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The intersecting lives of the great Carthaginian general Hannibal and his Roman adversary Scipio led to one of the most fateful rivalries of antiquity. This absorbing... Læs mere
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Marking the thirtieth anniversary of the revolutions of 1989, this original and wide-ranging study places the transformation of Eastern Europe in a global context,... Læs mere
This book is a clear and concise introduction to the history of economic thought. An updated adaption of the author's award-winning book, The Wealth of Ideas, it is... Læs mere
A comprehensive overview of the current state of 5G. Written by leading experts in 5G research, it covers technology options, most likely use cases and potential system architectures. An essential reference for academics and professionals in wireless communications.
1922: Literature, Culture, Politics examines key aspects of culture and history in 1922, a year made famous by the publication of several modernist masterpieces such as... Læs mere
Ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in quantum mechanics and mathematical physics, this book introduces a geometric view of fundamental physics.... Læs mere
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Many economic theories depend on the presence or absence of a unit root for their validity, making familiarity with unit roots... Læs mere
Sam Edwards uncovers the history of how, amidst the challenges and tensions of the Cold War, Americans and Europeans used acts of World War II commemoration as forums in which to discover, define and dispute the past and present of the transatlantic alliance.