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A Mathematical Nature Walk

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"A sharp eye and an ingenious mind are at work on every page. . . . Read this book. . . . Then go forth, enjoy the view, and impress your friends." —Laurence A. Marschall, Natural HistoryHow heavy is that cloud? Why can you see farther in rain than in fog? Why are the droplets on that spider web spaced apart so evenly?If you have ever asked questions like these while outdoors, and wondered how ... Read more

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"A sharp eye and an ingenious mind are at work on every page. . . . Read this book. . . . Then go forth, enjoy the view, and impress your friends." —Laurence A. Marschall, Natural HistoryHow heavy is that cloud? Why can you see farther in rain than in fog? Why are the droplets on that spider web spaced apart so evenly?If you have ever asked questions like these while outdoors, and wondered how
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General Jacob Devers

World War II's Forgotten Four Star

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A "solid and informative" biography of one of the overlooked heroes of the Second World War ( Wall Street Journal).Of the leaders of the American Army in World War II, Jacob Devers is undoubtedly the "forgotten four-star." Plucked from relative obscurity in the Canal Zone, Devers was one of four generals selected by General of the Army George Marshall in 1941 to assist him in preparing the Army ... Read more

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A "solid and informative" biography of one of the overlooked heroes of the Second World War ( Wall Street Journal).Of the leaders of the American Army in World War II, Jacob Devers is undoubtedly the "forgotten four-star." Plucked from relative obscurity in the Canal Zone, Devers was one of four generals selected by General of the Army George Marshall in 1941 to assist him in preparing the Army
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X and the City

Modeling Aspects of Urban Life

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What mathematical modeling uncovers about life in the cityX and the City, a book of diverse and accessible math-based topics, uses basic modeling to explore a wide range of entertaining questions about urban life. How do you estimate the number of dental or doctor's offices, gas stations, restaurants, or movie theaters in a city of a given size? How can mathematics be used to maximize traffic flow ... Read more

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What mathematical modeling uncovers about life in the cityX and the City, a book of diverse and accessible math-based topics, uses basic modeling to explore a wide range of entertaining questions about urban life. How do you estimate the number of dental or doctor's offices, gas stations, restaurants, or movie theaters in a city of a given size? How can mathematics be used to maximize traffic flow
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Pragmatic Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers

by Alexander Godunov, John A Adam ...

This is a textbook on basic to intermediate mathematics for undergraduate students majoring in the physical sciences and engineering. Many chapters, covering topics like Green's functions, calculus of variations, and functions of a complex variable, are well-suited for graduate classes. Additionally, researchers can benefit from the book as a mathematical refresher for their professional work.The ... Read more

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This is a textbook on basic to intermediate mathematics for undergraduate students majoring in the physical sciences and engineering. Many chapters, covering topics like Green's functions, calculus of variations, and functions of a complex variable, are well-suited for graduate classes. Additionally, researchers can benefit from the book as a mathematical refresher for their professional work.The
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Guesstimation

Solving the World's Problems on the Back of a Cocktail Napkin

by Lawrence Weinstein, John A. Adam ...

Guesstimation is a book that unlocks the power of approximation--it's popular mathematics rounded to the nearest power of ten! The ability to estimate is an important skill in daily life. More and more leading businesses today use estimation questions in interviews to test applicants' abilities to think on their feet. Guesstimation enables anyone with basic math and science skills to estimate ... Read more

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Guesstimation is a book that unlocks the power of approximation--it's popular mathematics rounded to the nearest power of ten! The ability to estimate is an important skill in daily life. More and more leading businesses today use estimation questions in interviews to test applicants' abilities to think on their feet. Guesstimation enables anyone with basic math and science skills to estimate
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A German Texan in World War II

The Diary, Letters, and Memorabilia of an 88th Infantry Officer

by Marilyn Melcher Maddox ...

Series series Williams-Ford Texas A&M University Military History Series
A memoir within a memoir, A German Texan in World War II: The Diary, Letters, and Memorabilia of an 88th Infantry Officer tells the story of Robert Lee Melcher, written by his daughter, Marilyn Melcher Maddox. Melcher served as a major in the US Army from 1943 to 1945 in North Africa and Italy, leaving the war decorated with a Bronze Star Medal for his heroism. Highlighting the strong German Texan ... Read more

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A memoir within a memoir, A German Texan in World War II: The Diary, Letters, and Memorabilia of an 88th Infantry Officer tells the story of Robert Lee Melcher, written by his daughter, Marilyn Melcher Maddox. Melcher served as a major in the US Army from 1943 to 1945 in North Africa and Italy, leaving the war decorated with a Bronze Star Medal for his heroism. Highlighting the strong German Texan
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Edward L. Blackshear at Prairie View

Texas Education Crusader

by John A. Adams ...

