New Additions to E-Books Directory

Introduction to Observational Physical Oceanography
by Raffaele Ferrari, Terrence Joyce - MIT OpenCourseWare
These lecture notes include topics such as the physical description of the sea, the physical properties of seawater, methods and measurements, wind-driven ocean circulation, abyssal ocean circulation, boundary processes, and wave motions.
(submitted on 2010-03-11)

Exactly Solved Models in Statistical Mechanics
by R. J. Baxter - Academic Press
This text explores the solution of two-dimensional lattice models. Topics include basic statistical mechanics, Ising models, mean field model, spherical model, ice-type models, corner transfer matrices, hard hexagonal models, and elliptic functions.
(submitted on 2010-03-11)

Killer Game Programming in Java
by Andrew Davison - O'Reilly Media
This book is for people who already know the basics of Java. It teaches reusable techniques which can be pieced together to make lots of games. For example, how to make a particle system, first-person keyboard controls, a terrain follower, etc.
(submitted on 2010-03-11)

The Last Man
by Mary Shelley - eBooks@Adelaide
Set in an apocalyptic future ending in the year 2100, this novel concerns a plague that destroys almost all of humankind. Published in 1826 after the death of her husband and three children, The Last Man is Shelley's look at an apocalyptic future.
(submitted on 2010-03-11)

Skilful Thinking: An Introduction to Philosophical Skills
by GJ Rossouw - HSRC Press
Written in a down-to-earth style, this books guides students through the skills that enable them to analyze texts, critically evaluate arguments, and present it clearly. The book also offers advice on studying, time management and exam preparation.
(submitted on 2010-03-11)

Managing Groups and Teams
by Eric Dolan, at al. - Wikibooks
Groups are everywhere; whether in our social lives, our work, or our families. Individuals decide to work collectively to achieve particular goals. This book takes a challenge-based approach, one that focuses on the how of managing a group or a team.
(submitted on 2010-03-10)

The Kitchen Table Entrepreneur
by Paul Power - How To Books Ltd
Kitchen Table Entrepreneurs make the best of what they have in terms of their personal skills, which means they start their businesses from where they are standing right now. This guide helps you to turn this hobby into a profitable business.
(submitted on 2010-03-10)

Seismic Design for Buildings
- Dept. of the Army
This manual provides criteria and guidance for the design of structures to resist the effects of earthquakes. It takes a general approach for the seismic design of buildings. Primary emphasis is given to the equivalent static force design procedure.
(submitted on 2010-03-10)

Integral Operators
by Leif Mejlbro - BookBoon
Examples of Hilbert-Smith operators and other types of integral operators, Hilbert Schmidt norm, Volterra integral operator, Cauchy-Schwarz inequality, Hoelder inequality, iterated kernels, Hermitian kernel, and much more.
(submitted on 2010-03-10)

Introduction to Randomness and Statistics
by Alexander K. Hartmann - arXiv
This is a practical introduction to randomness and data analysis, in particular in the context of computer simulations. At the beginning, the most basics concepts of probability are given, in particular discrete and continuous random variables.
(submitted on 2010-03-10)

Logic and Proof
by Lawrence C Paulson - University of Cambridge
These lecture notes give a brief introduction to logic, with including the resolution method of theorem-proving and its relation to the programming language Prolog. Formal logic is used for specifying and verifying computer systems.
(submitted on 2010-03-09)

Micro Electronic and Mechanical Systems
by Kenichi Takahata - Sciyo.com
This book discusses key aspects and latest research developments in micro electronic and mechanical systems. The book addresses issues related to MEMS, advanced MOS and CMOS devices, SoC technology, integrated circuit testing and verification, etc.
(submitted on 2010-03-09)

LINUX: Rute User's Tutorial and Exposition
by Paul Sheer - Prentice Hall PTR
In-depth, real-world coverage of every key aspect of system administration: user management, security, networking, Internet services, package management, C programming, kernel compilation, hardware configuration, and much more.
(submitted on 2010-03-09)

Calculus Made Easy
by Silvanus P. Thompson - The MacMillan Company
A book for the mathematically eager who know some algebra. First published in 1910, overall a million copies have been sold. Most talk of continuum and its infinities is suppressed. A remarkable and user-friendly approach to the study of calculus.
(submitted on 2010-03-09)

Paleoceanography
by Edward Boyle - MIT OpenCourseWare
This text examines ideas related to past climate changes as seen in marine, ice core, and continental records. The most recent climate changes are emphasized. Quantitative tools for the examination of paleoceanographic data are introduced.
(submitted on 2010-03-09)

Relativity Without Tears
by Z. K. Silagadze - arXiv
The author argues in favor of logical instead of historical trend in teaching of relativity and that special relativity is neither paradoxical nor correct, but the most natural description of the real space-time valid for all practical purposes.
(submitted on 2010-03-08)

PC Architecture
by Michael Karbo - karbosguide.dk
This guide is written in easy language and contains a lot of illustrations. The author would like to give you enough insight into and confidence about your PC's workings that you would dare to upgrade your PC, or build your next PC yourself.
(submitted on 2010-03-08)

The Last Galley: Impressions and Tales
by Arthur Conan Doyle - eBooks@Adelaide
The drama of events from the past is captured in this collection of short stories. From the last desperate moments of a stricken Carthaginian galley to mutiny on board a pirate ship, Conan Doyle captures the excitement and color of the age.
(submitted on 2010-03-08)

Basic Concepts: The Methodology of the Social Sciences
by Johann Mouton, H.C. Marais - HSRC Press
This is one of the leading methodology textbooks in South African tertiary education. It provides an introduction to the fundamental concept of social science research, and complements books on specific research methods and techniques.
(submitted on 2010-03-08)

Origin of the Moon
by W. K. Hartmann, R. J. Phillips, G. J. Taylor - Lunar and Planetary Institute
Contents: History; Dynamical Constraints; Geochemical Constraints; Geophysical Constraints; Theories and Processes of Origin: Lunar Formation Involving Capture or Fission; Lunar Formation Triggered by Large Impact; and more.
(submitted on 2010-03-08)