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Paperback. Condición: New. 2022 ed. 150 years ago, in 1869, D. I. Mendeleev and L. Meyer independently published their ideas on the arrangement of the chemical elements in a periodic system. The United Nations and UNESCO therefore declared 2019 the "International Year of the Periodic Table". The question arises, what is so special about this "simple table"? Join the author on a short journey to the history of the periodic table. Learn about its predecessors and look at how the periodic table of elements has evolved over the years. Discover the periodic properties of the elements. Learn what makes the periodic table so interesting and timeless, and see what other ideas there are and have been for representing it.The Author:Torsten Schmiermund has been working as a chemical technician in the chemical industry for many years.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2023. Goerg Michler summarizes the large field of electron microscopy and clearly presents the different techniques. The author clearly describes the possible applications of microscopy and the requirements for specimen preparation. He illustrates the descriptions with picture examples from practice.The Author:Prof. Dr. rer. nat. habil. Goerg H. Michler was head of the Institute for Materials Science at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, is honorary chairman of the Institute for Polymer Materials e.V. and chairman of the Heinz Bethge Foundation for Applied Electron Microscopy.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2023. The healing effects of the forest in integrative therapy are the focus of this book. Special emphasis is placed on teaching active forest life exercises that can be used in therapeutic practice in individual and group settings. In addition, the application as a prescription in the context of therapeutic interventions is demonstrated and the importance of increasing the inclusion of forest life in the case history is clarified. The attitude of complex mindfulness and lived integrative ecopsychosomatics open up possibilities of a care for the world in a time of alienation from nature with a simultaneous longing for nature; the commitment to the preservation of nature strengthens an experience of solidarity and is at the same time effective self-care.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2022. In this essential, Josef Gochermann provides a compendium of the essential elements of technology management and answers ten important questions on how to identify new technologies, properly evaluate relevant technologies, recognize opportunities and risks in time, and position yourself for technological success. He shows how to use technologies beneficially, make relevant technologies available at the right time, recognize the end of a technology's performance in time, and plan the use of technologies strategically and for the future.

Paperback. Condición: New. 2. Aufl. 2018. Michael Tomoff präsentiert einen Überblick über die Möglichkeiten, die der neue Wissenschaftszweig der Positiven Psychologie Unternehmen bietet. Der Autor unterstützt auch in der zweiten Auflage dieses mittlerweile zum Bestseller gewordenen Buches Führungskräfte dabei, ihre Arbeit sinnvoll zu bereichern, indem sie sowohl eigene als auch fremde Potenziale entdecken und entfalten. Damit können sie einen Mehrwert für sich, ihre Mitarbeiter und ihre Organisation schaffen.

Paperback. Condición: New. 2024 ed. Why do you lean in a bend? Why does a sprinter slow down before the finish line? Why do golf balls have dimples? Why do you swim better slightly underwater? Why, on a bike, the faster you go, the more stable you are? Why shouldn't you rely on doping tests too much? Is there a law of evolution of records?These are some of the 40 questions that Amandine Aftalion answers in this book using simple physics and mathematics, and some humor. Not only will it allow you to improve yourself in sports, but it will also but it will also give way to understanding how champions do.An easy book to read and the must to have if you are a sports addict or if you watch sports on TV and ask yourself "why?".Amandine Aftalion is a French mathematician. She is a CNRS senior scientist and graduated from École normale supérieure in Paris. She has given talks all over the world, as a specialist of models coming from low temperature physics. She has written a book on vortices in Bose-Einstein condensates. More recently, she has used energy minimization to study an optimal control problem coming from human energy: optimizing running. She has written papers on sports aimed at coaches. Part of her latest results have inspired the first chapter of this book. She is the producer and director of a French YouTube channel for the popularization of mathematics, Videodimath, elected as one of the 5 best French YouTube channels for popular mathematics.

