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Book SynopsisPema Chödrön reveals the vast potential for happiness, wisdom and courage even in the most painful circumstances.Pema Chödrön teaches that there is a fundamental opportunity for happiness right within our reach, yet we usually miss it ironically, while we are caught up in attempt to escape pain and suffering.This accessible guide to compassionate living shows us how we can use painful emotions to cultivate wisdom, compassion and courage, ways of communication that lead to openness and true intimacy with others, practices for reversing our negative habitual patterns, methods for working with chaotic situations and ways to cultivate compassionate, energetic social actionRecently profiled in Oprah's O magazine, Pema Chödrön is a spiritual teacher for anyone whether they have a spiritual path or not. Her heartfelt advice and wisdom (developed in her 20 years of practice as a Tibetan Buddhist nun as well as her years previously as a normal housewife and mother') give her a wide appeal. This advice strikes just the right note, offering us comfort and challenging us to live deeply and contribute to creating a more loving world.Trade Review‘‘Pema’s deep experience and her fresh way of looking at things are like mountain water – clear and deep.’ Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart and After the Ecstasy, the Laundry. ‘As one of Pema Chödrön’s grateful students, I have been learning the most pressing and necessary lesson of all: how to keep opening wider my own heart.’ Alice Walker ‘It is a lively and accessible take on ancient techniques for transforming terror and pain into joy and compassion.’ O, the Oprah Winfrey magazine

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Book SynopsisAs an easily accessible companion to Raymond Perrin's The Perrin Technique 2nd Edition, this handbook provides the basics of the why and the how of the Perrin Technique so that ME/CFS and fibromyalgia sufferers who are severely fatigued and unable to read - or even hold - a 530 page book can still obtain the core information needed to understand the importance of good neurolymphatic drainage to health and to recovery. For a thorough understanding of the structural and neuro-immunological problems that can lead to myalgic encephalomyelitis, chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, the comprehensive book is essential but for those who just want the basics - why they are ill, why they have the symptoms they have and what they need to do to get better - the Concise Perrin Technique offers illustrated, step-by-step guidance along with answers to the FAQs that Dr Perrin has encountered over 30 years of treating ME/CFS with manual technique.Table of ContentsThe basics - how the Perrin Technique works; CFS/ME and FMS - what's really going on? The role of toxins in MC/CFS and FMS; The stages leading to ME/CFS and FMS; Treatment for CFS/ME and FMS using the Perrin Technique; FAQs; Common pathological and radiological tests; The Perrin questionnaire for ME/CFS and FMS; Resources

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Book SynopsisFully updated fifth edition of the classic introduction to social and cultural anthropologyTrade Review'A masterful introduction to the wide range of subjects studied by anthropologists as well as to the distinctive perspectives they bring to bear on these matters.' -- Vered Amit, Professor Emerita of Anthropology, Concordia University'In almost three decades since it was first published, this book has evolved with its subject, magnificently corroborating its author’s thesis, that the best anthropology addresses timeless themes of the human condition through a relentless focus on the contemporary. In a novelty-obsessed age, Eriksen’s encyclopaedic tour of comparative anthropology teaches us to build on classical foundations. This is not just another book in the library of anthropology; it is an entire anthropological library in one book.' -- Tim Ingold, Emeritus Professor of Social Anthropology, University of Aberdeen'Remains among the most brilliant summaries of key ideas animating anthropology. In his famously accessible writing style, Eriksen introduces fundamental questions that shape human life, and provides an overview of the discipline’s contribution to the pressing issues of our times. The new version will not only appeal to beginners, but is also a must-read for established professionals.' -- Ursula Rao, Director, Anthropology of Politics and Governance, Max-Planck-Institute for Social Anthropology'Draws students into exploring our human diversity in all its intriguing manifestations, offering a wonderful way to grasp the excitement of anthropology and its focus on what it means to be human.' -- Rob Borofsky, Center for a Public Anthropology'Authoritative, challenging, accessible, up-to-date, this is a splendid introduction to modern social anthropology. I would press it on anyone who wants a better grasp of the diversity of human ways of living. And it is a must-read for students.' -- Adam Kuper, Centennial Professor of Anthropology, London School of Economics'This classic volume is quite simply the best introduction there is to social and cultural anthropology. Deeply grounded in the history of anthropological thought, it is also thoroughly up to date. More than that, it is unfailingly engaging, clear and accurate. There is no better place to go to begin to learn why anthropology has been and remains a vital discipline in the contemporary world.' -- Joel Robbins, Sigrid Rausing Professor of Social Anthropology, University of Cambridge'Small Places, Large Issues shows us Thomas Hylland Eriksen in his admirable triple capacity as an anthropologist: the scholar, with depth and breadth of knowledge, and with a critical sense; the statesman, negotiating with fairness between anthropological camps; and the journalist, with a sense of what is new, zooming between close-up and Big Picture, and writing clearly about it all.' -- Ulf Hannerz'This wonderfully lucid introduction to social and cultural anthropology readily captures students' attention. By delineating the past and present development of the discipline, Eriksen underscores continuities and challenges that inform the practice of anthropology in today's world. In presenting anthropology as a means for elucidating large issues through the analysis of small places, the book speaks eloquently to anthropology's intellectual vibrance and practical value.' -- Noel Dyck, Professor of Social Anthropology, Simon Fraser UniversityTable of ContentsSeries Preface Preface to the fifth edition 1. Anthropology: Comparison and Context 2. A Brief History of Anthropology 3. Fieldwork and Ethnography 4. The Social Person 5. Local Organisation 6. Person and Society 7. Kinship as Descent 8. Marriage and Relatedness 9. Social differentiation 1: Gender and Age 10. Social differentiation 2: Caste and Class 11. Religion and Ritual 12. Language and Cognition 13. Politics and Power 14. Political identity 1: Ethnicity and the Politics of Identity 15. Political identity 2: Nationalism and Minorities 16. Economic Anthropology 1: Exchange and Consumption 17. Economic Anthropology 2: Production and Technology 18. Humanity and the Biosphere 19. Complexity and Change 20. Medical Anthropology 21. Anthropology and the Paradoxes of Globalisation 22. The Anthropology of Climate Change Epilogue: Making Anthropology Matter Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisGrowing up, Chlo Hayden felt like she''d crash-landed on an alien planet where nothing made sense. Eye contact? Small talk? And why are you people so touch-oriented? She moved between 10 schools in 8 years, struggling to become a person she believed society would accept, and was eventually diagnosed with autism and ADHD. When a life-changing group of allies showed her that different did not mean less, she learned to celebrate her true voice and find her happily ever after. This is a moving, at times funny story of how it feels to be neurodivergent as well as a practical guide, with advice for living with meltdowns and shutdowns, tips for finding supportive communities and much more. Whether you''re neurodivergent or supporting those who are,Different, Not Lesswill inspire you to create a more inclusive world where everyone feels like they belong.

