A Measure of Everything

A Measure of Everything
Author: Marcus Weeks
Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2005
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN:

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A comprehensive reference and history book on what is measured and why. Measurement is one of humankind's oldest and most vital activities. By measuring height, speed, size, temperature, strength and many other factors, humans can compare, improve and progress. In fact, measurement is an essential tool for survival. A Measure of Everything is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to what is measured and why. The book begins when the basic measurements were as simple as more, less and enough. As societies evolved, relative measurements were no longer sufficient. Advances in language allowed more precise measurements. Short distances were measured in relation to parts of the human body. For example, the ancient measurement cubit was the length of a pharaoh's arm plus the width of his hand. As society and culture progress and change, so do measurements. The rise of astronomy and the sciences demanded more exact measurements. These measurements are typically named after the discovering scientist, e.g., henry, curie, watt, rutherford, fahrenheit. This book features 28 categories organized into three sections: Earth and Life Sciences: astronomy, distance, time, meteorology, medicine, and five others. Physical Sciences: chemistry, mathematics, physics, speed, weight, temperature, and three others. Technology and Leisure: computers, engineering, finance, food, textiles, and four others. A Measure of Everything is an informative and entertaining book that will appeal to a wide range of readers.

Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure
Author: William Shakespeare
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2006-07-06
Genre: Drama
ISBN: 0521854482

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Since the rediscovery of Elizabethan stage conditions early this century, admiration for Measure for Measure has steadily risen. It is now a favorite with the critics and has attracted widely different styles of performance. At one extreme the play is seen as a religious allegory, at the other it has been interpreted as a comedy protesting against power and privilege. Brian Gibbons focuses on the unique tragi-comic experience of watching the play, the intensity and excitement offered by its dramatic rhythm, the reversals and surprises that shock the audience even to the end. The introduction describes the play's critical reception and stage history and how these have varied according to prevailing social, moral and religious issues, which were highly sensitive when Measure for Measure was written, and have remained so to the present day.

Measure for Measure Illustrated

Measure for Measure Illustrated
Author: William Shakespeare
Publisher:
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2020-09-27
Genre:
ISBN:

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Measure for Measure is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in .

Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)

Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)
Author: William Shakespeare
Publisher: Delphi Classics
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2017-07-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1786562944

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This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘Measure for Measure’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Shakespeare includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘Measure for Measure’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Shakespeare’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

Measure for Measure Illustrated

Measure for Measure Illustrated
Author: William Hakespeare
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2020
Genre:
ISBN: 9781654037352

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Measure for Measure is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1603 or 1604. Originally published in the First Folio of 1623, where it was listed as a comedy, the play's first recorded performance occurred in 1604.

Millions to Measure

Millions to Measure
Author: David M. Schwartz
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2006-05-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0060848065

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There are millions of things to measure . . . and almost as many ways to measure them! Marvelosissimo the Mathematical Magician is back -- and ready to explore the invention of length, weight, and volume measurements. After that, with another wave of his wand, the wizard introduces the world of metrics and makes it easy to understand the basic pattern of meters, liters, and grams. With Steven Kellogg's playful and delightfully detailed illustrations, measuring has never been such a blast!

The Market's Measure

The Market's Measure
Author: John A. Prestbo
Publisher: Dow Jones, Incorporated
Total Pages: 196
Release: 1999
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average was the first -- and remains today the best known -- market indicator. Since its creation in 1896, it has been intertwined with the news and events that have shaped millions of Americans' lives. The Market's Measure: An Illustrated History of America Told Through the Dow Jones Industrial Average celebrates the Dow's role in 20th century America.The Market's Measure begins with the story of the Dow's origins, then takes the reader on a journey through time, tracking the average's progress through its 100+ years. Along the way, the reader gains insight into how the Dow works, how it has contributed to American history and culture, and what may be in store for its future as is passes the milestones of 10,000 and beyond. Filled with nostalgia-evoking photographs, charts and drawings, The Market's Measure is designed to have wide appeal, and is sure to catch the eye of those with a special interest in finance or American history.

Measure for Measure: Illustrated (Faber Classic)

Measure for Measure: Illustrated (Faber Classic)
Author: William Shakespeare
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2021-08-25
Genre:
ISBN:

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Measure for Measure is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1603 or 1604. It was originally classified as a comedy, but is now also classified as one of Shakespeare's problem plays.The play deals with the issues of mercy, justice, truth and their relationship to pride and humility: "Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall"

The Royal Treasure Measure

The Royal Treasure Measure
Author: Trudy Harris
Publisher: Millbrook Press
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1467701297

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King Balbazar's kingdom has made a mess of measuring. Curtains are too long, robes are too short, and no one knows how to solve the problem. People measure length with everything from candlesticks to sausages to spoons. Finally, King Balbazar holds a contest. Who will come up with the winning unit of measurement—and what will it be?