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Medical Terminology For Dummies
Par Beverley Henderson, Jennifer L. Dorsey. 2025
Become fluent in the standardized language of all medical fields Medical Terminology For Dummies is a resource for current and…
prospective healthcare professionals who need to understand medical terms, from common to complex. This book clearly explains how to quickly identify, pronounce, define, and apply medical terms in a healthcare setting. You'll also find ideas for creating mind maps and games to help you study and retain the language of medicine. Pair those study tools with an understanding of the history and origins of key prefixes, suffixes, and roots, and you'll be confident in no time. This updated guide covers the 2022 updates to ICD-10 codes, and it includes added terminology related to public health and infectious diseases. Whatever healthcare field you're in, this book will serve as your glossary of terms and a gateway to future learning opportunities. Understand prefixes, roots, and suffixes, so you can confidently work out the meanings of complex terms Practice defining medical terms and get help memorizing key vocabulary elements Enhance your professional expertise in any healthcare setting Improve the safety and accuracy of medical communications All medical and healthcare related careers require some knowledge of medical terminology. Start off on the right foot—or brush up what you already know—with Medical Terminology For Dummies.
Generalized Linear Models: Problems with Censored, Missing, and Zero-inflated Data (ISTE Invoiced)
Par Jean-Francois Dupuy. 2025
Since they were first formulated in 1972, generalized linear models have enjoyed a veritable boom, with numerous applications in insurance,…
economics and biostatistics. Today, they are still the subject of a great deal of research. This book provides an overview of the theory of generalized linear models. Particular attention is paid to the problems of censoring, missing data and excess zeros. Didactic and accessible, Generalized Linear Models is illustrated with exercises and numerous R codes. With all the necessary prerequisites introduced in a step-by-step fashion, this book is aimed at students (at master's or engineering school level), as well as teachers and practitioners of mathematics and statistical modeling.
A History of North-Western Europe (Blackwell History of the World)
Par Robin Briggs. 2025
Concentrates solely on North-Western Europe, examines the crucial structural changes that shaped the modern world The History of North-Western Europe…
provides a broad account of the regions included in the modern states of France, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, and Great Britain. Offering a rigorous yet accessible analytical narrative of the centuries between the fall of the Roman Empire and the First World War, noted historian Robin Briggs examines the many forms of structural change that helped to create a distinctive North-Western European society. Organized chronologically into fourteen substantial chapters, the text covers major events and eras such as the Protestant Reformation, the rise of the fiscal-military state, and the scientific and industrial revolutions that combined to undermine traditional authority structures and generate new understandings of the world. The author also offers insights into the origins and development of the urban and industrial society that ultimately transformed the globe. Topics include the Carolingian dynasty, the rule of feudal lords and popes, the bubonic plague, the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, the Napoleonic wars, the Revolutions of 1848, the growth of nationalism and instability preceding the Great War, and much more. Stimulates readers to reflect in new ways on how the past is crucial to understanding the present Combines a coherent narrative with strong analyses of crucial developments at every stage of North-Western European history Explores the upheavals that shaped the social, religious, economic, and political landscape of the region Discusses how European naval, military, religious, and economic power was projected worldwide The History of North-Western Europe: From Late Antiquity to the First World War is an excellent textbook for undergraduate students in European History courses, as well as a valuable resource for general readers looking for a wide-ranging historical account of the countries of the region.
Compact and Flexible Microwave Devices
Par Amit Kumar Jain, Indrasen Singh, Dilip Kumar Choudhary, Manoj Kumar Singh. 2025
Compact and Flexible Microwave Devices will equip you with essential insights into the transformative potential of RF and microwave technologies,…
crucial for driving innovation in communication systems, wearables, and advanced industries. Microwave devices are an integral part of modern-day communication technology, present in everything from wireless internet connections to self-driving cars. This ever-evolving technology has the potential to revolutionize wearables, sensors, and 5G/6G networks. This volume explores the design and analysis of RF and microwave devices, including types of practical antenna design, antenna arrays, metasurfaces, and device-to-device communications. The innovative potential of microwave devices has the power to revolutionize everyday human life, providing more accurate and intuitive sensing to improve quality of life. Compact and Flexible Microwave Devices is a comprehensive guide to these ground-breaking technologies that introduces cutting-edge applications for integration with next-generation communication systems, the healthcare industry and Industry and Web 4.0.
