeve in this tribute to the man behind Superman's cape. The most influential martial artist of all time, Bruce Lee was an actor, teacher, and now, an icon. Follow Bruce's life from child actor to his tragic death and posthumous superstardom. The name Vincent Price is synonymous with all things horror. Explore the life of an actor who transcended a genre and became the voice of the darker side of life.
TidalWave's popular TRIBUTE line tells the stories of famous people who left an indelible impression on our popular culture.
The actors profiled in this graphic novel share one thing in common: They're unforgettable. Born Marion Mitchell Morrison, his distinct vocal cadence, intimidating physical presence, and signature look made him a box office draw for 30 years. Few actors achieve the level of fame afforded silver screen icon, John Wayne. What makes a man a true hero? Is it the role he plays or the life he leads? Explore the life of legendary actor and philanthropist Christopher Reeve in this tribute to the man behind Superman's cape. The most influential martial artist of all time, Bruce Lee was an actor, teacher, and now, an icon. Follow Bruce's life from child actor to his tragic death and posthumous superstardom. The name Vincent Price is synonymous with all things horror. Explore the life of an actor who transcended a genre and became the voice of the darker side of life.
TidalWave's popular TRIBUTE line tells the stories of famous people who left an indelible impression on our popular culture.
Автор: Steven Price; read by John Lee Название: By Gaslight ISBN: 1427281920 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781427281920 Издательство: Macmillan USA/Holtzbrink(MPS) Рейтинг: Цена: 7264.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Part-diary, part-guide, part-warning - The GoodFather is a light-hearted but invaluable look into the world of first-time fatherhood.
Detailing the author's eye-opening path of discovery, the book charts his journey (alongside that of his partner and their baby) as he goes through pregnancy for the first time. The nuggets of information he picks up along the way, the tips to help smooth the process for all parties, and the precious opportunities to bank some brownie points, are all detailed.
This isn't your typical lecture on pregnancy and fatherhood, rather a real, tangible, honest account of what will happen, and how to survive it.
In this book:
> Learn essentials such as key dates, what happens at maternity appointments, what to pack for the hospital, and how to avoid blowing your cash on needless baby tat.
> Dig into an A-Z terminology guide to help you navigate the ridiculous amount of jargon that comes with being an expectant father.
> Get up-to-speed on baby milestones and size guides, some painfully-learned maternity shopping advice, and the importance of good snacks.
> Oh, and a chapter about sex. Don't get your hopes up. Seriously.
> This book also features regular 'real parents tips' from mothers and fathers whose comments haven't been passed through some rose-tinted filter.
The Author
Lee Price is an award-nominated national print journalist and published sportswriter. Previously of Shoot magazine, and a feature writer at The Sun newspaper, Lee is currently 'PR & Mischief Champion' at Paddy Power. Lee has written a number of previous titles including: FIFA Football: The Story Behind The Video Game Sensation, The Bundesliga Blueprint: How Germany became the Home of Football and Turning My Back on the Premier League.
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