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Translating Time : Cinema, the Fantastic, and Temporal Critique (9780822345107)

Under modernity, time is regarded as linear and measurable by clocks and calendars. Despite the historicity of clock-time itself, the modern concept of time is considered universal and culturally neutral. What Walter Benjamin called "homogeneous, empty time" founds the modern notions of progress and a uniform global present in which the past and other forms of time consciousness are seen as superseded. In Translating Time, Bliss Cua Lim argues that fantastic cinema depicts the coexistence of other modes of being alongside and within the modern present, disclosing multiple "immiscible temporalities" that strain against the modern concept of homogeneous time. In this wide-ranging study-encompassing Asian American video (On Cannibalism), ghost films from the New Cinema movements of Hong Kong and the Philippines (Rouge, Itim, Haplos), Hollywood remakes of Asian horror films (Ju-on, The Grudge, A Tale of Two Sisters) and a Filipino horror film cycle on monstrous viscera

Podstawy systemów operacyjnych Tom I (9788301212582)

Podstawy systemów operacyjnych to dziesiąte, najnowsze wydanie najlepszego na świecie podręcznika o systemach operacyjnych, stosowanego powszechnie na uczelniach wyższych w Polsce. Opisano w nim rozwój systemów, budowę sprzętu, zarządzanie procesami i pamięcią. Omówiono podsystem wejścia-wyjścia, nowe technologie i rozwiązania programowe, związane z rozwojem urządzeń pamięci zewnętrznej oraz szyn łączących je z procesorem i pamięcią główną. Sporo miejsca poświęcono systemom rozproszonym i zagadnieniom dotyczącym ochrony i bezpieczeństwa informacji. Omówiono także przykładowe systemy operacyjne, w tym najnowszy Windows i Linux. Wielką zaletą książki jest przystępny język, czytelne rysunki i ćwiczenia do każdego rozdziału. Podręcznik jest przeznaczony dla studentów informatyki na wszystkich uczelniach wyższych. Książka została wydana w dwóch tomach, aby ułatwić Czytelnikom korzystanie z niej. W Tomie I zostały omówione następujące zagadnienia: Czym są systemy operacyjne, co robią, jak są

Chemistry (9780730363286)

Chemistry, 4th Edition continues the substantial commitment of Wiley to Chemistry Education in Australia and New Zealand by providing the appropriate mix of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry to the typical local chemistry course. Available as a full-colour printed textbook with an interactive eBook code, this text enables every student to master concepts and succeed in assessment, and supports lecturers with an extensive and easy-to-use teaching and learning package. Product details Format Paperback | 1704 pages Dimensions 217 x 281

L'art japonais (9781178851533)

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. Product details Format Paperback | 344 pages Dimensions

M-W Italian-English Dictionary (0877798583)

Clear, precise definitions deliver the words you need to enable quick and easy understanding. Readers can speak and write accurately as IPA pronunciations are abundant. Product details Format Paperback | 448 pages Dimensions 108.2 x 176.78 x 24.89mm | 226.8g Publication date 03 Sep 2010

Yoga in the Music Studio (9780190915001)

Yoga in the Music Studio brings the popular and beneficial practice of yoga to music teachers and students of all instruments and ages, from preschoolers to senior adults and all those in-between. Expert on mind-body techniques Lesley S. McAllister provides a unique opportunity for all to improve their musical craft, enabling teachers to help their students concentrate, listen more attentively, relax, and play their best - whether before a performance or just during lessons - all through the practice of yoga. Many music teachers know that yoga postures and breathing practices can help musicians achieve peak performance, prevent injury, and relieve pain, yet surprisingly few are themselves familiar with these techniques or know how to introduce them to their students. McAllister welcomes the music teacher into the philosophy and history of yoga, introducing them to the research behind yoga's physical and emotional benefits. Step-by-step illustrations of practical stretches and usef