From one of the premier authors in higher education comes a new linear algebra textbook that fosters mathematical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and exposure to real-world applications. Without sacrificing mathematical precision, Anton and Busby focus on the aspects of linear algebra that are most likely to have practical value to the student while not compromising the intrinsic mathematical form of the subject. Throughout Contemporary Linear Algebra, students are encouraged to look at ideas and problems from multiple points of view.

Solutions and reasoning for in-text practice problems

The Student Solutions Manual to accompany Contemporary Linear Algebra provides solutions to the practice problems in the text. As rigorous practice is the key to success in any mathematics course, this book is an important resource for any algebra student using Contemporary Linear Algebra in class. Full solutions include graphs and diagrams as needed, and answers to Discussion and Discovery questions include the mathematical reasoning behind the correct solution. Smart students make use of all resources at...

The Lewinsky scandal provided President Clinton with a stern challenge to his political credibility in 1998-99. Having endured an investigation by an Independent Counsel, the President was impeached and only just retained the presidential office following a trial in the Senate. Robert Busby identifies and analyzes the damage limitation strategies adopted by the Clinton administration to contend with the Lewinsky scandal, and explains how and why Clinton survived the most serious Constitutional crisis since Watergate.

The marketing of politicians has increasingly revolved around the interplay between their social characteristics and their political appeal. The presentation of political leaders as 'ordinary' has become an important criteria for their electoral standing. Marketing the Populist Politician examines how and why selected political leaders from the United Kingdom and United States have adopted a populist remit and presented their ordinariness as an asset when engaging in a fight for popular credibility. It considers how emotional values and social hardship appear to be contemporary...

The Iran-Contra scandal rocked the Reagan presidency to its core in late 1986 and 1987. This text examines the efforts of the Reagan administration to recover its public credibility in the 12 months following the exposure of controversial covert operations. Via comparative analysis it explores the impact of scandal upon the presidential office, the problems which confronted President Reagan during Iran-Contra and the centrality of damage-control efforts to the well-being of the modern presidency.