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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Dr. Sam Savage, who's recognized as a leading innovator in management science education, provides the most hands-on , practical introduction to methods of decision making. This book and accompanying suite of Excel add-ins for quantitative analysis covers Monte Carlo simulation, decision trees, queuing simulations, optimization, Markov chains, and forecasting. The Insight add-ins have been developed over several years by the author. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The concepts for each chapter work together to achieve the goal of aiding students to develop their evaluation abilities and to consider their beliefs in a mature and intelligent way. Students will learn to look closely at the kinds of reasons that can be given for beliefs, think hard about how to evaluate reasoning, and develop the skill of effectively presenting that evaluation to others. Throughout the book, numerous examples and exercises work to strengthen student's critical and expository abilities. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. This text examines the evolution of kinship and social structure. Keesing considers the importance of patrilineal descent and the permutations of descent systems, matrilineal and double descent, alliance systems, cognate descent and bilateral kinship as organizing principles. Relevant analogies and examples are used throughout. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This brief version of Gravetter and Wallnau's proven best seller offers the straightforward instruction, accuracy, built-in learning aids, and wealth of real-world examples that professors AND students have come to appreciate. The authors take time to explain statistical procedures so that students can go beyond memorizing formulas and begin gaining a conceptual understanding of statistics. By integrating applications that reinforce concepts to ensure that even students with a weak background in mathematics can understand statistics, the authors skillfully demonstrate that having an understanding of statistical procedures helps students comprehend published findings, and become savvy consumers of information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This best-selling title, designed to be either the primary anthology or textbook for the course, covers the Civil War's entire chronological span with a series of documents and essays. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. McDermott, Gerald (illustrator). Paperback. Fox thinks he's very smart when he plays a trick on Stork, but Stork outfoxes Fox--and shows him that a friend who tricks another is no friend at all. Caldecott Medalist Gerald McDermott retells a familiar trickster tale, bringing warmth and humor to the story that readers young and old will enjoy. Developing readers can have fun while learning with these Green Light Readers, featuring short sentences, creative stories, and simple dialogue. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Board Book. Perfect for fans of Lois Ehlert and Press Here, this charming board book gently explores the world of color and celebrates the joy of creativity. One day three white mice discover three jars of paint--red, blue, and yellow. But what happens when they splash in the colors, mixing the red and blue? Or dance in the blue and yellow? This playful introduction to colors will appeal to any budding artist or curious preschooler. In this classic concept book, now available in an oversized board-book edition, full-color collages illustrate a simple story of heroic mice who outwit cats and snakes, and have a lot of fun introducing colors to young readers. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Using engaging stories and clear writing, ADVANTAGE BOOKS: HUMANITY: AN INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY, Eighth Edition introduces cultural anthropology within a solid framework centered around globalization and culture change. Peoples and Bailey focus on the social and cultural consequences of globalization, emphasizing culture change and world problems. The book's engaging narrative provides new ways of looking at many of the challenges facing the world in this century. As you explore more contemporary issues, including recent debates on gay marriage, cultural and economic globalization, population growth, hunger, and the survival of indigenous cultures, you'll gain a better understanding of the cultural information you need to successfully navigate in today's global economy. The authors emphasize the diversity of humanity and reveal why an appreciation and tolerance of cultural differences is critical in the modern world. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. This introductory text presents an extremely clear and well-written account of the political, social, and economic events from the late Tokugawa society of 1800 to the present. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Aimed at helpers, this text emphasizes the collaborative nature of the therapist-client relationship and using a practical, three-stage model that drives client problem-managing and opportunity-developing action, leads readers step-by-step through the counselling process, while giving them a feeling for the complexity inherent in any helping relationship. As readers master the various steps of the helping model, they should be able to improve their competence and confidence measurably. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Long considered a classic, the new edition of Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology continues the tradition. One of the most respected texts available, the authors have ensured consistent and cohesive coverage of the most recent developments and established theories. Readers are offered an in-depth view to psychological study through an approach that is easily accessible to the modern day student - continuing the tradition for stylistic clarity that has always been a particular strength of Introduction to Psychology. The thirteenth edition sees the complete integration of the biological and evolutionary perspective into the body of the text and focuses on providing students with up-to-date coverage of current topics. A new feature, Frontiers of Psychological Research, applies current research on topics being discussed in the text and prompt discussion and further reading. Also new are Contemporary Voices in Psychology boxes that present two essays from experts in the field stating their controversial positions on current cutting-edge topics in psychology today. Critical Thinking Questions, found at the end of every chapter, address current and/or everyday life issues and require students to consider the information supplied in the chapter, think reasonably and logically about the issues presented, and rely on their own personal experiences and ideas to arrive at the answer. Contributors include Judith Rich Harris, Elizabeth Loftus, Michael Bailey, and Alan Marlatt. Features: * This new edition captures the dynamic nature of contemporary psychology in three major ways: * 'Contemporary Voices in Psychology' boxes discuss controversial issues in specially commissioned essays in which experts address cutting-edge topics from opposing points of view. * Research is applied to real world problems in the 'Frontiers of Psychological Research' features. * The thirteenth edition takes a fresh biological orientation which is integrated into the body of the text, a trend that is changing the way psychological topics are viewed, exemplified by integrated bio-evolutionary research and coverage. New to this edition: * Further exciting new features of Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology: * A whole new art/design program to support the text. Based on the advice of specialists the book features sophisticated art and re-plotted graphs * Biology and evolution is now included throughout each chapter where appropriate; it is no longer separated out in boxes where the information can be overlooked. * Includes the latest material on Cognitive Neuropsychology * New Critical Thinking Questions are found at the end of every chapter, these questions address current or everyday life issues. They require that students consider the information supplied in the chapter, think reasonably and logically, and rely on their own personal experience and ideas to arrive at the answer. * New Key terms are now included at the end of each chapter with page references. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cepeda, Joe (illustrator). Paperback. Ronda has her first sleep-over at her best friend Pat's house. They play all day, but when the lights go out and it's time to sleep, Ronda hears a tap-tap-tap. Whatever can it be? Developing readers can have fun while learning with these Green Light Readers, featuring short sentences, creative stories, and simple dialogue. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Ernst, Lisa Campbell (illustrator). Paperback. When Lucy reads her favorite book aloud, her noisy brothers do something unexpected--they listen! But will this plan work with Lucy's loud classmates? When Lucy reads her favorite book aloud, her noisy brothers do something unexpected--they listen. But will this work with Lucy's loud classmates? Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This student-friendly text looks at the relationship between biological factors (mostly brain activity) and behaviour, and shows students what biology has to do with psychology. The author reveals how such aspects of brain activity as neurotransmission and neuroanatomy relate to real psychological topics such as language and learning, sexual behaviour, anxiety, aggressive behaviour, depression, and schizophrenia. This revised edition features new art, research, examples, and extended coverage of genetics and evolution. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. The fascinating collection of essays and documents in these volumes provides a comprehensive view of the culture of the American South as well as its political, social, and economic history. The compelling documents are grouped with important secondary sources, accompanied by chapter introductions, selection headnotes, and suggested readings. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Written by a husband and wife team one a private practitioner, and one an academic this text outlines the basic issues and concepts of group process and presents guidelines for working with various types of groups. Coverage includes ethical and legal issues, stages of group development, and the app. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Dyer, Jane (illustrator). Paperback. When Baby Bird says good-bye to his mama at school each morning, he feels sad. Mama Bird feels sad, too. Sometimes it's hard to be apart. But as Mama Bird says, the love they share is with them always, keeping them close until the best part of the day--when they are together again. -From the illustrator of the bestselling Time for Bed, with more than 725,000 copies sold -A heartwarming story about the universal experience of parents and children being temporarily separated Baby bird has a hard time saying good-bye to his mama at school each morning, but Mama's love stays with him all day long in this celebration of the love between a parent and child. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Lippincott, Gary A. (illustrator). Paperback. The funny classic middle grade book about a boy who accidentally hatches a dragon.Sixth grader Jeremy Thatcher discovers a strange magic shop he has never seen before. He enters, and his life is changed forever.After he leaves Mr. Elives' magic shop with a strange marbled egg, it soon becomes clear that this is one pet he wasn't prepared for! How is he supposed to keep a flame-breathing dragon with razor-sharp teeth and an out-of-control appetite in his bedroom?But if the playful baby dragon is ever to grow up to become a magnificent beast of myth and legend, it needs Jeremy. And though he doesn't know it yet, Jeremy needs a dragon. "A funny, enjoyable, imaginative story whose serious undercurrents lend it unexpected depth." --Kirkus (starred review) When Jeremy Thatcher stumbles into Mr. Elives magic shop, he leaves with a small marbled dragons egg. When it hatches, Jeremys wildest dreams take wing. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This no-nonsense book teaches you everything you need to know about the newest version of SPSS(r) for Windows(r) so you can effectively use the program in your statistics class. The guide's simple, straightforward style frees you to concentrate on learning basic statistical concepts, while still developing familiarity with SPSS. In no time, you'll be using SPSS to do homework problems and conduct statistical analyses for research projects. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This text covers a wide variety of topics, including steroid abuse in sport and fitness, women athletes as portrayed by the media, psychological testing, fitness, exercise adherence, homophobia in sports, and eating disorders. This scientific text discusses the theory, research, application of psychology in sport. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Stanley, Diana; Krush, Beth; Krush, Joe (illustrator). Paperback. A enchanting and enduring children's classic, The Borrowers is the award-winning tale of three tiny people who are big heroes. The Clock family--Homily, Pod, and their fourteen-year-old daughter, Arrietty--are tiny people who live underneath the kitchen floor of an English manor. All their minuscule home furnishings, from postage stamp paintings to champagne cork chairs, are "borrowed" from the "human beans" who tromp around loudly above them. All is well until Pod is spotted upstairs by a human boy! Can the Clocks stay nested safely in their beloved hidden home, or will they be forced to flee? Pod, Homily, and Arrietty Clock's huge adventures have been thrilling children young and old for fifty years--and their appeal is as strong as ever in these handsome new paperback packages. While the original beloved interior illustrations by Beth and Joe Krush have been retained, Marla Frazee's striking cover illustrations capture these little people with a larger-than-life appeal. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. As Ida May begins fourth grade, she is determined never to make another best friend--because her last best friend moved away. This is a doable plan at first. Thanks to bratty, bossy Jenna Drews, who hates Ida, no one in class has ever really noticed her before. It's when the sparkly Stacey Merriweather comes to her school that Ida's plan goes awry. Ida reaches out despite her fear but doesn't say hello--instead she writes Stacey anonymous notes. Soon their friendship develops without Ida ever having to reveal her real identity . . . until she has no choice. And that's when the true friendship begins. As Ida May begins fourth grade, she is determined to never make another best friend because her last one moved away. However, when the sparkly Stacey Merriweather comes to her school, Ida's plan goes awry. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.