Health Impacts of Globalization: Towards Global Governance
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Health Impacts of Globalization: Towards Global Governance

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ASIN: 0333802543

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Health Impacts of Globalization brings together an interdisciplinary group of researchers to analyze specific case studies that provide much needed empirical analysis of the impact of globalization on health. The range of issues covered-AIDS, tobacco control, BSE/CJD, nutrition, cholera, anti-microbial resistance, WTO, global governance-is intended to be illustrative, rather than representative, of the diverse health impacts of global change.

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3 out of 5 stars Easy to read introductory text.......2003-08-18

As someone who has traveled around the world, I am interested in global issues, such as health care around the world. I read this book and found it interesting and informative. Though the title has a liberal tilt to it, the book is very impartial, and provides a lot of insight into how global forces and institutions affect the health and health care of various people around the world. It is well referenced, and easy to read. I recommend it.
Health Impacts of Globalization: Towards Global Governance
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    Health Impacts of Globalization: Towards Global Governance
    Kelley Lee
    Manufacturer: Palgrave Macmillan
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    ASIN: B000OV0DZC

    Outboard Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Repair
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    Outboard Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Repair
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    If like most do-it-yourselfers you've relied on a sketchy owner's manual or one of those abstruse shop manuals written for professional mechanics to keep your onboard running, here's an end to your frustration. This abundantly illustrated nonthreatening guide is filled with effective maintenance, repair, and advanced troubleshooting advice for two-cycle and four-cycle engines from 2 to 250 horsepower. Although outboard engines have become more reliable, they're also more sophisticated and require more than a passing knowledge of mechanics to troubleshoot and repair. Outboard Engines covers recent developments such as electronic ignition, oil injection systems, and four-stroke powerheads. Your fears about the reliability of your "finicky" outboard are over!

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    5 out of 5 stars Excellent book!.......2007-07-30

    The book is very helpful, especially for diagnosing motor problems.
    This book combined with the specific repair manual for your year,make model is all you need.

    2 out of 5 stars Very Basic General Overview.......2007-06-01

    This book is okay as an introduction to how outboards work, but if you know anything about mechanics, I'd recommend you forego this and just buy a factory repair manual for your engine - as this book is frustrating in its lack of detail.

    4 out of 5 stars Outboard Engine Maintenance.......2007-01-05

    Great book with indepth explanations and step by step troublshooting procedures. Lots of Illustrations and techniques. Easy to follow tips and techniques. A pleasure to read. Written from the novice point of view.

    5 out of 5 stars Marine Repair Bible.......2007-01-04

    I'm currently enrolled in a two year program that will certify me as a marine technical specialist. This book supplements provided course materials and has also been used as a text in the class which covers all aspects of marine repair. Any questions that I have and forget to ask in classes are easily, or sometimes not too easily, answered by this book. The author pays strict attention to detail and doesn't waste space with words. He gets right to the meat and potatoes of the issues, procedures and general mechanics of maintaining, trouble shooting and repairing all aspects of the outboard motor. There aren't a lot of big, fancy industry terms that sound overly scientific. Each chapter is concluded with a few pages worth of review questions meant to pound the real important stuff into your head in a way that is easily understood. There is not one area of marine repair concerning an outboard motor that isn't covered here, from total rebuilds to simple maintenance. Top to bottom, front to back, this book covers the outboard motor completely and is a must have in any serious mechanic's toolbox.

    2 out of 5 stars Dust Collector.......2004-06-29

    Good intentions but no substance. If you own an outboard, you know that each size and brand are quite unique and generalizing the repairs of them is about as useful to an owner as a dry lake. This book is very small and it WILL collect dust or end up beneath a repair manual. Believe me.

    Bali and Lombok (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)
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      Bali and Lombok (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)
      Mary Covernton , and Tony Wheeler
      Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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      Lonely Planet Bali & Lombok: Travel Survival Kit (Lonely Planet Bali and Lombok)
      Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
      • A wonderful source of information.
      • Definately worth taking to Bali
      • obsolete before published
      • obsolete before published
      • Good Guide
      Lonely Planet Bali & Lombok: Travel Survival Kit (Lonely Planet Bali and Lombok)
      James Lyon
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      From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there, chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years, and as a result has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money. This completely updated guide to Bali and Lombok covers accommodations for all budgets; how to eat Indonesian style; notes on history, religion, and culture; plus important advice on trekking, surfing, and diving. A special section on arts and crafts provides a superb encapsulated overview accompanied by evocative color photographs. --Kathryn True

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      With its rich culture, lush landscapes, white beaches, excellent surf and legendary nightlife, Bali is almost the definitive tropical paradise. Across the water, Lombok offers superb diving and trekking, plus fascinating traditional villages. This indispensable guide has everything you need to appreciate the magic of both these tantalising and rewarding islands.

