Reviews (6)

This book helped me passed the THEA exam!
Painless Writing helped me prepare for the Writing Section of the Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) exam.The THEA tests your impromptu writing skills.Painless Writing explains nine techniques that improve your writing.I used these techniques and easily passed the test.
This wonderful book helped me to get into college!
This fabulous book gave me tons of great tips on how to write an excellent essay.I bought this book to help fine tune my college essay and was amazed at the results.My dull, explanatory essay was transformed into an exciting masterpiece that helped me get into an Ivy League school.With helpful examples and complete web addresses, "Writing Painlessly" enabled me to write a concise, grammatically correct, and connected piece.The web sites were informative and added complementary knowledge to what this book provided for me.After I showed this book to my enlgish teacher, she loved it so much that she is considering using it as a supplement for our class.If you have ever dreaded writing a school paper before, this book is for you.With fun exercises and great illustrations, this book is informative and educational.I strongly recommend that you buy this book to help with your papers, essays, and even poetry.Covering the basics, yet expanding to encompass the fine arts of more advanced language, "Writing Painlessly" can be used at almost all english levels.

This wonderful book helped me to get into college!
This fabulous book gave me tons of great tips on how to write an excellent essay.I bought this book to help fine tune my college essay and was amazed at the results.My dull, explanatory essay was transformed into an exciting masterpiece that helped me get into an Ivy League school.With helpful examples and complete web addresses, "Writing Painlessly" enabled me to write a concise, grammatically correct, and connected piece.The web sites were informative and added complementary knowledge to what this book provided for me.After I showed this book to my enlgish teacher, she loved it so much that she is considering using it as a supplement for our class.If you have ever dreaded writing a school paper before, this book is for you.With fun exercises and great illustrations, this book is informative and educational.I strongly recommend that you buy this book to help with your papers, essays, and even poetry.Covering the basics, yet expanding to encompass the fine arts of more advanced language, "Writing Painlessly" can be used at almost all english levels. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Composition & Creative Writing - General    2. Composition and exercises    3. English language    4. Higher    5. Juvenile literature    6. Language    7. Language Arts & Disciplines    8. Report writing    9. Study Guides    10. Study and teaching (Middle sch    11. Study and teaching (Middle school)    12. Writing Skills    13. English    14. English language: writing skills    15. Reference / Writing Skills   

Reviews (16)

Best value for money
This book is a complete introductory course that presents the basic concepts of Quantum Mechanics.
Excelente libro de texto sobre Física Cuántica.
La mayor�a de los textos de F�sica Cu�ntica que he le�do, son inabordables en algunos momentos por la complejidad de la misma notaci�n, falta de ejemplos directos de aplicaci�n, y deficientes estructuraciones del contenido. El resultado es que finalmente te ves rodeado de una gran cantidad de libros de texto, para cubrir diferentes cap�tulos.
Not great
I bought this book as I was taking undergraduate-level Quantum Mechanics.While it has a better review and analysis of bra and ket notation than, say, the Griffiths text, and has excellent applications (square well, energy levels, Landau Levels, etc.), it was practically useless until I finished the course.Additionally, as others have pointed out, the outline is riddled with errors.It is not as well-written as Murray Spiegel's Vector Analysis or Fourier Series books.If you're a graduate student or want a refresher course, I'd consider it. Otherwise, this is not the ideal choice. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Physics    2. Problems, exercises, etc    3. Quantum Mechanics    4. Quantum Theory    5. Study Aids    6. Study Guides    7. Quantum physics (quantum mechanics)    8. Science / Physics   

Subjects:  1. Building, Iron and steel    2. Engineering - Civil    3. Load factor design    4. Problems, exercises, etc    5. Science/Mathematics    6. Steel, Structural    7. Structural Steel Design    8. Study Guides    9. Technology    10. Building construction & materials    11. Structural engineering    12. Technology / Engineering / Civil   

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Great intro to VB.Net but poor certification prep
If you are new to Visual Basic.Net then this book is great for getting a basic understanding of the language.If you are using it to introduce yourself to the language then I would highly recommend it.However, this book miserably fails its' title in preparing for the 70-306 exam. Frustrating
This book is chalk full of errors.I am not at all convinced that anyone went back through and actually tried to reproduce the examples and assignments found in this book.If you like a challenge and enjoy debugging someone else's code, this is the book for you.If, however, you feel that your time is better spent actually studying for the exam I would skip this book.

