This book provides an accessible introduction to the fascinating and topical subject of black holes. It bridges the gap between popular non-mathematical expositions and advanced research texts, using simple undergraduate level calculations and the most basic knowledge of relativity to explain current research. This means the theory can be understood by a wide audience of physicists, including those who are not necessarily interested in learning higher-level mathematical techniques.The thir...

August, 1806. As Britain fights alone against France, the greatest political chancer of his age hatches an audacious plot to upend the world order. Only one man stands in his way. Unfortunately, that man is Lieutenant Martin Jerrold.With powerful enemies in England to escape, Jerrold is only too happy to undertake a routine mission to America. But he'll soon wish he had stayed at home, as his journey takes him across pirate-infested seas, through the wilderness of the American fron...

Not many men emerged from Trafalgar without an ounce of credit to their names, but courtesy of an over-fondness for rum and his habitual bad luck, Lieutenant Martin Jerrold managed it. In February 1806, he is given one final chance to redeem his reputation and dispatched to Dover.Things don't augur well when, walking off the effects of a night in the tavern, Jerrold stumbles across a corpse lying on the beach. And they take a distinct turn for the worst when, to his horror and bemu...

This introduction to the fascinating subject of black holes fills a significant gap in the literature which exists between popular, non-mathematical expositions and advanced textbooks at the research level. It is designed for advanced undergraduates and first year postgraduates as a useful stepping-stone to the advanced literature.The book provides an accessible introduction to the exact solutions of Einstein's vacuum field equations describing spherical and axisymmetric (rotating) black h...

Edwin Thomas Sachs's *Sleight of Hand: A Practical Manual of Legerdemain for Amateurs & Others* is both an instructional handbook and a revealing document of nineteenth-century conjuring culture. Its subject is the disciplined production of wonder: the manipulation of cards, coins, objects, and attention through concealment, misdirection, dexterity, timing, and theatrical presentation. Sachs writes in a lucid, methodical style, translating performances that might appear supernatural into r...

"Sleight of Hand: A Practical Manual of Legerdemain for Amateurs & Others" by Edwin Thomas Sachs is a comprehensive guide that delves into the art of magic and illusion. This manual is designed for both beginners and those with some experience, offering detailed instructions on various sleight-of-hand techniques. Sachs emphasizes the importance of practice and presentation, providing readers with a solid foundation in the principles of magic. The book covers a wide range of tricks, from ca...

It is always a matter for self-congratulation on the part of an author to be called upon to furnish a Preface to a second or subsequent edition of some "bantling of his brain." In the present instance the task is more satisfactory than usual, the author not coming before the reader empty-handed. Since the publication of the first edition, conjurors have not been idle, and numerous new methods for producing magical surprises have been invented. Such of these as are suitable or worthy—for, i...

Behavior modification has lacked operational procedures to sharpen techniques and equipment. These aspects have lagged behind the development of general principles and specialized modification techniques. This sophisticated sourcebook is devoted exclusively to the technical details of "how-to-do-it" in behavioral assessment and practice--an aspect of behavior modification that is relatively undeveloped despite its significance and that has only recently received the attention it deserves.

"James's Account of S. H. Long's Expedition, 1819-1820" is a detailed narrative that chronicles the scientific and exploratory journey led by Stephen H. Long. Edwin James, the expedition's botanist and surgeon, provides a vivid account of the landscapes, flora, and fauna encountered during their travels through the American frontier. The work is notable for its rich descriptions and observations, which contribute significantly to the understanding of the geography and natural history of th...

"James's Account of S. H. Long's Expedition, 1819-1820" is a detailed narrative that chronicles the scientific and exploratory journey led by Stephen H. Long. Edwin James, the expedition's botanist and surgeon, provides a vivid account of the landscapes, flora, and fauna encountered during their travels through the American West. The work is significant not only for its rich descriptions but also for its contributions to the understanding of the geography and natural history of the region,...

Planning, Law and Economics sets out a new framework for applying a legal approach to spatial planning, showing how to improve the practice and help achieve its aims. The book covers planning laws, citizens' rights and property rights, asking ‘What rules do we want to make and, where necessary, enforce? And how do we want to apply them in planning practice?’ This book sets out, in general and illustrated with concrete examples, how the three types of law mentioned above are unavoi...

"Standard Selections" is a carefully curated anthology that showcases a diverse range of literary works, emphasizing the importance of classic and contemporary pieces. Edited by Robert I. Fulton, Edwin P. Trueblood, and Thomas C. Trueblood, this collection serves as an essential resource for readers and educators alike. The editors have meticulously selected texts that not only highlight the beauty of language but also provoke thought and discussion, making it an invaluable addition to any...