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Book SynopsisEarl Creps is known for his work in connecting the younger generation of postmoderns with their Boomer predecessors. The author of Off-Road Disciplines, Creps, in this new book, takes up the topic of how older church leaders can learn from younger leaders who are more conversant with culture, technology, and social context. In addition to making the benefits of what he calls reverse mentoring apparent, he also makes it accessible by offering practical steps to implement this discipline at both personal and organizational levels, particularly in communication, evangelism, and leadership. Creps'' new book is a topic of interest both inside and outside the church as older leaders realize that they''re not getting it when it comes to technologies (iPod, IM, blogging) or cultural issues such as the fact that younger people see the world in an entirely different way. Creps has been personally involved in reverse mentoring for several years and has spoken and written on the subjectTrade Review"Full of timely examples that can help keep ministry fresh and relevant." – The Living Church (January 2009) "I enjoyed reading Earl Creps’ Off Road Disciplines, but I was enthralled by Reverse Mentoring….Through these extremely personal and detailed stories Creps gives the reader a window into the emerging world with all of its new language, technology, music, and quirkiness." –Easum-BandyTable of ContentsAbout Leadership Network. Introduction: It Takes a Child to Raise a Village. Part One: Facing Reality. Chapter 1 Identity: “I Am Not Cool”. Chapter 2 Culture: “I Don’t Get It”. Chapter 3 Ministry: “I Am Not Relevant”. Part Two: Cultivating Spirituality. Chapter 4 Vision: Seeing Beyond Ourselves. Chapter 5 Wisdom: Knowing Beyond Our Information. Chapter 6 Relationship: Befriending Beyond Our Peers. Part Three: Experiencing Practicality. Chapter 7 Evangelism: Learning from Outsiders. Chapter 8 Communication: Learning from Listeners. Chapter 9 Leadership: Learning from Followers. Part Four: Developing Reciprocity. Chapter 10 Protégés: Developing R-Mentoring Relationships. Chapter 11 Processes: Embedding R-Mentoring in Organizations. Chapter 12 Interview: Joel and Rachel Mentor Earl and Janet. Epilogue I Was So Much Older Then; I’m Younger Than That Now. Notes. Acknowledgments. About the Author. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe acclaimed approach to helping children with autism, profiled in the award-winning documentary Autism: The Musical This groundbreaking book outlines seven integrated keys for educators and parents to make meaningful connections with children on the autism spectrum. The book is based on the unique approach used by Elaine Hall and Diane Isaacs of The Miracle Project, a musical theater program for children with autism and their peers and siblings. The Miracle Project integrates traditional and creative therapies in an interactive, social dynamic. The book shows how to apply these effective strategies at school and at home to nurture kids'' self-expression and social skills. Elaine Hall and The Miracle Project were profiled in the two-time Emmy Award-winning HBO documentary, Autism: The Musical SevenKeys reveals the seven-step program that has proven so successful for children in the Miracle Project After readingSeven KeyTrade Review"This should be required reading for all teachers. Each of the seven keys are simple to add to not only the classroom but the home." (examiner.com, April 2012)Table of ContentsAcknowledgments ix About the Authors xi About The Miracle Project xiii Foreword by Stephen M. Shore xv Introduction: It Starts with You xvii The Seven Keys xviii How to Use This Book xix The Keys xx Elaine’s Story xxiii Part One: Autism 101 1 Primer: Autism Through a Different Lens 3 A Brief History 7 Inspirational Stories 11 Autism’s Alphabet Soup 13 Part Two: The Seven Keys 19 Key One Set an Intention 21 Key Two Develop Acceptance and Appreciation 37 Diane’s Story of Acceptance 51 Key Three Understand Sensory Profi le 59 Key Four Follow the Leader 73 Key Five Include the Child 87 Key Six Practice and Preparation Make Progress 105 Key Seven Live Miracle Minded 121 Conclusion: Opening Doors 131 Part Three: Appendixes 135 Appendix A: The Resource Room: Tools for Using the Seven Keys 137 Primer: Leading Schools of Thought 138 Autism Organizations 139 Films 141 IDEA and IEP 142 Key One Resources 142 Key Two Resources 143 Key Three Resources 144 Key Four Resources 144 Key Five Resources 145 Key Six Resources 145 Key Seven Resources 146 Appendix B: Additional Corners of the Resource Room 149 Environmental Factors 149 Classroom Set-Up 151 Proactive Tools 153 Accommodations 157 Creating Consistency Across All Environments 160 Creating a User-Friendly System 161 Seven Keys to a Smooth IEP 164 The Greatest Untapped Resource: The Parent 167 Index 175