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Book SynopsisIntroducing an expanded edition of the #1 international bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life now includes two bonus chapters. This spiritual journey will transform your answer to life's most important question: What on earth am I here for? Simplify your life, increase your motivation, discover God's amazing plan for you both now and for eternity.Trade ReviewMovie stars and political leaders aren't the only ones turning to Rick Warren for spiritual guidance. Millions of people--from NBA and LPGA players to corporate executives to high school students to prison inmates--meet regularly to discuss The Purpose Driven Life. -Time

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Book SynopsisNew edition of a highly successful student textbook. An introductory text for the complete novice in statistics, starting with very basic concepts. It enables students to handle numerical data and critically appraise the statistical methodology in veterinary and animal science literature.Trade Review“This book succeeds in this and represents an appropriate text for anyone wishing to understand or produce veterinary and animal science research.” (Veterinary Record, 14 December 2013) “Any who carry out or interpret statistical results in a veterinary practice will find this a powerful read, packed with ideas presented in a non-mathematical method clear of jargon but pertinent to any daily practice.” (Midwest Book Review, 1 September 2013) “This book offers a good introduction to the most important tests used in veterinary statistics. It provides readers with relevant information on appropriate tests, computer programs, and use of the data. All the data is current and a website provides updated information.” (Doody’s, 6 September 2013) “It also seems likely that the third edition of the book will be positively received and meet with approval from those looking for an introduction to statistics for students taking degree programs in veterinary medicine and animal sciences. Although written primarily with students and practitioners of veterinary medicine in mind, Statistics for Veterinary and Animal Science also has much to offer students and researchers within other branches of the biological sciences.” (Aquaculture International, 22 July 2013)Table of ContentsPreface to third edition ix Preface to second edition xi Preface to first edition xiii About the companion website xv 1 The whys and wherefores of statistics 1 1.1 Learning objectives 1 1.2 Aims of the book 1 1.3 What is statistics? 2 1.4 Statistics in veterinary and animal science 3 1.5 Evidence-based veterinary medicine 4 1.6 Types of variable 4 1.7 Variations in measurements 5 1.8 Terms relating to measurement quality 7 1.9 Populations and samples 9 1.10 Types of statistical procedures 10 1.11 Conclusion 10 Exercises 10 2 Descriptive statistics 12 2.1 Learning objectives 12 2.2 Summarizing data 12 2.3 Empirical frequency distributions 12 2.4 Tables 14 2.5 Diagrams 15 2.6 Numerical measures 19 2.7 Reference interval 24 Exercises 25 3 Probability and probability distributions 28 3.1 Learning objectives 28 3.2 Probability 28 3.3 Probability distributions 30 3.4 Discrete probability distributions 31 3.5 Continuous probability distributions 33 3.6 Relationships between distributions 42 Exercises 43 4 Sampling and sampling distributions 46 4.1 Learning objectives 46 4.2 Distinction between the sample and the population 46 4.3 Statistical inference 46 4.4 Sampling distribution of the mean 48 4.5 Confidence interval for a mean 50 4.6 Sampling distribution of the proportion 52 4.7 Confidence interval for a proportion 53 4.8 Bootstrapping and jackknifing 53 Exercises 54 5 Experimental design and clinical trials 55 5.1 Learning objectives 55 5.2 Types of study 55 5.3 Introducing clinical trials 59 5.4 Importance of design in the clinical trial 60 5.5 Control group 61 5.6 Assignment of animals to the treatment groups 62 5.7 Avoidance of bias in the assessment procedure 65 5.8 Increasing the precision of the estimates 66 5.9 Further considerations 68 Exercises 73 6 An introduction to hypothesis testing 75 6.1 Learning objectives 75 6.2 Introduction 75 6.3 Basic concepts of hypothesis testing 75 6.4 Type I and Type II errors 79 6.5 Distinction between statistical and biological significance 80 6.6 Confidence interval approach to hypothesis testing 81 6.7 Collecting our thoughts on confidence intervals 82 6.8 Equivalence and non-inferiority studies 82 Exercises 83 7 Hypothesis tests 1 – the t-test: comparing one or two means 85 7.1 Learning objectives 85 7.2 Requirements for hypothesis tests for comparing means 85 7.3 One-sample t-test 87 7.4 Two-sample t-test 89 7.5 Paired t-test 92 Exercises 96 8 Hypothesis tests 2 – the F-test: comparing two variances or more than two means 100 8.1 Learning objectives 100 8.2 Introduction 100 8.3 The F-test for the equality of two variances 100 8.4 Levene’s test for the equality of two or more variances 102 8.5 Analysis of variance (ANOVA) for the equality of means 102 8.6 One-way analysis of variance 105 Exercises 109 9 Hypothesis tests 3 – the Chi-squared test: comparing proportions 112 9.1 Learning objectives 112 9.2 Introduction 112 9.3 Testing a hypothesis about a single proportion 112 9.4 Comparing two proportions: independent groups 113 9.5 Testing associations in an r × c contingency table 117 9.6 Comparing two proportions: paired observations 120 9.7 Chi-squared goodness-of-fit test 122 Exercises 123 10 Linear correlation and regression 126 10.1 Learning objectives 126 10.2 Introducing linear correlation and regression 126 10.3 Linear correlation 127 10.4 Simple (univariable) linear regression 132 10.5 Regression to the mean 142 Exercises 142 11 Further regression analyses 146 11.1 Learning objectives 146 11.2 Introduction 146 11.3 Multiple (multivariable) linear regression 147 11.4 Multiple logistic regression: a binary response variable 154 11.5 Poisson regression 159 11.6 Regression methods for clustered data 161 Exercises 163 12 Non-parametric statistical methods 165 12.1 Learning objectives 165 12.2 Parametric and non-parametric tests 165 12.3 Sign test 167 12.4 Wilcoxon signed rank test 169 12.5 Wilcoxon rank sum test 171 12.6 Non-parametric analyses of variance 173 12.7 Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient 175 Exercises 178 13 Further aspects of design and analysis 181 13.1 Learning objectives 181 13.2 Transformations 181 13.3 Sample size 184 13.4 Sequential and interim analysis 189 13.5 Meta-analysis 190 13.6 Methods of sampling 194 Exercises 198 14 Additional techniques 200 14.1 Learning objectives 200 14.2 Diagnostic tests 200 14.3 Bayesian analysis 208 14.4 Measuring agreement 211 14.5 Measurements at successive points in time 218 14.6 Survival analysis 221 14.7 Multivariate analysis 226 Exercises 227 15 Some specialized issues and procedures 230 15.1 Learning objectives 230 15.2 Introduction 230 15.3 Ethical and legal issues 230 15.4 Spatial statistics and geospatial information systems 233 15.5 Veterinary surveillance 237 15.6 Molecular and quantitative genetics 240 Exercises 242 16 Evidence-based veterinary medicine 243 16.1 Learning objectives 243 16.2 Introduction 243 16.3 What is evidence-based veterinary medicine? 244 16.4 Why has evidence-based veterinary medicine developed? 244 16.5 What is involved in practising evidence-based veterinary medicine? 245 16.6 Integrating evidence-based veterinary medicine into clinical practice 249 16.7 Example 249 Exercises 250 17 Reporting guidelines 252 17.1 Learning objectives 252 17.2 Introduction to reporting guidelines (EQUATOR network) 252 17.3 REFLECT statement (livestock and food safety RCTs) 254 17.4 ARRIVE guidelines (research using laboratory animals) 255 17.5 STROBE statement (observational studies) 255 17.6 STARD statement (diagnostic accuracy) 256 17.7 PRISMA statement (systematic reviews and meta-analysis) 256 18 Critical appraisal of reported studies 269 18.1 Learning objectives 269 18.2 Introduction 269 18.3 A template for critical appraisal of published research involving animals 270 18.4 Paper 1 273 18.5 Critical appraisal of paper 1 284 18.6 Paper 2 288 18.7 Critical appraisal of paper 2 297 18.8 General conclusion 302 Solutions to exercises 303 Appendices 323 A Statistical tables 323 B Tables of confidence intervals 339 C Glossary of notation 341 D Glossary of terms 345 E Flowcharts for selection of appropriate tests 368 References 371 Index 379 Colour plate section can be found facing page 240

