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At the beginning of the twentieth century, college algebra was taught differently than it is nowadays. There are many topics that are now part of calculus or analysis classes. Other topics are covered only in abstract form in a modern algebra class on field theory. Fine's College Algebra offers the reader a chance to learn the origins of a variety of topics taught in today's curriculum, while also learning valuable techniques that, in some cases, are almost forgotten.In the early 1900s, methods were often emphasized, rather than abstract principles. In this book, Fine includes detailed discussions of techniques of solving quadratic and cubic equations, as well as some discussion of fourth-order equations. There are also detailed treatments of partial fractions, the method of undetermined coefficients, and synthetic division.The book is ostensibly an algebra book; however, it covers many topics that are found throughout today's curriculum:calculus and analysis: infinite series, partial fractions, undetermined coefficients, properties of continuous functions, number theory: continued fractions, probability: basic results in probability. Though the book is structured as a textbook, modern mathematicians will find it a delight to dip into. There are many gems that have been overlooked by today's emphasis on abstraction and generality. By revisiting familiar topics, such as continued fractions or solutions of polynomial equations, modern readers will enrich their knowledge of fundamental areas of mathematics, while gaining concrete methods for working with their modern incarnations. The book is suitable for undergraduates, graduate students, and researchers interested in algebra. ... Read more

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A compelling coming-of-age story about a 13 year old boy in

the pre-Civil War south attempting to make sense of the surrounding

chaos. As he comes to terms with his father’s involvement

in the Underground Railroad and his mother’s antipathy

toward abolitionism young Robert finds himself at a crossroads.

His best friend is a black boy named William Henry and the

dehumanizing effects of slavery are unquestionable in Robert’s

mind – he realizes he cannot just sit idly by. His family is pitted

against him and Robert’s feelings of justice and family loyalty have

enough conflict to start a war of their own…

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William Henry Is A Fine Name...Fantastic Read!!!
This is a brilliant coming of age story which follows thirteen-year-old Robert as he grows up in the pre-Civil War era of the Southern United States.Robert is such an innocent boy who loves his mother, father and his best friend William Henry.Robert's mother Caroline, views slavery as normal and Robert takes this same view as his best friend, William Henry, is a free slave, so Robert's compassion for the slaves is palpable.When he witnesses the atrocity of a slave having his foot axed off, Robert can barely stand-by and watch these things happen and not do anything to help.

His father, Charles, disappears at night and Robert has no idea why or where he is going until he learns that William Henry understands very well what these late night jaunts are all about.But other people consider William Henry a nothing because he is a free black.Robert couldn't figure out "...why a man who worked from dawn till dark as hard as Pa did would want to go traipsing off in the middle of the night.He never took a lantern off the hook..."

As Robert matures and continues to witness the terrible violence the slaves must endure, he realizes he himself must decide how he truly feels about slavery and whether he wants to go against the grain of most of his family members on this issue.

Once Robert learns his father is involved with the Underground Railroad and his mother's opposition to slavery, he realizes that he himself must decide to take a firm stand one way or another and he very soon is presented with the opportunity to find out. But Robert is conflicted between family loyalty and doing what he believes is right.

Cathy's writing ability is nothing short of genius!It is so descriptive that I felt like I was morphed into the pages of the book and was a silent and invisible member of the family watching and listening to what was going on.This is one of the best books I've read in a long while and would highly recommend this to everyone.I am about to begin the second book:"I Have Seen Him In The Watchfires", which continues Robert's story and I'm anticipating it's going to be as good as the first!!

Worthy of a Christy Award
This is probably the best juvenile Christian fiction I have read from the current generation. The Christy Award for inspirational fiction that it won in the juvenile and young adult category is well deserved. It is a powerful story of a boy torn between his abolitionist father's activities in the Underground Railroad, his Southern Belle mother, and his free colored best friend, William Henry. Robert must reach his own conclusions about the morality of slavery and if and when it is right to break the law. His thinking and spiritual commitment are aided by visiting preacher, Andrew Goforth. Mr. Goforth's dialogue is more 'preachy' than the story as a whole, but not inappropriate to a nineteenth century preacher. Lots of dramatic tension. Slave owners are portrayed as real people, some evil, but some sincere, even as they are mired in their warped worldview. Along with Robert we have to weigh the pros and cons and expose the false reasoning of slave owners. There are scenes of violence and horror appropriate to the subject matter. I wasn't sure I found the motivation for the trip north completely believable on Robert's part, but it was effective in showing the working on the Underground Railroad.