Series series Prairie View A&M University Series
Many Texans will recognize schools and buildings across Texas bearing the name “Blackshear,” but few know the story of the man behind the name. Author John A. Adams Jr. seeks to rectify that in the first full-length biography of Edward L. Blackshear, bringing to light previously unexplored aspects of the life and work of a man Adams characterizes as “a pivotal leader, educator, strategist, ... Read more

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Many Texans will recognize schools and buildings across Texas bearing the name “Blackshear,” but few know the story of the man behind the name. Author John A. Adams Jr. seeks to rectify that in the first full-length biography of Edward L. Blackshear, bringing to light previously unexplored aspects of the life and work of a man Adams characterizes as “a pivotal leader, educator, strategist,
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The Old Alcalde

Life and Times of a Texas Fire-Eater, Oran Milo Roberts

by John A. Adams Jr. ...

A compelling historical biography that offers an in-depth look at one of Texas’ most influential and controversial figures during the tumultuous mid-19th century. This meticulously researched work by John A. Adams, Jr. provides a vivid portrayal of Oran Milo Roberts’ life, from his humble beginnings in Alabama to his rise as a prominent jurist and political leader in Texas.The biography expertly ... Read more

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A compelling historical biography that offers an in-depth look at one of Texas’ most influential and controversial figures during the tumultuous mid-19th century. This meticulously researched work by John A. Adams, Jr. provides a vivid portrayal of Oran Milo Roberts’ life, from his humble beginnings in Alabama to his rise as a prominent jurist and political leader in Texas.The biography expertly
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William F. Buckley Sr.

Witness to the Mexican Revolution, 1908–1922

by John A. Adams Jr. ...

In 1909, young William F. Buckley Sr. (1881–1958), who grew up in the dusty South Texas town of San Diego, graduated from the University of Texas law school and headed for Mexico City. Fluent in Spanish, familiar with Mexican traditions, and soon fit to practice law south of the border, Buckley was headed up the aisle to vast wealth and cultural power. On the way, he took a front-row seat at the ... Read more

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In 1909, young William F. Buckley Sr. (1881–1958), who grew up in the dusty South Texas town of San Diego, graduated from the University of Texas law school and headed for Mexico City. Fluent in Spanish, familiar with Mexican traditions, and soon fit to practice law south of the border, Buckley was headed up the aisle to vast wealth and cultural power. On the way, he took a front-row seat at the
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Standing Ready

The Golden Era of Texas Aggie Football and the Beginning of the 12th Man Tradition

by John A. Adams ...

Series series Swaim-Paup Sports Series, sponsored by James C. '74 & Debra Parchman Swaim and T. Edgar '74 & Nancy Paup
Across America in the wake of World War I, college football entered a time of prominence, often referred to as a “Golden Era.” This same period saw the origins of many beloved traditions of Texas A&M: cadets became known as “Aggies;” the “Aggie War Hymn” penned by J. V. “Pinky” Wilson ’21 was officially adopted; maroon and white emerged as the sanctioned college colors. And in 1922, a lanky Dallas ... Read more

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Across America in the wake of World War I, college football entered a time of prominence, often referred to as a “Golden Era.” This same period saw the origins of many beloved traditions of Texas A&M: cadets became known as “Aggies;” the “Aggie War Hymn” penned by J. V. “Pinky” Wilson ’21 was officially adopted; maroon and white emerged as the sanctioned college colors. And in 1922, a lanky Dallas
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Over There in the Air

The Fightin' Texas Aggies in World War I, 1917-1918

by John A. Adams ...

Series series C. A. Brannen Series
Over There in the Air tells the little known story of the contribution of Texas A&M University to early aviation in World War I. Over two thousand students served in the war in one capacity or another, and of those about 250 were involved in the newest martial development—military aviation. The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, as it was then known, was regarded as one of the top ... Read more

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Over There in the Air tells the little known story of the contribution of Texas A&M University to early aviation in World War I. Over two thousand students served in the war in one capacity or another, and of those about 250 were involved in the newest martial development—military aviation. The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, as it was then known, was regarded as one of the top
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The Fightin' Texas Aggie Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor

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By any measure, the battles of Bataan and Corregidor were among the most intensely fought and devastating episodes in the World War II Pacific theater. Beginning in early 1942, the Japanese Imperial Army invaded the Philippines in an attempt to control the Pacific region and expand its sphere of influence. The defense and last stand of Filipino and American allied forces marked the largest ... Read more

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By any measure, the battles of Bataan and Corregidor were among the most intensely fought and devastating episodes in the World War II Pacific theater. Beginning in early 1942, the Japanese Imperial Army invaded the Philippines in an attempt to control the Pacific region and expand its sphere of influence. The defense and last stand of Filipino and American allied forces marked the largest
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