Rete Bibliotecaria della Provincia di Como

Abstract: 20 Easy Fingerstyle Studies for Ukulele is a collection of pieces and exercises for fingerstyle ukulele, aimed at those who have strummed chords on the ukulele and wish to learn fingerstyle technique. Author Rob MacKillop introduces techniques for the left and right hand and explanations for each piece that help you along the way. The accompanying CD contains both slow and up tempo versions of very tune in the book.

Abstract: RDF Database Systems is a cutting-edge guide that distills everything you need to know to effectively use or design an RDF database. This book starts with the basics of linked open data and covers the most recent research, practice, and technologies to help you leverage semantic technology. With an approach that combines technical detail with theoretical background, this book shows how to design and develop semantic web applications, data models, indexing and query processing solutions. - Understand the Semantic Web, RDF, RDFS, SPARQL, and OWL within the context of relational database management and NoSQL systems- Learn about the prevailing RDF triples solutions for both relational and non-relational databases, including column family, document, graph, and NoSQL- Implement systems using RDF data with helpful guidelines and various storage solutions for RDF- Process SPARQL queries with detailed explanations of query optimization, query plans, caching, and more- Evaluate which approaches and systems to use when developing Semantic Web applications with a helpful description of commercial and open-source systems

Abstract: THE TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEARONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S TOP BOOKS OF THE YEARShortlisted for The Orwell Prize 2020Shortlisted for the FT Business Book of the Year Award 2019 'Easily the most important book to be published this century. I find it hard to take any young activist seriously who hasn't at least familarised themselves with Zuboff's central ideas.' - Zadie Smith, The GuardianThe challenges to humanity posed by the digital future, the first detailed examination of the unprecedented form of power called &quote;surveillance capitalism,&quote; and the quest by powerful corporations to predict and control us.The heady optimism of the Internet's early days is gone. Technologies that were meant to liberate us have deepened inequality and stoked divisions. Tech companies gather our information online and sell it to the highest bidder, whether government or retailer. Profits now depend not only on predicting our behaviour but modifying it too. How will this fusion of capitalism and the digital shape our values and define our future?Shoshana Zuboff shows that we are at a crossroads. We still have the power to decide what kind of world we want to live in, and what we decide now will shape the rest of the century. Our choices: allow technology to enrich the few and impoverish the many, or harness it and distribute its benefits. The Age of Surveillance Capitalism is a deeply-reasoned examination of the threat of unprecedented power free from democratic oversight. As it explores this new capitalism's impact on society, politics, business, and technology, it exposes the struggles that will decide both the next chapter of capitalism and the meaning of information civilization. Most critically, it shows how we can protect ourselves and our communities and ensure we are the masters of the digital rather than its slaves.

Abstract: Ever wondered how Bill Gates rose to stardom?Bill Gates is now a name one and the same as one of the top known businesspersons of the world. Besides Microsoft, he is well- known for his immense riches. The man clinched the designation of the well-off person across the globe for a period of fifteen years in succession. Even in February 2008, Bill was positioned as the third moneyed individual in the world. Bill's effective spell as an entrepreneur grossed him universal acknowledgement. He was acknowledged as one of the most prominent individuals of the twentieth century by the Times journal. He was also accepted as the greatest effective people for the year 2004, 2005 and 2006. He also mounted at the eighth position in the Champions of our time in the year 2006. For more detailed information you must read his biography. Grab your biography book now!

Abstract: First Names is a series of fun, lively and highly illustrated biographies that introduces some truly amazing individuals who lived incredible lives, to an audience of young readers.EMMELINE fought a tough battle to win the vote for many British women and inspired others around the world to do the same.Find out:- Why she hated school,- How she had to take lessons in stone throwing,- What she thought when her daughter spat at a policeman . . .And an awful lot more besides.Get to know EMMELINE on First Name terms!

Abstract: Elon Musk is definitely one to watch - he's a multi-billionaire, mega-brain entrepreneur who's building the world's biggest space rocket and some awesome electric cars too. And those are just a couple of Mr Musk's many projects.Find out:- What drove him to shovel gloop,- How parties helped fund his college years- And why he wants to move millions of people to Mars.Get to know Elon on First Name terms!

Abstract: Before every great person made their wonderful achievements, they were just like you and me. First Names is a series of fun, lively and highly illustrated biographies that introduces some truly amazing individuals who lived incredible lives, to an audience of young readers. HARRY Houdini was famous for his great escapes and showmanship but did you know he was actually called Ehrich? Or how close he was to his mum? Find out about the boy Harry and how he became the man Houdini in this fun and entertaining look at the story of his life. From the editorial team behind the mega-bestselling Horrible Histories series.

Abstract: True life stories of the most amazing people EVER! Meet AMELIA EARHART, the world-famous daredevil pilot who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.Find out:- How she tricked her dad into letting her fly,- What she had in common with a sack of potatoes- And how she became a fashion icon and all-time legend.Get to know AMELIA on First Name terms.

Abstract: Meet ADA LOVELACE, the fast thinking mathematician. She predicted the power of computers long before they were even invented.Find out:- Why her mum kept her away from her mega-famous celebrity dad;- Why she was mesmerised by mesmerism- And what she planned to do with a MASSIVE machine that weighed four tons and had 20,000 moving parts. Get to know ADA on First Name terms.

