This book provides a rigorous formulation of linear algebra aimed at Mathematics majors. However, the presentation though completely rigorous is essentially elementary, so that is should be accessibe to just about everyone who wants to get more than a superficial algorithmic view of the subject. (E,g. most people know how to calculate determinants but not knowing the abstract definitioon, are not in a position to understand or derive simple properties of determinats that make their manipulation so simple and painless)

Some great strengths of the book: 1st: We have exercises distributed all through the exposition, and these serve to reinforce simple consequences of results and definitions. 2nd: Problems, numerous at the end of each chapter, ranging from simple to really challenging.

Topics covered that many such texts ignore include: Matrix Analysis, Quadratic, Bilinear and Hermitian forms, Matrix Groups, inequalities arising from matrcies. All these in addition to the standard presentations.

A great book, not too abstract, and not too concrete.

This is the best intermediate linear algebra book that I've in my personal library. I recomend this book to anybody who want to take this subjet seriously. This book is the start point for more advanced studies about linear algebra, but the book, by selft, is no a advanced text.

This is a classic text. Mirsky, was born on December 19 of 1918, are referred in the files of McTutor like a mathematician centered in three investigation areas:

(i) The theory of numbers, where has studied r-free numbers, i.e. numbers not divisible by the r th power of any integer. There is obtained analogues of Vinogradov's result on the representation of an odd integer ace the sum of three you prevail, the Goldbach conjecture on the representation of an even integer ace the sum of two prevails, and the twin prevails conjecture. (ii) to Linear algebra, where has wrote his famous text An introduction to line algebra (this one) (1955) and went on to publish 35 papers on the topic. In matter there is proved results on the existence of main with given eigenvalues and given diagonal elements. (iii) Combinatorics, where has developed you devise coming from Hall's theorem: -

With such a reference, this book is an obligatory reference in the study of this branch of the mathematics.

A writer of outstanding repute in all his endeavors (translator, novelist, critic), Keeley has temporarily left aside all that academic stuff to write one of the five most beautiful books I have read in the past twenty years. Greek and Anglo literati like Seferis, Durrell and Miller come alive for us in these pages and special features of their work are examined with new depth. There are also some minor writers who serve as attractive backround to, and greatly enrich, the larger story. In his final paragraphs, Keeley hints that he might have a first person narrative in store for us covering a subsequent generation of philhellene writers. Let's hope he makes good on this almost-promise.

An interesting book about Henry Miller/Lawrence Durrill and the "Generation of the Thirties"-Greek poets that include Seferis, and painters such as Ghikas.

The book is exactly what the NY Times calls it--a combination of literary history/critique, and cultural history. It tries to provide a deep understanding of the poetry from the decade before World War 2. It dispells the notion that Greece only has offered the world Homer & Pericles. Seferis, for example, won the Nobel Prize in Literature.

I ordered this book becuase I am a huge fan of the Lawrence brothers. I kind of expected it to be just another gushy book about a talanted and good-looking actor. I was pleasantly suprised though! It turns out that Joey had to plow his own way...his parents were both regular people who loved to watch their talanted son sing and tap dance. Joey finally persuaded them to let him try out for commercials and he soon became the talk of Hollywood. This book reveals everything about Joey that a fan would want to know...plus it gives some advice from Joey about the fickle job of acting and singing. Mostly, it's just a book that once you get started, have a hard time putting down!

If you like Joey Lawrence, you'll love this book. This book, written by Randi Reisfeld, tells you all the interesting things about Joey Lawrence. You will learn about his upbringing and how down to earth he is. Inside, he is just like anybody else: he's sweet, kind, caring and sensitive. Outside, he's a major babe but doesn't know it. This book tells you everything you could ever dream of knowing about the one and only, major babe Joey Lawrence

This is a book you can lose yourself in, never mind any "notorious" tag due to its being one of the three versions of Lady Chatterley's Lover. This "second draft" is actually much better than the final version. I didn't find it mawkish at all. It's about tenderness so maybe that's why the other reviewer thought it "mawkish". Don't look for sensationalism here, this novel is about how two people from different worlds fall in love. It's really superb.

One of the most fascinating things about picking up a book is being able to immerse oneself in the author's world. If the book is a success, one inevitably wonders where such genius comes from, how it develops. Part of the pleasure of reading John Thomas and Lady Jane is, therefore, the way it allows us to glimpse the writer's creative process in the second of three distinct stages in the formation of the idea of Lady Chatterley's Lover. It also allows us to see how D.H. Lawrence develops the various themes he returns to again and again in his works: overcoming class barriers, discovering sensuality and passion--in the true, deep senses of the words--and struggling against the brutally mechanical, cold world of modern day life. Yet the attractions of this novel are not limited to the rather academic analyses of how he gets from the rough first version to the final version of his notorious novel, Lady Chatterley's Lover. Though the plot is roughly developed in some places, almost mawkishly sentimental in others, John Thomas and Lady Jane is truly a pleasure to read for those seeking reaffirmation of the fact that tenderness and compassion still exist in this world, and that regardless of where, when and whom, it is always possible for us to find a way of living that truly expresses and embodies who we really are.

