Download or read book Paediatric Rheumatology written by Helen E. Foster and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2012-06-14 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paediatric Rheumatology is an indispensible resource for the identification and management of specific rheumatological disorders. As well as covering common and rare rheumatological problems, there are also chapters on investigations and emergencies, designed for quick reference. The handbook includes dedicated topics on systemic diseases affecting rheumatology; the relevant clinical guidelines and information needed for a rheumatologist to successfully management a young patient; and, a coloured section for guidance on rash-related investigations. Paediatric Rheumatology is also fully endorsed by the British Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Rheumatology and the UK Paediatric Rheumatology Clinical Studies Group.

Download or read book Decoded written by Mai Jia and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2014-03-12 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Decoded tells the story of Rong Jinzhwen, one of the great code-breakers in the world. A semi-autistic mathematical genius, Jinzhen is recruited to the cryptography department of China's secret services, Unit 701, where he is assigned the task of breaking the elusive 'Code Purple'. Jinzhen rises through the ranks to eventually become China's greatest and most celebrated code-breaker; until he makes a mistake. Then begins his descent through the unfathomable darkness of the world of cryptology into madness. Decoded was an immediate success when it was published in 2002 in China and has become an international bestseller. With the pacing of a literary crime thriller, Mai Jia's masterpiece also combines elements of historical fiction and state espionage. Taking place in the shadowy world of Chinese secret security, where Mai Jia worked for decades, it introduces us to a place that is unfamiliar, intriguing and authentic. And with Rong Jinzhen, it introduces us to a character who is deeply flawed and fragile, yet possessing exceptional intelligence. Decoded is an unforgettable and gripping story of genius, brilliance, insanity and human frailty. Mai Jia (the pseudonym of Jiang Benhu) is arguably the most successful writer in China today. His books are constant bestsellers, with total sales over three million copies. He became the highest paid author in China last year with his new book, Wind Talk. He has achieved unprecedented success with film adaptation: all of his novels are made - or are being made - into major films or TV series, the screenplays of which are often written by Mai Jia himself. He is hailed as the forerunner of Chinese espionage fiction, and has created a unique genre that combines spycraft, code-breaking, crime, human drama, historical fiction, and metafiction. He has won almost every major award in China, including the highest literary honor - the Mao Dun Award.

Download or read book Trick Mirror written by Jia Tolentino and published by Random House. This book was released on 2019-08-06 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “From The New Yorker’s beloved cultural critic comes a bold, unflinching collection of essays about self-deception, examining everything from scammer culture to reality television.”—Esquire Book Club Pick for Now Read This, from PBS NewsHour and The New York Times • “A whip-smart, challenging book.”—Zadie Smith • “Jia Tolentino could be the Joan Didion of our time.”—Vulture FINALIST FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE’S JOHN LEONARD PRIZE FOR BEST FIRST BOOK • NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY AND HARVARD CRIMSON AND ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review • Time • Chicago Tribune • The Washington Post • NPR • Variety • Esquire • Vox • Elle • Glamour • GQ • Good Housekeeping • The Paris Review • Paste • Town & Country • BookPage • Kirkus Reviews • BookRiot • Shelf Awareness Jia Tolentino is a peerless voice of her generation, tackling the conflicts, contradictions, and sea changes that define us and our time. Now, in this dazzling collection of nine entirely original essays, written with a rare combination of give and sharpness, wit and fearlessness, she delves into the forces that warp our vision, demonstrating an unparalleled stylistic potency and critical dexterity. Trick Mirror is an enlightening, unforgettable trip through the river of self-delusion that surges just beneath the surface of our lives. This is a book about the incentives that shape us, and about how hard it is to see ourselves clearly through a culture that revolves around the self. In each essay, Tolentino writes about a cultural prism: the rise of the nightmare social internet; the advent of scamming as the definitive millennial ethos; the literary heroine’s journey from brave to blank to bitter; the punitive dream of optimization, which insists that everything, including our bodies, should become more efficient and beautiful until we die. Gleaming with Tolentino’s sense of humor and capacity to elucidate the impossibly complex in an instant, and marked by her desire to treat the reader with profound honesty, Trick Mirror is an instant classic of the worst decade yet. FINALIST FOR THE PEN/DIAMONSTEIN-SPIELVOGEL AWARD FOR THE ART OF THE ESSAY

Download or read book Jia written by Heyjin Kim and published by Cleis Press. This book was released on 2007-07-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first novel about present-day North Korea to be published in the West. A moving and true-to-life tale of courage in the face of oppression and exile. Hyejin Kim’s Jia follows the adventures of an orphaned young woman, Jia, who has the grace of a dancer but the misfortune of coming from a politically suspect family. In the isolated mining village of her childhood, Jia’s father, a science teacher, questions government intrusion into his classroom and is taken away by police, never to be heard from again. Now Jia must leave the village where her family has been sent as punishment to carve a path for herself. Her journey takes her first to Pyongyang, and finally to Shenyang in northeast China. Along the way, she falls in love with a soldier, befriends beggars, is kidnapped, beaten, and sold, negotiates Chinese culture, and learns to balance cruel necessity with the possibilities of kindness and love. Above all, Jia must remain wary, always ready to adapt to the “capricious political winds” of modern North Korea and China.