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Book SynopsisFascinated by the myth of Cupid and Psyche throughout his life, C. S. Lewis reimagines their story from the perspective of Psyche's sister, Orual.I saw well why the gods do not speak to us openly, nor let us answer . . . Why should they hear the babble that we think we mean? How can they meet us face to face till we have faces?'Till We Have Facesis a brilliant examination of envy, betrayal, loss, blame, grief, guilt, and conversion. In this, his final and most mature and masterful novel, Lewis reminds us of our own fallibility and the role of a higher power in our lives.Trade Review‘The most significant and triumphant work he has yet produced’—The New York Herald Tribune Book Review ‘He has quite a unique power for making theology an attractive, exciting and fascinating quest.’— Times Literary Supplement “I read Lewis for comfort and pleasure many years ago, and a glance into the books revives my old admiration.”—John Updike “C. S. Lewis is the ideal persuader for the half-convinced, for the good man who would like to be a Christian but finds his intellect getting in the way.”—New York Times “Lewis, perhaps more than any other twentieth-century writer, forced those who listened to him and read his works to come to terms with their own philosophical presuppositions.”—Los Angeles Times

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Book SynopsisEquine anatomical structure and terminology is universally regarded as one of the most difficult aspects of equine studies. Equine students have long been familiar with Goody''s Horse Anatomy: The Pictorial Approach to Equine Structure, a textbook used in equine colleges all over the world. Now, based on this classic work, talented equestrian artist, Maggie Raynor, has prepared a workbook designed to make learning not only easier, but a lot more fun. Students are asked to label or colour various parts of the equine body in a succession of exercises covering every part of the horse and every aspect of its structure, from the skeleton to the outer surfaces. A natural stable mate to Horse Anatomy, The Horse Anatomy Workbook will assist a new generation of students to familiarize themselves with equine structure and terminology.Trade Review'Overall, this is a solid learning tool.' Horsemen's Yankee Pedlar

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Book SynopsisA work on attention deficit disorder in adults, this title explores the science, diagnostic process, and treatment options, and provides both moral support and practical tips for reducing chaos and disorganization, improving memory, and forging better relationships at home and work.

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleHerriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight. -- Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire Shepherdess

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Book SynopsisA compelling and groundbreaking defence of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) from two expert authors

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Book SynopsisDestress, find your community, and practice self-love with these 100+ exercises to reinforce ADHD as a strength. When you have ADHD, it can be hard to stay on top of your wellness. Self-Care for People with ADHD is here to help!This book can help you engage in some neurodiverse self-care—without pretending to be neurotypical. You’ll find more than 100 tips to accepting yourself, destigmatizing ADHD, finding your community, and taking care of your physical and mental health. You’ll find solutions for managing the negative aspects of ADHD, as well as ideas to bring out the positive aspects. With expert advice from psychiatrist and clinician Sasha Hamdani, MD, Self-Care for People with ADHD will help you live your life to the fullest!Trade Review"Very ADHD-friendly, with lots of short snippets on ways to engage in self-care as an ADHDer." —Neurodivergent Insights“You can tell Self-Care for People With ADHD is written by someone who gets it.” —theSkimm

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Book SynopsisThe best-selling author of Leonardo da Vinci and Steve Jobs returns. In 2012, Nobel Prize winning scientist Jennifer Doudna hit upon an invention that will transform the future of the human race: an easy-to-use tool that can edit DNA. Known as CRISPR, it opened a brave new world of medical miracles and moral questions. It has already been deployed to cure deadly diseases, fight the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, and make inheritable changes in the genes of babies.  But what does that mean for humanity? Should we be hacking our own DNA to make us less susceptible to disease? Should we democratise the technology that would allow parents to enhance their kids? After discovering this CRISPR, Doudna is now wrestling these even bigger issues. THE CODE BREAKERS is an examination of how life as we know it is about to change – and a brilliant portrayal of the woman leading the way.

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleHerriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight. -- Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire Shepherdess

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Book SynopsisStep by Step to Proficiency in Diagnostic UltrasoundThis workbook is divided into lessons that guide you—like an instructor in an ultrasound course—systematically through the individual organ systems and body regions.Key features of the fourth edition: Special multiple-exposure photos demonstrate the dynamics of handling the transducer Triplet-image units vividly illustrate transducer positioning, the ultrasound image, and relevant anatomy Reference numbers on the accompanying diagrams help you to both actively develop your knowledge and to test it at any time. The legend located on the back cover flap is the key to the reference numbers that are used consistently in each diagram. Quiz images at the end of each chapter are the perfect tool for rigorous self-evaluation Physical fundamentals are presented in vib

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Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERFeatured on SUPER SOUL PODCAST hosted by Oprah Winfrey.  Too often we’ve been taught to view our emotions with suspicion, seeing them as something to be suppressed, managed, or mastered. This isn’t true. Emotions are not your enemy. Internal war is not your destiny. You were created to flourish. In this game-changing book, trauma therapist and mental health expert Dr. Anita Phillips reveals how embracing emotion is the key to living your most powerful life. Just as gardens thrive in good ground, the abundant life you’ve been seeking can only be grown in the soil of your heart.

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Book SynopsisIf you stop any person on the street and ask them what causes heart disease, you know what their answer will be: butter and eggs, meat and fat. This infamous Diet-Heart Hypothesis was proposed in 1953, and it took scientists all over the world a few decades to prove it wrong. The trouble is that while science was beginning to cast doubt upon its basic tenets, the Diet-Heart Hypothesis was giving rise to a powerful and wealthy political and commercial machine with a vested interest in promoting itby means of anti-fat and anti-cholesterol propaganda presented relentlessly and with increasing intensity.In this book Dr. Campbell-McBride tackles the subject of CHD (Coronary Heart Disease), caused by atherosclerosis, a disease of the arterial wall that leads to narrowing and obstruction of the arteries. She maintains that conventional medicine does not actually know the cause of atherosclerosis or how to cure it, and explores in this book what it is, what causes it, and how to prevent and reverse it. She dispels the myth of the Diet-Heart Hypothesis, and explains that cholesterol is not the enemy but an integral and important part of our cell membranes.

