Michael Kennedy

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Unique in its integrated approach, combining an easy-to-read introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) with a hands-on workbook of ArcGIS applications, this book is now fully revised to incorporate the latest software update, ArcGIS 10. In addition to maintaining the successful features of prior editions, the new edition shows how to publish maps on the Internet using new exercises. It also introduces readers to the idea of programming...

If you're new to Python, it can be tough to understand when, where, and how to use all its language features. This friendly guide shows you how the Python ecosystem fits together, and grounds you in the skills you need to continue your journey to being a software developer. The Well-Grounded Python Developer builds on Python skills you've learned in isolation and shows you how to unify them into a meaningful whole. It helps you understand the dizzying...

"Adam Whistler has it all, so why does he feel so empty? When he breaks his ankle on a Mediterranean holiday he impulsively ends his relationship, toppling himself into emotional free fall. At a house party he meets--and beds--the lovely Morgan. But when he encounters her a few days later she has no memory of him and introduces herself as Leila. Leila has dissociative identity disorder, or multiple personalities. People are being murdered and Leila...

New edition of the bestselling guide to mastering Python Networking, updated to Python 3 and including the latest on network data analysis, Cloud Networking, Ansible 2.8, and new libraries Key Features Explore the power of Python libraries to tackle difficult network problems efficiently and effectively, including pyATS, Nornir, and Ansible 2.8 Use Python and Ansible for DevOps, network device automation, DevOps, and software-defined networking Become...

Love is in the air with Cassie and Sam's much-anticipated wedding. The union brings their two families together under one roof as they face new challenges as a blended family.

Seventeen-year-old Millie Kessler is just trying to survive high school when she becomes the newest target of the Butcher, her town's infamous serial killer. The Butcher's mystical ancient dagger causes him and Millie to wake up in each other's bodies, and Millie learns that she has just 24 hours to get her body back before it is permanent. While Millie races against the clock to reverse the curse, the Butcher discovers that having a female body is...

Roaming across the great cities of Europe, genealogist Jordan Kirkland attempts to solve the riddle of her aunt's mysterious past by finding a music box, a priceless family heirloom. However, Jordan is not alone, for a web of conspirators are out to find the music box, including the handsome art dealer, Nick Rostov.

Tragedy strikes New Moon as Aunt Elizabeth is lost at sea. Adding to Emily, Laura and Jimmy's worries is the fact that Elizabeth has borrowed heavily from the family's Scottish relatives to finance New Moon. These unknown relatives are, de facto, the owners of their home.

The dawn of a brilliant summer day at New Moon Farm. To all appearances, all is the same: the staid and quiet place it was upon Emily’s arrival four years ago. But Emily’s life is changing. As she prepares to take the entrance exam for high school, Emily is fraught with the insecurities of young adulthood. Her dream of being a writer suddenly seems more elusive. She knows she needs an education, but is beset by doubts. What if she simply...