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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1: CT-An Overview Chapter 2: Digital Image Processing Chapter 3: Physical Principles of CT Chapter 4: Data Acquisition Chapter 5: Image Reconstruction Overview Chapter 6: Iterative Reconstruction Basics Chapter 7: Basic Instrumentation Chapter 8: Image Post Processing and Visualization tools Chapter 9: Image Quality Chapter 10: Radiation Dose in Computed tomography NEW CHAPTER: Chapter 11: Radiation Awareness and Safety Campaigns in CT Chapter 11: Multi Slice CT-Physical Principles and Instrumentation Chapter 12-Other Technical Applications in CT-Basic Principles Chapter 13: 3-Dimensional CT-Basic Concepts Chapter 14: PET/CT and SPECT/CT NEW CHAPTER 15: Patient Care Considerations Chapter 16: CT of the Head, Cerebral Vessels, Neck and Spine Chapter 17: CT of the Chapter 18: Pediatric CT NEW CHAPTER 19: Cardiac CT: Physical Principles and Clinical Applications NEW CHAPTER 20: Artificial Intelligence-Applications in CT Chapter 21: Quality Control in CT Appendices Delete Appendix B

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking mind-body protocol to heal chronic pain, backed by new research.Chronic pain is an epidemic. Fifty million Americans struggle with back pain, headaches, or some other pain that resists all treatment. Desperate pain sufferers are told again and again that there is no cure for chronic pain.Alan Gordon, a psychotherapist and the founder of the Pain Psychology Center in Los Angeles, was in grad school when he started experiencing chronic pain and it completely derailed his life. He saw multiple doctors and received many diagnoses, but none of the medical treatments helped. Frustrated with conventional pain management, he developed Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), a mind-body protocol that eliminated his own chronic pain and has transformed the lives of thousands of his patients.PRT is rooted in neuroscience, which has shown that while chronic pain feels like it's coming from the body, in most cases it's generated by misfiring pain circuits in

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Book SynopsisNext-Generation Sequencing (NGS) is increasingly common and has applications in various fields such as clinical diagnosis, animal and plant breeding, and conservation of species. This incredible tool has become cost-effective. However, it generates a deluge of sequence data that requires efficient analysis. The highly sought-after skills in computational and statistical analyses include machine learning and, are essential for successful research within a wide range of specializations, such as identifying causes of cancer, vaccine design, new antibiotics, drug development, personalized medicine, and increased crop yields in agriculture.This invaluable book provides step-by-step guides to complex topics that make it easy for readers to perform specific analyses, from raw sequenced data to answer important biological questions using machine learning methods. It is an excellent hands-on material for lecturers who conduct courses in bioinformatics and as reference material for professionals. The chapters are standalone recipes making them suitable for readers who wish to self-learn selected topics. Readers gain the essential skills necessary to work on sequenced data from NGS platforms; hence, making themselves more attractive to employers who need skilled bioinformaticians.

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Book SynopsisUgur Ümit Üngör is Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at the University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and the NIOD Institute for War, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies, Holland. He has won several academic awards and held visiting positions in Dublin, Vancouver, Budapest, Toronto, and Los Angeles. His most recent publication is Paramilitarism: Mass Violence in the Shadow of the State (2020).Jaber Baker is a documentary filmmaker, novelist and human rights activist. Between 2002 and 2004 he was held in a military prison in Syria. He has 16 years' experience of research and specialises in the Syrian prison system.Trade ReviewIn Syrian Gulag, Jaber Baker and Ugur Ümit Üngör present the first detailed overview of the prison system. They have carried out more than 100 interviews with surviving detainees, as well as former prisoner workers and many other eyewitnesses. They have also drawn upon a huge amount of archival material. The results are profoundly shocking. In more than 30 years of book reviewing, this is the most horrifying volume I have read. -- Peter Carty * The Spectator *Syrian Gulag … is the most comprehensive and systematic single-volume book on Syria’s imprisonment system of terror. -- Usman Butt * The New Arab *This book is an extraordinary achievement. Drawing on extensive primary source material, Baker and Üngör reveal in an unprecedented level of detail the sheer magnitude of Syria’s massive internal security agencies, the bureaucratization of torture on an industrial scale, and the extent to which fear is a constant presence in the lives of ordinary Syrians. The book is unsparing in its accounts of survivors of torture and techniques of torture, and all the more powerful for including them. It makes an unimpeachable case for brutality and violence as defining attributes of the Assad regime. It is also a sobering rebuttal to those seeking the regime’s “normalization.” It should be required reading for all who have an interest in Syria, human rights, and states as perpetrators of mass violence. * Steven Heydemann, Professor, Smith College, USA *This study is the first in any language to begin to map the Syrian prison archipelago. It is an urgently necessary and timely insight into the workings of Syria's Assad regime. * Anne-Marie McManus, Principle Investigator at the ERC Project SYRASP, Germany *As some European states have started forcing refugees back to Syria, this book is a grim reminder that for its unfortunate citizens, the violence preceded the use of rockets and barrel bombs, and the threat to their life remains undiminished. What makes this book invaluable is its panoramic picture of Syria’s vast repressive apparatus that the uprising failed to dislodge. What makes this book frightening is that unlike Dante, who had to use his prodigious imagination to describe hell, the hell described herein comes from the direct experience of survivors who lived through its various circles of torment. In painstaking detail, Jaber Baker and Ugur Ümit Üngör have mapped the hellish institutions, sites, and methods through which the Syrian regime has preserved its rule by extinguishing hope and humanity. And through meticulous documentation they’ve also created an instrument through which the perpetrators may one day be held to account. * Dr. Muhammad Idrees Ahmad, Director of Journalism, University of Essex, UK *Syria's dungeons have long kept its secrets; places so foreboding and cruel that few dared mention what happens inside them. The war has changed that. Once taboo topics are now being discussed far from the broken country, where former prisoners now in exile are detailing a killing and torture machine that rivals the Khmer Rouge for the scale of its savagery. In Syrian Gulag, Üngör and Baker open the gates of one of modern history's most infamous prison systems and empower a brutalised people to tell their stories. * Martin Chulov, Middle East Correspondent, The Guardian *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Mezze: Political Elites and Incarceration 2. Intelligence Bureaus 3. Tadmur 4. The First Military Prison: Saydnaya 5. Civil Prisons for Justice and Reconciliation 6. Conclusion Appendix 1 Some Main characters Appendix 2 Tortures and their tools Appendix 3 Kitchen and Eating Utensils Appendix 4 Diseases Appendix 5 Medicines Appendix 6 Prison Jargon Bibliography Notes