Deliberative Democracy and Ecological Transition: The French Citizens' Convention for Climate (ISTE Invoiced)
Par Bernard Reber, Dimitri Courant. 2025
Democracies are struggling to respond to the climate crisis. One promising approach to the ecological transition is based on innovations…
involving panels of citizens drawn at random. Many countries have experimented with this form of deliberative democracy at national and local levels. These citizens’ assemblies formulate public policy proposals. The French Citizens' Convention for Climate is the largest in terms of size, duration and mandate. Thanks to a multi-disciplinary field survey involving around twenty researchers, this book provides an understanding of the complexity of this experience from several angles: procedures and processes; the identity and roles of its members; relationships with expertise and representatives; evaluation and comparison with other cases. Deliberative Democracy and Ecological Transition plays an important role in reflecting on an original practice of democratic innovation and its potential for fair governance of climate policies.
Financial Innovation for Global Sustainability
Par Mohd Afjal, Ramona Birau. 2025
Financial Innovation for Global Sustainability provides essential insight and practical strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of sustainable finance to…
demonstrate how FinTech can drive environmental sustainability and promote inclusive economic growth. Financial Innovation for Global Sustainability centers on the integration of financial technology (FinTech) with sustainable development and inclusive economic growth. This volume delves into how FinTech can be leveraged to promote environmental sustainability, enhance financial inclusion, and support equitable economic development. The content will explore various aspects of sustainable finance, including green finance, digital financial services, and the role of innovation in driving sustainability within the financial sector. A multi-disciplinary approach draws insights from finance, economics, technology, and environmental studies and features empirical research, case studies, theoretical analyses, and policy discussions. This book will not only discuss current trends and innovations in sustainable FinTech but critically analyze challenges, regulatory hurdles, and ethical considerations. In essence, the book will serve as a comprehensive resource on sustainable financial innovation, offering insights into how FinTech can be a catalyst for positive change in the global financial landscape. Sustainable FinTech sits at the intersection of financial innovation, environmental sustainability, and social equity, reflecting a broader shift in how industries and disciplines are evolving to address the complex challenges of the 21st century. Financial Innovation for Global Sustainability situates itself within this critical discourse, offering a comprehensive exploration of how FinTech can be harnessed to lead the charge towards a sustainable and inclusive future.
Smart Public Safety Video Surveillance System: Innovative Technologies for Homeland Security and Mission-Critical Operations (ISTE Invoiced)
Par Abdelhamid Mellouk, Said Hoceini, Abhishek Djeachandrane, Serge Delmas. 2025
In smart cities, video surveillance is essential for public safety, evolving beyond simple camera installations and centralized monitoring due to…
the overwhelming amount of footage that challenges human operators. To enhance anomaly detection, experts have developed sophisticated computer vision techniques that classify events as normal or abnormal. Smart Public Safety Video Surveillance System explores an end-to-end urban video surveillance system, which aims to address asymmetric threats through three key strategies: firstly, it employs a corrective signal called “task-specific QoE” that considers contextual factors; secondly, it utilizes machine learningdriven predictive systems and a method known as "similarity-based meta-reinforcement learning" for effective anomaly detection; and thirdly, it advocates for "zero-touch" self-management systems based on autonomous computing. This holistic approach ensures rapid adaptation and situational awareness, effectively meeting the demands of modern businesses and enhancing overall safety in dynamic urban environments.
