- Table View
- List View
Vulnerable: The Law, Policy and Ethics of COVID-19
by Colleen M. Flood Sridhar Venkatapuram Jane Philpott Vanessa MacDonnell Sophie ThériaultThe novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which causes the disease known as COVID-19, has infected people in 212 countries so far and on every continent except Antarctica. Vast changes to our home lives, social interactions, government functioning and relations between countries have swept the world in a few months and are difficult to hold in one’s mind at one time. That is why a collaborative effort such as this edited, multidisciplinary collection is needed. This book confronts the vulnerabilities and interconnectedness made visible by the pandemic and its consequences, along with the legal, ethical and policy responses. These include vulnerabilities for people who have been harmed or will be harmed by the virus directly and those harmed by measures taken to slow its relentless march; vulnerabilities exposed in our institutions, governance and legal structures; and vulnerabilities in other countries and at the global level where persistent injustices harm us all. Hopefully, COVID-19 will forces us to deeply reflect on how we govern and our policy priorities; to focus preparedness, precaution, and recovery to include all, not just some. Published in English with some chapters in French.
Enjeux criminologiques contemporains: Au-delà de l’insécurité et de l’exclusion
by Justin Piché Carolyn Côté-Lussier David MoffetteEnjeux criminologiques contemporains confronte certaines des questions pressantes relatives aux pratiques pénales et carcérales, à la criminologie « clinique », et au contrôle du crime et ses conséquences. Cet ouvrage présente des théories et des méthodes à la pointe de la recherche, dans le but explicite de contribuer au développement de politiques qui promeuvent la sécurité et l’inclusion sociale. Les approches et théories critiques explorées dans cet ouvrage servent de contrepoint aux approches d’ordre administratif ou managérial et aux politiques et pratiques étatiques punitives, fondées sur l’exclusion. Décliné en deux volumes – l’un en français et l’autre en anglais – ce livre rassemble autant des experts éminents que des chercheurs émergents qui, ensemble, offrent une importante contribution à l’avancement de la recherche et des politiques publiques. Publié en français
Sport Policy in Canada (Open Access)
by Jean Harvey Lucie ThibaultSport Policy in Canada provides the first and most comprehensive analysis of the new Canadian Sport Policy adopted in 2012. In light of this new policy, the authors, top scholars in the field, provide detailed accounts of the most salient sport policies and programs, while also discussing issues and challenges facing policy makers. In Canada and around the world, the last decades have known a sharp increase in state intervention and public funding in pursuit of medals on the international stage and in support of a more active lifestyle. Governments at all levels have made substantial investments in hope of hosting major sporting events to benefit from the economic impact and gain international prestige.The study of sport policies, often neglected in the past, is becoming an increasingly important research topic. Sport Policy in Canada seeks to fill this void by offering the most comprehensive analysis of sport policy since Macintosh, Bedecki, and Franks' Sport Policy in Canada (1987). - This book is published in English.
Éthiques de l’hospitalité, du don et du care: Actualité, regards croisés (21e – Société, histoire et cultures)
by Sous la direction de Sophie Bourgault Sophie Cloutier et Stéphanie GaudetÉthiques de l’hospitalité, du don et du care : Actualité, regards croisés examine quelques-unes des affinités électives et des différences entre les éthiques de l’hospitalité, du don et du care. Ces éthiques de l’hospitalité, du don et du care ont beaucoup gagné en importance dans les dernières années d’un côté et de l’autre de l’Atlantique. Elles cherchent, chacune à leur manière, à répondre à quelques problématiques éthico-politiques les plus pressantes de notre temps : la crise des réfugiés, le don de temps et de soi dans une économie marchande, la précarité, le travail de soin dit « invisibilisé », etc. Ces trois éthiques puisent au sein de sources disciplinaires et théoriques différentes : si l’éthique de l’hospitalité s’est beaucoup inspirée des travaux philosophiques d’Emmanuel Lévinas et de Jacques Derrida, l’éthique du don a comme principale source l’analyse anthropologique de Marcel Mauss, alors que l’éthique du care s’est développée dans la foulée des travaux de la psychologue américaine Carol Gilligan. Malgré ces points d’ancrage différents, ces éthiques partagent néanmoins plusieurs préoccupations et principes, notamment l’idée que toute théorisation du social et du politique devrait s’inscrire dans une ontologie relationnelle de l’être humain et dans un postulat de vulnérabilité. Il est donc surprenant de constater que si peu de recherches aient creusé la question des affinités entre ces trois paradigmes (à l’exception notoire des écrits d’Elena Pulcini, Philipe Chanial et Jacques Godbout). La visée principale de cet ouvrage interdisciplinaire est de pallier cette insuffisance théorique et d’ouvrir un dialogue interdisciplinaire plus explicite entre ces trois paradigmes éthiques, un dialogue de surcroît en français. L’autre visée est de considérer l’actualité de chacune de ces éthiques, à partir d’enjeux contemporains importants.