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Book SynopsisGeographies of Health provides an accessible overview of the theoretical perspectives, methodologies, and research in the field of health geography.Table of ContentsList of Figures ix List of Tables xii Preface xiv Part I Describing and Explaining Health in Geographical Settings 1 Chapter 1 Introducing Geographies of Health 3 Health and Geography: Some Fundamental Concepts 6 Concepts of health 7 Geographical concepts 10 Geographies of Health: Five Case Studies 15 Neighborhoods and obesity in New York City 16 Public places after the introduction of “smoke free” legislation 18 The health of Aboriginal populations in Canada 19 Habitus and heart health: The collision of place, body, and health 21 Mental health in Australian immigration detention centers 23 Concluding Remarks 25 Chapter 2 Explaining Geographies of Health 29 Positivist Approaches to the Geography of Health 30 Positivist explanation 30 Further examples of positivist approaches 31 Social Interactionist Approaches to the Geography of Health 37 Social interactionist explanation 38 Further examples of social interactionist approaches 39 Structuralist Approaches to the Geography of Health 41 Structuralist explanation 42 Further examples of structuralist or conflict-based approaches 43 Structurationist Approaches to the Geography of Health 50 Structurationist explanation 50 Further examples of structurationist approaches 52 Post-structuralist Approaches to the Geography of Health 53 Post-structuralist explanation 54 Further examples of post-structuralist approaches 54 Concluding Remarks 59 Chapter 3 Quantitative Methods and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) 65 Visualizing and Exploring Health Data in a Spatial Context 66 Modeling Health Data in a Spatial Setting 78 Geographical Information Systems and Health 86 Concluding Remarks 96 Chapter 4 Qualitative Approaches to Interpreting the Geography of Health 101 Interviews 102 Focus Groups 110 Other Qualitative Methods 112 Qualitative Data Analysis 113 Rigor in Qualitative Research 116 Concluding Remarks 117 Part II Health and the Social Environment 123 Chapter 5 Health Inequalities I: Global Patterns and Regional Contrasts 125 Health Inequalities in the Global South 126 Health inequalities: Africa 130 Health inequalities: The BRIC countries 132 Health Inequalities in the Global North 139 Regional divides in the global north 139 Explaining inequalities in health outcomes in the global north 145 Concluding Remarks 152 Chapter 6 Health Inequalities II: Neighborhoods and Health 157 A Chicago Story 159 Neighborhood Context or Social Composition? 161 The Obesogenic Neighborhood 163 Psychosocial Health and Well-being 167 Housing and Health 169 Infectious Disease 170 Neighborhoods and Access to Care 174 Concluding Remarks 178 Chapter 7 Systems of Health Care 184 Principles of Health Service Delivery 185 Levels and types of health care provision 185 Promoting health, preventing illness 186 Health Care Systems 190 Geographies of rationing 192 Efficiency and equity 193 The need for health care 195 Inequalities in the Provision of Health Services 196 Health care provision in the global south 196 Health care provision in the global north 202 Geographies of Care 205 Concluding Remarks 208 Chapter 8 Inequalities in the Utilization of Health Services 214 Use of Primary Health Care Services 215 Use of Secondary and Tertiary Health Care Services 226 Do Provision and Utilization Affect Outcome? 231 Concluding Remarks 238 Chapter 9 Ageing and Place 244 What is Age? 245 Ageing Populations: Global and Regional Perspectives 246 The Distribution of Ill-Health and Disability Among Older Adults 249 Health Inequalities in Older Adults 254 Healthy Ageing “In Place” 258 There’s No Place Like Home 264 Concluding Remarks 268 Chapter 10 People on the Move: Migration and Health 273 Migration, Disruption, and Health 274 Voluntary migration and mental health 274 Forced displacement 276 The Impact of Migration on the Spread of Disease 280 Migration and the Incidence of Disease and Ill-health 283 Direct effects 283 Longer-term health impacts of migration 285 Migration as a confounding variable 290 Impact of Health Status on Migration 295 The Relationship Between Migration and Access to Health Services 298 Concluding Remarks 301 Part III Health and Human Modification of the Environment 307 Chapter 11 On Airs, Waters, Places 309 Air 311 Area sources 314 Linear sources 320 Point sources 324 Water 329 Cholera 331 Schistosomiasis 334 Gastroenteritis 335 Chemicals in drinking water 337 Concluding Remarks 342 Chapter 12 Health Impacts of Global Environmental Change 349 Stratospheric Ozone Depletion 352 The Science of Climate Change and Its Role in Human Health 356 Health Impacts of Climate Change 358 Air quality 360 Contamination of food and water 360 Temperature extremes 363 Extreme weather events and natural hazards 364 Impacts on infectious vector-borne disease 367 Concluding Remarks 370 Chapter 13 Emerging, Re-emerging, and Neglected Infectious Diseases 375 Disease Transmission: The Role of Vectors 376 The Drivers of Emerging, Re-emerging, and Neglected Diseases 378 Ecosystem change 378 Political upheaval, conflict, and disaster 382 Mobilities of people and goods 385 Antimicrobial resistance 387 Socioeconomic determinants and consequences 388 Concluding Remarks 391 Index 395

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Book SynopsisNow published in its Second Edition, the Textbook of Clinical Trials offers detailed coverage of trial methodology in diverse areas of medicine in a single comprehensive volume. Praise for the First Edition: ".Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Preface to Second Edition xvii Preface the First Edition xix Introduction 1 1 The Development of Clinical Trials 3 Simon Day 2 General Statistical Issues 13 David Machin 3 The Cochrane Collaboration 39 Mike Clarke Cancer 47 4 Breast Cancer 49 Donald A. Berry, Terry L. Smith and Aman U. Buzdar 5 Childhood Cancer 63 Sharon B Murphy and Jonathan J.Shuster 6 Gastrointestinal Cancers 81 Daniel Sargent, Richard Goldberg and Paul Limburg 7 Melanoma 105 Ping-Yu Liu and Vernon K. Sondak 8 Respiratory Cancers 121 Joan H. Schiller and Kyungmann Kim 9 Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma 137 Isha Malik and Petros Perros 10 Thyroid Cancer 143 Vijayaraman Arutchelvam and Petros Perros 11 Urologic Cancers 149 Edith D. Canby-Hagino, Catherine M. Tangen, and Ian M. Thompson 12 Haematologic Cancers: Challenges in Developing New Therapeutic Approaches 167 Charles A. Schiffer and Stephen L. George Cardiology 177 13 Acute Stroke 179 Philip Bath 14 Cardiovascular Disease 215 Krishna Prasad Dentistry and Oral Health Care 241 15 Dentistry and Oral Health Care 243 May C.M. Wong, Colman McGrath and Edward C.M. Lo Dermatology 261 16 Dermatology 263 Luigi Naldi and Cosetta Minelli Infectious Diseases 287 17 HIV Infection 289 Michael D. Hughes 18 Infectious Diseases 303 Ingela Krantz Ophthalmology 317 19 Ophthalmology 319 Jonathan C.K. Clarke and Peng-Tee Khaw Psychiatry 333 20 Anxiety Disorders 335 M. Katherine Shear and Philip W. Lavori 21 Cognitive Behaviour Therapy 353 Nicholas Tarrier and Til Wykes 22 Psychotherapy for Depression 377 Graham Dunn Reproductive Health 395 23 Contraception 397 Gilda Piaggio and Timothy M.M. Farley 24 Gynaecology and Infertility 421 Siladitya Bhattacharya and Jill Mollison 25 Early Pregnancy Termination 443 Beverly Winikoff and Batya Elul 26 Maternal and Perinatal Health 459 José Villar, Allan Donner, Edgardo Abalos and Liana Campódonico Respiratory 475 27 Respiratory Medicine 477 Anders Källén Surgery & Anaesthesia 517 28 Anaesthesia and Pain 519 Paul S. Myles and John Rigg 29 General Surgery 543 Dr Olga Jonasson and Domenic Reda 30 Plastic Surgery – Reconstructive Surgery 553 Erik Ang and Woffles Wu 31 Plastic Surgery – Aesthetic Surgery 575 Woffles Wu and Erik Ang Transplantation 591 32 Renal Transplantation 593 Vathsala Anantharaman Other Procedures 605 33 Wound Healing 607 Colin Song and Edwin Chan 34 Palliative Care 627 Robert S. Krouse and David Casarett 35 Complementary Medicine 647 Ping-Chung Leung 36 Cluster Randomized Trials in Health Care Research 669 Randall D. Cebul, Neal V. Dawson and Thomas E. Love 37 Nursing 681 Nicola Crichton Special Populations 699 38 Clinical Trials in Paediatrics 701 Johan P.E. Karlberg 39 Clinical Trials Involving Older People 711 Carol Jagger and Antony J. Arthur 40 Clinical Trials in Rare Diseases 723 Simon Day Index 735

