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North to danger
By Walt Morey, Virgil Burford. 1969
Nine lives: death and life in New Orleans
By Dan Baum. 2009
A multivoiced biography of a dazzling, imperiled city, told through the lives of nine characters and bracketed by two epic…
storms: Hurricane Betsy, which transformed New Orleans in the 1960s, and Hurricane Katrina, which nearly destroyed it. Baum shows us what was lost in the storm and what remains to be saved. Explicit strong language, descriptions of violence and explicit descriptions of sex. c2009.Navigating Nystagmus with your doctor: What You Need To Know
By Edie Ann Glaser. 2008
In this first comprehensive book written for the patient with nystagmus and those who care for them, the topics include…
What causes nystagmus, How to get a good diagnosis, How nystagmus affects daily vision, and What various treatments are available, including optical aids, vision therapy, drugs, and a review of the recently developed tenotomy procedure. Also covers surgery, and includes references for further study and an extensive glossary and index. 2008.Never say diet!: Discover Your Body's Inner Wisdom And Learn How To Use It
By Judy Toews, Nicole Parton. 2001
More than a decade ago, Registered Dietician-Nutritionist Judy Toews developed a science-based, non-diet approach to healthy living and weight management…
that hospitals and fitness centres began to use with impressive results. In this book, the authors show you how to listen to your body and ease your mind. 2001.Native peoples and cultures of Canada: an anthropological overview
By Alan D McMillan. 1988
A comprehensive overview of all the native groups of Canada -- Indian, Metis and Inuit. Describes their traditional ways of…
life from prehistoric times to the present issues of land claims and self-government. 1988.Mississippi solo: a river quest
By Eddy L Harris. 1988
A travelogue about the author's canoe trip down the Mississippi River, from its headwaters in Minnesota's Land of 10,000 Lakes…
to New Orleans. Includes the author's impressions, philosophical reflections, and personal recollections of a St. Louis childhood. Strong language. 1988.Meals that heal inflammation: embrace healthy living and eliminate pain, one meal at a time
By Julie Daniluk. 2011
Inflammation is on the rise - conditions such as allergies, skin disorders, asthma, heart disease, arthritis and any other condition…
ending in "itis" all have an inflammatory component. Daniluk outlines the six causes of inflammation and gets to the root of the pain we experience. She then shows how to build a healthy kitchen full of foods that will contribute to our well-being. Includes a nutrition guide, menu plan, and 130 recipes. c2011.Les vertus miraculeuses des agrumes
By Albert Mondor. 2013
"Voici un livre qui vous invite à découvrir les différentes facettes des agrumes. Leur histoire, leurs vertus médicinales et cosmétiques,…
mais surtout, des remèdes et produits de beauté maison, des conseils pour mieux les intégrer à votre alimentation quotidienne et de nombreux trucs qui vous permettront de faire de ces fruits miraculeux les incontournables alliés de votre santé et de votre quotidien! " -- 4e de couv.Les aliments pour rester jeune
By Jean Carper. 1997
Les plaisirs du stress
By Peter G Hanson, Françoise Gramet. 1987
Dans cet ouvrage, le docteur Hanson nous offre une occasion unique de faire le point sur notre qu'alite de vie…
et nous prouve que la sérénité sur les plans amoureux, personnel, professionnel et social peut fournir a quiconque la capacité de maitriser le stress et de le transformer en défi ou même en plaisir. 1987. Titre uniforme: Joy of stress.Living well with macular degeneration: practical tips and essential information
By Bruce P Rosenthal, Kate Kelly. 2001
A complete guide to macular degeneration, including information on the symptoms and causes of AMD; the latest research on medical…
treatments and vision rehabilitation; how diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes can help slow the progress of AMD; devices that aid readings, driving and other everyday activities; glossary and resource list. 2001.Life is a wheel: love, death, etc., and a bike ride across America
By Bruce Weber. 2014
