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Social Resilience and International Migration in the Canadian City (McGill-Queen's Studies in Urban Governance)
Par John Shields, Valerie Preston, Tara Bedard. 2025
This timely volume examines how policies, institutions, and places influence the lives of immigrants and temporary migrants to Canada and…
how, in turn, those newcomers transform the cities in which they live.Social Resilience and International Migration in the Canadian City draws attention to disparities in outcomes for migrants and proposes strategies to enhance their participation in cities of all sizes. Focused on Ontario and Quebec, chapters pinpoint factors that affect the settlement and integration of immigrants, as well as growing numbers of international students, foreign workers, and refugee claimants. Contributors illustrate how federal, provincial, and municipal policies and diverse institutions – from grassroots churches to settlement agencies – can influence migrants’ capacity to navigate and leverage the resources required to overcome integration challenges. The book’s social resilience framework attends to the social supports that empower migrants to take collective action for their own futures. As migrants interact with a broad range of institutions, those institutions are transformed and become more resilient themselves.Directed at a wide audience of community and government practitioners, migration policy experts, scholars, and civil society activists, Social Resilience and International Migration in the Canadian City provides crucial insight about the policies necessary for helping both migrants and cities thrive, offering ideas for effective implementation.
The Last Journey
Par Stacy Gregg. 2025
Beautiful and heart-achingly sad animal adventure with CATS and a strong environmental message. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Sarah…
Lean and Hannah Gold's The Last Bear...&‘Captures the magic that animals bring to our lives.&’ Sarah Ann Juckes, author of The Night Animals Pusskin has always lived with his loving owner, eleven-year-old Lottie. The bond between them is unbreakable, or so they both thought. But when the bird and insect populations are depleted, cats are made a scapegoat. Keen to protect his cat friends on the cul-de-sac, Pusskin sets off on a journey that will take them to a hidden island at the furthest reaches of the country. When Lottie tries to bring him home, she soon comes to realise that for Pusskin to have any chance of survival, she&’ll have to let him go. Could this be their final goodbye?
"This book − and Cat Sims generally − helps me to breathe a bit easier. My shoulders drop, my jaw relaxes,…
and I know everything is going to be OK." - Bryony GordonThe mental load isn&’t just about doing all the stuff. The mental load is constantly thinking about having to do all the stuff, and then, when you forget to do some of the stuff, the mental load is also about beating yourself up about that, while still trying to keep in mind all the other stuff you&’ve got to do. The mental load. Emotional labour. The invisible burden – whatever you call it, every woman is familiar with the neverending list of things to do that exists in their head. This noise that plays on a constant loop is impacting the mental health of women everywhere. Writer, content creator, podcaster, wife and mum Cat Sims describes the devastating impact the mental load had on her own happiness, mental health and marriage. After having children, the unequal division of responsibility in her household came into stark relief. Her desperate efforts to be the perfect wife and mother left her mentally, emotionally and physically defeated – ultimately driving her to addiction and a crisis point in her marriage. With eye-opening honesty and her trademark dry humour, Cat tells the story of her relationship with the mental load and, in turn, offers a blunt but ultimately hopeful appraisal of society and women&’s experience of it. This necessary book will incite honest conversation, make you feel less alone and give you the confidence to invite your loved ones to share the mental load.