OK
This book is alright, but it does not take into consideration all OS's on which the code might be running (xp users beware on the globalization chapter) and some of the end of chapter questions don't even seem to be based on data discussed in the chapter. That all being said, there aren't many other options exam prep books for 70-306 and this one is at least easy to follow along with although I don't think it is in depth enough for the exam. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Basic (Programming Language)    2. Certification Guides - MCSD    3. Computer Bks - Certification    4. Computer Books: Languages    5. Computers    6. Computers - Certification    7. Hardware - Personal Computers - General    8. Microcomputer Application Software    9. Programming Languages - C#    10. Programming Languages - Visual BASIC    11. Study Guides   

Subjects:  1. Applied mechanics    2. Educational Tests And Measurements (Higher Education)    3. Examinations, questions, etc    4. Mechanical ability    5. Reasoning (Psychology)    6. Space perception    7. Study Aids    8. Study Guides    9. Tests    10. Vocational    11. Colleges of further education    12. Engineering skills & trades    13. Examinations & assessment    14. Study & learning skills    15. Study Aids / Vocational   

Reviews (7)

Not much on the core subject of abstract algebra
This book has some good theoretical mathematics content, unfortunately not much of it is about the subject of abstract algebra. The first 80 pages of this book talk about sets, relations, operators, and number systems. The next 50 pages or so consist of elementary material ongroups, rings, fields, and polynomials, and act as a very basic introduction to abstract algebra. Then the author again diverges off into mathematics that does not relate to abstract algebra and talks about vector spaces, matrices, matrix polynomials, linear algebra, and boolean algebra. Again, this is all good mathematical material with some good problems, but I don't see what it has to do with learning abstract algebra. A better title for this book would have been "Schaum's Outline on the Foundations of Mathematics" since it is really supplying a good theoretical introduction to mathematics for the mathematics major at about the college sophomore level. If that is what you are looking for, I would give this book about four stars.
Great supplement
If you're taking a course in introductory modern algebra, you should have a copy of this book. As with many other Schaum's outline series books, you will find a concise, clear review of the theory, followed immediately by many problems with detailed solutions. My students tell me this Schaum's made a positive difference in their understanding. Beyond the introductory level, this book has limited use as it doesn't cover much of field and ring theory nor Galois theory very well.
mm, not quite what I was hoping for...
This installment in the Schaum's outline series doesn't do it for me. I had reason to pick this one up simply out of curiousity (and out of habit, by usingother titles in this series for other lower-level undergraduate courses).It hardly stimulates any interest on the part ofthe reader; and the presentation is dry; not to mentionthat the selection of solved problems wasn't carefully thought out (most, I found, were proofs of some pretty standard results, which I would have rather not seen all over again). And the bare-hands computations weren't all that exciting,either.Read more

Subjects:  1. Algebra - Abstract    2. Algebra - General    3. Mathematics    4. Science/Mathematics    5. Study Guides    6. Algebra    7. Mathematics / Algebra / General   

Reviews (4)

Builds Nicely on Schaums Principles of Accounting
Accounting has never been a favorite subject of mine, but the Schaums Outline series has been wonderful.Presentation of topical material is concise, Solved Problems reinforce chapter concepts, and chapter-end questions have solidified my understanding of accounting.
Schaum's Outline of Intermediate Accounting I
I am an accounting student. Sometimes the textbook can be quite confusing.Schaum's simplifies the explanation.It is a great additional reference for any accounting student. I purchased all the Schaum's Outlines related to Accounting and now I get wonderful comments from my instructor and classmates on how well I understand the material. It is soooo worth the investment.:-)

Review for intermediate accounting I
Delivery was good. The book condition was good (new book).
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Subjects:  1. Accounting    2. Accounting (General)    3. Accounting - General    4. Business & Economics    5. Business/Economics    6. Problems, exercises, etc    7. Study Guides    8. Business & Economics / Accounting / General   

Reviews (21)