Paperback. Condición: New. 2018 ed. The dangerous decline in vaccinations in many developed countries is at the heart of a lively debate that confirms how important the subject is today. Vaccinations are among mankind's most important scientific discoveries, yet they continue to be viewed with suspicion by part of the public - the victims of disinformation campaigns, instrumentalization and unfounded fears. There is, however, also an evolutionary explanation for these irrational beliefs, and countering the growing social opposition will be extremely difficult without grasping it. This book, which sheds new light on the safety and importance of vaccinations, is intended both for parents and those readers who want to understand the role of vaccinations in contemporary society, where the ease of access to knowledge is both a great opportunity and a great responsibility. The chapters follow a historical progression and conclude with a discussion of the most recent cognitive theories on how to overcome thisopposition to vaccinations.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1. Aufl. 2020. Die Zukunft des Coachings ist spannender denn je. Führungskräfte sollen einen agilen und transformativen Führungsstil einsetzen und gefragt sind Führungskräfte, die Empathie, Authentizität und Beziehungsfähigkeit mitbringen. Das neurowissenschaftlich fundierte Coaching-Format SBEAT® (Strategisch-Behavioral-Emotionsaktivierendes-Training) vermittelt auf eindrückliche Weise, wie diese für Führung zentralen Skills entwickelt und trainiert werden können. Der Schlüssel liegt in gelingender Emotionsregulation. Emotionen sind wichtige Ressourcen. Sie energetisieren unser Handeln. Sie determinieren unser Entscheiden und wirken gravierend auf persönliches Wohlergehen und auf die Beziehungsgestaltung ein. Lernen Sie in diesem essential die Arbeitsweise im SBEAT® kennen. Erfahren Sie, wie schnell und nachhaltig die Arbeit mit Embodiment funktioniert.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1. Aufl. 2016. Regine Hinkelmann stellt ein ADHS-Coaching-Konzept vor, das dazu beitragen soll, Adulte mit ADHS-Symptomen in ihrem lebens- und arbeitsweltlichen Umfeld zu unterstützen und zu stärken. Dazu legt sie einen an der ADHS-Symptomatik orientierten sechsphasigen Prozessverlauf sowie symptomspezifische Interventionen zur Bearbeitung der Kardinalsymptome dar und ordnet diese anhand einer Beschreibung der relevanten Beraterkompetenzen in einen Gesamtkontext ein. Obwohl es sich bei der Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit- und Hyperaktivitätsstörung (ADHS) um eine Symptomatik handelt, die mittlerweile einer breiten Öffentlichkeit bekannt ist, konnten klassische medikamentöse und psychotherapeutische Behandlungsformen das verstärkte Auftreten von ADHS nicht verhindern. Insbesondere im Bereich der Arbeitswelt sehen sich die Betroffenen großen Herausforderungen und Schwierigkeiten ausgesetzt.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1. Aufl. 2019. Nach Abschluss der Datenerhebung im Rahmen einer Doktorarbeit oder einer eigens durchgeführten klinischen Studie stellen sich viele Mediziner oftmals die Frage: Was nun tun mit der Fülle an Daten? Laura Benner, Marietta Kirchner, Johannes Krisam, Kevin Kunzmann und Anja Sander stellen anhand eines Datenbeispiels aus der Onkologie dar, wie man seine Studiendaten unter Kontrolle bringt und planvoll an die statistische Auswertung herangeht. Mithilfe der Statistiksoftware SPSS veranschaulichen sie die einzelnen Schritte einer Datenauswertung und gehen neben der Darstellung von Programmfunktionen in SPSS auch auf die statistische Methodik der Auswertungsschritte und die richtige Interpretation und Einordnung der Ergebnisse ein.Die AutorenAls wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiter des Instituts für Medizinische Biometrie und Informatik der Universität Heidelberg sind alle Autoren permanent damit beschäftigt, durch Statistik die Gesundheit von Menschen und somit auch (ein bisschen) die Welt zu verbessern. Neben alltäglichen statistischen Nöten von Medizinstudenten und Klinikumsmitarbeitern kümmern sie sich zudem noch um universitäre Lehre, Projektarbeit in klinischen Studien und ihre eigenen methodisch-statistischen Forschungsprojekte.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2023. How does chance enter our world? And why is so much not predictable?In an understandable, exciting and amusing narrative, the author takes us into the world of chemistry, quantum physics and biology. Touching on astronomy and philosophy, we witness a rewarding journey of discovery. In the process, he develops a completely new view of chance based on the laws of nature. Here, the omnipresent non-equilibrium plays an extremely decisive role, because it generates the complex structures in our world. Finally, on this basis, he presents an equally simple and captivating hypothesis on the nature of time.This non-fiction book provides a deep insight into the fascination of research, the agonizing search for fundamental understanding, and the struggle for scientific knowledge.

