looking for ref pics of very fat people and they're all so. hateful? i need to study how fat looks like on a person… does anyone have any ref pics that aren't "you have to lose weight now" kind of panic stuff?
All zonal biomes of the Southern Hemisphere are featured, and the major challenges we face in understanding their origins, structure, and functioning are discussed. The book contains a wealth of original data resulting from collation of bioclimatic data and vegetation mapping.
U-X-L Encyclopedia of Biomes by Marlene Weigel, 2010
Offers detailed comparative essays on major biomes and their component ecosystems. Includes entries on land biomes and water biomes and covers climate, elevation, soil, water bodies, vegetation, animal life, food web, plant and animal adaptations, endangered species, human effects on the biome and the effects of the environment on humans' culture and economy.
Handbook of Microplastics in the Environment by Teresa Rocha-Santos et al, 2022
This reference work presents an authoritative review of microplastics as vectors of environmental contaminants and provides a comprehensive coverage of their ecotoxicological and toxicological effects.
Divided into four sections, this book outlines the current analytical techniques and applications for sampling, processing analysis, and data reporting of microplastics pollution in the environment, explores microplastics degradation and interaction with chemical pollutants, discusses the fate and behaviour of microplastics in the environment, and provides valuable insights about prevention, regulation and remediation of microplastics pollution.
Divided into four sections, this book outlines the current analytical techniques and applications for sampling, processing analysis, and data reporting of microplastics pollution in the environment, explores microplastics degradation and interaction with chemical pollutants, discusses the fate and behaviour of microplastics in the environment, and provides valuable insights about prevention, regulation and remediation of microplastics pollution.
Life Below Water Encyclopedia of the UN Sustainable Development Goals ed. by Walter Leaf Filho, 2022
This volume is dedicated to SDG 14 “Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development". Marine and coastal bio-resources, play an essential role in human well-being and social and economic development.
Prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution
Sustainably manage and protect marine and coastal ecosystems to avoid significant adverse impacts, including by strengthening their resilience, and take action for their restoration in order to achieve healthy and productive oceans
Minimize and address the impacts of ocean acidification, including through enhanced scientific cooperation at all levels
Effectively regulate harvesting and end overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and destructive fishing practices and implement science-based management plans, in order to restore fish stocks in the shortest time feasible, at least to levels that can produce maximum sustainable yield as determined by their biological characteristics
Conserve at least 10 per cent of coastal and marine areas, consistent with national and international law and based on the best available scientific information
Prohibit certain forms of fisheries subsidies which contribute to overcapacity and overfishing, eliminate subsidies that contribute to illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and refrain from introducing new such subsidies, recognizing that appropriate and effective special and differential treatment for developing and least developed countries should be an integral part of the World Trade Organization [...]
Linux users, your go-to desktop reference is here! Find practical commands for the Linux tasks you perform, from managing files to working with graphics systems to programming with Bash. Commands are grouped by topic and listed alphabetically to help you quickly find what you’re looking for, and options are listed for each entry to help you modify your commands.
With detailed descriptions and practical examples, this guide doesn’t just tell you which commands to use—it shows you how to use them, too!
Highlights include:
1) Syntax references
2) Keyboard shortcut references
3) File system and network administration
4) SELinux, AppArmor, iptables, and nft
5) Package management, snap, and flatpack
6) Printer, database, and server administration
7) Cloud and virtualization: aws, docker, kvm, and virsh
8) WLAN, Bluetooth, and other hardware
9) System start/stop, init system, and GRUB
10) acme.sh, certbot, and openssl certificates
11) Windows integration with wsl
Encyclopedia Of Natural Hazards by Peter T. Dobrowsky, 2013
A compendium of critical, timely and very detailed information and essential facts regarding the basic attributes of natural hazards and concomitant disasters. Contains contributions from an international portfolio of almost 300 specialists whose range of expertise addresses over 330 topics pertinent to the field of natural hazards.
Few subjects have caught the attention of the entire world as much as those dealing with natural hazards. The first decade of this new millennium provides a litany of tragic examples of various hazards that turned into disasters affecting millions of individuals around the globe. The human losses (some 225,000 people) associated with the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, the economic costs (approximately 200 billion USD) of the 2011 Tohoku Japan earthquake, tsunami and reactor event, and the collective social impacts of human tragedies experienced during Hurricane Katrina in 2005 all provide repetitive reminders that we humans are temporary guests occupying a very active and angry planet. Any examples may have been cited here to stress the point that natural events on Earth may, and often do, lead to disasters and catastrophes when humans place themselves into situations of high risk.
Few subjects share the true interdisciplinary dependency that characterizes the field of natural hazards. From geology and geophysics to engineering and emergency response to social psychology and economics, the study of natural hazards draws input from an impressive suite of unique and previously independent specializations. Natural hazards provide a common platform to reduce disciplinary boundaries and facilitate a beneficial synergy in the provision of timely and useful information and action on this critical subject matter.
