Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has received considerable attention over the last few years, yet there is still ongoing debate concerning its causes and possible treatment. Students, practitioners and researchers in health psychology, clinical psychology, social work, psychiatry, and counselli[...]
We all want great-tasting meals, but we also want meals that help us maintain a healthy weight and live longer, healthier lives. Marrying the art and science of food, "The New American Plate Cookbook" is the first cookbook designed to accomplish all three goals. A team of cooks, nutritionists, food [...]
An Institute for an Empire is the first scholarly study of one of the world?s foremost scientific institutions, the Physikalisch-Technische Reichsanstalt (PTR) in Imperial Germany. The Reichsanstalt stood at the forefront of institutional innovation in science and technology during the late nineteen[...]
In recent years, the study of human geography has been reshaped by the work of feminist geographers, and as a result a considerable number of universities now include feminist geography and gender issues in their courses. This text provides an introduction to contemporary debates in feminist geograp[...]
Operations management is concerned with the management of people and the customer processes, and involves the study of the design, planning and control of these processes. This module is aimed at second-year undergraduate students, and complements operational research areas.[...]
An astonishing effort on the part of the leading Klingon scholars of today, telling a story of blood, honour and vengeance in true Klingon tradition. With the English-language version printed on the left and the Klingon on the right, this best-known of Shakespeare's plays, a tour-de-force of Elizabe[...]
The Dendera zodiac--an ancient bas-relief temple ceiling adorned with mysterious symbols of the stars and planets--was first discovered by the French during Napoleon's campaign in Egypt, and quickly provoked a controversy between scientists and theologians. Brought to Paris in 1821 and ultimately in[...]
Each of the three complementary design notebooks in a set of Jardin Botanique Writer's Notebooks from Galison Green is a botanical garden of lovely flowering plants, birds, and butterflies with labels in French:[...]
This journal set is the definition of chic Celebrating the stylish work of French fashion illustrator George Barbier (1882-1932), each full-color cover features one of Barbier's Art Deco illustrations for publications such as Journal des Dames et des Modes, with corresponding patterns on the backs [...]
Keeping track of recurring dates has never been so chic Jot down anniversaries and birthdays in this perpetual calendar so you'll never forget another important day. Featuring the stylish work of French fashion illustrator George Barbier (1882-1932), each month is decorated with his fashion illustr[...]
A guide that offers the theory and practice of both general and sport-specific physiological testing procedures and how to use these tests to identify the strengths and weaknesses of athletes, monitor progress, provide feedback and enhance their performance.[...]
In 2007, there were 34 armed conflicts worldwide. That same year, a total of 414 natural disasters affected 211 million people. Overall, these natural disasters resulted in 16,847 deaths, and caused $74.9 billion in damages. "Humanitarian Logistics" examines the key challenges facing those whose rol[...]
Now more than ever, organizations must plan, response and recognize all forms of risks that they face. "Fundamentals of Risk Management", now in its second edition, provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of commercial and business risk for anyone studying for a career in risk as well a[...]
Johannes Cabal and his rather inexact powers of necromancy are back once more. This time, his talents are purchased by The Fear Institute as they hunt for the Phobic Animus - the embodiment of fear. The three Institute members, led by Cabal and his Silver Key, enter the Dreamlands and find themselve[...]
This book offers a major reappraisal of Jean Baudrillard's thoughts on the image, radical illusion and media culture. Here for the first time, through a number of highly accessible interviews and recent essays, Baudrillard introduces what he calls the 'stunning clarity' of the photographic, and fasc[...]
This perfectly portable bathroom companion features highlights from the perennially popular collection of humorous stories, interesting facts, jokes, and trivia about film, literature, music, entertainment, education, and life in contemporary America.[...]