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Feng Shui written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2013-07-01 with total page 692 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia The 100 Formations written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Comprehensive Reference to The 100 Stem Formations Joey Yap compiles the most common and best known combinations of the Qi Men Dun Jia Chart in this most comprehensive reference yet on the ancient divination technique used by renowned strategists of Chinese history. This essential reference presents an easy-to-understand format of the structures of the 10 Heavenly and Earthly Stems and contains informative knowledge of each combination. What You'll Learn: •Essential and complete reference for the 100 Stem Formations. •The original Chinese classical texts and their transliteration and interpretation for each of the 100 Formations. •An easy to reference format of every combination and their interaction with the 8 Doors. •Excellent reference companion for genuine enthusiasts, students or professional practitioners of Qi Men Dun Jia

Download or read book Biography of Jia Sixie written by Ji Lu and published by DeepLogic. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jia Sixie (贾思勰) was an agronomist in the Northern Wei Dynasty. He was proficient in agricultural science and systematized dryland agricultural technology during the revival of agriculture in North China, which was abandoned due to war. He wrote Qi Min Yao Shu (齐民要术） in the late Northern Wei Dynasty. The book is composed of farming, grain, vegetables, fruit trees, trees, livestock, brewing, seasoning, conditioning, foreign products and other chapters. It is the earliest and most complete large-scale agricultural encyclopedia in China.

Download or read book Rejection Proof written by Jia Jiang and published by Harmony. This book was released on 2015-04-14 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspiring, relatable, and sometimes outrageous true story of how one man used 100 days of rejection therapy to overcome fear and dare to live more boldly “Rejection Proof smashes fear in the face with a one-two punch. You’ll laugh out loud at Jia’s crazy social experiments, but you’ll also go away thinking differently about what you can accomplish.”—Chris Guillebeau, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Pursuit Jia Jiang’s TEDx Talk, “What I learned from 100 days of rejection,” has amassed over ten million views! Jia Jiang came to the United States with the dream of being the next Bill Gates. But despite early success in the corporate world, his first attempt to pursue his entrepreneurial dream ended in rejection. Jia was crushed and spiraled into a period of deep self-doubt. Jia realized that his fear of rejection was a bigger obstacle than any single rejection would ever be; he needed to find a way to cope with being told “no” that wouldn’t destroy him. Inspired by rejection therapy, which uses similar modalities as exposure therapy to desensitize you to the effects of being rejected, he undertook the “100 days of rejection” experiment, during which he willfully sought out rejection on a daily basis—from requesting a lesson in sales from a car salesman (no) to asking a flight attendant if he could make an announcement on the loud speaker (yes) to his famous request to get Krispy Kreme donuts in the shape of Olympic rings (yes, with a viral video to prove it). Over the course of one hundred rejection attempts, Jia realized that even the most preposterous wish might be granted if you ask the right way. He learned the secrets to making successful requests, tactics for picking the right people to approach at the right time, and strategies for converting an initial no into something positive. More important, Jia discovered ways to steel himself against rejection and live more fearlessly—skills that can’t be derailed by a single setback. The changes Jia experienced from his rejection therapy experiment went far beyond becoming more successful in business; he realized that he could apply these techniques to get more out of his relationships with friends, family, and even casual encounters with strangers. Filled with great stories and valuable insight, Rejection Proof shares the secrets of Jia’s rejection journey, distilling each lesson into a strategy that can be used in any negotiation or pitch.

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia The Stems written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ideal Source for Everything in Qi Men The 10 Stems of Qi Men Dun Jia are one of the core components of the craft with some truly rich ties to ancient Chinese history and culture. Together with the Earthly branches, they define the time-space axis of the universe and unlock the nature of everything in existence. The energy of the Heavenly Stems is irrevocably bound up with human thought and behaviour. Until the present day, the guidance of The 10 Stems has proven invaluable in activities such as moving houses or properties, choosing the right wedding dates, launching new businesses and a variety of other matters. The Heavenly Stems play a fundamental role in many classical Chinese traditions: Chinese astrology, Chinese cosmology, Yi Jing, BaZi, Feng Shui and ZeRi, among others, and of course, Qi Men itself. Qi Men Dun Jia: The Stems for the first time in its release history, not only brings together a wealth of information on the 10 Stems but also explains their interactions through a popular fantasy war setting – Game of Stems. In this book, you will learn how to recognise and interpret the guides and wisdom presented by these Deities and their unique “alliances” and “rivalries” (positive and negative formations). This will enable you, as an individual, to gain a deeper understanding of the self and the surrounding world. What You`ll Learn •Complete essential reference materials and comprehensive technical information on the 10 Heavenly Stems, as well as application of their attributes and influences on daily life •Helpful personality and character traits identified based on the Stems, which will help in determining an individual’s strengths and weaknesses and disclose methods of self-improvement •The 10 Stems visualised through the narrative of Game of Stems to illustrate their respective interactions nad formations •A wide range of reference materials with comprehensive descriptions and information on the 10 Stems •The historical and cultural post of the 10 Stems and their influence in both Chinese Metaphysics and traditions Chapter Highlights Chapter One: Jia Wood Chapter Two:Yi Wood Chapter Three:Bing Fire Chapter Four: Ding Fire Chapter Five: Wu Earth Chapter Six: Ji Earth Chapter Seven: Geng Metal Chapter Eight: Xin Metal Chapter Nine: Ren Water Chapter Ten: Gui Water