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1 Basic Terms and Concepts of Mechanical Ventilation Chapter 2 How Ventilators Work Chapter 3 How a Breath Is Delivered Chapter 4 Establishing the Need for Mechanical Ventilation Chapter 5 Selecting the Ventilator and the Mode Chapter 6 Initial Ventilator Settings Chapter 7 Final Considerations in Ventilator Setup Chapter 8 Initial Patient Assessment Chapter 9 Ventilator Graphics Chapter 10 Assessment of Respiratory Function Chapter 11 Hemodynamic Monitoring Chapter 12 Methods to Improve Ventilation in Patient-Ventilator Management Chapter 13 Improving Oxygenation and Management of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Chapter 14 Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia Chapter 15 Sedatives, Analgesics, and Paralytics Chapter 16 Extrapulmonary Effects of Mechanical Ventilation Chapter 17 Effects of Positive Pressure Ventilation on the Pulmonary System Chapter 18 Troubleshooting and Problem Solving Chapter 19 Basic Concepts of Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation Chapter 20 Weaning From and Discontinuation of Mechanical Ventilation Chapter 21 Long-Term Ventilation Chapter 22 Neonatal and Pediatric Mechanical Ventilation Chapter 23 Special Techniques Used in Ventilatory Support Appendix A Answer Key Appendix B Review of Abnormal Physiological Processes Appendix C Graphics Exercises Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisEmbrace the Wise Woman within you.This oracle is an ode to the Wise Woman within every woman. Through storytelling from myth, folklore and contemporary tales about wise and knowledgeable feminine figures, let the Wise Woman Oracle reconnect you with She Who Knows: the healer, teacher and priestess within you who uses her understanding of her own life experiences, the natural world, and the mysteries of the universe to heal, care for and inspire herself and those around her.

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Book SynopsisAn indispensable companion to Sacred Actions that offers neopagans and Earth-based spiritual practitioners prompts for reflecting on sacred actions in the eightfold wheel of the year through writing, meditation, and creation.

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Book SynopsisDiscover a new and hopeful path forward as you consider your family''s approach to social media, screen time, and technology.We''ve all heard the mind-boggling statistics about technology and social media use. The numbers don''t lie; our obsession with smartphones and social media is slowly eroding the very essence of our homes and families. We see it. We feel it. We know it.So what do we do about it?Spoiler alert: Forget parental control apps, time limits, or reward charts. This revolutionary path takes us into the heart of the beast itself: the social media algorithm. Former social media influencer and trailblazer Erin Loechner has seen the perks and pitfalls of social media usage, and she knows how to hack the strategies of tech wizards and platform experts so you can borrow their billion-dollar playbook to engage your family in meaningful ways away from screens.The Opt-Out Family is packed with

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Book SynopsisDesigned to transition today’s students into tomorrow’s practice-ready nurses, Medical-Surgical Nursing: Focus on Clinical Judgment, 3rd Edition, leverages years of nursing education expertise and real-world clinical experience to help students master essential information, develop their clinical judgment, and confidently embrace the challenges ahead—from the Next Generation NCLEX® to the day-to-day realities of practice. Medical-Surgical Nursing is expertly curated by active nursing educators and clinicians. Applying a practical, approachable perspective to the breadth of medical-surgical nursing, Linda Honan and her contributors distill essential concepts and practices in precise detail, clarifying processes and complex pathophysiology through need-to-know coverage of the most prominent medical conditions and key nursing responsibilities. Author Dr. Linda Honan’s trademark pedagogical tools, honed throughout her own years as a practitioner and educator, further reinforce the practicing nurse’s perspective and deepen students’ clinical readiness. Every chapter of this 3rd Edition has been revised and updated with an emphasis on clinical judgment and inclusivity, incorporating bias-free, gender-neutral language and walking students through the NCSBN’s Clinical Judgment Measurement Model with new NCLEX questions and case studies. An enhanced focus on determinants of health highlights their impact on health, well-being, and quality of life to help students meet Healthy People 2030 objectives, and new content equips students with the latest clinical insights offering complete preparation for the responsibilities students will assume as they embark on their nursing careers in today’s evolving healthcare environment.

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Book SynopsisFor more than 75 years, Grant’s Atlas of Anatomy has maintained a tradition of excellence while continually adapting to meet the needs of each generation of students. The updated 16th edition is a visually stunning reference that delivers the accuracy, pedagogy, and clinical relevance expected of this classic atlas, with new and enhanced features that make it even more practical and user-friendly. Illustrations drawn from real specimens, presented in surface-to-deep dissection sequence, set this book-only version of Grant’s Atlas of Anatomy apart as the most accurate reference available for learning human anatomy. These realistic representations bring structures to life and provide students with the ultimate lab resource. Renowned, high-resolution, dynamically colored illustrations organized in dissection sequence enable the formation of 3D constructs for each body region and provide detailed, realistic reference during dissection. Tables detail muscles, vessels, and other anatomic information in an easy-to-use format ideal for review and study. Enhanced medical imaging includes more than 100 clinically significant MRIs, CT images, ultrasound scans, and corresponding orientation drawings to help students confidently apply the laboratory experience to clinical rotations. Color schematic illustrations reinforce the relationships of structures and anatomical concepts in vibrant detail.

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Book SynopsisShortlisted for the 2024 Wainwright Prize for Writing on ConservationSophie writes fantastically, chronicling the most important issues facing nature conservationists today.' Chris PackhamFor thousands of years, humans have been the architects of the natural world. Our activities have permanently altered the environment for good and for bad.In Nature's Ghosts, award-winning journalist Sophie Yeo examines how the planet would have looked before humans scrubbed away its diversity: from landscapes carved out by megafauna to the primeval forests that emerged following the last Ice Age, and from the eagle-haunted skies of the Dark Ages to the flower-decked farms of more recent centuries.Uncovering the stories of the people who have helped to shape the landscape, she seeks out their footprints even where it seems there are none to be found. And she explores the timeworn knowledge that can help to fix our broken relationship with the earth.Along the way, Sophie encounters the environmental d

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Basic Word Structure 2. Terms Pertaining to the Body as a Whole 3. Suffixes 4. Prefixes 5. Digestive System 6. Additional Suffixes and Digestive System Terminology 7. Urinary System 8. Female Reproductive System 9. Male Reproductive System 10. Nervous System 11. Cardiovascular System 12. Respiratory System 13. Blood System 14. Lymphatic and Immune Systems 15. Musculoskeletal System 16. Skin 17. Sense Organs: The Eye and the Ear 18. Endocrine System 19. Cancer Medicine (Oncology) 20. Radiology and Nuclear Medicine 21. Pharmacology 22. Psychiatry APPENDIX I Plurals APPENDIX II Abbreviations, Symbols, Acronyms, and Eponyms APPENDIX III Normal Hematologic Reference Values and Implications of Abnormal Results APPENDIX IV Drugs Index

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Book SynopsisPerfect for introductory level students, Hole''s Human Anatomy and Physiology is crafted to be easily understood, even for those without a science background. The book prioritizes building a solid foundation by exploring essential themes distilled into fundamental concepts and highlighting underlying mechanisms. The content is presented in an easy to digest writing style, complemented by striking artwork and illustrations. Throughout the text, the Learn, Practice, Assess method is consistently applied, seamlessly integrating assessment and practice opportunities. This approach assists students in honing their understanding and concentrating their study efforts. The author team, actively engaged in the classroom, brings a blend of career relevance, an emphasis on clinical applications, concise language, and a contemporary perspective to this esteemed anatomy and physiology classic.

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Book SynopsisYou''re autistic - but what does that really mean?Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic!In this fully illustrated graphic guide to what it means to be autistic and discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging and even begin to understand and navigate all of your big (and small) feelings. Best of all, learn what makes you totally unique. You might just come away with some cool facts to share with your friends and family!