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Book SynopsisThe Satanic Bible was written by Anton LaVey in 1969. It is a collection of essays, observations and basic Satanic rituals, and outlines LaVey''s Satanic ideology. It contains the core principles of LaVeyan Satanism and is considered the foundation of the philosophy and dogma that constitute Satanism.

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Book SynopsisTactics provides the game plan for defending your faith and artfully communicating the truths of Christianity with confidence and grace. This expanded anniversary edition of the classic book of Christian apologetics includes updates and expansions of existing tactics, as well as the addition of an all-new tactic and a chapter on Mini Tactics filled with simple maneuvers to aid in discussions.In a culture increasingly indifferent or even hostile to Christian truth, followers of Christ need to be equipped to communicate with those who do not speak their language or accept their source of authority.In Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition, Gregory Koukl demonstrates how to artfully regain control of conversations, keeping them moving forward in constructive ways through thoughtful diplomacy. You''ll learn how to:Meet challenges, questions, and provocations with poise and cTrade ReviewC. S. Lewis once said, “Any fool can write learned language. The vernacular is the real test.” In this book Greg Koukl passes Lewis’s test with flying colors. There are many great arguments in favor of the Christian faith, but many of them are accessible only to professional apologists and philosophers. Koukl has developed a memorable and practical way to translate these arguments so that all Christians can become winsome and persuasive apologists in everyday conversations, no matter what their day jobs. This book should be required reading for every thoughtful Christian. * Jay Wesley Richards Coauthor of The Privileged Planet *Greg Koukl has been using the methods offered in this book for many years with our Summit students and to great effect. His suggestions, illustrations, and witnessing approach work. This is a well-written, practical, and timely book. * David Noebel Founder and President, Summit Ministries *Greg Koukl is a master of the ideas that undergird the Gospel and one of the finest Christian communicators on the planet. He has spent many thousands of hours in front of the most difficult skeptics and their toughest questions and has developed very effective techniques to bring the truth to the surface of any conversation with love and grace. I have learned so much over the years by studying his persuasive yet respectful approach to giving reasons for faith. This book presents his methods in a way that is engaging and accessible to every believer. I hope Christians in churches all over the country gather together to study this important book and learn to stand firm for the Gospel in these dark times. * Craig J. Hazen, PhD Founder and Director, Graduate Program in Christian Apologetics, Biola University *Greg Koukl is a master tactician. I know of no one who is more conscientious in his efforts to communicate effectively and winsomely his Christian faith. In this book Greg shares with us his tried and true methods, skills honed through continual practice and revision. Mastering his tactics will make you a more effective ambassador for Christ. * William Lane Craig Author of Reasonable Faith—Christian Truth and Apologetics *Greg Koukl is a wise, seasoned, front-lines apologist. I am happy to recommend a book so full of practical insights and careful guidance for skillfully, winsomely defending the Christian faith. * Paul Copan Author of True for You, but Not for Me and Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up? *If you enjoy apologetics, Greg’s book Tactics is not only a required read, but simply a delightfully entertaining resource. In fact, just try and put it down! Especially for those who struggle with relevant ways to relate to non-Christians while presenting Christian truth, this volume provides many proven methods of natural, non-confrontational dialogue where the purpose is often to simply give an unbeliever something to think about, what Greg calls placing a stone in someone’s shoe. Featuring remarkably simple techniques that are easily and fruitfully applied, this incredibly insightful book is one I highly recommend. * Gary R. Habermas Distinguished Research Professor, Liberty University Author of The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus *In a society filled with so much anti-Christian rhetoric, there is no better book to equip Christians to think clearly, soundly, and inoffensively in the face of the devices employed today in opposition to the Christian faith. * Norm Geisler Author of Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics and When Skeptics Ask *In this wise and compelling book, Greg Koukl---who has thought long and hard about not only what to say but how to say it---provides a game plan for equipping believers through an artful method of careful thinking and winsome conversation. If you struggle with how to talk about your faith and respond to questions and objections in a meaningful and effective way---and most of us do---there is no better book to buy, read, and put into practice. I could not recommend it more highly! * Justin Taylor “Between Two Worlds” blog; Editor, Suffering and the Sovereignty of God and The Supremacy of Christ in a Postmodern World *Just as a course on tactics is a requirement at all military academies, so too Greg Koukl’s Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions should be required training for all Christians and churches. Koukl has made a worthwhile contribution to the literature on apologetics by teaching us how to say what we say. Witty and winsome, this resource is as fun to read as it is to put into practice. * Hank Hanegraaff Host of the “Bible Answer Man,” author of Christianity in Crisis: The 21st Century and The Complete Bible Answer Book, Collector’s Edition *Tactics is the book I’ve been waiting for! I love engaging non-Christians in conversation, but in the back of my mind I often think, “What if I get stuck and don’t know what to do?” Greg helped me put that fear to rest and gave me practical tools to artfully maneuver in conversations. I enthusiastically recommend Tactics. It will revolutionize your conversations with non-Christians. * Sean McDowell Author of Ethix, coauthor of Understanding Intelligent Design and Evidence for the Resurrection *When I want someone who can help me train ambassadors for Christ, the first person I call is Greg Koukl. Now his proven ideas are in this book. I wish I had known these tactics twenty years ago. They are some of the best I’ve ever seen to help Christians be more effective ambassadors for Christ. Trust me---if you read Koukl’s advice and learn his methods, your impact for Christ will skyrocket. * Frank Turek Author of I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist *With the advantage of a lifetime of experience, Greg Koukl has written what must be considered THE authoritative treatment of how to employ various strategies in conversations with unbelievers about the Christian faith. Tactics is not just another apologetics book. It is a sensitive, well-written, widely illustrated treatment of actual situations that often come up when believers share their faith. Koukl not only reminds us that it is not enough to know why you believe, but it is also crucial to know how to communicate those beliefs by adapting to various situations. And Tactics shows precisely how to do that. * J. P. Moreland Distinguished Professor of Philosophy, Talbot School of Theology, and author of Kingdom Triangle *

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Book SynopsisSometime between the dreams of your youth and yesterday''s to-do list, something precious has been lost: your priceless femininity. God has set within you a femininity that is powerful, tender, and fierce. No doubt it has been misunderstood, but it is there, and it is worth recovering. In this updated and expanded edition of their runaway bestseller, John and Stasi Eldredge vulnerably share their story and show you how to set your heart free and embrace life as a woman who is truly captivating.The mystery of the feminine heart was meant to be a good thing, a source of joy. But all too often, it becomes a source of shame. We almost universally feel that we are too much or not enough.This book combines timeless scripture with honest, heartfelt stories from women who have been there, too, giving you the encouragement you need to: Discover the glorious design of women that God originally intended Understand how Jesus restores the

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Book SynopsisFrontline physician and therapist Charles Whitfield describes the process of wounding that the Child Within (True Self) experiences and shows how to differentiate the True Self from the false self. Highly recommended by therapists and survivors of trauma.

