Review: In his preface, the author does a good job of explaining what he set out to do in this book; then, in the rest of the book, he does a good job of doing it! Stein has attempted to present examples of real mathematical reasoning that (unlike some of the most beautiful parts of math) DON'T require any math background to understand or appreciate--and in my opinion, he succeeds brilliantly. If you love a well-reasoned, clearly explained argument but never even took algebra or geometry, you will enjoy this book. On the other hand, even mathematically sophisticated readers are likely to find some things here that they hadn't seen before, so they should enjoy the book too.
Roald Dahl - The Wonderful Story Of Henry Sugar And Six More
Added by: kinda_fiera | Karma: 9.37 | Fiction literature | 18 February 2009
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Seven tales of fantasy and fun "are told with the special wit, the unexpected twists that have made Roald Dahl's short stories and children's books so popular with readers of all ages."
Edited by: Fruchtzwerg - 18 February 2009
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On Location: Settings from Famous Children's Books
Added by: Maria | Karma: 3098.81 | Fiction literature | 16 February 2009
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Introduce students to the settings of well-loved children's books with engaging selections and a variety of geography and extension activities from Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House in the Big Woods, Marion Dane Bauer's On My Honor, Carol Ryrie Brink's Caddie Woodlawn and Magical Melons, Sterling North's Rascal, and Irene Hunt's Across Five Aprils. Also included are attractive and detailed maps, drawings, and photographs. As readers experience stories in the context of their settings, they build their knowledge of geography, literature, history, social studies, mathematics, and science. Grades 3-8.
Perfect Phrases for Landlords and Property Managers arms readers with quick and easy phrases to deal with the countless challenges, decisions, and day-to-day responsibilities of being a landlord or property manager. it offers practical, need-to-know advice on everything from dealing with tenants and co-op boards to developing and executing a management plan. Each chapter includes several key principles and advice on the topic and provide hundreds of ready-to-use phrases for readers to go to no matter what the situation.
This book is a rich selection of writing that has influenced the twentieth century and beyond. With one hundred of the best titles fully reviewed and a further five hundred recommended, you'll quickly set out on a journey of discovery. The book also allows you to browse by theme and includes "a reader's fast-guide to the classics," past award-winners, and book club recommendations.
