Fathoming the Ocean: The Discovery and Exploration of the Deep Sea

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By the middle of the nineteenth century, as scientists explored the frontiers of polar regions and the atmosphere, the ocean remained silent and inaccessible. The history of how this changed--of how the depths became a scientific passion and a cultural obsession, an engineering challenge and a political attraction--is the story that unfolds in Fathoming the Ocean.

In a history at once scientific and cultural, Helen Rozwadowski shows us how the Western imagination awoke to the ocean's possibilities--in maritime novels, in the popular hobby of marine biology, in the youthful sport of yachting, and in the laying of a trans-Atlantic telegraph cable. The ocean emerged as important new territory, and scientific interests intersected with those of merchant-industrialists and politicians. Rozwadowski documents the popular crazes that coincided with these interests--from children's sailor suits to the home aquarium and the surge in ocean travel. She describes how, beginning in the 1860s, oceanography moved from yachts onto the decks of oceangoing vessels, and landlubber naturalists found themselves navigating the routines of a working ship's physical and social structures.

Fathoming the Ocean offers a rare and engaging look into our fascination with the deep sea and into the origins of oceanography--origins still visible in a science that focuses the efforts of physicists, chemists, geologists, biologists, and engineers on the common enterprise of understanding a vast, three-dimensional, alien space.

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This book provides an unique overview on bacterial genetics, bacterial genome projects and gene technology and its applications in biological and biomedical research and medicine.

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Expert investigators describe not only the classic methods, but also the many novel techniques they have perfected for the transfer of large DNAs into the cells of both microbes and animals via large-insert recombinant DNAs. Volume 1 presents readily reproducible techniques for library construction, physical mapping, and sequencing.. An accompanying volume, Volume 2: Functional Studies, provides a wide variety of methods and applications for functional analysis of the DNA-transformed organisms. Besides protocols, each chapter includes scientific reviews, software tools, database resources, genome sequencing strategies, and illustrative case studies.

Bacterial Artificial Chromosomes, Vol. 2: Functional Studies (Methods in Molecular Biology (Cloth))

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Bacterial Artificial Chromosomes, Vol. 2: Functional Studies (Methods in Molecular Biology (Cloth))
Shaying, Ed. Zhao
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Bacterial Artificial Chromosomes Vol 1: Library Construction, Physical Mapping, and Sequencing (Methods in Molecular Biology (Cloth))

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The Bacterial Chromosome
Karl Drlica
Manufacturer: American Society for Microbiology
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Bacterial Chromosomes
N. Patrick, Ed. Higgins
Manufacturer: American Society for Microbiology
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Bacterial Plasmids
G.G. Meynell
Manufacturer: Macmillan
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Microbial Evolution: Gene Establishment, Survival, and Exchange

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Microbial Evolution: Gene Establishment, Survival, and Exchange
Robert V., Ed. Miller
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Viruses and the Evolution of Life

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Role Of Bacterial Membrane In Chromosome Replication And Partition (Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit)

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Role Of Bacterial Membrane In Chromosome Replication And Partition (Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit)
FUNNELL
Manufacturer: Chapman & Hall
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BACTERIAL CHROMOSOME
N. Patrick Higgins
Manufacturer: NY
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DYNAMICS OF THE BACTERIAL CHROMOSOME - STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

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DYNAMICS OF THE BACTERIAL CHROMOSOME - STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
SCHUMANN
Manufacturer: NY
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ASIN: B000N5BJDO

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Excellent book for Jewish travelers.......2003-11-19

As a Jewish RVer, I find this book invaluable to help me connect with my roots as I travel. It is the only book of its kind and it keeps me going when I want to find community during various holidays or for a Shabbat service. I'm sorry it is out of print. It is particularly helpful when you are in a smaller town or city.

Exclusively for travelers who want to maintain a lifestyle.......1999-01-05

A great book if you are looking for where to go to services or eat Kosher while traveling. And if this is your goal, this book deserves 5 stars. However, if you are looking for a book that is a general guide book with an emphasis on tourist sites with a Jewish aspect to them, continue your search. For example, for Manhattan it lists more than 50 synagogues and a similar number of Kosher restaurants, 3 mikvah and 8 bookstores, but doesn't mention the Jewish Museum (except as a bookstore).

