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Written for developers and computer science students, this fourth edition by Paul and Harvey Deitel delivers a thorough, practical manual for mastering object-oriented C# and the .NET 4 framework. Applying the Deitel signature live-code approach, the text explores core programming concepts through fully tested programs complete with syntax shading and line-by-line code walkthroughs. Featuring over 200 applications, it provides a budget-friendly desktop reference for mastering core C# logic, object-oriented design, LINQ, WPF GUI development, and database connectivity.

Author: Paul Deitel & Harvey Deitel

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Design Motifs Of Ancient...

A compilation of pictorial material featuring 766 vigorous, primitive designs from early Mexican civilizations. Sourced directly from the carved seals of the Aztec, Maya, Totonac, Zapotec, Olmec, and Toltec cultures, this collection showcases beautifully rendered plumed serpents, wind gods, real and mythological animals, and hundreds of unique abstract ornamental designs. 

Author: Jorge Enciso

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**Does have some cover wear, but the contents is still neat. 

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Brushes With The Law

When Parliament put racial legislation on the Statute Book, judges in South Africa were faced with a dilemma. Should they resign or apply the apartheid laws of which they disapproved? Brushes with the law is the inside story of Marius Diemont, a judge who remained on the Bench and for three decades tried to temper justice with mercy.

Author: Marius Diemont

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**Does have some edge scuff to the boards, but overall in very good vintage condition.

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Notes on English...

Author: Barbara Hardy

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**Has underlining throughout and some stains for fore edges of inside pages (mostly at the back)

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King Arthur's Avalon: The...

A classic, deeply imaginative exploration of the real history behind King Arthur and the Holy Grail. In King Arthur's Avalon, celebrated historian Geoffrey Ashe cuts through centuries of myth to deliver a fascinating, readable narrative of Glastonbury—Britain's most legendary landscape. Piercing together archaeology, early Christian history, and medieval folklore, this acclaimed book untangles the mysteries of Camelot in a style that perfectly delights common readers and history enthusiasts alike.

Author: Geoffrey Ashe

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**In a very good condition for a vintage book

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The Arabs and the...

In The Arabs and the Holocaust, Gilbert Achcar dismantles the monolithic stereotypes often applied to the Arab world's perception of the Shoah. Drawing on deep historical research, the book examines the distinct political and intellectual currents in the Middle East—ranging from liberal to Islamist—and analyzes how these groups historically responded to Nazism, Zionism, and the establishment of Israel. Achcar offers a nuanced, perceptive study of the competing narratives that continue to shape the Israeli-Palestinian conflict today. 

Author: Gilbert Achcar

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Strategic Human Resource...

This academic and professional text provides practical guidance on aligning human resource strategies with broader business objectives. The fourth edition includes updated material on human capital management, corporate social responsibility, and organization development, offering practitioners and students tools, checklists, and case studies to bridge the gap between HR theory and real-world implementation.

Author: Michael Armstrong

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Some Corner Of A Foreign...

Before 1914, war literature celebrated glory and heroism, but the First World War shattered those romantic ideals. As mechanized conflict claimed thousands of lives daily, poets and artists alike captured the raw shift from patriotic fervor to deep despair. Edited by former army chaplain Dr James Bentley, this anthology pairs powerful wartime verse with evocative paintings created by contemporary artists. Featuring writers like John McCrae alongside artwork by Paul Nash and C.R.W. Nevinson, the volume contrasts trench suffering with the quiet grief of the home front. Setting written and visual records side by side, it stands as a moving tribute to those who served.

Author: Edited By: James Bentley

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Collins Spacewatching: The...

Explore the wonders of the universe with Collins Spacewatching: The Ultimate Guide to the Stars and Beyond. Reflecting the latest knowledge from daring space journeys, this volume provides practical advice on selecting the right tools for your stargazing goals. The book includes useful hints on sketching and photographing celestial sights, alongside safety tips for charting sunspots. Explore the craters and seas of the Moon with eight detailed maps, or observe the icy polar caps of Mars and the rings of Saturn. Designed for both Northern and Southern Hemisphere observers.

Author: Robert Burnham, Alan Dyer, et al

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*DJ has some wear but overall the book is in very good condition

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Greek Mythology and Religion

Explore the spiritual and narrative landscape of the ancient world with Greek Mythology and Religion by archaeologist Maria Mavromataki. This comprehensive handbook provides an illuminating overview of early Greek civilization, moving systematically from cosmogony and the rise of the Titans to the reign of the Twelve Gods of Olympus. It bridges ancient religious cults, sacred oracles, and the ritualistic PanHellenic games with the legendary exploits of iconic epic heroes. Blending historical analysis with classical storytelling, it serves as a wonderful, highly visual entry point for anyone studying the timeless cultural foundations of Western literature.

Author: Maria Mavromataki

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The Joy of X: A Guided Tour...

Maths is everywhere, often where we least expect it. In this extraordinary book, world-renowned mathematician Steven Strogatz takes us on a fascinating tour of the numbers that form our everyday lives. From the logic of negative numbers to the wonders of calculus, fat tails, and infinity, Strogatz connects great ideas directly to popular culture, current affairs, and business practice. Written with a journalistic eye for startling facts and memorable illustrations, he is the lucid math teacher you always wished you had. Perfect for the curious beginner and the expert alike, this delightful exploration will entertain, amaze, and make you smarter.

Author: Steven Strogatz

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Mister God, This Is Anna

A deeply moving, beautifully simple classic that explores life’s greatest mysteries through the innocent eyes of a child. This extraordinary narrative details the profound relationship between the author, Fynn, and a brilliant, precocious young runaway named Anna, whom he rescues from the London docks. Over the course of their transformative time together, Anna reveals an astonishingly deep, natural understanding of mathematical patterns, science, and spiritual philosophy. Her unfiltered conversations about life, death, and a deeply personal creator challenge conventional perspectives, offering a masterclass in unconditional love and wonder.
Author: Fynn

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Salvador Dalí: Diary Of A...

Step directly into the eccentric, brilliant, and utterly bizarre mind of the master of Surrealism. Diary of a Genius is Salvador Dalí’s exceptionally candid personal journal covering his life, art, and routines from 1952 to 1963. Written with his trademark arrogance, humor, and dazzling imagination, this autobiography offers a fascinating peek into his creative process, his daily fixations, and his profound obsession with his wife and muse, Gala.

Author: Salvador Dali

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A Sprat To Catch A Mackerel

In A Sprat to Catch a Mackerel: Key principles to build your business, Raymond Ackerman shares the basic tenets behind his business philosophy – timeless principles that have guided him through some of South Africa's most turbulent times.

Author: Raymond Ackerman

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Foxing on front and back end papers and on some pages inside, but the book is mostly clean and perfectly readable.

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The Tempest

Exiled on an enchanted island, Prospero uses sorcery and the spirit Ariel to summon a powerful tempest that shipwrecks his treacherous brother Antonio and the King of Naples. As the stranded royals wander the island, Prospero weaves a complex web of illusion, revenge, and reconciliation, while his daughter Miranda falls in love with Prince Ferdinand. This Norton Critical Edition presents the authoritative 1623 First Folio text with detailed annotations by editors Peter Hulme and William H. Sherman. Perfect for high school setwork study or university literature courses.

Author: William Shakespeare (Edited by Peter Hulme and William H. Sherman)

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