ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

First, special thanks to Greg Ruggiero for his belief in this project and his help in bringing it to fruition. Also to the following for reading and providing thoughtful comments: Eric Hirsch, Sarah Hirsch, Joni Hirsch, Marjorie Hirsch, Howard Shapiro, Chris Merkling, David Shipler, and Alan Morrison. Evan Caminker, as is his wont, went above and beyond, reading and commenting on multiple drafts. Their numerous suggestions, large and small, have enriched this project.