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Book SynopsisIf you think the Bible is irrelevant, irrational, or even, at times, immoral—and you have an open mind—The Rational Bible will change your mind and influence your outlook on life. You will come to understand why the Bible and especially its first five books, the Torah, are the most influential books ever written. Equally important, you will understand how they apply to your life.  The Rational Bible, Dennis Prager’s commentary and explanation of these five books—rooted in his expertise in biblical Hebrew and its grammar—is widely considered the most important modern Bible commentary. Read the thousands of reviews on Amazon—written by people of many faiths and of no faith—and you will appreciate why this is so.   The Book of Numbers—“In the Wilderness” in the original Hebrew—is the fourth book of the Bible. Among the many compelling issues addressed in this volume are the following: Doubting God. What produces faith—miracles or effort? And if effort, what efforts work? Arguing with God. Ingratitude as a source of evil. Why only men could be priests. Why the conscience is not morally reliable. Is fanaticism ever justified? Is there luck in life, or is everything determined by God’s will? The title of this five-volume commentary is The Rational Bible because its approach is entirely reason-based. The reader is never asked to accept anything on faith alone. In Dennis Prager’s words, “If something I write is not rational, I have not done my job.”   Few people alive today have influenced as many people as has Dennis Prager. In the words of the website, Powerline, “Dennis Prager is probably the foremost public intellectual of our time.” Read The Rational Bible and you will understand why.

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Book SynopsisAcross forty days of vivid storytelling, It Is Finished offers you a unique and vital roadmap to trace the power and necessity of the cross throughout the Bible, from the book of Genesis all the way to your present-day reality.

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Book SynopsisAnyone with the enthusiasm to pick up a pen will be able to unearth the inner workings of the Quran and its deeper treasures. Through tracing the verses, they will gain the tools to appreciate the Qur''an and its teachings in a lasting personal way. This is a stimulating journey, and its starting point tests on using the pen, the very instrument that Allah almighty SWT places centrally in His first Revelation to the Prophet Muhammad PBUH *Read: Your Lord is most Generous, He who taught by the pen (Taught man that which he knew not " [Surah Al-Alaq 96.3-51) In using "The Tracing Quran'' methodology, we can give the pen its rightful position as a medium of peace and guidance "The Tracing Our''an includes: A reminder of the importance of engaging with the Ouran The virtues of engaging with the Quran by way of tracing and writing. An approach to tracing or writing the Quran. A tracing, writing & memorisation checklist.

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Book SynopsisMarried Ever After is a guide through the marriage process based on 20 timeless Qur''anic principles, insightful Prophetic examples and contemporary research on maintaining successful relationships. We know all relationships involve struggle, and challenges are an inevitable part of a believer''s life. Married Ever After teaches us how to pick the struggles that are worthy, rewarding and lead to the greatest pleasure.  Whether you are preparing for marriage, already in a marriage or contemplating ending one, Married Ever After is your companion, reminder and compass back to Divine pleasure at every stage.  Rooted in Islamic principles, we learn how our spiritual health impacts the wellbeing of our human relationships. The goal of Married Ever After is more important than ever. Learn how to revive the contentment at home, because successful thriving families are at the heart of a successful thriving Ummah.  

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Basic Dental Instruments 2 Enamel-Cutting Instruments 3 Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide Sedation 4 Evacuation Devices, Air/Water Syringe Tip, and Dental Unit 5 Dental Handpieces 6 Burs and Rotary Attachments for Handpieces 7 Dental Dam Instruments 8 Amalgam Restorative Instruments 9 Composite Restorative Instruments 10 Fixed Prosthodontics Restorative Instruments 11 Endodontic Instruments 12 Hygiene Instruments 13 Preventive and Sealant Instruments and Whitening Trays 14 Orthodontic Instruments 15 Universal Surgical Instruments 16 Periodontal Instruments and Periodontal Surgical Instruments 17 Oral Surgery Extraction Instruments and Dental Implants 18 Sterilization and Protective Equipment 19 Dental Materials Equipment 20 Dental Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment 21 Patient Assessment and Emergency Equipment Index

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated guide on how to understand and engage with medicinal herbs. In her fascinating second book, full time medical herbalist, Lucy Jones, shares the characters and medicinal virtues of 108 herbs that she works with in her practice. She writes about each herb as an individual that she knows and respects, rather than simply a list of conditions it treats or the constituents it contains. Lucy gives the physiological actions, energetic qualities, and emotional resonances as well as qualities according to Tibetan Medicine, where they apply. She also includes historical views, magical associations, and plenty of recipes for the home herbal apothecary. A Working Herbal Dispensary sheds light on the way that Lucy prescribes her herbs, with an emphasis on treating dietary and lifestyle factors alongside herbs to treat the root cause of illness. There are numerous informal case studies to illustrate both the actions of the herbs and the special magic of truly holistic herbal prescribing. Beautifully illustrated throughout with colour photographs, A Working Herbal Dispensary is much more than your run of the mill herbal; it is an insight into a holistic practice where herbs and herbalist are working in partnership for the benefit of those that need help.Trade Review“This book is a rare gem, as it is not just re-writing every other herb book but comes from the heart of a busy practitioner who uses herbs clinically every day. Lucy doesn’t just ‘use’ herbs to ‘fix what’s broken’, rather she understands how they holistically heal the whole person. These monographs are not just short paragraphs of what conditions the plants are ‘good for’, but a top-notch interweaving of tradition and experience that capture the medicinal essence of the plants. The binding of this book is going to become well-worn over the years.” Sajah Popham, founder of The School of Evolutionary Herbalism and author of Evolutionary Herbalism “Another wonderful herbal from Lucy, rich in ancient lore and insights from the Tibetan tradition brilliantly interwoven with wisdom, experience, and practical tips from a working herbalist and a self-sufficient one too! With fascinating and detailed descriptions of over one hundred herbs, enlivened by photos of herbs lovingly grown and foraged by Lucy, this book is testimony to the living tradition of herbalism in England and a great opportunity to learn how a clinical herbalist implements the tools of their trade. Thank you, Lucy!” Anne McIntyre, medical merbalist (FNIMH) and author of The Complete Herbal Tutor and Healing with Flowers “This work will undoubtedly go on to become canon in the arena of herbal medicine. It does not just provide information, with Lucy’s deep understanding and long clinical practice, it’s also experiential. A Working Herbal Dispensary takes us on a journey into the plant kingdom; a journey where we experience and really connect with the energies, and magic, we encounter when we work with healing plants.” Karen Stone, practitioner and teacher of Tibetan MedicineTable of ContentsHerbs by common name Herbs by Latin name Acknowledgements INTRODUCTION PART ONE: A RECIPROCAL RELATIONSHIP 1 The importance of understanding herbs as individuals 2 The actions of herbs in physiological healing 3 Energetic actions: Tibetan medicine and the interplay with the elements 4 Healing the emotions and encouraging connection to the whole PART TWO: THE HERBS 5 Introducing the herbs 6 Ways of taking herbs Glossary of physiological actions Historical and modern sources Name index 407 Subject index