Language is the Key: The Canadian Language Benchmarks Model (Politics and Public Policy)
by Monika JezakThe CLB/NCLC success was dependent on many factors—outstanding work by leading Canadian scholars; steady commitment of the government and non-governmental stakeholders at the federal, provincial, and local level; and, last but not least, unconditional commitment and caring on the part of an invested community of practice. Language is the key covers a range of topics: historical and political context that lead to the development of the Canadian standards, their current positioning in global educational markets, as well as their research and teaching cultures. This edited volume provides a comprehensive overview of recent and ongoing projects and of CLB- and NCLC-related materials, tools and resources for teaching and assessment. Finally, it offers a bold outlook, proposing various scenarios to branch out beyond these benchmarks into the domains of higher education, essential skills, literacy, workplace training, as well as international and indigenous languages. The 20th anniversary of the CLB/NCLC provides an opportunity to reflect on the scope and importance of this exceptional Canadian intellectual product.
The Academic Gateway: Understanding the Journey to Tenure (Education)
by Victoria Handford Timothy M. SibbaldThe Academic Gateway: Understanding the Journey to Tenure investigates the experiences of professors employed in tenure-track positions who are starting their career within a university environment, but have not yet attained the affirmation and permanence that tenure offers. The role that they have taken on entails the preparation of students within a professional school. Some of them have very limited professional experience, while others bring multiple years of experience with them in their transition to a faculty of education. The contributors speak to the three key components of their faculty role: teaching, service, and research. Addressing organizational structures and differences relative to prior roles, they examine how these changes have assisted, confused or altered the way they conduct their day-to-day work. They speak about relevant prior experiences, the preparation they received through graduate school, and the details of the learning curve as they entered into their tenure track role. Have they been successful? The reader will experience the same uncertainty and anticipation every professor goes through during their journey to tenure. This approach amplifies the realism of not knowing whether issues that are spoken about will ultimately be overcome and enhances the validity of their experiences by not biasing the contributions towards those who expect success.
Contemporary Criminological Issues: Moving Beyond Insecurity and Exclusion (Standalone titles)
by Justin Piché Carolyn Côté-Lussier David MoffetteContemporary Criminological Issues: Moving Beyond Insecurity and Exclusion tackles some of today’s most pressing social issues—from the criminalization of Indigenous peoples to interpersonal violence, border control, and armed conflicts—,advances cutting-edge theories and methods to make sense of these issues, and proposes policy responses that promote social inclusion and security. This book advances cutting-edge theories and methods, with the aim of moving beyond the scholarship that reproduces insecurity and exclusion. The breadth of approaches encompasses much of the current critical criminological scholarship, serving as a counterpoint to the growth of managerial and administrative criminologist and the rise of explicitly exclusionary and punitive state policies and practices with respect to ‘crime’ and ‘security.’ This edited collection featuring two books, one in English and one in French, includes important contributions to knowledge and public policy by eminent experts and emerging scholars. Published in English. Also available in French: Enjeux criminologiques contemporains : Au-delà de l’insécurité et de l’exclusion.
