Product Description: An introduction to the fundamental concepts of solid materials and their properties The primary recommended text of the Council of Engineering Institutions for university undergraduates studying the mechanics of solids New chapters covering revisionary mathematics, geometrical properties of symmetrical sections, bending stresses in beams, composites and the finite element method Free electronic resources and web downloads support the material contained within this book Mechanics of Solids provides an introduction to the behaviour of solid materials and their properties, focusing upon the fundamental concepts and principles of statics and stress analysis...read more

Ken Campbell, Windsor Davies, John Bird, and John Fortune star in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatization. -- This witty adaptation of Lewis Carrolls enduring childrens classic boasts the much-loved Jabberwocky poem amongst its sparkling collection of gems. -- When Alices wish to visit the Looking Glass world comes true, she cant resist delving deeper and deeper into a land of caustic characters and twisted logic. -- So begins a game of chess on a grand scale, where the inhabitants of each square have their own set of rules. In her bid to become Queen of the Chess Board, Alice takes adviceand sometimes downright criticismfrom such peculiar folk as Humpty Dumpty, Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the Lion and the Unicorn, and very helpful gnat. -- Even when she has earned her crown, the ordeal awaits of dinner with the Red and White Queens -- and Alice learns an important lesson about not eating food youve been introduced to.

Product Description: A practical introduction to the engineering science required for engineering study and practice. Science for Engineering is an introductory textbook that assumes no prior background in engineering. This new edition covers the fundamental scientific knowledge that all trainee engineers must acquire in order to pass their exams, and has been brought fully in line with the compulsory science and mathematics units in the new engineering course specifications...read more

Product Description: Introductory mathematics written specifically for students new to engineering Now in its sixth edition, Basic Engineering Mathematics is an established textbook that has helped thousands of students to succeed in their exams. John Bird's approach is based on worked examples and interactive problems...read more

Product Description: This much-loved textbook introduces electrical and electronic principles and technology to students who are new to the subject. Real-world situations and engineering examples put the theory into context. The inclusion of worked problems with solutions really help aid your understanding and further problems then allow you to test and confirm you have mastered each subject...read more

Product Description: This much-loved textbook explains the principles of electrical circuit theory and technology so that students of electrical and mechanical engineering can master the subject. Real-world situations and engineering examples put the theory into context...read more

Product Description: Studying engineering, whether it is mechanical, electrical or civil relies heavily on an understanding of mathematics. This new textbook clearly demonstrates the relevance of mathematical principles and shows how to apply them to solve real-life engineering problems...read more

Colour layout helps navigation and highlights key learning points, formulae and exercises Fully up-to-date with Levels 2 and 3 of the BTEC Engineering Specifications Containing 1000 worked problems, 1750 further problems and 238 multiple-choice questions and answers Real-world situations and engineering examples put the theory into context John Bird’s approach to mathematics, based on numerous worked examples supported by problems, is ideal for students of a wide range of abilities. Theory is kept to a minimum, with the emphasis firmly placed on problem-solving skills, making this a thoroughly practical introduction to the mathematics engineering that students need to master. This book presents a logical topic progression rather than following the structure of a particular syllabus, and is suitable for all Level 3 vocational students, early Foundation Degree students and for any introductory course involving engineering mathematics. However, the coverage has been carefully matched to the mathematics units within the 2010 Level 2 and 3 BTEC National Specifications. In this sixth edition there is new material on logarithms, exponential functions, vectors, and methods of alternating waveforms. The book now includes even more problems to work through. Ideal for use as tests or homework, full solutions to the revision tests are supplied on the accompanying instructor’s website.

Product Description: A Veteran Retires Moves to Arizona is a story of a fictional character R Andy Frank who moves to Arizona to be around several of his Vet buddy s Andy meets a younger woman who was their server at breakfast They had one date that changes their lives Andy s Vet buddies came to their aid in a conflict with the Las Vegas mob The FBI does not believe Andy s and his new friends story which results in depression in the woman which is similar to Andy and his buddies PTSD Andy assists the FBI in developing border surveillance of illegal gunrunning An interesting story of a guy who just wants to be left alone in his retirement who feels compelled to assist a young woman in need The story of two people who develop a relationship which Andy does not want being he is twice her age and her fear of men because of abuse and medical reasons The story explores different feelings and emotions They become closer in assisting another couple develop their relationship taking the good from each and discarding the not so good issues in live A Veteran Retires Moves to Arizona is a must read for the Veteran the romantic and the Vet with PTSD and his significant othe...read more

Product Description: Mechanical Engineering Principles offers a student-friendly introduction to core engineering topics This book introduces mechanical principles and technology through examples and applications rather than theory. John Bird and Carl Ross do not assume any previous background in engineering studies, and as such this book can act as a core textbook for several engineering courses...read more

Product Description: Johannes Andersen was retired, until he was asked to assist the First Marine Division to ready for war, mainly the First Force Recon Battalion change from leg to a mechanized organization. He provided the Division Commander notes and ideas, he became known within the Corps...read more

Product Description:      Metaphor theory, observes John Bird, is like Mark Twain: both seem simple upon first introduction. Now, in the most complete study to date of Twain’s use of figurative language, a veteran Twain scholar tackles the core of his writing and explores it with theoretical approaches that have rarely been applied to Twain, providing new insights into how he imagined his world—and the singular ways in which he expressed himself...read more

Product Description: A practical introduction to the core mathematics principles required at higher engineering level John Bird’s approach to mathematics, based on numerous worked examples and interactive problems, is ideal for vocational students that require an advanced textbook...read more

Product Description: This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience...read more

Product Description: Author John Bird invites us to discover how music touches us throughout our lives, from the pulsing rhythms we experience in the womb, to the music that will escort us out of life. In between, Bird shows how music connects us with family and friends and the world of the spirit; how it can express our “authentic voice,” both as individuals and as members of particular cultural traditions; how it strengthens and unites us during times of protest, and comforts us during times of loss...read more

Product Description: This compendium of essential formulae, definitions, tables and general information provides the mathematical information required by students, technicians, scientists and engineers in day-to-day engineering practice. A practical and versatile reference source, now in its fourth edition, the layout has been changed and the book has been streamlined to ensure the information is even more quickly and readily available - making it a handy companion on-site, in the office as well as for academic study...read more

Product Description: The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf! Electrical engineers need to master a wide area of topics to excel...read more

Product Description: If you wanted to be a successful chef you would read Gordon Ramsay's autobiography. He tells you how he became the successful cook and businessman he is today. His book provides you with a model of how he did it. Allen Carr's book does the same...read more

Product Description: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work...read more

Product Description: This textbook for courses in electrical principles, circuit theory, and electrical technology takes students from the fundamentals of the subject up to and including first degree level. The coverage is ideal for those studying engineering for the first time as part of BTEC National and other pre-degree vocational courses, especially where progression to higher levels of study is likely, as well as Higher Nationals, Foundation Degrees and first year undergraduate modules...read more

Product Description: Like the critically acclaimed Bremner, Bird and Fortune series on Channel 4, You Are Here picks away at the scabs of international politics with the voice and credibility of Rory and the two Johns, and appeals to an audience hungry for a mix of entertainment and information—tough facts made funny...read more

Product Description: London at Dawn presents a view of the city that is rarely seen. Anthony Epes photographed the capital during the tranquil hours of dawn, before the chaos of the working day, and deftly captured the spirit and beauty of one of the most exciting cities in the world...read more