Category: Textbooks

Throughout its 22 year history, the authors of Plant Physiology and Development 6e have continually updated the ebook to incorporate the latest advances in plant biology and implement pedagogical improvements requested by adopters. This has made Plant Physiology and Development, 6th edition (PDF) the most comprehensive, authoritative, and widely used

The key goal in this textbook is to show college students how calculus associates to biology, with a style that sustains rigor without being overly formal. Biocalculus: Calculus for Life Sciences, (PDF) encourages and illustrates the topics of calculus with examples drawn from several areas of biology, including genetics, biomechanics,

The Essential Cosmic Perspective 8th edition (PDF) provides college students and readers without science backgrounds with a streamlined, cutting-edge introduction to astronomy. Built on a strong tradition of effective pedagogy and coverage, the PDF textbook focuses on skill-building and includes group work exercises that require active participation. Dedicated to bringing

A brief introduction to the chemistry and design principles behind significant metal-organic frameworks and related porous materials Reticular chemistry has been used to synthesize new classes of porous materials that are successfully used for myriad applications in areas like gas separation, energy, catalysis, and electronics. Introduction to Reticular Chemistry (PDF)

The Printed Book in Contemporary American Culture, (PDF) discovers the cultural functions the printed book performs in the digital age. It explores how the use of and attitude toward the book form have transformed in light of the digital revolution of American media culture. Positioned at the crossroads of American