"Lang's Algebra changed the way graduate algebra is taught, retaining classical topics but introducing language and ways of thinking from category theory and homological algebra. It has affected all subsequent graduate-level algebra books." NOTICES OF THE AMS "The author has an impressive knack for [...]

The present book aims to give a fairly comprehensive account of the fundamentals of differential manifolds and differential geometry. The size of the book influenced where to stop, and there would be enough material for a second volume (this is not a threat). At the most basic level, the book gives [...]

Much has been written on how temples are constructed or reconstructed for reviving local religious and communal life or for recycling tradition after the market reforms in China. The dynamics between the state and society that lie behind the revival of temples and religious practices initiated by th[...]

This book is a riotous, irreverent account of the people and events that have shaped Britain. Always getting those kings and queens confused? Never sure what happened when? Then you need this book.[...]

37 familiar ("Rapunzel," "Jack and the Beanstalk," "The Golden Goose,") and not-so-familiar stories ("The Voice of Death," "The Enchanted Pig," and "The Master Thief." 97 illustrations.
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Triaxial weaving is based on three axes, or directions, instead of the two directions used in most Western textiles. It is among the oldest forms of weaving, and in todays world, industry uses triaxial weaving to produce strong, stable fabrics. There is also a growing interest in triaxial weaving as[...]

This book is intended as a basic text for a one year course in algebra at the graduate level or as a useful reference for mathematicians and professionals who use higher-level algebra. This book successfully addresses all of the basic concepts of algebra. For the new edition, the author has added ex[...]

This book presents the inspiring story of the woman whose passion and dedication revolutionised the way we think about cities. In 1961, Jane Jacobs' book "The Death and Life of Great American Cities", not only revolutionized the fields of city planning and city architecture, but forever changed the [...]

Airbus is a leading manufacturer on the world market for large civil aircraft, with a product range extended to include military variants. Highly innovative concepts distinguish aircraft from Airbus, and most recently the development of the impressive giant A380 put these claims to the test. All air[...]

Maria Lang var den første svenske krimdronningen, og boken Ikke flere mord er en klassisk Maria Lang-krim fra 1951 med alle de velkjente elementene fra de besnærende krimgåtene hennes på plass. Vi møter den skarpsindige politimannen Christer Wijk, den nysgjerrige amatørdetektiven Puck Bure sam[...]

I generationer har människan använt honung, bivax, pollen och propolis i hushållet, till matlagning och som husapotek. Här har vi samlat lättlagade recept med honung som nyttig ingrediens och smaksättare. Boken innehåller också information om våra svenska honungsorter, andra produkter från[...]