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Engineering asset management encompasses all types of engineered assets including built environment, infrastructure, plant, equipment, hardware systems and components. Following the release of ISO 5500x set of standards, the 9th WCEAM addresses the hugely important issue of what constitutes the body of knowledge in Engineering Asset Management. Topics discussed by Congress delegates are grouped into a number of tracks including strategies for investment and divestment of assets, operations and maintenance of assets, assessments of assets condition, risk and vulnerability, technologies and systems for management of asset, standards, education, training and certification. These proceedings include a sample of the wide range of topics presented during the 9th World Congress on Engineering Asset Management in Pretoria South Africa 28 – 31 October, 2014 and complements other emerging publications and standards that embrace the wide ranging issues concerning the management of engineered physical assets.
The year is 1837. The decision has been made to cross the Great Divide. One man can meet the brutal challenge. Only Hugh Falconer can organize a brigade of mountain men. Only he can keep these fiercely independent trappers and fighters in line. And only he can lead them on the trail of danger, treachery, and terror ahead--and overcome the even greater menace that awaits them.
In "The Fairchilds: or, 'Do What You Can,'" Lucy Ellen Guernsey crafts a rich narrative that intertwines personal ambition and moral duty within the fabric of 19th-century American society. Through the story of the Fairchild family, Guernsey explores themes of perseverance, social responsibility, and the nuances of familial relationships in the face of societal constraints. The novel's literary style is characterized by its intricate character development and evocative descriptions, capturing the emotional landscape of its era while reflecting the broader context of social reform movements prevalent during the time. Guernsey, a progressive voice of her time, was deeply influenced by her own ...
Lucy Maud Montgomery's autobiography, 'The Woman Behind The Books,' offers readers a glimpse into the life of the beloved author known for her timeless works such as the 'Anne of Green Gables' series, 'Emily Starr Trilogy,' and 'The Blue Castle.' Through her private letters and personal reflections, Montgomery's literary style is revealed to be deeply rooted in her own experiences, painting a vivid picture of the inspirations behind her iconic characters and enchanting settings. This compilation provides a valuable insight into the literary context of Montgomery's work, showcasing the author's talent for storytelling and her ability to capture the essence of Canadian life in the early 20th c...
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Short Stories Set in the World of Anne of Green Gables “It was in the spring that Josephine and I had first loved each other, or, at least, had first come into the full knowledge that we loved. I think that we must have loved each other all our lives, and that each succeeding spring was a word in the revelation of that love, not to be understood until, in the fullness of time, the whole sentence was written out in that most beautiful of all beautiful springs.” ― L.M. Montgomery, Further Chronicles of Avonlea A lovely collection of stories set in Avonlea featuring the many residents of the village. This Xist Classics edition has been professionally formatted for e-readers with a linked table of contents. This eBook also contains a bonus book club leadership guide and discussion questions. We hope you’ll share this book with your friends, neighbors and colleagues and can’t wait to hear what you have to say about it. Xist Publishing is a digital-first publisher. Xist Publishing creates books for the touchscreen generation and is dedicated to helping everyone develop a lifetime love of reading, no matter what form it takes
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Farmer Eben Smith is fed up with big government paying him to bury his crops while folks starve in the streets. He's loading up his fruits and vegetables, and heading for the city. But before he can trade in his turnips, he'll have to deal with something bigger--a break in the space/time continuum--as he plunges into strange new worlds, wreaking havoc in all of them.