New Releases by Nick Robinson

This title is one of the "Essentials" IT Books published by TechNet Publications Limited. This Book is a very helpful practical guide for beginners in the topic , which can be used as a learning material for students pursuing their studies in undergraduate and graduate levels in universities and colleges and those who want to learn the topic via a short and complete resource. We hope you find this book useful in shaping your future career.

Videogames matter and they matter for world politics. The aim of this book is to demonstrate the way in which games contribute to the evolution of global politics and to show how global politics contributes to the development of games. Robinson seeks to achieve this in two ways. First, he offers a ¿macro-approach¿ which explores the political economy of videogames, their role in the militarisation of society and politics, and their soft power role as a source of both cultural attraction and repulsion. Second he offers a ¿micro-approach¿ which applies theory to the reading of key games so demonstrating both the politics within videogames but also the impact of politics on the very understanding which we have of the games we play. This book makes a compelling case that videogames matter for politics and that politics matters for videogames. Given the global reach and value of the videogame industry this is highly important. More specifically, this book departs from the existing literature in two ways. First, it argues that in order to understand the implications of videogames for popular culture and world politics we need a clear sense of the importance of the way in which games resonate around the world. At present too many accounts of cultural globalisation and/or soft power overemphasise the centrality of North American-centric pressures (frequently termed ¿Hollywoodisation¿). This study of games makes it clear that flows from East to West are potentially just as important as those from the West and that such flows are very different in character. Second, in terms of the literature on understanding the messages within games, the book contends that such literature plays insufficient account to the need for a clear understanding of the link between macro-level developments (e.g. militarisation, the political economy of games and cultural flow), and how those developments are mediated by the player within individual games. Seeking to develop a new understanding of gaming and global politics, this work will be of great interest to students and scholars of international relations, military and security studies, videogame studies and popular culture.

Includes 80 sheets of Origami paper! Idiot''s Guides: Geometric Origami Kit makes learning this art easy and fun. For the young or young-at-heart, this full-color book offers 20 beautiful geometric Origami projects and 80 sheets of Origami paper to construct them. In addition, lay-flat spiral binding makes the detailed steps even easier to follow.

The Traditional Japanese Origami kit is designed for paper folding novices providing everything you need to create beautiful and original origami art. Carol Guzowski provides stunning papers that feature delicate patterns recalling the traditional designs used in Asian art and in Japanese kimono fabrics. A unique gift, this all-inclusive kit is a great value! Perfect to get you started in a lifetime hobby of origami folding. Includes: - 32 page full-color instruction book - 75 pieces of gorgeous, illustrated origami paper Enjoy the classic tradition of folding paper into beautiful and decorative creations.

Discover how to recycle throwaways into origami art. Twenty-nine well-illustrated transformations include an autumn leaf from a lotto ticket, a flower from a tea bag wrapper, and other inventive treasures.

"En trente ans de pliage du papier, mes créations ont été toujours plus loin dans la quête de la sobriété. Chaque pli doit avoir sa raison d''être, pour aboutir à un résultat élégant, réfléchi, épuré. L''origami consiste, selon moi, à réduire un sujet à ses éléments fondamentaux, pour saisir son essence avec aussi peu de plis que possible. La technique ne devrait jamais constituer un obstacle à l''expression artistique ! Ce livre présente une sélection de mes réalisations qui illustrent ma vision de l''origami. J''apprécie un grand nombre de styles, mais je pense qu''il faut toujours suivre son instinct pour créer et ne pas céder à la tentation de créer pour impressionner les autres. Vous découvrirez inévitablement beaucoup de modèles qui vous sembleront inhabituels. Mettez-les de côté, pour y revenir éventuellement plus tard. Seule une sérieuse remise en question permet de s''améliorer. Avec l''âge, j''ai passé plus de temps à réfléchir et parler d''origami qu''à plier. Un sujet fréquemment évoqué est celui de l''origami en tant que processus ou résultat final. En d''autres termes, doit-on concevoir l''origami comme un cheminement ou comme une destination ? Pour les origamistes, le processus de pliage est directement lié au papier. Une fois achevé, on ne peut pas faire grand-chose du modèle, hormis l''exposer ou l''offrir. Il constitue d''une certaine manière un sous-produit du pliage. Voilà pourquoi j''accorde beaucoup d''attention au processus. J''évalue les différentes façons d''accomplir chaque étape, en choisissant celle qui rend le pliage plus fascinant, plus élégant, plus gracieux. Ce n''est pas toujours possible, mais je me tiens à ce principe. Je pense également que le travail des créateurs devrait refléter des aspects de leur personnalité et de leur vie. Il n''y a aucune raison pour qu''un modèle ne puisse pas exprimer quelque chose, de l''humour ou une passion quelconque. Mon objectif est de concevoir des modèles qui " parlent " aux gens, pour les faire sourire, leur rappeler une expérience vécue, ou tout simplement leur faire profiter d''un moment d''humanité partagée". Nick Robinson.