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Book SynopsisThis book offers guidance from leading experts in designing deliberate practice activities specific to the individual practitioner.Table of Contents Expanded Contents Contributors Foreword Bruce E. Wampold A Personal Preface and Dedication Scott D. Miller Introduction: How to Use TheField Guide to Better Results Scott D. Miller & Mark A. Hubble Chapter 1. Identifying Your "What" to Practice Scott D. Miller & Mark A. Hubble Chapter 2. Identifying and Refining Your Individualized Learning Objective Daryl Chow, Scott D. Miller, & Mark A. Hubble Chapter 3. Client Factors Joshua K. Swift, Jesse Owen, and Scott D. Miller Chapter 4. Therapist Factors Helene A. Nissen-Lie, Erkki Heinonen, & Jaime Delgadillo 5. Relationship Factors John C. Norcross & Christie P. Karpiak 6. Hope and Expectancy Factors Michael J. Constantino, Heather J. Muir, Averi N. Gaines, & Kimberly Ouimette 7. Structural Factors Nicholas Oleen-Junk & Noah Yulish 8. Habits: The Key to a Sustainable System of Deliberate Practice Sam Malins, Scott D. Miller, Mark A. Hubble, & Daryl Chow 9. The Last Chapter (but Not the Last Word) on Deliberate Practice Sam Malins, Daryl Chow, Scott D. Miller, & Mark A. Hubble Appendix A: Taxonomy of Deliberate Practice Activities in Psychotherapy—Therapist Version (Version 6) Appendix B: Taxonomy of Deliberate Practice Activities in Psychotherapy Exercise Guide Index About the Editors

