"An imaginative, poetic, and often amusing story, written with great skill." — Kirkus ReviewsOnce in a blue moon, a blue kitten is born. And that little cat knows how to hear the song of the riv
Bursting with beautiful butterflies, this coloring book for beginners will lift the spirits of children as young as six years old. Easy-to-color winged beauties are set against a variety of
Well-written and accessible, this classic introduction to stochastic processes and related mathematics is appropriate for advanced undergraduate students of mathematics with a knowledge of calculus an
A gem of German Romanticism, this literary landmark continues to enchant readers with its combination of poetic and fairy tale elements. The young hero of this unfinished experimental novel envisions
These intricate, many-faceted images offer colorists the chance to experiment with shading and other visual effects. More than 30 full-page illustrations depict lillies, daises, poppies, and other gar
Written by a prominent Russian mathematician, this concise monograph examines aspects of queuing theory as an application of probability. Prerequisites include a familiarity with the theory of probabi
A blizzard of wondrous winter activities that will keep everyone warm on a chilly day!? 3 complete coloring books including 2 stained glass editions? Decorate a Snowman with 35 reusable stickers? 90 s
"Think with the few and speak with the many," "Friends are a second existence," and "Be able to forget" are among this volume's 300 pithy maxims on politics, professional life, and personal developmen
A beloved storyteller relates the exciting, thought-provoking tale of a courageous animal pursued by a determined, two-legged predator with a deadly weapon. Kids learn valuable lessons about nature an
This classic exposition of the mathematical theory of fluid motion is applicable to both hydrodynamics and aerodynamics. Based on vector methods and notation with their natural consequence in two dime
Concise graduate-level treatment covers nuclear forces, nuclear structure, nuclear reactions, interactions of pi-mesons with nucleons, more. "A real jewel . . . should be in the hands of every student
Introduce kids to the scientific principles of sound with simple, fun-to-conduct experiments, including building a bottle xylophone and soundproof box, making a paper cup telephone and party horn, and
Brimming with 257 illustrations, this ecologically aware manual was written in 1881 with the farmer in mind. Its earthy, barn-building theories extend to dog- and bird-houses and are based upon princi
Reproduced from a rare 1805 edition, this handsome volume, with text and 135 illustrated details, describes typical building materials, styles, architectural ornamentation, and interior designs of pub
This volume introduces a general method for building infinite mathematical structures and surveys applications in algebra and model theory. It covers basic model theory and examines a variety of algeb
Avid outdoorsman provides youngsters and campers of all ages with detailed, easy-to-follow advice on building campfires; packing, saddling, and mounting a horse; choosing a campsite, pitching a tent,
Richly illustrated manual introduces beginners to basic aerodynamic principles and all aspects of model-building — from paint and tissue covering to the secrets of selecting the best engine, fuel, and
Volume 1 of the fullest repository on organ building and history in English language. Includes outline of organ history, external design and decoration, internal arrangement and mechanical systems, ac
"Will always hold an honorable place for bibliophiles." — The University of Chicago Press One of the earliest treatises on the value of preserving neglected manuscripts, building a libra
Flyball the Space Cat is back, and this time he's living in Luna Port, the first city on the Moon. Workers at the lunar station are building a rocket to transport him and his pilot buddy, Colonel Fred
This unique coloring book illustrates the numerous stages involved in building a house from the ground up. From drafting the plans and digging the foundation to framing the walls and developing interi
This vintage guide from over a century ago offers timeless, practical advice on building log cabins. Plans and directions for simple structures are easy enough for amateurs to follow. Well-illustrated
Thirty-one charming winter scenes will warm the hearts of serious colorists. All-original designs include young children gazing out of frosty windows and building snowmen, lovely snow-covered villages
These original pieces for beginners provide an interesting and positive musical experience while building technical skills and sight reading. Pieces start simply and incrementally add more difficulty.
Simple demonstrations illustrate scientific concepts, showing how to make a boat float, purify dirty water, and employ the power of hydraulics. Projects include building a waterwheel, powerboat, hydr
By building a wind turbine, hovercraft, barometer, and other items, kids discover fundamental scientific principles that govern the forces behind air pressure, flow, and resistance, the mechanics of f
Rollicking satire of the Harlem Renaissance centers on the larger-than-life inhabitants of "Niggerati Manor," an uptown apartment building modeled on the rooming house where the author once lived amon
Mendelssohn interprets the Reformation in symphonic terms, building to a powerful series of variations on Martin Luther's confessional chorale, Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott (A Mighty Fortress Is Our
Many of these 30 images come from "Constable Country," the area surrounding the artist's home in England's Suffolk County. Accurate re-creations of landscapes include Boat-Building near Flatford Mill;
A unique model-building experience, this beginner-level guide details everything needed to create brilliant reproductions of the royal sailing boats of Khufu (ruled ca. 2551?2528 B.C.), Queen Hatsheps
Computer science rests upon the building blocks of numerical analysis. This concise treatment by an expert covers the essentials of the solution of finite systems of linear and nonlinear equations as
Simply written, abundantly illustrated text provides handy tips for building everything from a cheese press, hog house, and even a bicycle-powered washing machine to advice on the proper way to split
This text discusses the mathematical foundations of statistical inference for building 3-dimensional models from image and sensor data that contain noise ? a task involving autonomous robots guided by
Easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams for building dozens of attractive, practical birdhouses — from a one-room house for bluebirds to a forty-two-room structure for purple martins. Also contains a
This handy, how-to manual is also a charming repository of make-it-yourself log furnishings and practical shelters that will inspire back-to-nature advocates. Instructions for building simple log stru
This volume reproduces the collection published in 1921, by the Radford Architectural Company of Chicago, of scaled and measured drawings for those involved in designing and building what were then th
Transparently based on the lives of Fitzgerald and his beautiful wife, Zelda, this novel traces the meteoric rise and fall of glittering young socialites Anthony and Gloria Patch. Building their marri
