This book addresses the prediction and control of noise and vibration in ventilation systems and their psychoacoustic effects on people. The content is based on the authors\' research and lecture material on building acoustics and provides insights into the development of prediction methods and control of noise and vibration from ventilation systems, and an assessment of their psychological effects

Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering: A Design-Led Approach is ideal for a first course in materials for mechanical, civil, biomedical, aerospace and other engineering disciplines. The authors\' systematic method includes first analyzing and selecting properties to match materials to design through the use of real-world case studies and then examining the science behind the material properties

A business memoir and manual from Matthew Ingle, the founder of

An electrifying, magical debut novel about a young girl whose life with a travelling circus is upended as Europe is ravaged by the Second World

New York-based photographer Henry Leutwyler\'s new book Document examines humble objects from iconic moments such as the first moonwalk, political assassinations or episodes in the lives of musicians, artists and athletes. Ten years in the making, Document is essentially a collection of portraits of things: Mahatma Gandhi\'s sandal, Alan Shepard\'s golf club, Janis Joplin\'s acoustic guitar, Jack Ruby\'s

Uncivil Liberalism studies how ideas of liberty from the colonized South claimed universality in the North. Recovering the political theory of Dadabhai Naoroji, India\'s pre-eminent liberal, this book offers an original global history of this process by focussing on Naoroji\'s pre-occupation with social interdependence and civil peace in an age of growing cultural diversity and economic inequality.

This adorable book provides an easy-to-read introduction to pet rabbits. The book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and index. This Little Blue Readers book is at Level 2, aligned to reading levels of grades K-1 and interest levels of grades

The second spellbinding adventure in the magical middle grade series by the author of The Huntress, perfect for fans of Starfell, Nevermoor and A Pinch of

A stunning biography of history\'s most infamous warlord, Attila the Hun For a crucial twenty years in the early fifth century, Attila held the fate of the Roman Empire and the future of all Europe in his hands. He created the greatest of barbarian forces, and his empire briefly rivaled Rome\'s. In numerous raids and three major campaigns against the Roman Empire, he earned himself an instant and undying

Describes Tolstoy\'s crisis of depression and estrangement from the world. This work describes his search for \'a practical religion not promising future bliss but giving bliss on

MyMaths for Key Stage 3 works with MyMaths to deliver the curriculum. This student book is for middle ability students nearing the end of KS3. Its unique emphasis on visible progression and visual engagement, along with direct links to the MyMaths site, help to bring maths alive for your average-level

This selection of writings from the most important moments in the history of Christianity has become established as a classic reference work, providing insights into 2000 years of Christian theological and political debate. While retaining the original material selected by Henry Bettenson, Chris Maunder has added a substantial section of more recent writings. These illustrate the Second Vatican Council;

Until 1893, Mary Kingsley lived the typical life of a single Victorian woman, tending to sick relatives and keeping house for her brother. However, on the death of her parents, she undertook an extraordinary decision: with no prior knowledge of the region, she set out alone to West Africa to pursue her anthropological

\"This is like TiVo for your work.\" -BusinessWeek In a results-only workplace, employees can do whatever they want whenever they want, as long as the work gets done. No more pointless meetings, racing to get in at 9:00, or begging for permission to watch your kid play soccer. You make the decisions about what you do and where you do it. It sounds like a fantasy, but Cali Ressler and Jody Thompson

Misakis dream of becoming a video game designeris sent off the rails when he meets a rival who brings out his very bestand his absolute