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSystemic Monographs Acarbose 1 Acepromazine 2 Acetaminophen 7 Acetazolamide 9 Acetic Acid 11 Acetylcysteine 12 Acyclovir 14 Afoxolaner 16 Aglepristone 18 Albendazole 20 Albumin, Human 22 Albuterol 24 Alendronate 27 Alfaxalone 29 Alfentanil 35 Allopurinol 37 Alprazolam 39 Altrenogest 41 Aluminum Hydroxide 44 Amantadine 45 Amikacin, Systemic 47 Aminocaproic Acid 51 Aminophylline 53 Amiodarone 56 Amitriptyline 58 Amlodipine 62 Ammonium Chloride 65 Amoxicillin 67 Amoxicillin/Clavulanate 70 Amphotericin B 74 Ampicillin 78 Ampicillin/Sulbactam 82 Amprolium 84 Antivenom, Latrodectus mactans 86 Antivenom, Crotalidae 87 Antivenom, North American Coral Snake 90 Apomorphine 92 Apramycin 94 Ascorbic Acid 96 Asparaginase 98 Aspirin 100 Atenolol 103 Atipamezole 106 Atovaquone 108 Atracurium 109 Atropine 112 Auranofin 116 Azathioprine 118 Azithromycin 120 Benazepril 123 Betamethasone (Systemic) 127 Bethanechol 130 Bisacodyl 132 Bismuth Subsalicylate 133 Bleomycin 135 Bromides 137 Bromocriptine 140 Budesonide 142 Bupivacaine 144 Bupivacaine Liposome 147 Buprenorphine 150 Buspirone 155 Butorphanol 157 Butylscopolamine 164 Cabergoline 165 Caffeine 167 Calcitonin 169 Calcitriol 170 Calcium Acetate 172 Calcium, IV (-Borogluconate, -Chloride, -Gluconate) 174 Calcium, Oral (-Carbonate, -Gluconate, -Lactate) 177 Cannabidiol (CBD) 179 Capromorelin 182 Carbimazole 184 Carboplatin 186 Carnitine 189 Carprofen 190 Carvedilol 193 Caspofungin 195 Cefaclor 197 Cefadroxil 198 Cefazolin 201 Cefepime 203 Cefixime 205 Cefotaxime 206 Cefotetan 208 Cefovecin 210 Cefoxitin 212 Cefpodoxime 214 Cefquinome 216 Ceftazidime 219 Ceftiofur Crystalline Free Acid 221 Ceftiofur HCl 224 Ceftiofur Sodium 227 Ceftriaxone 230 Cefuroxime 232 Cephalexin 234 Cephapirin 237 Cetirizine 238 Charcoal, Activated 240 Chlorambucil 243 Chloramphenicol 245 Chlorothiazide 249 Chlorpheniramine 251 Chlorpromazine 253 Chlortetracycline 255 Cholestyramine 257 Chorionic Gonadotropin 259 Ciclesonide 261 Cimetidine 263 Ciprofloxacin 265 Cisapride 269 Cisplatin 271 Citrate, Potassium 274 Clarithromycin 276 Clemastine 279 Clenbuterol 280 Clindamycin 282 Clodronate 286 Clofazimine 288 Clomipramine 289 Clonazepam 292 Clonidine 294 Clopidogrel 297 Cloprostenol 299 Clorazepate 301 Cloxacillin 303 Cobalamin 304 Codeine 307 Colchicine 309 Corticotropin 311 Cortisone 312 Cosyntropin 314 Crofelemer 316 Cromolyn (Inhaled) 317 Cyclophosphamide 318 Cyclosporine (Systemic) 322 Cyproheptadine 327 Cytarabine 329 Dacarbazine (DTIC) 332 Dactinomycin 334 Dalteparin 335 Danofloxacin 337 Dantrolene 339 Dapsone 341 Darbepoetin Alfa 342 Decoquinate 344 Deferoxamine 346 Deracoxib 347 Desflurane 349 Deslorelin 351 Desmopressin 352 Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate (DOCP) 355 Detomidine 358 Dexamethasone 361 Dexmedetomidine 367 Dexrazoxane 372 Dextran 70 373 Dextromethorphan 375 Dextrose 50% Injection 376 Diazepam 378 Diazoxide 382 Dichlorphenamide 384 Diclazuril 385 Diclofenac, Topical 387 Dicloxacillin 389 Diethylstilbestrol (DES) 390 Digoxin 392 Diltiazem 396 Dimenhydrinate 399 Dimercaprol (BAL) 400 Dimethyl Sulfoxide 402 Diminazene 404 Dinoprost 405 Diphenhydramine 409 Diphenoxylate/Atropine 412 Dipyrone 413 Dobutamine 416 Docusate 418 Dolasetron 419 Domperidone 420 Dopamine 422 Doramectin 424 Doxapram 426 Doxepin 429 Doxorubicin 430 Doxycycline 433 Edetate Calcium Disodium (CaEDTA) 438 Edrophonium 440 Emodepside/Praziquantel 442 Enalapril 445 Enoxaparin 448 Enrofloxacin 450 Ephedrine 455 Epinephrine 457 Epirubicin 460 Epoetin Alfa 463 Eprinomectin/Praziquantel 465 Eprinomectin 467 Epsiprantel 469 Ergocalciferol 470 Ertapenem 472 Erythromycin 473 Esmolol 477 Esomeprazole 478 Estradiol 481 Estriol 483 Ethambutol 485 Ethanol 487 Etodolac 489 Etomidate 491 Euthanasia Agents with Pentobarbital 493 Exenatide 494 Famciclovir 498 Famotidine 499 Fatty Acids, Omega- 3 501 Felbamate 503 Fenbendazole 505 Fenofibrate 508 Fenoldopam 510 Fentanyl, Injection 512 Fentanyl, Transdermal Patch 515 Ferrous Sulfate 519 Fexofenadine 521 Filgrastim (Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor; GCSF) 522 Finasteride 524 Firocoxib 525 Florfenicol 528 Fluconazole 530 Flucytosine 534 Fludrocortisone 535 Flumazenil 537 Flumethasone 539 Flunixin 541 Fluorouracil 544 Fluoxetine 547 Fluralaner 549 Fluticasone 552 Fluvoxamine 554 Folic Acid 556 Fomepizole 558 Fosfomycin 559 Frunevetmab 561 Furazolidone 562 Furosemide 563 Gabapentin 568 Gamithromycin 571 Gemcitabine 572 Gemfibrozil 574 Gentamicin, Systemic 576 Glipizide 580 Glucagon 582 Glucosamine/Chondroitin Sulfate 583 Glyburide 585 Glycerin, Oral 587 Glycopyrrolate 588 Gonadorelin 591 Granisetron 593 Grapiprant 594 Griseofulvin 596 Guaifenesin, Intravenous 598 Hemoglobin Glutamer- 200 (Bovine) 601 Heparin 603 Hyaluronate 606 Hydralazine 607 Hydrochlorothiazide 610 Hydrocodone Combinations 612 Hydrocortisone 615 Hydrogen Peroxide 3% (Oral) 618 Hydromorphone 619 Hydroxychloroquine 623 Hydroxyethyl Starch (HES) Colloids 625 Hydroxyurea 628 Hydroxyzine 629 Hyoscyamine 632 Hypertonic Saline (7% to 7.5%) 633 Ifosfamide 635 Imepitoin 637 Imidacloprid, Systemic 639 Imidapril 640 Imidocarb 642 Imipenem/Cilastatin Sodium 644 Imipramine 646 Immune Globulin (Human), Intravenous 649 Insulin, Aspart 651 Insulin, Detemir 655 Insulin, Glargine 658 Insulin, Lente 662 Insulin, Lispro 666 Insulin, NPH 670 Insulin, Protamine Zinc 674 Insulin, Regular (Crystalline Zinc) 677 Interferon Alfa, Human Recombinant 681 Interferon Omega, Feline Origin 683 Iodide (Potassium-, Sodium-) 685 Iohexol 687 Ipratropium 689 Irbesartan 690 Iron Dextran 692 Isoflupredone 693 Isoflurane 695 Isoniazid (INH) 698 Isoproterenol 700 Isotretinoin 701 Isoxsuprine 703 Itraconazole 704 Ivermectin 709 Ivermectin/Clorsulon 714 Kaolin/Pectin 715 Ketamine 717 Ketoconazole, Systemic 725 Ketoprofen 729 Ketorolac 732 L- Theanine 733 Lactulose 735 Lanthanum 736 Leflunomide 738 Leucovorin 740 Leuprolide 741 Levamisole 743 Levetiracetam 746 Levothyroxine 749 Lidocaine, Local Anesthetic 752 Lidocaine (Intravenous; Systemic) 756 Lincomycin 760 Linezolid 762 Liothyronine 764 Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) 766 Lisinopril 769 Lokivetmab 771 Lomustine 773 Loperamide 775 Loratadine 777 Lorazepam 778 Losartan 781 Lotilaner 783 Lufenuron/Lufenuron Combination Products 785 Lysine 788 Magnesium Hydroxide 789 Magnesium, IV 791 Mannitol 793 Marbofloxacin 796 Maropitant 799 Mavacoxib 802 Mechlorethamine 804 Meclizine 805 Medetomidine 807 Medetomidine/Vatinoxan 811 Medium Chain Triglycerides; (MCT) Oil 814 Medroxyprogesterone 815 Megestrol 817 Meglumine Antimoniate 819 Melarsomine 821 Melatonin 823 Meloxicam 825 Melphalan 829 Meperidine 831 Mepivacaine 834 Meropenem 837 Metergoline 839 Metformin 840 Methadone 842 Methazolamide 846 Methenamine 848 Methimazole 849 Methionine 852 Methocarbamol 854 Methotrexate 856 Methylene Blue 859 Methylphenidate 861 Methylprednisolone 863 Metoclopramide 867 Metoprolol 870 Metronidazole 873 Metyrapone 877 Mexiletine 878 Midazolam 880 Milbemycin Oxime 885 Miltefosine 887 Mineral Oil 889 Minocycline 890 Mirtazapine 893 Misoprostol 896 Mitotane 899 Mitoxantrone 902 Molybdates 904 Montelukast 905 Morantel 906 Morphine 907 Moxidectin/Moxidectin Combination Products 912 Mycobacterial Cell Wall Fraction Immunomodulator 918 Mycophenolate 920 Nalbuphine 923 Naloxone 924 Naltrexone 926 Neomycin 928 Neostigmine 930 Appendix 1480 Veterinarian’s Guide to Writing Prescriptions 1480 Indication 1516 Pharmacist’s Quick Guide to Veterinary Prescriptions: A Whole Different Animal 1482 Important Contact Information 1483 Drug Store Toxins in Small Animal Species 1484 Overdose and Toxin Exposure Decontamination Guidelines 1487 Multidrug Sensitivity (MDR1 Mutation) in Dogs and Cats 1488 How to Find a Quality- Assured Compounding Pharmacy 1490 Glucocorticoid Agents, General Information 1491 Insulin, General Information 1494 Opioids, General Information 1498 Penicillins, General Information 1498 Antimicrobials in Human and Veterinary Medicine: A Global Classification 1500 ARCI UCGFS Classifications 1503 Extra-Label Drug Use 1503 Veterinary Feed Directive 1504 Conversion Tables for Weight in Kilograms to Body Surface Area (m2) 1506 Conversion of Conventional Chemistry Units to SI Units 1507 Milliequivalents and Molecular Weights, 1507 Solubility Definitions 1508 Parenteral Fluids 1508 Normal Vital Signs 1510 Reference Laboratory Ranges 1510 Estrus and Gestation Periods: Dogs and Cats 1515 Systemic Drugs Sorted by Therapeutic Class or Major Indication 1516 Index 1522

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of the best-selling Divine Feminine Oracle, and the author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling Mary Magdalene Revealed, this stunning oracle delves deep into Mary Magdalene''s long-lost spiritual teachings and her message of inclusionary love meant for all humanity.The Mary Magdalene Oracle is about a vision of radical love that formed long before Christianity became a formal religion in the 4th century, long before Mary''s gospel was excluded, destroyed, and buried. It''s a vision of humanity as a beloved community that risked their lives to recognize each other as equalsinnately worthy of love, no matter their status within the Roman Empire. And it''s about a vision that Christ gave Mary to then give to us, then and nowto see less with the ego and more with the eye of the heart.The Mary Magdalene Oracle leads us card by card through the spiritual teachings of the Gospel of Mary as well as pivotal moments in th

