Spears William (142 results)

paperback. Condition: Very Good.

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. Color and b&w illustrations (illustrator). 80pp [ex-library with label at bottom front cover and large surface tear to rear cover, else Very Good+] Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. Color and b&w illustrations (illustrator). 80pp [ex-library with label at bottom front cover extending across spine, else Very Good+] Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Nicholas Jainschigg (illustrator). NO JACKET, LIBRARY WITHDRAWN, INTERIOR IS VERY GOOD, BRIGHT & CLEAN.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy explores ancient thought as if it were sophisticated personal equipment, uniquely fitted for those who navigate the world's most dangerous physical and moral terrain. Thoroughly researched and exhaustive in scope, it confronts widespread misconceptions about both philosophers and the military, illustrating the deep interconnection between moral, mental, and physical character. Moreover, it extends the boundaries of contemporary military ethics, linking enduring philosophical principles with the evolving complexities of modern warfare. It equips serving and future military professionals for an arena of moral ambiguity, delivering intellectual tools to face all challenges with integrity, honor, and an unshakable warrior ethos. While Stoicism has seen an explosion in popular interest, and is widely embraced in military circles, no serious philosophical work has yet explored its full relevance to the military profession. This book fills that gap. Endorsed by senior military officials and academic philosophers, Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy provides compelling and original contributions to both military ethics and the modern Stoic resurgence. AUTHOR: Commander William C. Spears is an active military professional with a distinguished career in the United States Navy. He is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, the Naval Postgraduate School, the Air Command and Staff College, and the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy. His service includes operations in nuclear-powered submarines across a variety of classes and mission profiles, including duty as the Executive Officer of a Trident missile submarine. His hobbies include weightlifting, winemaking, and antagonizing his family with philosophical inquiry. 7 b/w images A timely and original exploration of Stoicism as a moral framework for military service, bridging ancient philosophy with the realities of modern warfare. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: New. Brand New.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. If Stoicism seriously attracts your attention, you need a North Star. In the life of work William Spears has invested in this text, you have a resource that provides authentic, thorough guidance. He writes it in a wonderful manner that allows you to choose your own challenges, but with the tools included to have a 'best chance' of finding both methodology and reward. And when you master an aspect of Stoicism, it allows you to 'bite off' another piece of its life-sustaining wisdom and approach any challenge with confidence.While Stoicism has seen an explosion in popular interest, and is widely embraced in military circles, no serious philosophical work has yet explored its full relevance to the military profession. This book fills that gap. Endorsed by senior military officials and academic philosophers, Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy provides compelling and original contributions to both military ethics and the modern Stoic resurgence.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: deutliche Gebrauchsspuren. mak. Bibl. / library TitelEvolutionary algorithms : the role of mutation and recombination ; with 23 tables / William M. Spears Person(en)Spears, William M. (Verfasser) VerlagBerlin ; Heidelberg ; New York ; Barcelona ; Hong Kong ; London ; Milan ; Paris ; Singapore ; Tokyo : Springer Zeitliche EinordnungErscheinungsdatum: 2000 Umfang/FormatXIV, 222 S. : graph. Darst. ; 25 cm ISBN/Einband/Preis978-3-540-66950-0 Pp. : DM 69.00 3-540-66950-7 Pp. : DM 69.00 Sprache(n)Englisch (eng) BeziehungenNatural computing series AnmerkungenLiteraturverz. S. 213 - 217 SchlagwörterEvolutionärer Algorithmus Evolutionärer Algorithmus ; Rekombination Evolutionärer Algorithmus ; Mutation Evolutionärer Algorithmus ; Markov-Kette Sachgruppe(n)28 Informatik, Datenverarbeitung ; 27 Mathematik ; 32 Biologie In englischer Sprache. 222 pages. 230x150 mm.

paperback. Condition: New. *Brand new* Ships from USA.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: New. If Stoicism seriously attracts your attention, you need a North Star. In the life of work William Spears has invested in this text, you have a resource that provides authentic, thorough guidance. He writes it in a wonderful manner that allows you to choose your own challenges, but with the tools included to have a 'best chance' of finding both methodology and reward. And when you master an aspect of Stoicism, it allows you to 'bite off' another piece of its life-sustaining wisdom and approach any challenge with confidence.While Stoicism has seen an explosion in popular interest, and is widely embraced in military circles, no serious philosophical work has yet explored its full relevance to the military profession. This book fills that gap. Endorsed by senior military officials and academic philosophers, Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy provides compelling and original contributions to both military ethics and the modern Stoic resurgence.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: No DJ. First Edition, First Printing. This is a new hardcover first edition copy, olive spine, no DJ.

very good - fine.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover, no dust jacket in Good condition. Clean pages. Good binding. Minimal wear to the exterior. Ships fast and guaranteed well protected with domestic tracking.

