Science

More than any thing else technology creates our world. It creates our wealth, our economy, our very way of being, says W. Brian Arthur. Yet, until now the major questions of technology have gone unanswered. Where do new technologies come from -- how exactly does invention work? What constitutes innovation, and how is it achieved? Why are certain regions -- Cambridge, England, in the 1920s and Silicon Valley today -- hotbeds of innovation, while others languish? Does technology, like biological life, evolve? How do new industries, and the economy itself, emerge from technologies? In this groundbreaking work, pioneering technology thinker and economist W. Brian Arthur sets forth a boldly original way of thinking about technology that gives answers to these questions. more...

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Offers a way to learn the fundamentals and general concepts of physics. This guide offers questions at the end of each chapter and section to pinpoint weaknesses, and a 100-question final exam to reinforce the book. It is meant for a as well as an advanced student. more...

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Boiled-down essentials of the top-selling Schaum's Outline series, for the student with limited time. What could be better than the bestselling Schaum's Outline series? For students looking for a quick nuts-and-bolts overview, it would have to be Schaum's Easy Outline series. Every book in this series is a pared-down, simplified, and tightly focused version of its bigger predecessor. With an emphasis on clarity and brevity, each new title features a streamlined and updated format and the absolute essence of the subject, presented in a concise and readily understandable form. Graphic elements such as sidebars, reader-alert icons, and boxed highlights feature selected points from the text, illuminate keys to learning, and give students quick pointers to the essentials. more...

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Charles Darwin was an English naturalist, eminent as a collector and geologist, who proposed and provided scientific evidence that all species of life have evolved over time from common ancestors through the process of natural selection. Darwin’s discovery remains the foundation of biology, as it provides a unifying logical explanation for the diversity of life. This collection includes 17 most significant works complemented by author biography and contemporary analysis. These books are readable by a non-specialist. They attract widespread interest today as they did 150 years ago. Each booktable of contents linked to every chapter and section. Table of Contents. List of Works in Chronological Order. On the Origin of Species (1st edition, 1859). On the Origin of Species (2nd edition, 1860). On the Origin of Species (6th, most definitive edition, 1872). Contemporary Analysis of "On the Origin of Species". Charles Darwin Biography. About and Navigation. _________. List of Works in Chronological Order. Published works :: Autobiography :: Letters. Published works:. 1839: Journal and Remarks (The Voyage of the Beagle). 1842: The Structure and Distribution of Coral Reefs. 1844: Geological Observations of Volcanic Islands. 1846: Geological Observations on South America. 1859: On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life (1st edition). 1860: On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life (2nd edition). 1868: Variation of Plants and Animals Under Domestication. 1871: The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex. 1872: On the Origin of Species (6th most definitive edition). 1872: The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals. 1875: Movement and Habits of Climbing Plants. 1875: Insectivorous Plants. 1876: The Effects of Cross and Self Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom. 1877: The Different Forms of Flowers on Pla more...

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BLAST OFF TO THE FINAL FRONTIERWITH 101 OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD PROJECTS YOU CAN EASILY BUILD YOURSELF!. The sky is not the limit! If you yearn to touch the stars, 101 Outer Space Projects for the Evil Genius has everything you need to explore the universe from the comfort of your own home. Whether you're a beginner stargazer or a more experienced astronomer, you'll find an outstanding project to satisfy you, from model rockets and celestial maps to space robots, GPS systems, and much, much more. Full of easy-to-follow plans and clear schematics for each project, as well as lists of materials and tools so you know exactly what's involved before you begin, 101 Outer Space Projects for the Evil Genius; 400 dazzling illustrations that let you build each of the 101 amazing how-to projects visually; First-hand experiences and case studies to help you make the most out of each project; Frustration-factor removal-needed parts are listed, along with sources. 101 Outer Space Projects for the Evil Genius provides you with all the plans, instructions, parts lists, and sources you need to: Use GPS systems; Experiment with model rockets; Navigate your way through the universe using your computer; Build your own telescope, radio telescope, and planetarium; Read celestial maps of heavenly bodies; Create a Mars rover to explore your home; Design your own International Space Station more...

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