Transformative Physical Rehabilitation: Thriving After a Major Health Event (101 Collection)
by Claire-Jehanne Dubouloz WilnerIn adult physical rehabilitation, the transformative learning theory presents the basis for a detailed model of Meaning Perspective Transformation in Physical Rehabilitation based on research evidence, with examples and cases, and presents directives for clinical applications. Transformative Physical Rehabilitation: Thriving After a Major Health Event draws from the theoretical background of transformative learning in adult education (Mezirow) to discuss the expansion and transfer of knowledge to clinical rehabilitation and community health rehabilitation settings for rehabilitation interventions. It also presents ground breaking findings of a fifteen-year research project on the process of meaning perspective transformation with client/patient groups. The project generated the first model of transformative change in the field of physical rehabilitation, built on the results of successive, externally funded research projects completed for the first time with various client populations undergoing interventions in occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and other physical health rehabilitation disciplines. The book is written for clinicians, educators, and students of physical rehabilitation, as well as for those who are interested in helping a loved one deal with personal change. Published in English.
Homelessness & Health in Canada (Health and Society)
by Manal Guirguis-Younger Stephen W. Hwang Ryan McNeilHomelessness & Health in Canada explores, for the first time, the social, structural, and environmental factors that shape the health of homeless persons in Canada. Covering a wide range of topics from youth homelessness to end-of-life care, the authors strive to outline policy and practice recommendations to respond to the ongoing public health crisis. This book is divided into three distinct but complimentary sections. In the first section, contributors explore how homelessness affects the health of particular homeless populations, focusing on the experiences of homeless youth, immigrants, refugees and people of Aboriginal ancestry. In the second section, contributors investigate how housing and public health policy as well as programmatic responses can address various health challenges, including severe mental illness and HIV/AIDS. In the final section, contributors highlight innovative Canadian interventions that have shown great promise in the field. Together, they form a comprehensive survey of an all too important topic and serve as a blueprint for action.
#FreeBritney: The hidden story that led Britney Spears from media harassment to being almost completely deprived of her freedom
by Steven HeggingsWe are sorry, Britney..." As if it were the catchy chorus in one of her songs, the phrase became a trending topic when the documentary Framing Britney Spears was released. In addition to famous journalists, musicians and actors, many people understood that society as a whole had contributed to the pop star being caught in a desperate situation. It was not just the press harassment. It wasn't just the paparazzi. It wasn't just misogyny in the music industry. It wasn't just her father, who most fans depict as a greedy man. An appetite for celebrity gossip undoubtedly contributed to Britney Spears being stripped of a person's most precious asset: freedom.
#FreeBritney: La historia oculta que llevó a Britney Spears del acoso mediático a la privación casi total de su libertad
by Steven HeggingsLo sentimos Britney"… como si fuera el estribillo de una de sus pegadizas canciones, la frase se convirtió en trending topic cuando el documental Framing Britney Spears salió al aire. Además de periodistas, músicos y actores famosos, mucha gente entendió que la sociedad en su conjunto había contribuido a que la estrella pop llegara a una situación desesperada. No fue solo el acoso de la prensa. No fueron solo los paparazzi. No fue solo la misoginia en la industria de la música. No fue solo su padre, al que la mayoría de los fanáticos señalan como un hombre codicioso. El apetito por los chismes de celebridades sin dudas contribuyó a que Britney Spears fuera despojada del bien más preciado que posee una persona: su libertad.
The Truth Detector: An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide for Getting People to Reveal the Truth (The Like Switch Series #2)
by Jack SchaferThis paradigm shifting how-to guide effortlessly teaches you how to outwit liars and get them to reveal the truth—from former FBI agent and author of the &“practical and insightful&” (William Ury, coauthor of Getting to Yes) bestseller The Like Switch.Unlike many other books on lie detection and behavioral analysis, this revolutionary guide reveals the FBI-developed practice of elicitation, the field-tested technique for encouraging people to provide information they would otherwise keep secret. Now you can learn this astonishing method directly from the expert who created this technique and pioneered it for the FBI&’s Behavioral Analysis Program. Filled with easy-to-follow, accessible lessons reinforced by fascinating stories of how to put these skills into action using natural human behaviors, The Truth Detector shows you all of the tips and techniques you need to gain someone&’s trust and get liars to reveal the truth.