Is your desk overburdened with business cards (yours and/or other people’s)? BUSINESS CARD ORIGAMI is here to the rescue with twenty original, witty, and fun origami projects all using one or more business cards. Bad meeting with the boss? Fold a stuffed shirt for him. Tired of your cramped working conditions? Create a business card Cube-icle. From geometric shapes to animals and office-related projects, BUSINESS CARD ORIGAMI will give you the sense of creativity, joy, and accomplishment you always wish you had with your job. Features full-color project photographs as well as step-by-step illustrations for each of the projects.

Origami Adventures: Dinosaurs is a great way for kids to learn the finer points of the ancient art of origami while learning about prehistoric creatures.Origami Adventures: Dinosaurs features everything that kids need to become origami experts. Step-by-step instructions for creating 14 colorful origami dinosaurs are paired with illustrations and fun facts about each creature, such as where they lived, what they ate, and how they defended themselves from other dinosaurs. Build a Tyrannosaurus rex, Pteranodon, Stegosaurus, Velociraptor, Diplodocus, and more!Includes:* 48-page book with clear step-by-step instructions for creating 14 origami dinosaurs* 14 sheets of colorful origami paper* 14 sheets of practice paper

*****I WOULD LIKE TO DEFINE ONE SPECIAL TERM HERE THAT IS USED THROUGHOUT MY BOOK AND THAT IS THE TERM "GRUNT", WHICH IS TAKEN FROM MY MILITARY EXPERIENCE (USMC). MY DEFINITION OF GRUNT IS: AN EMPLOYEE WHO WORKS AT THE BOTTOM LEVEL OR ONE WHO IS DIRECTLY INVOLVED IN PRODUCING THE PRODUCT. IN MY MILITARY EXPERIENCE WE DAILY TALKED ABOUT THE 10% THAT DIDN''T GET THE WORD. THE 10% EITHER WERE NOT PAYING ATTENTION OR SIMPLY WERE NOT CAPABLE OF GRASPING THE CONCEPT. UNFORTUNATELY THE 10% OF MANAGEMENT THAT FALL INTO THAT CATEGORY ARE THE ONES THAT LEAVE THE BIGGEST IMPRESSION.Realizing employees are both male and female, this book should be gender specific. However, it really gets to be a pain to always say he/she. It has been my experience that males have been more of a problem in management than the females (that could almost be a book topic in itself) so I will use the male gender.GENERALLY SPEAKING THE QUALITY OF MANAGEMENT IN THE WORK PLACE TODAY IS WHAT WE EXPECT AND IS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING MAXIMUM OUTPUT FROM THE BEST WORKERS UNDER THE BEST CONDITIONS. TELLING STORIES ABOUT THAT TYPE OF MANAGEMENT WOULD REALLY BE BORING. THIS BOOK IS NOT ABOUT THOSE PEOPLE. THIS BOOK SPECIALIZES IN THE OTHER SIDE OF MANAGEMENT.

