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What begins as celebration gives way to betrayal, shattering the trust between two families&“Exquisitely crafted.&” —John Irving &“Masterly…Ranges from the…
most exquisite, Jamesian discriminations to the graspable, all-American solidities of Updike and Richard Yates. This is a writer to watch, with excitement and the highest expectations.' —John Banville&“Wonderful, sly and subtle…Every sentence keeps you hanging in the air, waiting for the next punch to the gut. Wow.&”—Miranda Cowley Heller "In the way that a forceful intelligence or an infectious voice or a fresh vision can alter how we observe and answer the world, Among Friends brought me into its cool environs and made me engage my days differently. It's no small accomplishment for a first novel, or for any novel." —Richard FordIt&’s an autumn weekend at a comfortable New York country house where two deeply intertwined families have gathered to mark the host&’s fifty-second birthday.Together, the group forms an enviable portrait of middle age. The wives and husbands have been friends for over thirty years, their teenage daughters have grown up together, and the dinners, games, and rituals forming their days all reflect the rich bonds between them.This weekend, however, something is different. An unforeseen curdling of envy and resentment will erupt in an unspeakable act, the aftermath of which exposes treacherous fault lines upon which they have long dwelt.Written with hypnotic elegance and molten precision, and announcing the arrival of a major literary talent, Hal Ebbott&’s Among Friends examines betrayal within the sanctuary of a defining relationship, as well as themes of class, marriage, friendship, power, and the things we tell ourselves to preserve our finely made worlds.
From multi Grammy-award winning artist and songwriter Victoria Monét comes a lyrical picture book that's perfect for children with separation…
anxiety, while also offering some healing for hard working parents.I&’ll always be your moon You&’ll always be my starJust keep me in your heart and I&’ll be everywhere you areIn this melodic picture book from chart-topping musical sensation Victoria Monét, a gentle moon comforts a young star as night ends and they separate. Paired with the whimsical and imaginative art of Alea Marley, Everywhere You Are reminds us that even when someone isn&’t right next to us, their love still carries on in our hearts.
There are four forces in our universe. Two act only at the very smallest scales and one only at the…
very biggest. For everything inbetween, there is electromagnetism. The theory of electromagnetism is described by four gloriously simple and beautiful vector calculus equations known as the Maxwell equations. These are the first genuinely fundamental equations that we meet in our physics education and they survive, essentially unchanged, in our best modern theories of physics. They also serve as a blueprint for what subsequent laws of physics look like. This textbook takes us on a tour of the Maxwell equations and their many solutions. It starts with the basics of electric and magnetic phenomena and explains how their unification results in waves that we call light. It then describes more advanced topics such as superconductors, monopoles, radiation, and electromagnetism in matter. The book concludes with a detailed review of the mathematics of vector calculus.
Welcome back to Assassins Anonymous, the only twelve-step group where joining can be deadly.When Astrid, known in her assassin days…
as Azrael, stopped showing up to Assassins Anonymous, the group assumed her past had caught up with her. Only her sponsor Mark, formerly the deadliest killer in the world, holds out hope that she&’s okay. Then, during a meeting, the group gets a sign, or rather, a pizza delivery. Is there another psychopath out there who actually likes olives on their pizza, or is Astrid trying to send Mark a message?Meanwhile, Astrid wakes up in the cell of a black site prison, on a remote island. A doctor subjects her to mysterious experiments, plumbing the depths of her memory and looking for a vital clue from her past. She&’ll do anything to escape, except…killing anyone. Hmm. Turns out it&’s not easy to blow this joint without blowing anything, or anyone up.
Meet the toucan in this clever, funny, and informative nonfiction picture book, part of a series that focuses on endangered species.&“Wild,…
fun, and truly eye-opening, Meet the Wild Things gets us up close and personal with some of the world's most amazing creatures. With this series, Hayley and John Rocco are doing more than entertaining our kids—they&’re inspiring them to care about the future of our planet.&” —Brad Meltzer, bestselling author of the Ordinary People Change the World seriesDid you know a toucan's bill is four times the size of its head? But you might be surprised by how lightweight and strong it is.And did you know that toucans use their bills to keep cool when it's hot outside, by increasing blood flow from the rest of their body to maintain the perfect temperature? You can't get much cooler than that.But did you also know the toucan is endangered and needs our help? With humans chopping down rainforests and taking toucans from their homes to make them pets, these unique birds need our protection more than ever.Chock-full of amazing, kid-friendly facts and inviting artwork from the #1 New York Times bestselling, Caldecott Honoree illustrator of Blackout, the Meet the Wild Things series introduces young readers to endangered animals from around the globe, told from the points of view of the animals themselves.
