Written when the composer was only 16, Schubert's First Symphony abounds with the promise of a young genius. His Second Symphony, created the following year, embodies the great Viennese classical trad
From the grass-cloth wraps of prehistoric times to the luxurious gowns of the Victorian era, this well-researched guide traces the evolution of English fashion for men and women through hundreds of ph
The Bulletin of the American Mathematical Society acclaimed this text as "a welcome addition" to the literature of nonstandard analysis, a field related to number theory, algebra, and topology. The fi
Colorful compilation features bouquets by the masters, including van Gogh, Cezanne, Renoir, Degas, Monet, Cassatt, and many other artists. Each painting can be printed at poster size and you can play
The companion volume to Dover's 1800 Mechanical Movements, Devices and Appliances, this engrossing visual narrative profiles the specific and unique properties of hundreds of devices, many still in us
This revised edition of a classic on special matrices provides researchers in numerical linear algebra and students of general computational mathematics with an essential reference. Its final section
This classic of modern physics includes a vast array of approximation methods, mathematical tricks, and physical pictures useful in applying quantum mechanics to other fields. Students and professiona
In the late 17th century, a Scottish minister went looking for creatures of "a middle nature betwixt man and angel." Robert Kirk roamed the Highlands, talking to country folk about their encounters wi
Born into poverty, Jack London led a knockabout existence before achieving success. The vitality and variety of his experiences are reflected in these 13 gripping tales of adventure and survival, incl
Among the first tales by an American writer, the title story and "Rip Van Winkle" marked the entry of Washington Irving into world literature. Also includes "The Devil and Tom Walker," "The Spectre B
Fusing science and art, the magnificently detailed anatomical illustrations of da Vinci, Eustachius, Vesalius, Albinus, and da Cortona have provided unsurpassed appreciation and understanding of the h
This excellent advanced text rigorously covers several topics related to random signal processing. Geared toward students of electrical engineering, its material is sufficiently general to be applicab
When colored and placed near bright light, these mystical images of Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Krishna, Indra, Kali, and 10 other Hindu deities will beautifully glimmer and glow. Each boldy outlined illus
This profusely illustrated fashion history surveys the fascinating range of undergarments that whittled the female waist to its most slender proportions. Discover how the use of wood, whalebone, steel
The Czech composer demonstrates his mastery of the orchestral form in Symphony No. 4 in D Minor, with its pronounced Wagnerian influences, and the markedly contrasting Symphony No. 5 in F Major, a wor
Deans (physics, University of South Florida) provides basic information about the properties of the Radon transform, gives examples illustrating some of its more subtle points, documents a wide variet
Drawn from the Louvre and other prestigious collections, these illustrations include French soldiers, German knights, crowned heads, and common folk in their finest apparel. Scrupulously authentic in
Artfully woven by master storytellers and told to generations of Native American children around glowing lodge fires, here are 19 enchanting tales rife with legend, myth, and fairy tale magic. Childre
This book is an integrated work published in two volumes. The first volume treats the basic Markov process and its variants; the second, semi-Markov and decision processes. It equips readers to formul
Some view it as a prophecy of events already fulfilled, and others as a foretelling of things yet to come. Still others regard it as an expression of eternal spiritual truths, rather than specific inc
A forerunner of psychological fiction, and considered a landmark work for its innovative use of narrative devices, Sterne's topsy-turvy novel was both celebrated and vilified when first published. Ori
Here, in one concise volume, are all six pieces from Debussy's Images — the Impressionist masterpieces that are among the composer's most popular works. Written in two sets from 1905 to 1907, the comp
This collection of Brahms' enchanting Hungarian Dances will thrill intermediate and advanced pianists. Based on Hungarian themes, this lively and popular set of 21 dance arrangements contains some of
Anarchistic, fractured, and born from the ashes of World War I, the Dada movement influenced nearly every aspect of 20th-century art. Focusing mainly on visual artists, this select anthology features
Covering a sparkling assortment of shapes and styles, this all-original collection details 60 round, oval, and octagonal designs perfect for hard-to-fit windows or wall spaces. Simple patterns include
This delicious variety of outstanding stories ranges over two centuries, from Romanticism to Modernism. It includes George Eliot's Gothic tale "The Lifted Veil"; "The Mortal Immortal," a supernatural
If you cannot measure it, it probably does not exist to many scientists, and this volume in the series sets out to prove that measurements at the far ranges do exist. This reprint of the Academic Pres
Practical applications and examples highlight this treatment of computational modeling for handling complex flowfields. A reference for researchers and graduate students of many different backgrounds,
This treasury of practical and ornamental knots ranges from easy half-hitches and bow-lines to intricate rope-work projects, such as rope buckles and cask slings. Detailed instructions accompany the 1
These eight compelling stories offer valuable insights into Japanese culture. Recounted by a distinguished scholar, they feature scenes from samurai life that embody the concept of Bushido, the "way o
Starting with an introduction to differential equations, this insightful text then explores 1st- and 2nd-order differential equations, series solutions, the Laplace transform, systems of differential
A dream sequence from the 3rd act of Man and Superman, "Don Juan in Hell" forms a play within the play, consisting of a dramatic reading by 3 characters from the main play in archetypal guises. The De
Rich treasury of more than 600 black-and-white cuts, selected from hard-to-find print publications, features zesty, often humorous illustrations of ladies in varied categories: fashion, entertainment,
Scottish journalist and poet Spence (1874-1955) was not a high scholar, nor an adept with access to the secret teaching of any particular tradition, nor an especially outstanding writer. So the eterna
Written as a birthday gift for his wife, Cosima, Siegfried's Idyll was given its premiere performance on Christmas morning on the steps outside their bedroom. In contrast, Faust Overture is what remai
Diagrams and folding instructions for 24 devilishly delightful creatures from the world of make-believe — everything from a troll (23 steps) to a high-flying witch on a broomstick (141 steps). Among o
Thirty beautifully illustrated stories, recounting Japanese myths and legends, will enchant readers of all ages. Drawn from the author's childhood memories, tales include delightful accounts of "The S
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
Burleske for Piano and Orchestra fully displays the remarkable orchestral color and brilliant orchestration so characteristic of Strauss' later works. The German term Burleske translates as "farce," a
This handsomely illustrated book showcases outstanding examples of suburban and country houses of the 1920sa great period for domestic architecture in the United States. Lovely photographs present ext