Paperback. Condición: New. The idea of the symposium came during the XVllth General Assembly of the IAU at Montreal. The Working Group on Be stars adopted both the proposal of holding a meeting, and of having it at the Universitats- sternwarte Munich. The meeting was organized under the auspices of IAU Comm. 29 (Stel- lar Spectra) and the sponsorship of Comm. 45 (Stellar Classification). The Scientific Organizing Committee was composed of Mercedes Jaschek (chairman), W. Bonsack, C. de Loore, A. Feinstein, H. G. Groth, P. Harmanec, L. Houziaux, A. M. Hubert-De1p1ace, L. S. Luud, A. Slettebak and A. Underhill. The members of this committee are to be thanked for their devotion to the organization of what turned out to be a very successful meeting. The program was organized on an observational approach, comprising sessions on photometry, polarization, spectroscopy, infrared observations, rotation and binarity, X-ray observations, UV observations and mass loss, and atmospheric models. Each session started with an invited summary paper, followed by a number of contributions. The different sessions were chaired by A. Feinstein, R. Sta1io, C. de Loore, Ch. Fehrenbach, J. P. Swings, C. Jaschek, A. Sapar, G. T.Traving, M. de Groot and H. G. Groth. Upon request of the Working Group., a special session was devoted to bibliographic problems and observing campaigns. The Dean of the Faculty for Physics 0.GBP the Ludwig-Maximilians-, Universitat welcomed the participants at the beginning of the Symposium. The meeting was closed by a summary talk, delivered by . P. Snow. Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1982.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2016. When the United States declared war on Germany in April 1917, it was woefully unprepared to wage a modern war. Whereas their European counterparts already had three years of experience in using code and cipher systems in the war, American cryptologists had to help in the building of a military intelligence unit from scratch. This book relates the personal experiences of one such character, providing a uniquely American perspective on the Great War. It is a story of spies, coded letters, plots to blow up ships and munitions plants, secret inks, arms smuggling, treason, and desperate battlefield messages. Yet it all begins with a college English professor and Chaucer scholar named John Mathews Manly.In 1927, John Manly wrote a series of articles on his service in the Code and Cipher Section (MI-8) of the U.S. Army's Military Intelligence Division (MID) during World War I. Published here for the first time, enhanced with references and annotations for additional context, these articles form the basis of an exciting exploration of American military intelligence and counter-espionage in 1917-1918. Illustrating the thoughts of prisoners of war, draftees, German spies, and ordinary Americans with secrets to hide, the messages deciphered by Manly provide a fascinating insight into the state of mind of a nation at war.

Hardback. Condición: New. 1999 ed. This bibliography contains the publications of Husserl and the main secondary literature on Husserl, from Husserl's earliest publication (1887) till today (1997). As the collection of material was conduded in lune 1997, the list of publications for the year 1997 is of course incomplete. In this bibliography publications in the following languages have been induded: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch - for both primary and secondary literature. Since this bibliography has been based primarily on the consultation of the induded documents (and not restricted to copying already existing bibliographies), it was not possible to indude publications in languages other than those mentioned. The bibliography has been constructed in the following way: 1. The list of Husserl's works and secondary literature by individual authors is preceded by a list of all edited volumes in which a text by or on Husserl is published. This list is ordered chronologica11y and runs from 1921 ti11 1997 (inclusive). Edited volumes of the same year are classified according to language, and this in the order mentioned above: German, English, French, etc. Edited volumes with a title in more than one language are classified according to the above order of languages (this of course concerns only the title of the edited volume, not the title(s) of the individual contributions). This order is maintained throughout the other parts of the bibliography.

Paperback. Condición: New. Employing accessible language throughout, this book covers the history of psychiatric research, the current state-of-the art in psychiatric practice, the physiological systems affected by psychiatric illnesses, the whole-body nature of these diseases and the impact that this aspect has on emerging biomarker discoveries. Further, it provides descriptions of the major specific psychiatric disorders and the special challenges regarding the diagnosis and treatment of each. The book concludes with insights into the latest developments in hand-held biomarker test devices, which can provide diagnostic information in less than 15 minutes in point-of-care settings.This book investigates the emerging use of biomarkers in the study of psychiatric diseases, a topic of considerable importance for a broad range of people including researchers, clinicians, psychiatrists, university students and even those whose lives are affected in some way by a psychiatric illness. The last category is hardly trivial, since a staggering one in three people worldwide show the criteria for at least one psychiatric disorder at some point in their lifetime. Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017.