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Book SynopsisStart Where You Are is an indispensable handbook for cultivating fearlessness and awakening a compassionate heart, from bestselling author Pema Chödrön. With insight and humour, she presents down-to-earth guidance on how to make friends with ourselves and develop genuine compassion towards others.This book shows how we can ''start where we are'' by embracing rather than denying the painful aspects of our lives.Pema Chödrön frames her teachings on compassion around fifty-nine traditional Tibetan Buddhist maxims, or slogans, such as: Always apply a joyful state of mind', Always meditate on whatever provokes resentment' and Be grateful to everyone'.Working with these slogans and through the practice of meditation, Start Where You Are shows how we can all develop the courage to work with our own inner pain and discover joy, well-being and confidence.Trade Review‘‘Pema’s deep experience and her fresh way of looking at things are like mountain water – clear and deep.’ Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart and After the Ecstasy, the Laundry. ‘As one of Pema Chödrön’s grateful students, I have been learning the most pressing and necessary lesson of all: how to keep opening wider my own heart.’ Alice Walker ‘It is a lively and accessible take on ancient techniques for transforming terror and pain into joy and compassion.’ O, the Oprah Winfrey magazine

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Book SynopsisNSCA’s Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition With HKPropel Access, is the definitive resource for personal trainers, health and fitness instructors, and other fitness professionals. It is also the primary preparation source for those taking the NSCA-CPT exam.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Structure and Function of the Muscular, Nervous, and Skeletal SystemsJared W. Coburn, PhD, and Moh H. Malek, PhDChapter 2. Structure and Function of the Cardiorespiratory SystemMichael R. Esco, PhD, and Moh H. Malek, PhDChapter 3. BioenergeticsCarmine Grieco, PhD, and N. Travis Triplett, PhDChapter 4. BiomechanicsDouglas W. Powell, PhD, and Megan A. Bryanton Jones, PhDChapter 5. Responses and Adaptations to Resistance TrainingMichael D. Roberts, PhD, and Kevin W. McCurdy, PhDChapter 6. Responses and Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance TrainingDon Melrose, PhD, and David J. Heikkinen, PhDChapter 7. Nutrition Concepts and StrategiesEric R. Helms, PhD, and Brian St. Pierre, MS, RDChapter 8. Exercise Psychology, Goal Setting, and MotivationE. Whitney G. Moore, PhD, and Brian T. Gearity, PhDChapter 9. Client Consultation and Health AppraisalRobert Linkul, MS, and Chat Williams, MSChapter 10. Fitness Evaluation, Selection, and AdministrationRobert Lockie, PhD, and Laura Kobar, MS, MCChapter 11. Fitness Evaluation Protocols and NormsDavid H. Fukuda, PhD, and Kristina L. Kendall, PhDChapter 12. Flexibility and Warm-Up Concepts and Bodyweight and Stability Ball Exercise TechniqueNick Tumminello, Jonathan Mike, PhD, and Jay Dawes, PhDChapter 13. Resistance Exercise TechniqueRonald L. Snarr, PhD, and Alexis Batrakoulis, MSChapter 14. Cardiovascular Exercise TechniqueBenjamin H. Reuter, PhD, and Margaret T. Jones, PhDChapter 15. Resistance Training Program DesignBrad J. Schoenfeld, PhD, and Ronald L. Snarr, PhDChapter 16. Aerobic Training Program DesignMike Martino, PhD, and Nicole C. Dabbs, PhDChapter 17. Plyometric and Speed Training Program Design and TechniqueJason C. Casey, PhD, and Chris A. Bailey, PhDChapter 18. Clients Who Are Preadolescent, Older, or PregnantWayne L. Westcott, PhD, and Avery D. Faigenbaum, EdDChapter 19. Clients With Nutritional or Metabolic ConcernsAbbie Smith-Ryan, PhD, and Cassandra Forsythe, PhD, RDChapter 20. Clients With Cardiovascular or Respiratory ConditionsCindy M. Kugler, MS, Steven M. Laslovich, PhD, and Paul Sorace, MSChapter 21. Clients With Orthopedic, Injury, or Rehabilitation ConcernsMorey J. Kolber, PhD, PT, Dean Robert Somerset, BSc, and Michael G. Miller, PhD, ATCChapter 22. Clients With Spinal Cord Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, or Cerebral PalsyGavin Colquitt, EdD, and Kelli M. Clark, DPTChapter 23. Resistance Training for Clients Who Are AthletesJoseph J. Bonyai, MEd, and Tyler D. Williams, PhDChapter 24. Facility and Equipment Layout and MaintenanceJamie L. Aslin, MS, and Chat Williams, MSChapter 25. Professional, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities of Personal TrainersAnthony A. Abbott, EdD, and Georgia H. Goslee, JDAppendix: The Business of Personal TrainingMark A. Nutting, BS and Robert Linkul, MS

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Book SynopsisIn this pioneering, practical book for parents, neuroscientist Daniel J. Siegel and parenting expert Tina Payne Bryson explain the new science of how a child's brain is wired and how it matures. Different parts of a child's brain develop at different speeds and understanding these differences can help you turn any outburst, argument, or fear into a chance to integrate your child's brain and raise calmer, happier children. Featuring clear explanations, age-appropriate strategies and illustrations that will help you explain these concepts to your child, The Whole-Brain Child will help your children to lead balanced, meaningful, and connected lives using twelve key strategies, including:Name It to Tame It: Corral raging right-brain behavior through left-brain storytelling, appealing to the left brain's affinity for words and reasoning to calm emotional storms and bodily tension.Engage, Don't Enrage: Keep your child thinking and listening, instead of purely reacting.Move It or Lose It: Use physical activities to shift your child's emotional state.Let the Clouds of Emotion Roll By: Guide your children when they are stuck on a negative emotion, and help them understand that feelings come and go.SIFT: Help children pay attention to the Sensations, Images, Feelings, and Thoughts within them so that they can make better decisions and be more flexible.Connect Through Conflict: Use discord to encourage empathy and greater social success.Trade ReviewOne of the best books I have read on how to parent - it goes to the top of my list! -- Sue Gerhardt, author of Why Love MattersDaniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson have created a masterful, reader-friendly guide to helping children grow their emotional intelligence. This brilliant method transforms everyday interactions into valuable brain-shaping moments. Anyone who cares for children-or who loves a child-should read. -- Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence.Siegel and Bryson reveal that an integrated brain with parts that cooperate in a coordinated and balanced manner creates a better understanding of self, stronger relationships, and success in school, among other benefits. With illustrations, charts, and even a handy "Refrigerator Sheet," the authors have made every effort to make brain science parent-friendly. * Publisher's Weekly *"Fears? Fights? Frustrations? Help is here! Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson turn leading brain science into simple, smart-and effective-solutions to your child's struggles. -- Harvey Karp, M.D., author of The Happiest Baby on the Block and The Happiest Toddler on the BlockEngaging read with fun illustrations. * Practical Parenting & Pregnacy’s Book of the Month *Very approachable and readable. -- Claire Parker * Child and Adolescent Mental Health 19, No. 1 *

