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Kitten clone: inside Alcatel-Lucent
Par Douglas Coupland. 2014
Coupland takes readers on a web surfing-inspired ride through Alcatel-Lucent, one of the largest global telecommunications companies in the world.…
He reports from inside Alcatel’s faceless corporate offices and wire-laden science labs, writing in his inimitably playful and insightful way about the wider cultural implications of the Internet and the affect Alcatel’s information technology has on each of our lives and the way we live. 2014.Internet for seniors in easy steps: for the over 50s (In Easy Steps Ser.)
Par Michael Price, Sue Price. 2008
The Internet is not just for students and business, it is there for everyone. "Internet for Seniors in easy steps",…
with its clear presentation, will help you enjoy it to the fullest. 2008.Computing for seniors in easy steps: for the over 50s (In Easy Steps Ser.)
Par Sue Price. 2008
iPod, therefore I am: thinking inside the white box
Par Dylan Jones. 2005
Jones tells the story of his entrée into the cult of the iPod, describing his lifelong addiction to all genres…
of music. He also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the genesis of the iPod, from its original conception by Apple's Steve Jobs to the landmark design of Jonathan Ive. Behind it all, we get an insight into the way the iPod has radically transformed the way we approach music, listen to music, and possess music. Some descriptions of sex and violence, some strong language. 2005.It's never too late to love a computer: a friendly first guide
Par Abby Stokes. 2000
Advises novice computer users on the basics. Covers the parts of a computer (software and hardware), purchasing tips, choosing between…
the Apple Macintosh and IBM-compatible personal computers (PCs), and experimenting with using e-mail and word processing. Provides a glossary and lists recommended web sites and other resources. 2000.It's not what you think
Par Chris Evans. 2009
Chris Evans' autobiography is a story of how a boy from a Warrington council estate who started work at 13…
and held down 20 different jobs by the time he left school; became the most widely acclaimed broadcaster of his generation. From the early death of his father that literally set him to work, to his meteoric rise in TV and radio, he will talk openly about the highs and lows of his, at times, turbulent career and how his drive to succeed impacted his personal life. Includes strong language. 2009.Isadora: portrait of the artist as a woman
Par Fredrika Blair. 1986
IPad for seniors for dummies (For dummies)
Par Nancy Muir. 2012
Get the most out of the newest iPad and iOS 6 software with this fun and practical guide. Written in…
the friendly 'For Dummies' style, this helpful guide thoroughly explains iPad basics and then some. Discover easy-to-follow tips and advice on the latest iOS 6 features and popular favorites, such as the Siri virtual personal assistant, FaceTime, Facebook integration, Safari, photo and video editing, e-books, and more. 2012.iPhone 5 For Seniors For Dummies (--For dummies)
Par Nancy C Muir. 2012
Although it seems like everyone has an iPhone these days, it's not a given that you'll instantly know how to…
use one. This book clearly shows you how to use your iPhone, even if it's your first-ever smartphone. Make calls, send e-mail, read e-books, and discover the wonderful world of apps. 2012.Arthur Erickson: an architect's life
Par David Stouck. 2013
Arthur Erickson, Canada's pre-eminent philosopher-architect, was renowned for his innovative approach to landscape, his genius for spatial composition and his…
epic vision of architecture for people. This first full biography traces his life from its modest origins to his emergence on the world stage. Grounded in interviews with Erickson and his family, friends and clients, "Arthur Erickson" is both an intimate portrait of the man and a stirring account of how he made his buildings work. 2013.Genius of common sense: Jane Jacobs and the story of The death and life of great American cities
Par Glenna Lang, Marjory Wunsch. 2009
Jane Jacobs's book "The Death and Life of Great American Cities" created a revolution in the early 1960's, affecting city…
planning and architecture and the way we think about how life is lived in packed urban centers. This was an era when the urban renewal movement was at its most aggressive, and Jacobs correctly perceived that the new structures that were being built to replace the aging housing of our older cities were often far worse. Her ideas quickly took hold, and no one ever looked at what made for liveable and viable neighbourhoods the same way again. Grades 5-8. 2009.Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul celebrates the magic of gardening - the feeling of satisfaction that comes from creating…
something from nothing; the physical and spiritual renewal gained after a day in the garden; and the special moments spent in nature with friends and family. Written by hobbyists and celebrity gardeners, the stories relate the joys and challenges of gardening, with chapters on Blossoming Friendships, The Family Tree, Love in Bloom, The Seasons of Life, Overcoming Obstacles and Potpourri. 2000.Defiant spirits: the modernist revolution of the Group of Seven
Par Ross King. 2010
Traces the artistic development of Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven. Working in an eclectic and sometimes controversial blend…
of modernist styles, they tried to interpret the Ontario landscape in light of the international avant-garde. Reconstructs the men's aspirations, frustrations and achievements, while detailing the political and social history of Canada during that time. 2010.City gardens: Creative Urban Gardens And Expert Design Ideas
Par Liz Primeau, Ed Primeau Liz. 2004
A tour of gardens across Canada, covering: Small Gardens, Classic Gardens, Perennial Gardens, Family Gardens, and Serenity Gardens. Offers landscape…
designers' strategies for making small spaces look bigger, dark spaces look brighter, and condominium buildings less noticeable. There are also step-by-step instructions for family projects and advice on subjects ranging from growing roses to building a bog. 2004.Crazy about gardening: reflections on the sweet seductions of a garden
Par Des Kennedy. 1994
Fuzzy logic: dispatches from the information revolution
Par Matthew Friedman. 1997
What is the information revolution and how is it affecting our lives? "Fuzzy logic" discusses how the Internet and related…
technologies have infiltrated our daily lives, how it is changing established social patterns, and how it is eroding older technologies at a hugely accelerated rate. 1997.Flying colours: the Toni Onley story
Par Toni Onley, Gregory Strong. 2002
Artist Toni Onley's serene and spectacular landscapes are known to millions, but the man behind the brush has remained an…
intriguing enigma - until now. Here, Onley paints a self-portrait in words, a sweeping canvas that stretches from the Isle of Man to a plane wreck on a British Columbia glacier. 2002.Better house and planet: Over 500 Tips For Efficient Housekeeping
Par Marjorie Harris. 1991
Home sweet maison: the French art of making a home
Par Danielle Postel-Vinay. 2018
This book is a narrative-meets-lifestyle guide that will inspire readers to model their own living spaces in the French style,…
using French concepts and routines to change our homes (and thus our relationships and our lives) for the better. 2018.Experience on demand: what virtual reality is, how it works, and what it can do
Par Jeremy Bailenson. 2018