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Book SynopsisSmall’s Practical Guide to Botulinum Toxin Procedures, Second Edition, is the highly anticipated revision of the best-selling step-by-step guide to performing minimally invasive botulinum toxin procedures. With over four hundred 5-star reviews online, the First Edition established itself as the go-to resource for providers looking to enhance their practice by performing medical aesthetic procedures. In the Second Edition, insights from Dr. Small’s additional 10 years of clinical practice, research, and teaching create an even more valuable resource, whether you are new to aesthetic medicine or an experienced practitioner. Small’s Practical Guide provides you with the latest information and techniques, best practices for risk reduction, and expert guidance for optimal results. Up-to-Date Knowledge: Stay informed on the newest products and high-dose toxins, along with new chapters on advanced procedures such as masseter, Nefertiti lift, necklace lines, chest lines, and nasal tip elevation. Learn how to treat multiple areas in one visit for the best effects and how to combine toxin with other medical aesthetic procedures. Illustrated Photographs and Procedural Guidance: Patient photos overlayed with anatomically precise artwork and Safety Zones along with detailed instructions minimize complications and improve results. Enhanced Learning Experience: New instructional videos of Dr. Small demonstrating key techniques refine your skills and move you from classroom to practice faster. Quick Reference Tools: Quick Guides to Dosing for all procedures, Overview Illustrations for injection location and dose for each treatment area, Concise Technique Instruction, as well as Summary Tables for injection volumes save valuable clinic time. Real-Life Application: Over 20 patient cases and guidance on cultural, generational, and gender preferences provide invaluable insight into treating diverse patient populations. Patient-Centered Approach: Updated comprehensive patient assessment, follow-up care, and complication management strategies to ensure the best procedure experience for your patients—plus discussion on achieving a natural pattern of aging and facial harmony.

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Book SynopsisThe best cardiovascular physiology text for USMLE review and course workConcise and engaging, Mohrman and Hellerâs Cardiovascular Physiology provides everything you need to gain a fundamental knowledge of the basic operating principles of the intact cardiovascular system and how those principles apply to clinical medicine. This updated edition is more reader-friendly and includes important updates, design improvements, and fresh perspectives on critical subject matter.Succinct but thorough, the text focuses on the facts and concepts you must know to get a solid âœbig pictureâ overview of how the cardiovascular system operates in normal and abnormal situations. No other text will prove more valuable in enhancing your ability to evaluate the myriad new information you will be exposed to throughout your career than Mohrman and Hellerâs Cardiovascular Physiology. Medical students will find it to be an outstanding review for the USMLE and experienced cTable of ContentsPrefaceChapter 1. Overview of the Cardiovascular SystemObjectivesEvolution and Homeostatic Role of the Cardiovascular SystemOverall Design of the Cardiovascular SystemThe Basic Physics of Blood FlowMaterial Transport by Blood FlowThe HeartThe VasculatureBloodPerspectivesChapter 2. Characteristics of Cardiac Muscle CellsObjectivesElectrical Activity of Cardiac Muscle CellsMechanical Activity of the HeartRelating Cardiac Muscle Cell Mechanics to Ventricular FunctionPerspectivesChapter 3. The Heart PumpObjectivesCardiac CycleDeterminants of Cardiac OutputInfluences on Stroke VolumeSummary of Determinants of Cardiac OutputSummary of Sympathetic Neural Influences on Cardiac FunctionCardiac EnergeticsPerspectivesChapter 4. Measurements of Cardiac FunctionObjectivesMeasurement of Mechanical FunctionMeasurement of Cardiac Excitation—The ElectrocardiogramPerspectivesChapter 5. Cardiac AbnormalitiesObjectivesElectrical Abnormalities and ArrhythmiasCardiac Valve AbnormalitiesPerspectivesChapter 6. The Peripheral Vascular SystemObjectivesTranscapillary TransportResistance and Flow in Networks of VesselsNormal Conditions in the Peripheral VasculatureMeasurement of Arterial PressureDeterminants of Arterial PressurePerspectivesChapter 7. Vascular ControlObjectivesVascular Smooth MuscleControl of Arteriolar ToneControl of Venous ToneSummary of Primary Vascular Control MechanismsVascular Control in Specific OrgansPerspectivesChapter 8. Hemodynamic InteractionsObjectivesKey System ComponentsCentral Venous Pressure: An Indicator of Circulatory StatusPerspectivesChapter 9. Regulation of Arterial PressureObjectivesShort-Term Regulation of Arterial PressureLong-Term Regulation of Arterial PressurePerspectivesChapter 10. Cardiovascular Responses to Physiological StressesObjectivesPrimary Disturbances and Compensatory ResponsesEffect of Respiratory ActivityEffect of GravityEffect of ExerciseNormal Cardiovascular AdaptationsPerspectivesChapter 11. Cardiovascular Function in Pathological SituationsObjectivesCirculatory ShockCardiac DisturbancesHypertensionPerspectivesAnswers to Study QuestionsAppendix AAppendix BAppendix CAppendix DAppendix EIndex

