For years, readers have turned to Lawrence Block’s novels for mesmerizing entertainment. And for years. writers have turned to Block’s Writing the Novel for candid, conversational, practical advice on how to put a publishable novel on paper.
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You don’t need a white tiger, expensive props, or hours of preparation to do magic. With a little practice, some clever misdirection (which lays at the heart of all magic tricks), and showmanship, you can surprise family, friends, and coworkers...
Systems of computer mathematics find more and more broad use in a number of natural,
economical and social fields. One of leaders among means of this class undoubtedly is the
Mathematica system. The book focuses on an important aspect –...