      Includes: 59 easy-to-read maps; hundreds of accommodation recommendations, from village losmen to top-end luxury hotels; tips on how to enjoy Kuta and when to head for the hills; the lowdown on trekking, surfing and diving comprehensive coverage of Bali's culinary delights; practical language sections covering Bahasa Bali, Bahasa Indonesia and Sasak.

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars A wonderful source of information........2000-12-31

      I found this book quite informative and useful in its information about many different aspects of visiting Bali. The book provides wonderful cultural insights, historical background and detailed information.

      The only major discrepancy we came across, for instance, was that the book said that Kuta has problems with tourists being hassled by street vendors, but when we went in April, we found that the main street in Kuta (where the Matahari Department Store is) quite the opposite. It turned out that the officials had just recently come down on the street vendors and put a stop to harassing tourists there. Instead, when we went to the center of town in Ubud, we were hassled a great deal by taxi/moped drivers to get us to hire them; this caught us off guard.

      In response to concerns that the book isn't current on it's information, I feel that you shouldn't rely on a guidebook for prices, and that as a whole Lonely Planet Bali & Lombok gives the information that you need to know. It tells you in great detail about what there is to see and do, and where things are and how things work. I mean afterall, by the time any book reaches publication, isn't a lot of the information out-of-date? Otherwise, a book would never get published; it would be a newsletter.

      I gave this a rating of 4 stars only because when we went to Bali, we didn't travel enough of the country (and we didn't get to Lombok) to give the book 5 stars.

      4 out of 5 stars Definately worth taking to Bali.......2000-10-13

      We have just returned from Bali (October 2000) and strongly recommend taking this LP with you. I have been a bit skeptical about the info of some LP's (Mexico-we hardly used it!) but in Bali whoever put this one together knew their stuff. FORGET THE PRICES MENTIONED, they've at least doubled for meals accomodation etc , but then so has the amount of rupee you'll get!! One interesting note. We took a taxi to the Temple of Gudang Kawi, an 11th century temple. LP justifibly raves about it. The only other tourists there we saw were holding a LP. Local tour operaters didn't seem to think tourists would be interested in it and must take them to more boring temples!(and believe you me, they get boring!)

      1 out of 5 stars obsolete before published.......2000-07-28

      As a resident of Bali year-round, the number one complaint by almost every lonely planet carrying visitor is how inaccurate and outdated the lonely planet guides are. Whether it is Thailand or Indonesia, information that is needed on a daily basis is history by the time the lonely books reach the traveling consumer. Bookstores throughout Asia are piled high with lonely planets discarded by weary travelers eager to lessen their load. Lonely planet books do offer historical perspectives that can also be found on the internet, but the insider's information the first time traveler needs to save money and sanity their first days in Asia is sorely lacking. Updated info on how to avoid being ripped off from lodging to transportation to moneychanging is of primary concern to almost all visitors to Bali that we meet. Books as heavy as bricks with pretty pics are nice but hardly handy when you are in need of fast, accurate information. Try "The Beginners Guide to Bali" on cd-rom- it has weekly updated info and prepares the first time traveler to Bali for the unexpected.

      1 out of 5 stars obsolete before published.......2000-07-28

      As a resident of Bali year-round, the number one complaint by almost every lonely planet carrying visitor is how inaccurate and outdated the lonely planet guides are. Whether it is Thailand or Indonesia, information that is needed on a daily basis is history by the time the lonely books reach the traveling consumer. Bookstores throughout Asia are piled high with lonely planets discarded by weary travelers eager to lessen their load. Lonely planet books do offer historical perspectives that can also be found on the internet, but the insider's information the first time traveler needs to save money and sanity their first days in Asia is sorely lacking. Updated info on how to avoid being ripped off from lodging to transportation to moneychanging is of primary concern to almost all visitors to Bali that we meet. Books as heavy as bricks with pretty pics are nice but hardly handy when you are in need of fast, accurate information. Try "The Beginners Guide to Bali" on cd-rom- it has weekly updated info and prepares the first time traveler to Bali for the unexpected.

