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The Summa Theologiae ranks among the greatest documents of the Christian Church, and is a landmark of medieval western thought. It provides the framework for Catholic studies in systematic theology and for a classical Christian philosophy, and is regularly consulted by scholars of all faiths and none, across a range of academic disciplines. This paperback reissue of the classic Latin/English edition first published by the English Dominicans in the 1960s and 1970s, in the wake of the Second Vatican Council, has been undertaken in response to regular requests from readers and librarians around the world for the entire series of 61 volumes to be made available again. The original text is unchanged, except for the correction of a small number of typographical errors. ... Read more

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A doxography
I had to look up "Doxography" in the Oxford English Dictionary - it is a collection of philosophical opinions. The book "Greek Astronomy" is a Dover reprint of a book written in 1932. It consistsof a long (57 pages) introduction followed by a great many quotes (renderedinto English) from ancient Greek authors. The selection emphasizes generalquestions, such as "Does the Earth move?" - according to Ptolemyit does not. Perhaps useful as a souce book. But then again, perhaps not. ... Read more

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Excellent easy to read with surprising insights into slavery
This is a short overview of some of the discoveries made by the author and her team of archaeologists at Poplar Forest, Thomas Jefferson's retreat home.It is well written with outstanding photographs and maps.Theauthor writes clearly without imposing her own opinion on the reader as tothe results of some of the surprising discoveries made at the site.Theauthor encourages the reader to continue his/her own provoking thought byacknowledging that the site is still very much a work in progress andcauses the reader to look forward to further discoveries.This author isto be commended for her straightforward writing that allows even thelayperson to come away with a great deal of acquired knowledge. ... Read more

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The complete works of Archimedes from the classic translation by T. L. Heath. ... Read more

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With Latin text and English translation, Introductions, notes, Appendices and Glossaries. ... Read more

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"The best treatment of the subject in English" (Carl Boyer, History of Mathematics, p. 680). Blue cloth with gilt spine lettering & gilt cover seal. ... Read more

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This Elibron Classics book is a facsimile reprint of a 1913 edition by Clarendon Press, Oxford. ... Read more

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more than just history
It should be noted that this is one of a two volume set. This author also compiled and commented upon The Elements ofEuclid in three volumes [also available here].

Theseworkswere first brought to my attention by my Greeklanguage professor nearly 40 years ago as the best English language source on Greek Mathematics.

Just as the Greeks did not view `pure' mathematics or geometry as a lifes-work so to younger readers [through collage] the methods of logic may prove most useful.

For we retired `geezers' not quite ready for Oprah reruns and made for T.V. `romances' it may be the stimulation ofthe brain by the problems [which are documented and solved infull], the history andthe `awe' of how much these did `without computers';

Academically great
This is not a terribly exciting book to read, but it is a superior reference for looking up Greek mathematicians.It is apparent that the author is partial to Euclid, as his section is close to a third of the book, (see the author's version of the Elements)but being a Euclid fan myself I can forgive this easily.Even the most obscure mathematicians are covered in good detail along with what they proved, as well as how they proved it.For those interested in historical mathematics, this book is invaluable. Note:This is a two volume set.I thought it was only one and I only purchased the second.Be sure to get both. ... Read more

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This is an excellent new book on the very latest system of post-operative pain control - Patient Controlled Analgesia.This technique allows patients, within safety limits set by doctors and supervised by nurses, to get rapid relief by administering their required dosage of pain relieving drug themselves. Current research has shown that the use of PCA brings about a reduction in pain experienced and a shorter stay in hospital.Patients also use significantly less analgesic medication than with conventional pain relieving methods.This is a well researched account of the physiological, psychological, and technical aspects of patient controlled analgesia, by an anaesthetist and a nurse/psychologist, offering a comprehensive understanding of this new method of pain relief and how it can revolutionize post operative care. ... Read more