Geographical Places in Transportation (ISTE Invoiced)
Par Jean-Baptiste Fretigny. 2025
In the entanglement of practices, protagonists, techniques and infrastructures that enable mobility, transportation places play a crucial role. While transportation…
is often approached through the prism of networks, Geographical Places in Transportation invites us to shift our focus toward the places that link transportation and facilitate the movements of people, objects and materials. Through the myriad activities that unfold there, transportation places play an active role in the interdependencies that shape our daily lives. This book looks at transportation production and experience sites as places–processes, where a considerable proportion of society’s challenges and the habitability of territories are at stake: ecological transition; social inequalities; roles of minorities and living beings; access to employment and other resources; role of atmospheres and ambiances; commercial strategies and security concerns; expansion of digital capitalism; and relations with both the near and the distant.
The Listeners: A Novel
Par Maggie Stiefvater. 2025
An Oprah Daily Best Summer Read of 2025 &“Maggie Stiefvater is an exceptional talent, and The Listeners is a marvel…
of storytelling. I really couldn&’t have loved it more.&” —Chris Whitaker, author of All The Colors of the Dark &“A novel that will remind readers of why they fell in love with reading in the first place.&” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review #1 New York Times bestselling novelist Maggie Stiefvater dazzles in this mesmerizing portrait of an irresistible heroine, an unlikely romance, and a hotel—and a world—in peril.January 1942. The Avallon Hotel & Spa has always offered elegant luxury in the wilds of West Virginia, its mountain sweetwater washing away all of high society&’s troubles.Local girl-turned-general manager June Porter Hudson has guided the Avallon skillfully through the first pangs of war. The Gilfoyles, the hotel&’s aristocratic owners, have trained her well. But when the family heir makes a secret deal with the State Department to fill the hotel with captured Axis diplomats, June must persuade her staff—many of whom have sons and husbands heading to the front lines—to offer luxury to Nazis. With a smile.Meanwhile FBI Agent Tucker Minnick, whose coal tattoo hints at an Appalachian past, presses his ears to the hotel&’s walls, listening for the diplomats&’ secrets. He has one of his own, which is how he knows that June&’s balancing act can have dangerous consequences: the sweetwater beneath the hotel can threaten as well as heal.June has never met a guest she couldn&’t delight, but the diplomats are different. Without firing a single shot, they have brought the war directly to her. As clashing loyalties crack the Avallon&’s polished veneer, June must calculate the true cost of luxury.
N or M?: A Tommy and Tuppence Mystery: The Official Authorized Edition (Tommy & Tuppence Mysteries #3)
Par Agatha Christie. 1941
Set during the dark days of World War II, Agatha Christie’s N or M? puts two most unlikely espionage agents,…
Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, on the trail of a pair of Nazi spies who have murdered Britain’s top agent.World War II is raging, and while the RAF struggles to keep the Luftwaffe at bay, Britain faces a sinister threat from “the enemy within”—Nazis posing as ordinary citizens.With pressure mounting, the intelligence service appoints two improbable spies, Tommy and Tuppence Beresford. Their mission: to seek out a man and a woman from among the colorful guests at Sans Souci, a seaside hotel. But this assignment is far from an easy stroll along the promenade—N and M have just murdered Britain’s finest agent and no one can be trusted.
Play a Lone Hand
Par Luke Short. 1950
A desperate man is caught in a range war in Oklahoma cattle country in this tale from a Western Heritage…
Trustees Award–winning author. Giff Dixon doesn&’t remember how he got to the town of Corazon. All he knows is that some cowboys found him way off the beaten path in Oklahoma cattle country, barely alive and carrying a belly full of buckshot. Now, he&’s broke, friendless, and at the end of his rope. Everything changes when, out of the blue, he&’s offered a job guiding a government expedition to investigate reports of homesteaders being forced off their land by the all-powerful Torreon Cattle Company. It seems an easy enough ride until Grady Sebree, the iron-fisted boss of Torreon, approaches Dixon. Sebree has a proposition: Keep him informed of what the government men are up to, and get a prime job after the dust settles. But Dixon isn&’t the kind to betray the men who gave him a chance for redemption. And soon enough, he finds himself caught in a brutal range war he never wanted—and has no choice but to finish . . . A winner of the Levi Strauss Golden Saddleman Award from the Western Writers of America, Luke Short was a master of the frontier epic. Play a Lone Hand is one of his most dramatic and engrossing tales.