      4 out of 5 stars Good Guide.......2000-06-13

      I was so excited about my recent trip to Bali that I used 4 guidebooks. Lonely planet was one of the most useful - it pointed out the tourist traps as well as the great spots. Many of the recommendations are more suitable for backpackers than mid range travelers, but the maps are excellent and the coverage of the entire island is good. Bali will not be the most beautiful place you've visited (it is still a third world country)but it will be the most interesting,especially if you work at understanding the culture. I found the Moon Travel Guide,Bali Handbook, published out of Emeryville California to be the best Bali book. It had the most descriptive narrative (over 300 pages) of Bali's culture, history and customs. However, it is not widely distributed, but is worth searching out.

      The Stencilled Home: 13 Themed Room Styles
      Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      The Stencilled Home: 13 Themed Room Styles
      Helen Morris
      Manufacturer: Overlook Hardcover
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      Customer Reviews:

      1 out of 5 stars IT'S THE DETAILS.......2007-07-30

      I NEVER ORDERED THIS BOOK. HOPE I AM NOT BEING CHARGED FOR THIS. I'VE NEVER SEEN OR REVIEWED THIS BOOK. LOOKS GREAT, BUT I DON'T HAVE IT

      2 out of 5 stars Novelty Item, Not Classic.......2005-03-01

      I found the book more of a novelty item than a real classic. The projects were so over-the-top as to be completely irrelevant to even the serious, experienced, and adventuresome interior decorator (A bedroom done as Napoleon's tent, complete with military uniforms?! Another bedroom right out of a Bollywood movie set?!). There were some beautiful rooms (the kitchen, the Tudor room, the Garden room, etc.), but too many rooms were tasteless, sometimes bordering on hideous. Projects were often shown in disjointed pieces, rather than as a coherent whole (example: a photo that shows only a very small corner of a floor, rather than a large enough view to actually appreciate the design). There is a good section at the back, which discusses practical matters (basic how to), but I was left wishing for more details. In particular, it would be nice to see a good discussion on layout considerations..perhaps going through a room and showing it in different stages of design. The Stencil Library is absolutely the best, and I am a big fan of Helen Morris, but this book left me sorely disappointed.

      5 out of 5 stars The Armed Forces Journal Book review........2000-08-08

      If you are looking for a relatively easy way to add a touch of individuality to your quarter which can be removed before handover, then stencilling may be the answer. It's cheap, adaptable, and easily painted over- and can be as individual as you want! 'The Stencilled Home' by Helen Morris is a book to inspire you- full of sophisticated and imaginative ideas, each chapter focuses on a themed room, with step by step guides and stencil packs to trace.

      5 out of 5 stars The Artistic Stenciler book review.......2000-08-08

      There's simply no other book like 'The Stenciled Home'. When you open the book you embark on an amazing and delightful tour of thirteen themed rooms of Morris' stenciling work... Instead of following a trend into trompe l'oeil stenciling, Morris' shows us the immense possibilities that simple stenciling has in the ability to literally transform the interior of your home... It is the imaginative and innovative use of stencils that make this book invaluable... This is a stenciled house from top to bottom and definitely something not to be missed.

      5 out of 5 stars Period Living and Traditional Homes Magazine book review.......2000-07-12

      Transform rooms with stencil ideas from the stencilled Home by Helen Morris. Helen co-founder of the Stencil Library, showcases a number of distinct perioid styles each with a stencil pack to trace from the page.
      Room 13
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        Room 13
        Edgar Wallace
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        The Play of Room 13 (Heinemann Plays)
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          Joe Standerline
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          The Case of Room 13 (John Darnell Mysteries)
          Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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          Sam McCarver
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          ASIN: 0451196902

          Book Description

          The year is 1912. John Darnell is a professional investigator whose specialty is debunking theories of paranormal activities. He is approached by the Managing Director of White Star Line with a proposition. A bizarre series of apparent suicides in cabin 13 on three different White Star Line ships has the Managing Director frantic, worried that unlucky jinxes, ghosts or violent spirits will follow him onto their newest ship, the Titanic, and into cabin 13. Darnell agrees to take passage on the Titanic in cabin 13 to investigate, and once on board, he suspects the reported suicides were really murders, and tallies up a list of very-much-alive suspects, each with their own sinister motives. But when the fate of the Titanic is sealed in the icy waters of the Atlantic, will the killer get away with yet another murder?

          Customer Reviews:

          3 out of 5 stars Strikes an Iceberg.......2002-04-10

          I can not recommend this book. I had expected a good period piece with plenty of Titanic atmosphere and a somewhat supernatural mystery. I don't think either was delivered. The hero could have been on the Titanic or the Queen Mary, just because a ship hits an iceberg doesn't bring the Titanic scene to life.