Capture or Kill: 'In the world of black-ops thrillers, Mitch Rapp remains the gold standard' (Booklist) (A Mitch Rapp Novel #23)
by Vince Flynn Don BentleyPREORDER DENIED ACCESS, THE NEWEST PULSE-POUNDING THRILLER IN THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING MITCH RAPP SERIES, COMING THIS SEPTEMBER.As war looms in the Middle East, only Mitch Rapp can deliver truth and justice. 2011. On a remote mountaintop overlooking the remains of the Iranian nuclear weapons programme, Azad Ashani witnesses a Quds Force demonstration of a capability meant to upend America&’s war in the Middle East. Ashani, director of the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security and Irene Kennedy&’s former back channel to the Iranian government, recognises the demonstration&’s true significance and the nation-ending conflict it will provoke. In Washington, DC, CIA director Irene Kennedy briefs the president that the operational window to kill or capture Osama bin Laden is rapidly closing. But before he&’ll authorise a commando raid on Pakistani soil, the president demands irrefutable proof of bin Laden&’s presence. Proof he trusts just one man to provide. Praise for the Mitch Rapp series &‘Grabs you by the scruff of the neck on page one and doesn&’t let you go until the end&’ Stephen Leather &‘Sizzles with inside information and CIA secrets&’ Dan Brown &‘A cracking, uncompromising yarn that literally takes no prisoners&’ The Times &‘Vince Flynn clearly has one eye on Lee Child's action thriller throne with this twist-laden story . . . instantly gripping&’ Shortlist &‘Action-packed, in-your-face, adrenalin-pumped super-hero macho escapist fiction that does exactly what it says on the label&’ Irish Independent &‘Mitch Rapp is a great character who always leaves the bad guys either very sorry for themselves or very dead&’ Guardian
Vanguard: What Judgments Come (Star Trek: The Original Series)
by Dayton Ward Kevin DilmoreAn adventure in the Taurus Reach with Starfleet crews, undercover agents, civilian colonists, and alien power players of the Vanguard saga—based on Star Trek: The Original Series.Operation Vanguard has risked countless lives and sacrificed entire worlds to unlock the secrets of the Shedai, an extinct alien civilization whose technology can shape the future of the galaxy. Now, Starfleet&’s efforts have roused the vengeful Shedai from their aeons of slumber. As the Taurus Reach erupts with violence, hundreds of light-years away, Ambassador Jetanien and his counterparts from the Klingon and Romulan empires struggle to avert war by any means necessary. But Jetanien discovers their mission may have been designed to fail all along. Meanwhile, living in exile on an Orion ship is the one man who can help Starfleet find an ancient weapon that can stop the Shedai: Vanguard&’s former commanding officer, Diego Reyes.
How to Invest: Masters on the Craft
by David M. RubensteinNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A master class on investing featuring conversations with the biggest names in finance, from the legendary cofounder of The Carlyle Group, David M. Rubenstein.What do the most successful investors have in common? David M. Rubenstein, cofounder of one of the world&’s largest investment firms, has spent years interviewing the greatest investors in the world to discover the time-tested principles, hard-earned wisdom, and indispensable tools that guide their practice. Rubenstein, who has spent more than three decades in the hypercompetitive world of private equity, now distills everything he&’s learned about the art and craft of investing, from venture capital, real estate, private equity, hedge funds, to crypto, endowments, SPACs, ESG, and more. -How did Stan Druckenmiller short the British pound in one trade for a profit of $1 billion dollars? -What made Sam Zell the smartest, toughest investor the world of real estate has ever seen? -How did Mike Novogratz make $250 million off crypto in one year? -How did Larry Fink build BlackRock from scratch into a firm that manages more than $10 trillion? -How did Mary Callahan Erdoes rise to the top of J.P. Morgan&’s wealth management division to manage more than $4 trillion for individuals and families all over the world? -How did Seth Klarman perfect value investing to consistently deliver net returns of nearly 20 percent? With unprecedented access to global leaders in finance, Rubenstein has assembled the most authoritative book of its kind. How to Invest reveals the thinking of the most successful investors in the world, many of whom rarely speak publicly. Whether you&’re brand-new to investing or a seasoned professional, this book will transform the way you approach investing forever.
