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An amusing and informative illustrated guide to life beyond our own planet that covers everything from training for and living in space to the future of space travel and tourism Now that suborbital space tourism is predicted to become a billion-dollar industry in the next ten years and NASA has announced its plans for landing humans on Mars in the 2030s, the dream of traveling and living in space is taking on new reality. But given that life on Earth can be complicated enough, how can we survive and thrive in the zero-gravity, absolute-zero far reaches of space? Look no further: How to Live in Space is chock-full of all the essential information you need to equip yourself for life beyond our blue planet. Grounded in space science, planetary biology, and rocket science, this accessible guide propels readers through takeoff, life in orbit, terraforming, and the long-term effects of space on the human body. Infographics and full-color illustrations help How to Live in Space to answer your...

Der bekannte Schriftsteller Manfred Böckl stellt in diesem Sachbuch weit über hundert geheimnisvolle Orte in Ostbayern (Niederbayern und Oberpfalz) vor. Es handelt sich um Plätze, an denen es spukt; ebenso um Orte, die mit schaurigen Sagen oder unheimlichen historischen Ereignissen verbunden sind. Das Buch führt zu verwunschenen Burgruinen, gespenstischen Klöstern, uralten Totenstätten, heidnischen Naturheiligtümern, Schatzorten und, und, und ...Ein Reiseführer ins Reich des Übernatürlichen, der Einheimische und Ostbayern-Urlauber immer wieder zu spannenden Entdeckungen einlädt. Product details Format Paperback | 204 pages ...

Land der Kontraste Der Baedeker Marokko begleitet durch ein faszinierendes Land, deren lange Liste verheißungsvoller Namen unser Fernweh lockt. Das Kapitel Hintergrund beschäftigt sich mit Wissenswertem über Marokko, mit Land und Leuten, Wirtschaft und Politik, Gesellschaft und Alltagsleben. Was sind die typischen Gerichte und wo kann man sie probieren? Was kann man mit Kindern unternehmen? Antworten auf diese und viele andere Fragen, gibt das Kapitel "Erleben und Genießen". Entdecken Sie Marokko unterwegs: Spannende Touren zeigen die verschiedensten Einblicke in Marokkos Vielfalt und führen durch die Präsahara zu den höchsten Sanddünen, über Hochpässe ins Drâatal, an wunderschöne Küsten und lebendige Städte. Orte, an denen man aber auch nicht einfach vorbeigehen sollte, sind im großen Kapitel Sehenswürdigkeiten von A - Z ausführlich beschrieben. Infografiken zeigen u.a. Marokko auf einen Blick, die Berber und das flüssige Gold Marokkos. Einzigartige 3D-Darstel...

The main objective of social work is to facilitate positive changes in individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. The first step in this change process is accurate assessment - and that's the primary focus of UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT. Focusing on individual behavior within families and other systems, this book will help you understand the underlying reasons why people act the way they do. You'll learn about biological, psychological, and social development at different lifespan stages, as well as about the benefits of strengths and empowerment approaches to social work. To further prepare you for your career, this edition's content aligns with the core competencies and recommended behaviors outlined in the current Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Product details ...

New York is a city of superlatives. It has the largest population, greatest wealth, broadest diversity and most elegant museums in the nation. With that comes an amazing history. This tour of the Big Apple goes beyond the traditional guidebook to offer visitors and residents alike a chance to walk back in time along the streets of Manhattan. George Washington took his first oath of office on the steps of Federal Hall. Visitors can still dine at the famed Fraunces Tavern and worship at historic St. Paul's Chapel. From the Brooklyn Bridge to stunning skyscrapers, the city celebrates its own history and that of the nation. Join author Alison Fortier as she traces the history and heritage of America's largest metropolis. Product details Format Paperback ...