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Book SynopsisWhy are some people smarter than others? This volume presents scientific research about the fundamental human attribute of intelligence. Written by two internationally recognised experts in straightforward language, the chapters address mental processes, brain imaging, genetics, aging, evidence-based prospects for enhancing intelligence and more.Trade Review'A riveting survey of modern research to unlock the nature and biological foundations of human intelligence by pioneers in the field.' Aron K. Barbey, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA'The Science of Human Intelligence by Richard J. Haier and Roberto Colom is probably the best book about human intelligence ever written. It comes as the second edition of Human Intelligence, written by Earl Hunt 12 years ago. Hunt's book was already a great text, which influenced research and teaching in the field considerably. This edition is much more than Hunt's book. It covers virtually everything we know about human intelligence: it provides an accurate and up-to-date picture of research findings and ideas, including the history, and the current cognitive and psychometric models, of intelligence, and summarizes and evaluates research on the brain, and the genetic, cultural, and environmental bases of intelligence. It is strongly suggested to anyone who wants to know how the human mind works and why humans differ on many of its functions.' Andreas Demetriou, University of Cyprus'Human intelligence is the major adaptive mechanism for humans. If humans and this planet are to survive, it will be important that we understand and optimize our intellectual capabilities. This book presents our current best understanding of human intelligence and how it should be studied.' Douglas K. Detterman, Psychologist, USA'To update Hunt's book must have been a challenging job. Roberto and Richard did so dexterously by inserting new and solid information. The result is a delightful book full of important information for those who want to learn from the best researchers in human intelligence.' Carmen Flores-Mendoza, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Brazil'Perennially, there have been too few higher-level textbooks devoted to human intelligence differences. This engagingly voiced book is commendable as clear, current, comprehensive, and cautious.' Ian Deary, University of Edinburgh, UK'An excellent textbook that will leave readers with an informed and nuanced grasp of core and emerging findings in intelligence research. Drs. Haier and Colom succeed in presenting complex topics accessibly, and in modeling the commitment to scientific-mindedness and respectful discussion that is critical to progress in understanding human intelligence.' Matthew Euler, University of Utah, USA'The Science of Human Intelligence is a superb book. It provides an authoritative review of what is known about human intelligence, from its measurement to underlying brain systems to real-world consequences. The approach is balanced and up to date and does not shy away from controversial topics. This is a highly recommended must-read for anyone interested in the facts about human intelligence, and is appropriate for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as professionals who work in related areas, and the educated public.' David Geary, University of Missouri, USA'The Science of Human Intelligence is a great book. It provides a wealth of up-to-date scientific information and a comprehensive, thoughtful, and balanced evaluation of what is known, what is not known, and what still needs to be learned about human intelligence. It also provides much food for thought for those who are willing to learn from open discussions and even from constructive confrontation of competing ideas. It will answer many questions that readers might have about intelligence. More importantly, it will help them to ask new questions that they have not yet thought of.' Yulia Kovas, Goldsmiths, University of London, UK'A towering accomplishment! Human behavior can be better understood when variation in intelligence is considered. Engagingly written and packed with constructive insights, this book should be considered a must-read for advanced undergraduates and all persons interested in how post-industrial societies are structured. I expect many of its older, open-minded readers will feel educationally cheated if unexposed to this vibrant scientific arena earlier in their lives. Throughout, the authors demonstrate how many current explanations of human behavior that neglect the vast range of individual differences in cognitive functioning are untenable. If such problems as climate change, cyber-insecurity, educational-occupational disparities, pandemics, and even finding a fulfilling life are to be addressed realistically and humanely, individual differences in cognitive functioning must be considered. This book is the field as it now stands.' David Lubinski, Vanderbilt University, USA'With their 75 years of combined research experience in the field of intelligence, no other pair of authors could have written such an authoritative and comprehensive book. It lucidly covers the theories, methods, and results of intelligence research, from the environment and training to genes and the brain throughout the life course. Clear and engaging, the book doesn't shy away from controversial issues. Highly recommended.' Robert Plomin, King's College London, UK'This book critically analyzes research on human intelligence, distinguishing between science and politics. The authors admit that much still remains to be discovered and therefore address all those aspects easily susceptible to manipulation in a balanced way. This is an important merit of this book.' Aristide Saggino, University of Chieti-Pescara, ItalyTable of ContentsList of figures; List of tables; List of boxes; Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. A brief voyage to the past; 2. Basic concepts; 3. Psychometric models of intelligence; 4. Cognitive models of intelligence and information processing; 5. Intelligence and the brain; 6. The genetic basis of intelligence; 7. Experience and intelligence; 8. Intelligence and everyday life; 9. Introduction to the scientific study of population differences; 10. Sex differences and intelligence; 11. Intelligence and aging; 12. Intelligence in the world; 13. Enhancing intelligence; 14. A final word; References; Index.