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Book SynopsisThis hand sized NKJV edition is the perfect travel companion for readers who like to take their Bibles with them throughout the day. Though it fits easily into backpacks and purses, you won’t have to sacrifice readability or study resources.The exclusive Thomas Nelson NKJV Comfort Print® typeface was designed to be easy to read at any size, so you can experience deeper engagement in God’s Word. This edition also includes over 43,000 cross-references, a concordance, and full-color maps so you have everything you need for serious study at your fingertips.Features include: Presentation page allows you to personalize this special gift by recording a memory or note Words of Christ in red quickly identify Jesus’ teachings and statements 43,000+ cross-references help you find related passages quickly and easily D

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Book Synopsis'As indispensable to an archaeology student as a trowel ... every student, or indeed any interested amateur, should really find a space on their shelf for this useful book' Minerva Known for being an accessible and authoritative introduction, Archaeology: Theories, Methods and Practice has been updated in the Ninth Edition to include new discoveries in archaeology, innovations in field and laboratory methods, as well as covering the latest developments in archaeological theory, from ontologies to Indigenous archaeology. Collaborating with Colin Renfrew and Paul Bahn, new co-author, Elizabeth DeMarrais, updates earlier editions' clear presentation of archaeology's history, theory and ethics. The contributions made by women, people of colour, and Indigenous communities to the study of the human past are highlighted. New theoretical sections address Indigenous archaeology, ontology, post-colonial theory and historical archaeology. Sections on the safeguarding of intangible cultural her

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Book SynopsisAn ideal gift for anyone getting married, this classic white Bible, in an attractive new slipcase, comes with silver page edges, a marker ribbon, and a presentation page to dedicate your gift personally.The King James Bible is the UK's most popular translation. With the beauty and poetry of traditional English, it is an elegant and fitting gift for a newly married couple, and a symbol of God's blessing for their marriage.This compact edition has:* silver ribbon marker* silver gilt-edged pages* attractive protective slipcase* Presentation page for your personal inscriptionCollins offers a range of Bibles for every need. Please be in touch with us to see our full catalogue.Trade Review‘There is no doubt in my mind that the King James Bible and not Shakespeare set this language on its path to become a universal language on a scale unprecedented before or since.’- Melvyn Bragg

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Book SynopsisIn this book Dr. Campbell-McBride looks closely into how nutrition can play a critical role in helping children and adults to overcome their disabilities.

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Book SynopsisBKS Iyengar's translation and commentary on these ancient yoga sutras has been described as the "bible" of yoga.This new edition of the classic text contains a new introduction by BKS Iyengar, as well as a foreword by Godfrey Devereux, author of Dynamic Yoga.Trade Review“Patanjali's Yoga Sutras is the bible of yoga…”Godfrey Devereux “BKS Iyengar is renowned throughout the world… his inspired commentary on the ageless treatise by the ancient sage speaks to the soul of every dedicated yogi."Phil Catalfo, Yoga Journal

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Book SynopsisDesigned for portability and quick reference, Pocket Radiation Oncology, 2nd Edition, provides the essential information needed by practitioners and trainees on a daily basis. Edited by Drs. Chad Tang and Ahsan Farooqi, and written by physicians at the MD Anderson Cancer Center, this fully updated volume provides a concise and focused review of all areas of radiation oncology in one easy-to-navigate, pocket-sized notebook. Follows the bestselling, looseleaf binder Pocket Notebook format, featuring bulleted lists, tables, diagrams, and algorithms that make essential facts easy to find and retain Provides solutions to everyday management decisions in radiation oncology, including management of radiation-induced symptoms, radiation physics, radiation biology, pediatrics, and radiation emergencies Contains updated treatment algorithms for each disease site, new evidence tables that summarize key clinical trials and studies, and all-new sections on oligometastatic disease and heavy ion therapy Covers all major stages of commonly treated diseases and includes treatment techniques for both common and rare malignancies Dedicated sections on treatment planning and dose constraints, including illustrated tips on drawing radiation blocks, and which areas should be avoided during radiation therapy Provides insight and clinical pearls on emerging technologies, as well as notes on areas of concern that could lead to serious complications

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Book SynopsisUnique among medical texts, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine is a complete and concise guide to the core areas of medicine that also encourages thinking about the world from the patient''s perspective, to develop a holistic approach to care with a passion for practice. Now in its eleventh edition, this renowned Handbook has been fully updated to reflect the latest changes in clinical practice and best management, filled with expert knowledge, practical advice, and reassurance. In the tradition of bringing new voices to each edition, three authors have joined the writing team, bringing a fresh perspective to the content. The chapters on emergencies, endocrinology and diabetes, haematology, oncology, and surgery have been completely revamped, and every page has been reviewed by a consultant and a trainee to ensure it continues to be accurate, relevant, and user-friendly. Figures and illustrations have been carefully revised and updated in response to reader feedback, and key refe

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Book SynopsisNow revised and updated--John Lennox''s acclaimed method of reading and interpreting the first chapters of Genesis without discounting either science or Scripture. What did the writer of Genesis mean by the first day? Are the seven days in Genesis 1 a literal week or a series of time periods? If I believe that the earth is 4.5 billion years old as cosmologists believe, am I denying the authority of Scripture?With examples from history, a brief but thorough exploration of the major interpretations, and a look into the particular significance of the creation of human beings, Lennox suggests that Christians can heed modern scientific knowledge while staying faithful to the biblical narrative. He moves beyond a simple response to the controversy, insisting that Genesis teaches us far more about the God of Jesus Christ and about God''s intention for creation than it does about the age of the earth.With this book, Lennox offers a careful and accessible introduction to a scientifically-savvy, theologically-astute, and Scripturally faithful interpretation of Genesis.Since its publication in 2011, this book has enabled many readers to see that the major controversy with which it engages can be resolved without compromising commitment to the authority of Scripture. In this newly revised and expanded edition, John clarifies his arguments, responds to comments and critiques of the past decade since its first publication. In particular, he describes some of the history up to modern times of Jewish scholarly interpretation of the Genesis creation narrative as well as spelling out in more detail the breadth of views in the Great Tradition of interpretation due to the early Church Fathers. He shows that, contrary to what many people think, much of the difficulty with understanding the biblical texts does not arise from modern science but from attempting to elucidate the texts in their own right.

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Book SynopsisAn English-language book of the library of fourth-century Gnostic manuscripts discovered in Egypt in 1945 which rivaled the Dead Sea Scrolls find in significance.

