Alan Isaacs

The Survival of God in the Scientific Age

A splendid reference to the observations of hundreds of authors. Two thousand quotations are presented in 50 sections--each of which begins with wise and witty introductory remarks. Distributed in the US by Sterling Publishing Co. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

A Thematic Dictionary of Quotations

Sex and Sexuality

David Butler

Brian Butler

Now thoroughly updated and expanded, this second edition will be invaluable for reference in the office, at college, or at home. The comprehensive range of entries covering the whole field of finance and banking will make it an essential item for both students and professionals, while theclarity and coverage of personal finance also make it the most accessible dictionary for personal investors. 3000 authoritative entries on every aspect of the financial world; international coverage of the world's important financial centres; personal finance, from investments, pensions andtaxation.

A Dictionary of Finance and Banking

Providing straight forward definitions and up-to-date information on all aspects of physics, this invaluable dictionary also covers key terms from mathematics, astrophysics, metallurgy, electronics, and physical chemistry. Many new terms have been added for this edition, particularly in the fields of nuclear and particle physics, quantum theory, and solid state physics. Over 2,700 entries; fully up to date; concise definitions together with helpful background information; cross-references and tables.

A Concise Dictionary of Physics

John Daintith

Valerie Pitt

Articles introduce some of the basic principles, notable individuals, and important inventions and applications of the earth and physical sciences.

The Hamlyn Junior Science Encyclopedia

Elizabeth Martin

This dictionary provides scientists, science writers, and all who work in scientific publishing with a clear and concise style guide for the presentation of scientific information. Reflecting widely accepted usage and following the recommendations of such international scientific bodies as IUPAC and IUPAP, the dictionary offers guidance on spelling (UK and US), punctuation, abbreviations, prefixes and suffixes, units and quantities, symbols, biological nomenclature, and the spelling of scientists' names. There are over 9,500 entries covering a wide range of scientific subjects including physics, chemistry, botany, zoology, genetics, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, astronomy, mathematics, and computer science. The extensive tables at the end of the dictionary cover the electromagnetic spectrum, graphic and letter symbols in electronics, geological timescales, mathematical symbols, the periodic table of the elements, SI units, and the Greek alphabet. It will ensure up-to-date and consistent style for all scientific material intended for publication

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