Abstract: Per i bambini il mondo intero è un irresistibile parco giochi che li implora di divertirsi. Nel toccante libro per bambini, Il mondo è il mio tamburo, quel divertimento è il suono dei risonanti tamburi del piccolo Hudson! Hudson è in grado di trasformare qualsiasi cosa in un tamburo e produrre suoni incredibili! Meravigliosamente illustrato ad acquerello, stimola i bambini ad essere creativi con gli oggetti comuni che li circondano. Aspettate di vedere cosa sa fare con i suoi tamburi fatti in casa! Potrebbe essere il concerto del secolo o finire in un enorme groviglio di tamburi e martellanti mal di testa! In ogni caso, ci sarà da divertirsi!

Abstract: I tre trucchi per crescere un figlio educato sono: fornire noi per primi un modello positivo, costanza e le aspettative che ci poniamo. Facile a dirsi, vero?  Se seguirai i consigli elencati in questo libro e li metterai in pratica, vedrai come la situazione cambierà quasi all'istante. Molti sono i genitori che fanno fatica a tenere a bada i propri figli. Sono sopraffatti dalla situazione e non sanno come modellare il comportamento dei loro bambini. Sempre più bambini manifestano dei disturbi comportamentali sia a casa che a scuola. Un numero sempre maggiore di ragazzini in età prescolare manifestano un comportamento anti sociale a scuola che includono parolacce, atti di bullismo e mancanza di cooperazione. Molti adolescenti sono fuori controllo, irrispettosi e infelici. I genitori hanno la responsabilità di educare il comportamento dei loro figli sin dalla nascita. Ad alcuni genitori questa impresa risulta quasi impossibile e tendono a cedere e rinunciare. Devi essere forte e ottimista e soprattutto devi seguire i consigli che troverai in questo libro per crescere un figlio di cui essere fieri.  Se senti di aver perso il controllo o se semplicemente vuoi che tuo figlio abbia un atteggiamento degno di tutto il rispetto, compra il nostro libro e seguine i consigli.

Abstract: "Il mio primo libro di lettura" è uno strumento per aiutare ad iniziare a leggere; è ottimo per i bambini che hanno appena imparato l'alfabeto e il suono di ciascuna lettera. Nel libro non ci sono intenzionalmente figure, perché ci si basa sulle parole e si vogliono evitare le distrazioni.Il libro inizia con parole brevi, anche di una sola lettera, e poi va avanti con parole di 2, 3 e fino a 10 lettere; infine, ci sono delle frasi di senso compiuto che utilizzano le parole imparate prima. È perfetto per aiutare i bambini a dare un suono alle parole e ad imparare a memorizzarne alcune di uso comune.Guardate quanto saranno felici i vostri bambini di imparare a leggere!Scaricate ora la vostra copia per iniziare una lezione con i vostri bimbi!

Abstract: Un anonimo autore del secolo XIX ne scrisse una finta autobiografia, intitolata Mastro Titta, il boia di Roma. Memorie di un carnefice scritte da lui stesso, nella quale gli fa descrivere in questo modo l'inizio della sua attivita di giustiziere al servizio di Sua Santita. La finta autobiografia, scritta e pubblicata molti anni dopo la presa di Roma e la morte del Bugatti, e scritta in chiave anticlericale.

Abstract: Meet FERDINAND Magellan, the swashbuckling 16th century explorer who masterminded the first ever voyage to sail round the world and 'discovered' many new lands (even though loads of people already lived there!).Find out:- Why he was hated by royals and sailors alike,- Why he made one of his sailors dance with a giant- And how he was saved by a pot of jam!Get to know FERDINAND on First Name terms.

Abstract: Dev lives on a mysterious island. And he loves inventing things. One day, Dev learns a secret about a magical life force called FLEMBER. He creates a giant red robot bear called Boja, fills it with flember and they become best friends!This is their first adventure and it's full of chaos, magic and cheese!A fully illustrated, madcap, heartfelt story celebrating imagination and creativity, from the million-copy-selling Jamie Smart.

Abstract: Meet ABRAHAM LINCOLN, the power-speaking president of the USA. He helped free millions of people from slavery, and his rags to riches tale is legendary.Find out:- How he came up with one of the best speeches ever given.- How he got the nickname 'Spotty Lincoln- And how wrestling and crowd-surfing helped him win votes.Get to know ABRAHAM on First Name terms.

Abstract: Robert Louis Stevenson's gripping classic tale of pirate gold and adventure on the high seas, rivetingly retold for today's readers, is as fresh and exciting as the day it was first written. Young Jim Hawkins stumbles upon a treasure map and sets sail on the Hispaniola, on a perilous voyage that will change his life forever. But Treasure Island is a sinister, ghostly place, and Jim soon finds himself battling for survival - up against cut-throat pirates, and the mysterious Long John Silver.

Abstract: What do sharks like to eat? Which shark glows in the dark? And why do some sharks never stop swimming? Packed with facts about nature's greatest predators and illustrated with full-colour photographs, this book is specially written for children who are just beginning to read alone. Includes links to recommended websites to find out more. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. &quote;Excellent for helping children to learn to use books for research. Short chunks of text and plenty of pictures make these books really fun to read.&quote; - Parents in Touch

Abstract: A faithful retelling of the classic Herman Melville story about Captain Ahab and his vengeful hunt for the whale Moby Dick. Clearly written in a modern, approachable style, the Classics Retold series is designed to introduce young readers to much-loved classic stories. The text includes informative notes on both the author and the original text, and is ideal for encouraging young readers to pursue an interest in literature.