Great Book of Shop Drawings for Craftsman Furniture, revised edition
2013 | English | ISBN: 1565237384 | PDF | 330 pages | 123.8 MB

This big book provides complete working shop drawings for 57 classic furniture pieces. The author, a master cabinetmaker, measured original Craftsman antiques to create these detailed plans. With full perspective views, elevations, sections, details, and cutting lists for each project, this revised collection gives today’s woodworkers the heart of the Craftsman aesthetic, along with all the information needed for workshop success.

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Steven J. Janke, “Mathematical Structures for Computer Graphics”
English | ISBN: 1118712196 | 2014 | 408 pages | PDF | 3 MB

A comprehensive exploration of the mathematics behind the modeling and rendering of computer graphics scenes Mathematical Structures for Computer Graphics presents an accessible and intuitive approach to the mathematical ideas and techniques necessary for two- and three-dimensional computer graphics. Focusing on the significant mathematical results, the book establishes key algorithms used to build complex graphics scenes. Written for readers with various levels of mathematical background, the book develops a solid foundation for graphics techniques and fills in relevant graphics details often overlooked in the literature. Rather than use a rigid theorem/proof approach, the book provides a flexible discussion that moves from vector geometry through transformations, curve modeling, visibility, and lighting models.

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BurdaStyle Magazine, “BurdaStyle Modern Sewing – Dresses for Every Occasion”
2015 | ISBN-10: 1620337037 | 128 pages | EPUB | 22 MB

Build your wardrobe with the latest fashion styles found only from Burda patterns. BurdaStyle Modern Sewing: Dresses for Every Occasion includes 25 projects from the archives of BurdaStyle magazine. All of the must-have essentials of a woman’s dress wardrobe are covered in this collection: everything from elegant and sophisticated dresses to casual and comfortable shifts. The fashion styles are versatile and wearable, including flirty halter tops, easygoing pullover styles, retro-remakes, and formfitting classics. The Burda patterns also include skirt and jacket separates for formal occasions that further expand the possibilities for the modern woman’s wardrobe. Several of the projects include illustrated step-by-step tutorials. With a few exceptions, all of the projects are easy to intermediate, and sizes range from 2 to 14. Although this book is not meant to be a primer on sewing, it includes a Burda 101 section that covers everything the reader needs to know to follow the patterns.

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Sylvia Tan, “Home Cooked: Modern Asian Recipes”
ISBN: 981261785X | 2009 | PDF | 190 pages | 4 MB

Home Cooked: Modern Asian Recipes is the culmination of Sylvia Tan’s many years of writing and delighting readers with her musings and anecdotes in her popular Mad About Food column. Written in her familiar infectious style, Home Cooked: Modern Asian Recipes takes the gastronomical journey a giant step further, with full-colour photographs of 60 specially chosen recipes.

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Introduction to Machine Learning, 3 edition (Adaptive Computation and Machine Learning series) by Ethem Alpaydin
English | 2014 | ISBN: 0262028182 | 640 pages | PDF | 7,4 MB

The goal of machine learning is to program computers to use example data or past experience to solve a given problem. Many successful applications of machine learning exist already, including systems that analyze past sales data to predict customer behavior, optimize robot behavior so that a task can be completed using minimum resources, and extract knowledge from bioinformatics data.

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Adam Franklin and Toby Jenkins, “Web Marketing That Works: Confessions from the Marketing Trenches”
English | ISBN: 0730309274 | 2014 | 264 pages | PDF | 3 MB

Practical tips on using the web to boost your business, no matter what business you′re in Everyone in business knows they need to embrace the web, but not everyone knows how to do it or where to start. No matter what industry you′re in, the web offers efficiencies and solutions for sales, marketing and customer service, and many other business functions. For businesspeople, small business owners, and marketers, Web Marketing That Works offers proven tactics, road-tested by the authors, and easy-to-use templates for boosting your Google search rankings, using social media to build relationships, developing an effective online marketing strategy, mastering the art of inbound marketing, and much more. Features insider advice and proven tactics for small business owners and marketers who want to tap into the power of the web Covers web strategy, execution, content marketing, and social media Includes 33 free, downloadable templates Written by the founders of Bluewire Media, one of Australia′s top web marketing firms Every business, large or small, can benefit from the web. If you′re not already using the web to boost your business, you′re falling behind the competition. Web Marketing That Works shows you how to get ahead-starting right now.

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A Primer on Scientific Programming with Python, 4th edition By Hans Petter Langtangen
2014 | 898 Pages | ISBN: 3642549586 | PDF | 7 MB

The book serves as a first introduction to computer programming of scientific applications, using the high-level Python language. The exposition is example and problem-oriented, where the applications are taken from mathematics, numerical calculus, statistics, physics, biology and finance. The book teaches “Matlab-style” and procedural programming as well as object-oriented programming. High school mathematics is a required background and it is advantageous to study classical and numerical one-variable calculus in parallel with reading this book. Besides learning how to program computers, the reader will also learn how to solve mathematical problems, arising in various branches of science and engineering, with the aid of numerical methods and programming. By blending programming, mathematics and scientific applications, the book lays a solid foundation for practicing computational science.

