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Prof Wang ' Specal fuctions is a classic on specai functions,
In fact Prof, Wang was also an admirer of Modern Analysis.
The style of writting this book is in fact follows the style
of Modern Analysis, That is why is so good. But of course
Prof Wang had his own scheme and add topics not included
in Modern Analysis. To me, the best part is on the elliptic integrals and elliptic functions. I cannot find another book
on this subject which is started with basic theories, then
step by step, to introduce you to more advanced theories
from more simple theories.
Moreover, this book is originally written in Chinese.
Now it is tranalated in English.
This quality of this book is camparable to other famous books
on special functions like George Adrewo's or J. W. L. Olver's.
As a Chinese, I am proud of that and also give my repsect to
Prof Wang, whose contribution to Scientic developmeant in
China cannot over overestimated!

This is an outstanding book on special functions though it doesn't seem well known in the West. At first sight it appears to follow the path of Whittaker and Watson, but on closer examination it actually treats the subject(s) quite differently, sometimes better, dare I say. Among its strengths are (a) all derivations are carried out in detail; (b) the author takes great care to motivate various techniques so that they seem perfectly natural; (c) the contour-integral method is used extensively to solve the differential equations associated with the special functions; and (d) the infinite-series approach to solving the differential equations, which Whittaker and Watson develops theoretically but does not apply, is carried out more thoroughly here than anywhere else.

Point (b) should greatly appeal to the physics type, and it came somewhat as a surprise to me, since I had the impression that most Chinese professors had a very condensed writing style, in which motivation isn't the top priority. On the other hand, the contour-integral-solution approach to ODEs is basically absent (at least not systematically employed) in Whittaker and Watson. When you look at the integral representations of the special functions in the book, there is less of the feeling that they just dropped out of the sky. Point (d) should appeal tremendously to most of the readers, since a typical physics/mathematics student learns the series technique in his/her second course on ODE. The coverage here is outstanding because the author does not summarily dispatch, as most others do, treatment of the irregular solutions, ie, the "bad-boy" solutions which arise when the difference of the roots of the indicial equation equals zero or an integer. Whittaker and Watson, for example, relegates the subject to a footnote in their treatment of the hypergeometric function.

The original author (Wang) wrote the book in Chinese, which was translated into English by two of his students. You can easily tell even without seeing the author list that two translators were involved. One has a better command of English and his prose is more fluid.

Of course, for a subject as classical as special functions, there is bound to be a great deal of overlap between any two books in terms of the topics covered. Without a doubt Whittaker and Watson is still King in this area, but at least for me this book is Queen. Highly recommended.

Strawberry Shortcake and her friends are back in new book and TV releases based on the series from the 1980s!

In this beautiful, fully illustrated book, Strawberry Shortcake and her friends are trying to get some planting done, but find that the ground is still too stiff to dig up. The signs of spring are everywhere, but it's still too cold! Worried, a group of them decides to go out and find spring.

This is inspiring story about helping your friends, solving your problems, thinking of others, and living up your responsibilities. There are many lessons in this story and both kids and parents will enjoy reading it and viewing the bright, colorful illustrations.

My 3 1/2 year old loves Strawberry Shortcake. This cute book tells the story of Strawberry and her friends as they search for Spring! Strawberry wants to plant strawberry seeds (and her friends also need it to be springtime so that their plants and flowers can grow) but the ground still has frost and she and her friends can't wait for spring to come...so they go in search of her.

I have recently started working as a medical transcriptionist for several OB/GYNs. This book has been invaluable to me (and would be to anyone new to the field) because it not only lists each word, as a medical dictionary does, but also lists phrases as you would hear them, and matches words that would follow or preceed other words. When the doctor mumbles "lichen ___" I can just look up "lichen" and find 10 choice phrases that would include this word. This book has made my job much easier for me.

Many transcriptionists do not work just for one specialty like OB/GYN, but cover hospitals and clinics where many types of work are done and dictation must be transcribed. I have a shelf full of Stedman's books, and this is one that I refer to often. While much of my work is in heme-onc, that includes a couple of GYN heme-onc specialists, and so the book gets quite a workout.

