The Design of Approximation Algorithms

This book shows how to design approximation algorithms: efficient algorithms that find provably near-optimal solutions. The book is organized around central algorithmic techniques for designing approximation algorithms, including greedy and local search algorithms, dynamic programming, linear and semidefinite programming, and randomization.

Watching Earth from Space: How Surveillance Helps Us -- and Harms Us

Our planet is constantly monitored by hundreds of space-borne instruments. This book describes the technology of those instruments and the sciences that provide useful information from them. It also discusses the political implications of space-borne monitoring. From the moment satellites were launched into orbit their ability to see what was happening on a global scale was appreciated — and feared. This well researched book strives to answer such diverse questions as: Are satellites really a threat to individual privacy?

Green's Operative Hand Surgery

"Every conceivable topic related to the operative treatment of the hand is covered in depth...A well organized, well written scientific reference...Highly recommend." -JBJS
"Without doubt, Green's is a mandatory investment for residents, practitioners, and educators alike in the field of hand surgery. With its gamut of Web capabilities, the multimedia e-dition combines cutting-edge publishing technology with state-of-the art science in hand surgery...The more expensive "e-dition" has several additional advantages that make it well worth the cost, namely, searchability, dowloadability, and portability."-JAMA

The Money Illusion

In economics, money illusion refers to the tendency of people to think of currency in nominal, rather than real, terms. This is a fallacy as modern fiat currencies have no inherent value and their real value is derived from their ability to be exchanged for goods and used for payment of taxes. The term was coined by John Maynard Keynes in the early twentieth century, and Irving Fisher book, The Money Illusion, is one of the most important works on the subject.

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