Although the science of acoustics is fundamental to the art of music; relatively few musicians understand the scientific properties of musical sound. The original purpose of Professor Backus's book was to collect and organize the scattered results of research; past and present; in the areas of scientific knowledge that are relevant to music: the physiological properties of sounds; the effect of acoustical environment; the acoustical behavior of musical instruments; and the various applications of electronics and computers to the production; reproduction; and composition of music. The aims and organization of the second edition remain the same; the results are more complete and up-to-date.
#551734 in Books Faragher John Mack 2016-01-11Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.60 x 1.70 x 6.50l; 2.22 #File Name: 0393051366624 pagesEternity Street Violence and Justice in Frontier Los Angeles
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Frontier/"Wild West" History of Los AngelesBy Kevin SpanglerJust finished Eternity Street. It was a very interesting read; and easy to follow as the story unfolds chronologically. Living in the area brings the story that much closer to home since I knew where all of the places described were; or were approximately because the Orange/Los Angeles County areas are no longer rural and are totally built up now. Many of the Rancho Homes where events took place are still in existence; or have historical markers set out where they used to stand. The "Pueblo Of Los Angeles" is still here; although as a very reduced area around the original Plaza. There is a map of contemporary Los Angeles with all of the locations laid out on it; and also a map of LA/Orange County (Orange County was part of LA County during the time of the book) showing all of the places described.The history unfolds like a novel in this book and keeps you interested all the way through. It's hard to believe some of the events that took place in the 1850s-'60s in the area. The Sheriff and most of his Posse were shot down in 1857 for instance; leading to one of the largest manhunts ever in California. The outlaws who perpetrated this crime were hunted down; and those who didn't "stop lead" were "jerked to eternity" when caught. This book is better than any Western; and a lot more exciting because it's the truth.I picked up two other copies of this book to hand out as presents. I highly recommend Eternity Street to anyone interested in the Frontier/"Wild West" history of Los Angeles. It all happened out here in Los Angeles long before it happened in Dodge City; Abilene; Deadwood; or Tombstone. We just didn't hear about it as much until this book brought it all together in one history.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Must Read for California history buffs!By Julie MendelsohnI grew up in Los Angeles; and learning the history behind so many of her named streets was icing on the cake. The events between the various factions in the growth of Los Angeles is fascinating! A wonderful book!!4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Must read for Los Angeles historians.By Robert L.Professor Faragher is a noted western historian. I am a person interested in the history of California and Los Angles. This book is a must read for people interested in the history of Los Angeles from the 1830's to the 1870's. It is not a chronological history as such; but a number of stories about the people in southern California. The book focuses on the violence of this frontier community and the interpersonal relations of the people. It helps the reader understand how a community experienced and dealt with violence. Often a frustrated people who do not have a adequate justice system resort to vigilantism. The book tells these stories in a very readable stile. For me; the book almost reads like a novel. It enriched the history of early Los Angeles for me. Buy it and enjoy the stories.
