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Dictionary of Eye Terminology, 4th Edition
by Barbara Cassin Melvin L RubinThis comprehensive reference has been written for the purpose of making ophthalmological terminology comprehensible to the person without a scientific background.
Asimov's Guide to the Bible: The Old and New Testaments
by Isaac AsimovFrom the Publisher: Asimov's Guide to the Bible: The Old and New Testaments (2 Volumes in 1) clarifies such topics as the real nature of the Flood and the parting of the Red Sea, the significance of Cain and Abel, the Gospels' position on slavery, the astronomical explanation of the Star of Bethlehem (Halley's Comet), and more. From the book: This encyclopedic edition brings an important fund of knowledge to any reader of the Bible. Illuminating events of the Old and New Testaments by informing us of the actual historical, geographical and biographical aspects of the time, this is as provocative and entertaining as it is informative.
The New Language of Politics: An Anecdotal Dictionary of Catchwords, Slogans, and Politcal Usage
by William SafireHighly informative and entertaining book about political thought up to the copyright date.
The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money
by John Maynard KeynesA landmark book on economics
The Illustrated Dictionary of Greek and Roman Mythology
by Michael StapletonAn outstanding reference for mythology study.
Primary Sources: Selected Writings on Color from Aristotle to Albers
by Patricia SloaneA selection of writings about color.
From Abacus to Zeus: A Handbook of Art History
by James Smith PierceChapters are 'Art terms, processes, and principles; gods, heroes, and monsters; Christian subjects; saints and their attributes; Christian signs and symbols.'
Check List for a Perfect Wedding
by Barbara Lee FollettThe essential preliminaries, 4 weeks before the wedding, 1 week before the wedding, and what to do on the special day.
Encyclopedia of Furniture Making
by Alan Peters Ernest JoyceHobbyist and professional will find this book to be a handy reference on woodworking in general and furniture making in particular.
The Norton Reader: An Anthology of Nonfiction (Shorter 11th edition)
by Linda H. Peterson John C. BreretonSince the first edition in 1965, The Norton Reader has upheld a tradition of anthologizing excellent prose.
America's Top 300 Jobs, Eighth Edition: A Complete Career Handbook
by Michael FarrThe job descriptions and other information in this book are based on extensive research by the U.S. Department of Labor. The well-written text covers all major jobs held by about 90 percent of the workforce. Each description is packed with details, including skills required, education and training needed, working conditions, salaries, advancement opportunities, future growth, related jobs, and much more. This book's content offers practical information for career planning in an easy-to-use format. You can use the table of contents to quickly identify jobs that interest you. You will find all major occupations listed there and arranged within groups of similar jobs. And the "Tomorrow's Jobs" section provides a brief, helpful overview of labor market and industry trends. The right job can make an enormous difference in your career success and satisfaction. Whether you're exploring career or educational options, looking for a new job, or advancing in your career, this book will help. Employers, career counselors, and other professionals can also use its authoritative content for determining average wages, writing job descriptions, and accomplishing other important purposes.
Books That Changed America
by Robert B. DownsFrom the book: THOUGH YOU MAY NOT KNOW IT, BOOKS THAT YOU MAY NEVER HAVE READ ARE PROFOUNDLY AFFECTING YOUR LIFE AND LIFE AROUND YOU IN AMERICA TODAY. The call for revolutionary action by Thomas Paine ... the argument for civil disobedience by Thoreau . . . the dissection of governmental corruption by Lincoln Steffens . . . the analysis of American racism by Gunnar Myrdal . . . the chilling warning against ecological disaster by Rachel Carson . . . these are but a few of the books that have left a lasting impression upon America. From the moment of their publication, their influence began to be felt-an influence that has never ceased to operate in American society. Taking a brilliant cross-section of works in virtually every area of thought-political, economic, scientific, judicial, sociological, and literary-Dr. Robert B. Downs, former President of the American Library Association and head of the University of Illinois Library, gives a superb explication of each of these fascinating works and charts their effects upon the complex fabric of our emerging and evolving nation.
Where to Retire: America's Best and Most Affordable Places
by John HowellsIn this well-researched guide, the author gives the best advice not only on where to relocate in your retirement years, but why you should pick up and move just as life is settling down. The books presents clear snapshots of life in hundreds of the most affordable, comfortable, and stimulating places to retire in the US.
Kaiser Permanente Healthwise Handbook
by Donald W. KemperA self-care guide for you and your family, this handbook is a reliable, up-to-date, and easy-to-understand source of help for over 200 medical problems.
