This volume reviews recent research progress in the field of quasar absorption line systems, from both observational and theoretical perspectives. The seventy-eight papers cover topics ranging from the galaxy-absorber connection, Lyman-alpha systems, abundances and dust, and high redshift studies including re-ionisation, to models and numerical simulations concerning many of these aspects. The papers include detailed reviews by leading researchers in these fields as well as many new results reported here for the first time, and provide a valuable resource for graduate students and...

This book was first published in 1986.

This is an accessible and up to date text for students on police-related degree courses covering a highly topical area of policing. Terrorism has become a major issue for policing during the 21st century, exacerbated by world events, the emerging new terrorism with its global implications, and a growing need to develop effective counter-terrorism strategies. The book provides students with a historical perspective, introduces a number of well established theories relating to terrorism, and considers how the UK has responded by developing a counter terrorism strategy. In a fast-moving area, it...

Peter Williams approaches afresh the life and music of arguably the most studied of all composers, interpreting both Bach's life by deconstructing his original obituary in the light of more recent information and his music by evaluating his priorities and irrepressible creative energy. How, even though belonging to musical families on both his parents' sides, did he come to possess so bewitching a sense of rhythm and melody and a mastery of harmony that established nothing less than a norm in Western culture? In considering that the works of a composer are his biography, the book's title A...

A comprehensive guide to the basic techniques and equipment: all you need to know, from tinning an edge, painting and etching to simple home cutting, delicate folk painting and frosted patterning. It features over 300 photographs of the finished projects so you can what you are aiming at.

The Practise & Pass 11+ Discover level is for beginners, introducing children to exam questions and tests so they can get the basics right first. Boasting expert coaching and guidance for parents and children on the syllabus, each Discover book explains how to tackle the example questions correctly and is filled with hundreds of brand new, authentic practise questions.

The Practise & Pass 11+ Develop level is for children who have grasped the basics of 11+ exam questions and tests. Boasting the same expert coaching for parents and children as the previous level, Discover, each Develop book gives tips and guidance on tackling example questions correctly and is filled with hundreds of brand new, authentic practise questions.

This study guide features four full-length timed tests filled with original questions in the multiple choice format. It provides an opportunity for students to prepare for the 11+ or Common Entrance exam, practise their techniques, and improve performance.

The science and technology of hydrocolloids used in food and related systems has seen many new developments and advances over recent years. This book presents the latest research from leading experts in the field.

There is a powerful sense of place at the seaside. You know what to expect. Fishing villages usually have a pier, boats, lobster pots, and masses of seagulls while resort towns have esplanades, piers, grand hotels and gardens. Certain seaside towns have just about everything: Weymouth, for example, has a grand parade of hotels, a wide esplanade and a small fishing village. Blackpool has more of everything three piers, miles of hotels, the Tower, Winter Gardens, trams, illuminations but no fishing and no castle There is something about the seaside that brings out the beating heart of John...