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Principles of Microeconomics, 7th Edition by N. Gregory Mankiw
2014 | ISBN: 128516590X, 1305081676 | English | 520 pages | PDF | 26 MB

With its clear and engaging writing style, PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS, Seventh Edition, continues to be one of the most popular books on economics available today. Mankiw emphasizes material that you are likely to find interesting about the economy (particularly if you are studying economics for the first time), including real-life scenarios, useful facts, and the many ways economic concepts play a role in the decisions you make every day.

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Mediterranean Vegetarian Feasts by Aglaia Kremezi, Penny De Los Santos
2014 | ISBN: 1617690732 | English | 256 pages | EPUB | 8 MB

In Mediterranean Vegetarian Feasts, Aglaia Kremezi, who introduced Greek cooking to an American audience, has gone back to her roots, rediscovering the delicious, fresh, healthy, easy-to-make recipes she grew up with, like Flat Bread with Dried Figs, Spicy Cheese, and Rosemary; Santorini Favas with Braised Capers and Onions; and more.

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Vegan Planet, Revised Edition: 425 Irresistible Recipes With Fantastic Flavors from Home and Around the World by Robin Robertson
English | 2014 | ISBN: 1558328319 | 592 pages | EPUB | 6,6 MB

When it first appeared in 2003, Vegan Planet revolutionized animal-free cooking. Robin Robertson’s pioneering book played a leading role in the passage of veganism from subculture to mainstream culinary lifestyle. Its breadth and variety of fantastically flavorful food not only gave vegans what they craved, it gave them food they could serve up happily to their non-vegan family members and friends.

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Hayden Quinn, “Dish It Up: Fresh, healthy food you’ll love to cook and share”
ISBN: 1743360770 | 2013 | EPUB | 192 pages | 55 MB

MasterChef Australia contender Hayden Quinn’s beach-living-inspired kitchen repertoire is packed with punchy flavours from around the globe. Think energy-packed breakfasts and post-surfing power foods, travel-inspired street food, backyard feasts and special occasion meals to share with family and friends. His recipes are easy to navigate, complete with helpful hints on cooking techniques and the best places to source key ingredients. Hayden’s enthusiasm for good food and his easy-going cooking style make this the perfect recipe book for cooks who aspire to fresh, healthy, mouth -watering food that’s easy to prepare and share – and guaranteed to make you smile

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David Frenkiel, “Green Kitchen Travels: Healthy Vegetarian Food Inspired by Our Adventures”
ISBN: 1742707688 | 2014 | EPUB | 256 pages | 61 MB

A collection of recipes perfect for those who love to cook delicious, nutritious vegetarian and vegan food, inspired by flavors from around the world. David, Luise, and Elsa are a family who love to travel. Hungry to see and taste more of the world, they had embarked on an around-the-world trip by the time Elsa was just 7 months old. They slept on a friend’s couch in Brooklyn, hunted for a vegetarian restaurant in Beijing, and were mesmerized by the street food in Vietnam. By the time David and Luise returned home, their daughter had learned to walk and their minds and bellies were full with food inspiration. Take inspiration from their travels and start the day with indulgent almond pumpkin waffles from San Francisco, tuck into a raw bean sprout pad thai from Thailand for lunch, and a Sri Lankan vegetable curry for supper. David and Luise have you spoiled for choice with desserts, featuring cheesecake, raw tiramisu, and a sweet roti pancake. With easy-to-find ingredients and simple instructions, these recipes are sure to be a success. With stunning photography and food styling, as well as personal anecdotes and images from the authors’ travels, The Green Kitchen: Food From Our Travels shares modern and inspiring vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free recipes.

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Ben Milgate, “Recipes for a Good Time”
ISBN: 1743369700 | 2013 | EPUB | 288 pages | 98 MB

The kitchens of Argentina are the inspiration for the sensational food at Sydney restaurant Porteno. Voted Best New Restaurant by the Sydney Morning Herald, Time Out Sydney and Gourmet Traveller in 2011, chefs Ben Milgate and Elvis Abrahanowicz continue to wow packed houses with super-slow-cooked meats and seafood, alongside fresh and inventive vegetable dishes. This relaxed and exuberant atmosphere translates perfectly to their new book – collecting 50 of their best known recipes from Slow-Cooked Lamb to Suckling Pig, mouth-watering crispy-fried brussel sprouts, accented by their luscious cocktails the beautiful photography will transport you to Buenos Aires by way of Sydney. Beautifully made, this is a book which captures the spirit of Argentina and the joy of good food, eaten well.

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Bree Hutchins, “Hidden Kitchens of Sri Lanka”
ISBN: 174336055X | 2014 | EPUB | 272 pages | 88 MB

An evocative journey into the heart and culture of the real Sri Lanka with beautifully photographed cooking and heartwarming stories

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