Tone Poems in Full Score, Series 2: Till Eulenspiegels Lustige Streiche, also Sprach Zarathustra and Ein Heldenleben

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Three important orchestral works, including very popular Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks, reproduced in full score from original editions. This volume and its companion volume make available for the first time in convenient, inexpensive editions all the important Strauss tone poems. Study score.

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Perfect dover edition.......2003-11-14

I should firstly state that i am merely a 20 year old autodidact "musician", or better said "music-logyst", since i don't master any instrument. my wisdom is only intuitive.

- REGARDING THE EDITION: dover edition is perfect, flawless.
- ALSO SPRACH ZARATHUSTRA: I believe it the best in the lot, although i do not enjoy it all. Straus intention was an homenage to Nietzshe's genius, an homenage he achieved only in: "of the backworldsmen", which i believe is the culmination, the highest piece of that kind of harmony wagner introduced in his "tristan und isolde" prelude.It starts with the "crescendo" of the cellos and violins creating a melodic armony, an aparent armony; and as the crescendo goes on and on the melodic-armony begins to be in danger by it, and so is evident to the spectator that if the crescendo continues, at some point, necessarily, the armony will blow up, vanish. The maximum of the string crescendo is power-full.
Reading clearly the symbols of music gives you the aptitude of recreating it, and this dover editions should become classics of shining representation.

Three Great Tone Poems.......2003-08-12

Richard Strauss was in many ways the epitome of the late romatic composer, and perhaps the only true musical descendant of Richard Wagner. His tone poems, like any great piece of music, are like a whole seperate world.

The tone poems in this volume are three of his most popular. The escapades of Til Eulenspiegel, the familiar opening of Also Sprach Zarathustra (and the less familiar final bars that can't make up their mind what key to close in), and the 'heroic' Ein Heldenleben reveal Strauss at his most complex, lyrical, bombastic and egotistical. True masterworks worth repeated hearings.

The complexity of these scores is astounding. But with a little patience and experience, following along with the score can reveal many inner beauties of this music that is well worth the effort.

No complaints with Dover's edition. Large format, clearly printed, and economical. How does Dover do it? Recommended!

Just as great as Tone Poems Series I.......2001-12-08

Another superb score from Dover. It's large (9 3/8 x 12 1/4), lays easily on a stand or table, very readable, durable, and generally free of errors (notation-wise, it's perfect).

Excellent again.......2000-06-17

Richard Strauss' tone poems for orchestra are among the finest pieces of the music History, and we have to thank Dover Pubs. for reprinting and putting together all the music in this inexpensive edition. All the tone poems are impressive demostrations of orchestral force and virtuosism (specially Zarathustra), and with this book you can fully appreciate the genius of the author. The layout is very clear and easy readable, which is excellent to follow the music and enjoy it completely. At this price, it is a must for anyone willing to study the pieces or just to have a good time with Strauss' music. Definitely recommended, as well as the other volume (Series I).

Finlandia and Other Tone Poems in Full Score

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Finlandia and Other Tone Poems in Full Score
Jean Sibelius
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ASIN: 0486264831

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Full orchestral scores of Finlandia, Valse Triste, The Swan of Tuonela, Lemminkainen’s Return, En Saga, Pohjola’s Daughter, Night Ride and Sunrise, and The Oceanides. Masterly compositions reveal the Finnish composer's great gifts for thematic development and formal structure. Reproduced directly from authoritative German editions. Table of contents. List of instruments.

Tone Poems in Full Score, Series 1: Don Juan, Tod Und Verklarung, & Don Quixote

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The Tone Poems Of Richard Strauss
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Tone Poems in Full Score, Series 1: Don Juan, Tod Und Verklarung, & Don Quixote
Richard Strauss
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ASIN: 0486237540

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Three of the most often performed and recorded works in entire orchestral repertoire, reproduced in full score from original editions. Study score.

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The Tone Poems Of Richard Strauss.......2003-08-12

No music truly exists in a book. The composer puts his directions on paper, and the musician tries his best to do what the composer has directed to do. Play this note high, this note low, this note long, this note short, etc. Music is an art that really doesn't exist until it comes to life through the time it takes to perform it. Like a seed, the score of an orchestral work lies dormant until the musician(s) plant it, nurture it through performance.

