Anthony Croft is Professor of Mathematics Education at Loughborough University.Robert Davison was formerly Head of Quality at the Faculty of Technology, De Montfort University.Martin Hargreaves is a Chartered PhysicistJames Flint is Senior Lecturer in Wireless Systems Engineering at Loughborough University.

A market-leading text providing a fundamental source of knowledge on key mathematical concepts every engineer needs.Mathematics for Engineers, 5th edition by Croft and Davidson, is the ultimate textbook in the field that will offer you the tools and support you need to develop vital mathematical skills for your profession.Practical, informal, and accessible, this book covers all requirements for a first-year engineering maths course, toge...

The story explores themes of love, duty, and societal expectations through the choices of its spirited heroine, Alice Vavasor. Torn between two suitors—her ambitious but unreliable cousin George and the steadfast yet conventional John Grey—Alice struggles to reconcile her desires with societal pressures. Meanwhile, subplots involving Lady Glencora’s arranged marriage and Mr. Cheesacre’s romantic rivalry add depth and humor. Trollope’s sharp social commentary and rich characterizations delv...

In Volume 3, Alice Vavasor seeks to resolve her tumultuous relationships, torn between George’s charm and John Grey’s steadfastness. As she confronts the consequences of her choices, Lady Glencora finds stability in her marriage, balancing duty with personal growth. Trollope masterfully concludes his exploration of love, forgiveness, and societal pressures, emphasizing redemption and self-awareness. With wit and insight, the novel critiques Victorian norms while celebrating resilience and ...

In Volume 2, Alice Vavasor’s internal conflict intensifies as her engagement to John Grey faces strain from her lingering feelings for her cousin George. Meanwhile, Lady Glencora’s struggles in her marriage to Plantagenet Palliser reveal the constraints of societal expectations, even as her bond with Burgo Fitzgerald threatens scandal. Trollope delves deeper into themes of love, duty, and forgiveness, exploring the tension between personal desires and moral obligations. With rich character...

The novel introduces a satirical portrayal of Victorian society, driven by greed, hypocrisy, and social ambition. Central to the story is Augustus Melmotte, a ruthless financier whose rise to power captivates and corrupts London’s elite. As his questionable schemes unfold, characters like Paul Montague and Marie Melmotte navigate love, loyalty, and moral dilemmas amidst a culture obsessed with wealth and status. Trollope critiques the materialism and ethical decay of the era, blending shar...

In Volume 3, the unraveling of Augustus Melmotte’s empire reaches its climax, exposing the moral and financial corruption that has consumed Victorian society. As scandals erupt, characters face the consequences of their greed and deceit, with Marie Melmotte asserting her independence and Paul Montague seeking redemption. Trollope masterfully concludes his critique of ambition and materialism, revealing the fragility of wealth and status. With biting satire and profound insight, this final ...

The web of deceit and ambition surrounding Augustus Melmotte tightens as his financial schemes grow more precarious. Characters like Paul Montague face mounting pressures from romantic entanglements and moral compromises, while Marie Melmotte rebels against her father’s control, yearning for independence. Trollope delves deeper into the greed and hypocrisy of Victorian society, exposing the fragility of reputations built on wealth and illusion. With sharp social critique and rich character...

This volume examines the erotic in the literature of medieval Britain, primarily in Middle English, but also in Latin, Welsh and Old French. Seeking to discover the nature of the erotic and how it differs from modern erotics, thecontributors address topics such as the Wife of Bath's opinions on marital eroticism, the role of clothing and nudity, the tension between eroticism and transgression, the interplay between religion and the erotic, and the hedonistic horrors of the cannibalistic Gi...