The Unfamous Diaries of Daisy Brewster: The Frenemies (The Unfamous Diaries of Daisy Brewster)
Par Jenny Valentine. 2025
A new series of middle grade diaries in the vein of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries, with a celebrity/influencer hook…
Daisy Brewster is a girl with resolutions. She is determined to be her best self, get on well with her big brother and get a good part in the school play. Everyone knows Daisy is a talented actor. But not everyone knows about her super celebrity cousin, who is already breaking hearts and winning contracts on the world stage. Maxxy Bloom is a child star in Hollywood, with A-List friends, a million followers and a glamorous, lavish lifestyle. Things are about to change in all sorts of ways when she comes to stay at Daisy&’s house. Daisy fears the worst, for her routine, her personal space, her popularity, and her own dramatic ambitions. But the real Maxxy Bloom turns out to be a big surprise, and Daisy&’s very unfamous life has an unexpected effect on her guest. Told through Daisy&’s private diary, this is a story about family, ambition, and how nice it is NOT to be famous…
Edenglassie
Par Melissa Lucashenko. 2025
'Lucashenko is a national treasure: there are no two ways around it.' Vogue Australia * Already the winner of eight…
major literary awards, including Australia's richest literary prize * TWO UNFORGETTABLE STORIES. TWO FAMILIES. TWO HUNDRED YEARS OF HISTORY. 1854: When Mulanyin meets the beautiful Nita in Brisbane – or Edenglassie, as it was once briefly known – his community still outnumbers the British settlers. Tensions are simmering just beneath the surface of a fragile peace, but hopes for independence are running high. Yet when colonial unrest tears through the region, Mulanyin's passion for his new bride clashes with his loyalty to a homeland in danger. Two centuries later, fiery activist Winona meets Dr Johnny when her grandmother Eddie has a serious fall. Winona just wants the obstinate centenarian back on her feet, but a shrewd journalist has other ideas. Eddie becomes a local celebrity, dominating the headlines as 'Queensland's Oldest Aboriginal'. Her time in the spotlight brings past and present crashing together, the legacy of Nita and Mulanyin's tragic past reaching into Winona and Eddie's lives with consequences they couldn't have predicted.
Race Car Handling Optimization: Magic Numbers to Better Understand a Race Car
Par Ralph Pütz, Ton Serné. 2025
This book gives a very clear description of the calculation of the magic numbers regarding roll, roll resistance, load transfer…
and total wheel load. The reader will first learn to measure his racing car himself in order to ultimately get to know and understand the car's setup better. This is followed successively by the teaching of the basics with the claim of immediate applicability of the knowledge. First, the most important properties of the tyres are described in order to convey how to optimally utilise the properties of the tyres. Only then are the mass-spring system, shock absorbers, anti-roll bars, suspension geometries and aerodynamics dealt with, with the aim of making the best possible use of the tyres' potential. What has been learned is optimally applied to driving through a curve, divided into five essential phases of the corner, and an analysis for possible causes of understeer and oversteer is carried out for each phase, and solutions are given. Also examples of lap time simulations are described. Finaly an extensive example is given of the calculation of load transfer, roll, roll resistance, wheel travel, roll angle, pitch, and the final wheel loads.
Airborne Particulate Matter: Impact on Human Health and Environment
Par Markus Hecker, Pratap Kumar Padhy, Soumya Niyogi, Pulak Kumar Patra. 2025
Particulate matter (PM) in the ambient air is a key indicator of air pollution. It can be suspended over long time…
and travel over a long distance in the atmosphere. It can cause a wide range of diseases that lead to a significant reduction of human life. Because of the potent role of PM and its associated pollutants, detailed knowledge of their effects on the environment in general, and human health in particular, is of primary importance. This book provides an in-depth overview of monitoring of airborne particulates and their sources and transport. The dynamics of nutrients, intake pathways of particulates by human body and other components of environment, and their possible health hazards and effects at different levels and at various organs are discussed. With contributions from well-known experts from diverse research fields, including medical and public health science professions, this book provides an exhaustive information on the health risks of air pollution and explores its control and mitigation strategies. In addition to providing a scientific basis for particulate air pollution, this book will also help readers, researchers and public health professionals to appreciate the environmental determinants of public health and apply research evidence for improving the quality of life. This will also delineate future research initiatives and policy actions needed with more stringent strategies for protecting the environment in general and human health in particular from PM at local, regional, and global levels.
