-Titulo Original : Control System Design An Introduction To State-space Methods (dover Books On Electrical Engineering)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Addressed not only to students but also to professional engineers and scientists, this volume introduces state-space methods for direct applications to control system design, in addition to providing background for reading the periodical literature. Its presentation, therefore, is suitable both for those who require methods for achieving results and those more interested in using results than in proving them. Topics include feedback control; state-space representation of dynamic systems and dynamics of linear systems; frequency-domain analysis; controllability and observability; and shaping the dynamic response. Additional subjects encompass linear observers; compensator design by the separation principle; linear, quadratic optimum control; random processes; and Kalman filters. Concrete examples of how state-space methods can be used to advantage in several representative applications are woven into the fabric of the text and the homework problems. Many of the models are drawn from aerospace and inertial instrumentation; other examples are derived from chemical process control, maritime operations, robotics, and energy systems...

-Titulo Original : Strength Of Materials (dover Books On Physics)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Among introductory texts on the strength of materials, this work is particularly distinguished. It was originally developed by Professor Den Hartog to meet the needs of engineering students at M.I.T. for a sound yet lucid first course in strength of materials. As such it has also enjoyed wide popularity in engineering schools throughout the world. But the book was remarkable in a number of other ways, so that it has become one of the favorite refresher and reference works for engineers as well as a popular self-study text. Perhaps the chief reason for this is that in addition to all the customary elementary material on the subject (i.e., clear instructions to the fundamentals of tension, torsion, bending, compound stresses, deflection of beams, etc.) it also contains a considerable amount of more advanced material concerning methods of great practical value to working engineers which are not usually included in introductory texts. This material is presented in starred sections (which may be omitted on a first reading without interrupting the flow of the presentation) and includes a full treatment of the Mohr circle and its application to the determination of moments of inertia and strains as well as stresses; a lucid elementary presentation of the theory of the center of shear; and one of the few elementary presentations of the theory of the center of shear; and one of the few elementary discussions of the Myosotis method of calculating beam deflections, a method which often possesses considerable advantages over the more usual methods involving moment-area or the differential equation of bending. Other material not usually found in elementary texts but which are frequently of great value to the practicing engineer are the discussions of the statically indeterminate truss, reinforced concrete, plastic deformations, thick-walled cylinders, thick curved bars, Maxwells Reciprocal Theorem, and photoelasticity. In all sections, both general principles and concrete applications are given. Another feature which readers have found unusually helpful is the 85-page section of 350 problems which gives the student practice in techniques and further illustrates applications. All problems are complete with answers. About the Author J. P. Den Hartog: The Reprint Engineer J. P. Den Hartog (1901-1989), who taught for most of his career at MIT, was one of the founders of the Dover reprint program in engineering. As the author of several books that Dover reprinted and still has in print, and as an advisor from the 1950s until just a few years before his death in 1989, Professor Den Hartog gave invaluable advice concerning books of lasting interest and importance in his field. Not many books in engineering have a productive shelf life spanning several decades. Among the exceptions are these four books of Professor Den Hartog, which Dover reprinted and occasionally revised in later printings from 1961 through 1987: Mechanics, 1961, Strength of Materials, 1961, Mechanical Vibrations, 1985, and Advanced Strength of Materials, 1987. Still widely read and cited by authors in these areas, Den Hartogs books are a tribute to his gift for exposition and clarity. The J. P. Den Hartog Award, established in 1987, is presented in recognition of lifetime contributions to the teaching and practice of vibration engineering...

-Titulo Original : Mathematical Handbook For Scientists And Engineers Definitions, Theorems, And Formulas For Reference And Review (dover Civil And Mechanical Engineering)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Anyone whose work involves mathematics and its methodology - especially engineers and scientists - will appreciate this authoritative handbook, which provides convenient access to information from every area of mathematics. A reliable source of helpful definitions, theorems, and formulas, it features an easy-to-follow format outlining mathematical methods for speedy, accurate solutions to the most demanding problems. Among the topics covered are Fourier transforms, z transforms, linear and nonlinear programming, calculus of variations, random-process theory, special functions, combinatorial analysis, numerical methods, game theory, and much more. By concisely tabulating related formulas and omitting proofs, the authors have packed a remarkably large amount of material into a single, handy volume. Appropriate introductions, notes, and cross-references appear throughout the text, showing the interrelations of various topics and their significance to science and engineering. Illustrated throughout with numerous figures and tables, this volume represents a valuable resource for both students and professionals...

