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If books didn't matter, nobody would try to ban them.In a nation struggling to cope with polarization, disinformation, acrimony, the power of books-to inform, enlighten, and inspire-is more important than ever. To honor Joyce Meskis, the legendary bookseller who founded Denver's Tattered Cover and became a champion of First Amendment freedoms, a team including some of today's leading publishers, booksellers, authors, and free speech activists offers reflections on the vital role of books in our nation's cultural, civic, social, and economic life. Why Books Still Matter includes:U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper on bookselling as a mission-driven form of entrepreneurship-a way of nurturing communities and enriching culture while helping city economies flourishFreedom of speech activist Chris Finan on a century of battles against censorship and the crucial role of books and booksellers in defending libertyBook marketing guru Carl Lennertz on how a generation of innovative booksellers transformed the magical process by which authors and readers discover one anotherBookseller Clara Villarosa on creating one of the nation's greatest Black-owned bookstores-and why representation on the printed page is so important for Americans of every backgroundLibrarians Nick Higgins and Amy Mikel on why they decided to make banned books available to young people from communities across the U.S.-and how they did itCivil liberties attorney Steve Zansberg on a new way to think about the right to free expression and its vital role in a democratic societyBookseller Carole Horne on how independent bookstores from Cambridge to Austin to Salt Lake City pioneered the "buy local" movement, glorifying what makes every city and town unique. . . and other noteworthy figures from the worlds of publishing and bookselling providing unique insights into the glorious past, the embattled present, and the essential future of books. All proceeds will be donated to the American Library Association Office for Intellectual Freedom.
Green Analytical Methods and Miniaturized Sample Preparation techniques for Forensic Drug Analysis provides a comprehensive overview of GAMs in forensic drug analysis, including green sample preparation techniques, in-situ analytical platforms (such as DIC and µPADs), and on-site sample preparation. The book discusses not only eco-friendly GAM’s, but also methods which provide high sample throughput and cost-effective analysis, and are therefore of immense use in resource limited laboratories of developing countries. This is a comprehensive source of literature for analytical scientists in this developing area of sustainable and affordable analytical methods.
Microgrid Technology and Microgrid Cluster Development is a comprehensive guide to microgrid systems fundamentals, optimization, control, protection, and energy management. The book explains microgrid architectures that might be combined to create a cluster of microgrids. This is a valuable resource for all those looking to gain a complete understanding of current microgrid and cluster technology, including students, researchers, faculty, R&D professionals, engineers, and other industry personnel with an interest in grid integration, power systems, and renewable energy. The microgrid is first defined as a standalone entity with potential interconnections with external grids. Then, the layout, line technology, and interface technology of potential microgrid cluster topologies are designed, with comparison and analysis of the various microgrid and cluster designs in terms of price, scalability, security, dependability, stability, communications, and business models. Key aspects are covered in detail, including optimization algorithms and the role of machine learning and artificial neural networks, control and protection techniques, and energy management and storage.
Industrial Decarbonization and the Energy Transition: Innovative Solutions for a Carbon-Free, Sustainable, and Clean Environment provides detailed information on a range of cutting-edge solutions, supporting decarbonization, clean energy production, and energy transition. Sectors covered include chemical and photochemical, cement and concrete, class, pulp and paper, steel and iron-making, fertilizer, clay, methanol, refineries, sugar, and thermal power plants. Technology, regulations, climate impact, and finance are considered for each sector, and throughout the book, emphasis is placed on the industry perspective and expertise, with thorough techno-economic analysis and in-depth discussion of other key considerations such as scale-up, cost reductions, waste, and future possibilities. This book is of interest to engineers, R&D, and other professionals involved in energy transition and decarbonization of industrial processes and plants across a range of industrial sectors, as well as academic researchers, scientists, and advanced students in energy transition, renewable energy, engineering, decarbonization, and sustainability.