Okay to use but not as your only book
This book does cover the material however, it is organized somewhat funny, a little difficult to follow and the IPv6 section is very weak. If you are new to these subjects this book is not for you. It is easier if you have years of hands on experience or have read other books first.I used it as a complement with the Doyle and new Cisco Press CCIE book plus my own lab to pass the BSCI in a couple of weeks. The CD test engine is too easy. One tip to pass the BCSI, practice, practice, practice.
it doesnt cover everthing..
I did read this book entire, my practice tests score were average of 98 to 100%, but I did not pass the exam.
Required reading
Studying this book finally enabled me to pass the BSCI.Make no mistake though; this is not a great book.It is poorly organized, it is full of errors (even ones not stated in the errata - I can rattle off quite a few) and basically hard to understand.
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Subjects:  1. Certification    2. Certification Guides - Cisco    3. Certification Guides - General    4. Computer Bks - Certification    5. Computer Books: General    6. Computers    7. Computers - Certification    8. Data Transmission Standards And Protocols    9. Examinations    10. Internetworking (Telecommunica    11. Internetworking (Telecommunication)    12. Networking - General    13. Networking - Network Protocols    14. Study Guides    15. Telecommunications engineers    16. Computers / Technical Skills    17. Computing and Information Technology    18. Networking packages   

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A solid introduction
...to the topic, although a bit more depth would be the only thing lacking it.I recommend it to anyone who is studying business and is struggling with the math side of it, although as you progress in your studies, youwill notice that the book doesnt go into enough depth, especially in thearea of differential geometry. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Advanced    2. Algebra - General    3. Business & Economics    4. Business Mathematics    5. Business/Economics    6. Economics - General    7. Economics, Mathematical    8. Mathematical Economics    9. Problems, exercises, etc    10. Reference - General    11. Science/Mathematics    12. Study Guides    13. Applied mathematics    14. Business & Economics / Economics / General    15. Business & Management    16. Economics   

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not what I expected
The ste up of this book threw me off.There was too much back and forth and with another set of meds running in reverse on te bottom I found it distracting. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Educational Tests And Measurements (Higher Education)    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Nursing - Test Preparation & Review    5. Nursing Education    6. Study Guides    7. Examinations & assessment    8. Medical / Nursing / General    9. Nursing   

Reviews (2)

Not for a good review
This book is more for factual use-less knowledge that youwill never use in the real world of EMS.I would be happy to use mine as campfire kindling.

not bad
This reveiw manual does a pretty good job of reviewing the new curriculum.The questions were written in a manner similar to the National Registry format.
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Subjects:  1. Allied Health Services - Emergency Medical Services    2. Emergency Medicine    3. Medical    4. Medical / Nursing    5. Study Guides    6. Test Preparation & Review    7. Health systems & services    8. Medical / Allied Health Services / Emergency Medical Services   

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Very Helpful!
These books are make by the people who write the Praxis exams!You will work to look up the review questions and topics, but it's well worth it when you pass the test with flying colors! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Art    2. Education And Training Of Teachers    3. Fine Arts (General)    4. General    5. Praxis    6. Study Guides    7. Teaching Methods & Materials - General    8. Tests    9. Study Aids / Tests   

Editorial Review

The authors tell you up front: "The GMAT is not easy--nor is this book."While that may seem daunting, the test is challenging for a reason, and if you want to get into the top business schools, you'll need to excel in a very competitive field. If you're willing to work hard, the Read more

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Tough but outstanding!
Tough but outstanding!
The best
Out of the three books I used, this book gets my highest rating.The other books I had were Kaplan GMAT (2005 Edition) and the Official Guide for GMAT review (10th Edition).I ended up taking the test twice.Studied for about 4 weeks before the first test, mostly using Kaplan book, as I heard it had the hardest questions (and was the lightest one to carry around in my bag).Practiced on Kaplan's computer diagnostic test, and got 540.I feel, they make their material unnecessary hard, probably to make you register for their prep course.Spent some time reading Nova's book, and found it much easier as well as providing much better explanations.Also questions were much more in line with questions from the Official Guide. Took the test and got 650 (q:48, v:31), and was very much disappointed, mainly because I didn't do a good job pacing myself on the verbal section, and ended up not answering the last 5 questions.I knew I had to study and concentrate on Verbal section in particular, because I felt that I had to guess on almost every question in that section.
An excellent preparatory text
I am very happy with this book.After reading numerous reviews about this and other GMAT guides, I chose this one.It was not easy to find in bookstores, which largely carry the more familiar titles(Kaplan, etc.)I bought the book around Christmas.
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Subjects:  1. Education    2. GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)    3. Study Aids    4. Study Guides   

Reviews (9)

Summer School REview
I used Schaum's for a Summer School Trigonometry course.It doesn't replace a textbook but it covered all the necessary topics effectively and provided a good alternative to derivations and problems found in the text.I relied on it as a backup and a good check on the work being covered in class.