For readers of modern poetry and self-reflection, Love, Loss and Everything In Between offers a powerful exploration of healing, resilience,…
and self-discovery in the face of life&’s most profound changes.In Love, Loss and Everything In Between, author Nicole Loher offers a moving collection of poetry and prose that captures the essence of self-discovery amid life&’s most profound transformations. After experiencing the heartbreak of a two-year divorce while completing a Master&’s degree during the pandemic, Loher found herself lost, questioning her identity, her self-worth, and her ability to love again. With deep empathy and raw honesty, this collection guides readers through the intense emotions that arise in times of transition, providing a sanctuary for those on similar healing paths. Loher&’s work, influenced by her personal journey, resonates with anyone who has navigated love and loss in a challenging world. Through evocative language and introspective prose, she explores themes of identity, resilience, and renewal. Each piece reveals glimpses of hope and strength, reminding readers that even in the darkest times, we can find beauty, connection, and the courage to move forward. With over 50 poems and essays, Love, Loss and Everything In Between serves as both a comforting companion and a powerful reminder of our shared humanity. Readers looking for inspiration, solace, and empowerment will turn to this collection time and again as they journey toward self-acceptance, healing, and—ultimately—renewed love.
Grow Healthier as You Grow Older is a personal look at the history of the fitness revolution, a guide for…
preventive health and fitness to improve the quality and quantity of your life, and an inspirational account of Dr. Kenneth Cooper&’s lifelong dedication to the mission of serving others.These days, workouts come in a wide variety, from hot yoga to HIIT (high intensity interval training) classes, pickleball to hip-hop dance. Exercise can be used in three ways: for rest and relaxation, for muscle-building and figure-contouring, and for cardiorespiratory fitness. All three have merit but only one can protect you from disease and prolong your life, and that is exercise for cardiorespiratory fitness—or, as most people call it: cardio. Walking, running, cycling, swimming, dancing, tennis, dancing—anything that gets your heart rate up and causes you to increase your oxygen intake over a certain period of time. Our survival depends on our ability to take in oxygen and deliver it efficiently to every area of the body. Dr. Kenneth Cooper&’s work as a pioneering researcher and preventive medicine physician has proven the benefits of aerobic exercise and how physiological changes in the body positively impact your overall health—plus make you feel good. Learning to follow his 8 Steps to Get Cooperized™ may be the way to make you healthy again, as it could the entire world, and help extend your life by as much as 10 years. Even minimal improvements—such as going from being totally inactive to exercising just 30 minutes a day, most days per week—are enough to drastically alter the course of a person&’s life. Reduce your risk of Alzheimer&’s and dementia, chronic kidney disease, congestive heart failure, and certain types of cancer by moving more. Today, at age 94, after practicing and teaching the value of preventive medicine, Dr. Cooper continues to think about new ways of doing things, new ways of presenting and studying data, new ways of looking at prevention. Take a deep dive inside the mind of an icon. He&’s done the research for you. Now it&’s your choice to become healthier sooner than later.
Colleagues and former students of Gregory Schopen honor his path-breaking contributions to Buddhist studies with these articles on the early…
Mahayana, the monastic codes, and Buddhism&’s art-historical and epigraphical remains.This volume honors the profoundly transformative influence of Gregory Schopen&’s many contributions to Buddhist studies. Eighteen articles by former students and colleagues focus on the areas of Schopen&’s most noteworthy influence: the study of the Mahayana, particularly of its early sutra literature; the study of Vinaya, especially the narratives accompanying the rules for monks and nuns; and the study of Buddhist epigraphy and art history. Contributors demonstrate the ongoing significance of Schopen&’s scholarship, including his very first article, on the cult of the book in the early Mahayana, published fifty years ago. Schopen has repeatedly shown how the study of Buddhism has too often focused on scriptures and normative doctrines and not enough on the practical ideas and contexts that significantly impacted the lives of actual Buddhists. He sought to reveal these lived concerns in the massive trove of Buddhist inscriptions, which often expose the habits and ideas of the tradition&’s most prominent donors (many of whom were monastics), as well as the everyday concerns of monks and nuns, whose views did not always dovetail with canonical sources. Even in his treatment of canonical sources, Schopen has shown that the standard portrait of a Buddhist monk or nun fails to match a careful reading of their law codes—his work on the Mulasarvastivada-vinaya has required scholars to substantially reimagine the legal and ritual obligations, as well as the economic concerns, that preoccupied the minds of Buddhist jurists. Schopen has, in essence, brought the Buddha down to earth, revealing that this is precisely where most Indian Buddhists encountered him. The contributions in this celebratory volume reflect this legacy and Schopen&’s considerable impact on our understanding of Buddhists in India.
