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 Countering the New Terrorism By Ian O. Lesser 1999 | 182 Pages | ISBN: 0833026674 | PDF | 6 MB This is a fairly recently produced document that could act as a primer for terrorists activities against the US. The books main thrust was how these new terrorist organization threaten the US Air Force and what the Air Force can do to protect itself. Do not worry about the book being to narrow, the authors take a much broader view at describing the terrorist threat and we are not bogged down by new and improved guard post theories. As the book was written before 9-11 there are some comments that are chilling when viewed with today's knowledge of recent history.The book covers the basic organization structures of the terrorist organizations and how they operate. The book also gives a brief run down of who the current organizations that are active. It also talks about the trends in terrorism in both the type of groups and the type of attacks. The point the authors make is that there are fewer attacks, but they are increasing in their destructiveness. My only complaint was that the section talking about the organizational structures of the terrorist groups started to read like a management textbook, a little dry and dull. Overall the book is interesting with some very interesting comments viewed in a post 9-11 world. If you are looking for a quick brief of terrorists then this is a good place to start.  Controlling the Quantum World: The Science of Atoms, Molecules, and Photons By Committee on AMO2010, National Research Council 2007 | 244 Pages | ISBN: 0309102707 | PDF | 12 MB As part of the Physics 2010 decadal survey project, the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation requested that the National Research Council assess the opportunities, over roughly the next decade, in atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) science and technology. In particular, the National Research Council was asked to cover the state of AMO science, emphasizing recent accomplishments and identifying new and compelling scientific questions. "Controlling the Quantum World", discusses both the roles and challenges for AMO science in instrumentation; scientific research near absolute zero; development of extremely intense x-ray and laser sources; exploration and control of molecular processes; photonics at the nanoscale level; and development of quantum information technology. This book also offers an assessment of and recommendations about critical issues concerning maintaining U.S. leadership in AMO science and technology.  Jon Frew, "Contemporary Psychotherapies for a Diverse World: First Revised Edition" English | ISBN: 0415898382 | 2012 | 630 pages | PDF | 6 MB This unique text is the first to provide an introduction to the theory and practice of the major theories of psychotherapy and, at the same time, illustrate how these approaches are dealing with the ever-increasing diversity of today's clients. Frew and Spiegler have assembled the leading contemporary authorities on each theory to offer an insider's perspective that includes exposure to the style and language used by adherents of the approach, which is not available in any other text. The history of each approach and the latest, cutting-edge theory and practice are integrated with an emphasis on an awareness of the needs of diverse non-majority clients, creating a comprehensive, practical, and invaluable text for any counseling theories course.  Andreas Müller, "Constructing Practical Reasons" English | ISBN: 0198754329 | 2021 | 256 pages | PDF | 8 MB Some things are reasons for us to perform certain actions. That it will spare you great pain in the future, for example, is a reason for you to go to the dentist now, and that you are already late for work is a reason for you not to read the next article in the morning paper. Why are such considerations reasons for or against certain actions? Constructivism offers an intriguing answer to this question. Its basic idea is often encapsulated in the slogan that reasons are not discovered but made by us. Andreas Mller elaborates this idea into a fully-fledged account of practical reasons, makes its theoretical commitments explicit, and defends it against some well-known objections.  Constitutional Politics in Canada and the United States By Stephen L. Newman 2004 | 291 Pages | ISBN: 0791459373 | PDF | 2 MB Comparative study of American and Canadian constitutionalism, especially rights jurisprudence.  Community Informatics : Shaping Computer-Mediated Social Networks By Dave Eagle, Barry Hague, Leigh Keeble, Brian D. Loader 2001 | 413 Pages | ISBN: 0415231116 | PDF | 2 MB Community groups, social support networks, voluntary agencies and government organisations are all actively exploring the potential of the new information and communication technologies to bring about democratic development and renewal. A rich variety of social experiments in what has become known as Community Informatics is now beginning to provide useful research findings and exciting examples of innovative applications. This book sets down some of the defining features of a Community Informatics approach and some of the common themes which are emerging. In particular it considers the following issues: * sustainability * employment * community management * public service provision * partnerships of stakeholders * local learning * social support and networks. This edited collection brings together leading exponents of Community Informatics from around the world and critically evaluates their experiences.  Commonwealth Cruisers 1939-45 (New Vanguard) by Angus Konstam English | October 20, 2015 | ISBN: 1472805011 | 48 pages | EPUB | 22 Mb In the early 20th century Britain's largest colonies established their own small naval presence, and their ships fought alongside the Royal Navy during World War I. These fleets were expanded slightly during the inter-war years, and in 1939 the Royal Australian Navy, the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal New Zealand Navy willingly joined the fight on behalf of the British Commonwealth. For the most part these small navies consisted of a few cruisers and destroyers, designed to protect territorial waters and to protect local sea lanes. However, these warships and their crews soon found themselves involved in a global war, and consequently were called upon to fight wherever they were needed, against the Germans, the Italians and the Japanese. At the start of the war the Royal Australian Navy was the largest of these Commonwealth navies, but the problems of supplying its wartime needs from the far side of the world hindered its expansion. From late 1941 it also found itself fighting a very different war from the British, and found itself working closely with the US Navy to contain the Japanese in the Pacific. Here it was supported by the smaller Royal New Zealand Navy - while both of these Commonwealth fleets had fought with distinction in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, it was in the Pacific Theater that they would make their mark. Geography meant that the Royal Canadian Navy was thrust into the forefront of the Battle of the Atlantic, and while its fleet expanded rapidly during the war, its sailors also earned a reputation for commitment, professionalism and cheerfulness which helped overcome many of the tribulations of this gruelling naval campaign. The RCN ended the war as the largest of these three Commonwealth fleets. This book tells the story of these small cruiser forces, and the men who served the Allied cause so well during the long and brutal war at sea.  Commercial Real Estate: Journey Towards Financial Freedom: What Everyone Ought To Know About Commercial Real Estate Investing in 3 Simple Steps by Michael Steven English | December 18, 2020 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B08QST6SKK | 140 pages | Rar (PDF, AZW3) | 1.38 Mb Power up your investment portfolio and earn more than you ever thought possible  Klaus Schmeh, Elonka Dunin, "Codebreaking: A Practical Guide" English | ISBN: 147214421X | 2020 | EPUB | 528 pages | 34 MB 'This is at last the single book on codebreaking that you must have. If you are not yet addicted to cryptography, this book will get you addicted. Read, enjoy, and test yourself on history's great still-unbroken messages!' JARED DIAMOND is the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Guns, Germs, and Steel; Collapse; and other international bestsellers  Christians and Muslims: From Double Standards to Mutual Understanding By Hugh Goddard 1995 | 214 Pages | ISBN: 0700703640 | PDF | 2 MB Hugh Goddard provides a cogent analysis to the problems inherent in Christian-Muslim understanding. He begins by recognizing the great level of ignorance that exists between these religious communities and the subjective standards they apply to each other. Both Christians and Muslims criticize each other through a flawed and narrow lens that distorts rather than illuminates, and when self-criticism is applied double-standards emerge. Goddard offers an alternative which challenges both religious communities to adopt a more consistent approach in the way they observe and understand each other. Although Goddard may not resolve all the complexities of interfaith dialogue, he provides a foundation for mutual understanding to take place. This is, perhaps, the best book I've read on Christian-Muslim relations. I strongly recommend it to anyone interested in understanding the dynamics between Christianity and Islam and/or comparative religions. |
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