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Book SynopsisOnly the most naïve or tendentious among us would deny the extent and intensity of suffering in the world. Can one hold, consistently with the common view of suffering in the world, that there is an omniscient, omnipotent, perfectly good God? This book argues that one can.Wandering in Darkness first presents the moral psychology and value theory within which one typical traditional theodicy, namely, that of Thomas Aquinas, is embedded. It explicates Aquinas''s account of the good for human beings, including the nature of love and union among persons. Eleonore Stump also makes use of developments in neurobiology and developmental psychology to illuminate the nature of such union. Stump then turns to an examination of narratives. In a methodological section focused on epistemological issues, the book uses recent research involving autism spectrum disorder to argue that some philosophical problems are best considered in the context of narratives. Using the methodology argued for, the book gives detailed, innovative exegeses of the stories of Job, Samson, Abraham and Isaac, and Mary of Bethany.In the context of these stories and against the backdrop of Aquinas''s other views, Stump presents Aquinas''s own theodicy, and shows that Aquinas''s theodicy gives a powerful explanation for God''s allowing suffering. She concludes by arguing that this explanation constitutes a consistent and cogent defense for the problem of suffering.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition immensely ambitious [and] stunningly successful, repeatedly finding new levels of meaning. * Times Literary Supplement *Eleonore Stump's magisterial treatment of the problem of evil ... is bold, meticulously argued, and highly nuanced. In terms of scope and power, Stump's book clearly ranks among the best book length treatments of the problem of evil. * European Journal for the Philosophy of Religion *Eleonore Stump's major new book on the problem of suffering is perhaps the most important contribution to the field in decades ... reading this book is a thought-provoking spiritual journey which raises all kinds of fresh yet down-to-earth and urgent questions. Ultimately, it may have the potential to transform how we think about and do theology. * Theology *original, insightful, and brilliant. * Religious Studies Review *A truly magnificent achievement, the book is rich with compelling narratives from inside and outside the Judeo-Christian Scriptures. * Analysis *a must-read for philosophers of religion and a very beneficial read for other philosophers and for other scholars of religion. It is without question a highly nuanced and philosophically deep book. * Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews *Eleonore Stump's Wandering in Darkness poses a learned, astutely crafted argument for the compatability of human suffering and God's existence, and in doing so it provides a number of innovations that will be of real interest to analytic philosophers of religion in particular and more generally to anyone curious about the so-called 'problem of evil' * Daniel Colucciello Barber, Journal of Religious Studies *Table of ContentsPART I: THE NATURE OF THE PROJECT; PART II: THE WORLD AT LARGE: LOVE AND LONELINESS; PART III: THE WORLD OF THE STORIES: SUFFERING IN PARTICULAR; PART IV: OTHER-WORLDLY THEODICY: WHAT WE CARE ABOUT IN A DEFENSE

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Book SynopsisThe revised fourth edition of this comprehensive handbook continues to provide a reliable, compact guide to all aspects of dialysis, incorporating best practice guidelines and including the most to up-to-date information on new techniques and patient management options.Trade ReviewIt is a good book. . . ideal for healthcare professionals new to dialysis or those wanting to learn more. . . A quality and practical book which helps you to manage patients. * Dr Harry Brown, Glycosmedia.com *Table of Contents1. The new patient with renal failure ; 2. Haemodialysis ; 3. Nursing a patient on haemodialysis ; 4. Home and Frequent Haemodialysis ; 5. Peritoneal dialysis ; 6. Nursing issues in peritoneal dialysis ; 7. Renal replacement therapy in acute kidney injury ; 8. Nutrition on dialysis ; 9. Special situations ; 10. Complications of ESKD: anaemia ; 11. Complications of ESKD: bone mineral disorders ; 12. Complications of ESKD: cardiovascular disease ; 13. Complications of ESKD: infection ; 14. Symptoms related to ESKD ; 15. Other complications of ESKD ; 16. Death in dialysis patients ; 17. Transplantation for dialysis patients ; 18. Drug Dosing ; 19. Standards and guidelines

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Book SynopsisThe complete guide for overcoming IBS by discovering your triggers and building a personalized, doable, and fulfilling diet around nutritious, delicious foods that let you finally feel your best.Patsy Catsos, MS, RDN, LD, pioneered the use of the low-FODMAP diet to find your unique FODMAP fingerprint when she self-published IBS--Free at Last!, ushering in a new era of treating IBS through diet instead of medication. Written for at-home use, her book quickly established itself among doctors and other specialists as an invaluable tool for anyone suffering from IBS, Crohn''s disease, ulcerative colitis, SIBO, and gluten sensitivity.This new, definitive edition offers the theory along with a program that walks you through eliminating FODMAPs (difficult-to-digest carbohydrates found in a variety of otherwise healthy foods) and adding them back one by one--the most usable, thorough program available. And its 56 delicious recipes, 24full-color photos,and comprehensive guides to high- and low-FODMAP foods make this the bible of the low-FODMAP lifestyle. Here is your plan for eating well while finally feeling great.Note: This is the updated and expanded edition ofIBS?Free at Last, including its landmark 8-step program.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsCLINICAL NEUROSCIENCE 1 CHAPTER 2 CLINICAL NEUROANATOMY 11 CHAPTER 3 APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH NEUROLOGIC DISEASE 42 CHAPTER 4 MYOPATHIES 49 CHAPTER 5 NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION DISEASES 65 CHAPTER 6 PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHIES AND MOTOR NEURON DISEASES 76 CHAPTER 7 RADICULOPATHY AND DEGENERATIVE SPINE DISEASE 95 CHAPTER 8 MYELOPATHIES 103 CHAPTER 9 BRAIN STEM DISEASE 114 CHAPTER 10 CEREBELLAR DISEASE 128 CHAPTER 11 BASAL GANGLIA DISORDERS 137 CHAPTER 12 MOVEMENT DISORDERS 149 CHAPTER 13 AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM 167 CHAPTER 14 DEMYELINATING AND AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES 184 CHAPTER 15 ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT 191 CHAPTER 16 NON-ALZHEIMER'S DEMENTIAS 201 CHAPTER 17 NEUROPSYCHIATRY AND BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY 206 CHAPTER 18 CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE 222 CHAPTER 19 NEUROCRITICAL CARE 234 CHAPTER 20 NEURO-ONCOLOGY 265 CHAPTER 21 HEADACHES 276 CHAPTER 22 SEIZURES AND EPILEPSY 301 CHAPTER 23 SLEEP DISORDERS 324 CHAPTER 24 NEUROLOGIC COMPLICATIONS OF SYSTEMIC DISEASE 336 CHAPTER 25 INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM 353 CHAPTER 26 NEUROGENETIC DISORDERS 369 CHAPTER 27 PAIN PROCESSING AND MODULATION 375 CHAPTER 28 PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY 389 CHAPTER 29 PSYCHIATRY IN NEUROLOGY 403 CHAPTER 30 NEURO-OTOLOGY 428 CHAPTER 31 ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAPHY 443 CHAPTER 32 ELECTROMYOGRAPHY 467 CHAPTER 33 NEUROPATHOLOGY 474

