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Mathematical Works Printed in the Americas, 1554–1700 (Johns Hopkins Studies in the History of Mathematics)

Thu, 02 Apr 2026
A comprehensive bibliography surveys mathematical works printed in the Americas between 1554 and 1700, presenting a detailed catalog of titles, authors, printers, and original locations. It distinguishes between "mathematical works" and almanacs, though it includes a significant section on the latter due to their mathematical content. The entries often provide contextual information about the works' mathematical concepts, such as the "rule of three" or congruent numbers, and describe illustrations or unique features like volvelles. Additionally, the text offers biographical details about the authors and discusses historical and printing considerations relevant to these early American publications, like currency conversions or the debate surrounding comets.

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Mathematics in Twentieth-Century Literature and Art: Content, Form, Meaning

Wed, 01 Apr 2026
Explores the multifaceted relationship between mathematical concepts and creative expression across the arts. It begins by examining surrealist writing and art, showcasing how mathematical surfaces, new geometries, and abstract ideas influenced artists like Man Ray and writers like André Breton. The text then investigates the role of axiomatic structures in art, such as Malevich's "Black Square," and in literature, connecting them to Hilbert's foundational work in geometry. Further chapters reveal how mathematical forms like the Möbius strip and Klein bottle provided literal and conceptual frameworks for narratives by authors like John Barth and Alain Robbe-Grillet, while also discussing the presence of infinite numbers and graph theory in literary choices. Finally, the source illustrates the use of mathematical principles in poetry, random art, and algorithmic composition, demonstrating how artists like Alfred Jensen and writers like Jackson Mac Low integrated numbers, prime numbers, and arbitrary systems into their creative processes, ultimately arguing for mathematics' significant role in understanding modern artistic thought.

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Networked Machinists: High-Technology Industries in Antebellum America (Johns Hopkins Studies in the History of Technology)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026
Explores the development of high-technology industries in the eastern United States between 1790 and 1860, predating the Silicon Valley phenomenon. The author highlights the crucial role of "networked machinists" in transforming metal manufacturing, machinery, and machine tool sectors. Meyer examines key industries like federal armories (Springfield and Harpers Ferry), iron foundries, steam engine works, and textile machinery production, illustrating how technological knowledge and skills were disseminated through informal networks rather than remaining proprietary. The text provides detailed case studies and statistical data to support the argument that these interconnected communities of practice were fundamental to the era's industrial growth, ultimately laying the groundwork for future American manufacturing leadership. The author also references primary sources such as government reports, census data, and historical accounts to substantiate his claims about the antebellum industrial landscape.

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Nested Ecology: The Place of Humans in the Ecological Hierarchy

Mon, 30 Mar 2026
Explores a comprehensive framework for understanding ecology through interconnected, "nested" domains. It argues that a sustainable environmental ecology hinges on developing sustainable personal and social ecologies, extending from individual well-being to family, community, and ultimately, cosmic levels. The text critically examines dominant economic paradigms and anthropocentric viewpoints, advocating for a pragmatic approach that integrates scientific and spiritual cosmologies to foster a sense of "householding" with the planet and universe, acknowledging humanity's inherent place within, and responsibility toward, these intricate systems. Wimberley synthesizes ideas from diverse thinkers, including Maslow's hierarchy of needs, theories of social ecology, deep ecology, and various religious and philosophical traditions, to build a holistic vision for ecological action.

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Neonatal Bioethics: The Moral Challenges of Medical Innovation

Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Explores the complex ethical, medical, and economic issues surrounding neonatal intensive care. It traces the evolution of neonatology through three eras: innovation and individualism (1965-1982), exposed ignorance (1982-1992), and the end of medical progress (1992-present). The text highlights significant controversies, such as the Baby Doe case, which sparked debates about infant mortality, quality of life, and the role of parental and medical authority in treatment decisions. It further examines the cost-effectiveness of Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs), challenges in prognostic accuracy for premature infants, and various approaches to shared decision-making in critical situations, including the moral distinction between withholding and withdrawing life support. The overarching theme is how society and the medical field have grappled with the moral imperatives created by advanced medical technology and the continuous effort to define ethical standards in the care of critically ill newborns.

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