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Fractal Cosmos 2009 Wall Calendar(more) »rank: 561474by: Alice Kelley
Our review: :Fractals are the visual depictions of mathematical equations, the same equations, in fact, that describe natural phenomena such as coastlines, plant shapes and weather patterns. A computer program assigns a color to each point in the image based on the answers to a chosen equation, which then results in abstract fractal shapes. Dozens of variables are manipulated in order to create these fascinating images. Equations representing the images accompany each picture. The Fractal Cosmos 2009 wall calendar features the organic designs of Alice Kelley, who says, 'Fractals are ... Detail |
Wacky Websites Page-A-Day Calendar 2009 (Original Page a Day Calendars)(more) »rank: 268917by: Workman Publishing Company
Our review: :When your boss turns her back, discover a new online escape with just a click of the mouse. Featuring the kookiest, funniest, oddest, geekiest, and most amusing sites out there, Wacky Websites offers a year of utterly addictive (if often pointless) entertainment. Flash back to the elementary school lunchroom with an online museum of lunch boxes (with matching thermoses, of course!). Learn the exciting sport of squirrel fishing. Plus a recipe for real southern moonshine, an Elvis-sighting bulletin board, a dictionary of British teen slang, and TGIF Time ... Detail |