The classic resource for undergraduate microbiology laboratory courses just keeps getting better. The self-contained, clearly illustrated exercises and four-color format make Microbiological Applications: Laboratory Manual in General Microbiology the ideal lab manual. Appropriate for either a majors or non-majors lab course, this lab manual assumes no prior organic chemistry course has been taken.

Author: Alfred E Brown
Spiral-bound:  464 pages
Company: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math  (2006-04-12)
ISBN: 0072992727
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We all want to live a little greener, we just don't always know which choices to make, or where to find the goods.

thepurplebook online shopping guides have always brought the best of the internet to light and, with this special Green Edition, we have turned our focus the the web's finest eco-friendly stores. These shops reward your environmental awareness with unmatched selections of product that have been designed with the planet in mind.

On the recycled paper within, you'll find everything you need to go green: fashion, function, food, home improvement, furnishings, garden supply, personal necessities and gifts for man, woman and child. One simple book reveals a world full of wonderful and responsible shopping options. The only plastic you'll need is your credit card.

Author: Hillary Mendelsohn, Ian Anderson
Paperback:  288 pages
Company: Purple Book LLC  (2008-01)
ISBN: 0979926610
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For thepurplebook Wedding we have handpicked more than 250 of the best online bridal and wedding-related shops in the world, and highlighted over 100 of the top bridal registries.

Gone are the days when you were restricted to local wedding boutiques or five-pound bridal magazines for products, tips and advice. From the moment he pops the question until you're off on your honeymoon, you'll find everything you need with the click of your mouse, and the power of purple.

Here's what's inside:

* A detailed wedding planner

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* 264 wedding-related shops, indexed and cross-referenced

* 108 unique online bridal registries to ensure you get exactly what you want and need

* Helpful sites to aid in your research, source vendors and services, information on etiquette, traditions and more

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All of our sites stand up to a rigorous set of standards and have been chosen to cover every style, taste and budget.

Author: Hillary Mendelsohn
Paperback:  224 pages
Company: Purple Book LLC  (2008-01)
ISBN: 0979926602
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It's the undisputed king of Internet auction sites. It's a global bazaar offering a range of goods from Antiques to Zulu Daisies. Cars, clothing, collectibles: you name it, and it's likely that you can find on eBay. But along with the vast selection of goods available, buyers and sellers also encounter all the other elements that markets are known for: tricks and swindlers, overpriced goods, deceptive labeling, small print, recycled items marked as new, and the occasional rare priceless find or undiscovered treasure. Seasoned eBay traders know that to successfully buy and sell within this mega-shopping platform, you need to understand the system. Unfortunately, the secrets of the site are often tightly held by other buyers and sellers seeking a competitive edge. But what if you're a newcomer? Or an experienced trader who wants to make the jump to power buyer or seller? eBay: The Missing Manual gives you the inside information you'll need to become an eBay expert. Buyers will find the most effective ways to find you want and pay prices that are sure to bring a smile to your face. And you'll get authoritative advice on strategic bidding: how to watch for elusive items, time your bids to take the competition by surprise, and--above all--avoid paying more than you ought to. Sellers will get sure-fire tips from eBay veterans who have discovered ways to ramp up their own auctions and sell at the highest possible prices. From the smallest details, such as how to take and post the most effective photos of your goods, to pricing strategies, inventory management, and shipping methods, this user-friendly manual will help you make more money on eBay. Whether you're selling a single item or running fulltime business on the site, you'll find tips to help you do it more effectively. As in any community, problems and disputes arise, and you'll learn how other eBayers resolve such troubles or work around them. eBay: The Missing Manual has gems of wisdom for everyone from total novices to more experienced traders. If you're looking to improve your eBay auction experience, you'll savor the tips and trick revealed in this guided exploration.

Author: Nancy Conner
Paperback:  463 pages Illustrated
Company: Pogue Press  (2005-08-25) (2005-08-01)
ISBN: 0596006446
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Shopping. For some, it is a veritable sport. For others, it is a dreaded experience which they try to avoid at all costs. No matter which group you fit in to, chances are when you do shop you're looking for a bargain. Bargain Hunter's Secrets to Online Shopping is your one-stop-shop for finding the best bargains on the Internet in over 35 shopping categories. Over 1000 of the best Web sites for online bargain shopping are listed in this comprehensive, how-to guide. Nervous about making purchases online? You'll also learn how to identify reputable merchants, how to shop safely and the best ways to pay for an online purchase. Let your fingers do the walking through this guide and the world's largest shopping mall!