William Henry is a Fine Name book review

Set in Maryland prior to the Civil War, this coming of age tale of thirteen-year-old Robert Glover is packed with action, adventure, laughter, and tears. We join Robert and his family at their home in Elkton, Maryland, where his father, Charles, works as overseer on a Quaker farm. Mr. Heath, Charles' employer, freed his slaves, and now pays them to work the land alongside Charles and Robert. Robert's mother Caroline hails from a prominent slave holding family in North Carolina, and loyalties are challenged when The Underground Railroad is nearly discovered in Robert's area.

Many secrets are revealed the summer Robert turns thirteen, including the fact that Mr. Heath and Robert's father work with The Underground Railroad. William Henry, son of freed slaves that work for Mr. Heath, is Robert's best friend. Robert and William Henry grew up together, but until that summer, William Henry has a better idea than Robert of why skin color matters.

Robert also meets his North Carolina relatives that year, which further clarifies his growing convictions concerning slavery. Will Robert step up and fill the shoes his Grandfather wants him to fill as sole heir of the North Carolina family plantation? Or will Robert join his father in the Underground Railroad?

Cathy Gohlke paints an inspiring and realistic portrait of life just prior to the Civil War. Robert's story serves to richly illuminate the past while entertaining the reader. The book's informative and entertaining value will appeal to ages 12-100. It would also be a wonderful teaching tool for those studying American history. This book is a marvelous testimony to the genre of historical fiction. In my opinion, this book is a winner!

A Fantastic Historical Fiction

Set in pre-Civil War America, this novel weaves the story of a 13-year old boy who enjoyed an innocent life until he became caught in the turmoil of evils he never knew existed. Exposed to the horrors of slavery, Robert Clover must now decide what course of action he is to take.His family is divided on the matter and he wages a battle within himself. And then he makes his choice.
Although this book started out slow, once it got going, I didn't want to put it down! Filled with unexpected twists, quality character development, and a story that will tug on your heart, this isn't a novel to miss.
I will only raise a warning and say this is not a children's story, even if it does revolve around a thirteen-year old.Committed to being historically accurate, it describes some of the atrocities that were caused by slavery.Characters speak of female slaves being violated by their white masters, a married woman flirts with a man other than her husband, and some violent content is scattered throughout the pages. While all these things are handled tactfully and are ultimately exposed as evil, parents still may want to wait for their kids to be a little older before giving them this book.
All that said, this was an entertaining, educational, and moving story. It was personally challenging, heart-wrenching, and caused me to really think.I hope it does the same for you.

A touching and facinating story.
Cathy Gohlke won the Christy award in 2007 for her first novel, William Henry is a Fine Name. I can't imagine a more deserving story.

Thirteen-year-old Robert Glover loves fishing and skunking and skinny-dipping with his best friend William Henry in Elkton, Maryland, 1859. Life is just as good as it can be, except for the howling dogs that wake him at night, his parents' muffled arguments, and his father's middle-of-the-night disappearances. Robert discovers his father is involved in helping slaves flee the south, and his mother--having grown up on a tobacco plantation in North Carolina--views slavery as a natural part of life.

Robert's mother receives word her father is dying, and she and Robert travel to North Carolina. Robert has never met his grandfather, but once the man is healthy, Robert cannot help but dislike him. He sees cruelty he never imagined on Grandfather's tobacco plantation. Back home, slaves are free, but in North Carolina, they are property. Robert must choose between his parents' differing beliefs, and his grandfather's new affection. He searches to know what is right and what, if anything, he can do about it.

I found this book touching and fascinating. I felt as if I was experiencing the Underground Railroad myself. Robert's character is so real and his journey and growth so powerful, he becomes a friend. I want to read more about his life and the wonderful way he lives it and am thrilled there is a sequel, I Have Seen Him in the Watchfires. I highly recommended this novel.
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