In this original text, prolific mathematics author Steven G. Krantz addresses conformal geometry, a subject that has occupied him for four decades and for which he helped to develop some of the modern
This wide-ranging collection of romantic tales features an international array of authors, including Sherwood Anderson, Alexander Pushkin, Anthony Trollope, and Giovanni Verga. In addition to new tran
This compact volume offers a broad selection of the most important documents in American history: the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Emancipation Proclamation as well as presid
Each of these three charmingly illustrated tales by the author of Corduroy andBeady Bear offers a gently told lesson in morality. In Cyrano the Crow, a conceited bird gets a comeuppance;The Turtle and
Simon enters into the Land of Chalk Drawings, where his doodles spring into colorful life and join him in adventures that challenge his wits as well as his imagination. This exclusive collection compr
Everybody talks about the weather and with this fascinating coloring book, kids will have interesting and informative things to say! The ideal introduction to meteorology for children, this volume pre
"A very welcome addition to books on number theory."—Bulletin of the American Mathematical Society.Clear and detailed in its exposition, this text can be understood by readers with n
This concise review examines the geometry of the straight line, circle, plane, and sphere as well as their associated configurations, including the triangle and the cylinder. Aimed at university under
Thirty complex puzzles prove that dot-to-dot challenges aren't just for kids! Each page features hundreds of dots that reveal surprising pictures of common and exotic creatures. Double the fu
From waders such as the spoonbill and red crane to the woodland-dwelling wild turkey and wide-ranging crows, owls, and ravens, this collection portrays a tremendous variety of birds. All 46 are identi
These beautifully detailed full-page images form a gorgeous gallery of 46 common and exotic butterflies. Follow the numbered guide to create accurate portraits of the giant swallowtail, ruddy daggerwi
This richly comprehensive history by the self-proclaimed "low-brow" historian features more than 100 photographs and contemporary prints of America's railway system. A dramatic chron
Derived from the Sanskrit term for "circle," the mandala represents wholeness and the human connection to the infinite. More than 30 hypnotic mandalas pulse with energy and life, off
Although a powerful orator, Josiah Henson had not yet learned to read and write in 1849. His remarkable slave narrative was first published in that year, when he recounted it to Boston's abolitionist
Equally valuable as a primer for neophytes and as a portable collection for fans, this collection features Dostoyevsky's short fiction as well as selections from lengthier works such asCrime and Punis
These 31 original designs were inspired by and adapted from authentic Celtic artwork. The collection contains full-page examples of key, step, and knotwork patterns as well as spirals and interlacing
Created by the popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles artist, the groundbreaking Paleo series accurately depicts the hair-raising violence and drama of dinosaur life in the late Cretaceous period. This
These 16 underwater scenes feature turtles, dolphins, and other marvelous marine creatures. By using the lightly printed numbers and corresponding color key, experienced artists can make these sea cre
Influential and innovative, James Joyce (1882–1941) led the vanguard of twentieth-century fiction. Sooner or later, most undergraduates encounter him, and many scholars devote their entire careers to
The classic details of mosaic art offer the perfect chance for young colorists to show off their skills. These 30 inspiring images feature simple flowers, animals, stars, sunbursts, and other
Transform simple balls and coils of polymer clay into fabulous wearable art! Just follow these full-color, step-by-step photos and clear directions to create more than 45 whimsical jewelry pr
Sixteen floral designs include tulips, daffodils, roses, and other beautiful blossoms. Each of the images features numbers corresponding to a coloring key — or use colors of your own choice. The illus
The philosophical, religious, and literary movement known as Transcendentalism flourished in New England during the 1820s–30s. This convenient boxed set presents three volumes by the movement's f
Five essential firsthand accounts of life in bondage and daring escapes include Twelve Years a Slave (the source material for the recent award-winning film),Incidents in the Life of a S
Six collections spotlight the work of distinguished American poets: Walt Whitman'sLeaves of Grass, Robert Frost's The Road Not Taken and Other Poems, Emily Dickinson'sSelected Poems, Carl Sandbur
This single-volume edition gathers four of the most famous animal stories by Caldecott winning author and illustrator Roger Duvoisin, the creator of that famous silly goose, Petunia. Richly
Sixteen striking creatures include an eagle, elephant, lion, and wolf. Artists can achieve realistic effects with the help of lightly printed numbers that correspond to a simple color key. The illustr
Based on sources from classical history, these black-and-white renderings of decorative motifs will provide a touch of authenticity to any graphic project related to ancient Greece. Images from the&nb
In this spirited saga, a promising young solider is wounded at the battle of Bunker Hill, sets sail with John Paul Jones, and undertakes espionage at the behest of Benjamin Franklin. Herman Melville d
Every day's a holiday with this coloring book of strange but wonderful occasions! Celebrate dozens of silly, strange, and unique "days" in this fun-filled coloring book. From National Bubble
Once the red rash appears, it is too late. The victims die within hours, their rapidly decomposing bodies spreading the disease in the dust. Art, science, and learning die with them while the few surv
No need for copper or plates to achieve the distinctive calligraphic script of eighteenth-century Europe ? just a pen, ink, and this comprehensive workbook will do. Master calligrapher Dick Jackson ex
This concise introduction to the methods and techniques of vector analysis is suitable for college undergraduates in mathematics as well as students of physics and engineering. Rich in exercises and e
Posing the question "What exactly is a number?" a distinguished German mathematician presents this intriguing and accessible survey. Albrecht Beutelspracher ? founder of the renowned
Betty Boop was born in the 1930s but her charm and vivacity have never gone out of style. Join the carefree flapper and her rollicking crew of friends for hours of coloring fun. You'll be taking a new
"[A] gloriously absorbing East-meets-West period fantasy."?www.comicsreview.co.uk.Along with a team of comic book legends?Dennis O'Neil, Terry Austin, and Marie Severin?Carl Potts (T
A microcosm of the universe, an aid to meditation, and a hypnotic art form ? there are many facets to the mandala's appeal, including the allure of a coloring challenge. Thirty-one intricately detaile
Fernand Wagner's deal with the devil buys wealth and youth?at the price of monthly transformations into a ravening beast. The first important fictional treatment of the werewolf theme in English liter
Mathematics was only one area of interest for Gerolamo Cardano?the sixteenth-century astrologer, philosopher, and physician was also a prolific author and inveterate gambler. Gambling led Cardano to t
In this classic of children's literature, a child takes an idyllic journey of discovery through the natural world. Awakened by birdsong and the rays of the sun, the child listens to stories of the but
