%----------------------------------------------------------------------------- % Beginning of README-AMSTEXT.TXT %----------------------------------------------------------------------------- AMERICAN MATHEMATICAL SOCIETY 201 Charles Street Providence, RI 02904-2294 USA AMSTEXT STYLE PACKAGE --------------------- This package contains files to help authors use AMS-LaTeX to prepare a manuscript for publication in the AMS book series Pure and Applied Undergraduate Texts. We assume that the following software is installed on your system. LaTeX version 2e, December 1995 or later AMS classes version 2.20.1, July 2009 or later amsmath version 2.13, July 2000 or later AMSFonts version 2.0, January 1995 or later The current versions of these collections are included in the "required" subset of TeX Live, as well as in most other common distributions. If you have an older version of LaTeX or AMS-LaTeX, please upgrade, You can retrieve the current versions of amsmath and the AMS classes from CTAN at http://www.ctan.org/tex-archive/macros/latex/required We also assume that you are familiar with LaTeX and AMS-LaTeX document structuring commands such as \section, \footnote, \newtheorem, etc., and with the techniques for inputting math expressions. 1) This package contains the following files. general files README-AMSTEXT.TXT overview of the AMSTEXT package (this file) Author_Handbook_Mono.pdf AMS Author Handbook creating-graphics.pdf Creating graphics for use in books and journals AMSTEXT-specific files amstext-l.cls AMSTEXT document class file amstext-l-template.tex AMSTEXT topmatter template sample document files amstext-doc.tex series documentation source file amstext-doc.pdf series documentation PDF file 2) Start by making a copy of the file amstext-l-template.tex to .tex, using a distinct name (perhaps your last name) in place of . This will be your "driver file". Fill in the top matter (title, author(s), etc.) following the instructions that appear as comments in the file. Please note that the title page generated by this package is intended as a placeholder, for information only. The final title page will be created at the AMS using the information provided on this placeholder page. We recommend that chapters be prepared as separate files, beginning with \chapter{...} and ending with \endinput; the chapters in the documentation source file can be used as models. The chapter files are then called in using the \include{...} commands in your driver file. 3) More detailed instructions are given in the Author Handbook. This manual is also available via the web from a link on the page http://www.ams.org/authors/author-handbook The handbook includes a checklist to be consulted, before keyboarding your manuscript, in order to avoid the most common problems, as well as detailed instructions for submitting your files to the AMS. 4) If your textbook will contain figures, print out, or view on screen, the file creating-graphics.pdf and read it. This file contains general and specific guidelines for preparation of graphics (line art, photographs, and other forms of illustrations) in a manner that will ensure their accurate reproduction in print and on-line. 5) The source and printable versions of the series documentation, amstext-doc.tex and amstext-doc.pdf, illustrate the series style and explain its special features. Do NOT use the amstext-doc.tex file as a "starter" for your textbook. Use the template file instead. The documentation source file should be used only for your reference. 6) Various technical and administrative information can be found in the AMS Author FAQ: http://www.ams.org/authors/author-faq.html This resource contains information on various topics that have been the subject of questions to our Technical Support Group, as well as links to other useful web pages, including the page with instructions for submitting files when your manuscript is ready. Should you have any technical questions that aren't answered by the FAQ, please contact our Technical Support Group. The most effective method is to send electronic mail to tech-support@ams.org, including a concise statement of the problem, along with (if appropriate) a brief file that illustrates the problem and the log of your attempt to LaTeX the file. If e-mail is not an option, you can call 800-321-4AMS (800-321-4267, in the U.S. or Canada) or 401-455-4080, or write to Technical Support, Publications Technical Group, AMS, 201 Charles Street, Providence, RI 02904-2294. [2016/09/27, readme-amstext.txt] %----------------------------------------------------------------------------- % End of README-AMSTEXT.TXT %-----------------------------------------------------------------------------