Martin Kleppman Designing Data-Intensive Application 2nd ed 9781098119065

The product is a textbook titled “Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big Ideas Behind Reliable, Scalable, and Maintainable Systems” by authors Martin Kleppmann and Chris Riccomini. Published by O’Reilly Media, it covers a range of subjects including Web Services, Data Modeling, Desktop Applications, Data Warehousing, Data Processing, and Data Mining. This 2nd edition book, set to be released in 2026, provides insights into designing data-intensive applications for adult education and further study. It is a comprehensive resource for students and professionals looking to enhance their understanding of building reliable and scalable systems.

Rebel Private: Front & Rear by William A Fletcher—1st Ed/1954—HC/DJ & Illus

“Rebel Private: Front & Rear” by William A Fletcher is a vintage, first-edition, hardcover book published in 1954 by the University of Texas Press. The book presents view of the Civil War from the eyes of a Confederate soldier who had a case of cowardice and then turned around and displayed heroism. The book features illustrations by William & Julian Fletcher, and comes with a dust jacket. The book is in great shape for its age. The binding is intact and firm and pages are clean and free of tears. The dust jacket has signs of wear, consistent with its age, and the cover of the book remains in great shape (see photos). This book would be a wonderful addition to any collection of Civil War literature.

Blue Genes and Polyester Plants – New PB

What is the world’s largest single cell organism? What type of grass can support more weight per square inch than concrete? What male mammal makes breast milk? Why are dancing cockroaches so fascinating to mathematicians? In this fascinating book, find out facts about everything from blue roses and deep earthquakes to singing sand dunes and ticking hourglasses. Based on cutting-edge scientific research, here are hundreds of juicy tidbits culled from every corner of science — including biology, medicine, engineering, technology, zoology, chemistry, and astronomy. This 194-page book will inform, entertain and astound you! Science/Trivia. New condition.