Energy Transport Infrastructure for a Decarbonized Economy evaluates the transportation of fluids required in the decarbonized energy economy. The book will help researchers, design manufacturers, and those within government and academia to understand challenges and guide the design and development of systems, machinery, and infrastructure needed for a decarbonized energy economy. The book provides comprehensive insights on the implications of the energy transition for a critical aspect of commerce: the infrastructure central to energy transportation and the economy. This practical book highlights the unique systems central to the efficient transport of various forms of energy. After outlining the need for transporting energy, types of fluids used to transport energy, and various means of transportation, the book covers the importance of understanding the energy marketplace, global perspectives, and then moves into the transport of natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide. The work concludes with coverage of technology gaps, research and development, future trends, and solutions. Led by professionals with decades of experience and collecting insights from expert contributors, this book begins with the essentials of energy transport, provides detailed coverage of modes of transport, considers critical questions of energy supply and economics, and looks at long-term environmentally sensitive, sustainable options for the transport thereof. A powerful tool for the energy transition, Energy Transport Infrastructure for a Decarbonized Economy offers expert analysis on sustainable energy transport and its impact on our future.
Artificial Intelligence for Subsurface Characterization and Monitoring provides an in-depth examination of how deep learning accelerates the process of subsurface characterization and monitoring and provides an end-to-end solution. In recent years, deep learning has been introduced to the geoscience community to overcome some longstanding technical challenges. This book explores some of the most important topics in this discipline to explain the unique capability of deep learning in subsurface characterization for hydrocarbon exploration and production and for energy transition. Readers will discover deep learning methods that can improve the quality and efficiency of many of the key steps in subsurface characterization and monitoring. The text is organized into five parts. The first two parts explore deep learning for data enrichment and well log data, including information extraction from unstructured well reports as well as log data QC and processing. Next is a review of deep learning applied to seismic data and data integration, which also covers intelligent processing for clearer seismic images and rock property inversion and validation. The closing section looks at deep learning in time lapse scenarios, including sparse data reconstruction for reducing the cost of 4D seismic data, time-lapse seismic data repeatability enforcement, and direct property prediction from pre-migration seismic data.
Drug Delivery Systems for Wound Healing explores the different delivery systems and drugs used in wound healing, outlining the many pharmaceutical approaches in wound healing and management. Bringing together interdisciplinary research on wound healing and management, this book offers the theory behind wound healing, but also has a strong focus on the practical approach where scientists involved in medication development can find suggestions. Where appropriate, clinical outcomes are given so the book can be useful as a guide for the choice by medication prescription or use. Topics in the book include types of drugs used in wound healing; types of carriers used in wound healing; clinical outcomes; biocompatibility and toxicity problems, and pipeline products. Researchers working in the pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical sciences and engineering fields will find this a useful resource.
The decision is made by an actor (or a more or less coherent set of actors) who makes a choice between several solutions likely to solve the problem, or situation, with which he is confronted. Generally speaking, a decision is the action of the mind that decides something or is decided after individual or collective deliberation:in psychology, a decision is the deliberate and deliberate action of the mind that is determined by the choice of one of the outcomes at the end of a deliberative process;in law or in administrative fields, a decision is a provision adopted by a single or collegial competent authority after deliberation, or a service instruction from a hierarchical authority (e.g., a decision by a person or a group of persons); in law or in administrative fields, a decision is a provision adopted by a single or collegial competent authority after deliberation, or a service instruction from a hierarchical authority (e.g., a decision by a person or a group of persons); in law or in administrative fields, a decision is a provision adopted by a single or collegial competent authority after deliberation: In economics, micro or macro decisions correspond to decisions taken by simple or complex economic agents; in strategy, the decision is first and foremost a courage constantly opposed to the detractors, applied to a situation of uncertainty, proving to be perceptive in its ability to anticipate and constantly updated to adapt to the hazards of adversity.