          Ther are other, much better mysteries set on the Titanic. Two that come to mind that I enjoyed are Max Allan Collins "The Titanic Murders" and Jack Finneys' "From Time to Time"

          3 out of 5 stars Warning: Pseudo-spoiler ahead!.......2001-08-10

          Maybe it's because author Sam McCarver is, as his cover blurb puts it, "a lifelong mystery and history buff," but I think I was hoping for a fresh, accurate angle on what had been turned into a slickly commercial blockbuster. Whatever I was hoping for, I don't think I got it.

          The case of the title refers to a series of mysterious suicides in first-class cabin 13 of different White Star Lines ships. As the maiden voyage of the supervessel Titanic approaches in 1912, nervous White Star executives approach famous paranormal debunker Professor John Darnell in an effort to dispel rumors of a White Star curse. This brings me to my first complaint: Considering the suspicious circumstances of the "suicides," I think--even in 1912--that most people would have been quicker to suspect a human murderer than a ghostly one. It's not like these were tightly constructed locked-room puzzles in the John Dickson Carr tradition.

          In order to catch the culprit, Darnell agrees to occupy Titanic's cabin 13. This should make things interesting, right? Unfortunately, my second (and overwhelming) complaint is that anything actually having to do with solving the mystery is almost boring. Darnell lives and works almost entirely in his head, so any scenes that could be called "action" are few and far between, and they usually involve Darnell's Chinese manservant being attacked. The bulk of what Darnell does in this book falls into two categories: falling in love with shipmate Penny Winters, and berating himself for falling in love with Penny Winters, who just might be a murderess, even though the author makes it very clear to the reader that Penny is not a murderess, so it's really okay if he falls in love with her, thus robbing the reader of any sense of suspense regarding Penny Winters and making the reader scream, "Just boink her already!!"

          I don't want to mislead you into thinking that I hated this book. It was actually quite pleasant. It seems to me, though, that the book's flaws are the result of conflicting desires. McCarver obviously wanted to include a great degree of historical detail in his story. I'm certainly not qualified to comment on its accuracy, so I took it all at face value. But McCarver had a difficult time weaving it into the story, and I think that may be partially due to a desire (or perhaps external pressure?) to tell a story in blockbuster style. This brings me to my third complaint, which is that I felt I was continually being pulled out of McCarver's straightforward little mystery and plunked down in the middle of a less inspired version of Cameron's sweeping saga. Had McCarver spent more time developing his unique story before interjecting the known historical elements, I think it would have been a much more satisfying read. It's still worthwhile, though, and does provide a slightly different perspective on the famous tragedy at sea.

          (adapted from a "Skullduggery" review)

          4 out of 5 stars A light, interesting mystery.......2000-07-20

          The Titanic is an often-discussed subject. Our memories are reverent, painful and even romantic. Sam McCarver was able to blend in just one possible story among thousands, which I am sure were occurring on ship. He puts his protagonist in the middle of the trouble and the reader gets a birds eye view of the crew and the Titanic before and after she goes down.

          Professor John Darnell is hired to find out why passengers are dying in cabin 13 on three different ships belonging to the White Star Line. It seems when those who meet the professor hear he is a paranormal detective their first thought is abnormal happenings with ghost and demons. Actually the Professor is a detective who is out to debunk the myth of ghosts or demons being the killer. And he believes the one behind the cabin 13 deaths is very much alive. I considered it an interesting reading. The mystery of whodunit was over a little too quick for me. Mr. McCarver is well versed in the history of the Titanic, as the reader will discover should he/she decide to read it.

          3 out of 5 stars A formula mystery with engaging historical interest.......2000-06-13

          The strength of this book is its historical background, but compared to giants like Noah Gordon who provide tons of historical information, McCarver is a lightweight. However, I did really enjoy the way the author wove his "who-done-it" around the enigmatic figures and grand details of the Titanic disaster. Mostly McCarver needs to flesh out his characters as real people though. The villain seemed wooden, even melodramatic, his motivations for murder sketchy and unrealistic, until the book's end when the author finally summed them up in a several, weak paragraphs. Though Darnell is British, nonetheless he seemed two-dimensional and emotionless, despite the fact that he was supposedly so overcome by his love for Penny that he got distracted from the task of unraveling the mysterious Cabin 13 suicides. The first two thirds of the book were the best as far as plot line. After the Titanic went down the plot got tedious while Darnell hunted down the murderous villain. This portion of the book should have been more concise and less predictable. I will read McCarver's next book, though, just to see if he has improved his skill in drawing rich, engaging characters. If he does, I'll probably be entertained by a reasonable plot, a richer Orient Express tapestry, and characters I can sink my teeth into.