Together Forever (You're Invited to a Creepover)
by P.J. NightA summer camp dream romance turns into a nightmare in this frighteningly fun addition to Spotlight’s popular horror series.All the girls in Bunk 9 at Camp Minnehaha wake up one morning having had the same terrible nightmare about a sinister boy in an abandoned cabin in the woods. All the girls, that is, except goody-goody Samantha Harmon. The boy in Sam’s dream was handsome, enchanting, and just so real. Even though Sam knows it’s against the rules to venture into the woods without a counselor, she sets off in search of her dream boy—and finds him! Dennis Shaw is just like the boy from Sam’s dream, and he seems really into her. The only problem is that Sam’s twin sister Ali is jealous of Sam’s new boyfriend, and she’ll stop at nothing to make him her own. But when Dennis gets a little intense and says he wants to be together forever with his dream girl, neither Sam nor Ali realizes just how long forever might be…. The tale of this nightmare summer romance is ranked a Level 3 on the Creep-o-Meter.
Truly, Madly, Sheeply: Absolutely Truly; Yours Truly; Really Truly; Truly, Madly, Sheeply (A Pumpkin Falls Mystery)
by Heather Vogel FrederickThe Pumpkin Falls Private Eyes face a pumpkin snatcher and a haunted farm in the fourth and final &“cozy mystery&” (Booklist) of the Edgar Award–nominated middle grade series from the author of the beloved Mother-Daughter Book Club books.It&’s autumn in New England and Truly and her fellow Pumpkin Falls Private Eyes are gearing up for the annual Halloween Festival. Aunt True and her new husband, Rusty, have bought Ethel and Elmer Farnsworth&’s dilapidated old farm on the edge of town, where they&’re going to raise sheep and where Truly and her grandparents have volunteered to farm- and sheep-sit while the newlyweds are on their honeymoon. But as always, there are mysteries and secrets afoot in Pumpkin Falls. Jack-o&’-lanterns outside the shops downtown are going missing—in broad daylight! Plus, someone…or something…is trying to scare Truly&’s aunt and uncle away from their new property with some seriously spooky hauntings. With the arrival of Emilio, a new heartthrob student from Italy, and with Calhoun most definitely still in the picture, Truly has her hands full and will need all of her Private Eyes to help her solve the small town shenanigans this fall season.
Machine: A White Space Novel (White Space #2)
by Elizabeth BearIn this &“spectacularly smart space opera&” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) set in the same universe as the critically acclaimed White Space series and perfect for fans of Karen Traviss and Ada Hoffman, a space station begins to unravel when a routine search and rescue mission returns after going dangerously awry.Meet Doctor Jens. She hasn&’t had a decent cup of coffee in fifteen years. Her workday begins when she jumps out of perfectly good space ships and continues with developing treatments for sick alien species she&’s never seen before. She loves her life. Even without the coffee. But Dr. Jens is about to discover an astonishing mystery: two ships, once ancient and one new, locked in a deadly embrace. The crew is suffering from an unknown ailment and the shipmind is trapped in an inadequate body, much of her memory pared away. Unfortunately, Dr. Jens can&’t resist a mystery and she begins doing some digging. She has no idea that she&’s about to discover horrifying and life-changing truths. Written in Elizabeth Bear&’s signature &“rollicking, suspenseful, and sentimental&” (Publishers Weekly) style, Machine is a fresh and electrifying space opera that you won&’t be able to put down.
Spy Camp: Spy School; Spy Camp; Evil Spy School; Spy Ski School; Spy School Secret Service (Spy School #2)
by Stuart GibbsIn the second book in the New York Times bestselling Spy School series, top-secret training continues into summer for aspiring spy Ben Ripley—and so does the danger.Ben Ripley is a middle schooler whose school is not exactly average—he&’s spent the last year training to be a top-level spy and dodging all sorts of associated danger. So now that summer&’s finally here, Ben would like to have some fun and relax. But that&’s not going to happen during required spy survival training at a rustic wilderness camp, where SPYDER, an enemy spy organization, has infiltrated the spies&’ ranks. Can Ben root out the enemy before it takes him out—for good?