In today's multigenerational workforce, supporting employee caregivers isn't just compassionate-it's essential for sustainability and success.When your employees assume caregiving roles…
outside of the workplace, it affects staff retention and attention, and therefore, your bottom line. As more and more people live longer and with myriad health limitations, many businesses have failed to keep pace. It's imperative to put proper infrastructure in place to support caregiving employees. Eldercare: Helping Businesses Support Employees Who Are Caregivers seeks to help employers cope with the complex situations arising for those who need to care for their aging loved ones. It offers practical advice, including: Why it is important for businesses to know the facts about caregiving The financial effects for employees The rules and guidelines of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) How your business can help its employees External help and resources Safeguard employee retention and a healthy workplace culture while ensuring continued profitability by providing resources and benefits to your caregiving employees. Help them manage the overwhelm of balancing caregiving and work, and you will both thrive.
In this uplifting debut memoir—perfect for fans of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and readers of Brené Brown or Mel Robbins—Deb…
Miller discards the myth of Prince Charming once she realizes he can&’t get her to happily ever after. So, she gets on the white horse herself, safely straps her kids on behind her, and figures out how to get there on her own.Forget the Fairy Tale and Find Your Happiness is part personal growth guide, part motivational memoir, and all heart. When Deb&’s college sweetheart can&’t deliver the fairy tale she expected, she takes charge and writes a new one. Her passion for tennis opens unexpected doors—from motherhood and midwestern housewife life to global marketing exec. Along the way to pursuing a better life for her children and chasing her own version of fulfillment, she experiences the turbulence of divorce and the thrill of reinvention. Through it all, Deb draws rich parallels with the evolving Disney princesses—from Snow White to Moana—who, like her, break free of outdated roles and embrace self-discovery, resilience, and independence. This empowering story challenges societal expectations for women and encourages readers to rewrite their happily ever after and be their own hero. Whether you're navigating single parenting, pursuing your own transformation, or simply craving an inspiring story of self-help and second chances, Forget the Fairy Tale is your permission slip to take control of your narrative—and find joy on your own terms.
Renowned DEA agents Chris Feistl and Dave Mitchell tell the incredible true story of how they helped dismantle the world&’s…
single most powerful crime syndicate, as featured in Season 3 of the hit Netflix series Narcos.By the early 1990s, Colombia&’s Cali cartel had become what the former head of the DEA Thomas Constantine referred to as &“The biggest and most powerful crime syndicate in history.&” Responsible for nearly 85% of the cocaine that reached U.S. soil and 90% worldwide, they were untouchable, earning billions of dollars all while maintaining their reputation as &‘The Godfathers of Cali&” and brazenly corrupting thousands of Colombian authorities and government officials, even &“buying&” the outcome of the 1994 presidential election. In 1994, the DEA sent young operatives Chris Feistl and Dave Mitchell to Colombia with one formidable task: help Colombian authorities take down the ruthless leaders of the brutal Cali cartel. Not any easy job for two men who looked more like tall, lanky surfers than DEA agents: standing well over six feet tall and only six years removed from the DEA Academy, they were the epitome of conspicuous in a city where most residents rarely, if ever, saw an American in person. Many of their colleagues feared for their safety, openly questioning their ability to blend in. Their almost three-year journey would lead them from the bureaucratic halls of the U.S. Embassy to the violent streets of Cali and deep into its rural sugar cane fields, on high alert day and night as they dodged deadly cartel assassins and oftentimes worked unilaterally to battle the unprecedented corruption within Colombia&’s security forces. Over time their relentless efforts began to slowly degrade the godfathers&’ defenses and weaken their infrastructure.
One of Zibby's Most Anticipated Books of 2025 Midlife Private Parts is a soulful and revealing collection of essays that…
explore the many facets of this transformative time in life. Each story sheds light, with humanity and good humor, on what it really feels like to move through the world as a midlife woman and beyond.Whether it&’s sexual pleasure, midlife reinvention, menopause, friendship, redefining style at a certain age, dating after divorce, feeling invisible, or simply being in the last place you ever thought you&’d be, you&’ll feel seen in these essays that acknowledge the changes and challenges but capture the power, freedom and confidence that comes with age. Told through the eyes of contemporary women writers, authors, and creatives, each shares a story of coming to terms with aging and confronting the unexpected moments that define midlife. In their candid personal narratives, you will find connection, validation, promise, and inspiration. If you are craving community, Midlife Private Parts will be akin to a safe haven where you will feel seen, heard, and understood. A place where women are empowered to age boldly and unapologetically.