Traveling Jewish in America: The complete guide for 1986 for business and pleasure

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Traveling Jewish in America: The complete guide for 1986 for business and pleasure
Brynna C Bloomfield
Manufacturer: Wandering You Press
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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Microbiology: Alternate Edition with Diseases by Body Systems retains the same hallmark art program and clear writing style that have made Robert Bauman¿s Microbiology such a success, while offering a new body-systems organization for the "disease chapters" (Chapters 19-24). Filled with interesting vignettes and cutting-edge research, Bauman's text brings the wonders of microbiology alive while providing a solid, comprehensive introduction to the field. History and Scope of Microbiology, The Chemistry of Microbiology, Cell Structure and Function, Microscopy, Staining, and Classification, Microbial Metabolism, Microbial Nutrition and Growth, Microbial Genetics, Biotechnology and Recombinant DNA, Controlling Microbial Growth in the Environment, Controlling Microbial Growth in the Body: Antimicrobial Drugs, Characterizing and Classifying Prokaryotes, Characterizing and Classifying Eukaryotes, Characterizing and Classifying Viruses, Viroids, and Prions, Infection, Disease, and Epidemiology, Natural and Non-specific Resistance, Specific Defense: The Immune Response, Immunization and Diagnostic Testing, Immune Deficiencies and Hypersensitivities, Microbial Diseases of the Skin, Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System, Microbial Cardiovascular and Systemic Diseases, Microbial Diseases of the Respiratory System, Microbial Diseases of the Digestive System, Microbial Diseases of the Urinary and Reproductive Systems, Applied and Environmental Microbiology. For all readers interested in learning Microbiology with a diseases by body systems approach.

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Microbiology.......2007-07-31

From a teaching perspective I found this book to be average. I found many mistakes and had to incorporate additional information to help students understand some of the basic concepts. Some positives are the images are good and the last chapters on immunology are very good. However, I have since switched teaching text and had better success.

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Photoeffects at semiconductor-electrolyte interfaces: Based on a symposium sponsored by the Division of Colloid and Surface Chemistry at the 179th meeting ... 25-26, 1980 (ACS symposium series ; 146)

Manufacturer: The Society
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ASIN: 084120604X

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Photoeffects at Semiconductor-Electrolyte Interfaces: Based on a Symposium Sponsored by the Division of Colloid and Surface Chemistry at the 179th Meeting of the American Chemical Society, Houston, Texas, March 25-26, 1980
Arthur J; American Chemical Society Nozik
Manufacturer: American Chemical Society
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000PS63XA

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Bifurcation theory studies how the structure of solutions to equations changes as parameters are varied. The nature of these changes depends both on the number of parameters and on the symmetries of the equations. Volume I discusses how singularity-theoretic techniques aid the understanding of transitions in multiparameter systems. This volume focuses on bifurcation problems with symmetry and shows how group-theoretic techniques aid the understanding of transitions in symmetric systems. Four broad topics are covered: group theory and steady-state bifurcation, equicariant singularity theory, Hopf bifurcation with symmetry, and mode interactions. The opening chapter provides an introduction to these subjects and motivates the study of systems with symmetry. Detailed case studies illustrate how group-theoretic methods can be used to analyze specific problems arising in applications.

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Excellent introduction to bifurcation theory with symmetries.......2007-05-12

This book provides an efficient and understandable introduction to bifurcation from fixed points in systems with symmetries. Several well established physical examples, which are the focus of active research, are discussed and further references given. It is a must for anyone interested in the subject.

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A classic novel from the mind of the storyteller who captures the imagination of readers from around the world, and across two generations

The final exam for Dr. Matson's Advanced Survival class was meant to be just that: only a test. But something has gone terribly wrong...and now Rod Walker and his fellow students are stranded somewhere unknown in the universe, beyond contact with Earth, at the other end of a tunnel in the sky. Stripped of all comforts, hoping for apassage home that may never appear, the castaways must band together or perish. For Rod and his fellow survivors, this is one test where failure is not an option....

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Disturbingly brillant.......2007-10-10

This book left me thinking and disturbed for days afterwards. Simply amazing. Heinlein captures you and sucks you in completely.

Survival science fiction.......2007-09-08

A great read. I enjoyed the approach to the survival mindset. The story is a bit of a reflection of the misogyny and chauvinism present in the American culture and reveals a perspective of white males. True equality of individuals is only accepted in the context of survival situations. The same can be seen in the Lewis and Clark expedition after reaching the pacific ocean. It is odd to see how the virtue of equality and altruism only thrives in dire circumstance. Without needs, humanity is prone to vice.