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Book SynopsisComplications in Small Animal Surgery provides a complete reference to diagnosing, managing, and treating surgical complications, with information following a standardized format for ease of use.Trade Review"Complications in Small Animal Surgery" is complete, illustrated, and thoroughly 'user friendly' in commentary, text, organization, and presentation, making it very highly recommended for Veterinary School curriculums and academic library Veterinary Medicine reference collections and supplemental studies reading lists." (Midwest Book Review 2016)"Discussions are in-depth and include all the physiological and medical background needed for veterinary practitioners to make basic assessments in clinical and emergency settings." (Donovan's literary Services 2016)"The organization of this book is optimized for quick reference for practicing veterinary surgeons......This will be a useful companion for all veterinarians performing surgery and students learning surgery." (Doody Enterprises 2016)Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Preface and Acknowledgements xiii About the companion website xv Section 1: Surgical Infections 1 1 Surgical Wound Infections 3Outi Laitinen-Vapaavuori 2 Sepsis 8Galina Hayes and Brigitte A. Brisson 3 Pyothorax 15Jackie L. Demetriou 4 Peritonitis 20Marjan Doom and Hilde de Rooster 5 Osteomyelitis 28Dominique Griffon 6 Septic Arthritis 34John Innes 7 Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Infections 39Scott Weese 8 Hospital-Associated Infections 45Maureen Anderson and Scott Weese Section 2: General Postoperative Complications 55 9 Dehiscence 57Stéphanie Claeys 10 Suture Reactions 64Outi Laitinen-Vapaavuori 11 Hyperthermia 66Kris Gommeren 12 Hemorrhage 72Jane Ladlow 13 Anorexia 79Angela Witzel 14 Management of Surgical Pain 84Lyon Lee and Reza Seddighi 15 Complications Associated with Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs 97Reza Seddighi and Lyon Lee 16 Complications Associated with External Coaptation 110Dominique Griffon 17 Complications Associated with Rehabilitation Modalities 118Debra Canapp, Lisa M. Fair, and Sherman Canapp 18 Degenerative Joint Disease 126Guillaume Ragetly and Dominique Griffon Section 3: Surgery of the Head and Neck 135 19 Dorsal Rhinotomy 137Gertter Haar 20 Sublingual and Mandibular Sialadenectomy 144Cheryl Hedlund 21 Incisional Drainage of Aural Hematomas 150Cheryl Hedlund 22 Ear Canal Surgery 155Gertter Haar 23 Ventral Bulla Osteotomy 164Cheryl Hedlund 24 Surgical Management of Brachycephalic Airway Obstructive Syndrome 171Cyril Poncet 25 Surgical Management of Laryngeal Paralysis 178Gertter Haar 26 Thyroidectomy 185Chad Schmiedt 27 Parathyroidectomy 193Chad Schmiedt 28 Tracheal Surgery 198Barbara Kirby 29 Tracheal Stenting 206Laura Cuddy Section 4: Dental and Oral Surgery 215 30 Repair of Mandibular and Maxillary Fractures 217Christian Bolliger 31 Partial Mandibulectomy 229Julius Liptak 32 Partial Maxillectomy 237Julius Liptak 33 Lingual Surgery 245Julius Liptak 34 Tooth Extractions 249Anson J. Tsugawa 35 Tonsillectomy 263Jonathan Bray 36 Repair of Congenital Defects of the Hard and Soft Palates 265Jonathan Bray Section 5: Thoracic Surgery 269 37 General Complications 271Hervé Brissot 38 Thoracostomy and Thoracocentesis 284Alison Moores 39 Complications After Intercostal and Sternal Thoracotomy 294Alison Moores 40 Thoracoscopy 300Eric Monnet 41 Bronchial and Pulmonary Surgery 305Hervé Brissot 42 Chylothorax 313Carolyn A. Burton 43 Esophagoscopy and Esophageal Surgery 319Robert J. Hardie 44 Aortic Arch Anomalies 323Robert J. Hardie 45 Thymectomy 328Rachel Burrow 46 Pericardial Surgery 335Daniel J. Brockman 47 Patent Ductus Arteriosus 338Daniel J. Brockman 48 Cardiac Pacemaker Implantation 343Rachel Burrow and Sonja Fonfara Section 6: General Abdominal Surgery 353 49 Celiotomy 355Hilde de Rooster 50 Laparoscopy 362Gilles Dupré and Valentina Fiorbianco 51 Hiatal Herniorrhaphy 370Stephen J. Baines 52 Diaphragmatic Herniorrhaphy 375Stephen J. Baines 53 Peritoneal Pericardial Herniorrhaphy 383Laura J. Owen 54 Perineal Herniorrhaphy 388Lynne A. Snow 55 Adrenalectomy 395Brigitte Degasperi and Gilles Dupré 56 Splenectomy 401Paolo Buracco and Federico Massari Section 7: Gastrointestinal Surgery 411 57 Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus and Gastropexies 413Zoë Halfacree 58 Gastric Outflow Procedures 424Jeffrey J. Runge 59 Small Intestine Surgery 429Jean-Philippe Billet 60 Large Intestine Surgery 435Jean-Philippe Billet 61 Hepatic and Biliary Tract Surgery 441Anne Kummeling 62 Pancreatic Surgery 446Heidi Phillips 63 Portosystemic 461Barbara Kirby Section 8: Surgery of the Urinary Tract 467 64 General Complications 469Anne Kummeling 65 Complications Specific to Lithotripsy 473Joseph W. Bartges, Amanda Callens, and India Lane 66 Renal Transplantation 481Andrew Kyles 67 Ureteral Surgery 486Stéphanie Claeys and Annick Hamaide 68 Surgery of the Urinary Bladder 492Annick Hamaide 69 Urethrostomy in Male Dogs 497Joshua Milgram 70 Feline Perineal Urethrostomy 500Joshua Milgram Section 9: Surgery of the Reproductive Tract 505 71 Ovariectomy and Ovariohysterectomy 507Annick Hamaide 72 Pyometra 517Kathryn Pratschke 73 Cesarean Section 522Bart Van Goethem 74 Orchiectomy 528Bart Van Goethem 75 Prostatic Cyst and Abscess Drainage 534Henry L’Eplattenier 76 Prostatectomy 539Henry L’Eplattenier Section 10: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 543 77 Open Wounds 545Davina Anderson 78 Reconstructive Flaps 554Stéphanie Claeys 79 Skin Grafting 561Stéphanie Claeys 80 Anal Sac Excision 569Lynne A. Snow 81 Feline Onychectomy 573Ameet Singh and Brigitte A. Brisson Section 11: Neurologic Surgery 577 82 General Complications 579Belinda Comito 83 Myelography 584Belinda Comito 84 Ventral Slot and Fenestration 590Wanda Gordon-Evans 85 Dorsal Laminectomy 596Wanda Gordon-Evans 86 Hemilaminectomy 602Wanda Gordon-Evans 87 Ventral Cervical Fusion 606Wanda Gordon-Evans 88 Vertebral Fracture Repair 610Wanda Gordon-Evans 89 Craniotomy and Craniectomy 615Belinda Comito 90 Intracranial Shunt Placement 620Belinda Comito Section 12: Management of Fractures and Osteotomies: Perioperative Complications 627 91 Inadequate Fracture Reduction (Malreduction) 629Ann Johnson 92 Improper Placement of Implants 633Ann Johnson 93 Limb Shortening 637Ann Johnson 94 Implant Failure 641Ann Johnson 95 Premature Physeal Closure After Fracture 649Ann Johnson 96 Avascular Necrosis 655Dominique Griffon 97 Bone Resorption 658Dominique Griffon 98 Delayed Union 665Ann Johnson 99 Nonunion 669Ann Johnson 100 Malunion 673Andrew Worth 101 Loss of Function in Performance Dogs 680Lauren Pugliese and Jon Dee 102 Carpal Contracture 686Alessandro Piras and Tomas Guerrero 103 Quadriceps Contracture 692Darryl Millis 104 Fracture-Associated Sarcoma 697G. Elizabeth Pluhar 105 Thermal Pain 702G. Elizabeth Pluhar 106 Complications in External Skeletal Fixation 704Gian Luca Rovesti 107 Complications Specific to Locking Plates 714Randy Boudrieau Section 13: Salvage Orthopedic Procedures 727 108 Arthrodesis 729Dominique Griffon 109 Amputation 735Maria Fahie 110 Limb Spare Procedures 743Jennifer Covey and Nicholas Bacon Section 14: Surgery of the Coxofemoral Joint 751 111 Femoral Head and Neck Excision 753Wing Tip Wong 112 Complications of Double and Triple Pelvic Osteotomies 759Aldo Vezzoni 113 Total Hip Replacement 778William Liska and Jonathan Dyce 114 Complications of Total Hip Replacement with the Zurich Cementless System 834Aldo Vezzoni 115 Open Reduction of Coxofemoral Luxations 845Mark Rochat Section 15: Surgery of the Stifle 857 116 Complications Associated with Open versus Arthroscopic Examination of the Stifle 859Antonio Pozzi and Stanley Kim 117 Complications associated with cranial cruciate ligament repair 867Dominique Griffon 118 Complications Associated with the Treatment of Patellar Luxation 889Abimbola Oshin 119 Complications Associated with Autogenous Osteochondral Repair 897Noel Fitzpatrick Section 16: Surgery of the Scapulohumeral Joint 903 120 Shoulder Dislocation and Instability 905Brian Beale Section 17: Surgery of the Elbow 917 121 Reduction of Elbow Luxations 919Peter Böttcher 122 Ulnar Osteotomy and Ostectomy 924Dominique Griffon 123 Complications of Sliding Humeral Osteotomy 930Noel Fitzpatrick Index 937