A compelling narrative about a pioneering woman&’s connection to wild rivers as a whitewater world champion, and how the journey…
heals past and current childhood trauma. Alternating between two time periods, Risk is about Sue Norman&’s journey as a pioneer in international whitewater kayaking and rafting competition. Outdoor adventure helped the author cope with the trauma of her mother&’s diagnosis of acute multiple sclerosis when she was five, which rapidly forced her family into poverty and separation. As an adult, Sue was thrust into becoming a first-time parent after menopause to her four-year-old nephew. Her nephew's early years were spent with biological parents who struggled with addiction and mental illness. Does Sue have what it takes to parent a child considered to be at risk? Risk explores how pursuing &“good risk&” through adventure can help one escape, and face, their fears.
"Jake Brown puts the songwriter in the spotlight." —Billboard Country Here are the untold stories behind country&’s most influential songs…
from the tunesmiths themselves—featuring interviews with Jelly Roll, Taylor Swift cowriters Liz Rose and Lori McKenna, Luke Combs cowriter Drew Parker, Morgan Wallen hit writer Josh Thompson, chart-toppers Clint Black and Vince Gill, legends and trendsetters like the late Merle Haggard and Kinky Friedman, Americana troubadour Jim Lauderdale, and song crafters with scores in film and television like A Star Is Born Oscar nominees Hillary Lindsey and Natalie Hemby and Songland judge Shane McAnally.Songs of Nashville is a look inside the lives and work of the artists who&’ve shaped Nashville and the sound of country. It reveals the emotional fuel, melodic and lyrical science, and pure magic of the Music Row hitmaking machine. Through in-depth profiles and conversations, country artists reveal the birth stories of the songs you know and love—and some you may not, but you definitely should!—from spontaneous moments of inspiration to the chemistry of collaboration. Songs of Nashville is a must-read to discover the secrets of the creative process and the enduring power of storytelling that makes country music timeless.
This book illustrates recent advances in Neural Artificial Intelligent Theories and Applications discussed by selected papers presented at 30th edition…
of the International Workshops on Neural Network (WIRN 2023). The book discusses novel technologies for unsupervised multimodal complex autonomous systems using new generation of AI algorithms. The book also reports on advanced acoustical, perceptual, and psychological analysis of verbal and non-verbal communication of signals originating in spontaneous face-to-face interaction, automatic procedures capable of recognizing human emotional states, and applications improving the performance of human–machine interaction for the deployment of socially and emotionally believable assistive technologies.
Dieser praktische Leitfaden zeigt alternative Karrieremöglichkeiten für Forscher in den Lebenswissenschaften jenseits der akademischen Laufbahn auf. Verfasst von aktiven Fachleuten…
mit praktischer Erfahrung bietet das Buch einen umfassenden Überblick über nicht-akademische Rollen und die vielen verfügbaren Karrierewege. In unserer Ausbildung in den Lebenswissenschaften durchlaufen viele von uns eine klassische akademische Ausbildung, die uns auf die Durchführung von universitärer Forschung vorbereitet. Allerdings landen nur 20-30 % der Studierenden in festen akademischen Positionen. Der Rest verlässt das Feld aufgrund der herausfordernden Bedingungen und fehlender gesicherter Anstellung. Da sich das Gebiet weiterhin ausdehnt und diversifiziert, wachsen auch die Chancen für die berufliche Entwicklung außerhalb der traditionellen Wege. Es gibt eine steigende Nachfrage nach qualifizierten Experten, um verschiedene Stellen in der Industrie, der Regierung und anderen Sektoren zu besetzen. Hier finden Sie Anleitungen, wie Sie Ihre wissenschaftliche Erfahrung optimal nutzen können, um in den verschiedenen Rollen erfolgreich zu sein. Darüber hinaus wird die Vorbereitung Ihres Lebenslaufs (CV), Anschreibens und Ihrer sozialen Medien (LinkedIn) behandelt. Interviews mit ausgewählten Persönlichkeiten aus verschiedenen Bereichen bieten einzigartige Einblicke in Lebenswege mit echtem praktischem Bezug. Schließlich berät dieses Werk Universitäten und akademische Einrichtungen, wie ein entsprechendes Bildungsmodell in ihre Lehrpläne integriert werden könnte, um zukünftigen Absolventen der Lebenswissenschaften ein umfassendes Spektrum ihrer Möglichkeiten zu bieten.