Paperback. Condición: New. Anyone who does not know the history of economics cannot think competently about the future of economics. This book offers an introduction to economic history for those looking for more than just dry theory. The author takes you on a journey through the economy, from its beginnings in the Stone Age to the digitalization of modern times. In addition to the nature and fundamental principles of economics, the book also introduces great thinkers such as Aquinas, Keynes, and Erhard. While ancient philosophers like Plato and Aristotle focused mainly on the ethical dimension of economics, the first modern economist and moral philosopher, Adam Smith, for example, pondered how nations could achieve prosperity. Today, however-in an era where capitalism is increasingly under scrutiny-the question is how prosperity can reach everyone, especially in times of digitalization. Therefore, the book not only addresses economic concepts of the past and present but also offers an intriguing look into the future. Issues of social justice are discussed alongside topics such as digitalization, globalization, and ecology. The second edition has been updated to include a chapter on "Economics in Uncertain Times," which deals, among other things, with the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1. Aufl. 2020 ed. Mit unterhaltsamen Anekdoten und direkt umsetzbaren praktischen Anregungen öffnet dieses Buch einen ganz neuen Zugang zum Thema Finanzen. Als Gründerin des Female Finance Forum wendet sich Claudia Müller an Leserinnen (und Leser), die mehr über persönliche Budgetplanung, Geldanlage und Altersvorsorge wissen wollen und dieses Know-how anwenden möchten. Mit zahlreichen Tipps und nützlichen Tools kann jede Leserin einen klaren Plan für die persönlichen Finanzen entwickeln.

Hardback. Condición: New. 2014 ed. Recent surveys demonstrate a high and possibly increasing prevalence of mental disorders in prisoners. They have an increased risk of suffering from a mental disorder that transcends countries and diagnoses. Ethical dilemmas in prison psychiatry arise from resource allocation and include issues of patient choice and autonomy in an inherently coercive environment. Ethical conflicts may arise from the dual role of forensic psychiatrists giving raise to tensions between patient care/protection of the public.This book describes models and ethical issues of psychiatric healthcare in prison in several countries. Relevant issues are: the professional medical role of a psychiatrist and/or psychotherapist working in prison, the involvement of psychiatrists in disciplinary or coercive measures; consent to treatment, the use of coercion in forcing a prisoner to undergo treatment, hunger strike, confidentiality. The book ends with consensus guidelines concerning good practice in Prison Psychiatry.

Paperback. Condición: New. Quantum physics, which offers an explanation of the world on the smallest scale, has fundamental implications that pose a serious challenge to ordinary logic. Particularly counterintuitive is the notion of entanglement, which has been explored for the past 30 years and posits an ubiquitous randomness capable of manifesting itself simultaneously in more than one place.This amazing 'non-locality' is more than just an abstract curiosity or paradox: it has entirely down-to-earth applications in cryptography, serving for example to protect financial information; it also has enabled the demonstration of 'quantum teleportation', whose infinite possibilities even science-fiction writers can scarcely imagine.This delightful and concise exposition does not avoid the deep logical difficulties of quantum physics, but gives the reader the insights needed to appreciate them. From 'Bell's Theorem' to experiments in quantum entanglement, the reader will gain a solid understanding of one of the most fascinating areas of contemporary physics.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2022. The topic of spiraling conflict and what happens to us when we are in conflict fascinates everyone equally. The reaction is then thoughtfulness and self-reflection. Everyone has their own conflicts and therefore the topic is close to us. Conflicts are usually stressful and therefore we wish for explanations and ways out.· What dynamics do conflicts take on and how do they develop?· What happens to us when we enter the spiral of conflict.· How does our thinking, our view of things and our interests change?· What does the conflict do to us and how do we get out of the vortex?That is what this book is about. It is based on scientific findings from psychology and conflict research.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2018. This must-read guide offers a practical and engaging introduction to the ins and outs of RandD leadership. Innovation is a two-trillion-dollar industry, and, on top of the baseline complexity faced by any manager, the RandD or Innovation leader confronts an additional set of challenges.Armed with years of experience in roles ranging from scientist to Vice President ofRandD to founder of his own company to innovation career coach, Dr. Clifford L. Spiro shares his insights on a carefully curated selection of topics. This indispensable playbook covers:Building, managing, and motivating a teamSetting schedules and goalsAssessing and rewarding project successWorking with other departmentsLegal and intellectual property considerationsDr. Spiro's distinctive blend of big-picturestrategic thinking and day-to-day, nitty-gritty tips (e.g., Five Great Questions For RandD Managers to Ask Every Time) is essential reading for current and aspiring RandD leaders through seasoned managers as well as anyone at an organization that has an RandD, innovation, or technology transfer component. Providing a prescriptive, in-the-trenches assessment of how to lead innovation more effectively, this book ably equips the reader to anticipate potential problems and to succeed both within the RandD department and across his or her company.