Practical strategies to manage conflict in both personal and professional relationships Conflict is an unavoidable aspect of human existence, so…
it's vital to develop communication skills that will help you navigate these challenging moments. With The Conflict Resolution Playbook, you'll discover real-life solutions to everyday problems and develop communication skills that can help you make breakthroughs at work, improve your relationships at home, and lead to significant personal growth. You'll start by learning about conflict and the fundamental communication skills necessary for resolution. Then you can put that knowledge to use with clear-cut strategies for preventing conflicts, resolving them once they start, and dealing with common issues, such as gaslighting and bullying. Along the way, you'll gain a better understanding of conflict itself—where it comes from, why it cuts so deep, and how it can be of value. Improve your communication skills with: Back to the basics—Identify humankind's core psychological needs—identity, safety, care, autonomy, growth, and stimulation—and how they relate to conflict. Real-world advice—Learn to recognize different communication styles, collaborate on solutions, practice assertiveness, and more, through relatable scenarios and actionable strategies. The written word—Discover tips for avoiding or resolving common digital communication issues and boost your text-based communication skills. Learn how to improve your communication skills and develop the tools you need to navigate your way through any conflict.
Unleash your creativity by making your own all-natural soapMaking soap with all-natural ingredients lets you express your creative side while…
reducing chemicals in your cleansing routine, but where do you begin? This helpful resource for entry-level soap makers will demystify the process and show you how to bring nature and your own unique style into your everyday soaps.What sets The Natural Soapmaking Book for Beginners apart from other soap making books:Soap making basics—Learn all you need to know before making your first batch of soap, like the science behind what happens when you combine ingredients, helpful soap making terminology, and lists of all the supplies you'll need (including lye). This section also provides instructions for using natural colors and scents to make your soaps look and smell beautiful.Step-by-step tutorials—Dive into cold-process soap making and unlock your artistic abilities using simple guides for mixing, melting, and pouring, as well as instructions for creating silky smooth, layered, and embossed soaps.55+ all-natural soap recipes—This book will teach you to make a variety of soaps infused with natural herbs, oils, and milks, including a creamy Gentle Baby Soap, an antioxidant-rich Avocado and Shea Face Bar with Aloe, and a nourishing Goat Milk and Honey Shampoo Bar.Master the basic techniques you need to create luxurious soap and body care products with The Natural Soapmaking Book for Beginners.
Logan's Lady
Par Rosanne Bittner. 2019
Two worlds in conflict Two untamed hearts intertwined One love worth fighting forWealthy Englishwoman Lady Elizabeth Baylor longs for adventure.…
She leaves for America full of hope, only to lose everything to a villain hiding treachery behind his smile. Lost in this strange and lawless land, Elizabeth vows to track down the man who did her wrong…but she can't do it alone. What she needs is someone hardened by the west and unflinching toward its dangers: notorious bounty hunter Logan Best.Ill-mannered and seemingly ruthless, Logan exorcises his dark past by throwing himself into his vengeful profession?hunting wanted men. There's nothing about the pampered Englishwoman that should call to him, and yet as their adventure takes them across the wild and treacherous west, the lonely hunter realizes he'll do anything to keep her safe…and defend his Lady to his final breath.A sweeping, emotional historical western romance, perfect for fans of Jo Goodman and Leigh Greenwood!
