Paul S Addison Libros

Winston Churchill was the greatest wartime prime minister in Britain’s history. To his defenders he was not only the man who saved the West from the tyranny of Nazi Germany, but an exceptional human being, abounding in physical and moral courage, a genius who stood head and shoulders above his rivals. To his detractors, he was more of a liability than an asset in World War Two, sacri cing the interests of Britain to those of the Soviet Union and the United States. In this short, incisive guide, Paul Addison, the author of the Dictionary of National Biography entry on Churchill, analyses his extraordinary career and looks at the radically different ways in which historians have seen him

Offering a practical introduction to fractal geometry and chaotic dynamics, this book is designed for both classroom use and self-study. It emphasizes visual learning through numerous illustrations, making complex concepts more accessible. The text avoids advanced mathematics to streamline understanding, while also including a variety of problems to reinforce comprehension. Suitable for undergraduate courses, it serves as a comprehensive resource for readers interested in these fascinating scientific and engineering topics.

From May to September 1940, during a period that saw some of the most dramatic events of the war - the evacuation from Dunkirk, and, the Battle of Britain - the Ministry of Information compiled daily reports on the morale of the nation for circulation within Whitehall. These reports provide insight into the unfolding drama of Britain at war.

The second edition offers a comprehensive update on wavelet transform methods, integrating recent advancements in both theory and practical applications. It serves as a valuable resource for professionals and students across various fields, including science, engineering, medicine, and finance, highlighting the versatility and effectiveness of wavelet transforms in real-world scenarios.

The Road to 1945 is a rigorously researched study of the crucial moment when political parties put aside their differences to unite under Churchill and focus on the task of war. But the war years witnessed a radical shift in political power - dramatically expressed in Labour's decisive electoral victory in 1945.