STG, the SIMPLE answer is "Yes, it's bigger." If you read Bill Robison a while, you'll be able to lose the dictionary and fictionary, and maybe the intuitive guide to his universe, but be patient. Bill is a great asset here, once you can translate. Oh, you'll need an engineering degree, too.

He's old, too, but ugly. Yet, there is no alternative to loving him. Ask his wife. Uh, well, maybe not. Ask his DAUGHTER.

Jack