From the reviews: The authors emphasize experimental results, extensive critical compilation of relevant data, and novel approaches to the subject. ... The work is superb in its inclusion of extensive tabulations and thorough appendixes, together with detailed references. ... Summing Up: Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, researchers/faculty, and professionals. (A. Viste, Choice, Vol. 50 (11), July, 2013)