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Thinking fast and slow
In the highly anticipated Thinking, Fast and Slow, Kahneman takes us on a groundbreaking tour of the mind and explains the two systems that drive the way we think. System 1 is fast, intuitive, and emotional; System 2 is slower, more deliberative, and more logical. Kahneman exposes the extraordinary capabilities—and also the faults and biases—of fast thinking, and reveals the pervasive influence of intuitive impressions on our thoughts and behavior. The impact of loss aversion and overconfidence on corporate strategies, the difficulties of predicting what will make us happy in the future, the challenges of properly framing risks at work and at home, the profound effect of cognitive biases on everything from playing the stock market to planning the next vacation—each of these can be understood only by knowing how the two systems work together to shape our judgments and decisions.Engaging the reader in a lively conversation about how we think, Kahneman reveals where we can and cannot trust our intuitions and how we can tap into the benefits of slow thinking. He offers practical and enlightening insights into how choices are made in both our business and our personal lives—and how we can use different techniques to guard against the mental glitches that often get us into trouble. Thinking, Fast and Slow will transform the way you think about thinking.
Organic chemistry
This bestselling book provides updated, refined coverage of modern organic chemistry. It includes new skill-building exercises, problems, and challenge problems that help readers apply the material. Also enables readers to learn a difficult subject with the help of an engaging writing style. It highlights biological and other real-world chemistry in the chapters and contains the organic view cd, a browser-based study tool with animated 3d graphics and review sections. · the basics: bonding and molecular structure · representative carbon compounds: functional groups, intermolecular forces, and infrared (ir) spectroscopy · an introduction to organic reactions and their mechanisms: acids and bases · nomenclature and conformations of alkanes and cycloalkanes · stereochemistry: chiral molecules · ionic reactions: nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions of alkyl halides · alkenes and alkynes i: properties and synthesis. Elimination reactions of alkyl halides · alkenes and alkynes ii: addition reaction · nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectrometry: tools for structure determination · radical reactions · alcohols and ethers · alcohols from carbonyl compounds: oxidation-reduction and organometallic compounds · conjugated unsaturated systems · aromatic compounds · reactions of aromatic compounds · aldehydes and ketones i: nucleophilic additions to the carbonyl group · aldehydes and ketones ii: enols and enolates · carboxylic acids and their derivatives: nucleophilic addiction-elimination at the acyl carbon · synthesis and reactions of ß-dicarbonyl compounds: more chemistry of enolates · amines · phenols and aryl halides: nucleophilic aromatic substitution · carbohydrates · lipids · amino acids & proteins · nucleic acids & protein synthesis
Materials Science and Engineering by R. Balasubramaniam
Building on the success of previous edition, this book continues to provide engineers with a strong understanding of the three primary types of materials and composites, as well as the relationships that exist between the structural elements of materials and their properties. With improved and more interactive learning modules, this textbook provides a better visualization of the concepts. Apart from serving as a text book for the basic course in materials science and engineering in engineering colleges, the book covers topics that can be used to advantage even in specialized courses pertaining to engineering materials. The book can be consulted as a good reference source for important properties of a wide variety of engineering materials, which benefits a wide spectrum of future engineers and scientists.Key FeaturesIt synchronizes contents with the sequence of topics taught in materials science and engineering courses in most universities in South Asia, while retaining the subject material of the seventh edition."Materials of Importance" pieces in most chapters provide relevance to the subject material.Updated discussions on metals, ceramics and polymers.Concept check questions test conceptual understanding.CD-ROM packaged with the book contains the last five chapters in the book, answers to concept check questions and solutions to selected problems.Virtual Materials Science and Engineering in CD-ROM to expedite learning process.Integrates numerous examples throughout the chapters that show how the material is applied in the real world.About The AuthorProfessor Balasubramaniam obtained his Bachelor of Technology degree from the Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, Institute of Technology, Benaras Hindu University, Varanasi, in 1984, securing the University Gold Medal. He went on to complete his PhD from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, USA, in 1990. He served as an Adjunct Faculty at RPI, during which time he taught the materi
