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Six lectures, all regarding the most revolutionary discoveryin twentieth-century physics: Einstein's Theory of Relativity. Noone--not even Einstein himself--explained these difficult,anti-intuitive concepts more clearly, or with more verve and gusto,than Feynman.

This book reprints the six easiest chapters from Feynman'scelebrated Lectures on Physics (LJ 12/15/63), which the NobelPrize-winning scientist delivered from 1961 to 1963 at theCalifornia Institute of Technology. Intended for as wide anaudience as possible, these chapters are primarily qualitative innature, with a minimum of formal mathematics. They discuss atoms,basic physics, the relation of physics to other sciences, theconservation of energy, gravitation, and quantum behavior. Whilethis informative work provides a relevant historical perspective onthe essentials of physics, the result is somewhat superficial.Nonetheless, because Lectures on Physics is out of print andbecause the information is still relevant, reprinting thesespecific chapters was probably a realistic move. The material willbe readily understood by scholars, physics students, and informedlay readers. Recommended for academic and public libraries. (Audiotape and CD packages are also available.)-Donald G. Frank, HarvardUniv. Lib., Cam

Originally published as two distinct collections, "Depraved andInsulting English" brings to light the language's most offensiveand obscene words--words that have fallen out of today's lexiconbut will no doubt delight, amuse, and in some cases provesurprisingly useful. Who hasn't searched for the right word todescribe a colleague's maschalephidrosis (runaway armpitperspiration) or a boss's pleonexia (insane greed)? And what betterway is there to insult the scombroid landlord (resembling amackerel) or that tumbrel of a brother-in-law (a person who isdrunk to the point of vomiting) than by calling him by his rightfulname? A compact compendium of ingenious words for anyone who's beentongue-tied, flabbergasted, or dumbfounded, "Depraved and InsultingEnglish" supplies the appropriate vocabulary for any occasion. Wordlovers, chronic insulters, berayers, bescumbers, and bespewers needfear no more--finding the correct word to wow your friends orsilence your enemies just got a whole lot easier.

Macroeconomics is the most exciting neweconomics textbook in a generation. Charles Jones distillsmodern macroeconomics as it is currently practiced—producing thefirst text to cover modern growth theory at the undergraduatelevel. The author's unique abilities as a teacher and writer renderthis modern treatment of economic theory an easy read for studentsnew to the field. Together with a distinctive focus on problemsolving, this clearly written text brilliantly matchesaccessibility with cutting-edge theory.

For anyone who has ever dreaded the blank page or struggled tofind something to write and then agonized over how best to writeit, or has simply found writing to be hard work, The Playful Way toSerious Writing breaks down common writing barriers and frees thewriter within. Drawing on extensive experience in teaching creativewriting and a lifetime of free artistic expression, Roberta Allen,novelist, short story writer, and author of Fast Fiction, hascreated a unique book of writing exercises packed with hundreds ofverbal directives and visual cues. The key, Allen says, is ENERGY,"the force behind the words, the desire to bring forth somethingthat has never before existed." Allen's ENERGY METHOD, whichfocuses creativity without interruption or that nagging innercritic, can be used for any type of creative effort at any level --stories, novels, plays, memoirs, sketches, journals, and more.Attractive, engaging, funny, and free ranging, The Playful Way toSerious Writingis more than just a writing guide -- it

If you need to know it, it’s in this book! Cracking thePSAT/NMSQT, 2013 Edition, includes: ? 2 full-length practice tests ? Thorough review of all the math, critical reading, and writingskills you need to ace the PSAT ? Targeted math drills for geometry, quadratic equations, andfunctions ? Specific strategies for cracking every question type ? Practice drills and detailed explanations for every topic thatappears on the PSAT ? Everything you need to know about National MeritScholarships ? An exclusive “Hit Parade” of key PSAT vocabulary words

If you need to know it, it’s in this book! Crackingthe AP U.S. Government and Politics Exam, 2012 Edition ,includes: ? A comprehensive glossary of key U.S.Government Politics terms ? An in-depth review of all AP U.S.Government Politics topics, including the institutionsof government, elections, political parties, interest groups,public policy, civil rights, constitutional underpinnings, andmore ? Useful techniques for cracking thefree-response section ? 2 full-length practice tests with detailedexplanations for each multiple-choice question, plus fullbreakdowns of how to tackle the free-response questionsand examples of "Excellent" essays for each ? Updated strategies that reflect the APtest scoring change

For students whose first language is not English and who wish to study at a university with an English-based curriculum, no admittance test is more important than the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). 400 Must-Have Words for the TOEFL helps you score well by arming you with the most important English vocabulary words commonly found on this crucial exam. This timely guide also encompasses the recent changes made to the test, including the emphasis on conversation and spontaneous communication to mirror the interactive nature of the classroom. 400 Must-Have Words for the TOEFL also includes: Activities such as paraphrasing, synonym and antonym exercises, and identifying prefixes and suffixes； Strategies on how to incorporate new words into everyday vocabulary； Chapters on identifying synonyms and paraphrasing sentences, roots, prefixes, and suffixes。

He's back! And this time Bob Miller is helping you tackle the math sections of the new and scarier SAT! Backed by his bestselling "Clueless" approach and appeal, Bob Miller's second edition of SAT Math for the Clueless once again features his renowned tips, techniques, and insider strategies for complete mastery of this often-feared portion of the test. Acting as your personal tutor, Miller guides you through all the puzzling elements of mathematics, making even the most complicated material clear and easy to handle.

Adopted at more than 400 colleges and universities worldwide, Economics of Development remains the standard of excellencein its market. That tradition continues with this Fifth Edition inwhich the all-star team of authors, including newcomer StevenRadelet, introduce a number of important improvements to the book'sscope and coverage. Like previous editions, this one benefits fromthe wide-ranging expertise of its authors, both as researchers andfield practitioners, and its approach remains steadfastly pragmaticand authoritative. Now more than ever before, Economics ofDevelopment is the book to count on in your developmentcourse.

More kick than kung fu, more bite than dim sum, more astounding than a Hong Kong skyscraper- Cantonese is the trademark of success for your travels in southern China. Get talking and put your best face forward with this phrasebook in your hand.

This is the book on all of Tolkien's invented languages,spoken by hobbits, elves, and men of Middle-earth -- a dicitonaryof fourteen languages, an English-Elvish glossary, all the runesand alphabets, and material on Tolkien the linguist.

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Designed with the beginning journalism student in mind, this undergraduate textbook for fledgling reporters is a reference guide and an instructive text full of real-world examples and writing exercises. Conrad C. Fink, a longtime reporter and bureau chief with the Associated Press, leads intro journalism students through the basics of news writing, followed by analytical, interpretive, and opinion writing, including specialty coverage-sports, science, business, technology, and profiles. This text makes use of a wide range of real-world examples and uses a direct, minimalist writing style developed by the author in 45 years of experience in journalism and teaching. Chapters include exercises that introduce students to a writing opportunity or problem, reproduce a real-life example of how a seasoned journalist handled it, then discuss the point made. In this wise and highly usable text, Fink will ease the path toward becoming a better writer-giving students the tools they need to communicate clearly and effect

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Practice makes perfect—and The Princeton Review’s 550 AP European History Practice Questions gives you everything you need to work your way to the top. Inside, you’ll find tips and strategies for tackling the AP World History Exam, tons of material to show you what to expect on the test, and all the practice you need to get the score you want.