Although the other review here is several years old, I cannot say "ditto" enough to the comments provided by that reviewer. Stedman's books, in general, are very helpful for the MT, and they update their publications on an ongoing basis. The hundreds of pages of cross-referenced terms specific to this field will be very helpful if you need correct terminology and spelling, etc., and are unconcerned with definition, photos, etc. These are just word books, and Stedman's books excel within that niche of the medical publishing marketplace.

Absolutely agree with the earlier review posted below. This volume was published in 1999, and an updated volume should be coming along soon, but meanwhile, this exhaustive collection of words relating especially to ears, nose, throat, and teeth is without peer. If you're an MT looking into expanding your library because you've found yours wanting, Stedman's is the place to look, and this book is a crucial part of such a library.

"Plastic Surgery/ENT/Dentistry Words" is a gem of a reference for the transcriptionist doing work in any of these specialty areas. It is chock full with 69,000 entries derived from >40,000 medical words, phrases, abbreviations, and acronyms. These are conveniently cross-referenced. Who of us has not heard, for example, some kind of "flap" mumbled by the dictator while transcribing a surgical report; here, a list of >4½ pages of various types of flaps are blessedly enumerated. Additionally, surgical instruments and medications are handily listed as well.

Four appendixes complete this volume: 1) anatomical illustrations [54 pages of them!], 2) sample reports [op notes] ranging in variety from typical liposuction surgery to an orbiculopexy, 3) common terms of procedure [such as septoplasty terms, etc.], and 4) common herbs in both Latin and common terminology. This latter is interesting, but I am confounded as to what is its use in this volume.

Nevertheless, this handy volume is really the Bible when it comes to a reference for anyone transcribing medical reports in the above-mentioned specialty areas. I recommend it highly!

The Story Of Z is an excellent story because it taps into the human concsciousness. The story touched the emotions of the human heart. People feel unimportant for many reasons. Many of those reasons reflect how Z felt. People feel unimportant if they are the oldest,youngest, and middle child. Sometimes students feel unimportant when their names begin with the last letter of the alphabet,and they are always last in line for snacks,lunch,awards, and bathroom breaks. The Story of Z made people whether they are young, old, middle-aged or first, middle or last feel useful and important. Just as Z realized how important she was, we must come to that same conclusion. While the story of Z stresses the purpose and importance of this alphabet, it is a wonderful way to use the letters of the alphabet to teach. The Life's lesson in the story could be used on any grade level, or in any situation. The story of Z is a cross-cultural story that can be taught in school,church, a business, and to a blue-collar worker. It carries the same message. You have a purpose. You are useful, and you are important!

The Story Of Z is an excellent story because it taps into the human concsciousness. The story touched the emotions of the human heart. People feel unimportant for many reasons. Many of those reasons reflect how Z felt. People feel unimportant if they are the oldest,youngest, and middle child. Sometimes students feel unimportant when their names begin with the last letter of the alphabet,and they are always last in line for snacks,lunch,awards, and bathroom breaks. The Story of Z made people whether they are young, old, middle-aged or first, middle or last feel useful and important. Just as Z realized how important she was, we must come to that same conclusion. While the story of Z stresses the purpose and importance of this alphabet, it is a wonderful way to use the letters of the alphabet to teach. The Life's lesson in the story could be used on any grade level, or in any situation. The story of Z is a cross-cultural story that can be taught in school,church, a business, and to a blue-collar worker. It carries the same message. You have a purpose. You are useful, and you are important!

I have the origional Summoning the Fates and love the new edition. This is a wonderful book. There is so much information that is vital. I wish I had read this book when I was 25, might have clued me in to a few things, what to expect, what to look for. Thank you Z for this wonderful new edition!!

This is a MOST informative read on the Fates (the 3 spirits who determine the origin, flow and destiny of us all). To ME, the MOST compelling part of the book was the ceremony of inviting the Fates to dinner. I followed the general outline for the dinner and was surprised to actually have these 3 marvelous spirits attend. They revealed to me new insights to my own life that I had never experienced before. Also most compelling was Chapter 10 AND the Epilogue which emphasized the current state of our planet, both socially and environmentally. Zsuzsanna explains that WE as a species, in our entirety can and MUST come together to address these issues. As witches, we need to stand up and take the lead by our very examples of husbandry for the Earth and all on it. This can be done in our everyday lives and through pressure on our "failing political system" and our failing "socio-economic system" as well.