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Book SynopsisMore than 200 straightforward, nutrient-dense, delicious recipes! “This book provides easy, mouthwatering recipes. It offers practical ways to restore your gut to optimum function, and help you and your family take control of your gut health.”—Dr. Joseph Mercola The Heal Your Gut Cookbook was created by Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) Diet experts Hilary Boynton and Mary G. Brackett to help heal your gut and to manage the illnesses that stem from it. Pioneering British MD Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride provides the book’s Foreword. GAPS addresses disorders, including: ADD/ADHD, autism, addictions, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, stemming from or exacerbated by leaky gut and dysbiosis. It also refers to chronic gut-related physical conditions, including: Celiac disease Rheumatoid arthritis Diabetes type one Crohn’s disease Asthma Eczema Allergies Thyroid disorders and more! An evolution of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, the GAPS Diet will appeal to followers of the Paleo Diet, who are still struggling for optimum health, as well as anyone interested in the health benefits of fermentation or the Weston A. Price approach to nutrition. In The Heal Your Gut Cookbook, readers will learn about the key cooking techniques and ingredients that form the backbone of the GAPS Diet: Working with stocks and broths Soaking nuts and seeds Using coconut Culturing raw dairy The authors offer encouraging, real-life perspectives on the life-changing improvements to the health of their families by following this challenging, but powerful, diet. The GAPS Diet is designed to restore the balance between beneficial and pathogenic intestinal bacteria and seal the gut through the elimination of grains, processed foods, and refined sugars and the carefully sequenced reintroduction of nutrient-dense foods. The Heal Your Gut Cookbook is a must-have if you are following the GAPS Diet, considering the GAPS Diet, or simply looking to improve your digestive health and―by extension―your physical and mental well-being.Trade ReviewLibrary Journal- "Mind the GAPS! GAPS stands for either 'Gut and Psychology Syndrome’ or 'Gut and Physiology Syndrome.’ In either case, the GAPS diet is meant to address mental health and physical issues that arise from “leaky gut” and abnormal stomach bacteria. This combination cookbook and guide provides a road map and tools for those attempting to improve their intestinal biome. Beginning with a strict introductory program that also serves as an allergen screening tool, readers who choose to follow certified holistic health counselor Boynton and Brackett’s program start with a severely limited diet and then add specific food categories every few days for about a month. After this initial period, the authors recommend a less restrictive (but still fairly limiting) diet to be followed for at least two years. Meat, eggs, and coconut products are heavily featured, so cholesterol may be an issue for some. ­VERDICT Not for the fainthearted, this serious dietary regime will nonetheless be embraced by those who feel they have not been helped by other medical solutions. Purchase where there is interest.”“More than half of American children are currently diagnosed with a chronic illness, and much of that statistic can be attributed to a long list of damaging exposures (from antibiotics to GMOs) that have destroyed the health of the American gut. For all the damage we have done to our gut and immune health, there is hope. Healing the gut through nutrient-dense, restorative diets like the GAPS Diet is absolutely foundational to recovery. Recovery is within reach and The Heal Your Gut Cookbook is a terrific companion for that journey.”--Beth Lambert, author, A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America’s Children, executive director, Epidemic Answers, and executive producer, The Canary Kids Project“The GAPS protocol is a particularly effective antidote to the standard American diet. But GAPS involves a big lifestyle change and a serious commitment to cooking from scratch. This change can be intimidating, even to experienced home cooks. Hilary Boynton's and Mary Brackett's new book makes GAPS accessible to a wide audience, both through its no-nonsense narrative and through its wealth of straightforward, delicious, and healthy recipes. It's as if she is saying, ‘You are not alone . . . and here's what we're having for dinner.’ Anyone following GAPS, or even just thinking about it, will appreciate the recipes and ideas in this book.”--Alex Lewin, author, Real Food Fermentation“I couldn't stop reading Hilary Boynton’s and Mary Brackett's book on the GAPS diet, The Heal Your Gut Cookbook. I found myself famished for the amazing information and guidance they offer on how to improve gut health and ultimately restore optimum immune function. Hilary and Mary do a wonderful job of weaving their own personal and family stories of health redemption together with fantastic, mouth-watering recipes that build on their food philosophy. Moreover, the recipes are easy to follow. I plan to make this book available to my friends and family, so they can all benefit from the important information here.”--David Gumpert, author, Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Food Rights and The Raw Milk Revolution“Hilary is an excellent cook and has mastered the GAPS diet for her family. If you want to try the GAPS diet, this book is a must have. Her recipes are simple, nourishing, and delicious.”--Diana Rodgers, author, Paleo Lunches and Breakfasts on the Go“Hilary Boynton is a wife, mother of five, artist, amazing cook, health coach, and cooking teacher. She, along with Mary Brackett, has created a delectable cookbook, full of recipes that are very flavorful and yummy. The Heal Your Gut Cookbook is sure to be coveted by people on the GAPS diet, as well as people looking for nutrient-dense, healthy, and delicious meals.”--Kristin Canty, director, Farmageddon: The Unseen War on American Family Farms“Hilary Boynton, busy and dedicated mother of five, has teamed with photographer extraordinaire Mary Brackett to create a beautiful book that accurately and elegantly lays out delicious, delightful, and fun recipes for the GAPS diet. No one will be bored again while cooking to heal. The highest kudos to Hilary and Mary: The Heal Your Gut Cookbook is a true gift to all of us!”--Monica Corrado, MA, CNC, traditional food chef, GAPS cooking teacher and certified nutrition consultant“As a homeopath, this is now my recommended go-to guide for my clients and students. Instead of explaining what they ought not to eat, I now direct them to this little masterpiece. It offers freedom from worry and is loaded with satisfying meals. A must-own!”--Joette Calabrese, homeopathic consultant, author, How to Raise a Drug Free Family System“If you feel enslaved to standard food and pharmaceutical remedies, The Heal Your Gut Cookbook provides a comprehensive can-do liberation plan. These pages scream 'freedom to be healthy!' As a farmer servicing wellness-lovers, I yearn for the kind of understanding and participation a recipe roadmap like this can offer. Wellness eaters create wellness landscapes.”--Joel Salatin, Polyface Farm“Over my many years of healing through diet, especially healing the gut through diet, the problem has always been how to make the information and the food readily available to those in need. In the beginning the food was not to be had and the diet plans, recipes, and explanations were not to be found. Over the years this has begun to change. There are ever-expanding farmers markets, small businesses, and cooperative ventures that are filling the food-availability gap. Hilary's and Mary's book is a valuable addition to the question of what to do with the food and why. This book is another small step in my eventual fading away, as I can finally say ‘it’s all out there now. Just follow the advice and wonderful recipes; my work is done.’”--Thomas Cowan, MD, author, The Fourfold Path to Healing, and co-author, The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care“The GAPS diet can change your life; the challenge is how to apply it. Hilary Boynton to the rescue! She is a busy mother of five and lives by the guiding principle of “let your food be your medicine.” Along with photographer Mary Brackett, she has created this beautifully illustrated manual for creating delicious and nutritious GAPS meals. This book provides easy, mouthwatering recipes. It offers practical ways to restore your gut to optimum function, and help you and your family take control of your gut health.”--Dr. Joseph Mercola, founder, Mercola.com“If you think ‘healing diet’ means renunciation of delicious foods, you are in for a surprise. The Heal Your Gut Cookbook shows that you can enjoy every morsel while your body recovers from a lifetime of nutrient deficiencies and processed food. The recipes are delicious and the book beautifully illustrated. It is a wonderful contribution to the literature on the topic.”--Sally Fallon Morell, president, The Weston A. Price Foundation

