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Call the Midwife: Shadows of the Workhouse

de Jennifer Worth ...

The sequel to Jennifer Worth's New York Times bestselling memoir and the basis for the PBS series Call the MidwifeWhen twenty-two-year-old Jennifer Worth, from a comfortable middle-class upbringing, went to work as a midwife in the direst section of postwar London, she not only delivered hundreds of babies and touched many lives, she also became the neighborhood's most vivid chronicler. Woven into ... Leer más

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The sequel to Jennifer Worth's New York Times bestselling memoir and the basis for the PBS series Call the MidwifeWhen twenty-two-year-old Jennifer Worth, from a comfortable middle-class upbringing, went to work as a midwife in the direst section of postwar London, she not only delivered hundreds of babies and touched many lives, she also became the neighborhood's most vivid chronicler. Woven into
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The Social Paradox

Autonomy, Connection, and Why We Need Both to Find Happiness

de William von Hippel ...

A Next Big Idea Club Must Read of February 2025"Von Hippel presents a radically new way to understand why human happiness has diminished. What’s more, he offers superlative advice for how to get back on track.” —Sonja Lyubomirsky, New York Times bestselling author of The How of HappinessFrom the author of The Social Leap comes this thought-provoking exploration, grounded in evolutionary ps... ... Leer más

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A Next Big Idea Club Must Read of February 2025"Von Hippel presents a radically new way to understand why human happiness has diminished. What’s more, he offers superlative advice for how to get back on track.” —Sonja Lyubomirsky, New York Times bestselling author of The How of HappinessFrom the author of The Social Leap comes this thought-provoking exploration, grounded in evolutionary ps...
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ATI TEAS 7 Study Guide Complete Review to Pass the Exam with Practice Tests, Essential Nursing Academic Skills, and Effective Test-Taking Techniques

de Calvin Yates ...

Are you ready to take the first step toward your nursing career, but unsure where to start with preparing for the ATI TEAS 7 exam? This comprehensive guide is designed to help you not only understand the structure of the exam but to excel in every section. Whether you're a first-time test-taker or someone looking to improve their score, this book offers you the tools and strategies necessary to ... Leer más

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Are you ready to take the first step toward your nursing career, but unsure where to start with preparing for the ATI TEAS 7 exam? This comprehensive guide is designed to help you not only understand the structure of the exam but to excel in every section. Whether you're a first-time test-taker or someone looking to improve their score, this book offers you the tools and strategies necessary to
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The WEIRDest People in the World

How the West Became Psychologically Peculiar and Particularly Prosperous

de Joseph Henrich ...

A New York Times Notable Book of 2020A Bloomberg Best Non-Fiction Book of 2020A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2020A Human Behavior & Evolution Society Must-Read Popular Evolution Book of 2020A bold, epic account of how the co-evolution of psychology and culture created the peculiar Western mind that has profoundly shaped the modern wor... ... Leer más

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A New York Times Notable Book of 2020A Bloomberg Best Non-Fiction Book of 2020A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2020A Human Behavior & Evolution Society Must-Read Popular Evolution Book of 2020A bold, epic account of how the co-evolution of psychology and culture created the peculiar Western mind that has profoundly shaped the modern wor...
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Forever Painless

End Chronic Pain and Reclaim Your Life in 30 Minutes a Day

de Miranda Esmonde-White ...

Series Libro 2 - Aging Backwards
End chronic pain—for good—with this practical guide from the PBS personality behind Classical Stretch and author of the New York Times bestseller Aging Backwards.Chronic pain is the most common cause of long-term disability in the United States. Twenty percent of American adults accept back spasms, throbbing joints, arthritis aches, and other physical pain as an inevitable consequence of aging, ... Leer más

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End chronic pain—for good—with this practical guide from the PBS personality behind Classical Stretch and author of the New York Times bestseller Aging Backwards.Chronic pain is the most common cause of long-term disability in the United States. Twenty percent of American adults accept back spasms, throbbing joints, arthritis aches, and other physical pain as an inevitable consequence of aging,
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AACN Essentials of Critical Care Nursing, Fifth Edition

de Sarah A. Delgado ...

The standard-bearer of critical care nursing guides―this succinct, comprehensive resource delivers the most current concepts for treating adult, critically ill patients and their familiesA Doody's Core Title for 2023, 2024 & 2026!This engaging, evidence-based guide provides everything nurses and students need to know to provide safe, effective critical care. Endorsed by the American Association of ... Leer más

$75.99 USD

The standard-bearer of critical care nursing guides―this succinct, comprehensive resource delivers the most current concepts for treating adult, critically ill patients and their familiesA Doody's Core Title for 2023, 2024 & 2026!This engaging, evidence-based guide provides everything nurses and students need to know to provide safe, effective critical care. Endorsed by the American Association of
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Cognitive Gadgets

The Cultural Evolution of Thinking

de Cecilia Heyes ...