Hardback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2017. Employing accessible language throughout, this book covers the history of psychiatric research, the current state-of-the art in psychiatric practice, the physiological systems affected by psychiatric illnesses, the whole-body nature of these diseases and the impact that this aspect has on emerging biomarker discoveries. Further, it provides descriptions of the major specific psychiatric disorders and the special challenges regarding the diagnosis and treatment of each. The book concludes with insights into the latest developments in hand-held biomarker test devices, which can provide diagnostic information in less than 15 minutes in point-of-care settings.This book investigates the emerging use of biomarkers in the study of psychiatric diseases, a topic of considerable importance for a broad range of people including researchers, clinicians, psychiatrists, university students and even those whose lives are affected in some way by a psychiatric illness. The last category is hardly trivial, since a staggering one in three people worldwide show the criteria for at least one psychiatric disorder at some point in their lifetime.

Hardback. Condición: New. 2024 ed. Dieses Buch bietet Einblicke in die speziellen Techniken, mit denen Profis bei Vernehmungen und Befragungen die gewünschten Informationen erhalten, und erklärt, wie sie für die tägliche Kommunikation genutzt werden können. Der erste Teil erläutert die Unterschiede zwischen Vernehmung und Befragung, stellt Methoden zur Bewertung von Aussagen vor und diskutiert zwei prominente Fälle aus dem Strafrecht (Kachelmann, Mollath). Der zweite Teil konzentriert sich auf bewusste Lügen von Befragten und beschreibt, wie die Glaubwürdigkeit von Personen und die Glaubhaftigkeit von Aussagen methodisch analysiert werden. Der dritte Teil behandelt den Umgang mit Erinnerungen und Irrtümern bei Zeugenaussagen. Der vierte Teil zeigt ein sechsphasiges Modell der effizienten  Informationsgewinnung mit praktischen Beispielen und bietet 30 Expertentipps für informativere Gespräche.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2023. The increase in fake news, the growing influence on elections, increasing false reports and targeted disinformation campaigns are not least a consequence of advancing digitalisation. Information technology is needed to put a stop to these undesirable developments. With intelligent algorithms and refined data analysis, fakes must be detected more quickly in the future and their spread prevented. However, in order to meaningfully recognize and filter fakes by means of artificial intelligence, it must be possible to distinguish fakes from facts, facts from fictions, and fictions from fakes. This book therefore also asks questions about the distinctions of fake, factual and fictional. The underlying theories of truth are discussed, and practical-technical ways of differentiating truth from falsity are outlined. By considering the fictional as well as the assumption that information-technical further development can profit from humanities knowledge, the authors hope that content-related, technical and methodological challenges of the present and future can be overcome.

Paperback. Condición: New. 2024 ed. Tourist travel has become part of the lifestyle of Western industrial society. For today's travelers, recreation and curiosity, experiencing the world and gaining status have been the main motivations, whereas generating income or profit has been the focus of the more or less professional service providers who still style themselves 'hosts'. But the benefits of tourism also have their drawbacks - not least for the local residents who do not participate in tourism but are affected by traffic, high prices in restaurants and housing. Another loser is unprotected nature, the environment, as tourism infrastructure eats up the landscape. As with any industry, there are downsides to a business where the sun always seems to shine. This book examines the many contradictions, in hopes of promoting more conscious, responsible forms of tourism.