Crockett of Tennessee: A Novel Based on the Life and Times of David Crockett
Par Cameron Judd. 1994
Finalist for the Spur Award: The thrilling adventures of an American icon come alive in this vivid and authentic retelling…
of his remarkable story From humble beginnings in rural Tennessee to his heroic death defending the Alamo, frontiersman, adventurer, and politician David &“Davy&” Crockett embodies the spirit and ideals of the national character. Even during his lifetime, tales of the sharpshooting, skilled woodsman were—to his delight—told, retold, and elaborated on. As a US congressman, the former Creek War militiaman steadfastly opposed President Andrew Jackson&’s Indian Removal Act. As a soldier, he made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for an independent Texas. Nearly two centuries after his untimely demise, he remains a legendary figure in American lore. In this fictional account of Crockett&’s life, author Cameron Judd offers a nuanced portrait of the man behind the myth. He depicts Crockett&’s triumphs as a hunter, cattle drover, warrior, and legislator in riveting detail and poignantly illustrates his subject&’s hardscrabble youth and complicated relationship with his father. Meticulously researched and rich in vibrant action, Crockett of Tennessee captures the charisma, ambition, and bravery of the man known as the &“King of the Wild Frontier.&”
Reckoning (The Ty Dawson Mysteries #3)
Par Baron Birtcher. 2023
Ty Dawson is a small-town sheriff with big-city problems, in this riveting crime thriller from the award-winning author of Fistful…
of Rain. As lawman, rancher, and Korean War veteran, Ty Dawson has his share of problems in the southern Oregon county he calls home. Despite how rural it is, Meriwether can&’t keep modernity at bay. The 1970s have changed the United States—and Meriwether won&’t be spared. A standoff looms when the US Fish & Wildlife Service seeks to separate longtime cattleman KC Sheridan from his water supply—ensuring the death of his livestock. If that&’s not enough trouble, a Portland detective is found dead in a fly-fishing resort cabin. Though the Portland police, including the victim&’s own partner, are eager to write off the tragedy as a suicide, Ty has his own thoughts on the matter—as well as evidence that points to murder. His suspicions soon mire him in a swamp of corruption that threatens nearly everyone around him. Turns out that greed and evil are contagious—and they take down men both great and small . . .Praise for the Ty Dawson Mysteries &“Combines the mystery and honesty of Craig Johnson&’s Longmire with the first-person narration of a fiercely independent Oregon character.&” —Sheila Deeth, author of John&’s Joy &“A masterful work of a time gone by . . . Ty Dawson is a cowboy, lawman, father and philosopher like none other.&” —Neal Griffin, Los Angeles Times–bestselling author of The Burden of Proof
Ride the High Lonesome (Outlaw Trail #1)
Par Rosanne Bittner. 2019
A man bent on revenge. A woman determined to survive. A land that knows no mercy.WELCOME TO THE OUTLAW TRAIL.When…
Kate Winters is left stranded in outlaw country, she knows she won't make it out alive…until she stumbles across a ruthless gang hanging a cowboy for his cattle. She waits until the outlaws are gone, desperate enough to claim the dead man's horse to make her escape—only to realize he's not dead after all.Those outlaws should have made damn sure Luke Bowden was good and gone. Now he vows he'll have his revenge no matter the cost. But they're miles away from the nearest town, and the woman who saved his hide won't survive the ride back. He owes her his life—he owes her everything—and it doesn't take long before he's faced with a choice: stand by his savior…or claim his revenge?All the best western historical novels are full of: brave heroes and romantic outlaws, gunfights and a desperate bid for survival, a dusty trail and a land that stretches on to meet the horizon…
The Complete Guide to Pressure Canning: Everything You Need to Know to Can Meats, Vegetables, Meals in a Jar, and More
Par Diane Devereaux - The Canning Diva. 2018
Your simple, step-by-step resource to safely canning and preserving foods at homeFrom soups and stews to broths and beans and…
entire meals in a jar, pressure canning is a time-honored craft that allows you to safely and affordably preserve the food your family loves to eat. Written by The Canning Diva® Diane Devereaux, The Complete Guide to Pressure Canning delivers everything you need to get started.A breakdown of the basics—Find essential information about choosing the right tools and ingredients and preparing the recipes safely. You'll even find two practice recipes to get you started.80+ recipes—Learn how to make a wide range of delicious and nutritious canned fruits, veggies, meats, and legumes that will save you time, money, and help prevent food waste.Pressure canning charts—This book features quick-reference guides for safely canning different staple ingredients that include quantity, yield, jar size, processing time, and PSI.This canning book makes it simple to preserve and serve wholesome, nourishing foods that everyone will enjoy!