La decisione viene presa da un attore (o da un insieme più o meno coerente di attori) che sceglie tra diverse soluzioni in grado di risolvere il problema, o la situazione, con cui si trova ad affrontare. In generale, una decisione è l'azione della mente che decide qualcosa o è decisa dopo una deliberazione individuale o collettiva: in psicologia, una decisione è l'azione deliberata e deliberata della mente che è determinata dalla scelta di uno dei risultati al termine di un processo deliberativo; in diritto o in campo amministrativo, una decisione è una disposizione adottata da un'autorità competente unica o collegiale dopo la deliberazione, o un'istruzione di servizio da un'autorità gerarchica (ad esempio, una decisione di una persona o di un gruppo di persone); in diritto o in campo amministrativo, una decisione è una disposizione adottata da un'autorità competente unica o collegiale dopo la deliberazione, o un'istruzione di servizio da un'autorità gerarchica (ad esempio, una decisione di una persona o di un gruppo di persone); in diritto o in campo amministrativo, una decisione è una disposizione adottata da un'autorità competente unica o collegiale dopo la deliberazione: In economia, le micro o macro decisioni corrispondono a decisioni prese da agenti economici semplici o complessi; nella strategia, la decisione è prima di tutto un coraggio costantemente opposto ai detrattori, applicato ad una situazione di incertezza.
Recent issues have led to a growing need for a strategic re-evaluation of the tourism industry vis-a-vis volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) in the environment. The authors identify novel solutions through an integration of knowledge from the fields of social, physical, and biological sciences.
A book for future, past, and present Shopkeepers (and the people who love them). After five years of owning, operating, and closing her dream store, Ana Maria realized that opening for business also means opening up to personal growth. OPEN dives into the practical elements of building and operating a retail store while squarely focusing on the Shopkeeper behind it. Blending memoir and keen observations, author Ana Maria Muñoz shares her Shopkeeper Journey while encouraging readers to dig into their "Personal Backroom" and take Personal Inventory to identify what makes them tick, dim, glow, and burn out. OPEN is filled with hands-on insights, vulnerable personal stories, and reflections to inspire present and future Shopkeepers to take action, build a better launch, grow their store, and evolve with their Shopkeeper Dream. This book is less how-to build and more how-to be: - Dig deep into your vision for your personal life and store so you can choose the right path for both. - Identify the metrics for success that will be your guide as you drive your business more effectively to bring your vision to life. - Enjoy the journey and experience your time as a Shopkeeper with more ease and delight while serving your community. While focused on Shopkeepers, the overarching themes are universal for any entrepreneur, small business owner, and anyone who desires to live the YES out of life.Whether you want to launch your dream store, operate your current brick-and-mortar with less friction and more bliss, move on to a new adventure, or get a Shopkeeper's point of view, OPEN will reveal a world of considerations and possibilities.
The book provides an overarching perspective on sustainability from a historical, practical and legal perspective. It offers a holistic understanding of economic and ecologic concepts. Schools for sustainable business models are introduced and discussed. As a broader concept Life Cycle Assessments are discussed and examples for their application are provided with a focus on CO2 Footprints. Ecodesign as measures for reducing Carbon Footprints are introduced both for physical products and for service organizations. From an organizational perspective it is clear that managing the reduction of the sustainability-related impact is a matter that has to involve all stakeholders. Tasks for all involved are given and their contributions are described. As it is crucial to provide evidence for the activities reported audits are described as well methods to transfer information to the appropriate stakeholders. The book is targeted at practitioners and students who want to get to know the subject or need to implement the respective measures in companies.
