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The field of architecture has gradually evolved from being a mere profession to becoming a representation of the society in which we live. Architects form the voice of this profession, and an in-depth discussion with them allows a greater understanding of their theories, visions for architecture, and contributions towards the field, and how they are managing the non-linear societal evolution in a comprehensive manner. This volume brings together 17 iconic Indian architects across generations, and, through dialogues, probes into their lives, beliefs and philosophies, and candid thoughts and opin.
The book covers latest IT trends Microsoft Vista and Microsoft Office 2007. The content of the book is designed considering the needs of people running business from home or office. The book covers all new features and programs of Windows Vista like Windows Aero, Windows Meeting Space, Internet 7.0, Windows Mail, etc. For Internet savvy users, a separate section is provided on Search Engine. The book does not end here. After mastering Windows Vista, the book introduces you to Microsoft Office 2007 and helps you in preparing professional letters, personal accounting sheets, and presentations for the masses. It Covers Microsoft Office applications such as Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft Access 2007 and Microsoft Powerpoint 2007.The unique Tutor CD provided with this book is a true add-on. While other books rely on the theory and long explanations, the tutor CD accompanying this book helps you build skills on the software you learnt while reading this book.
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Cultural Writing. Political Science. This year, the annual Sarai Reader looks at 'Acts'--at instruments of legislation, at things within and outside the law, and at 'acts'--as different ways of 'doing' things in society and culture. Several essays echo and complement themes that have emerged in earlier readers. Piracy, borders, surveillance, claims to authority and entitlement, the language of expertise, the legal regulation of sexual behaviour and trespasses of various kinds have featured prominently in previous Readers. This collection foregrounds these issues in a way we hope can make a series of coherent but autonomous and interrelated arguments.
Guided Wave Optical Components and Devices provides a comprehensive, lucid, and clear introduction to the world of guided wave optical components and devices. Bishnu Pal has collaborated with some of the greatest minds in optics to create a truly inclusive treatise on this contemporary topic. Written by leaders in the field, this book delivers cutting-edge research and essential information for professionals, researchers, and students on emerging topics like microstructured fibers, broadband fibers, polymer fiber components and waveguides, acousto-optic interactions in fibers, higher order mode fibers, nonlinear and parametric process in fibers, revolutionary effects of erbium doped and Rama...
American born and raised, Christopher Benninger is one of India's most highly decorated architects. His career spans four decades in prominent roles: as an institution builder, professor, United Nations and World Bank consultant advising many governments, pioneering expert in social planning and low cost housing for the less privileged in Jamnagar, Chennai, Hyderabad, and several other cities, and master architect, designing many modern institutions nurturing development in India. His award winning projects include the Mahindra United World College of India, Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies, YMCA Camp Site at Nilshi, Suzlon One Earth, and his own studio residence "India House" in Pune. Graduating in architecture from Harvard University where he later taught, Benninger completed further studies in urban planning at MIT and settled in India in 1971, founding the School of Planning in Ahmedabad where he remains an active distinguished professor. His name appears alongside Geoffrey Bawa, Charles Correa, and Balkrishna Doshi as one of the few recipients of the Great Master Architect Award in India presented every three years.
The international contributors to this book present the latest advances in the science of cognitive development, using convergent methodologies derived from behavioral experimentation, electrophysiology, eye-tracking, genetics, and neuroimaging studies.
Comdex Professional Edition is specially designed for software explorers who want to take next higher step towards mastering Windows Vista and MS Office 2007. Simple language, easy to read layout, tooltips and detailed description of minute settings set this book at par. Not this much, the self learning tutorial (world acclaimed) test your skills and correct whenever you made a mistake.