Instructions for eighteen paper folding projects including a fir tree, candle, crown, Santa''s boot, gift box, 5-pointed star, party hat, 8-pointed star, Christmas lights, and more.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a ''fifth skill'', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators. Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEFR goals at its core, it brings real life into the classroom and gives learners the skills and strategies to communicate confidently outside it. The ''Explore'' sections provide the extra ingredients for enhancing communicative ability, from further development of speaking skills to independent learning strategies. The English Unlimited Elementary B Combo includes Coursebook Units 8 to 14 as well as the e-Portfolio and Self-Study DVD-ROM.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a ''fifth skill'', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators. Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEFR goals at its core, it brings real life into the classroom and gives learners the skills and strategies to communicate confidently outside it. The ''Explore'' sections provide the extra ingredients for enhancing communicative ability, from further development of speaking skills to independent learning strategies. The English Unlimited Starter B Combo includes Coursebook and Self-study Pack Units 6 to 10, as well as the e-Portfolio and Self-Study DVD-ROM.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a ''fifth skill'', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators. Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEFR goals at its core, it brings real life into the classroom and gives learners the skills and strategies to communicate confidently outside it. The ''Explore'' sections provide the extra ingredients for enhancing communicative ability, from further development of speaking skills to independent learning strategies. The English Unlimited Elementary A Combo includes Coursebook units Intro to 7 as well as the e-Portfolio and Self-Study DVD-ROM.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a ''fifth skill'', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators. Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEFR goals at its core, it brings real life into the classroom and gives learners the skills and strategies to communicate confidently outside it. The ''Explore'' sections provide the extra ingredients for enhancing communicative ability, from further development of speaking skills to independent learning strategies. The English Unlimited Intermediate A Combo with DVD-ROM includes Coursebook Units 1 to 7 as well as the e-Portfolio and Self-Study DVD-ROM.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a 'fifth skill', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators. Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEFR goals at its core, it brings real life into the classroom and gives learners the skills and strategies to communicate confidently outside it. The 'Explore' sections provide the extra ingredients for enhancing communicative ability, from further development of speaking skills to independent learning strategies. The English Unlimited Pre-intermediate B Combo with DVD-ROMs includes Coursebook Units 8 to 14 as well as the e-Portfolio and Self-Study DVD-ROM.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a 'fifth skill', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators. Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEFR goals at its core, it brings real life into the classroom and gives learners the skills and strategies to communicate confidently outside it. The 'Explore' sections provide the extra ingredients for enhancing communicative ability, from further development of speaking skills to independent learning strategies. The English Unlimited Pre-intermediate A Combo with DVD-ROMs includes Coursebook Units Intro to 7 as well as the e-Portfolio and Self-Study DVD-ROM.

"English unlimited is a goals-based course for adults, which prepares them to use English independently for global communication"--Back cover.

Discover new and interesting online content based on your interests! StumbleUpon helps you discover new and interesting content on the Internet based on your specific interests. With this helpful For Dummies guide, you will learn to complete a profile that alerts StumbleUpon what topics interest you and assists in making your online perusing interesting and productive. Coverage explains how the Stumble button allows StumbleUpon to learn more about you and what type of content you like to view and it also helps that particular piece of content turn up higher in other users'' searches. Gets you started with setting up a profile, using the site and mobile app, and installing the browser Offers guidance for Stumbling and sharing content on other social networks Explains how to create a channel and use Paid Discovery Shows you how to install a Stumble button on your site to encourage people to Stumble your content With StumbleUpon For Dummies, you''ve stumbled upon the ideal guide to get you started with this exciting engine!

The relationship between politicians and broadcasters has always been fraught with tension. Today, every word and act of those who wield power is instantly broadcast and dissected on 24-hour rolling news channels, blogs and Twitter. But in the past, broadcasters were banned by law from debating anything newsworthy and Parliament imprisoned those who dared to report what MPs had said. Since that censorship ended, the two sides have clashed repeatedly. Live From Downing Street takes us on an absorbing journey through the history of this power struggle, dwelling in fascinating detail on the charismatic key players from radio and television - the Dimblebys, Day, Frost, Walden, Paxman, Humphrys - and those who fought back - Churchill, Wilson, Thatcher and Blair. As the BBC''s Political Editor, Nick Robinson is uniquely placed to add his own perceptive insights into the controversial issue of impartial reporting, providing a colourful and gripping account of the hard-fought battles for the right to tell the public about the decisions taken on their behalf.

