Designed for quick, easy on-the-job reference, this spiralbound pocket guide covers every aspect of medical-surgical nursing in a concise format packed with bulleted facts, tables, and illustrations. Five distinctive sections cover Disorders, Diagnostic Tests, Treatments, Procedures, and more than 80 Clinical Tools from all medical-surgical ...
Adapted from the original Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts featuring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce and penned by the talented Anthony Boucher, these new pastiches by H. Paul Jeffers are sure to thrill all lovers of the Holmes canon. When radio broadcasts of Boucher's stories aired in the 1940s, Doyle fans were ecstatic. 221 A Baker Street ...
Type 2 diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions. And who is getting it? Baby boomers and the elderly-most of whom are empty nesters or live alone. This cookbook features 125 easy-to-make recipes specially created for singles or couples who need to follow a diabetes meal plan. Each recipe includes complete nutrition analysis.
Boucher celebrates the many contributions of women to American Buddhism and provides an intimate look at the lives of women who are the teachers, scholars, nuns, and followers of a newly evolving Buddhist practice in this country. "A thought-provoking examination".--Victoria Scott, San Francisco Chronicle. Photos.
An exploration of major Buddhist teachings from a woman's perspective provides the context for the author's effort to "open the lotus" of Buddhism for contemporary women.
When a Hollywood studio announces plans to film a Conan Doyle classic, it arouses the interest of a group of Sherlock Holmes fans. Soon, all sorts of things begin to happen--a murder with a disappearing corpse, cryptograms, a couple of cock-eyed adventurers in the best Holmes tradition and all the odd trimmings, including a Watson who's a cop, not ...
A comprehensive introduction to the history of Western political thought written by a line-up of internationally renowned scholars from four continents. This definitive collection provides an overview of the canon of great theorists from Socrates and the Sophists to contemporary thinkers such as Habermas and Foucault. Each contributor critically ...
"2000+ Essential French Verbs" is the key to mastering what many consider the hardest part of learning a language--verb tenses. Perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced learners, this book covers everything there is to know about the most commonly used verbs in French.
"War and peace begin in the hearts of individuals," declares Pema Chodron in her inspiring and accessible new book, which draws on Buddhist teachings to explore the origins of aggression and war.
Andrea Palladio (1508-1580) is known as the architect who has guided Western design philosophy for half a millennium, creating forms that have been studied and reproduced from age to age and around the world. For architects and the public alike, his buildings have become enduring testaments to his architectural genius as creator of a timeless ...
This text was developed with the practicing physician in mind, however, it will be of considerable interest to the virologist, pharmacologist, chemist and all scientists interested in antiviral agents. Progress in the field of antiviral development is now moving rapidly and there is hope that one day there will be successful treatment modalities ...
Achieve higher returns with lower risk and take your profits globally. A leading hedge fund trader offers a solid and profitable trading approach to the world markets. "This is the best stock market book that I have read in a long time. Boucher lays it out clearly, concisely, and in a most interesting manner. A 'must read' for anyone who invests ...
An exploration of how a nuclear power plant generates electricity. Other topics covered include the safety issues associated with nuclear power, the problem of nuclear waste, and the future of nuclear power. Illustrated with color photographs.
Excerpts from thirty-two of Food First's best publications provide an integrated overview of the world food system, the U.S. role in that system, how global politics affect hungry people, and the impact of the free market.
"What was it about Ruth that drew me back, year after year, for almost three decades?" Sandy Boucher asks herself early in Dancing in the Dharma. Delving into Denison's dramatic and sometimes tragic past, Boucher examines the life of this beloved and controversial teacher to try to understand what shaped her and informed her teaching. In the ...
This book highlights the sculpture associated with the Baroque style of art and architecture, which flourished in Europe from around 1550 to 1700. These works are characterized by elaborate ornamentation and intense emotion on a large scale. Boucher includes examples of works by Stefano Maderno, Francesco Mochi, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini for their ...
A great birdwatching journal for dedicated bird-lovers, this volume contains oversized pages with ample space for field notes on more than 700 North American birds. Includes color illustrations by John James Audubon, relevant quotes, and the latest information on each bird listed.
David Boucher uses the ideas of western philosophy's most significant thinkers to trace the history of political theory in international relations. He examines current conceptions, offering an alternative thematic interpretation of how the most significant thinkers in the Western tradition perceived relations between communities, nations, states, ...
"A comprehensive guide for operators, engineers, technicians, marketing staff, and systems managers, explaining the intricacies of designing, installing, and operating a cellular network. Although the volume explains both the theory and practice of cellular systems, it is structured in such a way that nontechnical readers can bypass mathematically ...
Sythesises the diverse scientific, clinical and bio-mechanical knowledge required to manage the edentulous predicament. This book analyses the sequelae of edentulism and provides a rationale for treatment with complete dentures. This knowledge base is also fundamental for alternative treatment modalities, such as implant-supported prostheses.
We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.
