Classic of modern biology sets forth seminal "theory of transformation" — that evolution takes place in large-scale transformations of body as a whole. Over 500 photographs and drawings.
Explains structure of nine regular solids and many semiregular solids and demonstrates how they can be used to explain mathematics. Instructions for cardboard models. Over 300 illustrations. 1971 edit
Treasury of 23 works by American poet renowned for the lyric beauty of her early works. In addition to the title poem, this collection includes "Interim," "Sorrow," "Ashes of Life," "Three Songs of Sh
This exciting and versatile treasury of over 100 designs offers artists many different types of Celtic motifs, both abstract and pictorial, all expertly adapted from authentic Celtic sources. The wid
The standard Ravel biography by the world's foremost authority — brilliantly detailed and documented, filled with quotations from letters, interviews with the composer's friends, an illuminating analy
Innovative, wide-ranging treatment, suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, covers negative temperatures and heat capacities, general and special relativistic effects, black hole t
Masterful retelling of Irish and Welsh stories and tales, including Cuchulain, King Arthur, Deirdre, the Grail, and many more. First paperback edition. 58 full-page illustrations and 18 figures.
Witty masterpiece combines high comedy with social commentary in deflating romantic misconceptions of love and warfare. First produced in 1894, Arms and the Man is one of the most acted and studied o
Undergraduate-level introduction to linear algebra and matrix theory. Explores matrices and linear systems, vector spaces, determinants, spectral decomposition, Jordan canonical form, much more. Over
Two celebrated collections of lieder by great 19th-century master of the genre. The Spanisches Liederbuch contains 44 songs, mostly religious or erotic. The Italienisches Liederbuch comprises 46 songs
A great way to get youngsters excited about chemistry, this book features 38 safe experiments for youngsters seven and up. All you need to perform these fun and fascinating exercises are common househ
Basic textbook covers theory of matrices and its applications to systems of linear equations and related topics such as determinants, eigenvalues and differential equations. Numerous exercises, both
Over 85 items: mats, bookmarks, edgings, collars, medallions, more for intermediate and advanced tatters. Clearly photographed projects; detailed instructions.
Highly readable reminiscences, musical philosophy of great pianist: his experiences as a child prodigy in turn-of-the-century Vienna, concert career, thoughts on great conductors and composers of the
This landmark study by a distinguished physicist develops three important themes: a coherent and inclusive account of Einstein’s theory of relativity; the extension of thermodynamics to special and ge
This classic work offers scores of stimulating, mind-expanding games and puzzles: arithmetical and geometrical problems, chessboard recreations, magic squares, map-coloring problems, cryptography and
This new edition of Anthropology and Modern Life is enhanced by an introduction and afterword by Herbert S. Lewis, who details Franz Boas' life, influence, and ideals. This volume will be a welcome c
Most efficient language-learning course ever designed for travelers. Each set contains 90 minutes of speech: English, then foreign-language equivalent followed by pause for repetition. Cassettes fit
Thorough step-by-step guide discusses anatomy of horse, lion, and bull; methods of construction; tools, materials, etc. Also comprehensive exposition of casting in plaster. 63 full-page photographic
Superb illustrated guide to the art of making handmade lace by looping and knotting a single cotton thread. Author describes the evolution of basic tatting elements and discusses how they can be regr
This classic introduction to electromagnetic fields, thoroughly revised in 1964 and available here in a one-volume edition, includes a self-contained section on quantum theory. Problems with solutions
These 210 exceptional photographs show the same scene viewed both in early photos and in more recent photos. Island has absorbed modern era while remaining untouched — text tells how.
This comprehensive study of probability, its relation to statistics, and its truth-finding value considers the approaches of Pascal, Laplace, Poisson, and others. It also discusses Laws of Large Numbe
The Nobel Laureate's monumental study surveys hydrodynamic and hydromagnetic stability as a branch of experimental physics. Among the subjects treated: thermal instability of a layer of fluid heated
This comprehensive introduction to classical electromagnetic theory covers the major aspects, including scalar fields, vectors, laws of Ohm, Joule, Coulomb, Faraday, Maxwell's equation, and more. Incl
"I regard it as a truly seminal work in this field." — Professor William A. Wallace, author of Causality and Scientific Explanation. Non-technical and clearly written, this book focuses on the place o
"The best introductory text we have seen." — Cosmos. Lucidly and gradually explains sets and relations, the natural number sequence and its generalization, extension of natural numbers to real numbers
"Remarkably comprehensive." — Industrial Laboratories. Here is a clear introduction to classic vector and tensor analysis for students of engineering and mathematical physics. Chapters range from elem
Mystery and supernatural fiction by writer many consider the greatest ghost story writer of all time. "The Room in the Dragon Volant" (the finest historical mystery of the Victorian era) and "The Evil
A complete, inexpensive, at-home course in animal painting and anatomy, this volume combines useful information on important anatomical features with directions on how to handle subjects and express t
302 authentic recipes offer the best in Austrian home cooking: beef broth with dumplings, potato soup, kalbsgulash, four kinds of schnitzel and more, including 171 dessert recipes.
Carefully worked out descriptions of another 120 flourishes, sleights, tricks, and manipulations. Forces, passes, glides, color changes, top and bottom changes, double lifts, false cuts, and more.
Concise, extremely clear introduction to the art of leathercraft. Learn to make fine leather handbags, belts, watchbands, billfolds, and more. Complete description of tools and techniques, profusely
This standard work?details the?names, general uses, and correct operation of all of the basic hand and power tools, fasteners, and measuring devices you are ever?likely to need. The book also covers?g
This authoritative introduction to sculpture covers forms of sculpture, how to construct an armature, build a model stand, carving, much more. Invaluable for beginners but skilled sculptors will find
An internationally renowned manufacturer, designer, and inventor of piano-making machinery presents a history of the development of the 19th-century piano. Photographs of instruments, working diagrams