Download or read book The Cinema of Jia Zhangke written by Cecília Mello and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-25 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shorlisted for the BAFTSS 2020 Award for Best Monograph Despite his films being subjected to censorship and denigration in his native China, Jia Zhangke has become the country's leading independent film director internationally. Seen as one of world cinema's foremost auteurs, he has played a crucial role in documenting and reflecting upon China's era of intense transformations since the 1990s. Cecília Mello provides in-depth analysis of Jia's unique body of work, from his early films Xiao Wu and Platform, to experimental quasi-documentary 24 City and the audacious Mountains May Depart. Mello suggests that Jia's particular expression of the realist mode is shaped by the aesthetics of other Chinese artistic traditions, allowing Jia to unearth memories both personal and collective, still lingering within the ever-changing landscapes of contemporary China. Mello's groundbreaking study opens a door into Chinese cinema and culture, addressing the nature of the so-called 'impure' cinematographic art and the complex representation of China through the ages. Foreword by Walter Salles

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Forecasting Methods Wealth and Life Pursuits Book 1 written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2013-11-01 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore possibilities and outcomes with the ancient art of Qi Men Qi Men Dun Jia Forecasting Methods - Wealth and Life Pursuits (Book 1) is a practical and easy-to-use reference book on utilising the ancient art of Qi Men for divination or forecasting. In this first instalment on forecasting methods, learn how to divine subjects related to a person’s prospects in pursuit of his or her calling and fortune in life.

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Month Charts written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2013-07-01 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Qi Men Dun Jia Day Charts San Yuan Method Plotting a Qi Men Chart is a very complex process. In this book, Joey Yap has drawn up all the 180 Qi Men Month Charts - plotted based on San Yuan Qi Men Month-Charting system - and presented them in a simplified format, even beginners to the Qi Men study can use with ease. Now, you can assess and deploy the Qi of a specific month to gain the desired outcome of your activity by turning to the right page! What You'll Learn: Comprehensive references of all Qi Men Dun Jia Chart componentsAn introduction to the fundamental concepts of theories of Qi Men Dun JiaEasy reference on the auspicious and inauspicious qualities of a Qi Men ChartComplete reference of the 180 Month Charts according to the Upper, Middle and Lower Cycles compiled in one volumeEach sector of every one of the 180 Qi Men Month Charts comes with a commentary

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Destiny Analysis written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breaking Down the Destiny Code, Qi Men Style Qi Men Dun Jia Destiny Analysis is a very complex system. But in this book, the entire system is simplified to create a "look-up-and-refer" style format where you can immediately dive down to the core of analyzing a Qi Men Destiny Chart - hassle-free. Whether it is on Personality, Career, Business, Relationship, Family, Health and Academic Pursuits - this book contains all the necessary information that helps to unravel the burning questions about your future.

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Day Charts Five Charm Method written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2013-07-01 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Outcome of a Day - In Your Hands If you're carrying out activities or events that stretch within a day's duration, the Qi Men Dun Jia Day Chart is the right deployment for you! Think of this book as a speedy Qi Men deployment system that allows you to rapidly assess the potential of a day without doing any of the hard work normally associated with Qi Men chart plotting. Get the most out of Qi Men, and get the most out of your day! What You'll Learn: Comprehensive references of all Qi Men Dun Jia Chart componentsAn introduction to the fundamental concepts of theories of Qi MenThe attributes and representations of the 9 Stars, 8 Doors, 10 Stems and 8 DeitiesThe auspicious and inauspicious qualities of a Qi Men ChartThe meaning behind each sector of every one of the 120 Qi Men Day Charts

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Strategic Executions of the 100 Formations written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Executing the Right Strategy with Qi Men Dun Jia Joey Yap has put together an essential reference for performing an accurate and instantaneous Strategic Execution with the help of the 100 Qi Men Heavenly Stem Formations. With this book, know which strategy to take at any given time and get ahead to obtain the most desired results in life. Packed with concise information and easy-to-refer tables and guides, this systematic reference is all you need to engineer a successful outcome for all important life pursuits.

Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Sun Tzu Warcraft written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For Business, Politics and Absolute Power The Qi Men Dun Jia Sun Tzu Warcraft by Joey Yap is the first book of its kind that elucidates Sun Tzu's Art of War in detail. All thirteen chapters of the original classic have been meticulously transliterated line by line, without losing the accuracy of its original meaning. Modern day business commentaries based on Joey Yap's personal experiences in business as a successful entrepreneur are also included, taking into account the perspective of Qi Men Dun Jia application in today's context. This book is intended to advance practitioners to a higher level of understanding on the Art of War, and transform the knowledge into a Tool of War in business and in life.