The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook: From Delicious Dole Whip to Tasty Mickey Pretzels, 100 Magical Disney-Inspired Recipes (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
by Ashley CraftThe Wall Street Journal Bestseller USA TODAY Bestseller Experience the magic of the Disney Parks right in your kitchen with these 100, easy and delicious recipes inspired by Walt Disney World!Stroll right down the middle of Main Street USA, journey from Adventureland to Infinity and Beyond at Pixar Pier, and explore every avenue in between to taste the flavors of the Disney Parks…all without leaving your kitchen. With The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook you can bring the magic of Disneyland and Walt Disney World snacks and treats right to your home. Recreate favorites like the classic Dole Whip and Mickey Pretzels to new favorites like blue milk from Star Wars land and Jack Jack&’s Cookie Num Nums from Pixar Pier. These 100 recipes inspired by iconic yummies are perfect whether you are a forever Disney fan or just love a good snack. Now you can feel as if you shared a snack with Mickey himself right from the comfort of your own home!
Thick as Thieves (Tales of Thamorr #2)
by M. J. KuhnM. J. Kuhn returns to the gritty world of heists, magic, and deception in this high-stakes fantasy follow-up to internationally bestselling Among Thieves perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and V.E. Schwab.Ryia Cautella, a.k.a. the Butcher of Carrowwick, and her motley crew have succeeded in the ultimate heist...with the most dire possible consequences. A terrifyingly powerful tool has fallen into the hands of Callum Clem, the criminal leader of the Saints, who was already one of the most dangerous men alive. With the newfound ability to force magic-wielding Adepts to his will, he is unstoppable. With their group scattered throughout the five kingdoms of Thamorr—and not all on the same side of the fight—things seem hopeless. But can Ryia get the gang back together for one last job? Or will chess-worthy power plays and shifting loyalties change Thamorr as they know it?
Medical Analytics for Clinical and Healthcare Applications (Machine Learning in Biomedical Science and Healthcare Informatics)
by Xiao-Zhi Gao Divya Zindani Kanak Kalita Narayanan GaneshThe book is essential for anyone exploring the forefront of healthcare innovation, as it offers a thorough exploration of transformative data-driven methodologies that can significantly enhance patient outcomes and clinical efficiency in today’s evolving medical landscape. In today’s rapidly advancing healthcare landscape, the integration of medical analytics has become essential for improving patient outcomes, clinical efficiency, and decision-making. Medical Analytics for Clinical and Healthcare Applications provides a comprehensive examination of how data-driven methodologies are revolutionizing the medical field. This book offers a deep dive into innovative techniques, real-world applications, and emerging trends in medical analytics, showcasing how these advancements are transforming disease detection, diagnosis, treatment planning, and healthcare management. Spanning sixteen chapters across five subsections, this edited volume covers a wide array of topics—from foundational principles of medical data analysis to cutting-edge applications in predictive healthcare and medical data security. Readers will encounter state-of-the-art methodologies, including machine learning models, predictive analytics, and deep learning techniques applied to various healthcare challenges such as mental health disorders, cancer detection, and hospital mortality predictions. Medical Analytics for Clinical and Healthcare Applications equips readers with the knowledge to harness the power of medical analytics and its potential to shape the future of healthcare. Through its interdisciplinary approach and expert insights, this volume is poised to serve as a valuable resource for advancing healthcare technologies and improving the overall quality of care. Readers will find the volume: Explores the latest medical analytics techniques applied across clinical settings, from diagnosis to treatment optimization; Features real-world case studies and tools for implementing data-driven solutions in healthcare; Bridges the gap between healthcare professionals, data scientists, and engineers for collaborative innovation in medical technologies; Provides foresight into emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of healthcare analytics. Audience Healthcare professionals, clinical researchers, medical data scientists, biomedical engineers, IT professionals, academics, and policymakers focused on the intersection of medicine and data analytics.
