Mathematics and the Physical World (Kline Morris)(Paperback)

Mathematics: The Loss of Certainty (Kline Morris)(Paperback)

This work stresses the illogical manner in which mathematics has developed, the question of applied mathematics as against 'pure' mathematics, and the challenges to the consistency of mathematics' logical structure that have occurred in the twentieth

Calculus: An Intuitive and Physical Approach (Second Edition) (Kline Morris)(Paperback)

Application-oriented introduction relates the subject as closely as possible to science. In-depth explorations of the derivative, the differentiation and integration of the powers of x, and theorems on differentiation and antidifferentiation lead to a definition of the chain rule and examinations

The Naked Woman: A Study of the Female Body (Morris Desmond)(Paperback)

Internationally bestselling author and world-famous human behaviorist Desmond Morris turns his attention to the female form, taking the reader on a guided tour of the female body from head to toe. Highlighting the evolutionary functions of various physiological traits, Morris's study explores the

The Reenchantment of the World (Berman Morris)(Paperback)

The Reenchantment of the World is a perceptive study of our scientific consciousness and a cogent and forceful challenge to its supremacy. Focusing on the rise of the mechanistic idea that we can know the natural world only by distancing ourselves from it, Berman shows how science acquired its

The Equations World (Pritsker Boris)(Paperback)

Equations are the lifeblood of mathematics, science, and technology, and this book examines equations of all kinds. With his masterful ability to convey the excitement and elegance of mathematics, author Boris Pritsker explores equations from the simplest to the most complex--their history, their

Introducing Mathematics: A Graphic Guide (Sardar Ziauddin)(Paperback)

Introducing Mathematics traces the story of mathematics from the ancient world to modern times, describing the great discoveries and providing an accessible introduction to topics such as algebra and chaos

Small World (Lodge David)(Paperback / softback)

Philip Swallow, Morris Zapp, Persse McGarrigle and the lovely Angelica are the jet-propelled academics who are on the move, in the air and on the make in David Lodge's satirical Small

After (Gleitzman Morris)(Paperback / softback)

After is the fourth shocking, funny and heartbreaking book in Morris Gleitzman's Second World War series.After The Nazis took my parents I was scaredAfterThey killed my best friend I was angryAfterThey ruined my thirteenth birthday I was determined to get to the forest, to join forces with Gabriek

World War II: A Very Short Introduction (Weinberg Gerhard L.)(Paperback)

The enormous loss of life and physical destruction caused by the First World War led people to hope that there would never be another such catastrophe. How then did it come to be that there was a Second World War causing twiceas much loss of life and more destruction than any other previous

Podcasting for Dummies (Morris Tee)(Paperback)

Add your voice to the podcasting revolution! The world is tuning into podcasts in larger and larger numbers. When you're ready to add your own voice to the mix, this book will help you find your niche. Featuring top tech information, production insight, and promotional tips, this best-selling

Piece of the World (Baker Kline Christina)(Paperback / softback)

'Graceful, moving and powerful . . . a wonderful story that seems to have been waiting, all this time, for Kline to come along and tell it' MICHAEL

Elements of Mathematics: From Euclid to Gdel (Stillwell John)(Paperback)

An exciting look at the world of elementary mathematics Elements of Mathematics takes readers on a fascinating tour that begins in elementary mathematics--but, as John Stillwell shows, this subject is not as elementary or straightforward as one might think. Not all topics that are part of today's

Math Hysteria: Fun and Games with Mathematics (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

Welcome to Ian Stewart's strange and magical world of mathematics! Math Hysteria contains twenty quirky tales of mathematical exploration by one of the world's most popular writers on mathematics. Ian Stewart presents us with a wealth of magical puzzles, each one spun around an amazing tale,

The Atmosphere and Ocean: A Physical Introduction (Wells Neil C.)(Paperback)

The Atmosphere and Ocean is a fully revised and updated student friendly physical introduction to the atmosphere and ocean. Now in its Third Edition, the book continues to provide students with an accessible description of the atmosphere and ocean with emphasis on their physical properties and

Mathematics: Its Content, Methods and Meaning (Aleksandrov A. D.)(Paperback)

'. . . Nothing less than a major contribution to the scientific culture of this world.' -- The New York Times Book ReviewThis major survey of mathematics, featuring the work of 18 outstanding Russian mathematicians and including material on both elementary and advanced levels, encompasses 20 prime

Birds in the Ancient World: Winged Words (Mynott Jeremy)(Paperback)

Birds pervaded the ancient world. They impressed their physical presence on the daily experience and imaginations of ordinary people in town and country alike, and figured prominently in literature and art. They also provided a fertile source of symbols and stories in their myths and folklore, and

Reverse Mathematics: Proofs from the Inside Out (Stillwell John)(Paperback)

The first book surveying the history and ideas behind reverse mathematics Reverse mathematics is a new field that seeks to find the axioms needed to prove given theorems. In Reverse Mathematics, John Stillwell offers a historical and representative view, emphasizing basic analysis and giving a

Introductory Mathematics: Algebra and Analysis (Smith Geoffrey C.)(Paperback)

This book introduces the reader to pure mathematics and bridges the gap between school and university work. The text combines humour and insight, making it a less formal and more lively read than most other

Qed: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter (Feynman Richard P.)(Paperback)

Celebrated for his brilliantly quirky insights into the physical world, Nobel laureate Richard Feynman also possessed an extraordinary talent for explaining difficult concepts to the general public. Here Feynman provides a classic and definitive introduction to QED (namely, quantum

How the World Works: Mathematics - From Creating the Pyramids to Exploring Infinity (Rooney Anne)(Paperback / softback)

Lab Manual and Workbook for Physical Anthropology (France Diane L.)(Paperback)

Master the concepts of physical anthropology with LAB MANUAL AND WORKBOOK FOR PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY With hands-on lab assignments that help you apply physical anthropology perspectives and techniques to real situations, this lab manual walks you through difficult topics such as genetics and the

Clown: The Physical Comedian (Dieffenbacher Joe)(Paperback)

Clown: The Physical Comedian is a detailed and comprehensive workbook for those interested in the art of clowning and physical theatre, including actors, directors, improvisers, stand-up comedians, circus artists, mask performers and devisers of new work. Offering an extensive and hugely diverse

William Morris Stained Glass Coloring Book (Morris William)(Paperback)

One of the foremost leaders of the Arts and Crafts movement in Victorian England, Morris channeled his remarkable talents into a variety of creative areas, including magnificent stained glass projects. For this coloring book, A. G. Smith has skillfully adapted ten of Morris's splendid stained glass

A History of Mathematics: From Mesopotamia to Modernity (Hodgkin Luke)(Paperback)

A History of Mathematics covers the evolution of mathematics through time and across the major Eastern and Western civilizations. It begins in Babylon, then describes the trials and tribulations of the Greek mathematicians. The important, and often neglected, influence of both Chinese and Islamic