L'art japonais du papier plié fascine aujourd'hui toutes les générations. Vous aussi, vous souhaitez dépasser le simple avion de papier et la cocotte que vous confectionnez depuis toujours ? N'attendez plus, et lancez-vous ! Cet ouvrage vous éclaire avec précision sur les différentes techniques de confection des origami. Guidé par une centaine d'illustrations pas à pas, découvrez comment transformer de simples feuilles de papier en une multitude de créations originales : 75 modèles à réaliser vous-même de différents niveaux de difficulté vous sont proposés. D'étoiles en fleurs, d'oiseaux en libellules, laissez parler votre imagination ! Pour commencer sans attendre, utilisez les 25 feuilles de papier en couleurs fournies avec le livre.

With its host of haunting creatures, thisfestive compilation of original modelswill add spice to any paperfolder’s holiday.More than 20 projects, illustratedwith photos and 2-color diagrams,range from easy to fiendishly challenging.Models include black cats, a tombstone,fangs, a grasping hand, witchesgalore, and other familiar Halloweenfigures.Dover Original

Instructions for more than seventeen paper folding projects including a chariot, hang glider, rocket, hot air balloon, and a race car.

Provides instructions to make origami animals, including turtles, starfish, and pecking birds.

Secret Origami, Shhh! Learn how to smuggle your secret messages by folding them into beautiful paper shapes with these fun origami books.

Origami Kit For Dummies gives you all the material you need to get started in origami. Included in the kit is an expert guide book to origami, covering the different bases and techniques you need to create a huge variety of models. Illustrations and detailed instructions show you how to make 75 unique models, such as a frog, a settee, fantastic geometric shapes and even a festive Santa! There are also 25 sheets of 5x5" origami paper in five fun colours. So get folding, and show off your creations in style! Discover How To: * Get prepared to start folding * Understand the international language of origami * Fold all the basic bases * Source your paper * Design creations and draw your own diagrams About the author Nick Robinson is a professional origami artist, and has been "folding paper" for 25 years. He has been a member of the British Origami Society for over 20 years, and currently he edits their magazine, as well as maintaining their website.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. The Self-study Pack consists of a Workbook with DVD-ROM. It enables learners to consolidate and build upon work done in class. The Workbook provides extra ''Explore Writing'' tasks plus a complete ''Explore Reading'' syllabus, as well as ''Over to you'' exercises allowing personalisation of language practice. In addition to over 300 interactive practice activities, the DVD-ROM includes video for every unit featuring international speakers, documentary clips, a self-recording and playback tool for pronunciation practice, and customisable ''QuickCheck'' tests to monitor progress.

Join the fold and discover this timeless art form. World''s Best Origami is an amazing collection of more than 100 of the most unusual and best-loved origami patterns ever created. Expert origami artist Nick Robinson has collected traditional origami patterns as well as his own pieces and those from some of the greatest origami artists in the world- many in print here for the first time ever. • More than 100 pieces-the most comprehensive origami book on the market •Projects rated from beginner to advanced and include everything from boxes, containers, geometrics, and abstracts to figures, birds, animals, and flowers, and more-this unique volume has something for everyone at every skill level •Each diagram clearly displayed with easy-to-understand instructions •The only book to include the works of several masters of the craft, including Edwin Corrie and Francesco Guarnieri, as well as the author

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. The Self-study Pack consists of a Workbook with DVD-ROM. It enables learners to consolidate and build upon work done in class. The Workbook provides extra ''Explore Writing'' tasks plus a complete ''Explore Reading'' syllabus, as well as ''Over to you'' exercises allowing personalisation of language practice. In addition to over 300 interactive practice activities, the DVD-ROM includes video for every unit featuring international speakers, a self-recording and playback tool for pronunciation practice, animated clips offering speaking practice in everyday situations, and customisable ''QuickCheck'' tests to monitor progress.

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. The Self-study Pack consists of a Workbook with DVD-ROM. It enables learners to consolidate and build upon work done in class. The Workbook provides extra ''Explore Writing'' tasks plus a complete ''Explore Reading'' syllabus, as well as ''Over to you'' exercises allowing personalisation of language practice. In addition to over 300 interactive practice activities, the DVD-ROM includes video for every unit featuring international speakers, a self-recording and playback tool for pronunciation practice, animated clips offering speaking practice in everyday situations, and customisable ''QuickCheck'' tests to monitor progress.