Based on his series in the New York Times chronicling his cross-country bicycle trip, Weber shares his adventures from his…
solo ride across the USA. He made the trip over the summer and fall of 2011 - at the age of fifty-seven. He extols the pleasures of cycling and reflects on what happened on his adventure, in the world, in the country, and in his life. The story begins on the Oregon coast with a middle-aged man wondering what he's gotten himself into and ends in triumph on the George Washington Bridge, wondering how soon he might try it again. 2014.Listening for coyote: a walk across Oregon's wilderness
By William L Sullivan. 1988
While making a 1360-mile west-to-east walk through Oregon, Sullivan touches 18 wilderness areas and crosses mountain ranges. This daily journal…
tells about his solo walk as he scouts a route later recommended for the New Oregon Trail. Some strong language. 1988.Margaret Powell in America
By Margaret Powell. 1973
Macular degeneration: a patient's guide to treatment
By David Boyer, Homayoun Tabandeh. 2012
Retina specialists describe the risks, symptoms, diagnosis techniques, treatments, and emotional impact of macular degeneration. They explain the differences between…
the dry and wet versions of the disease, discuss hallucinations called Charles Bonnet syndrome, and assess available low-vision tools. c2012.Macular degeneration: the latest scientific discoveries and treatments for preserving your sight
By Robert D'Amato, Joan R Snyder, Michael J Potter. 2000
If you are among the millions of people around the world who suffer from age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), or if…
you care for someone who does, this book offers realistic hope and practical advice based on the latest medical research and personal experience. Dr. D'Amato, an ophthalmologist and pioneer in macular degeneration research, and Joan Snyder, a writer who has ARMD, explain what ARMD is, how it is diagnosed, and how it progresses. They also discuss the questions you need to ask when considering treatment, how to determine whether an alternative treatment could be harmful or helpful, and how to maintain your lifestyle while managing the challenges of ARMD. 2000.Macular degeneration: living positively with vision loss
By Betty Wason, James J McMillan. 1998
Macular degeneration: the complete guide to saving and maximizing your sight
By Lylas G Mogk, Marja Mogk. 1999
Describes the condition of age-related macular degeneration. Covers treatments and research, preventative measures, and useful tips for family and friends.…
Discusses coping with low vision, dealing with depression, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, visual rehabilitation programs, and sources for help. 1999." Ouvrage historique magistral, venant tout juste d'être traduit en français, qui retrace les moyens qu'ont pris les politiciens du…
19e siècle pour exterminer les peuples des Premières nations. L'historien James Daschuk y trace un portrait peu flatteur des bâtisseurs canadiens, à commencer par John A. Macdonald. Celui qu'on connaît comme le " Père de la Confédération " a joué un rôle actif dans le confinement dans les réserves, l'extermination des bisons et la distribution de viande avariée, tout en empochant des pots-de-vin pour " nettoyer " le territoire pour la construction du chemin de fer transcanadien. " -- 4e de couv.La méthode sans sucre: un programme en 12 semaines
By Kurt Mosetter, Wolfgang A Simon, Thorsten Probost, Anna Cavelius, Paulette Vanier. 2016
Ce livre, écrit par des experts en nutrition, explore notre dépendance au sucre ainsi que ses effets sur notre organisme…
et les problèmes de santé qu'il engendre. Dans un langage simple, les auteurs analysent les connaissances scientifiques actuelles, puis présentent un programme concis pour nous encourager à manger sainement. En plus du soutien et des conseils précieux qui y sont offerts, vous trouverez dans cet ouvrage une trentaine de recettes de pains, de confitures, de smoothies, de plats principaux et de desserts qui prouvent à merveille que l'absence de sucre n'équivaut pas à un manque de goût. Grâce à des astuces concrètes, vous apprendrez aussi comment utiliser les édulcorants naturels pour préparer des repas à la fois savoureux et équilibrés. Avec ce guide complet, vous pourrez enfin vous libérer pour de bon du sucre! 2016.