Paperback. Condición: New. Since 1980, China has undergone an extraordinary economic transformation, rising from a relatively minor geopolitical player to a global economic superpower. However, in recent years, this meteoric growth has slowed, and the nation now faces a range of complex and pressing challenges.This book provides a comprehensive analysis of China's remarkable ascent, exploring the pivotal reforms that fueled its rise and their far-reaching implications for both China and the West. While reflecting on this transformative journey, the primary focus is on the critical issues China faces today, including its slowing economic growth and escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly with the United States.Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China is responding to these challenges through a series of ambitious economic and political strategies. The book examines these approaches, offering insights into their potential effectiveness and limitations. Looking ahead, it explores possible political and economic scenarios for China in the coming years, shedding light on their implications for Western businesses and China's own trajectory.This insightful and accessible work is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand China's economic policies, challenges, and its role in shaping the global economy.Key Topics Covered:China's journey to becoming a global economic powerhouseXi Jinping's economic policy strategiesThe critical economic and geopolitical challenges facing ChinaPossible future scenarios and their implications for China and the world.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2022. Will we really soon no longer be sitting behind the wheel of our own car, but will only be taken to our destination by driverless electric taxis? Should cities introduce car sharing? What role will electric scooters, cable cars or man-carrying drones play in the mobility systems of major cities? This book finally explains in a generally understandable way what is really behind buzzwords such as electric mobility, autonomous driving, digitalization and mobility services such as car sharing or ride-hailing, how far advanced these technologies are today, and above all in what relationships and dependencies they are to each other. In addition to the technical aspects, the legislative and social trends are also considered, which are important framework conditions that will have a decisive influence on the mobility of the future.From the contents- Mobility needs: Who wants to go where, when and why - and how will this change in the future?- Technological trends: electromobility, digitalization, autonomous driving - what will the vehicles of the future be capable of?- Car sharing, ride-hailing, e-scooters or public transport: What alternatives to the private car will there be in the future?- Politics and society: How will the framework conditions for mobility develop in the future?- Mobility in transition: What should we do to prepare for the future?

Hardback. Condición: New. While the issue of Ukraine is engaging the public and fostering a greater interest in foreign and security policy topics, global economic policy issues and debates largely pass most people by and are primarily discussed by economists and economic historians. Unlike during the Euro crisis, whose complexities overwhelmed society as a whole, questions about supply chains, resource security, and technological change have now reached the press and media. However, for most people, the necessity of a related paradigm shift in German foreign and economic policy is not evident. This is particularly true for the increasing importance of using economic means to enforce (power) political interests - in other words, the new "geoeconomics". This book situates the scientific findings and debates surrounding this term within the global confrontation between the USA, China, and Europe, translating them into language that everyone can understand. The author contributes to the public debate in Germany with this essay and therefore addresses the interested public.

Paperback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2022. The aim of the book is to study symmetries and tesselation, which have long interested artists and mathematicians. Famous examples are the works created by the Arabs in the Alhambra and the paintings of the Dutch painter Maurits Escher. Mathematicians did not take up the subject intensively until the 19th century. In the process, the visualisation of mathematical relationships leads to very appealing images. Three approaches are described in this book.In Part I, it is shown that there are 17 principally different possibilities of tesselation of the plane, the so-called 'plane crystal groups'. Complementary to this, ideas of Harald Heesch are described, who showed how these theoretical results can be put into practice: He gave a catalogue of 28 procedures that one can use creatively oneself - following in the footsteps of Escher, so to speak - to create artistically sophisticated tesselation.In the corresponding investigations forthe complex plane in Part II, movements are replaced by bijective holomorphic mappings. This leads into the theory of groups of Möbius transformations: Kleinian groups, Schottky groups, etc. There are also interesting connections to hyperbolic geometry.Finally, in Part III, a third aspect of the subject is treated, the Penrose tesselation. This concerns results from the seventies, when easily describable and provably non-periodic parquetisations of the plane were given for the first time.

Hardback. Condición: New. 1st ed. 2016. This book uses the spiral shape as a key to a multitude of strange and seemingly disparate stories about art, nature, science, mathematics, and the human endeavour. In a way, the book is itself organized as a spiral, with almost disconnected chapters circling around and closing in on the common theme. A particular strength of the book is its extremely cross-disciplinary nature - everything is fun, and everything is connected! At the same time, the author puts great emphasis on mathematical and scientific correctness, in contrast, perhaps, with some earlier books on spirals. Subjects include the mathematical properties of spirals, sea shells, sun flowers, Greek architecture, air ships, the history of mathematics, spiral galaxies, the anatomy of the human hand, the art of prehistoric Europe, Alfred Hitchcock, and spider webs, to name a few.