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An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol

An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol
John Weber
ISBN: 1416523669
Páginas: 192
Idioma: Inglês
Editora: Pocket
Ano: 2009

Rich in world history and political power, veiled in secrecy, and rife with rituals and arcane symbols -- from art and architecture to the images that adorn our currency -- the Freemasons arose from ambiguous origins centuries ago to play a major role in drafting the initial documents of the United States, and even in constructing the intricate landscape of Washington, D.C., itself a virtual mystery by design. These puzzles lay the foundation for Dan Brown's serpentine thriller, The Lost Symbol, and also raise provocative questions. Why do some Masonic symbols remain obscured, while others are hidden in plain sight? Which presidents were the embodiments of Masonic ideals? What is the significance of the construction of the Library of Congress, Washington National Cathedral, the Washington Monument, the Capitol, and the physical layout of Washington, D.C.'s roadways and cul-de-sacs? And to what secretive end do they all lead?
Now millions of curious fans can follow Robert Langdon step-by-step, and discover for themselves the answers to the absorbing conundrums posed by The Lost Symbol in this comprehensive, fully illustrated, and intricately detailed tour of the arcana of Washington, D.C. It takes readers through the enigmatic codes, captivating trivia, unfathomable riddles, intriguing records, historic maps, ciphers, and conspiracies of the phenomenal bestseller. What's more, it reveals the fascinating details of a world of unknown locales, mysticism, intrigue, and secret societies -- all of which lie in the shadow of The Lost Symbol.

About the Author
John Weber is the publisher at Welcome Rain. He edited The Tao Of Bada Bing: Words Of Wisdom From The Sopranos with Chuck Kim, and The World According To Rummy. He has packaged or published several bestsellers including A Monk Swimming by Malachy McCourt, Love Letters by Michelle Lovric. He lives in Brooklyn, NY.

The Lost Symbol

The Lost Symbol
Dan Brown
ISBN: 059305427X
Páginas: 528
Idioma: Inglês
Editora: Transworld Publishers
Ano: 2009

Let's start with the question every Dan Brown fan wants answered: Is The Lost Symbol as good as The Da Vinci Code? Simply put, yes. Brown has mastered the art of blending nail-biting suspense with random arcana (from pop science to religion), and The Lost Symbol is an enthralling mix. And what a dazzling accomplishment that is, considering that rabid fans and skeptics alike are scrutinizing every word.

The Lost Symbol begins with an ancient ritual, a shadowy enclave, and of course, a secret. Readers know they are in Dan Brown territory when, by the end of the first chapter, a secret within a secret is revealed. To tell too much would ruin the fun of reading this delicious thriller, so you will find no spoilers here. Suffice it to say that as with many series featuring a recurring character, there is a bit of a formula at work (one that fans will love). Again, brilliant Harvard professor Robert Langdon finds himself in a predicament that requires his vast knowledge of symbology and superior problem-solving skills to save the day. The setting, unlike other Robert Langdon novels, is stateside, and in Brown's hands Washington D.C. is as fascinating as Paris or Vatican City (note to the D.C. tourism board: get your "Lost Symbol" tour in order). And, as with other Dan Brown books, the pace is relentless, the revelations many, and there is an endless parade of intriguing factoids that will make you feel like you are spending the afternoon with Robert Langdon and the guys from Mythbusters.

Nothing is as it seems in a Robert Langdon novel, and The Lost Symbol itself is no exception--a page-turner to be sure, but Brown also challenges his fans to open their minds to new information. Skeptical? Imagine how many other thrillers would spawn millions of Google searches for noetic science, superstring theory, and Apotheosis of Washington. The Lost Symbol is brain candy of the best sort--just make sure to set aside time to enjoy your meal. --Daphne Durham

PHP Programando com Orientação a Objetos

PHP Programando com Orientação a Objetos
Pablo Dall’Oglio
ISBN: 978-85-7522-137-2
Páginas: 576
Idioma: Português
Editora: Novatec
Ano: 2007

O PHP é uma das linguagens mais utilizadas no mundo. Sua popularidade se deve à facilidade em criar aplicações dinâmicas com suporte à maioria dos bancos de dados existentes e ao conjunto de funções que, por meio de uma estrutura flexível de programação, permitem desde a criação de simples portais até complexas aplicações de negócio.
O uso da orientação a objetos juntamente com o emprego de boas práticas de programação nos possibilita manter um ritmo sustentável no desenvolvimento de aplicações. O foco deste livro é demonstrar como se dá a construção de uma aplicação totalmente orientada a objetos. Para isso, implementaremos alguns padrões de projeto (design patterns) e algumas técnicas de mapeamento objeto-relacional, além de criarmos vários componentes para que você possa criar complexas aplicações de negócio com PHP.

Principais tópicos abordados no livro:
Introdução ao PHP, arrays, strings e arquivos
Orientação a objetos, conceitos e implementações
XML, Web Services, tratamento de exceções
Técnicas de mapeamento objeto-relacional
Criação de classes para apresentação de HTML
Criação de classes para formulários e listagens
Criação de classes para manipulação de SQL
Criação de uma aplicação orientada a objetos

Turbinado: História de Carlos Ghosn, o Brasileiro que Salvou a Nissan

Turbinado: História de Carlos Ghosn, o Brasileiro que Salvou a Nissan
David J. Magee
ISBN: 8501066796
Páginas: 284
Idioma: Português
Editora: Record

Os segredos do sucesso de Carlos Ghosn - o executivo que salvou a montadora japonesa Nissan
O brasileiro Carlos Ghosn fez para a Nissan o mesmo que Lee lacocca, anos antes, tinha realizado pela Chrysler. Tomou as rédeas de uma empresa à beira da falência e, em apenas 2 anos, a fez alcançar lucros jamais vistos na história da montadora. Em Turbinado, os leitores irão conhecer esse executivo e aprender os segredos de seu sucesso. Um livro que inclui dicas práticas para gerentes e administradores em busca de novas soluções em um mundo cada vez mais competitivo.

The Business Analyst's Handbook

The Business Analyst's Handbook
Howard Podeswa
ISBN: 1598635654
Páginas: 411
Idioma: Inglês
Editora: Course Technology PTR

The Business Analyst (BA) plays an important role as liaison between business stakeholders and the technical team (software developers, vendors, etc.), ensuring that business needs are reflected in any software solution. Despite the importance of the job, there is currently no book specifically designed as a comprehensive reference manual for the working BA. The Business Analyst’s Handbook solves this problem by providing a useful compendium of tools, tables, lists, and templates that BAs can use on-the-job to carry out their tasks. For example, you might be preparing for an interview session and use the book’s checklist of interviewees to verify whether there is appropriate coverage of business stakeholders. Or you might be asked to review some diagrams and refer to the Glossaries of Symbols (organized by diagram type) for guidance. Or you may be asked to prepare textual requirements documentation and refer to the Business Requirement template for a list of artifacts and table of contents. Whatever your BA needs, the Business Analyst’s Handbook places the necessary information right at your fingertips.