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1 The Professional Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team Chapter 2 Health Records Chapter 3 Introduction to Medical Terminology and Anatomy Chapter 4 Infection Control Chapter 5 Vital Signs Chapter 6 Physical Examination Chapter 7 Patient Coaching Chapter 8 Nutrition and Health Promotion Chapter 9 Surgical Supplies and Instruments Chapter 10 Assisting with Surgical Procedures Chapter 11 Principles of Electrocardiography Chapter 12 Medical Emergencies Chapter 13 Principles of Pharmacology Chapter 14 Pharmacology Math Chapter 15 Administering Medications Chapter 16 Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology Chapter 17 Dermatology Chapter 18 Allergy and Infectious Disease Chapter 19 Gastroenterology Chapter 20 Orthopedics and Rheumatology Chapter 21 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Chapter 22 Neurology Chapter 23 Behavioral Health Chapter 24 Endocrinology Chapter 25 Cardiology Chapter 26 Pulmonology Chapter 27 Urology and Male Reproduction Chapter 28 Obstetrics and Gynecology Chapter 29 Pediatrics Chapter 30 Geriatrics Chapter 31 Introduction to the Clinical Laboratory Chapter 32 Urinalysis Chapter 33 Blood Collection Chapter 34 Analysis of Blood Chapter 35 Microbiology and Immunology Chapter 36 Intravenous Therapy Chapter 37 Radiology Basics Chapter 38 Positioning for Radiology Chapter 39 Skills and Strategies

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Book SynopsisThe acclaimed, landmark guide to internal medicineâupdated to reflect the latest guidelines and recommendations  The Voice of Clinical ReasonFor more than seven decades, Harrisonâs Principles of Internal Medicine has provided healthcare professionals with the informational foundation needed to provide optimal patient care. The worldâs leading authority on applied pathophysiology and clinical medicine, this trusted resource has covered countless advances and developments across the full span of medicine. Fully updated, the new 22nd edition has been modified extensively in its structure and content and offers a standardized format for each disease chapter. The authors and editors have curated and synthesized the vast amount of information that comprises general internal medicine and each of the major specialties into a highly readable and informative resource. Harrisonâs is world-renowned as the most authoritative source for: â  Descriptions of disease mechanisms and how the clinician can apply that knowledge for the best patient care and optimal diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases â    Clear, concise schemas that facilitate the generation of differential diagnoses to reason efficiently through complex real world clinical casesâ    The physiologic and epidemiologic basis of signs and symptoms, which are covered through a wealth of unsurpassed expert guidance and linked to the disease-specific chapters that followâ    Updated clinical trial results and recommended guidelinesâ    Excellent and extensive visual support, including radiographs, clinical photos, schematics, and high-quality drawingsâ    Coverage of both therapeutic approaches and specific treatment regimensâ    Practical clinical decision trees and algorithmsâ    Organ- and system-specific sections, with clinically relevant pathophysiology and practical clinical advice on the approach to the patient, strategies towards building a differential diagnosis, outstanding clinical algorithms and diagnostic schema, a wealth of clinical images and diagrams, current clinical guidelines, as well as general and specific approaches to therapyThis twenty-second edition features:â    Updated content that reflects new approved therapeutics and new practice-changing guidelines and evidence summariesâ    More than 3,000, clinical, pathological, and radiographic photographs, diagnostic and therapeutic decision trees, and clear schematics and diagrams describing pathophysiologic processesâ    Numerous atlases featuring curated collections of important visual aspects of diagnosis and managementâ    Brand new chapters, including The Value of the Physical Examination in Modern Medicine, Physician Well-Being, Exercise Intolerance, Primary and Secondary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Symptom Control in Patients with Cancer, Principles of Immunization, COVID and Other Coronavirus Infections, Desensitization, Point-of-Care Ultrasound, Placebo and Nocebo Effects, Bedside Examination Tests in the Patient with Low Back Pain, and Antithrombotic Therapy in Adult Patients

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Book SynopsisJesus Listens, the newest 365-day devotional prayer book from Sarah Young, bestselling author of Jesus Calling, takes you on a year-long journey to develop a meaningful prayer life. Devotional prayers based on scripture will lead you into a deeper, richer relationship with God.

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Book SynopsisJason Wilson, bestselling author and director of the Cave of Adullam Transformational Training Academy, teaches men how to break free from societal shackles and master the ten characteristics of the comprehensive man that will equip them to overcome life's many challenges.

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Book SynopsisHigh-yield USMLE Step 2 CK review using the Fischer Method!Using proven strategies from USMLE expert Dr. Conrad Fischer, Master the Boards USMLE Step 2 CK delivers the targeted review you need to excel on the exam and match into the residency program you want. Fischer Method: “best initial test,” “most accurate test,” “most likely diagnosis,” and “best initial treatment” New algorithms outlining each step of patient management for frequently tested disease states Step-by-step approach to patient care Hundreds of full-color diagnostic images Flow charts, decision trees, and comparison tables condense broad topics at a glance Expert tips for recognizing incorrect answers

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Book SynopsisChoose the perfect gift for any celebration with Thomas Nelson's Gift and Award Bible.

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Book SynopsisThroughout history, the Jewish people have faced catastrophe after catastrophe. They have been expelled, ghettoised, murdered and forcibly converted. The question that Jonathan Sacks asks in this original and compelling book is not how Judaism survived four thousand years of persecution, but how it found ways to flourish and thrive.Originally written as a wedding gift for his son over twenty years ago, now featuring a new foreword by Natan Sharansky, this revised edition is a reminder of the enduring beauty and wisdom of one of the world's oldest religions. A fascinating cultural and religious journey through Judaism's long history and the revolutionary ideas that shaped the moral civilisation of the West, Jonathan Sacks urges readers not to embrace secularisation or lose the script of the Jewish story but to add their own chapters instead. A deeply personal celebration of faith and community filled with hope for the future of the Jewish people, this book is a must-read for anyo

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Book SynopsisGod designed men to seek out adventure. But, somewhere between childhood and the struggles of yesterday, most men lose sight of those dreams. Fear not: bestselling author and counselor John Eldredge is here to teach men that there''s a better way to live.In this updated and expanded edition of the timeless bestseller Wild at Heart, Eldredge unpacks man''s search for validation, the need for the development of courage in his soul, and the call to live a life of adventure.Using discoveries from his own life and backing them with scripture, Eldredge reminds men that although their childhood passions, dreams, and desires may start getting buried under deadlines, pressures, and disappointments, it doesn''t have to be this way.In fact, God made men to embrace a life of courage, adventure, and freedom. He created men to take risks and find true purpose and belonging.Wild at Heart invites men to experience wholehearted

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