Ken and Yetta Goodman’s professional work has been a lifelong collaboration, informed by shared philosophical strands. An overarching goal has been to provide access for all children to literacy and l
This book explores sociology and psychology relevant to nursing and explains why it is so important to understand these disciplines in order to be a good nurse. It is written specifically for nursing
This book explores sociology and psychology relevant to nursing and explains why it is so important to understand these disciplines in order to be a good nurse. It is written specifically for nursing
An up-to-date synthesis of the spread and impact of humanism in Europe. A team of Renaissance scholars of international reputation including Peter Burke, Sydney Anglo, George Holmes and Geoffrey Elton
Female genital plastic surgery has become an increasingly sought after option for women seeking “improvement” in genital appearance, relief from discomfort, and increased sexual pleasure. These surger
The need for an engaging and easily understandable guide to ancient mathematics in early civilizations is apparent. Addressing challenges for a nontechnical audience, this book provides a captivating
This book discusses statistical methods that are useful for treating problems in modern optics, and the application of these methods to solving a variety of such problems. The text covers the necessar
More than three decades of economic growth have led to significant social change in the People’s Republic of China. This timely book examines the emerging structures of class and social stratification
More than three decades of economic growth have led to significant social change in the People’s Republic of China. This timely book examines the emerging structures of class and social stratification
An introduction to child psychiatry which draws on clinical experience as well as the latest research findings. Child Psychiatry includes many practical tips on successful assessment and treatment tec
Rehabilitating and Resettling Offenders in the Community is a significant examination of the historical development of work with offenders and their treatment by the state and society. It offers uniqu
Rehabilitating and Resettling Offenders in the Community is a significant examination of the historical development of work with offenders and their treatment by the state and society. It offers uniqu
A definitive guide to growing your business through "Engagement Marketing"As a small business owner, you know how to draw in customers. Yet you know you could do more to expand word-of-mouth and bring
Strategies and tools to live debt free The world of borrowing and debt management has changed dramatically, leaving people confused about how best to secure their financial future. This book is the on
Excellent customer service does not come about by accident. It is a learnable set of behaviors that can be monitored, measured, and managed. Drawing from his highly successful seminars and training pr
Provides a concrete understanding of the basic facts and experiences relating to the different behavior of rock types in engineering construction. Geological fundamentals are developed in a practical
Provides new ways for both researchers and managers to think about technology's role in people's organizational lives, showing its impact on individuals, groups, and the organization as a whole. Inclu
Introduces a new approach to rock mechanics called ``block theory,'' which formalizes procedures for selecting proper shapes and orientations for excavations in hard jointed rock. Applies block theory
Provides ways to design, manage, and maintain more useful work groups--including labor-management committees, staff meetings, advisory groups, and policy committees. In eleven original chapters, revie
Succeeding as a leader in the organization requires a special set of management skills and competencies. Organizations are being restructured and redesigned to be lean, flexible, and adaptable to chan