For the few that can read a score like the rest of us read a newspaper, the music can come alive in the imagination of their inner ear. For the rest of us mortals, following the score while the music plays can help us 'see' the tree come to life with our ears and revel in all of the life and vitality it contains.

The tone poems of Richard Strauss are like vast, sprawling trees. There is no need to follow a score to admire the beauty of the trees. If that were so, symphony orchestras would pass out copies of the score to the audience and keep the lights on. But following the score is like climbing right up into the tree. You can see the diversity, the details, and even look down at the ground and realize where you are.

So to be able to appreciate these masterpieces on a different level, following the score can be a revelation. Dover's edition of these tone poems is inexpensive, of good quality, and I especially like the large format. If you try to follow a miniature score of these works, you best have really great eyes or a magnifying glass. These are vast, romantic works, and Strauss uses a very large orchestra. So the large format is much easier to read and follow.

So if you ever have the urge to get closer to these masterpieces, then by all means let the Dover edition of the scores be your guide. Your efforts to climb the tree will be well rewarded!

I love this score.......2001-12-08

A great score, with no errors and very large, readable print. Great companion for listeners, music students, and conductors alike.

The score is very large (9 3/8 x 12 1/4) and lays flat on a stand or table. Highly reccommended!

Superb is the word!.......2000-07-07

Richard Strauss knew how to make symphonic music with great drama as well as humour. The three grand symphonic masterpieces of this edition just has it all. Dare I say that some of the music in Tod Und Verklarung is some of the most beautiful and heartbreaking music ever written? And how about the great humor revealed in Don Quixote? Richard Strauss truly is a master of the orchestra. If you don't believe me, have a look yourself. It just hardly get any better than this. Thank you Dover for this excellent book!

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Harish-Chandra was a mathematician of great power, vision, and remarkable ingenuity. His profound contributions to the representation theory of Lie groups, harmonic analysis, and related areas left researchers a rich legacy that continues today. This book presents the proceedings of an AMS Special Session entitled, "Representation Theory and Noncommutative Harmonic Analysis: A Special Session Honoring the Memory of Harish-Chandra", which marked 75 years since his birth and 15 years since his untimely death at age 60.

Contributions to the volume were written by an outstanding group of internationally known mathematicians. Included are expository and historical surveys and original research papers. The book also includes talks given at the IAS Memorial Service in 1983 by colleagues who knew Harish-Chandra well. Also reprinted are two articles entitled, "Some Recollections of Harish-Chandra", by A. Borel, and "Harish-Chandra's c-Function: A Mathematical Jewel", by S. Helgason. In addition, an expository paper, "An Elementary Introduction to Harish-Chandra's Work", gives an overview of some of his most basic mathematical ideas with references for further study.

This volume offers a comprehensive retrospective of Harish-Chandra's professional life and work. Personal recollections give the book particular significance. Readers should have an advanced-level background in the representation theory of Lie groups and harmonic analysis.

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Sold our house in a SNAP!.......2006-08-09

I've been a long-time fan of Ann and so when my mother's home wasn't selling, I knew it was time to call in "The Doctor". I had seen Ann's show come to the aid of home sellers and now it was time her tricks to the test.

Using Ann's tips, we depersonalized and decluttered the home without breaking the bank. Inexpensive ideas and good photography in conjuction with an enjoyable read make this one of my favorite how-to books for homeowners. Renters, this one you should pass on since you aren't financially investing in your property.

Every potential buyer that toured our home AFTER we put Ann's ideas in action loved the design changes we'd made. The compliments were overwhelming and the feedback was encouraging.

We got our asking price without a hassle and learned quite a bit about home improvements in the process.

Bring the doctor into your home even if you AREN'T planning to sell. I've used her suggestions in my current home and am pleased as can be with the results. Thank you, Dr. Ann!

