Accessible, illustrated introduction covers wave patterns and coherence, summarizes the development of lasers and the phenomenon of wave diffraction, and describes zone plates and properties of holograms. Additional topics include viewing holograms, hologram computer memories, liquid surface holography, synthetic radar and sonar, fiber optics, and more. 1981 edition.
Mathographics by Robert Dixon Stimulating, unique book explores mathematical drawing through compass constructions and computer graphics. Over 100 full-page drawings: five-point egg, golden ratio, plughole vortex, blancmange curve, more. Exercises. 1987 edition.
The Development of Mathematics by E. T. Bell One of the 20th century's foremost scholars surveys the role of mathematics in civilization, describing the main principles, methods, and theories of mathematics from 4000 B.C. to 1945. 1945 edition.
Violent Phenomena in the Universe by Jayant V. Narlikar Acclaimed by Nature as "excellent and uncompromising," this reader-friendly book explores exploding stars, black holes, and the Big Bang. Clear and lively, it conveys the excitement of modern cosmology. 1982 edition.
Practical Statistics Simply Explained by Dr. Russell A. Langley Primer on how to draw valid conclusions from numerical data using logic and the philosophy of statistics rather than complex formulae. Discusses averages and scatter, investigation design, more. Problems, solutions.
From Galileo to Newton by A. Rupert Hall Tracing the revolution in physics initiated by Galileo and culminating in Newton's achievements, this book surveys the work of Huygens, Leeuwenhoek, Boyle, Descartes, and others. 34 illustrations.