The most comprehensive ecological work ever published. Fifty years of observation and data in a single locality is a standard unequaled by any other researcher in terrestrial vertebrate biology. Contains a wealth of information. Well organized, with modern taxonomy (yes, the correct name is Elaphe emoryi) and correctly employs only standard common names for ease of use. Put it right up there next to your Peterson Field Guides. Like their status as the bibles of North American field guides, it will become the bible of herpetological ecology worldwide. Highly recommended.

The most comprehensive ecological work ever published. Fifty years of observation and data in a single locality is a standard unequaled by any other researcher in terrestrial vertebrate biology. Contains a wealth of information. Well organized, with modern taxonomy (yes, the correct name is Elaphe emoryi) and correctly employs only standard common names for ease of use. Put it right up there next to your Peterson Field Guides. Like their status as the bibles of North American field guides, it will become the bible of herpetological ecology worldwide. Highly recommended.

Comming from a girl scout, this book has any information you could ever want to know on this amazing lady. After reading thsi book Juliette Gordon Low is now my new role model.

As a former Girl Scout, and current Assistant Leader, I can really appreciate the work that went in to founding our beloved organization. This book not only provides a historical account of the founder of the Girl Scouts of America, but also tells us about her parents and grandparents and how they too helped in building our country.

What is also intriguing, is this was not the typical philanthropist who knows nothing about the realities of life. Her life was a series of personal struggles as a child and a woman, it was the story of a survivor, a person anyone can look up to. True she was also an eccentric, but this was overlooked by her charm and the love she had for anyone who came into her life.

When I first saw a film clip at Girl Scout camp in the mid-70's, I became enchanted by this lady. Years later, I was led to this group of young ladies once again and found out there was a book about Juliette Low. I was intrigued from beginning to end, because I could identify with her pain and personal struggles. I soon realized that my life with the Girl Scouts would probably never end, as it had been a part of my journey and had helped me overcome my own struggles as a young woman.

I would recommend this book to all Girl Scouts young and old. I do feel however that it is written more for a mature audience, over 16. Not because of graphic scenes or language, but because the writing is very sophisticated and requires an experienced reader.

This book was a great book in my opinion. It was a real eye opener, and I reccommend this to anyone and everyone.

This is an excellent book. It depicts an outstanding role of a person struggling with relationships and hardships. I would defiantely recommend this book.

The quality of writing by Davis is some of the best I have ever read dealing with science and technology. The book has a significant weakness in its simplistic treatment of scientific discovery, concerning both Lawrence and Teller. The tremendous achievement of Groves is similarly given less than its due. I think Rhodes two books on this topic are much more balanced, but for the feeling of how science works, this book has few equals. I lent my copy to a friend some years ago (alas), and I'd love to reread this. Interesting two people would write reviews on a book they read many years ago.

I read this book probably 15 yrs. ago, & at that time realized J. Robert Oppenheimer was one of the most historically unrecognized people of our century. This story blends facts with the human side of the man, producing a tragic hero, whose life ended in obscure and unjust abandon.

This is an amazing book. I have read several biographies about T. E. Lawrence that deal mostly with his campaign in the Middle East and his life in the ranks. What a surprise to meet Lawrence , the sensitive man of letters, in this well documented book which, by the way, is not a biography. Lawrence's criticism of famous and less known writers and poets never leave you indifferent.I highly recommend it to readers who are interested in literature and who, like me, believe that T.E. Lawrence was a far more profound man than "Lawrence of Arabia".

Okay, so I haven't actually read the book, but there haven't yet been any reviews and so it might be useful to provide something which fills the space. I do know, however, that Mr. Orlans is my uncle, and so I have at least some idea of the care, work, and time that went into writing this book. It's probably well-done and worth reading.

This is an extreemly well thought out book, with great insight that allows the reader to better undestand what it takes to figure out the workings of a man's mind and to place it into a film. A barage of well layed out photos accent this book nicely. Also a great history of the movie is written: beginning with the life of T.E.L, following the arduois making of the film, the lives of nearly all who had a hand in it, the wide range of response to the film, and the recent restoration. This book is priceless and definitely a must for anyone.

A great book on a great film! Everyone who loves this film should buy this book.