Dr X: 9 books
by Dr X
Language: English
Release Date: March 16, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: March 16, 2017
A REELY LONG WALK Sam wasn’t for walking dogs when he could also sleep in, But the yappers persisted with an almighty din, So with the longest fish pole, They got out for their stroll, As Sammy laid back – and then reeled ‘em in. Let it no longer be maligned as the red-headed stepchild of the snoberati,...
The Antidotes to Modern Living
The Sweet Dose of Poetic Justice to Restore Your 'Self'
Language: English
Release Date: July 9, 2014
In our digitised 24/7 world we have lost more than we can ever gain. We have lost our true self. The Antidotes to Modern Living – the book of poetic justice – allows you to reclaim just that. And have fun along the way. Direct from the laboratory of the entrancing and mysterious Dr X, this is...
What Johnno Did Next…
A Cautionary Tale
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2014
"Things were grim in Grimsby. Even the grass struggled. But that was nothing compared to when people’s legs started to shrink. That’s when the real trouble started." Welcome to a story that happens not far from where you are right now. 'What Johnno Did Next' proves that - no matter how...
Achieving sustainable cultivation of soybeans Volume 1
Breeding and cultivation techniques
Language: English
Release Date: May 31, 2018
Soybeans are one of the most widely-grown crops in the world. As the world’s main source of vegetable protein, they have a wide range of food and non-food uses. Current yields need to increase significantly to meet growing demand but in a way that reduces input use, does not damage the environment...
Achieving sustainable cultivation of cassava Volume 2
Genetics, breeding, pests and diseases
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2017
Originating in South America, cassava is now grown in over 100 countries around the world. It is the third most important source of calories in the tropics after rice and maize. Its caloric value, as well as its ability to tolerate dry conditions and poor soils, makes it a key food security crop in...
Achieving sustainable cultivation of sugarcane Volume 1
Cultivation techniques, quality and sustainability
Language: English
Release Date: November 28, 2017
Sugarcane is the source of over three quarters of the world’s sugar, and is grown widely in the tropics and sub-tropics. Despite rising demand, average yields have not increased significantly, partly because of continued vulnerability to pests and diseases. In addition, cultivation has been seen...
Achieving sustainable cultivation of grain legumes Volume 2
Improving cultivation of particular grain legumes
Language: English
Release Date: January 18, 2018
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Achieving sustainable cultivation of wheat Volume 2
Cultivation techniques
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2017
Wheat is the most widely cultivated cereal in the world and a staple food for around 3 billion people. It has been estimated that demand for wheat could increase by up to 560% by 2050. There is an urgent need to increase yields in the face of such challenges as climate change, threats from pests and...
Team Cohesion
Advances in Psychological Theory, Methods and Practice
Language: English
Release Date: November 18, 2015
This volume will document the state-of the-science (and practice) on what contributes to effective team cohesion in complex teams. The volume will contain recent developments on theory-building, methodology and the practice of team cohesion.