“This is an important book and likely the most thoughtful of the year in the social sciences… Highly recommended, it is likely to prove one of the most thought-provoking books of the year.”—Tyler Cowen, Marginal RevolutionHow did human minds become so different from those of other animals? What accounts for our capacity to understand the way the physical world works, to think ourselves into the ... Leer más

$28.69 USD

“This is an important book and likely the most thoughtful of the year in the social sciences… Highly recommended, it is likely to prove one of the most thought-provoking books of the year.”—Tyler Cowen, Marginal RevolutionHow did human minds become so different from those of other animals? What accounts for our capacity to understand the way the physical world works, to think ourselves into the
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Darwin's Bass

The Evolutionary Psychology of Fishing Man

de Paul Quinnett ...

The renowned psychologist, devoted fisherman, and author of Pavlov's Trout returns with a "witty, informal guide to the human mind" ( Psychology Today).In this follow-up to his widely acclaimed Pavlov's Trout, Paul Quinnett, Ph.D., explores the evolutionary foundations of fishing and why so many people have such a strong bond to the sport. Referencing Charles Darwin's Origin of the Species, ... Leer más

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The renowned psychologist, devoted fisherman, and author of Pavlov's Trout returns with a "witty, informal guide to the human mind" ( Psychology Today).In this follow-up to his widely acclaimed Pavlov's Trout, Paul Quinnett, Ph.D., explores the evolutionary foundations of fishing and why so many people have such a strong bond to the sport. Referencing Charles Darwin's Origin of the Species,
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Ritual

How Seemingly Senseless Acts Make Life Worth Living

de Dimitris Xygalatas ...

A pioneering anthropologist takes readers on a 'fascinating, well-researched' (Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE) journey through the rich tapestry of human ritual—showing how and why our most irrational behaviors are a key driver of our success."Ritual is one of the oldest, and certainly most enigmatic, threads in the history of human culture. It presents a profound paradox: people ascribe the utmost ... Leer más

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A pioneering anthropologist takes readers on a 'fascinating, well-researched' (Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE) journey through the rich tapestry of human ritual—showing how and why our most irrational behaviors are a key driver of our success."Ritual is one of the oldest, and certainly most enigmatic, threads in the history of human culture. It presents a profound paradox: people ascribe the utmost
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The Chemotherapy Survival Guide

Everything You Need to Know to Get Through Treatment

de Judith McKay, Tammy Schacher, RN OCN, MSN ...

When you're facing cancer treatment, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and alone. Between the hospital or clinic environment and the medical terminology used by doctors and health care professionals, you may feel as though you've entered a foreign country.Written by two experienced oncology nurses, this compassionate and comprehensive guide explains in plain English everything you need to know about ... Leer más

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When you're facing cancer treatment, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and alone. Between the hospital or clinic environment and the medical terminology used by doctors and health care professionals, you may feel as though you've entered a foreign country.Written by two experienced oncology nurses, this compassionate and comprehensive guide explains in plain English everything you need to know about
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The Simplest Baby Book in the World

The Illustrated, Grab-and-Do Guide for a Healthy, Happy Baby

de S.M. Gross, Dr. Jeremy F. Shapiro, MD, MPH, FAAP, Gabriella Terhes Karlsson, Newborn Care Specialist/Postpartum Doula/Sleep Trainer ...

You've got this!The Simplest Baby Book in the World is the illustrated grab-and-do guide that helps today's moms and dads gain confidence in their ability to be great parents.It makes raising a baby easier by curating and distilling down to their essentials the best-of-the-best advice on topics like sleep training, feeding and safety from doctors, nurses, parents and nannies. You will quickly and ... Leer más

$9.99 USD

You've got this!The Simplest Baby Book in the World is the illustrated grab-and-do guide that helps today's moms and dads gain confidence in their ability to be great parents.It makes raising a baby easier by curating and distilling down to their essentials the best-of-the-best advice on topics like sleep training, feeding and safety from doctors, nurses, parents and nannies. You will quickly and
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The Story of Stories

The Million-Year History of a Uniquely Human Art

de Kevin Ashton ...