Explore the roots of all genres from chants of the middle ages through the grandeur of the classical period to the modern rhythm of blues, jazz, hip-hop, and pop. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre.
A complete and harmonious history of music, from prehistory to the present day!Have you ever wondered how blues influenced rock music? Or why jazz took a more Latin-American approach? Classical or rock, everyone has their favorite music style, but how did your top choice come about? If you find yourself asking these musical questions and more, then this may be the book for you! Music is a compelling and richly illustrated history of the most unifying art form in the world. Explore the roots of all genres from chants of the middle ages through the grandeur of the classical period to the modern rhythm of blues, jazz, hip-hop, and pop. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre. Spectacular galleries display families of instruments from around the world, while special features showcase the evolution of key instruments, such as the piano and the guitar, and profile iconic innovators such as Billie Holiday, David Bowie, and Mozart. Charting every musical revolution, from bone flutes to electronica and from jazz to hip-hop, this visually stunning history of music will hit the right note, whether you are into pop or rock, or disco or rap, classical or opera.
Explore the magical world of music as you’ve never known it before, and discover:
World mythology by Roy G. Willis, 1993, 2006
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World Mythology is an authoritative and wide-ranging collection of the most important mythological traditions, combining the impact of pure narrative with the background necessary for understanding.
The Artist's Manual: The Definitive Art Sourcebook: Media, Materials, Tools, and Techniques by Rob Pepper, 2021
ake your creativity to the next level with the ultimate artist's bible! Covering everything from how to draw and paint to ceramics, sculptures and printmaking, you'll get the most out of your passion for art with this beautifully illustrated artist's handbook.
It also includes newer areas such as digital art and animation - perfect for modern artists! Discover everything you need to help you release the artist within! This essential art book includes: - All areas of visual art; including drawing, painting, 3D art, printmaking, textiles, and digital arts including photography- Each section is written by an acknowledged expert in that field - both practising professionals and university-level teachers- Comprehensive coverage of equipment and tools, including step-by-step sequences, where appropriate on how to use- Techniques are illustrated in step-by-step sequences by professional artists, with basic skills leading on to more advanced techniques Whether you're dipping in to find a specific painting technique or browsing for artistic inspiration, this artist's reference book covers all the elements of painting and drawing. Brush up on the art basics like choosing the right tool, mixing watercolours, and preparing a canvas. Take your skills further and learn how to glaze a pot, try out 3D printing and mosaic, or create a digital collage. The Artist's Manual will help you become a more confident, creative artist. Equipment, materials, and methods are fully explained and beautifully illustrated. Perfect for artists of every skill level, you'll be creating your own masterpieces in no time with this guide to art. It's a must-have for every artist's studio!
Encyclopedia of American Activism 1960 to the Present by Margaret DiCanio, 2016
The turbulence of the 1960s and 1970s spawned a spectrum of activist movements. In spirit and action, events ranged from: gentle to violent; from Tree People to Bloody Sunday; from Community Mental Health to Black Power. This rapid stream of social and political change defined the second half of the 20th century, yet had roots in the first half.
The baby boom generation launched many movements. Unlike their Depression/WWII parents, the boomers, a large cohort of unattached, young adults, had no looming familial and social responsibilities. They had the freedom and resources for the consuming task of changing the world.
Encyclopedic Dictionary of Diasporic Indian English Writing, 2025
The Handbook of Diasporic Indian Writing in English is an essential reference to Indian literature. It features alphabetical entries of Indian writers who have bridged the gap between cultures and redefined language boundaries.
As the field of diasporic writing continues to expand and intersect with various branches of English and Cultural studies, it anticipates a growing market. It offers a unique and compelling perspective on the global tapestry of literature. It draws on various interdisciplinary approaches, including postcolonial theory, cultural studies, and digital humanities, to offer fresh and innovative perspectives on the literature. It is an indispensable resource for research scholars of literary studies and related disciplines, like cultural studies and postcolonial studies.
I just whipped up a simple icon search for Kitten Icons (based on Phosphor Icons). It’s not complete yet – I have a few other things to do before I can get back to it today – but you can play with it here:
Screenshot of the work-in-progress icon explorer on the Kitten web site’s reference section showing the icon results for the search term “animal”: Barn, Bird, Butterfly, Cat, Cow, Dog, Fish, FishSimple, Horse, LinuxLogo, PawPrint, Rabbit.
Page content follows after the icon explorer component:
In that namespace, you browse the icons in three ways:
Directly, by name, e.g., kitten.icons.Cat
In categories, e.g., kitten.icons.categories.nature.Cat
Using tags, e.g., kitten.icons.tags.kitten.Cat
The categories and tags objects are authoring-time aids. While you can use them…
"Depth and breadth of coverage, clarity of presentation, impressive bibliographies, excellent use of cross references, and an extensive index combine to make this an impressive reference work. The contributors have addressed both current and past scholarship on world philosophy and religion."