A Remarkable Rogue (Lords of the Armory #5)
Par Anna Harrington. 2022
In the dangerous and glittering world of Regency England, no one is safe until you know who to trust.Baroness Sydney…
Rowland has spent a lifetime keeping secrets. Now that the husband she despised is dead, she'll do anything to get her young son back and protect him however she can. And that includes risking her life when she's coerced into working for a revolutionary group determined to overthrow the government.Captain Nathaniel Reed has heard of Sydney's involvement with Scepter. He's determined to keep the secretive widow at arm's length despite the attraction that burns between them. But when she turns to him for help, nothing will stop him from coming to her aid…"Steamy and luscious. My favorite kind of historical!"—GRACE BURROWES, New York Times bestselling author, for Dukes Are Forever"A touching and tempestuous romance, with all the ingredients Regency fans adore."—GAELEN FOLEY, New York Times bestselling author, for Dukes Are Forever"Action, suspense, seduction."—Library Journal Starred Review for An Inconvenient Duke
The Promise of Lost Things
Par Helene Dunbar. 2022
*IPPY Award Silver Medalist Young Adult Fiction - GeneralA medium desperate to save his town, a grieving brother wanting revenge, and…
a girl who's decided to end ghosts once and for all, converge in the town of St. Hilaire, where the spirits of the dead roam the streets and there's no such thing as resting in peace.Russ Griffin has always wanted to be a fantastic medium. Growing up in the town of St. Hilaire, where most residents make their living by speaking to the dead, means there's a lot of competition, and he's always held his own. But Russ knows the town he loves is corrupt, and he's determined to save it before the sinister ruling body, The Guild, ruins all he's ever wanted.Willow Rogers is St. Hilaire royalty. An orphan, raised by The Guild, she's powerful and mysterious. But she has secrets that might change everyone's fate. She's done with St. Hilaire, done with helping spirits move on. She wants to end the cycle for good and rid the town of ghosts, even if that means destroying the only home she's ever known.Asher Mullen lost his sister, and his parents can't get over her death. They sought answers in St. Hilaire and were turned away. Now they want revenge. Asher is tasked with infiltrating the town, and he does that by getting to know Russ. The only problem is, he might be falling for him, which will make betraying him that much harder.Russ, Willow, and Asher all have their own agendas for St. Hilaire, but one thing's for certain, no one will be resting in peace.Perfect for readers looking for:ghost town booksyoung adult lgbt booksatmospheric storiesPraise for Prelude for Lost Souls:"Ghost story, love story, and mystery in equal measure, Helene Dunbar's Prelude for Lost Souls is filled with unforgettable characters who reveal the many ways a life can be haunted. Perfect for fans of The Raven Boys."—Lisa Maxwell, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Magician series"Dunbar invokes small-town intrigue and plentiful atmosphere with this haunting, romantic tale."—Publishers Weekly"A quietly compelling story."—Kirkus Reviews"Mesmerizing and haunting, Dunbar invites readers into a world of family secrets, anxious ghosts and a society's ruthless grasp for power that will leave you wanting more."—The Nerd Daily"Fantastic elements layered in with poignant, human moments of grief make this ghost story a solid sequel. "— Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (BCCB)