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Book SynopsisOffers a visual approach to understanding both the basic science and clinical applications of pharmacology. Designed to be compatible and used in conjunction with other pharmacology resources, this book includes a presentation of the pharmacodynamic relationship between drugs and the human body.Trade Review"Visual learners will love this unique book. Although I don't think this is an easy way to first learn pharmacology, there is no better resource for students to integrate all of the basic sciences into a meaningful understanding of how the human body works and how disorders of the human body can be impacted by drugs, after they have learned the basic actions of drugs. This is also an excellent resource for students to consolidate all their learned basic information prior to sitting for certification examinations and/or advancing into the clinical phase of their studies. Not only is this book scientifically accurate, it is a work of art. In addition to being an excellent learning resource, it also makes a very appropriate coffee table book to serve as a unique conversation piece for guests."-Thomas Pazdernick, PhD(University of Kansas Medical Center) Doody Review: 5 starsTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1. BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY CHAPTER 2. DRUGS USED TO AFFECT THE AUTONOMIC AND SOMATIC NERVOUS SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3. DRUGS USED IN DISORDERS OF THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AND TREATMENT OF PAIN CHAPTER 4. DRUGS USED IN DISORDERS OF THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM CHAPTER 5. DRUGS USED IN DISORDERS OF THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM CHAPTER 6. DRUGS USED IN DISORDERS OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM CHAPTER 7. DRUGS USED IN DISORDERS OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM CHAPTER 8. DRUGS USED IN DISORDERS OF THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM CHAPTER 9. DRUGS USED TO AFFECT RENAL FUNCTION CHAPTER 10. DRUGS USED IN INFECTIOUS DISEASE CHAPTER 11. DRUGS USED IN NEOPLASTIC DISORDERS CHAPTER 12. DRUGS USED FOR SKIN DISORDERS CHAPTER 13. VITAMINS: DEFICIENCIES AND DRUG INTERACTIONS CHAPTER 14. DRUG ALLERGY, ABUSE, AND POISONING OR OVERDOSE

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Book SynopsisIn this volume of the TRADITIONS OF CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY series, the author examines the roots of the Franciscan order and then explores persistent themes such as incarnation, suffering, poverty, peace and creation. Through his insights we see the relevance of their spirituality for our lives today.

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Book Synopsis''Across the language barrier Dawood captures the thunder and poetry of the original'' The TimesThe Koran is universally accepted by Muslims to be the infallible Word of God as first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the Angel Gabriel nearly fourteen hundred years ago. Its 114 chapters, or surahs, recount the narratives central to Muslim belief, and together they form one of the world''s most influential prophetic works and a literary masterpiece in its own right. But, above all, the Koran provides the rules of conduct that remain fundamental to the Muslim faith today: prayer, fasting, almsgiving, pilgrimage to Mecca and absolute faith in God and His apostle.Also available from Penguin: The Koran with Parallel Text 9780141393841Trade ReviewAcross the language barrier Dawood captures the thunder and poetry of the original * The Times *

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Book SynopsisThe most popular Wiccan/Pagan calendar on the market for nearly thirty years, Llewellyn s Witches Calendar features twelve original pieces by award-winning illustrator Jennifer Hewitson, as well as magical insights, astrological data, and Witches holidays.

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Book SynopsisMonasticism is a major theme in early Christian studies and there was no greater early monastic theologian than Evagrius Ponticus. His work survives in numerous ancient languages and this book provides a vibrant synthesis of those writings. Ideal for students of early Christian theology, patristics, heresy and ancient philosophy.Trade Review'This is the most revolutionary book on Evagrius in decades … our understanding of Evagrius will be greatly advanced by this book.' Ian Gerdon, Religion Studies ReviewTable of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Evagrius' life and his contemporaries; 2. Evagrius' writings; 3. Evagrius' reputation; 4. The fellowship of Evagrius; 5. The interpretation and enactment of Scriptures; 6. Prayer - the fountainhead of Evagrius' theology; 7. Christ, the face of God and the face of man; 8. The Trinity and ultimate blessedness; Conclusion.

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Book SynopsisJesus gets attention not with exclamation marks, but with question marks. Jesus was always asking questions. Whether with a small group or large crowd, Jesus opened hearts and minds by asking questions that grasped attention and made one think.

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Book SynopsisConcepts are illustrated by full-color images that will be familiar to all readers of Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology, 3rd Edition and The Prescriber's Guide.Table of Contents1. Symptoms and spectrum of bipolar disorder; 2. From symptoms to circuits; 3. From circuits to mechanisms; 4. Lithium and various anticonvulsants as mood stabilizers for bipolar disorder; 5. Atypical antipsychotics as mood stabilizers for bipolar disorder; 6. Building a treatment plan.

