THE FIFTH DISCIPLINE FIELDBOOK is the practical how-to companion to Peter Senge's groundbreaking 1990's work THE FIFTH DISCIPLINE, in which he introduced and explained his concept of "the learning organization," an idea that greatly impressed the business community, especially those in management and organization. Senge believes that the company ...
While most books focus solely on the role of cholesterol in heart disease, "Reverse Heart Disease" now draws on new research that points to the surprising other causes. Two leading cardiologists draw on their collective fifty years of clinical cardiology research to show you how to combine the benefits of modern medicine, over-the-counter vitamins ...
This manual presents two full-length model AP exams in European History with questions answered and explained plus a 15-chapter summary of European history, from the era of the Italian Renaissance to the present day. Following each chapter are additional essay questions and multiple-choice questions with answers for practice and review. The author ...
Nora Roberts, writing as J.D. Robb, puts futuristic lieutenant Eve Dallas in a supernatural showdown with a most seductive criminal--a vampire. This never-before-published novella is featured in a collection of all-new tales of suspense, intrigue, and passion. Includes stories by Mary Blayney, Ruth Ryan Langan, and Mary Kay McComas. Original.
America Past and Present integrates the social and political dimensions of American history into one rich chronological narrative, providing students with a full picture of the scope and complexity of the American past. Writing in a lively narrative style by six award-winning historians, America Past and Present tells the story of all Americans- ...
Vividly written, this "scholarly examination . . . of the major events of the past" ("The Bookwatch") brings the outstanding breadth of scholarship and international scope of the larger "History of the World" within the grasp of every home, school, and library. Roberts brilliantly tells the story of the growing power of humans to remake the world ...
First time in print, these new stories of romance and magic are written by bestselling author Nora Roberts and three of her closest friends and popular romance authors in their own right, Jill Gregory, Ruth Ryan Langan and Marianne Willman. Here are four enchanting tales of castles, spells, and happily-ever-after.
One of the most extraordinary history bestsellers on the "Penguin" list, John Roberts' book has now been updated by Odd Arne Westad to make sure it keeps its amazing appeal to a new generation of readers. 'A stupendous achievement...the unrivalled World History for our day. It extends over all ages and all continents. It covers the forgotten ...
Roberts heads a list of four writers delivering love stories of magic, reincarnation, time travel, love spells, and ghosts. Roberts' "Ever After" follows a woman who journeys to an otherworldly land--and introduces a skeptical stranger to the magic powers of love. Also included are "Catch a Falling Star" by Jill Gregory, "The Curse of Castle ...
I am delighted that you have chosen to divide the chapters among specialists, as no single art historian can have the level of expertise required to thoroughly update a survey art today The new edition of Janson offers a fine introduction to the history of Western Art Michael Amy, Rochester Institute of Technology Janson's classic book was first ...
The book introduces readers to the history and civilization of ancient Greece in all its complexity and variety, from its first beginnings in the Bronze Age (c. 3000 BC) through the Hellenistic Era (c. 150 BC). Employing a truly balanced approach to history - integrating its political, military, social and cultural aspects - the authors show how ...
Comprehensive and balanced, this condensed version of the authors' highly successful book (Ancient Greece: A Political, Social, and Cultural History, OUP, 1998) introduces the history and civilization of ancient Greece in all its complexity and variety. It covers the entire period from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic Era, integrating the ...
Four beloved romance authors contribute to this collection of stories full of love, passion, and desire--each of which begins with a kiss. Contains "A World Apart" by Nora Roberts, "Impossible" by Jill Gregory, "Sealed with a Kiss" by Ruth Ryan Langan, and "Kiss Me, Kate" by Marianne Willman.
Appropriate for the non-major/allied health student, this authoritative text carefully explains the fundamentals of microbiology, providing a general overview of the principles followed by more detailed explanations. With its clear and concise writing style, "Microbiology: A Human Perspective" offers modern coverage on such topics as genomics, ...
Decius Caecilius Metellus the Younger has been enjoying an easy exile on Rhodes, banished by his family for his incorrigible trouble-making. But he is recalled to Rome when they suddenly have a need for his peculiar skills. Metellus Celer, head of a politically powerful family, has been poisoned, and the most likely candidate for the deed is his ...
Decius Caecilius Metellus the Younger has been enjoying an easy exile on Rhodes, banished by his family for his incorrigible trouble-making. But he is recalled to Rome when they suddenly have a need for his peculiar skills. Metellus Celer, head of a politically powerful family, has been poisoned, and the most likely candidate for the deed is his ...
The story of the ancient Greeks is one of the most improbable success stories in world history. A small group of people inhabiting a country poor in resources and divided into hundreds of quarreling states created one of the most remarkable civilizations. Comprehensive and balanced, A Brief History of Ancient Greece: Politics, Society, and Culture ...
Blackmail, corruption, treachery, murder--the glory that was Rome. In this Edgar Award-nominated mystery, John Maddox Roberts takes readers back to a Rome filled with violence and evil. Vicious gangs ruled the streets of Crassus and Pompey, routinely preying on plebeian and patrician alike, so the garroting of a lowly ex-slaved and the ...
Psychiatric rehabilitation refers to community treatment of people with mental disorders. Community treatment has recently become far more widespread due to deinstitutionalization at government facilities. This book is an update of the first edition's discussion of types of mental disorders, including etiology, symptoms, course, and outcome, types ...
The four "New York Times" bestselling authors of "Once Upon a Kiss"--Nora Roberts, Jill Gregory, Ruth Ryan Langan, and Marianne Willman--contribute all-new tales of magic, fantasy, and romance to this quartet of short stories. Original.
In this accurate and evocative series, ancient Roman politics are as driven as in any modern American city--possibly even more. After a series of wild adventures, Decius Caecilius Metellus must now smoke out corruption and conspiracy that threaten to destroy all of Rome.
Witches, werewolves, and warriors are among the otherworldly stars of this supernatural romantic anthology, written by the four bestselling authors responsible for the "Once Upon" series of magically-themed romantic novella collections (ONCE UPON A KISS, ONCE UPON A CASTLE, ONCE UPON A MIDNIGHT, etc.).
The American Congress provides the most insightful, up-to-date treatment of congressional politics available in an undergraduate text. Informed by the authors' Capitol Hill experience and nationally-recognized scholarship, The American Congress presents a crisp introduction to all major features of Congress: its party and committee systems, ...
For courses in the History of Art. Completely rewritten and reorganized, this groundbreaking edition weaves together the most recent scholarship, the most current thinking in art history, and the most innovative digital art library. Experience the new Janson and re-experience the history of art. Long established as the classic and seminal ...
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