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Claus Jensen – formand for Dansk Metal – er udnævnt til Danmarks mest magtfulde mand, den person i Danmark, der har mest indflydelse på dansk økonomi og arbejdsmarked.Det stod ikke svejset i jern, at Claus Jensen skulle befinde sig i midt i magten. Fra sit middelklassehjem på Fyn fulgte han i sin far og farfars fodspor og blev som tusindvis af andre unge mænd uddannet smed på Odense Stålskibsværft.Han var hverken optændt af en faglig flamme eller politisk ideologi, men en blanding nysgerrighed, evner og tilfældigheder gjorde, at han kom ind i fagbevægelsen. Her arbejdede han sig op, og i 2012 overtog han posten som formand for Dansk Metal. Og med den post følger magt. Meget magt. ?Claus Jensen er en uomgængelig person, når der skal træffes store beslutninger i det politiske og organisatoriske Danmark. Han er som hovedforhandler for 600.000 privatansatte en central figur på det danske arbejdsmarked, og som medlem af et væld af råd, nævn, kommissioner og bestyrelser er hans netværk og indflydelse enestående i dansk erhvervsliv.?Modsat sin magt, netværk og indflydelse er metalformanden med det pæredanske navn dog langt fra en person, der vækker genkendelse i den brede befolkning.Men det burde han. Bogen her er Martin Flinks historie om ham.
Mennesket har til alle tider udtrykt sin magt og status gennem tøjBliv klogere på hvornår mennesket fik behov for tøj, der senere kom til at betyde magt og status op gennem historien.LÆS OM både tøjets funktion og på nogle af de mere eller mindre skøre trends, der har præget modebilledet, lige fra hulemenneskers pelsdragter, egypternes makeup og parykker, adelens silkeklæder og fiskebensskørter til streetwear og genbrugstøj.Der gives eksempler på, hvordan mænd og kvinder udtrykte sig i moden via farverige illustrationer, og bogen afsluttes med en tidslinje, der viser de forskellige tendenser inden for moden gennem tiden.Teksten er lettilgængelig med et enkelt sprog og overskuelige sætninger.LÆS OM appellerer til børn, der foretrækker faglitteratur – også når der skal læses for sjov.Lix 30,4 - ml 9,6 - lo - 20,8
1989. Verden er på randen af en revolution, og journalisten Allie Burns er tilbage. Ældre og måske lidt klogere, leder hun nu nyhedsafdelingen på The Sunday Globe i Glasgow. Hun er ikke længere graverjournalist, men nyhedsredaktør og stadig skrækslagen for at ende i rendestenen sammen med de brutale britiske tabloidmedier. Og hun får travlt. Året begynder med en mindegudstjeneste for ofrene fra Lockerbie-bombningen, og Allie har knap nok leveret den historie, før hun falder over en chokerende historie om aids-patienter. Den avisverden hun opererer i er under stærk forandring, og den kolde krig præger tiden. Da et mord sker, bliver Allie tvunget til at sætte spørgsmålstegn ved flere af sine gamle overbevisninger.1989 er anden bog i en planlagt serie på fem bind om Allie Burns. Vi følger hende fra 1979 og frem gennem fem årtier, på rejsen fra ung journalist til garvet ekspert, gennem mordsager og op- og nedture i karrieren, med Storbritanniens historie som medrivende bagtæppe. Allie Burns er baseret på Val McDermids egne erfaringer som ung journalist i 1970’ernes Glasgow.
Although destination management is regarded as the supreme discipline in tourism management, little attention is paid to destination development, especially from a geographical perspective. This book analyses destination development and proposes key strategies for a positive destination development in the future in regard to sustainability, accessibility and economic prosperity. International scholars from a range of disciplines explore current issues in destination development and propose solutions that can help policy-makers prepare for future challenges. This book includes case studies from all around the globe to illustrate the diversity of destination development. This book thus offers students, colleagues from the scientific community as well as practitioners and political decision-makers numerous suggestions, considerations and decision-making aids with regard to destination development.
