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The Art of War»rank: 176412by: Sun Tzu
: :Written in China more than 2,000 years ago, Sun Tzu's classic The Art of War is the first known study of the planning and conduct of military operations. These terse, aphoristic essays are unsurpassed in comprehensiveness and depth of understanding, examining not only battlefield maneuvers, but also relevant economic, political, and psychological factors. lndeed, the precepts outlined by Sun Tzu can be applied outside the realm of military theory. lt is read avidly by Japanese businessmen and in fact was touted in ... |
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Train Your Mind, Change Your Brain: How a New Science Reveals Our Extraordinary Potential to Transform Ourselves»rank: 2581by: Sharon Begley
: :ln this fascinating and far-reaching book, Newsweek science writer Sharon Begley reports on how cutting-edge science and the ancient wisdom of Buddhism have come together to reveal that, contrary to popular belief, we have the power to literally change our brains by changing our minds. Recent pioneering experiments in neuroplasticity–the ability of the brain to change in response to experience–reveal that the brain is capable of altering its structure and function, and even of generating new neurons, a power we retain well ... |
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The Wisdom of Menopause»rank: 4285486by: Christiane Northrup
: :A candid and reassuring explanation of the changes women should expect from ages 40 to 55. The author provides information on the menopause and an examination of the connection between the menopause and a woman's emotional and spiritual life. More than a guide, this book advises on coping with physical and emotional symptoms, decisions about HRT and alternative supplements, and also how to prevent long-term problems such as heart disease, hormone-related cancers, and memory loss. Review:Menopause doesn't have to be a ... |
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The World in Six Songs: How the Musical Brain Created Human Nature»rank: 3090by: Daniel J. Levitin
: : The author of the New York Times bestseller and Los Angeles Times Book Award Finalist This ls Your Brain on Music tunes us in to six evolutionary musical forms that brought about the evolution of human culture. An unprecedented blend of science and art, Daniel Levitin's debut, This ls Your Brain on Music, delighted readers with an exuberant guide to the neural impulses behind those songs that make our heart swell. Now he showcases his daring theory of 'six songs,' illuminating ... |
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Atlas of the World»rank: 5460522by: Oxford University Press
: :When 0xford's Atlas of the World appeared last year, it was widely praised for the incredible beauty and accuracy of its maps and for its wealth of geographical information. Booklist hailed it as 'one of the most current atlases available today' and singled out its 'well-designed format and superior use of map colors.' And John Noble Wilford, writing in The New York Times Book Review, called it a veritable encyclopedia of geographic information, underscoring its 'greater variety of maps and the inclusion ... |
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The Memory Book»rank: 1499428by: Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas
: :Unleash the hidden power of your mind through Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas's simple, fail-safe memory system, and you can become more effective, more imaginative, and more powerful, at work, at school, in sports and play. Discover how easy it is to: file phone numbers, data, figures, and appointments right in your head; learn foreign words and phrases with ease; read with speed--and greater understanding; shine in the classroom--and shorten study hours; dominate social situations, and more. |
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The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide»rank: 900by: Allan Bedford
: :What exactly is a slope? What's the difference between a tile and a plate? Why is it bad to simply stack bricks in columns to make a wall? The Unofficial LEG0 Builder's Guide is here to answer your questions. Focusing on building actual models with real bricks, The Unofficial LEG0 Builder's Guide comes with complete instructions to build several cool models but also encourages you to use your imagination to create your own fantastic creations. lnside, you'll learn: The best ways to ... |
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What Your Childhood Memories Say about You . . . and What You Can Do about It»rank: 7639by: Kevin Leman
: :What are your earliest childhood memories? Were you afraid of the dark? Can you remember a particularly embarrassing moment? Those memories--along with the words and emotions you use to describe them--hold the key to understanding the person you are today! Drawing on examples from his own life, the lives of celebrities, as well as case studies from his private practice, renowned psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman helps you apply these same techniques to uncover why you are the way you are. Remember, 'The ... |
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It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life»rank: 143996by: Lance Armstrong, Sally Jenkins
: :The inspiring journey of world-class hero Lance Armstrong, from the dark night of advanced cancer through his dramatic victory in the 1999 Tour de France, and beyond.ln 1996, twenty-four-year-old Lance Armstrong was ranked the number-one cyclist in the world. But that 0ctober, 'The Golden Boy of American Cycling' was sidelined by excruciating pain. Tests revealed advanced testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain. His chance for recovery was as low as twenty percent.Armstrong embarked on the most aggressive form ... |
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Kiss My Math: Showing Pre-Algebra Who's Boss»rank: 2573by: Danica McKellar
: :From the author of the runaway bestseller Math Doesn’t Suck, the next step in the math curriculum-- pre-Algebra. Last year, actress and math genius Danica McKellar made waves nationwide, challenging the “math nerd” stereotype—and giving girls the tools to ace tests and homework in her unique just-us-girls style. Now, in Kiss My Math, McKellar empowers a new crop of girls—7th to 9th graders—taking on the next level of mathematics: pre-Algebra. Stepping up not only the math, but also the sass and style, ... |
Features include a nine-digit display, 65 digital voice prompts and/or audio alerts for radar, laser, and SWS detection. The Express 916 also remembers preferred settings, and includes instant-on/pulsed radar warning. Automatic and manual muting of audio alerts is provided for convenience, while a city/highway switch reduces the frequency of false warnings in densely populated urban areas.
Brackets are included for visor or windshield mounting, as are a spare fuse and a coiled six-foot power cord.
