| Teach Yourself Philosophy of Science Description What is science, and what does it mean to say that something is "scientific"? Using Teach Yourself Philosophy of Science, you will easily understand the key concepts and ideas that have shaped our world--from the basis of life to the impact of science on Western thinking. Includes profiles of history's principal philosophers and scientists.
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| Teach Yourself World Faiths Description Teach Yourself World Faiths invites the 12 main religions of the world to convene under one roof. It provides you with a clear overview of each faith's origin and history, key beliefs and ideas, scriptures and holy books, festivals and ceremonies, and relevance today.
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| Teach Yourself Buddhism Description Buddhism was founded 2,500 years ago in India by Siddhartha Gautama. It has since spread widely throughout the world, adapting to various cultures and present-day attitudes. Teach Yourself Buddhism has been newly updated to encompass the broad diversity of current Buddhist practices and values.
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| Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind Description What is the mind? How is it related to the body? Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind investigates intriguing ideas about the mind and associated concepts such as memory, free will, artistic creativity, and religion. You are invited to explore these ideas throughout time--from the beliefs of the ancient Greeks to the fields of modern cognitive science and artificial intelligence.
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| Help Yourself Find the Love of Your Life Description Help Yourself Find the Love of Your Life is not a self-help book that focuses on the problem; rather, it invites you to explore your own beliefs, dreams, and creativity to create a balanced, centered life and find your own solution.
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| Help Yourself Get a Single Life Description Help Yourself Get a Single Life is not a self-help book that focuses on the problem; rather, it invites you to explore your own beliefs, dreams, and creativity to create a balanced, centered life and find your own solution.
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| Camp Cook's Companion Description The Camp Cook's Companion offers a savory alternative to the bland, just-add-water fare to which most outdoor types resort after a long day in the woods. Acclaimed outdoor writer Alan Kesselheim serves up a delightfully varied menu of more than 150 recipes, made from both fresh and dehydrated ingredients. Proving one needn't sacrifice flavor for utility, Kesselheim describes easy-to-prepare recipes for everything from French toast to Basil Wrathboned chicken. He also offers the choice of a number of preparation methods from simple one-pan offerings to creative Dutch oven repasts and baked goods.
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| Teach Yourself English for International Business Description If you need to develop or refresh your competence in English for the business world, Teach Yourself English for International Business is for you. From giving a business presentation to writing E-mail and using the Internet, the book is chock-full of exercises and dialogues from real and fictitious business situations.
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| Teach Yourself Welsh Complete Course Description From Danish to Spanish, Swahili to Brazilian Portuguese, the languages of the world are brought within the reach of any beginning language student. Learners can use the Teach Yourself Language Courses at their own pace or as a supplement in their formal courses. These complete courses are based on the very latest learning methods and designed to be enjoyable and user-friendly. Prepared by experts in the language, each course begins with the basics and steadily promotes the student to a level of smooth and confident communication, through:
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| Teach Yourself Beginner's Greek Description For those who find learning a new language daunting, the Teach Yourself Beginner's Language Series is just what the language teacher ordered. Each friendly and practical course introduces the new language without overwhelming the learner and includes:
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| Teach Yourself Beginner's Spanish Description For those who find learning a new language daunting, the Teach Yourself Beginner's Language Series is just what the language teacher ordered. Each friendly and practical course introduces the new language without overwhelming the learner and includes:
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| Teach Yourself Sanskrit Complete Course Description From Danish to Spanish, Swahili to Brazilian Portuguese, the languages of the world are brought within the reach of any beginning language student. Learners can use the Teach Yourself Language Courses at their own pace or as a supplement in their formal courses. These complete courses are based on the very latest learning methods and designed to be enjoyable and user-friendly. Prepared by experts in the language, each course begins with the basics and steadily promotes the student to a level of smooth and confident communication, through:
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| Teach Yourself Indian Head Massage Description Indian head massage has become increasingly popular as an accessible therapy--it is easy to perform on oneself and others, requires no special equipment, and is quick to administer. Now Teach Yourself Indian Head Massage provides a practical, hands-on introduction to the therapy suitable for all readers, addressing the treatment of others as well as self-treatment. It examines the origins and benefits of the art of Indian head massage, as well as preparation (atmosphere, positions for treatment, hand exercises, and reactions), self-help techniques, chakra balancing, self-massage, and common ailments that respond to Indian head massage.
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| Teach Yourself Christianity Description This new edition of Teach Yourself Christianity explores the impact of Christianity on current world affairs and the questions surrounding its continuing effect. Key topics discussed include the teaching and influence of Jesus, the Christian experience of God, movements within the Church, Christian faith in a scientific age, and Christianity's artistic, medical, architectural, and literary inheritance. The book stimulates reflection on Christianity, both for practicing Christians and for general readers who want to learn more about this worldwide faith.
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| Teach Yourself Copywriting Description Copywriters need the ability to get their message across in a host of different mediums. Fully revised for today's practical copywriting requirements, Teach Yourself Copywriting reveals some of advertising's greatest creative secrets. From planning to implementation, it guides readers step-by-step through copywriting skills for a range of disciplines, including the most up-to-date information on the Internet, radio and TV, business-to-business, public relations, recruitment, and charities. Featured are practical exercises, summaries, and quick tips that allow readers to practice their skills, along with a list of useful addresses. |
| Teach Yourself Beginner's French Description For those who find learning a new language daunting, the Teach Yourself Beginner's Language Series is just what the language teacher ordered. Each friendly and practical course introduces the new language without overwhelming the learner and includes:
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