"Manufacturing Excellence and Quality Management in Sustainable Fashion Apparel: Strategies for Lean Production and Environmental Responsibility" provides a comprehensive roadmap for optimizing apparel manufacturing processes while prioritizing quality, sustainability, and efficiency, with a specific focus on cut and sew garments. From design conception to the final product, the book offers practical insights into integrating lean manufacturing principles, quality control measures, and sustainable practices throughout the apparel production cycle.The book highlights the integration of lean manufacturing principles to optimize operational efficiency and resource utilization, including manufacturing setup and layout. By eliminating waste and non-value-added activities, and by carefully planning the layout of manufacturing facilities, manufacturers can streamline workflows, reduce production costs, and minimize environmental impact. Sustainable practices, such as eco-friendly materials and ethical sourcing, are seamlessly integrated into lean manufacturing strategies, aligning with consumer demand for ethically-produced fashion. Through a combination of lean principles and sustainable initiatives, the book provides a holistic approach to apparel manufacturing, empowering businesses to thrive in a competitive market while contributing to a more environmentally conscious industry.Beginning with product development and design, the book emphasizes the importance of creativity and innovation in aligning with sustainability goals. It guides manufacturers through the stages of conceptualization, prototyping, and sampling, emphasizing collaboration between design and production teams to ensure garments meet both aesthetic and sustainable criteria. Leveraging advancements in sewing equipment and technology, manufacturers can streamline design iterations, reducing lead times and optimizing resources.Throughout the manufacturing process, comprehensive quality control measures play a pivotal role in maintaining product integrity and consistency. From material sourcing to final inspection, meticulous attention to detail ensures adherence to quality standards and sustainability objectives. By implementing robust quality management systems, manufacturers can identify and address issues proactively, minimizing defects and rework while enhancing customer satisfaction and brand reputation.In summary, 'Manufacturing Excellence and Quality Management in Sustainable Fashion Apparel' offers actionable strategies for achieving operational excellence, quality management, and sustainability in apparel manufacturing. By combining innovative design, rigorous quality control, lean manufacturing principles, and sustainable practices, the book provides invaluable guidance for professionals across the fashion business spectrum, from seasoned industry veterans to aspiring entrepreneurs and enthusiasts alike. With its comprehensive approach to integrating sustainability, quality, and efficiency into every aspect of apparel production, this book serves as an indispensable resource. Furthermore, readers benefit from a rich array of case studies, blending fictionalized scenarios with real-world examples, providing practical insights and inspiration for navigating the complexities of the fashion industry while driving positive change.
Learn the critical language and appropriate jargon to use when writing tenders, pitching for contracts, and engaging in presenting your business as ready to punch above your weight. UPDATED edition for 2023.
Die in ihrer Radikalität seit dem Zweiten Weltkrieg nicht mehr erfahrenen Krisen und deren Neuheit und Gefährdungspotenzial motivieren eine Suche nach einem vertiefenden und verändernden Umgang mit der Wirtschaft.Stefan Schleicher, Professor an der Karl-Franzens-Universität in Graz, offeriert unter "Wirtschaft neu denken" eine Einladung, dafür gemeinsam zukunftsfähige Spuren zu legen.Robert Coen, Professor an der Northwestern University, unterstützt diese Suche aus der Perspektive eines Amerikaners.Tex Rubinowitz liefert für diese Suche hintergründige Cartoons.Die Spurensuche erfolgt in mehreren Dimensionen. Die inhaltliche Basis liefern vom Autor verfasste Kolumnen für die Wiener Zeitung, wodurch eine enge Verbindung mit der Praxis der Wirtschaftspolitik seit 2020 entsteht. Die dazu erstellten faktenbasierten Analysen sind innovativ, sowohl hinsichtlich der gewählten Daten als auch deren leicht zugänglichen Aufbereitung.Zusätzliche Aufmerksamkeit provozieren die begleitenden Cartoons. Die unter "Wirtschaft neu denken" gelegten Spuren verweisen auf neue Bausteine für ein vertieftes Verständnis der Wirtschaft, auf die notwendigen Updates für die Konzepte der Wirtschaftspolitik, auf Tests für deren Praxis, auf ein neues Verständnis für den Umgang mit dem Klimaproblem, sowie auf die Notwendigkeit eines Reset für den Umgang mit Energie.