One of his good ones........2007-07-29

With Heinlein there are two sorts of books, the ones aimed at teenage boys with lots of action and good hard sci fi, and the waffley semi religious strange ones he wrote in later life. Personally I liked both styles. Anyway this book is of the former sort, ideal for younger readers, but I enjoyed it too as this was one of the early gem's I missed in my youth.

Ahead of its time, even for science fiction........2007-02-06

This was a terrific book for me to read as a pre-teen and teenager, and it's still a great read today. Heinlein's story is well-conceived, and it moves quickly; unlike so many 1000-pagers today, it keeps the reader's interest. Like most good science fiction novels, this one doesn't spend too much time dwelling on what makes it science fiction, it dwells on how people interact and react in the world that is established. A lasting impression from me was the postive, confident black female character in the book, which was ahead of its time in ways most science fiction of the time hadn't foreseen. Bravo to Heinlein for realizing that the future ambitions and success of humankind would show up in more than just the white male population.

Tunnel in the Sky.......2007-01-12

My teacher, Mr. Fassold, read this book to us in my seventh grade class, and I'm glad he did. Normally I don't read science fiction books like this, but I had no choice. The book is about this kid in the future enrolled in advanced survial. He is a senior in high school enrolled in a college class. After somestrange events he finds that he must survive on his own without help longer then was expected.
I thought Robert Heinlein was very clever with his complete turn around of the plot and the universe he creates. I also admired the way the book is just as good now, as it was fifty years ago.
I would recomend this to anyone to anyone looking for a good read, regardless of the genres you normally read. The book is funny and it's characters are lively. This is one of the best books I have ever read and now I finally understand the saying, "I just couldn't put the book down."

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Tunnel in the Sky
Robert A. Heinlein
Manufacturer: Ace Books
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Binding: Paperback

ASIN: 0345260651

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Rod Walker didn't know where in the universe he had been sent ... he only knew he somehow had to survive. It was just a test. But something had gone wrong. Terribly wrong. What was to have been a standard ten-day survival test had suddenly become an indefinite life-or-death nightmare.

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Didn't Live Up
I never wanted it to end!! Fabulous!
An all-star cast of my generation! I swooned over Rod Taylor and Robert Culp!
WONDERFUL cast, beautifully performed, an EXCITING thrilling journey you won't forget!
"Hard Rock Lovers".....Beautifully done!!

Hard Rock Lovers
Paul Kyriazi
Manufacturer: Ronin Audio Books
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Binding: Audio CD

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Computer programmer Alan Bartlet takes his new girlfriend to Las Vegas. There he meets Medusa, a backup singer for the now dead rock star Shane. She hints that Shane might be alive. In flashback, we see the rise and fall of Shane. Alan pursues Medusa and descends into a world of mystery, lust and murder to find out: Is Shane Alive?

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Didn't Live Up.......2007-07-03

I absolutely love "The James Bond Lifestyle Seminar," but this audiobook fell short. The plot was decent, but nothing better than you'd expect based on the synopsis. The main character is supposed to be 33 years old, yet his voice sounds like an old man. He sounds very unsure of himself. Also, a lot more could have been done with the sound effects. They did not immerse me in the scenes, as another reviewer claimed.

I never wanted it to end!! Fabulous!.......2007-01-16

Mr Kyriazi's production of Hard Rock Lovers was just fantastic! I was on the edge of my seat on a daily basis! I put the audio book on my iPod and listened while I jogged. I gotta say it motivated me to get out there and I am so sad it is over! I cannot wait for his next Audio production!

The story is fantastic, gripping and sexy. I absolutely loved it!

Bravo!!!!

An all-star cast of my generation! I swooned over Rod Taylor and Robert Culp!.......2006-05-22

Wow! My sister pointed me to this audio book and I couldn't believe my ears. I just relaxed on my bed to listen and was absolutely delighted with the movie-quality of the sound effects. Not only is this a masterful, well-written plot, it's also a quality production. The best I've heard.

And those stars that the magnificent author/director Paul Kyriazi lined up for this special version of his book!!! Well, all I can say is that I remember swooning each time I saw any of them on the big screen. (I hope my hubby doesn't read this.) But when I saw Rod Taylor--who narrates this story, with such a come-hither voice--starring in The Birds with that gorgeous Tippi Hedren, I almost fainted. Yes, he was that much of a hunk ... and still is, according to my sister!

Incidentally, people used to say I looked like Tippi. Ah-hhh, memories ... But getting back to this audio book, I loved it to pieces.