I highly recommend this book to ALL. Not JUST witches or Pagans. It is a must read for anyone seeking wisdom, and insight into our destiny both personal and as a worldwide community. Although Ms Budapest is noted as a feminist writer this has valuable information to everyone, female as well as male, and is a must read for people the world over.

Raji

My children enjoyed this book for the story and the wonderful drawings. It is also available in French for children studying languages.

This is a lovely story about a gardener's son who helps bring peace between the sun and the moon, who have been quarreling so much there is no light in the world. It reminds that we should appreciate colors and cooperation. Fa-boo-lous!

On November 3, 1978, Dick Kenyon - husband, father, university employee and stained glass artist -- took his own life. That event is at the heart of Sunshower, but the book is much more than a story of a suicide. It is largely a survivor's tale, eloquently and unflinchingly told by his wife, Karen. With the grace of a poet and the insight of someone who has lived through the unthinkable, Karen Kenyon chronicles her life with Dick and the process of coming to terms with his end. In sharing this ultimately affirming story, Kenyon explores the most profound questions any of us can ask about life and love and the mystery that is every human being. I strongly recommend this beautiful book.

As a psychotherapist in private practice, I am often asked to recommend a book to help someone through a "dark wood." This is such a book. Ms. Kenyon is fiercely brave in her telling of her husband's suicide and what came after. How does one survive the unthinkable, sort out enough of (for so much here is unknowable) the grief, guilt, anger, self-blame, and fear so that life is again possible for those left behind? How does anyone go on to reclaim some right place in the world and some right place in the heart for the loved one who has chosen to die? This book is filled with the quiet courage too often unacknowledged of just keeping on, of continuning to do what feels right and necessary when life is so difficult we're not sure we can stand it. Ms. Kenyon shares with us her courage, guidance, wisdom, even humor. She makes us a map of those places the ancients used to mark by saying, "Here Be Dragons." She helps us find again a world that remembers light, hope, laughter. What Elisabeth Kubler-Ross saw and recommended some years ago in SUNSHOWER is as relevant now as it was when this book was first published. My hard-back copy of this book has been loaned out again and again over the years. Nothing recent has been able to replace it. I am so glad SUNSHOWER is back in print.

Excellent work, suitable for classroom use. Covers the history and development of America's highest court, as well as providing insight into judicial procedure and justice voting behavior. Also gives valuable information on the use of justiciabilty as method for agenda tailoring.

Of the three branches of government, it is the Supreme Court that remains a mystery to most Americans. As the author points out, most Americans are unable to name a significant number of sitting Justices, let alone understand the many nuances of the US judicial system. However, in The Supreme Court, Dr. Baum attempts to clarify the structures and processes of the Court, as well as explain its effect on the formation of public policy.

Dr. Baum separates the book in to sections, each addressing the major components of the Court: the Justices, the selection of cases, the decision making process, the policy outputs, and lastly, the impact of the Court on the other branches of government and society as a whole.

Aside from discussing the mechanics of the Court, Baum delves into its broader impact on both the executive and legislative branch, the creation of public policy, and the shaping of America.

In conclusion, Baum's book is an excellent work covering the many aspects of the Supreme Court, written in a clear and interesting manner.

Carol Kosai's first novel is crafted like a work of art. From the characterization of Edward and Louis, the description of the 1902 eruption of Mont Pelee, one can behold a glimpse of the beautiful island of Martinique.

The author's style reminds me of Ernest Hemingway's, saying a great deal with a few words. A jounalist's craft finely tuned to a great novel.

This is the first book that I have read by Carol Kosai, and I can honestly tell you that it will not be the last one I read! This book is short, compelling, inspirational, and touching all at once. I finished this book in one evening. It flows. The main characters Edward and Louis are developed and tied together wonderfully. It has the blend of humor, sadness, intrigue etc., to keep a reader interested. It also provides the reader with a cultural history lesson about the 1902 eruption of Mont Pelee, and it's only survivor, a prisoner who was in solitary confinement during the catastrophe. To tell you any more would spoil the absorbing plot line. I'm looking forward to Ms. Kosai's next book.