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Book SynopsisIn this book contemporary Judaism is presented in all its rich diversity, including both traditional and modern theologies as well as secular forms of Jewish identity. While the focus of the book is on developments that have taken place in the past two hundred years, they are set against a historical background, going back to the Bible. Beginning with a description of the Jewish people as it exists in today's world, it studies the unique concept of Jewish peoplehood and its survival over the centuries in the face of many challenges. An account of the key texts is followed by studies of the different interpretations of the religion, and the ways that life is lived out both in the home and in the community. Jewish theology is described both historically and in terms of contemporary issues. An important and distinctive section considers the goals of Jewish life and faith.Trade ReviewPraise for the first edition: 'Nicholas de Lange has produced an excellent introduction to Judaism, which will doubtless become a standard textbook for undergraduate students. It is not an easy task to write a popular work, which does not err on the side of superficiality, but de Lange has written a lucid and impressive work. This book is one of the best short one volume works on the subject of Judaism to the knowledge of this reviewer.' CCJJ'… this book is invaluable.' The Times Literary Supplement'Written with clarity and in a very pleasing style.' Expository Times'De Lange has written this remarkably comprehensive analysis of Jews and Judaism. … De Lange has clearly satisfied his objective, offering an overall introduction to Judaism that will be useful to both Jewish and non-Jewish readers.' Publishers Weekly'… a valuable reference … but it is more than that, it provides stimulating introduction to a major world culture.' The Jerusalem Post'… this volume provides a solid foundation for the study of contemporary Judaism. Recommended for public and undergraduate libraries.' Naomi E. Hafter, Library Journal'For intelligent readers … who wish to know how Jews variously perceive and practise their Judaism this book is invaluable.' Louis Jacobs, The Times Literary Supplement'It speaks about Judaism in interesting, if in somewhat broad strokes, always emphasizing the aspects of Judaism that impact contemporary world Jewry.' The Clergy Journal'It manages as well to provide an excellent sense of the intertwined historical development of the Jews and their religious civilization … De Lange brings comprehensive learning to his task, a love of clear language, and a scrupulous fairness to all elements of the contemporary Jewish scene. I recommend the work for introductory college courses or for adult education settings.' Religious Studies ReviewTable of ContentsList of tables; List of illustrations; Preface; Chronology; Map of the Jewish world in 1930; Map of the Jewish world in the 2000s; 1. The Jews in the world; 2. The Jewish people and its past; 3. Jewish books; 4. The Jewish religion; 5. The family; 6. The community; 7. God and the Jewish people; 8. Objectives; 9. Judaism and the future; Glossary; Further reading; Index.

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Book SynopsisThe complex nature of grooming and abuse is often simplified by those who do not understand it and are left wondering why the victim allowed it to happen. A Guilty Victim challenges that misconception and explains how and why abuse continues and the impact it leaves on the victim''s life. It explains that we remain trapped in situations not because there is something wrong with us, but because of things that have happened to us. It is unusual to have permission to be able to illustrate the process of psychotherapy in action. William Smith bravely suggested his story be told to help at-risk children by showing adults how to recognise the warning signs in children''s behaviour. His long journey to recovery is also an inspiration to others struggling to come to terms with childhood trauma. The book is presented in five parts. The first details the start of William''s psychotherapy. Part II takes us back to William''s childhood, a time of traumatic experiences, culminating in him being sent away from England to a Catholic boarding school in Ireland where a priest exploits his vulnerability. Part III continues his life story past school to a life dominated by work and heavy drinking, and marked by his first suicide attempt. His fortunes change when he meets Meg and finds some stability. Years later, when his youngest child leaves home and he has time on his hands, his suicidal feelings return. It is at this point he starts psychotherapy. The penultimate part focuses on William''s creativity and his innovative illustrated timeline of his life. This creative project is a key part of his recovery. Once that is completed, his psychotherapy starts to come to an end, which is the final part of the book. A Guilty Victim is a human story that will appeal to anyone with an interest in understanding trauma, psychotherapy, wellness and mental health. It is especially relevant to people with responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable people. It is a counter to a market saturated by vignettes, fictionalised stories, and life hacks.

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Book SynopsisOffers a comprehensive study of the life, teachings, and following of the controversial Indian guru known in his youth as Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and in his later years as Osho (1931-1990). Based on extensive ethnographic and archival research, it is suitable for anyone interested in religion and globalization.Trade Review"This book is a must... Smoothly written and accessible, without bias." OshoNewsTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Preface Introduction: Gurus, God-Men, and Globalization 1. "India's Most Dangerous Guru": Rajneesh and India after Independence 2. "Beware of Socialism!" The "Anti-Gandhi" and the Early Rajneesh Community in the 1970s 3. "From Sex to Superconsciousness": Sexuality, Tantra, and Liberation in 1970s India 4. "The Messiah America Has Been Waiting For": Rajneeshpuram in 1980s America 5. "Osho": The Apotheosis of a Fallen Guru in 1990s India 6. OSHO(R)? The Struggle over Osho's Legacy in the Twenty-First Century Conclusion: The Spiritual Logic of Late Capitalism Notes Selected Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisBuddhism Under the Tang is a history of the Buddhist Church during the T'ang dynasty (618907), when Buddhist thought reached the pinnacle of its development.Table of ContentsPart I. The Buddhist Church During the First Half of the T'ang (618–762): Introduction; 1. Reign of Kao-tsu (618–626); 2. Reign of T'ai-tsung (626–649); 3. Reign of Kao-tsung (649–683); 4. Interregnum of Empress Wu (684–705); 5. Reign of Chung-tsung (705–710); 6. Reign of Jui-tsung (710–712); 7. Reign of Hsüan-tsung (712–756); 8. Reign of Su-tsung (756–762); 9. The Effects of the An Lu-shan; 10. Rebellion on the Buddhist Church; 11. The Growth of Pure Land Buddhism; Part II. The Buddhist Church During the Second Half of the T'ang (762–907): 12. Reign of Tai-tsung (762–779); 13. Reign of Te-tsung (779–805); 14. Reigns of Shun-tsung (805) and Hsien-tsung (805–820); 15. Reigns of Mu-tsung (820–824) and Ching-tsung (824–826); 16. Reign of Wen-tsung (826–840); 17. The Suppression of Buddhism Under the Reign of Wu-tsung (840–846); 18. The Restoration of Buddhism Under the Reign of Hsven-tsung (846–859); 19. Buddhism in the Declining Years of the T'ang Dynasty.