Keep up the excellent work, Mr. K. You're terrific, and almost as handsome as the great Rod! Ciao, baby ...

WONDERFUL cast, beautifully performed, an EXCITING thrilling journey you won't forget!.......2006-03-15

From the moment Hard Rock Lovers comes on ... it takes you by the hand and mind, and immediately draws you into this intriquing story, narrated by the imcomparable Rod Taylor, of revenge, love, lust, cold reality and spiritual enlightenment.

Robert Culp kept me laughing with his perfect low-life agent performance, always the best! James Darren was the perfect rock star, mean, talented but sad, his performance was # 1. Ishtar Uhvana was great as Medusa, she added the sweetness to keep some reality in the rock world and her ending dialoque brought tears to my eyes. Loved Russ Tamblyn, George Chakiris was brilliant as the evil Reynaldo, and Nefta Perry as Connie played the perfect Rosie Perez.

The ending gives you hope and leaves you with happy feelings. You will want to play it again and again; it only gets better each time you listen.

Paul Kyriazi is my hero. I am his BIGGEST fan.

Thank you Paul for the fun and exciting adventure!

"Hard Rock Lovers".....Beautifully done!!.......2006-03-14

The "Hard Rock Lovers" audio book was not at all what I expected, but what a wonderful surprise! It's a twisted, tangled web of events played out by a handful of multi-leveled, intertwined characters. The story is well written, beautifully told and convincingly enacted centering on the heights of a successful rock star and the terrible costs that are paid when that success is abused. People and events are manipulated by all the characters to satisfy their own needs and agenda.

"Good" and "evil" are blurred. "Life" and "death" are blurred. Relationships are blurred, but the irony of fate is boldly presented and it's made abundantly clear that our "next" existence offers another chance to hopefully do better. The inevitability of change, the subtle and sometimes dramatic interrelationships between cause and effect as well as the ever-present, ever-looming scales of divine and poetic justice are persistent threads. A beautiful blending of drama and melodrama are used to develop both the story and the characters. The audio presentation is top-notch entertainment, particularly when you consider that all acting is accomplished solely through vocal artistry. The actors do a fantastic job of inviting the listener into their world and moving you effortlessly through the story.

I really enjoyed listening to this audio book. It is wonderful from start to finish and my congratulations go out to all involved. It's a winner on all levels.

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TUNNEL IN THE SKY
Robert A Heinlein
Manufacturer: Scribners
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Resource Usage for Adaptive C4I Models in a Heterogeneous Computing Environment

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Resource Usage for Adaptive C4I Models in a Heterogeneous Computing Environment

Manufacturer: Storming Media
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Binding: Spiral-bound
ASIN: 1423544056

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This is a NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA report procured by the Pentagon and made available for public release. It has been reproduced in the best form available to the Pentagon. It is not spiral-bound, but rather assembled with Velobinding in a soft, white linen cover. The Storming Media report number is A091663. The abstract provided by the Pentagon follows: The goal of the Management System for Heterogeneous Networks (MSHN) is to provide a resource management system (RMS) to enable adaptive applications to use multiple sets of shared resources while accounting for dynamically changing priorities and environments. This RMS must be capable of providing each subscriber process with its required Quality of Service (which might include security considerations, deadlines, user priorities, and preferences) in a heterogeneous computing environment in which many processes are competing for shared resources. Applying this RMS technology to C4I modeling and simulation applications would enable on-scene Commanders to simulate complex elements of the decision process in order to optimize the use of forces and materiel. The objective of this thesis was to transparently intercept operating system calls made by a robust, C4I modeling application, the Extended Air Defense Simulation (EADSIM), in order to weigh the resources required against the confidence level of the outcomes obtained. Specifically, the goal was to determine resource usage required to run the application using both Monte Carlo simulation and deterministic simulation. MSHN needs this type of information to determine which version of an application to execute, in order to provide the best Quality of Service, while meeting operational deadlines.

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TUNNEL IN THE SKY

Manufacturer: Scribners 1955 H Printing
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000GAAR3Y

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TUNNEL IN THE SKY

Manufacturer: Ballentine Books
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TUNNEL IN THE SKY

Manufacturer: Del Rey Ballentine Books
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Tunnel In the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein, FIRST DEL REY BALLENTINE PAPERBACK EDITION, March 1977

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Tunnel in the Sky
Robert A. Heinlein
Manufacturer: Del Rey
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