WILEYS PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS -BY DAVID HALLIDAY,JEARL WALKER,RESNICK
The 10th edition of halliday's fundamentals of physics builds upon previous issues by offering several new features and additions. The book provides a very robust collection of high-quality problem sets, offering immediate and meaningful feedback to students, along with varying levels of question assistance. In addition to offering the end-of-chapter problem sets, table of contents: chapter 1: measurement chapter 2: motion along a straight line chapter 3: vector chapter 4: motion in two and three dimensions chapter 5: force and motion i chapter 6: force and motion ii chapter 7: kinetic energy and work chapter 8: potential energy and conservation of energy chapter 9: center of mass and linear momentum chapter 10: rotation chapter 11: rolling, torque and angular momentum chapter 12: equilibrium and elasticity chapter 13: gravitation chapter 14: fluids chapter 15: oscillations chapter 16: waves i chapter 17: waves ii chapter 18: temperature, heat and the first law of thermodynamics chapter 19: the kinetic theory of gases chapter 20: entropy and the second law of thermodynamics chapter 21: electric charge chapter 22: electric fields chapter 23: gauss' law chapter 24: electric potential chapter 25: capacitance chapter 26: current and resistance chapter 27: circuits chapter 28: magnetic fields chapter 29: magnetic fields due to currents chapter 30: induction and inductance chapter 31: electromagnetic oscillations and alternating current chapter 32: maxwell's equations; magnetism of matter chapter 33: electromagnetic waves chapter 34: images chapter 35: interference chapter 36: diffraction chapter 37: relativity chapter 38: photons and matter waves chapter 39: more about matter waves chapter 40: all about atoms chapter 41: conduction of electricity in solids chapter 42: nuclear physics chapter 43: energy from the nucleus chapter 44: quarks, leptons and the big bang
Percy Jackson
All year the half-bloods have been preparing for battle against the Titans, knowing the odds of victory are grim. Kronos's army is stronger than ever, and with every god and half-blood he recruits, the evil Titan's power only grows.While the Olympians struggle to contain the rampaging monster Typhon, Kronos begins his advance on New York City, where Mount Olympus stands virtually unguarded. Now it's up to Percy Jackson and an army of young demigods to stop the Lord of Time. In this momentous final book in the New York Times best-selling series, the long-awaited prophecy surrounding Percy's sixteenth birthday unfolds. And as the battle for Western civilization rages on the streets of Manhattan, Percy faces a terrifying suspicion that he may be fighting against his own fate.
The kingdom of fantasy
I knew from the start that it was no ordinary day, but I certainly didn't expect to find a golden staircase in my attic. Up at the top, there was a door. And beyond the door was a world I never could have imagined -- the Kingdom of Fantasy! Along with my guide, a frog named Scribblehopper, I set off on an incredible adventure to save the Queen of the Fairies. But along the way, I had to face giant scorpions, witches, sea serpents, pixies, and dozens of other creatures that I had only ever heard stories about. Holey cheese, what a journey! Could I save the Queen . . . and my own tail?
The quest for paradise
In this 320-page, full-color hardcover adventure, the Queen of the Fairies invites Geronimo back to her fantastical world to help in the quest for the true heart of happiness. This time Geronimo rides on the wings of a rainbow-colored dragon as he makes his way through seven fantastic lands. From the land of sweets to the land of fairy tales, it's an incredible journey he'll never forget!
Astrophysics For People In A Hurry
What is the nature of space and time? How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There’s no better guide through these mind-expanding questions than acclaimed astrophysicist and best-selling author Neil deGrasse Tyson.But today, few of us have time to contemplate the cosmos. So Tyson brings the universe down to Earth succinctly and clearly, with sparkling wit, in tasty chapters consumable anytime and anywhere in your busy day.
Just for Boys - A Book About Growing Up
Growing up is a whole lot easier if you know what to expect! This just for boys book explains puberty in an easy-to-understand and straightforward way that's perfect for explaining what can be a scary time. Packed with advice, tips, facts, and a special Q&A section, this book makes an ideal gift for your young one.
Geronimo Stilton The SIXTH Adventure in Kingdom Of Fantasy
Geronimo's sixth magical expedition. I, geronimo stilton, was shocked to find myself back in the kingdom of fantasy for a sixth time. I was needed to fulfil the ancient gemstone prophecy. The evil empress of the witches was after the royal sapphire. If she united it with her royal ruby, it would give her immense power. The entire kingdom of fantasy was in danger. It was up to me to find the two gemstones first, with the help of new friends and this time, i had to travel in disguise. Cheese niblets, what an incredible journey.