Author: Michael Miller
Paperback:  336 pages
Company: Que  (2004-05-21)
ISBN: 0789732017
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Programming Logic and Design, Comprehensive, Fourth Edition provides the beginning programmer with a guide to developing structured program logic.

Author: Joyce Farrell
Paperback:  744 pages
Company: Course Technology  (2006-01-24)
ISBN: 1418836338
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The book is based on 107 questions posed to the average Joe/Jane online consumers. The topics covered range from general online advertising and B2C marketing questions, to Website usability and modern day online consumer behavior. The research is intended for online marketers working in various fields: from affiliate marketing and analytics to SEO and Web design. It is the author's hope that the readers will find this study of practical use.

Author: Evgenii Prussakov
Paperback:  184 pages
Company: AM Navigator LLC  (2008-01-01)
ISBN: 0979192714
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Author: James M. Henslin
Hardcover:  800 pages
Company: Allyn & Bacon  (2004-01-27)
ISBN: 0205407358
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Just as the best-selling Keys for Writers brought innovations and improvements to the tabbed handbook format, Universal Keys for Writers significantly advances the accessibility and practicality of the hardcover comprehensive handbook. Students using this new handbook benefit from Raimes' clear, coaching tone; inclusive language; and superior design, organization, and content. Nearly 200 practical, class-tested exercises allow students to practice, review, and apply the full range of writing and grammar skills presented in the handbook. Each exercise is built around a contemporary topic, issue, debate, or discovery in the humanities, social sciences, or sciences, making this text ideal for instructors seeking a writing across the curriculum approach. Additional exercises are available through the Universal Keys Web Site, online handbook, and CD-ROM.

Influenced by the author's teaching experience at New York City's Hunter College, Universal Keys covers issues of language diversity in personal, professional, and research writing and incorporates superior coverage of ESL concerns. In addition, this new handbook offers outstanding support for students currently working and for those seeking writing instruction for the workplace. The text provides models on the many types of print and electronic documents (including PowerPoint presentations) used in the workplace and guidance on developing resumes and job application letters.

• The author's trademark accessibility features a simple and functional tabbed color-coding system that reinforces the text's clear, three-part organization: writing and whole paper issues; sentences, grammar, and punctuation; and research and documentation.
• Superior writing coverage is supported by 15 sample student papers; early and integrated coverage of writing across the curriculum; a section on Visual Arguments; and coverage of such technology issues as writing online, document and web design, preparing resumes, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
• A new CD-ROM, electronic online handbook, and book-specific web site provide students with additional writing support.
• Solid sentence-level support features clear, easy-access grammar presentations, including a Diagnostic Checklist; thorough punctuation coverage that includes Online Guidelines for Punctuation and Mechanics; a practical style presentation, enhanced by A Sampler of Writer's Voices—an engaging view of style options.
• The author's modern, global perspective reaches all students with extensive multilingual/ESL coverage, integrated ESL notes throughout the book, Worlds of Writing boxes on language diversity, and multidisciplinary sections, examples, and exercises.
• An outstanding research section emphasizes analytical skills while engaging students in planning, finding sources, and evaluating sources through such readings as Library and Web: A Merger and How to Develop Your Junk Antennae. An extensive list of resources in 27 subject areas provides valuable starting points for research, and comprehensive coverage of all five documentation styles is illustrated by sample student papers.
• A special section, Writing for Work, offers detailed advice on conducting a job search and writing in various career settings.
• Critical reading and critical thinking are emphasized and encouraged through well-written sections, a generous number of high-interest examples (of the modes and other topics), and exercises.
• A lively cross-curricular exercise program features high-interest topics and more than 200 practical, well-tested exercises from the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences.
• Universal Keys features the most extensive Glossary of Usage and Glossary of Grammatical Terms and Index available in a comprehensive handbook.

Author: Ann Raimes
Paperback:  932 pages
Company: HOUGHTON MIFFLIN  (2003-06-27)
ISBN: 0618406646
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Author: Hillary Mendelsohn
Paperback:  688 pages
Company: Grand Central Publishing  (2007-02-20)
ISBN: 0446697036
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