Offers coverage of class-specific and disease-specific drugs, organized by organ/system and focuses on the principles of medical pharmacology and drug therapy.[...]
A synthesis of the ecological information on 4037 species of birds found from Mexico south to Tierra del Fuego. This work summarizes details on 40 key ecological parameters for each bird species. Additional data and further analyses are provided for migratory species. Because bird communities are go[...]
Single Case Research in Schools addresses and examines the variety of cutting-edge issues in single case research (SCR) in educational settings. Featuring simple and practical techniques for aggregating data for evidence-based practices, the book delves into methods of selecting behaviors of interes[...]
Looks at the history of Venice, from the fifth century to the present day.
The complexity and copious number of details that must be mastered in order to fully understand renal physiology makes this one of the most daunting and intimidating topics covered in the first year of medical school. Although this is often only a 2-4 week module during the general physiology course[...]
"Once a Runner" captures the essence of what it means to be a competitive runner; to devote your entire existence to a single-minded pursuit of excellence. It has become one of the most beloved sports novels ever written. Originally self-published in 1978 and sold at road races out of the trunk of [...]
Originally self-published in 1978, "Once a Runner" captures the essence of competitive running and of athletic competition in general and has become one of the most beloved sports novels ever published..
Inspired by the author s experience as a collegiate champion, the story focuses on Quenton C[...]
Again to Carthage is the "breathtaking, pulse-quickening, stunning" sequel to "Once a Runner "that "will have you standing up and cheering, and pulling on your running shoes" ("Chicago Sun-Times"). Originally self-published in 1978, "Once a Runner "became a cult classic, emerging after three decades[...]
"Once a Runner" captures the essence of what it means to be a competitive runner; to devote your entire existence to a single-minded pursuit of excellence. It has become one of the most beloved sports novels ever written. Originally self-published in 1978 and sold at road races out of the trunk of t[...]
John L. Parker, Jr. is one of running literature's great luminaries. As the author of "Once a Runner" and "Again to Carthage," he is revered, quoted, and imitated. He also wrote this wonderfully accessible, witty guide to training with a heart-rate monitor. His common-sense approach aims to force yo[...]
"It won't matter whether or not you've attempted an ultra, or whether or not you even dream of one. If you enjoy running and reading, you'll want this book."--David Meyers, "Running Journal"The best writers in the sport of running describe the last frontier of long-distance events: races longer than[...]