Der vorliegende Band beinhaltet Ergebnisse der gleichnamigen Tagung, die im Jahr 2019 an der Universität Paderborn ausgerichtet wurde. Sie hatte…
zum Ziel, unterschiedliche Vorstellungen von Heil und Unheil unter religiösen und säkularen, kulturellen und technischen Standpunkten zu eruieren und zu analysieren. Hierfür wurde von der Prämisse ausgegangen, dass Heils- wie Unheilserwartungen zu keinem Zeitpunkt ausschließlich Ausdruck einer religiösen Gottesfurcht waren, sondern auch profaner bzw. weltlicher Natur sein konnten. Zu den säkularen Glaubensformen zählt z. B. der vielfach diskutierte Glaube an den medizinischen und technischen Fortschritt als irdische ,Heilsbringer’. Die Grundannahme der Tagung ermöglichte ein vielfältiges Spektrum an Deutungskulturen in unterschiedlichen Glaubensrichtungen, in den Geschichts- und Sozialwissenschaften, in der Medizin und der Pädagogik. In ihren Beiträgen diskutieren die Referent*innen Utopien und Dystopien, säkulare Erlösungsstrategien und nicht zuletzt die Versprechen des Transhumanismus.
This essential book, amid the rapid shift toward hybrid imaging, empowers radiographers, technologists and practitioners to build on solid fundamentals,…
strengthen patient care, and refine advanced techniques. Uniqueness: This book provides a comprehensive perspective on hybrid imaging and patient management, offering insights not only from physicians and radiographers but also from other key professionals, such as physicists, psychologists, and other interdisciplinary experts. Specifically tailored for radiographers—yet equally valuable for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of hybrid imaging technology and techniques—it fills a critical void in current educational resources. Structured Approach: Organized into eighteen chapters, the book offers a clear, methodical framework that starts with foundational concepts to introduce the reader to the subject and builds progressively toward more advanced topics, including specialized skills and patient-centered imaging practices. It is an excellent reference for professionals at any stage of their career, from beginners to experts. Target Audience: Designed for radiographers, students, residents, and practitioners exploring cutting-edge hybrid imaging technologies, this text bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge of instrumentation and its real-world application in both daily practice and patient care. Filling a gap: By comprehensively covering both hybrid imaging and patient management from a radiographer&’s perspective, this textbook serves as an indispensable educational resource. It equips readers with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the growing demand for expertise and advanced, patient-tailored imaging in this dynamic field.
This current textbook provides residents, fellows, and surgeons with an interest in fracture care with the key aspects of, and…
considerations for, common orthopedic trauma cases. Divided into thematic sections and arranged anatomically, each procedure is described in detail, focusing on patient positioning and the exact steps required to complete each procedure, including traumatic fracture management, external fixation techniques and periprosthetic fractures. To supplement the written step-by-step descriptions, plentiful radiography and intraoperative photos are included to further explain and demonstrate critical or complex steps. Additionally, practical tips by the Harvard orthopedic faculty, and tricks that they have learned over their lifetimes in this field and by treating large numbers of patients, are highlighted. Often, the education of orthopedic surgery residents is based upon the trust and confidence level that develops between an orthopedic attending and his or her resident. Provided with crucial information for a surgical procedure as well as background information, the level of trust and thereby education should increase exponentially. Junior or senior residents and even consultants frequently refer to handbooks prior to surgically treating patients, which provide easily accessible, concise information. Only a few books exist that detail the steps that meticulously describe surgical tips and tricks for orthopedic trauma cases. While geared mainly toward residents, attendings and senior medical students in orthopedics and orthopedic traumatology, Operative Techniques in Orthopedic Trauma is a valuable resource for allied health professionals, including NPs and PAs.
This book offers a comprehensive examination of the concept, technical framework, and progression of product reliability in the manufacturing industry.…
It provides in-depth insights into the theories and technologies surrounding reliability analysis and optimization in manufacturing, including both mechanical and electronic component manufacturing and assembly processes.With a practical focus, the book features real-world case studies from the industry to illustrate the theories and concepts presented. The book also includes clear tables and presentations to help readers compare various methods and understand the technical systems involved in analyzing, improving, and controlling reliability in the manufacturing process.The authors have developed new tools to address reliability challenges in the production process and provide a comprehensive theoretical and methodological foundation to guide reliability analysis and optimization. The book is aimed at professional researchers, engineering executives, and personnel, as well as design and production technicians in the fields of quality and reliability engineering. It also serves as a useful reference for technicians and scholars working on solving reliability problems and enhancing quality in the manufacturing industry.