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Book SynopsisBrings together a diverse collection of Suzuki's letters, essays, and lectures about non-Buddhist religions and his thoughts on their relation to Buddhism, as well as his reflections on the nature of religion itself.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction by Jeff Wilson and Tomoe Moriya Editorial Note 1. Letter to Paul Carus (1896) 2. Selections from Shin shukyo ron (A New Interpretation of Religion) 3. Letter to Paul Carus (1897) 4. Christianity in Japan 5. Confucius: A Study of His Character and History 6. Selection from A Brief History of Early Chinese Philosophy 7. Selections from Suedenborugu (Swedenborg) 8. Zen, the Spiritual Heritage of the East 9. A Contemporary Buddhist View of Shinto 10. Swedenborg’s View of Heaven and “Other-Power” 11. Selection from Ignorance and World Fellowship 12. Zen and the Study of Confucianism (Selection from Zen and Its Influence on Japanese Culture) 13. What Is Religion? 14. Selections from Japanese Spirituality 15. Tea-Room Meditations 16. Selections from Essays in Zen Buddhism (First Series) 17. The Predicament of Modern Man 18. The Analytic and Synthetic Approach to Buddhism 19. The Answer Is in the Question 20. The Hands 21. Letter to Mr. Tatsuguchi 22. Review of Meditation and Piety in the Far East 23. Selections from Mysticism: Christian and Buddhist 24. Love and Power 25. Letter to Thomas Merton 26. Wisdom in Emptiness 27. Open Letter to President Kennedy and Premier Khrushchev 28. Buddhism and Other Religions 29. Religion and Drugs Notes Glossary of Chinese and Japanese Terms Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisCombining anthropology, history, and postmodern theory, this book examines the changing relation of writing and authority in a Muslim society from the late nineteenth century onwards. It raises important issues that are of comparative significance for understanding political life in other Muslim and nonwestern states as well.Table of ContentsILLUSTRATIONS ACKNOWLEDGMENTS INTRODUCTION PART I· AUTHORITY Chapter 1. Genealogies of the Text Chapter 2. The Pen and the Sword Chapter 3. Disenchantment PART II· TRANSMISSION Chapter 4. Audition Chapter 5. The New Method Chapter 6. Print Culture PART III· INTERPRETATION Chapter 7. Relations of Interpretation Chapter 8. Shari'a Society Chapter 9. Judicial Presence Chapter I0. Court Order PART IV· INSCRIPTION Chapter 11. Evidence of the Word Chapter 12. Spiral Texts CONCLUSION BIOGRAPHICAL GUIDE GLOSSARY NOTES BIBLIOGRAPHY INDEX

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This is not just a publicist-driven fancy... [Paglen's images are] aesthetic and allegorical... A unique tale of human history." Wallpaper "The images are wondrous, paradoxical, and awe-inspiring." -- Dara Solomon PrefixTable of ContentsForeword by Anne Pasternak and Nato Thompson Introduction: Geographies of Time 1 Ancient Aliens 2 One Hundred Pictures, Frozen in Time "Belonging": Human/Archive/World by Katie Detwiler 3 One Hundred Pictures Notes on the One Hundred Pictures 4 Field Notes The Artifact Cover Etching by Joel Weisberg Talking Mathematics to Aliens? (Get Real! ... or Have Fun with Anthropomorphism 101!) by Rafael Nunez Putting a Time Capsule in Orbit: What Should It Be Made Of? by Brian L. Wardle and Karl Berggren The EchoStar XVI Mission by EchoStar Corporation Epilogue Acknowledgments Credits

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Book SynopsisIn the United States, the soaring cost of health care has become an economic drag and a political flashpoint. Moreover, although the country's medical spending is higher than that of any other nation, health outcomes are no better than elsewhere, and in some cases are even worse. In The Quality Cure, renowned health care economist and former Obama advisor David Cutler offers an accessible and incisive account of the issues and their causes, as well as a road map for the future of health care reform--one that shows how information technology, realigned payment systems, and value-focused organizations together have the power to resolve this seemingly intractable problem and transform the US health care system into one that is affordable, efficient, and effective.Trade Review"Cutler has an exceptional ability to tackle an extremely complex topic, such as US health care spending, and make it simple and understandable for noneconomists while remaining true to the theory and science... The Quality Cure should be required reading for those who manage or provide care. In particular, medical students and residents need to understand the ideas in this compelling book. Until now, health care has not had such a simultaneously scholarly and accessible book. Those seasoned in policy making will benefit from Cutler's insider look, his clear and concise way of communicating complex topics, and the detailed references and figures. Those new to the policy efforts around reducing costs and improving quality will also benefit from Cutler's simplified conceptual framework, his clear and compelling language, and his disciplined approach... Cutler's experience, scholarship, and practical wisdom lay out a clear theory of change and policy recommendations for achieving it." -- Peter J. Pronovost Health AffairsTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Introduction 1. Cost, Access, and Quality: The Three Horsemen of the Apocalypse 2. The Value Proposition 3. The Cost Control Debate 4. The Quality Cure 5. It's What You Know 6. Pricing the Priceless 7. Take Me to Your Leader 8. How Long Will It Take? Notes Index

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Book SynopsisThrough its introductions and translations of this book allows scholars, students, and the general public to explore the earliest interactions between what eventually became the world's two largest religions, shedding new light on Islamic history and Christian-Muslim relations.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Prologue: The Year 630 Introduction Account ad 637 Chronicle ad 640 Letters, Isho'yahb III Apocalypse of Pseudo-Ephrem Khuzistan Chronicle Maronite Chronicle Syriac Life of Maximus the Confessor Canons, George I Colophon of British Library Additional 14,666 Letter, Athanasius of Balad Book of Main Points, John bar Penkaye Apocalypse of Pseudo-Methodius Edessene Apocalypse Exegesis of the Pericopes of the Gospel, Hnanisho' I Life of Theodute Colophon of British Library Additional 14,448 Apocalypse of John the Little Chronicle ad 705 Letters, Jacob of Edessa Chronicle, Jacob of Edessa Scholia, Jacob of Edessa Against the Armenians, Jacob of Edessa Kamed Inscriptions Chronicle of Disasters Chronicle ad 724 Disputation of John and the Emir Exegetical Homilies, Mar Abba II Disputation of Bet Hale Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisIn 1987, the Japanese government inaugurated the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) program in response to global pressure to 'internationalize' its society. This book explores the cultural and political dynamics of internationalization in Japan. It is suitable for policy analysts, students of Japan, and prospective and former JET participants.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments List of Acronyms 1. JAPAN'S IMAGE PROBLEM: CULTURE, HISTORY, AND GLOBAL INTEGRATION 2. THE SOLUTION: TOP-DOWN "GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONALIZATION" 3· THE START-UP YEARS: THE "CRASH PROGRAM" NEARLY CRASHES 4· MANAGING DIVERSITY: THE VIEW FROM A PREFECTURAL BOARD OF EDUCATION 5. BEYOND THE STEREOTYPES: THE JET PROGRAM IN LOCAL SCHOOLS 6. THE LEARNING CURVE: JETTING INTO THE NEW MILLENNIUM 7. FINAL THOUGHTS EPILOGUE: MIRROR ON MULTICULTURALISM IN THE UNITED STATES Notes Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisOffers contributions to the history of antisemitism. Of interest to scholars in medieval and Jewish history and religious studies, this work summarizes the historical developments, indicating when and where antisemitism emerged. It criticizes theories about prejudice and racism and develops theory about the nature and dynamics of antisemitism.Table of ContentsPart I. HISTORIOGRAPHY 1. Majority History and Post-Biblical Jews 2. Tradition, History, and Prejudice Part II. ANTI-JUDAISM 3. Anti-Judaism as the Necessary Preparation for Antisemitism 4. The Transformation of Anti-Judaism 5. Doubt in Christendom Part III. JEWISH LEGAL STATUS 6. "Judei nostri" and the Beginning of Capetian Legislation 7. "Tanquam servi": The Change in Jewish Legal Status in French Law about 1200 Part IV. IRRATIONAL FANTASIES 8. Peter the Venerable: Defense Against Doubts 9. Thomas of Monmouth: Detector of Ritual Murder 10. The Knight's Tale of Young Hugh Lincoln 11. Ritual Cannibalism 12. Historiographic Crucifixion Part V. ANTISEMITISM 13. Medieval Antisemitism 14. Toward a Definition of Antisemitism

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Book SynopsisAn eye-opening account of offshore finance: a secretive system making the rich richer while corroding democracy, capitalism, and the environment.

