David West: 60 books

In OBJECT THINKING, esteemed object technologist David West contends that the mindset makes the programmer—not the tools and techniques. Delving into the history, philosophy, and even politics of object-oriented programming, West reveals how the best programmers rely on analysis and conceptualization—on...

Streaming headlines, round-the-clock broadcasts--we live in a world of twenty-four hour news. But lately, most of what we read and hear is either negative, biased, or both. Cutting through the gloomy reports and liberal slant are Dennis Keegan and David West with their brand new book, Reality Check:...

The role of project sponsor is critical in large projects during the development of the business case, for governance and assurance and as the person who decides that the project should continue or close at any stage. Yet in many organizations the skills of the sponsor are often assumed; he or she...

I. A. Richards is an influential figure in literary criticism but has rarely been thought of as someone who laid the foundations for cognitive stylistics. This book proposes that Richards was a "protocognitivist". West argues that Richards anticipated many of the discipline's core...

Social Movements in Global Politics is a timely new account of the unconventional, ‘extra-institutional’ activities of social movements. In the face of impending global crises and stubborn conflicts, a conventional view of politics risks leaving us confused and fatalistic, feeling powerless...

What does calling, competence, confidence, character, confidentiality, community, camaraderie, compassion, courage, and charisma have to do with leadership? Everything! Every pastor must build upon these ten essential elements for effective leadership. Dave West explores these ten elements through...

El pteranodonte era un reptil volador gigante. A pesar de su gran tamaño pesaba menos que un niño de seis años, gracias a sus huesos huecos. Era un experto pescador, pero debía tener mucho cuidado al acercarse al agua, pues ahí habitaban peligrosos monstruos listos para saltar y arrastrarlo a las profundidades. La vida era muy peligrosa en la era de los dinosaurios...

La colección Dino-historias conjunta la divulgación con la narrativa de aventuras. Mediante los recursos propios del cómic, también llamado novela gráfica, estos libros recrean la vida en la prehistoria y muestran las características, hábitos, alimentación y otros datos relevantes en torno...

For centuries, people have been puzzled and fascinated by famous mysteries from UFOs and monsters swimming in the dark depths of Loch Ness to huge ape-like creatures and the Bermuda Triangle. Readers will feel the chills and thrills of danger, mystery, and the eternal unknown as they delve into each...

"Head First Object Oriented Analysis and Design is a refreshing look at subject of OOAD. What sets this book apart is its focus on learning. The authors have made the content of OOAD accessible, usable for the practitioner." Ivar Jacobson, Ivar Jacobson Consulting "I just...

From his gold medal at the 1960 Olympic Games to his defeat of Sonny Liston to claim the world heavyweight championship in 1964, the unforgettable 'Thrilla in Manila' against Joe Frazier and the 'Rumble in the Jungle' against George Foreman, 'The Greatest of All Time', Muhammad Ali, has captured the...

El velociraptor era un dinosaurio pequeño, semejante a un pájaro. Incluso tenía una fina capa de plumas. Hubiera sido un animal tierno si no fuera por sus garras y colmillos afilados y el enorme gancho en sus patas que usaba para atrapar a sus presas. También era uno de los dinosaurios más rápidos y mortales.

An exciting collection of true stories about shipwrecks and nautical disasters, this dramatically illustrated book relates tales of the sinking and salvage of the Titanic and nine other ships from throughout history. Each chapter provides a wealth of background information and fascinating photographs...

From Egyptian mummies hidden for centuries to lost Mayan cities, when ancient discoveries are found, often by accident, they cause great excitement and provided a glimpse into history. This gorgeously illustrated compilation of some of history's most enthralling discoveries draws readers into a world...