John W. Rittinghouse
James F. Ransome

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Acknowledgments

Lots of people besides the author contribute to the great effort that is required to take an idea from scratch and see it become a finished product. In reality, the author usually depends on quite a few others to help in keeping things in order. This is something that is very true in the case of getting this book out the door and into your hands. Many people deserve our gratitude and thanks.