Pretty good supplement
To succeed in a trig class, one must work as many problems as one can, especially when treating trigometric identities.If you're taking a trig class, then I recommend that you buy a copy of this book for it contains a clear review of the theory, followed immediately by many problems with detailed solutions.
Terrible for Theory
I needed to brush up on my Trig for a calculus class that I'm currently in. While reading the text I found it hard to follow what the author was getting at.
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Subjects:  1. Mathematics    2. Outlines, syllabi, etc    3. Pre-Calculus    4. Problems, exercises, etc    5. Science/Mathematics    6. Study Guides    7. Trigonometry    8. Euclidean geometry    9. Mathematics / Pre-Calculus    10. Topology   

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For Timesavers not Great for Bookshelves.
For Timesavers not Great for Bookshelves. Incredible Study Guide
I used this book while pursuing my B.S. in Biochemistry and it is 'hands down' the best study guide I ever used. It covers all of the primary topics in undergraduate biochemistry and gives pertinent examples without extraneous information. I highly recommend it as a study aid, especially for standardized tests. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biochemistry    2. Biochemistry (General)    3. Examinations, questions, etc    4. Life Sciences - Biochemistry    5. Outlines, syllabi, etc    6. Science    7. Study & Teaching    8. Study Guides    9. Science / Biochemistry    10. Study guides, home study & revision notes   

Subjects:  1. Fire Science    2. Science/Mathematics    3. Study Guides    4. Technology    5. Technology & Industrial Arts    6. Technology / Fire Science   

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Would have 5 stars if it were not outdated
This book is very good and very agreeable to read and learn the topics. Simple plain English and fun to read.
US Citizenship for Dummies
My wife ordered this book for herself after checking out several different books that her friends were using.This book is the most complete in terms of the information available under one cover -- it also proves easy to understand and utilize for someone who has learned English as their second language. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Citizenship    2. Civics & Citizenship    3. Emigration & Immigration    4. Emigration And Immigration    5. Examinations    6. Handbooks, manuals, etc    7. Individual And The State    8. Naturalization    9. Political Science    10. Study Guides    11. United States    12. Citizenship & nationality law    13. Civil rights & citizenship    14. Law for the lay person    15. Living & working abroad    16. Study Aids / Citizenship    17. USA   

Reviews (2)

A great text and/or supplementary text
Today, teaching a lot of business mathematics classes, this is one of the Schaum's outline series I recommend as a study guide and textbook supplement, especially for intermediate courses in economic theory as all the main ideas are covered reasonably well.My students say they find the examples to be useful, and the homework problems (with solutions) to be accessible.I found a few mistakes here and there, but not many.
Macroeconomics (3rd Edition)
I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to have some understanding of macroeconomics.This book can be used as a supplemental text or for independent study or as review/reference material.The author, for the most part, presents clear and understandable concepts in a concise manner.Read more

Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Economics - Macroeconomics    3. Finance    4. Macroeconomics    5. Problems, exercises, etc    6. Study Guides    7. Business & Economics / Macroeconomics   

Subjects:  1. Automation    2. Business & Economics    3. Business / Economics / Finance    4. Business/Economics    5. Office Automation    6. Office management    7. Office practice    8. Secretarial Aids & Training    9. Study Guides    10. Business & Economics / Secretarial Aids & Training   

Reviews (5)

good
The book was what I needed but I later had to find more information to complete my work.Overall the book was fine.The service, well it took forever to get here, but okay.

Great reference for college bio
This book is definitely written in a reader friendly manner.It's nice and brief.It gets right to the point without having to read the same passage over and over again.I also recommend:
Goodsupplement
This is a good supplement for those taking a biology class. Explains things in a nice, condensed version. Reinforces knowledge in an easy, concise manner.Read more

Subjects:  1. Biology    2. Book Notes    3. Cliff's/ Monarch / Barron's Book Notes    4. Life Sciences - Biology - General    5. Outlines, syllabi, etc    6. Study Aids    7. Study Guides    8. Biology, Life Sciences    9. Science / Biology