The Blackburn Press Announces the Reprinting of a Biology Classic: The Art of Scientific Investigation by William I.B. Beveridge, ISBN 1-932846-05-0, paperback, 178 pages In The Art of Scientific Investigation, originally published in 1950, W.I.B. Beveridge explores the development of the intuitive side in scientists. The author's object is to show how the minds of humans can best be harnessed to the processes of scientific discovery. This book therefore centers on the "human factor"; the individual scientist. The book reveals the basic principles and mental techniques that are common to most types of investigation. Professor Beveridge discusses great discoveries and quotes the experiences of numerous scientists. "The virtue of Mr. Beveridge's book is that it is not dogmatic. A free and universal mind looks at scientific investigation as a creative art. . . ." The New York Times This and other mathematics and statistical titles are available at http://www.blackburnpress.com/mast.html Free shipping until May 30 in the United States; use Code "ShipFree" when ordering. This book is available from Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1932846050/qid%3D1109345621/sr%3D11-1 /ref%3Dsr%5F11%5F1/103-5317424-9474238 Also available from The Blackburn Press: The Growing Plant Cell Wall by Stephen C. Fry, ISBN 1-930665-08-3, paperback; 330 pages First published in 1988 and now known as a classic, Stephen Fry presents, in considerable practical detail, a wealth of information on methods for the preparation and analysis of plant cell walls and their constituents. The topics include: the isolation and purification of structural constituents, enzymes and metabolites; radiolabelling; an introduction to tissue culture techniques; the chemical characterization of polymers and biosynthetic intermediates. "Stephen Fry has written an invaluable book on the analytical techniques available in this important research field. This is an excellent book for the typical modern biologist." J. Experimental Biology "This book will be of considerable value to anyone engaged in the analysis of plant cell walls." Ann. Botany "For those who intend to do any practical cell wall analysis this book will be an invaluable laboratory manual." Plant Pathology These and other biology titles are available at http://www.blackburnpress.com/biologybooks.html Free shipping until May 30 in the United States; use Code "ShipFree" when ordering. This book is available from Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1930665083/qid%3D1114793506/sr%3D11-1 /ref%3Dsr%5F11%5F1/102-7030044-6887357 Plant Structure: Function and Development, by J.A. Romberger, Z. Hejnowicz, and J.F. Hill, ISBN 1-930665-95-4, paperback; 524 pages Originally published in 1993, and long out-of-print, this book has become a classic. The book covers the developmental anatomy of large, complex plants, particularly of perennial shrubs and trees that grow and survive for decades and centuries. The book is focused on the meaning of that anatomy, the integrated structure, as a determinant of effective function. A pervading theme is that the plant structures that have "survived" evolution within the larger context of geologic and climatic evolution are well attuned to biochemical and biophysical principles that determine and define efficient function. This book is intended for those who have already studied the anatomy and development of plants. It is addressed to advanced students, teachers and researchers in the broad, interrelated fields of botany, forestry, horticulture and agronomy, and to others having professional interests in the culture of woody plants and the stewardship of ecosystems. It is especially addressed to those who, by study and research, seek to narrow the wide gap between the cellular and molecular biology approaches to understanding the format and content of inherited information, and the actual morphogenesis and integrated functioning of higher plant organisms. "Plant Structure: Function and Development, first published in 1993, remained in print for such a short time that many of us missed the opportunity to purchase a copy (I have been working with a tattered photocopy for the past 7 years). The authors note in the preface that "complex plants, particularly woody plants . . . have survived eons of organismal evolution" and as such "are well attuned to biochemical and biophysical principles that determine and define efficient function." Too often plant anatomy has been treated in isolation from its' all-important functional significance. The authors of this book provide a welcome and well-developed bridge between structure and physiology, as well as providing the developmental aspects critical to a complete understanding. Not only does the book provide valuable insights for biologists studying extant plants (including applied areas of horticulture, agronomy and forest biology), but it is also, in my view, a valuable resource for paleobotanists, particularly those interested the rapidly growing area of paleo-ecophysiology. Often woody plants are given only cursory attention in plant structure texts, but not so here. Both Romberger and Hejnowicz spent their professional careers studying woody plants, and their insights are critical to the success of this treatise. Although the book is primarily a very turgid reference source, it could also serve as a text for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses - and then would become a valuable library addition for those students." Richard Jagels Professor of Forest Biology University of Maine These and other botany titles are available at http://www.blackburnpress.com/botany.html Free shipping until May 30 in the United States; use Code "ShipFree" when ordering. This book is available from Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1930665954/qid%3D1114800175/sr%3D11-1 /ref%3Dsr%5F11%5F1/102-7030044-6887357 The Blackburn Press was founded with the mission of keeping in print and available for purchase book titles that larger publishers have lost interest in and have declared "out-of-print." We specialize in scientific, medical, and technical books and textbooks. The Blackburn Press is interested in hearing of other titles we might consider returning to print. Your suggestions are welcome. Thank you. Mary S. 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