Local Solutions for Global Challenges: 20th International Conference on Design Science Research in Information Systems and Technology, DESRIST 2025, Montego Bay, Jamaica, June 2–4, 2025, Proceedings, Part II (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15704)
Par Samir Chatterjee, Jan Vom Brocke, Ricardo Anderson. 2025
The two-volume proceedings set LNCS 15703 and 15704 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Local Solutions for…
Global Challenges, DESRIST 2025, which was held in Montego Bay, Jamaica, during June 2–4, 2025. The 36 full and 2 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 111 submissions. The papers presented in these volumes are organized into the following topical sections:- Part I: Emerging DSR Methods and Novel DSR Applications; Data-Driven Design Science; DSR Education; Healthcare Systems, Ageing and Wellbeing Part II: Responsible Artificial Intelligence Design; Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Ethics; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Sustainable Development and Environmental Solutions
Räumlich gekrümmte Balkentragwerke: Band 1: (Euler-Bernoulli-)Theorie (essentials)
Par Marcel Walkowiak, Ulf Reinicke. 2025
Dieses äußerst kompakte Lehrbuch vermittelt ein vertieftes Verständnis der komplexen mechanischen Zusammenhänge räumlich gekrümmter Balkentragwerke, die über die elementaren Modelle…
des geraden Balkens hinausgehen. Es richtet sich somit an Studierende der Ingenieurwissenschaften in höheren Semestern, die bereits mit den grundlegenden Prinzipien der Stereostatik und der Festigkeitslehre vertraut sind, einschließlich der Bestimmung von Schnittgrößenverläufen sowie der Spannungs- und Verformungsanalyse.
Recent Advances in Bioremediation and Phytoremediation (Environmental Science and Engineering)
Par Alok Prasad Das, Dipalee Bhanja, Ananya Kuanar, Dattatreya Kar. 2025
This book focuses on a number of recently created and successfully used bio/phytoremediation technologies for pollution reduction and control that…
were not given more thorough discussion in earlier works. The earth's crust contains heavy metals naturally as one of its constituents. The main cause of the discharge of harmful metals into the soil and aquatic habitats, aside from natural sources, is man-made activity, particularly industrialization. As a result of various human activities, excessive amounts of heavy metals—including chromium, arsenic, lead, mercury, copper, and zinc—are released into the environment. These metals eventually contaminate agricultural soils and water bodies and have a negative effect on the ecosystem. Additionally, even at very low concentrations, heavy metal poses a dangerous threat to both humans and animals due to its tremendous toxicity. Appropriate remediation technology is needed to address the problems caused by toxic heavy metal contamination. The technology should be affordable, eco-friendly, and provide long-term solutions. Such required properties are offered by biological remediation approaches, such as microbial and phytoremediation, for the treatment of heavy metal contamination. The discussion of biological remediation technologies as a sustainable method involves several techniques involved in the removal of harmful heavy metals.
Distributed Linguistic Representations and Decision Making (Uncertainty and Operations Research)
Par Yucheng Dong, Yuzhu Wu. 2025
This book provides a comprehensive perspective on the development of distributed linguistic representations in decision making, including the taxonomy of…
existing distributed linguistic representations, the key elements, and the classifications. It systematically investigates the formation of distributed linguistic representations and the methodology for the distributed linguistic information transformations and unifications, as well as the fusion and consensus reaching. This book studies the distributed linguistic information in MADM and the PIS-based applications of distributed linguistic information processing in decision making. Distributed linguistic representations are powerful tools for modelling the uncertainty and complexity of preference information in linguistic decision making. This book is written for researchers and postgraduates interested in linguistic decision making. Readers will find out lots of clear cues for distributed linguistic representations and distributed linguistic methodology to support decision making.
Innovations for Community Services: 25th International Conference, I4CS 2025, Munich, Germany, June 11–13, 2025, Proceedings (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2513)
Par Günter Fahrnberger, Gerald Eichler, Christian Erfurth, Sebastian Zielinski. 2025
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Innovations for Community Services, I4CS 2025, held in…
Munich, Germany, during June 11–13, 2025.The 21 full papers presented in this book together with 3 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 55 submissions.They are organized in topical sections as follows: recognition and verification; computational intelligence; data processing; quantum computing; public sector; serious games; information security; and community challenges.