          5 out of 5 stars Terrific read!.......2000-04-27

          This is an excellent, intriguing book that is hard to put down. Complete with all the necessary elements of a great mystery story, (suspense, excitement, and foreboding clues) the story is also historically accurate. Highly recommended for mystery fans.
          Room 13 (Nightmare Inn)
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            T. S. Rue
            Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers
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            The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in Greater China
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              The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in Greater China
              Philip M. Parker
              Manufacturer: ICON Group International, Inc.
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              ASIN: 0497414872
              Release Date: 2006-09-28

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              This study covers the latent demand outlook for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour across the regions of Greater China, including provinces, autonomous regions (Guangxi, Nei Mongol, Ningxia, Xinjiang, Xizang - Tibet), municipalities (Beijing, Chongqing, Shanghai, and Tianjin), special administrative regions (Hong Kong and Macau), and Taiwan (all hereafter referred to as “regions”). Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 1,100 cities in Greater China. For each major city in question, the percent share the city is of the region and of Greater China is reported. Each major city is defined as an area of “economic population”, as opposed to the demographic population within a legal geographic boundary. For many cities, the economic population is much larger that the population within the city limits; this is especially true for the cities of the Western regions. For the coastal regions, cities which are close to other major cities or which represent, by themselves, a high percent of the regional population, actual city-level population is closer to the economic population (e.g. in Beijing). Based on this “economic” definition of population, comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a city’s marketing and distribution value vis-à-vis others. This exercise is quite useful for persons setting up distribution centers or sales force strategies. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each region and city of influence, latent demand estimates are created for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved.
              The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in India
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                The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in India
                Philip M. Parker
                Manufacturer: ICON Group International, Inc.
                ProductGroup: Book
                Binding: Paperback

                EconometricsEconometrics | Economics | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
                ASIN: 0497499649
                Release Date: 2006-09-28

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                This study covers the latent demand outlook for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour across the states, union territories and cities of India. Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 2,600 cities in India. For each city in question, the percent share the city is of it’s state or union territory and of India as a whole is reported. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a city vis-à-vis others. This statistical approach can prove very useful to distribution and/or sales force strategies. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each state or union territory and city, latent demand estimates are created for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved.
                The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in Japan
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                  The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in Japan
                  Philip M. Parker
                  Manufacturer: ICON Group International, Inc.
                  ProductGroup: Book
                  Binding: Paperback

                  EconometricsEconometrics | Economics | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
                  ASIN: 0497449544
                  Release Date: 2006-09-28

                  Product Description

                  This study covers the latent demand outlook for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour across the prefectures and cities of Japan. Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 1,000 cities in Japan. For each city in question, the percent share the city is of it’s prefecture and of Japan is reported. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a city vis-à-vis others. This statistical approach can prove very useful to distribution and/or sales force strategies. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each prefecture and city, latent demand estimates are created for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved.
                  The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in the United States
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                    The 2007-2012 Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour in the United States
                    Philip M. Parker
                    Manufacturer: ICON Group International, Inc.
                    ProductGroup: Book
                    Binding: Paperback

                    EconometricsEconometrics | Economics | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
                    ASIN: 0497372177
                    Release Date: 2006-09-28

                    Product Description

                    This study covers the latent demand outlook for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour across the states and cities of the United States. Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 6,900 cities in the United States. For each city in question, the percent share the city is of it’s state and of the United States is reported. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a city vis-à-vis others. This statistical approach can prove very useful to distribution and/or sales force strategies. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each state and city, latent demand estimates are created for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved.
                    The 2007-2012 World Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour
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                      The 2007-2012 World Outlook for Room Air Conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU Per Hour
                      Philip M. Parker
                      Manufacturer: ICON Group International, Inc.
                      ProductGroup: Book
                      Binding: Paperback

                      EconometricsEconometrics | Economics | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
                      ASIN: 049731584X
                      Release Date: 2006-05-18

                      Product Description

                      This study covers the world outlook for room air conditioners with 13,000 to 14,999 BTU per hour across more than 200 countries. For each year reported, estimates are given for the latent demand, or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.), for the country in question (in millions of U.S. dollars), the percent share the country is of the region and of the globe. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a country vis-à-vis others. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each country and across countries, latent demand estimates are created. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved.

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