Eco Targets, Goal Functions, and Orientors

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This book introduces a new concept in ecosystem theory and discusses it in an interdisciplinary framework, originating in succession theory, network theory and thermodynamics. The central hypothesis claims that there are certain system attributes which are regularly optimized in the course of ecosystem development. Many of these orientators can also be interpretated as general attributes for self-organizing processes. As a result of the discussions, a new quality of a holistic environmental management is designed, capable of integrating the ideas of sustainability, ecological integrity, and ecosystem health.

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This book reflects changes that have occurred during the last two decades in theoretical understanding and practical implementation of magnetic techniques in materials treatment. Research and development needs, based on the current strategic thinking and on principles of sustainable development are outlined. Development of magnetic separators based on powerful permanent magnetic materials, construction of reliable superconducting separators, design of efficient eddy-current separators and industrial implementation of magnetic carriers and magnetic fluids are examples of innovative changes that have taken place during the last twenty years.
The book reflects the current technological trends and re-positions the research, development and practice of magnetic methods of material treatment in such areas as minerals beneficiation, recycling, waste treatment and biomedical and clinical applications.

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A comprehensive and up-to-date review, covering the broad range of this outstanding class of materials among intermetallic alloys.
Starting with metallurgy and characterization, the authors continue on to structure and mathematical modeling. They use this basis to move on to dealing with electronic, magnetic, thermal, dynamic and mechanical properties, before finally providing an insight into surfaces and thin films.
The authors belong to a research program on quasicrystals, sponsored by the German Research Society and managed by Hans-Rainer Trebin, such that most of the latest results are presented, including interesting new structures of the solid state.

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A Must-Read for Any British Comedy Enthusiast!

Enjoyable, but Highly Repetitive

Stories Don't Come Any Better Than This (or Any Funnier)

Perhaps the best introduction to & compendium of Wodehouse!

Each of the 34 stories is a good read for a relaxing evening

The World of Jeeves
P. G. Wodehouse
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A Must-Read for Any British Comedy Enthusiast!.......2007-06-08

P.G. Wodehouse shows why Jeeves and Wooster are his most loved characters by readers in his compilation of short stories entitled The World of Jeeves. You will fall immediately in love with all of Wodehouse's characters; all of whom I know no one like, but I completely understand their personalities. Bertie Wooster is a person you wish you could be sometimes because of the lavish lifestyle he lives and his social Einstein for a valet, Jeeves. Jeeves is the person everyone wishes they knew because of his cunning in escaping from pickles. Bertie's Aunt Agatha is the member of the extended family that everyone has who they love to hate. It seams like she always has someone new to stay with Bertie or a new woman to potentially settle Bertie down with in married life. Whether it's Cyril Bassington Bassington or Wilmot Malvern who overstay there welcome (and especially in Motty's case), Jeeves always finds a way to get them moving on their way out of Bertie's flat. This however does lead to the only flaw in the book. Although it is exciting in every story to see how Jeeves solves the problem, it can get somewhat repetitive because you know that Jeeves will eventually solve it and everything will turn out fine in the end. But to anyone looking for something that is actually fun to read; a getaway from the serious literature out there, especially about the 1920's such as F. Scott Fittzgerald, then this is the book for you. Fitzgerald chooses to take the wealthy class during the 1920's seriously while Wodehouse chooses to make fun of their pinstripe suit wearing and obscure sock, hat, and tie styles, which is far more fun to read about.

Enjoyable, but Highly Repetitive.......2004-09-26

P. G. Wodehouse definitely can tell a funny story. The interaction between Bertie Wooster and his gentleman's gentleman, Jeeves, always bring the smile to one's face. The problem is, once one has read a handful of the over thirty stories in this collection alone, everything else is simply repetition.

Wodehouse's characters are two dimensional at best. These stories are definitely intended as very light reading, as a glance through the "other books written by" page in this volume suggests: There are 93 books by this author. 93! That doesn't include the omnibuses.

Wodehouse's writing is complete fluff, yet charming fluff at that. I certainly couldn't read more than two or three of these short stories at a sitting. This is definitely library or used book material.