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ANN MAURICE
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Doctor in the House: Your Best Guide to Effective Medical Self-Care

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Doctor in the House: Your Best Guide to Effective Medical Self-Care
John C. Harbert
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ASIN: 0896032191

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Doctor in the House is the first home health handbook to provide quick, clear, and informative answers to the routine-and not so routine-medical problems that you and your family encounter in everyday life.

Dr. Harbert, who contributed health articles to Family Circle magazine for several years, presents medical ideas and facts in a plainspoken, accessible style that will empower you to take charge of your health. He teaches you how to diagnose your medical problems and describes the symptoms, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of over 425 diseases and conditions. Whenever possible he recommends simple methods and medicines, and tells you frankly when to seek professional medical help.

Doctor in the House also covers first aid and emergency techniques, provides over fifty "focus boxes" that highlight practical information critical to managing your medical problems, and supplies contact information (many with telephone numbers) for numerous support and health advocacy groups. Also included are sample copies of a legally enforceable living will, a medical directive, and a durable power of attorney.

With Dr. John C. Harbert's Doctor in the House, you will find the real medical understanding and help that are the first steps to good health, long life, and fewer medical bills!

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ANN MAURICE
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The Best Of House Doctor
Ann Maurice
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The Best Of House Doctor
Ann Maurice
Manufacturer: Harper Uk
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ASIN: B000NSGK1W

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This book describes the capabilities and limitations of the human operator—both physical and mental—and how these should be used to guide the design of systems with which people interact. General principles of human-system interaction and design are presented, and included are specific examples of successful and unsuccessful interactions. It links theories of human performance that underlie the principles with real-world experience, without a heavy engineering-oriented perspective. Topics include design and evaluation methods; different systems such as visual, auditory, tactile, vestibular, automated, and transportation; cognition, decision-making, and aesthetics; physiology; and stress, safety, accidents, and human error. An excellent reference for personnel and managers in the workplace.

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Textbook has supported class well........2007-07-19

I've used this book in my human factors grad/undergrad class for 4 years. This book is the only text in human factors with up to date information from research in cognitive science, and a cognitive science perspective on human error. The book is weaker on the ergonomics and design side, and quite weak on social aspects of human factors. I use the book in combination with Don Norman's book and the Casey book of case studies.

I do not require students to memorize the book. They use it as a reference for doing problem solving and case analyses. It contains good research references and many important facts and figures that human factors and design professionals need.

Useless........2006-12-11

This was the single most atrocious example of a "text book" I've ever had the displeasure of dealing with. Very poor editing throughout, and often the outline structure was unnavigable. Adding to that problem, was poor grammar and sections that simply made no sense. "...incentive programs are effective over long periods of time as long as they are not dropped permanently at some point." My suggestion, if you have a class that requires this textbook, find a new class.

Very Poor Writing.......2006-12-09

Just finished a HF course and this was the required text for the course. This text is awful. Very poor writing, incorrect or misleading info is presented, in the area's of work physiology, etc. The author did not explore or offer ANY additional insight in area's such as bio-mechanics etc.. HUGE sections of the text are pure quotes from other sources.. Very poor.. All I can say is thank goodness I was able to sell the book.

Good introduction to Human Factors Engineering.......2002-02-20

Wickens et al. really fill the gap between system engineering and cognitive psychology. I have found quite a few of books of this kind.
The book contains good examples and references for workplace design, environmental conditions and several other applications that make it useful for a course textbook or professional's desk reference.
One word of caution (mea culpa as well): the authors did not address in this version the engineering tradition of poor, monotonous writing.

Extraordinary!.......2000-09-30

Wickens is a true pioneer in the field of human factors who fills the gap between (system) engineering and cognitive psychology with great diligence and competence. This book, "An Introduction to Human Factors Engineering", is another excellent reference tool made for engineers to integrate psychologic research results in their creations; I read it in combination with Wickens' "Engineering Psychology and Human Performance", which concentrates rather on the psychological perspective of human factors than on practical design advices. Both books have considerable overlappings, and are similar to each other, even in the structure of the chapters; nevertheless, I highly recommend them both. I have not (yet) found better literature for this field.

Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics for Engineers (Human Factors and Ergonomics)

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Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics for Engineers (Human Factors and Ergonomics)
Mark R. Lehto , and James R. Buck
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Appropriate for a first course in Human Factors and Ergonomics taken by engineers and psychology majors, this book explains ergonomic design. It teaches students about designing products, such as tools, machines, or systems, as well as the tasks or jobs people perform, and environments in which people live. Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics for Engineers explores methods of obtaining these objectives, uniquely approaching the topic from an engineering perspective as well as a psychological standpoint.

The textbook offers a heavy emphasis on design, and gives broad coverage of design principles and techniques of predicting human performance. Critiques of principles and tools used in predictions are also addressed. Authors Mark R. Lehto and James R. Buck adopt a quantitative angle so that students experience the applications of statistics, and observe the implications of those results to the design. Challenging end-of-chapter problems are exceptionally valuable for course instruction. Moreover, the book presents numerous vignettes to illustrate practical examples of theoretical concepts.

This text is appropriate for engineering, psychology, and science students at the upper undergraduate and graduate levels. It is also ideal for engineers and designers. For students, a background in the fundamentals of probability and statistics is assumed.

Basic Astronautics: (an Introduction to Space Sceince, Engineering, and Medicine)

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Basic Astronautics: (an Introduction to Space Sceince, Engineering, and Medicine)

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Designing Pleasurable Products: An Introduction to the New Human Factors

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What an interesting take on Design and Trends

Designing Pleasurable Products: An Introduction to the New Human Factors
Patrick W. Jordan
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More than ever, designers and technologists are considering human factors in the product design process. Users are now seen as key to the overall look and usability of products, not just passive. If a task can be accomplished with a reasonable degree of efficiency and comfort, then the product fits the user. The author, a leader in cognitive ergonomics, also argues that in practice these approaches can be dehumanizing. People are more than physical and cognitive processors. They have hopes, fears, dreams, and values; indeed these are the very things that make us human. Designing Pleasurable Products looks both at and beyond usability, considering how products can be both ergonomic and a joy to own.

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What an interesting take on Design and Trends.......2002-03-13

Read this book if you aren't lucky enough like me to be the Teaching Assistant to Pat Jordan's Designing Pleasurable Products class. An incredibly smart designer and man who conveys so much in one book! Smart purchase

Engineering Design: An Introduction (Project Lead the Way)

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Engineering Design: An Introduction (Project Lead the Way)
John R. Karsnitz , John P. Hutchinson , and Stephen O'Brien
Manufacturer: Cengage Delmar Learning
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With an innovative approach that uses projects and student exploration as key learning tools, Engineering Design: An Introduction offers an overview of the basic engineering principles and concepts that shape today's modern world. These concepts are presented in a flexible, two-part format. Part I describes the process of engineering and technology product design, while Part II develops specific skill sets needed to understand and participate in the process. Opportunities to experiment and learn abound, with projects ranging from technical drawing to designing electrical systems and more. With this emphasis on project-based learning, the book is an ideal supplement to Project Lead the Way's innovative series of project-based curricula designed to increase student interest in engineering careers. Engineering Design's broad scope and sound coverage of the essential concepts and techniques used in engineering design making it the perfect addition to any curriculum.

Macroergonomics : An Introduction to Work System Design (HFES Issues in Human Factors and Ergonomics Book Series Volume 2)

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professional, clear, practical.

Macroergonomics : An Introduction to Work System Design (HFES Issues in Human Factors and Ergonomics Book Series Volume 2)
Hal W. Hendrick , and Brian M. Kleiner
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Macroergonomics: Theory, Methods, and Applications (Human Factors and Ergonomics)

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professional, clear, practical........2001-04-18

The book is professional from all sides. Macroergonomics history, theory, develpment, appliance and future described clearly and explicitly. The masterpiece written by perfect profeccional. One of the most interesting books I'v read recenly.

INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING

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INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING
Christopher Wickens
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Introduction to human factors engineering (SuDoc TD 5.4/2:4-89)

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Introduction to human factors engineering (SuDoc TD 5.4/2:4-89)
U.S. Dept of Transportation
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Introduction to Human Factors Engineering, 2e

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Introduction to Human Factors Engineering, 2e
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champa Christopher D. Wickens
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