Identification of Special-Purpose Structures by Their Fragments Based on Scanning Electron Microscopy (Advanced Structured Materials #233)
Par Alexander Ya. Grigorenko, Viacheslav L. Bogdanov, Ihor B. Chepkov, Ihor V. Odnoralov, Andrii V. Kuchynskyi, Valerii V. Kremenytskyi, Svitlana O. Sperkach. 2025
This book contains previously classified information on the physical and chemical characteristics of metallic and composite materials used in the…
production of elements of special-purpose structures, and reveals the set of techniques and tools through which this information was obtained. It sets the foundations for the methodology of systematic automated identification of the special-purpose structures by their fragments. The main topics are theoretical foundations and practical results of scanning electron microscopy in determining chemical composition, structure, surface topography and frequency characteristics (reflection and absorption coefficients of electromagnetic waves) of fragments of the structures made of both metal alloys and composite materials. Applied aspects such as the parameters of electromagnetic radiation recommended for effective identification of special-purpose structures made of composite radiation absorbent materials and coatings; development of a scientifically based system for automated identification of the structures by their fragments. The book is aimed at solving the problem to prevent uncontrolled or "gray" transfer of special-purpose products, technologies and materials of military or dual use by forming a scientifically based automatic identification system (by class and country of origin) of special-purpose products by their fragments, using scanning electron microscopy to determine their chemical composition, structure, surface topography, and frequency characteristics. The book is useful to a wide range of specialists in the field of materials science, as well as specialists in the defense sector of industry.
Eros, Pleasure, Friendship, and The Good Life
Par James J. Winchester. 2025
The book invites its readers to explore the role erotic love, pleasure, and friendship play in crafting a good life.…
These topics are enduring themes that captures the heart of human existence, and have been the focus of many works of philosophy and literature. However, there remains scope for further examination. This book offers a compelling case to expand the exploration beyond the preponderance of white, male canonical figures that have dominated the field, in order to include an array of scholars that more accurately capture the diversity of humanity. It does so by drawing on Greek, Asian, Africana, Continental, and Feminist thinkers, and exploring a myriad of literary works to illustrate and interrogate the theories.
Easy, Tasty, Cheap: The ultimate student cookbook
Par Anonymous. 2025
If you're heading off to university, starting your first job, or just trying to make ends meet - Easy, Tasty,…
Cheap is the must-have cookbook for anyone navigating life on a budget. This is the book that every student needs to have in their kitchen and every parent wants their child to take with them as they step into independent living.Whether you're a complete beginner or a budding chef, you'll find over 200 delicious, no-fuss recipes that fit your lifestyle and budget. From simple, satisfying meals for one like Tuna Arrabiata or Cheesy Garlic Bread, to impressive dishes for hosting friends like Minted Lamb Kebabs or Mushroom Stroganoff, Easy, Tasty, Cheap covers every occasion.This cookbook doesn't just teach you how to cook; it also offers practical tips on saving money, stocking your pantry, and making the most out of your weekly shop. With Easy, Tasty, Cheap, you'll gain the confidence to cook tasty, affordable meals that make life easier and more enjoyable.Turn your kitchen into the heart of your home with Easy, Tasty, Cheap - the ultimate guide to eating well while living smart.
Flat 401: The award-winning thriller debut you don’t want to miss
Par Kingsley Pearson. 2025
All Jay wants is to start again, to set himself up in a small, quiet town where no one knows…
him. Because here, no one will let him forget what they think he did the day his neighbour died in Flat 401.He just needs to keep doing what he's always done: treat people with kindness and respect, and try to stay out of trouble. But when a threatening note makes its way into the hostel he's forced to call home - Everyone is going to know what you really did - his hope for a fresh start begins to crumble.Jay fears that the secret he's fought so hard to hide, that he went to prison to protect, might finally come out. How far is he willing to go to keep his freedom alive? And with a shadowy figure from his past tracking Jay's every move, perhaps it's not just his freedom Jay should be worried about being taken from him, but his life...Flat 401 is a tense, character-driven thriller perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Paula Hawkins and Mark Billingham.