Stories Don't Come Any Better Than This (or Any Funnier).......2004-07-02

What better introduction to the wonders of P.G. Wodehouse's writing than a collection of stories about the adventures of Bertie Wooster and his repeated rescue by Jeeves? This volume includes all the stories - thirty-three narrated by Bertie and one by Jeeves. None is less than good; most have had me laughing out loud.

In addition to Bertie and Jeeves, you'll meet such memorable characters as Bingo Little and his wife Rosie M. Banks, Tuppy Glossop and his uncle Sir Roderick, Bertie's aunts Agatha and Dahlia, and, in "Jeeves and the Old School Chum", Rosie's friend Laura Pyke.

If you like to laugh and like good literature, this collection is for you. If you've never read any Wodehouse, I envy you the pleasure awaiting you.

Perhaps the best introduction to & compendium of Wodehouse!.......2002-04-02

This book is at once both an excellent introduction to, as well as an outstanding compendium of the outrageous "Jeeves" stories by PG Wodehouse. This collection of short stories is the pinancle of parody of the stereotypical British elite, as seen though the eyes "the perfect manservant" to a "1920's bachelor on the run".

I admit that I was biased when I began this book, at the incessant recommendation of my siblings. I was certain that I would not enjoy it, and resisted its wickedly incisive humor with all my might as I turned page after page ... after page. I finally gave in to Wodehouse's unbeatable combination of an incredibly accurate, ironic, insightful view of the world and an always well-turned phrase. I dare you to spend an evening with it - you'll find yourself hooked! The good news is that there are many more fine "Jeeves" stories to enjoy after these.

You really should enjoy at least one Wodehouse "Jeeves" book - at this is the perfect place to begin, if you ask me.

Do enjoy - Cheerio!

Each of the 34 stories is a good read for a relaxing evening.......1999-01-19

Bertie and Jeeves know just how to take your mind off hypocritical House and Senate impeachment hearings and sexual overkill.

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Jeeves, I'm Bored is more than just a list of kid-friendly Web sites; it features 25 escapades in fun, interactive detail. On a time-travel adventure, for instance, Jeeves leads the way to Dinosaurs, Ancient Greece, Shakespeare's England, even a Beatles concert. Along the way he points out curious facts, challenges kids with questions, and suggests creative activities to keep them engaged.

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Jeeves, I'm not a mother! Help me entertain these children!.......2000-07-07

Even if you aren't a parent, odds are you have children in your life. How refreshing to find things my nieces and nephew and I can do together on the web besides raid tombs and kill centipedes! I am internet savvy, but have never had any need or time to see what is available for children. I found this guide to be a handy and valuable resource. The best part is, the children and I found things to do that we both enjoyed.

Excellent Ideas.......2000-06-09

As a teacher and a mother, I highly recommend this book. It is an excellent way for kids to have fun while learning at the same time. Great idea by Callie Gregory!

Fantastic book.......2000-05-23

Excellent reading material written in a format that kids can relate to. I highly recommend Callie Gregory's "Jeeves, I'm Bored" to individuals with kids interested in adventures on the internet.

Great book!.......2000-05-14

Excellent idea and outstanding presentation. Callie Gregory is right on target with this book! I recommend it to all of us that have kids with curious thoughts about what do do on a rainy day!

Jeeves, I Need Help!: Tips and Tricks for Kids on the Net

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WOW, this one saved my sanity!

Jeeves, I Need Help!: Tips and Tricks for Kids on the Net
Callie Gregory , and Lynda Greene
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Jeeves, I Need Help! helps kids do what they want to do online faster, easier, and more effectively - whether it's hooking up with other kids or researching a topic for a school report. Written in the same entertaining but authoritative tone as Callie Gregory's Jeeves, I'm Bored, this is a how-to book that addresses the needs of kids with clear, practical tips and strategies. When kids use the Internet at home, they don't have the benefit of a reference librarian who can preselect the best resources. Jeeves, I Need Help! teaches them to play that role themselves, explaining which sites are likely to be reliable and appropriate, how rewording a question may get a better answer, or how to narrow or broaden a search as needed. Also included is information on e-mail, URLs, plug-ins, site navigation, filtering software, and safety concerns.

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WOW, this one saved my sanity!.......2000-09-06

So much information packed in such a wonderfully entertaining and informative book. This is a gem, I found this to be quite helpful in helping me learn to use the internet for reasearch and loved the section on creating a Bibliography, a great search engine delivers a great product.

