A rip-roaring tour of the cosmos with the Bad Astronomer, revealing the sky as never seen before—from everywhere but Earth Zobraziť viac
The first comprehensive structural equation modeling (SEM) handbook, this accessible volume offers broad and deep coverage of both the mechanics of SEM and specific SEM strategies and applications... Zobraziť viac
Solving Today's Problems on the Back of a Napkin... Zobraziť viac
This book is a self-contained treatment of all the mathematics needed by undergraduate and masters-level students of economics. Building up gently from a very low level, the authors provide a clear, systematic coverage of calculus and matrix algebra.... Zobraziť viac
This is a new paperback edition of probably the most important and widely read text on numerical analysis. It is the distillation of what the author learnt about the computation of matrix eigenvalues by dint of trying all methods ... Zobraziť viac
The sixth edition of the classic undergraduate text in elementary number theory includes a new chapter on elliptic curves and their role in the proof of Fermat`s Last Theorem, a foreword by Andrew Wiles ... Zobraziť viac
An introduction to the Calculus, with an excellent balance between theory and technique. Integration is treated before differentiation—this is a departure from most modern texts, but it is historically correct, and it is the best way to ... Zobraziť viac
New edition of a very successful introduction to statistical methods for general insurance practitioners. Zobraziť viac
In this popular account of the cosmic importance of black holes, the author explores the properties and significance of these mysterious phenomena, which represent the most condensed state of matter in the Universe. Zobraziť viac
Subtitled: "A Survey And A Celebration Of All The Creatures That Have Ever Lived". Zobraziť viac
Hyperbolic systems of partial differential equations are important in modelling various physical systems, in particular the development of shock waves in fluids. As such they find many applications in areas of engineering and aerospace research. This... Zobraziť viac
There is a huge interest in Dawin and evolution, and the developments of his ideas are still controversial... Zobraziť viac
The Science of Grapevines, Third Edition reflects the latest insights into cultivar relationships, vascular transport, hormone action, and stress responses of grapevines. Based on the author's many years of teaching, research and practical experience... Zobraziť viac
How we arrived in a post-truth era, when "alternative facts” replace actual facts, and feelings have more weight than evidence.Are we living in a post-truth world, where "alternative facts” replace actual facts and feelings have more weight... Zobraziť viac
What is time? This book describes the developing physics of the concept of time from Newton, via Einstein, to the present day, and the related philosophical aspects. It also discusses the psychological experience of time and insights from cognitive... Zobraziť viac
3rd edition. Facilitates the reader's understanding of underlying mathematical and theoretical models by presenting a mixture of theory and applications with hands-on learning. Zobraziť viac
Guiding readers through the central philosophical debates within the philosophy of science, this book focuses first on the key figures, movements, and concepts in the philosophy of science, and then moves on to contemporary debates. It is of essential... Zobraziť viac
A funny and lively look at the physics behind the superpowers of comic book heroes, now fully updated to include even more superheroes. Of interest to both science and comic book aficionados. 'Extremely readable...' "Guardian" Zobraziť viac
Including many algorithms described in simple terms, this book stresses common techniques (such as generating functions and recursive construction) that underlie the great variety of subject matter. Zobraziť viac
