Explains how recent technological advancements are changing the way scientists see and explore the worldfrom the death of a star to the inner workings of the human brainand comes complete with glossary, sidebars, photos, index, and more.

Scientific Visualization: The New Eyes of Science (New Century Technology)

Children's Books

Baker, Christopher W.

Science, Nature & How It Works

Millbrook Pr

In Social Problems: A Service Learning Approach, authors Corey Dolgon and Chris Baker integrate an innovative case study approach into a comprehensive introduction that helps students understand how they can address social problems in their communities by applying basic theories and concepts.

Social Problems: A Service Learning Approach

Politics & Social Sciences

Dolgon, Corey W.

Sociology

Sage Publications, Inc.

Explains how the computer is used to create animation and compares the approach to traditional animation

Let There Be Life! Animating with the Computer

Walker Co

A fascinating introduction to the world of computer animation explains how the computer has changed the world of film and television animation, using full-color clips from movies and ads to show how dinosaurs can come to life and dolls can move like humans.

Let There Be Life!: Animating With the Computer (Haunted America Series)

A full-color, illustrated introduction to computer special affects in the popular media. In non-technical terms it uncovers the mystery behind computer-generated illusion in film and TV, describing techniques such as 3-D modeling, motion blur, morphing, digital matte painting, human motion capture, and more. Examples are taken from popular movies, TV shows, music videos and commercials.

How Did They Do It?: Computer Illusion in Film & TV

Computers & Technology

Software

Alpha Books