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Just Curious About History, Jeeves
Erin Barrett , and Jack Mingo
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Is it true that King Louis XIV never bathed?
Was Doc Holliday really a doctor?
Who were the twelve knights of King Arthur's Round Table?
And what do Scots traditionally wear under their kilts?

You'll get the answers to these fascinating questions and many, many more in the wildly entertaining, un-put-down-able Just Curious About History, Jeeves. Based on the legion of unexpected questions posed at the popular Ask Jeeves Web site, Just Curious tackles all the puzzlers, bafflers, and stumpers that find their way into our everyday lives. What were the Pig Wars and were they actually caused by pigs? Who were the first gangsters? Did Cleopatra really wear makeup? Was Ivan the Terrible that terrible?

Sure curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought him back. So if you want to know how tall Napoleon was, whether Captain Kidd had any little Kidds, or who the heck Charles the Fat was, look no further than Just Curious About History, Jeeves -- the unequivocal say-all, end-all, be-all authority on history's who, what, where, when, why, and how.

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A whole lot of fun! 4.5 Stars

What ho!

Car Listening

The Inimitable P. G. Wodehouse

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Since his first appearance in print in 1919, Jeeves has become synonymous with British tongue-in-cheek humor. Valet to bumbling aristocrat Bertie Wooster, Jeeves is continually helping his employer out of scrapes. In this debut novel, Wooster's lovesick pal Bingo Little decides to marry and enlists his friend's help. Luckily for Wooster, Jeeves comes to the rescue.

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A whole lot of fun! 4.5 Stars.......2007-07-13

I can't recall reading a more consistently comical book in my whole life. I wasn't sure at the start if I was going to enjoy this. For one thing, what do most of us have in common with the idle rich of 1920's England? These blokes spend most of their days carefree and content, engaging in such benign activities as hanging out at the local bar all day and gambling on everything from the ponies to what was dubbed "the great Sermon Handicap". The latter is essentially a bet about which of the parsons in the area (there are about a dozen total) end up performing the longest sermon on Sunday. What a life huh?

Bertie Wooster, our main protagonist, is a couple of IQ points above being labeled a true simpleton. He is however, despite all of his shortcomings, an extremely likeable chap all the same. Bertie would be lost in this world if it weren't for his valet, his right-hand man - Mr. Jeeves. Although Jeeves may be a man of few words, there is no doubt of his wisdom every time he does open his mouth to speak. He consistently saves the day, and keeps Bertie's chaotic life from becoming an absolute catastrophe. The refined, conservative Jeeves also does his best in preventing Bertie from dressing like a total nerd (their constant battles over Bertie's eccentric style of clothing is priceless!). On top of that, Bertie's best friend Bingo keeps falling in love with every female he sees with a pulse (which of course calls for Jeeves assistance as well). And lastly, to add even more flavor to this already colorful crew is Bertie's Aunt Agatha. This rich, pretentious, highfalutin' dame is something else to say the least. She reminds me a bit of a more refined Hyacinth Bucket from that classic British sitcom "Keeping up Appearances". Bottom line, the whole bloody bunch is absolutely hilarious!

There is nothing in this light-hearted book that is going to broaden your intellect and make you any more enlightened or wiser. However, if you are looking to have some fun, not have to think too hard, and also want to laugh, than this book is ideal for you. I am greatly looking forward to reading quite a bit more of these Jeeves & Wooster books. If they are anything like this one, I am going to be one happy man (there are thirteen more!). It took me a while, but I am glad I finally got around to reading Wodehouse. The chap definitely had a unique sense of humor and I enjoy his facile, sunny style of writing.

I give it a solid 4.5 stars. A whole lot of fun!

What ho!.......2007-05-20

Although "The Inimitable Jeeves" is not the first appearance of the famous double act, Jeeves and Wooster, it is the first book to be 'completely' dedicated to them. It was first published in 1923, and was originally known in America as, simply, "Jeeves".

