Loadbearing systems are the basis of any structure. In order to provide architecture students with an easily understandable introduction to the field of supporting structures, this volume begins with the fundamentals of loads and forces and then moves on to building components and finally to loadbearing systems, together with their characteristic attributes.
Loadbearing systems are the basis of any structure. In order to provide architecture students with an easily understandable introduction to the fie...
The design of supply pipework and systems in buildings requires an understanding of the relationships between water supply and disposal. Basics Water Cycles presents the fundamentals and technical background of sanitary installations, and explains clearly the key factors that must be considered in the design of water cycles in buildings.
The design of supply pipework and systems in buildings requires an understanding of the relationships between water supply and disposal. Basics...
The global economy is dominated by a powerful set of established and emerging capitalisms, from the long-standing capitalist economies of the West to the rising economies of the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries. An understanding of capitalism is therefore fundamental to understanding the modern world. Capitalism: The Basics is an accessible introduction to a variety of capitalisms and explores key topics such as:
the history of major capitalist economies;
the central role played by both states and markets in the global...
The global economy is dominated by a powerful set of established and emerging capitalisms, from the long-standing capitalist economies of the West ...
Sport Management: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to sport management which considers a range of contemporary philosophical, social, cultural and political matters as they impact on this growing field. Drawing links between academic theory and practice, it explores the current challenges facing managers in the sport industry, addressing topics including:
the history of sport management
the role of the manager
levels of management
the public, private and voluntary sectors
sport management in the...
Sport Management: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to sport management which considers a range of contemporary philosophical, ...
Sport Management: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to sport management which considers a range of contemporary philosophical, social, cultural and political matters as they impact on this growing field. Drawing links between academic theory and practice, it explores the current challenges facing managers in the sport industry, addressing topics including:
the history of sport management
the role of the manager
levels of management
the public, private and voluntary sectors
sport management in the...
Sport Management: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to sport management which considers a range of contemporary philosophical, ...
The global economy is dominated by a powerful set of established and emerging capitalisms, from the long-standing capitalist economies of the West to the rising economies of the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries. An understanding of capitalism is therefore fundamental to understanding the modern world. "Capitalism: The Basics "is an accessible introduction to a variety of capitalisms and explores key topics such as:
the history of major capitalist economies;
the central role played by both states and markets in the global economy;
the...
The global economy is dominated by a powerful set of established and emerging capitalisms, from the long-standing capitalist economies of the West ...
From the most basic terms to the structures and practices of the Church, this book offers a plain-speaking introduction to Roman Catholicism. Now in a second edition, it contains new sections on relations with other faiths, coverage of recent controversies in the Church and an expanded section on social teaching. It covers:
Roman Catholic beliefs and traditions
practices and devotional life rituals, prayer, mass
Church structures and authorities from Vatican to parish church
Church hierarchies and people from bishops to the laity
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From the most basic terms to the structures and practices of the Church, this book offers a plain-speaking introduction to Roman Catholicism. Now i...
Folklore: The Basics is an engaging guide to the practice and interpretation of folklore. Taking examples from around the world, it explores the role of folklore in expressing fundamental human needs, desires, and anxieties that often are often not revealed through other means. Providing a clear framework for approaching the study of folklore, it introduces the reader to methodologies for identifying, documenting, interpreting and applying key information about folklore and its relevance to modern life. From the Brothers Grimm to Internet Memes, it addresses such topics as:
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Folklore: The Basics is an engaging guide to the practice and interpretation of folklore. Taking examples from around the world, it explor...