An irresistible and enchanting journey through human history—from mankind’s earliest fires to the latest smart phones—that tells the surprising and untold story of storytelling.Joan Didion told us, “We tell ourselves stories in order to live.” And yet, the story of stories has never been told until now. MIT technology pioneer Kevin Ashton was at the forefront of the digital revolution that led to ... Leer más

$2.99 USD

An irresistible and enchanting journey through human history—from mankind’s earliest fires to the latest smart phones—that tells the surprising and untold story of storytelling.Joan Didion told us, “We tell ourselves stories in order to live.” And yet, the story of stories has never been told until now. MIT technology pioneer Kevin Ashton was at the forefront of the digital revolution that led to
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Child Abuse and Culture

Working with Diverse Families

de Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD ...

This expertly written book provides an accessible framework for culturally competent practice with children and families in child maltreatment cases. Numerous workable strategies and concrete examples are presented to help readers address cultural concerns at each stage of the assessment and intervention process. Professionals and students learn new ways of thinking about their own cultural ... Leer más

$32.99 USD

This expertly written book provides an accessible framework for culturally competent practice with children and families in child maltreatment cases. Numerous workable strategies and concrete examples are presented to help readers address cultural concerns at each stage of the assessment and intervention process. Professionals and students learn new ways of thinking about their own cultural
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NCLEX-RN For Dummies with Online Practice Tests

de Patrick R. Coonan, Rhoda L. Sommer ...

Ace the NCLEX-RN exam with this comprehensive guideThe rigorous NCLEX-RN nursing exam can be painful—and many don't pass on the initial attempt. So why not beat the odds and drastically improve your chances of acing your first time with NCLEX-RN For Dummies, 2nd Edition with Online Practice?This fully updated and revised edition is tracked to the latest NCLEX-RN exam, and comes complete with deep ... Leer más

$24.00 USD

Ace the NCLEX-RN exam with this comprehensive guideThe rigorous NCLEX-RN nursing exam can be painful—and many don't pass on the initial attempt. So why not beat the odds and drastically improve your chances of acing your first time with NCLEX-RN For Dummies, 2nd Edition with Online Practice?This fully updated and revised edition is tracked to the latest NCLEX-RN exam, and comes complete with deep
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Health Intervention Research

Understanding Research Design and Methods

de Souraya Sidani ...

At a time when evidence-based practice is the standard bearer for understanding health behaviour, problems and interventions, ensuring that researchers know the appropriate designs and methods for their research is more paramount than ever. Health Intervention Research will equip those doing research in these communities with the knowledge and tools they need to inform their methodological ... Leer más

$71.99 USD

At a time when evidence-based practice is the standard bearer for understanding health behaviour, problems and interventions, ensuring that researchers know the appropriate designs and methods for their research is more paramount than ever. Health Intervention Research will equip those doing research in these communities with the knowledge and tools they need to inform their methodological
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If Nietzsche Were a Narwhal

What Animal Intelligence Reveals About Human Stupidity

de Justin Gregg ...

This funny, "extraordinary and thought-provoking" (The Wall Street Journal) book asks whether we are in fact the superior species. As it turns out, the truth is stranger—and far more interesting—than we have been led to believe.If Nietzsche Were a Narwhal overturns everything we thought we knew about human intelligence, and asks the question: would humans be better off as narwhals? Or some other, ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

This funny, "extraordinary and thought-provoking" (The Wall Street Journal) book asks whether we are in fact the superior species. As it turns out, the truth is stranger—and far more interesting—than we have been led to believe.If Nietzsche Were a Narwhal overturns everything we thought we knew about human intelligence, and asks the question: would humans be better off as narwhals? Or some other,
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Cannabis and Cannabinoids

Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Therapeutic Potential

de Ethan B Russo ...

Study the latest research findings by international experts!This comprehensive volume presents state-of-the-art scientific research on the therapeutic uses of cannabis and its derivatives. All too often, discussions of the potential medical uses of this substance are distorted by political considerations that have no place in a medical debate. Cannabis and Cannabinoids: Pharmacology, Toxicology, ... Leer más

$103.99 USD

Study the latest research findings by international experts!This comprehensive volume presents state-of-the-art scientific research on the therapeutic uses of cannabis and its derivatives. All too often, discussions of the potential medical uses of this substance are distorted by political considerations that have no place in a medical debate. Cannabis and Cannabinoids: Pharmacology, Toxicology,
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Certified Nurse Educator Review Book

The Official NLN Guide to the CNE Exam

de Linda Caputi ...

Based on the CNE® examination blueprint, Certified Nurse Educator Review Book: The Official NLN Guide to the CNE® Exam, Second Edition delivers a comprehensive review to prepare you to take the Certified Nurse Educator examination. Each chapter provides an overview of the content included on the exam blueprint and practice test items, complete with rationales for correct and incorrect answers, ... Leer más

$38.69 USD

Based on the CNE® examination blueprint, Certified Nurse Educator Review Book: The Official NLN Guide to the CNE® Exam, Second Edition delivers a comprehensive review to prepare you to take the Certified Nurse Educator examination. Each chapter provides an overview of the content included on the exam blueprint and practice test items, complete with rationales for correct and incorrect answers,
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Developmental Assessment of the School-Aged Child with Developmental Disabilities

A Clinician's Guide

de M. S. Thambirajah ...

Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural problems who are referred to mental health services for assessment often have undiagnosed mild learning disabilities, and this guide is written for clinicians involved in making such assessments.It provides full guidance on common developmental disorders and their assessment, focusing on mild to moderate disabilities in the school-aged child. ... Leer más

$63.09 USD

Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural problems who are referred to mental health services for assessment often have undiagnosed mild learning disabilities, and this guide is written for clinicians involved in making such assessments.It provides full guidance on common developmental disorders and their assessment, focusing on mild to moderate disabilities in the school-aged child.
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I Contain Multitudes

The Microbes Within Us and a Grander View of Life

de Ed Yong ...

New York Times BestsellerNew York Times Notable Book of 2016 • NPR Great Read of 2016 • Named a Best Book of 2016 by The Economist, Smithsonian, NPR's Science Friday, MPR, Minnesota Star Tribune, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, The Guardian, Times (London)From Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Yong, a groundbreaking,... ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

New York Times BestsellerNew York Times Notable Book of 2016 • NPR Great Read of 2016 • Named a Best Book of 2016 by The Economist, Smithsonian, NPR's Science Friday, MPR, Minnesota Star Tribune, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, The Guardian, Times (London)From Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Yong, a groundbreaking,...
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The Comfort Garden: Tales from the Trauma Unit

de Laurie Barkin ...

The Comfort Garden: Tales from the Trauma UnitFresh Pond PressTrue and Fast-Paced Stories of Life on the Surgical-Trauma Unit at a City Hospital"It's not the Ritz but this is the best place in the city for treating trauma. The nurses and doctors here are trauma experts. This is where I would want my relatives to be," Laurie Barkin tells upset visitors at San Francisco General Hospital who are ... Leer más

$9.99 USD

The Comfort Garden: Tales from the Trauma UnitFresh Pond PressTrue and Fast-Paced Stories of Life on the Surgical-Trauma Unit at a City Hospital"It's not the Ritz but this is the best place in the city for treating trauma. The nurses and doctors here are trauma experts. This is where I would want my relatives to be," Laurie Barkin tells upset visitors at San Francisco General Hospital who are
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The Story of My Childhood

de Clara Barton ...

"Clara Barton has written this short but very entertaining, narrative of her youth." - The Book News Monthly (1907)"This work is a valuable source." -American Heroes (2008)"Indispensable for an understanding of her character." - Notable American Women (1971)"In response to a request from a young admirer, Barton wrote a book about her early life, 'The Story of My Childhood." - Nursing's Greatest ... Leer más

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"Clara Barton has written this short but very entertaining, narrative of her youth." - The Book News Monthly (1907)"This work is a valuable source." -American Heroes (2008)"Indispensable for an understanding of her character." - Notable American Women (1971)"In response to a request from a young admirer, Barton wrote a book about her early life, 'The Story of My Childhood." - Nursing's Greatest
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Why Buddhism is True

The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment

de Robert Wright ...

From one of America’s most brilliant writers, a New York Times bestselling journey through psychology, philosophy, and lots of meditation to show how Buddhism holds the key to moral clarity and enduring happiness.At the heart of Buddhism is a simple claim: The reason we suffer—and the reason we make other people suffer—is that we don’t see the world clearly. At the heart of Buddhist meditative ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

From one of America’s most brilliant writers, a New York Times bestselling journey through psychology, philosophy, and lots of meditation to show how Buddhism holds the key to moral clarity and enduring happiness.At the heart of Buddhism is a simple claim: The reason we suffer—and the reason we make other people suffer—is that we don’t see the world clearly. At the heart of Buddhist meditative
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The Shift

One Nurse, Twelve Hours, Four Patients' Lives

de Theresa Brown ...

“An engrossing human drama . . . The Shift is one nurse's story, but it contains elements of every nurse's experience."—The Wall Street JournalPracticing nurse and New York Times columnist Theresa Brown invites us to experience not just a day in the life of a nurse but all the life that happens in just one day on a busy teaching hospital’s cancer ward. In the span of twelve hours, lives can be ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

“An engrossing human drama . . . The Shift is one nurse's story, but it contains elements of every nurse's experience."—The Wall Street JournalPracticing nurse and New York Times columnist Theresa Brown invites us to experience not just a day in the life of a nurse but all the life that happens in just one day on a busy teaching hospital’s cancer ward. In the span of twelve hours, lives can be
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