The Oxford Companion to United States History
by Paul S. BoyerA new volume for a new century, The Oxford Companion to United States History covers everything from Jamestown and the Puritans to the Human Genome Project and the Internet. Written in clear, graceful prose for researchers, browsers, and general readers alike, this is the volume that addresses the totality of the American experience, its triumphs and heroes as well as its tragedies and darker moments. Here are the familiar political heroes, from George Washington and Benjamin Franklin to Abraham Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson, and Franklin D. Roosevelt. But here, too, are scientists, writers, radicals, sports figures, and religious leaders, with incisive portraits of such varied individuals as Thomas Edison and Eli Whitney, Babe Ruth and Muhammad Ali, Black Elk and Crazy Horse, Margaret Fuller, Emma Goldman, and Marian Anderson, even Al Capone and Jesse James. The Companion illuminates events that have shaped the nation (the Great Awakening, the Battle of Bunker Hill, the Wounded Knee Tragedy, the Vietnam War); major Supreme Court decisions (Marbury v. Madison, Roe v. Wade); landmark legislation (the Fugitive Slave Law, the Pure Food and Drug Act); social movements (Suffrage, Civil Rights); influential books (The Jungle, Uncle Tom's Cabin); ideologies (conservatism, liberalism, Social Darwinism); even natural disasters and iconic sites (the Chicago Fire, the Johnstown Flood, Niagara Falls, the Lincoln Memorial). Here, too, is the nation's social and cultural history, from Films, Football, and the 4-H Club to Immigration, Courtship and Dating, Marriage and Divorce, and Death and Dying. Extensive multi-part entries cover such key topics as the Civil War, Indian History and Culture, Slavery, and the Federal Government. Here is a volume that is as big and as varied as the nation it portrays. With over 1,400 entries written by some 900 historians and other scholars, it illuminates not only America's political, diplomatic, and military history, but also social, cultural, and intellectual trends; science, technology, and medicine; the arts; and religion.
Psychoanalytic Theories of Development: An Integration
by Phyllis Tyson Robert L. TysonThorough review of psychological development starting at infancy going through adulthood with emphasis on major developmental milestones.
300 Best Jobs Without A Four-Year Degree
by Susan Pines Stephanie KoutekGood news for people without a four-year degree who are seeking a new or different job: The authors have sorted through the latest government job data and selected the 300 best jobs that don't require a four-year degree. Each of these jobs has high earnings, good growth potential, or many job openings. For example: *The #1 job with the best combination of pay, growth, and number of openings that doesn't require a four-year degree is Registered Nurse. It has average annual earnings of $46,410, is growing at a 25.6 percent rate, and has 140,000 openings per year. *Among the best jobs requiring moderate-term on-the-job training are Advertising Sales Agent (#1), Correctional Officer and Jailer (#4), and Roofer (#7). *The job with the highest percentage of self-employed workers that doesn't require a four-year degree is Real Estate Sales Agent (69.4%). Who Can Benefit from This Book? *People interested in exploring new, better-paying, or more interesting career options requiring less than a four-year college degree *Students researching and planning for future training and careers *Teachers and counselors helping students, graduates, and job seekers. Discover the best jobs for you in two steps! Browse the best jobs lists in Part I to find the jobs that interest you most. Then look up their information-packed descriptions in Part II for more details on earnings, growth, education or training needed, job tasks, and much more.
Behind Bars: Surviving Prison
by Jeffrey Ian Ross Stephen C. RichardsThis book explains the process leading up to prison and the experiences of what happens there.
Recommended Dietary Allowances (10th edition)
by Subcommittee on the Tenth Edition of the RDAs National Research CouncilSince its introduction in 1943, "Recommended Dietary Allowances" has become the accepted source of nutrient allowances for healthy people. These Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) are used throughout the food and health fields. Additionally, RDAs serve as the basis for the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowances, the Food and Drug Administration's standards for nutrition labeling of foods. The "10th Edition" includes research results and expert interpretations from years of progress in nutrition research since the previous edition and provides not only RDAs but also "Estimated Safe and Adequate Daily Dietary Intakes" - provisional values for nutrients where data were insufficient to set an RDA. Organized by nutrient for ready reference, the volume reviews the function of each nutrient in the human body, sources of supply, effects of deficiencies and excessive intakes, relevant study results, and more. The volume concludes with the invaluable "Summary Table of Recommended Dietary Allowances," a convenient and practical summary of the recommendations.
Joe Gould's Secret
by Joseph MitchellIn 1942 Joseph Mitchell published "Professor Sea Gull," a profile of Joe Gould, a bohemian writer he met in Greenwich Village. Gould claimed to be at work on a vast book called The Oral History of Our Time based on conversations with the poor and downtrodden of New York City. In 1964 Mitchell published a second essay about Gould, "Joe Gould's Secret." In the second piece he describes the later years of his relationship with Gould and reveals discoveries he made about Gould before his death.
Directory of Employment-Related Internet Sites
by Peter D. WeddleThere are over 40,000 employment-related sites currently operating on the Internet. These job boards, resume databanks and career portals can give you a powerful advantage in the search for talent and in finding a new or better job. How can you take best advantage of these resources? Whether you're a job seeker or career activist, a recruiter or HR professional, the key to success is smart shopping-picking the right site for your particular situation and location. But to shop smart online, you need to know your options. And that's where WEDDLE's 2003 Directory of Employment-Related Internet Sites comes in! It is the most comprehensive and up-to-date listing of these sites in print, and it's been completely updated for 2003. In WEDDLE's Directory, you'll find over 6,000 sites organized in three categories: * Career field (e.g., sales and marketing, finance and accounting, human resources, engineering). * Industry (e.g., healthcare, banking, construction, insurance). * Location (including every state in the Union and more than 25 countries). All you have to do is find the category of interest to you, and "let your mouse do the clicking!" Each site is listed by name and its address (also called its Universal Resource Locator or URL) on the Internet. That way, you can find just the right sites for you, quickly and easily.