-Titulo Original : Mechanical Vibrations (dover Civil And Mechanical Engineering)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: This classic textbook by J. P. Den Hartog, retired professor of mechanical engineering at MIT, reflects the authors unique ability to combine the scholarly insight of a distinguished scientist with the practical, problem-solving orientation of an experienced industrial engineer. Although mathematics plays a role in the subject, Den Hartog employs the simplest possible mathematical approaches. His lucid explanations of complex problems are presented in a direct style and supported by illustrative models. Numerous figures in the text enhance its value as a basic foundation in a field which Den Hartog calls a necessary tool for almost every mechanical engineer. The author examines such topics as the kinematics of vibration (including harmonic motions and non-harmonic periodic motions), degrees of freedom, gyroscopic effects, relaxation oscillations, Rayleighs method, natural frequencies of torsional vibration, Karman vortices, and systems with variable elasticity. Drawing on his experience as an engineer in private industry and in the U.S. Navys Bureau of Ships, Den Hartog applies theory to practice, discussing the effects of vibrations on turbines, electrical machines, helicopter rotors and airplane wings, diesel engines and electrical transmission lines.As a special aid to classroom work or self-study, this practical text includes an extensive selection of 233 problems and answers that test the students mastery of every section of the book. In addition, a highly useful Appendix contains A Collection of Formulas for determining the load per inch deflection of linear springs, the load per radian rotation of rotational springs, the natural frequencies of simple systems, the longitudinal and torsional vibration of uniform beams, the transverse or bending vibrations of uniform beams, and the vibrations of rings, membranes, and plates.When Mechanical Vibrations was first published in 1934, it was a pioneering work in a field which had just been introduced in Americas technical schools. In fact, the author wrote it to assist him in teaching the subject at Harvard. During the life of the book, he says, from 1934 on, the art and science of engineering has grown at an astonishing rate and the subject of vibration has expanded with it. Professor Den Hartogs constant revisions have kept his book at the forefront of this vital subject, as useful today as its earlier versions were to students of the past. About the Author J. P. Den Hartog: The Reprint Engineer J. P. Den Hartog (1901-1989), who taught for most of his career at MIT, was one of the founders of the Dover reprint program in engineering. As the author of several books that Dover reprinted and still has in print, and as an advisor from the 1950s until just a few years before his death in 1989, Professor Den Hartog gave invaluable advice concerning books of lasting interest and importance in his field. Not many books in engineering have a productive shelf life spanning several decades. Among the exceptions are these four books of Professor Den Hartog, which Dover reprinted and occasionally revised in later printings from 1961 through 1987: Mechanics, 1961, Strength of Materials, 1961, Mechanical Vibrations, 1985, and Advanced Strength of Materials, 1987. Still widely read and cited by authors in these areas, Den Hartogs books are a tribute to his gift for exposition and clarity. The J. P. Den Hartog Award, established in 1987, is presented in recognition of lifetime contributions to the teaching and practice of vibration engineering...

-Titulo Original : Kinetic Theory Of Gases (dover Books On Chemistry)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Written by a former Princeton University professor specializing in the thermal properties of matter, this monograph and text was designed for first-year students of physical chemistry who require further details of kinetic theory. The treatment focuses chiefly on the molecular basis of important thermodynamic properties of gases, including pressure, temperature, and thermal energy. Extended and often quite elementary presentations of abstract basic concepts offer students the opportunity to grasp the essentials of modern physical chemistry. Thermodynamic and molecular theories of heat are developed side by side, so that thermodynamic theory is constantly illuminated and enhanced by molecular theory. Topics include equations of state of gases and empirical gases, the molecular explanation of the equations of state, and the molecular theory of the thermal energy and heat capacity of a gas. Additional subjects include the distribution of molecular velocities in a gas as well as molecular collisions and the transport properties of gases. Numerous exercises, many of them partially worked out, help students internalize concepts and illustrate practical uses and special applications. End-of-chapter problems offer further reinforcement. About the Author Walter Kauzmann was an American chemist, Professor Emeritus, and longtime Chairman of the Chemistry Department at Princeton University. He was noted for his work in both physical chemistry and biochemistry, most particularly for an insight into the nature of supercooled liquids now known as Kauzmanns Paradox...

