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The Visual Display of Quantitative Information Edward R. Tufte · 1983 · ★ 4.4 · 197p · ≈ 6h · Moderate The classic book on statistical graphics, charts, tables. Theory and practice in the design of data graphics, 250 illustrations of the best (and a few of the worst) statistical graphics, with detailed analysis of how to display data for precise, effective, quick analysis. Design of the high-resolution displays, small multiples. Editing and improving graphics. The data-ink ratio. Time-series,… Shares: Statistics, Science

Progress in optics Emil Wolf · 1963 · ★ 5.0 Principles of Optics is one of the most highly cited and most influential physics books ever published, and one of the classic science books of the twentieth century. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of this remarkable book's first publication, the seventh expanded edition has been reprinted with a special foreword by Sir Peter Knight. The seventh edition was the first thorough revision and… Shares: Physics, Science

30-Second Coding Mark Steadman · 2021 The successful 30-Second series tackles coding, the science of programming the technology which operates in almost every aspect of modern life.  Computer code operates behind nearly everything we do – from small calculations in the home to complex executions that drive the global economy. It influences who we see, follow, and like online and describes the websites we visit, the… Shares: Mathematics, Science

The Nation's report card Anthony D. Lutkus · 2001 · 30p · ≈ 1h · Moderate Shares: Statistics, Science

Göttingische Gelehrte Anzeigen Königliche Gesellschaft der Wissenschaften zu Göttingen · 1808 · 736p · ≈ 24h · Demanding [Deutsch] Die 1739 gegründete Zeitschrift „Göttingische Gelehrte Anzeigen“ ist die älteste noch bestehende Rezensions- und Literaturzeitschrift in deutscher Sprache. [English] The periodical “Göttingische Gelehrte Anzeigen”, founded in 1739, is the oldest existing review and literary magazine in German language. Verlauf/Course: 1. 1739–1752 “Göttingische Zeitungen von gelehrten Sachen”. 2.… Shares: Physics, Mathematics, Science

Advances in Chemical Physics Stuart A. Rice · 2007 · 370p · ≈ 12h · Moderate The Advances in Chemical Physics series provides the chemical physics field with a forum for critical, authoritative evaluations of advances in every area of the discipline. This volume explores the following topics: Thermodynamic Perturbation Theory for Associating Molecules Path Integrals and Effective Potentials in the Study of Monatomic Fluids at Equilibrium Sponteneous Symmetry Breaking in… Shares: Physics, Science

Progress in Optics Emil Wolf · 1970 · 422p · ≈ 14h · Moderate Principles of Optics is one of the most highly cited and most influential physics books ever published, and one of the classic science books of the twentieth century. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of this remarkable book's first publication, the seventh expanded edition has been reprinted with a special foreword by Sir Peter Knight. The seventh edition was the first thorough revision and… Shares: Physics, Science

Cours de philosophie positive Auguste Comte · 1800 · ★ 3.2 · 260p · ≈ 8h · Challenging Auguste Comte publie de 1830 à 1842 son Cours de philosophie positive, dont les quatre volumes constituent un système philosophique englobant l’ensemble des branches de la connaissance, parmi lesquelles la science ultime, la nouvelle « physique sociale », ou « sociologie », qui envisage de manière globale l’évolution de l’esprit humain. Shares: Mathematics, Science

The ABC of atoms Bertrand Russell · 1923 · ★ 3.8 · 155p · ≈ 5h · Challenging The British philosopher, logician and social reformer Bertrand Russell was a founding figure of the analytic movement in Western philosophy. His contributions to logic, epistemology and the philosophy of mathematics established him as one of the twentieth century’s foremost philosophers. Russell was also a fierce campaigner for peace and championed anti-imperialism and chaired the India League.… Shares: Physics, Science

Physical science Bill W. Tillery · 1991 · ★ 3.3 · 707p · ≈ 23h · Moderate top: diagram of the structure of the Earth including its atmosphere in Earth sciences and a diamond cuboctahedron in materials science Shares: Physics, Science

Meaning of Relativity Albert Einstein · 1945 · 192p · ≈ 6h · Challenging pages cm Shares: Physics, Science

Science and the human temperament Erwin Schrödinger · 1935 · 223p · ≈ 7h · Challenging Shares: Physics, Science

Time for Kids Almanac 2004 Beth Rowen · 2001 · ★ 4.0 · 360p · ≈ 12h · Moderate A revised-format latest edition of a favorite annual reference incorporates new features, photos and interactive digital content covering subjects ranging from the 2016 presidential election and award winners to sports stats and space exploration. Shares: Statistics, Science

College physics Randall Dewey Knight · 2006 · ★ 3.8 · 1104p · ≈ 36h · Moderate Building on the research-proven instructional techniques introduced in Knight's Physics for Scientists and Engineers, the most widely adopted new physics text in more than 30 years, College Physics: A Strategic Approach set a new standard for algebra-based introductory physics--gaining widespread critical acclaim from professors and students alike. For the Second Edition, Randy Knight, Brian… Shares: Physics, Science

The Book of R Tilman M. Davies · 2016 · 832p · ≈ 27h · Moderate The Book of R is a comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide to R, the world’s most popular programming language for statistical analysis. Even if you have no programming experience and little more than a grounding in the basics of mathematics, you’ll find everything you need to begin using R effectively for statistical analysis.You’ll start with the basics, like how to handle data and write simple… Shares: Statistics, Science

Über die spezielle und die allgemeine Relativitätstheorie Albert Einstein · 1917 · ★ 4.2 · 164p · ≈ 5h · Challenging Einstein's own explanation of his theory for those who do not have a mathematical background and are unfamiliar with physics. Shares: Physics, Science

Solid State Physics Frederick Seitz · 1956 · ★ 4.1 · 497p · ≈ 16h · Moderate Solid-state physics is the study of rigid matter, or solids, through methods such as solid-state chemistry, quantum mechanics, crystallography, electromagnetism, and metallurgy. It is the largest branch of condensed matter physics. Solid-state physics studies how the large-scale properties of solid materials result from their atomic-scale properties. Thus, solid-state physics forms a theoretical… Shares: Physics, Science

The Professional Chef's Techniques of Healthy Cooking Culinary Institute of America. · 1993 · 585p · ≈ 19h · Moderate "Eat healthfully and live longer. Its good advice. Americans have taken this information to heart, changing their lifestyles to include more exercise and a better diet as part of the new interest in wellness. But as lifestyles change and people eat more healthfully the professional chef and home cook are faced with an even greater challenge: how to create dramatic, flavorful dishes while limiting… Shares: Statistics, Mathematics

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