The book is set in the 1920s England and features Wodehouse's best known creations : Bertie Wooster and his valet, Jeeves. Bertie is the book's wealthy, good-natured and rather dim narrator. He's a member of the "idle rich" and, rather than having to work for a living, lives off an allowance provided by his uncle. He spends much of his time in the bar-room of the Drones Club, is fond of the occasional wager and has an appalling dress sense. Luckily, Bertie has Jeeves to look after him. Without Jeeves, Bertie's life would be a mess : he makes an excellent hangover cure, his bets usually win and he's intelligent enough to rescue Bertie from nearly any situation. He disapproves of Bertie's more garish items of clothing, and will - occasionally - take it upon himself to deal with the offending item.

All of the short stories are connected and most of them involve Bertie's friend Bingo Little, who is always falling in love - occasionally while still 'officially' in love with another. It's Bingo who most consistently drops Bertie into trouble : Bingo's schemes generally aim for an increase in his allowance from his Uncle, with the intention of marrying his latest girlfriend. Generally, Bingo's intended is a girl his uncle wouldn't approve of - so he ropes Bertie and Jeeves into helping him out. There are also appearances for Bertie's troublesome cousins, Claude and Eustace, a devious bookmaker called Steggles and Bertie's fearsome Aunt Agatha. Bertie is held in very low esteem by Agatha, but she is determined that Bertie should marry - Bertie's opinion, as far as she is concerned, is irrelevant.

A very easy and enjoyable read.

Car Listening.......2007-05-16

Delightful listening especially on a long car trip. Reader is excellent. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys the sillyness of Wodehouse.

The Inimitable P. G. Wodehouse.......2007-05-06

The Inimitable Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse can best be described in one simple word: FUN. Fortunatley, by surfing Amazon and its denizens fine reviews, I was able to stumble on this fine author. My interest was piqued by the reviews I read, so I decided to give the Jeeves and Wooster series a try. I began with season one of the televised Wooster and Jeeves and was thoroughly impressed. I then read this delightful book, after reading some short stories. This book is great fun and features the warm, sometimes competetive, relationship between Bertie Wooster and his "inimitable" valet Jeeves. With much help from supporting players. Especially the goofball Bingo, this book features a variety of light stories all brought together. Do yourself a favor, like I did, join the many fans of this great author and these fun characters. 5 Stars!

Popping but unpenetrating.......2007-03-04

I have heard that few writers had put more effort into trying to be funny than Wodehouse. Few writers have put more studied effort, and weighing of every word for maximum hilarity. Wodehouse is good but there is a forced quality that does not seem as natural as others like Saki. Some jokes just get wrung out for everything they are worth - jovial flavors of feeling just sap out. Wodehouse was, apparently, a work-horse of a writer but there is nothing deep in him which on the other hand makes him an easy read and one can be certain that his words are well chosen. On the other hand if you agree with Wilfred Sheed, who in the forward to "Leave it to Psmith", classified Wodehouse along with Gilbert and Sullivan as anti artist artists.
Anti artist artists were born something out of a reaction to English public opinion against Byron and Shelley and their questionable views and lifestyles. Their motive is to knock high ideals off their perspective horses. While Europe was taking art seriously, maybe too seriously, with rebellious Wagnerian operas and psychological probings of Flauberts and Prousts and such the English were being amused by Gilbert and Sullivan and other entertainment of high silliness.
The stories really qualify for the realm of science fiction and are mildly funny.
If you are interested in finding the book of stories that the TV series of "Jeeves and Wooster" was largely based on this is it.
If you like this you might also like the "Short Stories of Noel Coward" maybe even better.

South Africa's Labor Empire: A History of Black Migrancy to the Gold Mines (African Modernization and Development Series)

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South Africa's Labor Empire: A History of Black Migrancy to the Gold Mines (African Modernization and Development Series)
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White Farms, Black Labour: Agrarian Transition in Southern Africa, 1910-1950 (Social History of Africa,)

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White Farms, Black Labour: Agrarian Transition in Southern Africa, 1910-1950 (Social History of Africa,)
Jonathan Crush , and Alan Jeeves
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The fifteen essays in this collection explore various aspects of the lives and experiences of black farm workers who were driven off their own land and forced to labor on white farms instead.

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The World of Jeeves
P.G. Wodehouse
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The World of Jeeves

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This first paperback collection of "Jeeves" classis is for lovers of the brilliant comic genius of the one and only P.G. Wodehouse.

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