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Book SynopsisThe Large-Print Bible provides the text of the King James Version in a clear, large type. For those with impaired eyesight, or those who just require a comfortable reading size, this will be the ideal Bible. There are self-pronouncing marks in the text, which will help readers to pronounce difficult names and words when reading aloud. This Large Print Bible is bound in hardback.

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Book SynopsisIt is often thought that the story of Tutankhamun ended when the thousands of dazzling items discovered by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon were transported to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and put on display. But there is far more to the boy-king''s story. Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World explores the 100 years of research on Tutankhamun that have taken place since the tomb''s discovery, from the several objects in the tomb made of meteoritic iron that came from outer space to new evidence that shows that Tutankhamun may actually have been a warrior who went into battle. Author Bob Brier also takes readers behind the scenes of the recent CT-scans of Tutankhamun''s mummy to reveal more secrets of the young pharaoh.The book also illustrates the wide-ranging impact the discovery of Tutankhamun''s tomb had on fields beyond Egyptology. Brier examines how the discovery of the tomb influenced Egyptian politics and contributed to the downfall of colonialism in Egypt. Outside Egypt, the modern blockbuster exhibitions that raise great sums of monies for museums around the world all began with Tutankhamun, as did the idea of documenting every object discovered in place before it was moved. And to a great extent, the modern fascination with ancient Egypt was also greatly promoted by the Tutmania that surrounded the discovery of the tomb. Deeply informed by the latest research and presented in vivid detail, Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World is a compelling introduction to the world''s greatest archaeological discovery.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Breaks new ground in both perspective and subject matter." Intl Journal Of Middle East Stds (Ijmes)Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgments Introduction Part I. Beauty, Love, and Sexuality 1. Early Qajar 2. Nineteenth-Century Transformations Part II. Cultural Labor of Sexuality and Gender 3. The Eclipse of the (Fe)Male Sun 4. Vatan, the Beloved; Vatan, the Mother 5. Women's Veil and Unveil 6. The Tragedy of Romantic Marriage 7. Crafting an Educated Wife and Mother 8. Women or Wives of the Nation? Epilogue: Feminism and Its Burden of Birth Notes Glossary Bibliography Credits Index

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Book SynopsisThe Sleep Parent Training (SLePT) Program was developed for young children with autism spectrum disorder and co-occurring sleep disturbances and tested in clinical trials. The manual is based on behavioral analytic principles and covers approaches to address bedtime challenges, delayed sleep onset, night wakings, sleep association problems, and early morning wakings. The manualized intervention includes a therapist guide and a parent workbook. While manualized, the intervention is designed to allow for personalized tailoring based on the child''s age and skills and parent preferences. This Workbook moves through the program session by session, and includes helpful activity sheets, handouts and forms, designed to track progress. Using the exercises therapists and parents can learn about the causes of sleep disturbances and strategies to address common behavioral sleep problems experienced by autistic children, allowing them to improve their child''s sleep.

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Book SynopsisSt. Teresa of Avila was a prominent 16th-century Spanish mystic and Carmelite nun. This is her great work on the practice of prayer, consisting of detailed directions on the achievement of spiritual perfection. It has long been considered a classic of the interior life and Christian mysticism, and modern readers will appreciate its warmth and accessibility.

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Book SynopsisThere are over 800 neuromuscular disorders and this can leave clinicians feeling lost as they try to diagnose and manage patients. On the basis of 66 adult and paediatric neuromuscular case vignettes, readers will be walked through using case histories and clinical manifestations as a starting point for diagnosis. For each case, diagnostic tools, disease pathogenesis, prognosis and treatment options are discussed. Symptoms, signs and syndromes are cross-linked to help the reader navigate the array of disorders. Accompanying tables explain differential diagnoses and 30 videos demonstrate clinical features. This second edition has been thoroughly updated as the neuromuscular subspecialty has developed from clinically and pathologically descriptive to making use of new diagnostic technologies and therapies. Neurologists at all levels, paediatricians, internists, geneticists, rehabilitation physicians, physiotherapists and researchers in the field will find this an invaluable guide, as they seek to familiarise themselves with this complex range of disorders.

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Book SynopsisA practical, concise, easily accessible and evidence-based guide for all levels of nursing staff working in critical care environments.Trade ReviewReally clear, concise- able to quickly flick through and access the information required...Additional strengths is having all the relevant information from a multitude of clinical presentations in one place. Particularly valuable to have the list of abbreviations- the book certainly delivers what it is intended for. * Gemma Wilson, Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust - Nursing Times *Table of Contents1. Prevention of admission / admission to critical care ; 2. Systematic assessment ; 3. Generic care of the critically ill patient ; 4. Respiratory ; 5. Respiratory support ; 6. Cardiovascular ; 7. Cardiovascular support ; 8. Neurological care ; 9. Renal ; 10. Gastrointestinal ; 11. Sepsis ; 12. Metabolic disorders ; 13. Immunology ; 14. Haematology ; 15. Managing emergencies ; 16. Obstetric emergencies ; 17. Poisoning ; 18. Trauma ; 19. End of life ; 20. Transfer of the critical care patient ; 21. Rehabilitation and discharge

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Book SynopsisGain insight and wisdom from our feathered friends with these 50 bird-inspired oracle cards from the bestselling author of The Green Witch and The Green Witch’s Oracle Deck.Birds can be important messengers—if you know what to look for. Now, gaining the wisdom from these wise creatures is easier than ever with this deck of 50 oracle cards. From the bestselling author of The Green Witch and The Green Witch’s Oracle Deck Arin Murphy-Hiscock comes insight inspired by birds of all shapes and sizes. These are birds you’ll likely find in your very backyard or neighborhood, from the blue jay whose own chattiness reminds you to take a closer look at your own communication, to the gull who suggests that you might be taken as a fool and should think carefully about what you believe to be true. You’ll even find an informational booklet that details how to use the cards, interpret them, and even which spreads to choose. From the energetic hummingbird to the nourishing turkey, these oracle cards are here to help you take a closer look at the birds around you and then message they may be trying to share.

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