Read My Mind: The Little Guide to Sabrina Carpenter
Par Oh. 2025
With billions of streams, millions of fans and record-breaking achievements, Sabrina Carpenter has captivated hearts across the globe. With a…
journey that began on Broadway, flourished on Disney Channel's Girl Meets World and has landed in the music industry, Sabrina has catapulted to fame. In the past 12 months alone, Sabrina performed on 25 stops of Swift's phenomenally successful Eras tour and racked up more than five billion streams on Spotify - 10 billion in total! With chart-topping hits and dynamic roles in a range of films, the international star has become a beacon of inspiration for many - a role model with a genuine personality, relatable lyrics and unwavering dedication to her many crafts. The Little Guide to Sabrina Carpenter dives into the enchanting word of the multi-talented star, with inspiring quotes, intriguing facts and fascinating insights that celebrate the authentic passion of Sabrina and her extraordinary rise to stardom."It always feels good to put something you're proud of out in the world.""Confidence is the most beautiful thing you can possess."August 4, 2009:The day Sabrina posted her first ever video to YouTube. She was aged just 10 years old! The video was a cover of Taylor Swift's "Picture to Burn". It features Sabrina belting it out straight to camera, no frills, no effects, just pure singing talent in her homemade singing studio. It now has 1.7 million views.
The Little Guide to Givenchy: Style to Live By
Par Oh. 2025
The Little Guide to Givenchy delves into the legacy of Hubert de Givenchy, the visionary designer who founded the House…
of Givenchy in 1952. Known for his impeccable taste, innovative designs, and dedication to elegance, Givenchy quickly became a favorite among celebrities and fashion icons, including Audrey Hepburn, whose timeless style was epitomized by his creations.From haute couture to ready-to-wear, including the iconic "Little Black Dress" in Breakfast at Tiffany's to the innovative "sack dress", this little guide offers a captivating exploration of the brand's evolution and its unwavering commitment to style and sophistication.Perfect for fashion aficionados, design enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the allure of luxury, this little book is an essential addition to your collection. Discover the essence of Givenchy's enduring appeal and the legacy of innovation that keeps the brand at the forefront of fashion.
The Little Guide to Karl Lagerfeld: Style to Live By
Par Oh. 2025
Unveil the enigma of one of fashion's most legendary figures with The Little Guide to Lagerfeld, a fascinating look into…
the world of the iconic designer, whose visionary work transformed the fashion landscape and whose persona became synonymous with innovation, style and uncompromising excellence.From his early beginnings in Hamburg to his meteoric rise in Paris, Lagerfeld's journey was nothing short of extraordinary. Discover how his unparalleled creativity and relentless work ethic propelled him to the helm of the world's most prestigious fashion houses. rom the revitalization of Chanel's classic tweed suits to the introduction of cutting-edge silhouettes at Fendi, Lagerfeld's legacy includes his groundbreaking designs, revolutionary approach to fashion and ability to constantly reinvent himself and his work.Perfect for fashion enthusiasts, design aficionados, and anyone fascinated by the world of haute couture, The Little Guide to Lagerfeld is an essential addition to your collection. Celebrate the genius of Karl Lagerfeld and his indelible impact on the fashion world.
The Art of Skateboarding: Skateboarding's urban heritage
Par Sylvie Barco, Philippe Danjean, Stéphane Madoeuf. 2024
From the empty pools of 1960s Los Angeles to today's Olympic skateparks, skateboarding has fostered a vibrant street culture that…
is visually striking yet often misunderstood.In this definitive illustrated guide, trace the evolution of skateboarding from the very first boards to a thriving industry defined by iconic brands and distinctive styles. Through never-before-seen photography, and exclusive access to designs from top artists, learn how skateboarding has become a living cultural movement, with dedicated events, exhibitions, and festivals, even attaining Olympic status.Told through engaging narrative and pivotal extracts from magazines, music, video games and films, Skate showcases the fearless tricks, defining moments, heroes and technical achievements through decades of transformation.