-Titulo Original : Old-time Bunny Rabbit Stickers 23 Full-color Pressure-sensitive Designs (dover Stickers)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Loads of long-eared cottontails - wearing top hats, popping out of eggs, offering floral bouquets and more - for decorative projects the year round...

-Titulo Original : Making Birdhouses Easy And Advanced Projects (dover Woodworking)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: This practical guide for building birdhouses contains plans for more than fifty attractive and useful structures - from a one-room house for bluebirds to a forty-two-room structure for purple martins. In addition to instructions and diagrams for constructing houses for such avian varieties as robins, wrens and chickadees, the easy-to-follow text also provides suggestions for feeding devices, bird house materials, methods of finishing exteriors, and winter care for birds. An authoritative, how-to book that will appeal to beginning and veteran woodcrafters alike, Making Birdhouses also features a supplement with easy projects for novices - among them simple structures for woodpeckers, a box for robins, and an “A-frame” for nuthatches. Plans for houses made from such common objects as gourds, a flower pot, tin cans, and an old lantern are also included. Detailed instructions and diagrams assure successful completion of projects that will satisfy builders as well as their feathered friends...

-Titulo Original : Quilters Complete Guide-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: The perfect book for both beginners and those wishing to brush up on their skills, this definitive guide takes readers from the basics of choosing and cutting fabric to placing the finishing touches on their handmade quilts. Hundreds of full-color photos, charts, and diagrams accompany lessons on quilting styles - hand, machine, trapunto, and applique - and instructions for assembly, plus a wealth of patterns and sewing tips. The first section, the Quiltmaking Primer, covers not only the basics but also the principles of simple pattern drafting, quilt planning, settings, and edge finishes, plus quick-cutting and quick-piecing methods. Clear, precise instructions explain techniques. This section includes a brief history of the craft, a description of tools and supplies, and a discussion of fabric and color. The second section, Beyond Basic Quiltmaking, features special approaches for more challenging patterns. A chapter on borders, settings, and sashing treatments explains how to transform a simple pattern into an extraordinary quilt. Final chapters provide advice on the display, care, and collecting of quilts, along with a glossary of terms. Written by two of Americas most trusted quilters, Quilters Complete Guide offers valuable instruction in the art of quiltmaking and introduces a hobby that will prove to be a lasting pleasure. About the Author Marianne Fons and Liz Porter met in a beginners quilting class in Winterset, Iowa, in 1976. After the class, they started a quilters club, and as they learned skills together, people asked them to provide workshops on how to quilt. Theyve always worked together to teach their classes to boost their confidence, especially early on when they were just learning themselves. Together, theyve written more than two dozen books over the years, and Quilters Complete Guide is one of their most successful. They continue to write and teach, traveling the world to workshops and quilting symposiums...

-Titulo Original : Woodcraft And Camping-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: One of Americas most famous woodsmen and nature experts provides classic instructions for roughing it. His advice covers camping, hiking, building a fire, cooking out, shelters, tools and equipment, hunting and fishing, canoeing, and more. Useful, specific information and suggestions on all aspects of woodcraft. - Moor and Mountain...

-Titulo Original : Old-time Cherubs Stickers (dover Stickers)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Thirty-eight charming full-color illustrations of engaging celestial creatures: playing musical instruments, carrying special messages, and more...

-Titulo Original : Stained Glass Pattern Book 88 Designs For Workable Projects (dover Stained Glass Instruction)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: This book contains 88 designs for stained glass, all of them worthy of the serious crafters time and effort. The styles range from medieval interlacements, through the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, up to designs with a modern feel. The level is intermediate to advanced, although the beginner, by taking extra care, can work many of the patterns. Most will easily expand for full-size panels, mirror surrounds, or other decorative work.These patterns offer suitable challenges to both the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of workers in stained glass. As a sourcebook for direct use or for inspiration, this volume will be a welcome addition to any stained glass workshop...