ABC of Nutrition (ABC Series)
by Catherine Hankey Mike Lean Wilma LeslieABC of Nutrition A practical guide to nutrition and the health problems related to foods and diet, covering body composition, epidemiology, specific populations, and more ABC of Nutrition is a comprehensive guide to nutrition as it relates to the causes, treatment and management of the symptoms and medical conditions frequently met by healthcare professionals. Beginning with a new introduction to principles of nutrition and definitions of terms, this revised and updated fifth edition includes new chapters on nutrition for special populations, such as pregnant women, children, and the elderly, and on the use of products marketed for sports and performance enhancement. This new edition also features the latest National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines on Nutrition Support for Adults, as well as guidance on Maternal and Child Nutrition. Written by a team of experts with a range of professional perspectives, ABC of Nutrition includes valuable, practical information based on clinical evidence, in an easily accessible way. Areas covered include: Vitamins and minerals, salt and sodium, fats, carbohydrates, and proteins Nutritional deficiencies in both developing and affluent countries, and the role of functional foods and nutrient fortification in addressing these deficiencies Nutrition’s role in heart disease, blood pressure, chronic diseases such as diabetes, and some types of cancer Challenges of weight management, eating disorders, and obesity for individuals and in the sphere of public health Addressing the large amount of misinformation circulating in the media about foods and health ABC of Nutrition is an essential, stimulating read, aimed at providing confidence when advising about diet and nutrition for healthcare professionals, practitioners, and students in many fields.
Girl in a Band (10th Anniversary Edition): A Memoir
by Kim GordonNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERKim Gordon, founding member of Sonic Youth, fashion icon, and role model for a generation of women, now tells her story—a memoir of life as an artist, of music, marriage, motherhood, independence, and as one of the first women of rock and roll, written with the lyricism and haunting beauty of Patti Smith's Just Kids.Often described as aloof, Kim Gordon opens up as never before in Girl in a Band. Telling the story of her family, growing up in California in the '60s and '70s, her life in visual art, her move to New York City, the men in her life, her marriage, her relationship with her daughter, her music, and her band, Girl in a Band is a rich and beautifully written memoir.Gordon takes us back to the lost New York of the 1980s and '90s that gave rise to Sonic Youth, and the Alternative revolution in popular music. The band helped build a vocabulary of music—paving the way for Nirvana, Hole, Smashing Pumpkins and many other acts. But at its core, Girl in a Band examines the route from girl to woman in uncharted territory, music, art career, what partnership means—and what happens when that identity dissolves.Evocative and edgy, filled with the sights and sounds of a changing world and a transformative life, Girl in a Band is the fascinating chronicle of a remarkable journey and an extraordinary artist.
Queen of Bohemia Predicts Own Death: Gilded-Age Journalist Zoe Anderson Norris
by Eve M. KahnA trailblazing journalist who took on New York’s Gilded-Age injustices Zoe Anderson Norris was a woman ahead of her time. A Kentucky-born belle turned fearless Manhattan journalist, she used her pen as a weapon in the fight for justice. From exposing slumlords and corrupt politicians to advocating for impoverished immigrants, she captured the injustices of her era with a wit and tenacity that still resonate today. In this first biography of Norris, independent scholar Eve Kahn restores her legacy, illuminating her work as a novelist, magazine publisher, and social reformer who challenged the powerful and gave voice to the oppressed. A prolific writer and editor, Norris chronicled the struggles of Lower East Side immigrants in her self-published periodical, The East Side, often going undercover to report on the harsh realities of tenement life. She documented tragedies such as the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, publicly denounced predatory men, and advised women on seizing control of their destinies. With her bohemian spirit, she led the Ragged Edge Klub, a gathering of artists, writers, and social critics who rejected the status quo. But Norris’s courage came at a personal cost. Her life was marked by tumultuous relationships, family estrangement, and battles against the very injustices she exposed. She endured financial struggles, unfaithful or deadbeat husbands, and social ostracization for her refusal to remain silent. In her final issue of The East Side, she eerily predicted her own death, an uncanny premonition that made national headlines before she faded into obscurity. With meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Kahn brings Norris’s extraordinary life back into the spotlight. Drawing on newly uncovered archival materials, including Norris’s own writings, letters, and investigative reports, Queen of Bohemia Predicts Own Death sheds light on a fearless journalist whose influence on investigative reporting and social justice continues to be felt today. This biography is a compelling testament to the power of the written word in the fight for truth and equity.