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A Solid and Tasty Overview
This is the first part of a two volume treatment of solid state physics. The presentation is very clear and to the point as the authors does not shy away from introducing right mathematical tools with tasteful introduction whenever needed. For instance it is the only book of this sort(to my knowledge) which discusses the classification of the critical points of electronic density of states in the context of Morse theory(The pertinent parts obviously).

The only thing that it lacks is a solid discussion of crystallographic space groups and symmetry. Given it`s age there is no discussion of quantum heterostructures(quantum dots, wires etc.) and mesoscopic transport phenomena(this would have belonged to the second volume) either. Other than that it is a very complete treatment.

Yet another aspect of the is the fact that not each and every single step in the calculations is filled by the authors. But then, at some point you have to compromise that to delineate the physical picture at a deeper level so it is by no means a weak point.

Very useful book
This is a very useful reference book: very basic and in the same time very broad in scope. At least it is a good starting point for a deeper inquiry in many areas. It is good as well for clearifying simple points when you already have an extensive knowledge of a subject: a good fraction of research paper published nowadays are based on models whose origins are apparently unknown to the authors; Jones&March help to sort out many of such papers as hardly correct.
Of course, you should buy both volumes.

A superb treatise for the theoretical physicist.
This book is indeed the 2nd volume of Theoretical Solid State Physics: Perfect Lattices in Equilibrium. As the subtitle specifies, this 2nd vol. refers to non-equilibrium and disordered systems. It is very complete.About the first 100 pages are dedicated to transport theory, Boltzmannequations and relations to density-matrix approach. Other long chapters areabout optical properties and superconductivity; about 50 pages arededicated to excitations; about 200 pages to the defects of solids. Iparticularly like this book because the authors make often use ofself-consistent methods, like Thomas-Fermi one. The unique pity is that thesystem of units used in each section is not always clear. No mentions alsoof the most recent nanostructure objects and atomic-force microscopy. Inonetheless highly recommend it, especially to persons who yet have aknowledge of quantum mechanics. For a good and simpler introduction tosolid state physics Kittel's book is probably better; about transporttheory I'd recommend also the book by Ashcroft and Mermin. These three, Ithink, are a really must have. ... Read more

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An exquisite book, and a must for any lover of medieval English literature!
Just like the title says, this book is the 1958 facsimile of the celebrated 1896 Kelmscott edition.This is not somebody's modern translation of Chaucer.This is a comprehensive compendium of Chaucer's works in the full flower of his own medieval English, richly festooned with ornate woodcuts and initial capitals, and presented in an appropriately medieval, yet very readable font.Also included is an excellent glossary for all those English words that have since been shuffled loose from the mortal linguistic coil.This breathtaking text immerses you in the history of those famous words, and is certain to whisk you away from the cares and burdens of the modern world, if only for a spell.

This makes a delightful gift that any serious scholar, medieval history buff, bibliophile and weekend philologist is sure to treasure for many years to come. ... Read more

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The purpose of this book is to help ministers to look for God's people in rural places. I am a rural minister and have been pastoring for more than seventeen years. It was not my purpose so much to explain "why" but explain "how" to effectively minister in the rural church and community.

There are many more ways of doing ministry than presented here. I offer suggestionsfor ministry thatforme have been helpful and successful. Not everything that works for me will work for everyone. I want us to practice the skillful art of ministry.

The minister's image of ministry is woven throughout the fabric of Scripture and in the historical witness of the Church. The job of ministering in the rural church and community is immense. It can be discouraging at times, but can also be very rewarding. This book offers some ways of assuring the readers that Looking for God's People in Rural Places can be fulfilling and successful. ... Read more

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Well organized and comprehensive, this text is richly illustrated with full-color photographs to assist with diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the peripheral ocular fundus. It covers developmental anomalies of the peripheral retina, ora serrata, and pars plana, with emphasis placed on degeneration and anomalies of the retina and vitreous which have the potential for producing a retinal break or detachment. ... Read more

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Who's Who among African Americans provides biographical and career details on notable African American individuals, including leaders fromsports, the arts, business, religion and more. ... Read more

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Sir William Jones was a brilliant and engaged man of letters and law closely involved with the significant figures of Great Britain, America and India during the American Revolution and the early days of the Raj. He essentially introduced the Western world to Oriental peoples and cultures. To linguists, he is known as the founder of Indo-European linguistics. In the field of South Asian Studies, he is known as one of the early pioneers of Indology, and the founder of the Royal Asiatic Society of Bengal. His translations of Arabic, Persian and Sanskrit poetry and drama are credited with having a major impact on the English romantic poets. Within the history of English jurisprudence, he is known for a classic treatise on the Law of Bailment, and his translations of key Hindu and Islamic legal treatises such as the Laws of Manu.

The world's foremost authorities on Sir William Jones reflect here on Jones's life and mind, contributions and influences. In Part One of this volume, the life and mind of Sir William Jones are explored by Garland Cannon and Rosane Rocher. In Part Two, Jones's contributions to linguistics, jurisprudence, history and natural science are presented by R.H. Robins, James Oldham, O.P. Kejariwal and Kenneth A.R. Kennedy. In Part Three, W.P. Lehmann examines Jones's influence in German-speaking areas in the nineteenth century, and David Kopf debates Jones's role in the hotly contested subject of British Orientalism.

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This digital document, covering the life and work of William R(onald) Jones, is an entry from Contemporary Authors, a reference volume published by Thomson Gale. The length of the entry is 432 words. The page length listed above is based on a typical 300-word page. Although the exact content of each entry from this volume can vary, typical entries include the following information:

• Place and date of birth and death (if deceased)
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A study of the return of Christ, the judgment, resurrection and end of the age. Examines amillennialism showing Christ's return at the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70. ... Read more