Pearson organic chemistry seventh edition
A popular introduction to organic chemistry which stresses the importance of molecular structure in understanding the properties and principles of organic chemistry. Provides a wide variety of spectra to be analyzed. Features four-color photographs throughout.
Storybooks
THERE'S SOMETHING DIFFERENT ABOUT THIS TOWN...Catrina and her family are moving to the coast of Northern California because her little sister, Maya, is sick. Cat isn't happy about leaving her friends for Bahía de la Luna, but Maya has cystic fibrosis and will benefit from the cool, salty air that blows in from the sea. As the girls explore their new home, a neighbor lets them in on a secret: There are ghosts in Bahía de la Luna. Maya is determined to meet one, but Cat wants nothing to do with them. As the time of year when ghosts reunite with their loved ones approaches, Cat must figure out how to put aside her fears for her sister's sake -- and her own. Raina Telgemeier has masterfully created a moving and insightful story about the power of family and friendship, and how it gives us the courage to do what we never thought possible.
The Journy To Atlantis
An all-new hardcover adventure featuring Thea Stilton and the Thea Sisters!At the beach by Mouseford Academy, one of the Thea Sisters discovers a mysterious boy with blue skin washed up on the shore. He speaks an unfamiliar language, so the Thea Sisters call Thea Stilton to help figure out how to communicate with him. She sets the mouselings on an exciting journey across the world to hunt for clues about the boy's origins. Could he be prince of the underwater world of Atlantis? It's up to the Thea Sisters to get him home!
SHATTER ME BOOK by Tahereh Mafi
Juliette hasn’t touched anyone in exactly 264 days.The last time she did, it was an accident, but The Reestablishment locked her up for murder. No one knows why Juliette’s touch is fatal. As long as she doesn’t hurt anyone else, no one really cares. The world is too busy crumbling to pieces to pay attention to a 17-year-old girl. Diseases are destroying the population, food is hard to find, birds don’t fly anymore, and the clouds are the wrong color.The Reestablishment said their way was the only way to fix things, so they threw Juliette in a cell. Now so many people are dead that the survivors are whispering war – and The Reestablishment has changed its mind. Maybe Juliette is more than a tortured soul stuffed into a poisonous body. Maybe she’s exactly what they need right now.Juliette has to make a choice: Be a weapon. Or be a warrior.
Naruto Omnibus Volume 10
Naruto is a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He's got a wild sense of humor, but Naruto is completely serious about his mission to be the world's greatest ninja! It's been two years since Naruto left to train with Jiraiya, and his first mission sends him to the Hidden Sand to help rescue Gaara. As both Gaara and Naruto come face to face with the Akasuki, Sakura takes her place at the front of the fight to save them. With Granny Chiyo at her side, she must battle Sasori, who can create golems from the undead. But Granny Chiyo is a puppet master too--only it could be Sakura's strings she's pulling!
Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi
With Omega Point destroyed, Juliette doesn’t know if the rebels, her friends, or even Adam are alive. But that won’t keep her from trying to take down The Reestablishment once and for all. Now she must rely on Warner, the handsome commander of Sector 45. The one person she never thought she could trust. The same person who saved her life. He promises to help Juliette master her powers and save their dying world . . . but that’s not all he wants with her.
Artemis Fowl (The Arctic incident)
Artemis Fowl wants to find his father, held hostage in Russia; Holly Short wants to find who’s supplying the goblins with human technology; Foaly wants to find out who’s disabled all the LEP Technology and pointed the finger at him. Artemis has received a ransom demand for his father but is captured by the LEP who suspect him of supplying the goblins with dangerous Human technology (batteries). He convinces them he’s innocent and agrees to help them if they help him free his father. Meanwhile, down in the underground world, chaos has arisen. An unknown traitor has stolen forbidden weapons and armed a horde of trolls, setting them loose to wreak havoc on the citizens. Clues lead Captain Holly Short straight to Artemis, and she exacts a small bit of revenge by kidnapping him, just as he once kidnapped her. But soon she learns that Artemis isn’t behind the chaos, and if she’s to have any hope of stopping it, she will need his help. As a result, these onetime adversaries must now join forces—a mix that proves to be both charming and volatile.The world that Colfer creates is as vivid and fantastical as any shire, gotham, or galaxy far, far away in recent memory. Grade: A-.