-Titulo Original : Garden Flowers Iron-on Transfer Patterns (dover Iron-on Transfer Patterns)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Here is an outstanding collection of 49 beautiful royalty-free floral patterns ready to provide the all-important starting point for your next needlework or craft project, whether you plan to embroider designs on a tablecloth, applique a cushion, or decorate a chair back. Simply remove the specially treated transfer pattern from the book, place it exactly where you wish it to appear on your fabric or other medium, press it with a warm iron, and the design will appear neatly in place, ready for you to begin work!Varying in size from big, bold hollyhocks and tiger lilies to smaller, more delicate sprigs of spring snowflakes and periwinkles, and including such specialties as a spray of daffodils and a basket of mixed flowers, the designs may be applied to fabrics, wood, and most flat surfaces that absorb ink. Step-by-step instructions show you how to transfer a design (which may be reused several times) quickly and easily onto linens, clothing, wall hangings, cushions, furniture, and much more. From the Back Cover Here is an outstanding collection of 49 beautiful royalty-free floral patterns ready to provide the all-important starting point for your next needlework or craft project, whether you plan to embroider designs on a tablecloth, applique a cushion, or decorate a chair back. Simply remove the specially treated transfer pattern from the book, place it exactly where you wish it to appear on your fabric or other medium, press it with a warm iron, and the design will appear neatly in place, ready for you to begin work!Varying in size from big, bold hollyhocks and tiger lilies to smaller, more delicate sprigs of spring snowflakes and periwinkles, and including such specialties as a spray of daffodils and a basket of mixed flowers, the designs may be applied to fabrics, wood, and most flat surfaces that absorb ink. Step-by-step instructions show you how to transfer a design (which may be reused several times) quickly and easily onto linens, clothing, wall hangings, cushions, furniture, and much more...

-Titulo Original : Creative Haven Happy Hour! A Wine, Beer, And Cocktails Coloring Book (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: These 31 unique and fun illustrations will add color to any happy hour! A collection of cocktail art includes lots of popular adult drinks from a Bloody Mary and a Cosmopolitan to a Tequila Sunrise and a Whiskey Sour. Interesting handwritten trivia appears within the art, and the recipes are printed on the back of each page. Pages are perforated and designs are printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Happy Hour! and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. From the Back Cover Color Your Own Classic CocktailsThese 31 unique and fun illustrations will add color to any happy hour! A collection of cocktail art includes lots of popular adult drinks from a Bloody Mary and a Cosmopolitan to a Tequila Sunrise and a Zombie. Interesting handwritten trivia appears within the art, and the recipes are printed on the back of each page. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Creative Haven® coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment.Perforated pages printed on one side only for easy removal and display.Find your true colors with Creative Haven® and hundreds of other coloring books: About the Author Suzanne Anoushian was raised in a family of art directors and designers. Her love affair with design and illustration began at an early age, at the High School of Art and Design in New York City, then Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and continues in her current roles of practicing professional and educator. She began her professional career in advertising, as an art director at Doyle Dane Bernbach and Marsteller Advertising in New York. In 1979, she established Suzanne Anoushian Design, specializing in graphic design and illustrative services for a number of clients, primarily in the food-related area of public relations - some of which remain active clients today.Ms. Anoushian has also had a long career in higher education spanning more than 25 years at Fashion Institute of Technology, Parsons School of Design and Pratt Institute. She has taught both traditional classroom and distance learning classes, and she has written curriculum in graphic, advertising, and packaging design. She currently serves as Assistant Professor and Chair of the Communication Design Department at FIT...

-Titulo Original : Creative Haven Butterfly Mandalas Coloring Book Relaxing Illustrations For Adult Colorists (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Thirty-one illustrations to color combine two of the most beautiful aspects of nature - flowers and butterflies - with the peaceful qualities of mandalas. Adult colorists can enjoy a contemplative experience while adding their own style to these circular designs of intertwining butterflies and blossoms. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Butterfly Mandalas and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress...

-Titulo Original : The Ego And The Id (dover Thrift Editions Psychology)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: All human behaviors and traits, according to this 1923 study, derive from the complicated interactions of three elements of the psyche: the id, the ego, and the superego. The root of Sigmund Freuds approach to psychiatric treatment resides in bringing the id, the hidden source of human passion, to the surface. The ego - formed to negotiate the ids interactions with reality - and the superego - the critical, moralistic part of the mind - remain in constant conflict with the ids demands. Although the concept of the unconscious was not Freuds own invention, he brought it into popular awareness and pioneered its use in treating mental conditions. This groundbreaking volume constitutes one of the Viennese physicians most insightful works on the topic. In addition to positing the balancing act between the id, ego, and superego, Freud further explores the concepts of the life force and the death force, and the anxieties driven by fear, morality, and guilt. About the Author The Father of Psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) ranks among the most important figures in Western psychology. He is responsible for the theories of parapraxis (Freudian slips), dreams as wish fulfillment, the Oedipus complex, repression, the unconscious mind, and other concepts...

