Category: Textbooks

Why do human beings find some tone combinations consonant and others dissonant? Why do we make music using only a small number of scales out of the billions that are possible? In the ebook Music as Biology: The Tones We Like and Why (PDF), author Dale Purves shows that rethinking

Authored by a prominent educator, Fundamental Mathematics and Physics of Medical Imaging, (PDF) teaches the basic mathematics and physics concepts related with medical imaging systems. Going beyond mere description of imaging modalities, this ebook digs into the mechanisms of image quality  and image formation common to all imaging systems: noise,

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Philosophy: The Power of Ideas, 9th Edition, (PDF) provides a comprehensive overview of Western Philosophy, Feminist Philosophy, Eastern Influences, and Postcolonial thought. Known for its interesting, conversational writing style, every chapter provides clear introductions to even the most difficult philosophical concepts and features selected primary readings from some of the

Exploring Biological Anthropology 4e present a concise overview of biological anthropology, from very early foundations to the most recent innovations. Exploring Biological Anthropology: The Essentials, 4th Edition, (PDF) combines concise coverage of the foundations of the field with modern innovations and discoveries, helping anthropology students understand, and get excited about,