Wrappers. Condition: Good. 80 pages with 31 illustrations 6 in color. Some fading found to cover, edge and spine with additional wear and discoloration to the covers. Published on the occasion of the exhibition from the Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston TX August 2-September 4, 1983.

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Good+ to Very Good-. Vol. 4, No. 2. Pulp magazine. Final issue. Cover art is uncredited for "Four Graves West" (novelette) by Steve Frazee. Includes "Sunup at Kaycee" (novelette) by T. C. McClary; "Ornery Cowbow" by Raymond S. Spears; "Bullet Crossing" by Clark Gray; "Summons to Boothill" by Thomas Calvert; "Boom Town" (novelette) by William Heuman; "A Man's Pride" by Jack Cutler; "Death Drops In" by Harold Preece; "Dead Man's pride" by David Crewe. Uncredited illsutrations. Creasing; a little roll with stress; edge nicks, bumps and wear; mild tanning; glue-mend at spine head; a little rubbing. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 8vo, hardcover. Near fine condition in vg dj. vi, 232 p., illus.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Very good with good dust jacket. Bottom front corner is well worn. Dust jacket is rubbed on surfaces, is bumped along top edges, and has a small hole on front panel near spine with a one inch tear at bottom front edge and a chip at bottom front corner.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. pp.vi 232, illustrat with 12 pages of photographs. blue boards, gilt Fine in Good protected dustjacket with some surface rubbing.

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Good to Very Good-. Vol. CLXXVII, No. 3. [Edited by Matthew White.] Cover art is uncredited for "Burning Money" (pt. 1 of 3) by Fred MacIsaac. Includes "Soldiers All" (pt. 2 of 3) by Joseph Ivers Lawrence; "Trickery Trail" (pt. 3 of 5) by Charles Francis Coe; "I Did It!" (pt. 4 of 4) by Garrett Smith; "In the Pictures" by Eric Howard; "Red Hamblin Comes Home" by Raymond S. Spears; "Say It with Onions" by John D. Swain; "The Play's the Thing" by Samuel G. Camp; "Punishment and Pants" by E. K. Means; "What Good Are Cats?" by Roderick William Siler. Poetry: "The Invitation" by Edward W. Barnard; "Homesick Puncher' by Steve Hogan; "The Desert Optimist" by Arnold Andrews; "Safe!" by R. E. Alexander; "A Warning" by Lester Raymond Cash; "The Cowboy's Choice" by S. Omar Barker. Cover glued on at hinge; chipping at spine ends and here and there; a couple of minor pieces out of edges; tanned; flaky. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Book is gently used with only minor wear. Tightly bound copy with clean interior having no markings, writing, underlining, or highlighting in margins or text block. Inv. # 12102.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. First edition. Small quarto. Wrappers. xix, 491-729pp. Small pen notation on front wrapper and in the contents pages, spine cocked, very good. Reviews: "Edgarpoe and Danhoffman" by Charlotte Kretzoi, "Thom Gunn's Cornucopia" by Raymond Oliver, "Sewall's Life of Emily Dickinson" by John Cody, and more. Poetry: "In Memory of W.H. Auden" by George W. Nitchie, and others. Essays: "Hart Crane and Yvor Winters: A Meeting of Minds" by Thomas Parkinson, "Milton in Old Age" by Frank Kermode, and more. Reviews of "Delusion and Her Daughters: John Berryman's *Recovery*" by William Heyen, and more.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. No dust jacket. Purple cloth boards with white lettering on spine and front cover. Book is gently used with only minor wear. Tightly bound copy with clean interior having no markings, writing, underlining, or highlighting in margins or text block. Inv. # 12084.