Intended for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics, physics, and chemistry, this work teaches problem-solving using the theory of special functions. The concise treatment presen
Seagull Sid and his fine feathered mates are sick of looking at all the rubbish that people leave behind at the shore. But how can the seagulls reclaim their beach from the trashy humans? No worries, Sid has a mischievously messy plan of attack — watch out below!Rollicking rhymes and delightful drawings highlight this tale by the bestselling team of storyteller Dawn McMillan and illustrator Ross Kinnaird, the cheeky creators of I Need a New Butt! and Doctor Grundy's Undies.
This famous little book was first published in German in 1933 and in Russian a few years later, setting forth the axiomatic foundations of modern probability theory and cementing the author's reputati
"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
This classic by one of the 20th century's most prominent mathematicians offers a concise introduction to set theory. Suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics, it emplo
Calaveras means "skulls" in Spanish but these calaveras are no bare-bones affair ? they're highly stylized images of a bull, bear, jaguar, and other creatures. Thirty-one full-page pictures to color feature decorated animal faces in the tradition of the Day of the Dead on mesmerizing backgrounds. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists,Animal Calaveras and other Creative Haven® coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.
This concise classic presents advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics with an overview of geometric algebra. The text originated with lecture notes from a New York University cour
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
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
There's a new doll in the nursery, and it's Raggedy Ann's fun-loving brother, Andy. The rest of the toys?including Henny, the little Dutch doll, and Uncle Clem?are delighted to have a new friend to jo
These vivid punch-out dragons are fun for fantasy fans and hobbyists of all ages. Suitable for ages 5 and up, the book contains eight different, easy-to-assemble models. The pieces are printed on stur
This treasury of one hundred tales offers students and other readers of short fiction a splendid selection of stories by masters of the form. Contributors from around the world include Edgar Allan Poe
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
Younger Brother, a Navaho Indian boy, undergoes eight years of training in the ancient religion of his people and the practical knowledge of material existence.
"Two children survive a shipwreck in the South Pacific and must learn to fend for themselves on a remote island, where their love blossoms amid a tropical paradise. Stacpoole's popular 1908 romance in
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
" This clear presentation of the most fundamental models of random phenomena employs methods that recognize computer-related aspects of theory. Topics include probability spaces and random variables,
Includes the unabridged text of Hawthorne's classic novel plus a complete study guide that helps readers gain a thorough understanding of the work's content and context. The comprehensive guide includ
Since ancient times, men and women have used hats and headgear for adornment and protection. This stunningly comprehensive survey, arranged chronologically, illustrates the astonishing range of styles
This reprint of Wilcox's 1958 edition of her history of costume is fun to read, more for her comments on the clothing of the early Twentieth century than the information on earlier periods. She begins
The Nobel Laureate discusses not only how and why he became a philosopher but also his conception of philosophy as a field distinct from science and literature. A source of inspiration for physicists
"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
In this essay from Schopenhauer final work, Parerga und Paralipomena (1851), the philosopher favors individual strength of will and independent, reasoned deliberation over the tendency to act on
This new compilation features 16 memorable arias, arranged for voice and piano. Reproduced from authoritative early editions, the arias include Oh patria mia and Ritorna vincitor! from Aida; Saper vor
Original compilation of the composer's most popular, most mature piano works, including Witches Dance, Op. 5, No. 1; Four Fleeting Pieces, Op. 15; Three Preludes and Fugues, Op. 16; Variations on a Th
Young readers travel to the timeless world of the Green Forest and Smiling Pool where they find Jimmy Skunk, Peter Rabbit, Unc' Billy Possum, and other woodland creatures secretly trailing Old Mr. Toa
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
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
Star-shaped motifs, circular illustrations, stacked blocks, and other eye-opening patterns and abstract shapes will leap off the page when you color them using the easy directions and view with the en
Buckeye, Emperor, Indra, Nokomis, Red Rim, the extinct Xerces Blue, and much more: color the illustrations using the simple directions provided, and each butterfly will magically float off the page! 3
With this charmingly illustrated book ? and a little help from a parent or other grownup ? kids can conduct fun-filled science experiments using recycled household items. They'll learn about sound wav
A sequential, constructive guide from a prolific illustrator on how to draw the human figure. Using warm and supportive tones, Pogany begins with the humble dot and progresses to perspective, shading,
Originally published in 1591, this work pioneered the notion of using symbols of one kind (vowels) for unknowns and of another kind (consonants) for known quantities.
This first course in differential geometry presents the fundamentals of the metric differential geometry of curves and surfaces in a Euclidean space of 3 dimensions, using vector notation and techniqu
This textbook explores the configurations of points, lines, and planes in space defined geometrically, translates them into algebraic form using the coordinates of a representative point of the locus,
This introductory graduate-level course for students of physics and engineering features detailed presentations of Boltzmann's equation, including applications using both Boltzmann's equation and the
Forty-seven mini mysteries filled with the works of sometimes clever, sometimes clumsy murderers, thieves, and liars. Using deductive powers, young crime solvers can break the cases of the Dead Dancer
Reprint of the charming Basil Blackwell (UK) edition of 1987 on construction of geometrical figures using compass and ruler. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
This rare 1945 thriller — available exclusively from Dover — offers a delightful example of detective fiction at its very best. Using the pen name R. T. Campbell, the eminent art critic, p