-Titulo Original : Creative Haven Vintage Flower Seed Packets Coloring Book (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Captivating reproductions of 31 authentic flower seed packets from the early 20th century offer colorists a world of nostalgic charm. Meticulously re-created black-and-white renderings include carnations, petunias, nasturtiums, dahlias, poppies, and 26 other blossoms. Color images of the original packets appear on the inside covers. Illustrations are printed on one side of the perforated pages for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Vintage Flower Seed Packets and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. About the Author An extremely gifted and versatile artist, Marty Noble is one of Dovers bestselling illustrators. She is the creator of dozens of Creative Haven® coloring books for adults, including such top titles as Art Nouveau Animal Designs and Celestial Mandalas...

-Titulo Original : Creative Haven Delicious Whimsy A Wordplay Coloring Book (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Foodies will savor these 31 fun-to-color, mouthwatering word designs. Unique and playful illustrations feature the shapes of food items formed by a variety of related terms. Images include an ice cream cone, pancakes, pizza, a cupcake, a hamburger, fries, and more. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Delicious Whimsy and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. About the Author Jessica Mazurkiewiczs graphic illustrations can be seen in books and magazines, as well as on clothing and dinnerware. The Vermont native is the author of several Dover titles, including Abstractions and Coral Reef Stained Glass Coloring Book....

-Titulo Original : Civilization And Its Discontents (dover Thrift Editions Psychology)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: The struggle between the urgencies of instinct and the restrictions of civilization is addressed throughout the works of Sigmund Freud, and in Civilization and Its Discontents the theme is developed with particular richness and depth. This famous study explores the guilt that arises when personal desires clash with social norms, and it examines attempts to reconcile the conflict. In a sense, such guilt is among civilizations building blocks, keeping aggressive and selfish instincts within bounds. But it can also be a source of great frustration, and Freud examines at length many ways of dealing with guilt, from artistic and scientific pursuits to abuse of drink and drugs. The great psychologist offers revealing insights into the motivation behind human behavior as well as the evolution of many social institutions. This seminal study reveals the struggles to resolve conflicts and cast off guilt as spurs to the growth of civilization and culture. About the Author The Father of Psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) ranks among the most important figures in Western psychology. He is responsible for the theories of parapraxis (Freudian slips), dreams as wish fulfillment, the Oedipus complex, repression, the unconscious mind, and other concepts...

-Titulo Original : The Expression Of The Emotions In Man And Animals-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: In this highly readable study, one of the great pioneers of modern science examines how people and animals display varieties of emotions via their facial expressions. British naturalist Charles Darwin - who expounded the theory of evolution by natural selection, the principle that launched a scientific revolution - based this survey on his personal observations. Most of his findings were proven by later research, and todays behavioral scientists continue to draw upon this work for both knowledge and inspiration. A bestseller when it was first published in 1872, Darwins inquiry addresses issues related to human origins and psychology in terms of evolutionary values. His methods include the study of facial expressions in infants and children, the insane, animals, painting and sculpture, and among people in different cultures. Also notable is the fact that this is one of the first books to employ photographs in the interests of science. Abounding in anecdotes and literary quotations, the work offers a direct approach that makes it accessible to professionals and amateurs alike - in fact, to anyone with an inquiring mind. About the Author Charles Darwin was born in England in 1809 and attended the University of Edinburgh to study medicine. When he decided against that vocation, he enrolled at Cambridge where he earned a degree in theology. During an expedition to Africa and South America, Darwin continued his studies in natural science and began writing about his theories of natural selection. His work led to the publication of On the Origin of Species, a book that changed the world. Charles Darwin: Original Thinking Each generation of students comes to Darwins epoch-making works, several of which are the basis of our publishing program in biology and related fields: The Essential Darwin, 2006; The Descent of Man, 2010; The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals, 2006; and On the Origin of the Species, 2006. In the Authors Own Words: A mathematician is a blind man in a dark room looking for a black cat which isnt there. I feel most deeply that this whole question of Creation is too profound for human intellect. A dog might as well speculate on the mind of Newton! Let each man hope and believe what he can. Ignorance more frequently begets confidence than does knowledge: it is those who know little, not those who know much, who so positively assert that this or that problem will never be solved by science. There is grandeur in this view of life, with its several powers, having been originally breathed into a few forms or into one; and that, whilst this planet has gone cycling on according to the fixed law of gravity, from so simple a beginning endless forms most beautiful and most wonderful have been, and are being, evolved. Man with all his noble qualities, with sympathy which feels for the most debased, with benevolence which extends not only to other men but to the humblest living creature, with his god-like intellect which has penetrated into the movements and constitution of the solar system - with all these exalted powers - Man still bears in his bodily frame the indelible stamp of his lowly origin. - Charles Darwi...