A book for future, past, and present Shopkeepers (and the people who love them). After five years of owning, operating, and closing her dream store, Ana Maria realized that opening for business also means opening up to personal growth. OPEN dives into the practical elements of building and operating a retail store while squarely focusing on the Shopkeeper behind it. Blending memoir and keen observations, author Ana Maria Muñoz shares her Shopkeeper Journey while encouraging readers to dig into their "Personal Backroom" and take Personal Inventory to identify what makes them tick, dim, glow, and burn out. OPEN is filled with hands-on insights, vulnerable personal stories, and reflections to inspire present and future Shopkeepers to take action, build a better launch, grow their store, and evolve with their Shopkeeper Dream. This book is less how-to build and more how-to be: - Dig deep into your vision for your personal life and store so you can choose the right path for both. - Identify the metrics for success that will be your guide as you drive your business more effectively to bring your vision to life. - Enjoy the journey and experience your time as a Shopkeeper with more ease and delight while serving your community. While focused on Shopkeepers, the overarching themes are universal for any entrepreneur, small business owner, and anyone who desires to live the YES out of life.Whether you want to launch your dream store, operate your current brick-and-mortar with less friction and more bliss, move on to a new adventure, or get a Shopkeeper's point of view, OPEN will reveal a world of considerations and possibilities.
The reverberations of an unparalleled labor shortage echo through service-based industries, leaving the hospitality, tourism, and food and beverage sectors grappling with a critical challenge. The fallout from the 2020-2021 global health crisis has laid bare a systemic flaw: the absence of sustainable career pathways for front-line workers. From airlines to cruise ships, theme parks to restaurants, and bars, the shortage of front-line workers has reached a critical level, preventing organizations from operating at full capacity even as public health restrictions are lifted. This crisis stems not only from the economic aftermath of the pandemic but also from the longstanding neglect within these industries to cultivate a resilient front-line workforce. Front-line positions, often considered transient and unskilled, lack the structured development pipelines that other professional industries utilize successfully. As organizations struggle to address these workforce challenges, Career Pathways and Professional Identities for Front-Line Workers in the Service Industries serves as a guide filled with solutions in the face of industry-wide adversity. Career Pathways and Professional Identities for Front-Line Workers in the Service Industries responds to the urgency within the hospitality, restaurant, and tourism industries, by applying the dynamics of the 4th Industrial Revolution and the Gig Economy, to propose innovative solutions to engineer sustainable career pathways and foster professional identities. Ideal for employers, educators, and researchers involved in these industries, the book aims to guide organizations in optimizing operations, implementing leadership-focused succession planning, and minimizing the impact of labor fluctuations. From an academic perspective, it harmonizes industry-focused programs, offering a distinct element for hospitality, restaurant, and tourism management curricula. Additionally, it opens avenues for research on transitioning low-pay roles into meaningful, long-term careers with a focus on continuous improvement.
"SubmitHub: Submit to SubmitHub in a Desperate World" by Bitchin' Indie" is a riveting exploration of the trials and tribulations faced by independent musicians as they navigate the unpredictable landscape of SubmitHub, delving deep into the challenges and successes of the platform while offering practical tips and inspiring stories of redemption. From the relentless pursuit for attention to the enigmatic curators and the power of community, this book is a must-read for any artist seeking to make their mark in the digital music industry.
"Creative Exploitation: The Unethical Practices of Austin Macauley Publishing, Dorrance Publishers, and other Vanity Presses" is a powerful exposé that uncovers the dark side of the publishing industry, revealing the exploitative practices of vanity publishers and the need for ethical standards. With a strong focus on advocating for writers' rights and the importance of author empowerment, Herkimer Throckmorton shares personal experiences and sheds light on the vulnerabilities faced by aspiring authors. Through meticulous research and analysis, this book challenges the current publishing paradigm and offers practical strategies for authors to take control of their publishing journey. Discover the truth behind vanity publishing, learn the keys to ethical publishing practices, and join the movement for a fair and transparent literary landscape.
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