Kann der Flügelschlag eines Schmetterlings in Brasilien einen Tornado in Texas auslösen? Der Chaostheorie zufolge ja. Alles beginnt um 7:37 Uhr in einem kleinen Ort in England: Ein Schmetterling schlägt mit den Flügeln. Das führt dazu, dass ein Hase zwischen die Beine eines Pferdes gerät, das daraufhin stolpert und sich verletzt. Aus diesem Grund gewinnt ein anderes Pferd das wenig später stattfindende Pferderennen. Ein Mann namens Dean hatte auf diese Pferd gesetzt und kauft seiner Tochter, die Geburtstag hat, von dem Gewinn einen Haufen Luftballons. Doch das Mädchen lässt sie los. Sie steigen in den Himmel und geraten in die Triebwerke eines Flugzeugs ... Product details For ages 14+ ...

For thousands of years, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has helped countless people with their health, and is still widely sought after today--especially by those all over the world who are intrigued by natural healing and healthcare. The culture underlying TCM is broad and the information incredibly extensive, which means it can be difficult to know where to start for those who are interested in learning. This book does just that, providing both an encyclopedia of knowledge in the field, while also acting as a practical manual to guide readers to greater health. It offers an effective, easy-to-learn set of daily TCM skills and expert advice on how to use them. Through this book, you can learn: Basic concepts such as yin-yang, the five elements, meridians and acupoints, qi, blood flow and constitutionHow to judge your own health status through constitution tests and develop a personalized health plan for yourselfHow to make external adjustments for your health through TCM practices ...

Can frightful survive alone? Sam Gribley has been told that it is illegal to harbor an endangered bird, so when his beloved falcon, Frightful, comes home, he has to let her go. But Frightful doesn't know how to live alone in the wild. She can't feed herself, mate, brood chicks, or migrate. Frightful struggles to survive and learns to enjoy her new freedom. But she feels a bond with Sam that can never be broken, and more than anything else, she wants to return to him. The sequel to My Side of the Mountain and On the Far Side of the Mountain from Newbery Medal-winning author Jean Craighead George. "Fans of My Side of the Mountain will be glad to revisit Sam Gribley in this sequel." --The Horn Book "Frightful's Mountain is a novel that will change the way you look at the world." --The New York Times Book Review Frightful's story is filled with excitement and adventure. --School Library Journal Pr...

What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Struggling to deal with her brother's death and a past she refuses to confront, Stevie knows she has problems. But she's still furious about the fact that she's been packed off to a health clinic, in the middle of nowhere, where mobile phones are banned and communication with the outside world is strictly by permission only. The regimented and obtrusive nature of the clinic and its staff is torture to the deeply private, obstinate Stevie - and don't even get her started on the other 'inmates'. All she wants is to be left alone... But as Stevie is about to find out, life is full of surprises. And she will prove herself stronger than she knows - even when her past finally catches her up in the most shocking and brutal way possible. Product details For ages ...

EVOLVE is a six-level English course that gets students speaking with confidence. Drawing on insights from language teaching experts and real students, this Level 1 (CEFR A1) Student's Book covers all skills and focuses on the most effective and efficient ways to make progress in English. Each of the 12 units in the book features Time to speak, a lesson where decision-making and problem-solving tasks enable speaking to thrive. Optional mobile phone activities help create personalized learning experiences. Product details Format Paperback | 174 pages Dimensions ...

This New Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to the role and work of the occupational therapist with regard to physical illness or disability (as opposed to disorders of mental health). The aim of the text is to link OT theory with day-to-day practice. The book is designed to meet the needs of today's students but it is also recognised that many qualified OTs use the book for reference and the book has been designed and structured to make it easy to use by those who want to dip into it for quick reference as well as by the student. Product details Format Hardback | 688 pages Dimen...

During the late 1960s, Normalization and Social Role Valorization (SRV) enabled the widespread emergence of community residential options and then provided the philosophical climate within which educational integration, supported employment, and community participation were able to take firm root. This book is unique in tracing the evolution and impact of Normalization and SRV over the last quarter-century, with many of the chapter authors personally involved in a still-evolving international movement. Product details Format Paperback | 571 pages Dimensions ...