-Titulo Original : Adult Coloring Romantic Country Scenes Coloring Book (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: From wishing wells and picnic settings to scenes of canoes on a quiet lake and a bicycle built for two, these illustrations show that romance is in the air! Thirty-one charming illustrations reflect the idyllic qualities of country life and provide colorists with hours of artistic fulfillment. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Romantic Country Scenes and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. About the Author Teresa Elizabeth Goodridge is a freelance artist based in Yorkshire, England. She adores children and loves illustrating childrens books, games, cards, and toys. Teresa specializes in character development and has designed dozens of paper-based products for numerous companies...

-Titulo Original : The Crowd A Study Of The Popular Mind-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: One of the most influential works of social psychology in history, The Crowd was highly instrumental in creating this field of study by analyzing, in detail, mass behavior. The book had a profound impact not only on Freud but also on such twentieth-century masters of crowd control as Hitler and Mussolini - both of whom may have used its observations as a guide to stirring up popular passions. In the authors words, The masses have never thirsted after the truth. Whoever can supply them with illusions is easily their master; whoever attempts to destroy their illusions is always their victim. Although the volume focuses on crowd psychology, it is also brilliantly instructive on the effects of the generally accepted beliefs of a nations citizenry on the processes of history. Among the topics covered here are general characteristics and mental unity of the crowd; the crowds sentiments and morality; its ideas, reasoning power, and imagination; opinions and beliefs of crowds and the means used by leaders to persuade; classification of crowds, including criminal and electrical assemblages, as well as the functioning of criminal juries and parliamentary assemblies. A must-read volume for students of history, sociology, law, and psychology, The Crowd will also be invaluable to politicians, statesmen, investors, and marketing managers. Any study of crowd behavior, popular psychology, fascism, etc. would do well to begin with Le Bons work. - Anson Rabinbach, Professor of History, Princeton University. Review Insightful for its apprehension of the primitive nature of crowds.....

-Titulo Original : Adult Coloring Native American Designs Coloring Book (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Dreamcatchers, kachina dolls, and animals of all kinds are celebrated in this stunning collection of images inspired by Native American art. Colorists will be mesmerized by the feathers, arrows, geometric patterns, and other motifs that accent the 31 illustrations, many of which feature an intricate frame. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Native American Designs and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. About the Author One of Dovers most gifted and versatile artists, Marty Noble is the creator of over 200 Dover titles, including regular and stained glass coloring books, stickers, tattoos, stencils, and more. Marty has also expertly rendered the art for most of the Color Your Own . . . series, and she is the talent behind many Creative Haven coloring books, including such best-selling titles as Art Nouveau Animal Designs, Steampunk Fashions, and Celestial Mandalas...

-Titulo Original : Creative Haven Wizard Of Oz Designs Coloring Book Relax & Find Your True Colors (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Look behind the curtain for one of the most wonderful adult coloring books ever! You can bring Dorothy and her friends - and some foes - to life with beloved scenes inspired by the classic book, featuring richly detailed repeat patterns, mandalas, collage designs, and more. Illustrations are printed on one side of the perforated pages for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Wizard of Oz Designs and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. About the Author One of Dovers most gifted and versatile artists, Marty Noble is the creator of over 200 Dover items, including regular and stained glass books, stickers, tattoos, stencils, CD-ROMs, and more. Marty has also expertly re-created the art for most of the Color Your Own . . . series...

-Titulo Original : Creative Haven Elegant Angels Coloring Book (creative Haven Coloring Books)-Fabricante : Dover Publications-Descripcion Original: Colorists will find themselves captivated by these 31 exquisite illustrations. Set against gorgeously detailed backgrounds, the divine beauties are depicted in a variety of poses that range from flying through an enchanted landscape to sitting among a group of forest animals. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Angels and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. About the Author One of Dovers most gifted and versatile artists, Marty Noble is the creator of over 200 Dover items, including regular and stained glass books, stickers, tattoos, stencils, CD-ROMs, and more. Marty has also expertly re-created the art for most of the Color Your Own . . . series and dozens of our bestselling Creative Haven coloring books...