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Book SynopsisAn accessible introduction to the historical and theological developments between the Old and New Testament.Bridging the end of the Old Testament period and the beginning of the New Testament period, this book surveys the history and theological developments of four significant eras in Israel''s post-exilic history: the Persian Era (539-331 BC), the Hellenistic Era (332-167 BC), the Hasmonean Era (167-63 BC), and the Roman Era (63-4 BC). In doing so, it does away with the notion that there were four hundred years of prophetic silence before Jesus.Bridging the Testaments outlines the political and social developments of these four periods, with particular focus on their impact upon Judeans and Samarians. Using a wide range of biblical and extra-biblical sources, George Athas reconstructs what can be known about the history of Judah and Samaria in these eras, providing the framework for understanding the history of God''s covenant people, and thTrade Review'Bridging the Testaments is an absolutely wonderful volume! Professor George Athas covers this crucial period so very well--this volume is thorough, carefully documented, very well written, and provides everything that students of Scripture should know about this pivotal period. I highly recommend it for scholars and students alike.' * CHRISTOPHER ROLLSTON, professor of Northwest Semitic languages and literature, George Washington University *'Even Old and New Testament experts often ignore or don't pay sufficient attention to the period between the Testaments. George Athas provides a detailed yet accessible account of this fascinating period that helps us understand the biblical material more fully. His presentation of the Persian, Greek, and Roman periods with a focus on Judah is riveting and insightful. I recommend this book to all who are interested in biblical history and theology.' * TREMPER LONGMAN III, distinguished scholar and professor emeritus of biblical studies, Westmont College *'For too long students of Scripture have jumped historically from the fall of Jerusalem to the birth of Jesus, skipping some of the key moments in the redemptive story and the key theological role that these wrongly named 'intertestamental' years and texts play in biblical theology. George Athas invites us into this era and its literature, showing how the communities of the Second Temple as well as enduring exile continue the history of redemption that emerges with the same community gathered around the temple in the Gospels and Acts. Historically accurate, carefully presented, Bridging the Testaments is an extremely helpful invitation to what is for many unfortunately the 'dark ages' of Jewish and biblical history.' * MARK J. BODA, professor of Old Testament, McMaster Divinity College *'George Athas has done us a great service in writing Bridging the Testaments. This is an outstanding book--it is interesting, well-written, erudite, and relevant for anyone seeking to understand either the postexilic period or the social, historical, and religious background for the New Testament. Providing more information and going more in depth than most other New Testament background studies, this volume will serve as a valuable textbook for any college or graduate class seeking to understand the intertestamental period and its impact on the New Testament. Furthermore, even if it is not required for class, it is a great read.' * J. DANIEL HAYS, senior professor of Old Testament, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary *'In his volume Bridging the Testaments, Athas exposes the political, cultural, religious, economic, and social realities of the Second Temple period. Through a serious inquiry into biblical and extrabiblical literature written in Hebrew, Aramaic, Persian, Greek, and Latin, the author counters the notions that there was a cessation of Jewish literature that led to a silent intertestamental period. Athas provides an exhaustive description of major events under Persian, Hellenistic, Hasmonean, and Roman rules between 597 BC and 4 BC. As stated by the author, 'these centuries are laden with fascinating twists and turns, close calls, and a cast of enthralling characters.' This masterpiece bridges the gap between the worlds of the Old and New Testaments and paints a clear picture of Second Temple Judaism during the centuries that precede the advent of the Messiah. Highly recommended.' * HÉLÈNE DALLAIRE, Earl S. Kalland professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages and chair of Old Testament department, Denver Seminary *'In this extremely useful volume, George Athas provides an accessible, highly readable, and comprehensive guide to the crucial period covering the end of the Old Testament era up to the beginning of the New Testament. In a remarkable achievement, Athas successfully weaves the interpretation of biblical books dealing with that later period and essential elements of New Testament background into the broader tapestry of world history of the centuries that saw the rise and fall of the Persian and Hellenistic kingdoms and the rise of Rome. This is a book that will engage both scholars and students, while providing an essential reference work for years to come.' * IAN YOUNG, professor of biblical studies, Australian Catholic University *'Sooner or later all students of the Bible must consider the relationship between what we call the Old and the New Testaments. The relationship is complex, rich, and important. There is continuity (the God of Israel is the God and Father of Jesus) and discontinuity (there is something 'new' about the New Testament). All this may be profitably explored from various angles. In this impressive and stimulating volume George Athas explores chiefly the historical connections between the Testaments. How did the 'world' of the Old Testament become the 'world' of the New? Dr. Athas dispels popular misunderstandings (for example, that there were 400 years of prophetic 'silence' between the Testaments) and introduces readers to outstanding characters and world-changing events unfamiliar to most of us. Some of his suggestions will raise further questions for readers, but all will benefit from Dr. Athas's deep grasp of his subject. The careful reading of this book will enrich the reader's understanding of the message of the New Testament that has turned the world upside down.' * JOHN WOODHOUSE, former principal of Moore Theological College *'Taking a traditional critical viewpoint, Athas provides a useful synthesis of the biblical texts and the extrabiblical sources to weave together an important review of these diverse elements. The work is worthy of consideration as a means to understand the complex picture of these centuries.' * RICHARD S. HESS, distinguished professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages, Denver Seminary *'This is a winsomely written yet carefully nuanced account of the historical landscape of Judea in the Second Temple period. It is unburdened by excessive footnotes, yet clearly informed by extensive research. Athas helps us hear how passages both from the Jewish Scriptures and extrabiblical texts spoke to people in their lived contexts during this period--and makes some provocative suggestions for how several Old Testament texts are actually part of the bridge between the testaments. I highly recommend this book to those looking for a solid immersion into the story of the deceptively blank page that separates Malachi from Matthew.' * DAVID A. DESILVA, trustees’ distinguished professor of New Testament and Greek, Ashland Theological Seminary *'With great detail, nuance, and insight, George Athas walks the reader through a remarkable expanse of history and the way it affected the growth and reception of Scripture. He shows how the texts transmitted within the Bible provide ways to cope with world-changing events carrying great theological relevance both for modern readers and for the ancient communities who experienced them. This book contributes enormously to a thoughtful engagement of the biblical tradition as a cornerstone of the human reckoning with history.' * MARK LEUCHTER, professor of ancient Judaism, Temple University *Table of ContentsPART ONE: THE LATE PERSIAN ERA 1.1 The History of the Late Persian Era 1.1.1 Brief Summary of the Early Persian Era (539–465 BC) 1.1.2 Yahwistic Communities in the ANE 1.1.3 Artaxerxes I and the Fragile Frontiers 1.1.4 The Mission of Ezra 1.1.5 The Mission of Nehemiah 1.1.6 The Emergence of the Samaritans 1.1.7 The Jewish Diaspora 1.1.8 The Final Century of Persian Rule 1.2 Theology During the Late Persian Era 1.2.1 Persian Imperial Religion 1.2.2 The Pillars of Israelite Identity 1.2.3 Reforming Israel 1.2.4 The Significance of the Land 1.2.5 Temple and the Presence of Yahweh 1.2.6 Temple and the Davidic King 1.2.7 Accepting Persian Hegemony 1.2.8 The Wisdom of Torah 1.2.9 The Consolidation of Monotheism 1.2.10 Eschatology and the Promise of Restoration 1.2.11 Jews and Samaritans 1.2.12 Diaspora and the Importance of Ancestry 1.2.13 Pilgrimage PART TWO: THE HELLENISTIC ERA 2.1 The History of the Hellenistic Era 2.1.1 The Rise of Alexander and the Fall of Persia 2.1.2 The Hellenistic Kingdoms 2.1.3 Ptolemy I and the Conquest of Jerusalem 2.1.4 Palestine: Between the Ptolemies and the Seleucids 2.1.5 Wrangling in the Priesthood 2.1.6 Antiochus IV and the Near-Death of Judaism 2.1.7 The Maccabean Revolt 2.1.8 The Hasmonean Dynasty 2.2 Theology During the Hellenistic Era 2.2.1 Political Disappointment and Eschatology 2.2.2 Political Disappointment and Eschatology 2.2.3 The Development of Apocalyptic 2.2.4 Messianic Expectation 2.2.5 Hierocracy 2.2.6 Torah Observance in a Hellenistic World 2.2.7 Development of a canonical consciousness Epilogue: The Beginning of the Roman Era 1. 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Book SynopsisThis is the 2nd edition of Key Questions in Cardiac Surgery, which has become the must-read book for all cardiac surgical practitioners and is part of the revolutionary 'Key Questions' series of cardiothoracic surgical textbooks, including Key Questions in Thoracic Surgery and Key Questions in Congenital Cardiac Surgery. The 1st edition was an international bestselling cardiac surgical textbook, for many years being the most popular cardiac surgical book on amazon, with amazing feedback and reviews. It also received a Highly Commended Award at the British Medical Association (BMA) Medical Book Awards and has been placed on the US Thoracic Surgery Directors Association (TSDA) recommended reading list for American cardiothoracic surgery residents and fellows. Key Questions in Cardiac Surgery provides a systematic overview of the important topics in contemporary adult cardiac surgical practice. The text is evidence-based, incorporating current literature and has been updated from the 1st edition with the most recent American Heart Association and European Society of Cardiology guidelines. This illustrated concise text is a practical and clinically focused book that covers all the key questions in cardiac surgery. Additional chapters on statistics and pulmonary embolism have been included, with the main chapters having been updated describing contemporary surgical techniques and management philosophies. Whilst being an ideal reference for cardiac surgical trainees and residents, especially when undertaking their cardiothoracic surgery board examinations, this book is also of great value to other specialties involved in the care of cardiac surgical patients, including cardiologists, cardiothoracic intensivists, nurses and physiotherapists.Trade Review"The title of this book Key Questions in Cardiac Surgery is appropriate since it covers systematically all questions asked in examinations or during the ward round. It is written in a question-answer format which makes it interesting to read. The illustrations are very good. The diagrams have been made in such a way that they provide a surgeons view. This book is based on the guidelines issued by the American Heart Association and European Society of Cardiology, and incorporates facts based on current scientific literature. Each chapter has a list of key scientific references for further reading. We would recommend this book as a companion for all cardiac surgery and cardiology trainees, perfusionists and cardiac anaesthesiologists. Overall, this book provides a practical and new approach to understand adult cardiac surgery." -- Professor of Cardiac Surgery & Editor-in-Chief on behalf of the Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery"A wonderful book. I have been looking for such a book for a very long time. It gives a global view on all aspects of adult cardiac surgery with emphasis on the important points. It is written in a very smooth and easy way. Its size is perfect so it can be carried everywhere. In my opinion, it is a must-have book if one is preparing for the speciality exam. Junior and senior trainees will also find it helpful during their career." -- Waterstones reviewI recommend this book for cardiac surgery trainees, fullfledged surgeons, and also for other medical practitioners wanting a brief and precise overview into our speciality, without having to pick up heavy textbooks and spend precious time searching for information. -- Professor of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Switzerland on behalf of the European Society of Cardiology

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Book SynopsisTrace the roots of Scottish folklore from Arthurian legends to magical beasts, demons and witches, going A-Z location by location throughout the country.Scotland has one of the richest traditions of folklore in the world, and the nation?s greatest writers have been influenced by the country?s abundance of customs, superstitions, ghost stories and folktales. Robert Burns, Walter Scott, James Hogg and Robert Louis Stevenson all used Scottish folklore in their work.This book traces the roots and traditions of Scottish folklore and introduces all its key parts, combining a huge range of material from gypsy-lore and Arthurian legend to tales of magical beasts, demons and witches and lore associated with the natural world.

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