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By Tito Lopes, John Monaghan, Paul Hilton. 2018
Surgery is a core element of the clinical practice of gynaecology Bonney s Gynaecological Surgery has been a firm…
favourite for gynaecological surgical practice since 1911 Specifically tailored for trainees in obstetrics and gynaecology the text focuses on the most commonly performed procedures The 12th edition will include a colour photo section With greater emphasis on fundamental clinical skills and major updates on laparoscopic and robotic surgery as well as a new chapter on medico-legal matters this classic text will be brought right up to date for the current trainee or junior consultant physician Each chapter follows a consistent plan guiding the reader through each procedure from anatomy and indications to post-op considerations and complications The text is also accompanied by surgical illustrations of unparalleled quality ensuring that this volume will remain a valuable resource for all clinicians specializing in gynaecological surgeryBy Judi Edmans, Jenny Preston. 2016
An introductory, comprehensive textbook covering all aspects of the occupational needs of clients with neurological conditions. Written from an occupational…
perspective and for the needs of occupational therapists and their clients Ideal for students and newly qualified practitioners to provide them with an overview of this key area of practice Includes case studies to place material within the context of practice Officially endorsed by the College of Occupational TherapistsBy Nirmal Rao. 2015
Do you feel burdened by the unrelenting urge to always feel useful and helpful Do you worry for…
others to the point of suffocating them Or do you know someone who knowingly or unknowingly acts like oxygen on legs for everyone in their life This is what happens when as a culture we are trained to deny our own needs and pay more attention to the needs of others This can be extremely exhausting and self-violating When Being Too Nice Becomes A Vice written by Nirmal Yadav deals with the delicate subject of the helper needing help in a precise and in-depth manner It s about taking our normal human concern too far crossing others boundaries or allowing others to cross yours Nirmal Yadav a trained counsellor with an experience of over twenty-five years through the course of this book provides some eye-opening insights into self-sacrificing behavioural patterns and the excessive guilt surrounding self-care issues She also talks about why it is important to help yourself before helping anyone else This work ably guides and shows how we can transform the painful patterns of co-dependence i e dependence on others and approval seeking behaviour live a more meaningful and joyful life and learn to love ourselvesBy Thich Nhat Hanh. 1976
A new gift edition of the classic guide to meditation and mindfulness, featuring archival photography and beautiful calligraphy by Thich…
Nhat HanhSince its publication in 1975, The Miracle of Mindfulness has been cherished by generations of readers for its eloquent and useful introduction to the practice of meditation. Readers interested in an introduction to Buddhist thought, as well as those seeking to learn about mindfulness and stress reduction, continue to look to Thich Nhat Hanh's classic work for guidance and inspiration. This new hardcover gift edition features elegant calligraphic illustrations by Thich Nhat Hanh, as well as a dozen photographs spanning his early days as a peace activist to his life in Plum Village, a spiritual community that he founded in France. Also included in this edition is a historical chronology of Thich Nhat Hanh's life and work, and a revised afterword by Jim Forest.By Katherine Ott, David Serlin, Stephen Mihm. 2001
These essays are valuable first forays into the history of prosthetics. From the wooden teeth of George Washington to the…
Bly prosthesis, popular in the 1860s and boasting easy uniform motions of the limb, to today's lifelike approximations, prosthetic devices reveal the extent to which the evolution and design of technologies of the body are intertwined with both the practical and subjective needs of human beings. The peculiar history of prosthetic devices sheds light on the relationship between technological change and the civilizing process of modernity, and analyzes the concrete materials of prosthetics which carry with them ideologies of body, ideals, body politics, and culture. Simultaneously critiquing, historicizing, and theorizing prosthetics, Artificial Parts, Practical Lives lays out a balanced and complex picture of its subject, neither vilifying nor celebrating the merger of flesh and machine.By Eve Zibart. 2006
This irresistible read is packed with fun facts and tasty tidbits about Disney, from stories about the entertainment empire's founding…
family to the inspiration for many of the popular theme park attractions. Memorable dates include: May 11, 1904 - The great surrealist painter Salvador Dali was born in Igueras, Catalonia. His 1946 collaboration with Walt Disney was one of the most unusual partnerships in the entertainment industry. December 2, 1929 - The Haunted House, in which Mickey Mouse takes shelter from the storm in what turns out to be a well populated mansion, was released in theaters. This movie was the first time animators created what was to become a popular Disney setting. January 9, 1937 - The release of Donald Duck's second film, Don Donald, proved that Donald was capable of carrying a series without any help from Mickey. It also served as the debut vehicle for a ducky girlfriend called Donna, who was later renamed Daisy.Released to coincide with the company's 18-month-long 50th anniversary celebrations, Today in History: Disney has something for Disney fans of every generation.By Rohini Singh. 2013
Join Shona on a journey of a lifetime the journey home Shona…
a parakeet with everything going for her decides one fine day to leave her cozy cage to fly free in the blue skies During her many adventures she is befriended by a host of memorable characters including Shona 2 a parakeet who looks like her talks like her often even poses as her but spouts strange unfamiliar ideas and incites Shona to do foolhardy things This delightful parable is about friendship learning to trust letting go and discovering the power of surrender Shona s story will enthral and charm you and may even touch closer home than you imagine it could be your story Endearing and beautifully written Free Fall will make you reflect on life death love hurt trust and the cages that imprison you your comfort zones Peppered with heart-warming insights and wisdom Free Fall is sure to remain with you long after you have turned the last pageBy Margaret Macmillan. 2013
As the 100th anniversary of World War I approaches, historian Margaret MacMillan compares current global tensions--rising nationalism, globalization's economic pressures,…
sectarian strife, and the United States' fading role as the world's pre-eminent superpower--to the period preceding the Great War. In illuminating the years before 1914, MacMillan shows the many parallels between then and now, telling an urgent story for our time. THE BROOKINGS ESSAY: In the spirit of its commitment to high-quality, independent research, the Brookings Institution has commissioned works on major topics of public policy by distinguished authors, including Brookings scholars. The Brookings Essay is a multi-platform product aimed to engage readers in open dialogue and debate. The views expressed, however, are solely those of the author.By Lakshmi Narayan. 2017
Who am I What am I doing here Where do I go from here We are all…
plagued with such questions from time to time But do we have definitive answers for them Nope We get so lost in the vicious circle of routine and life that we forget to take a moment to think to breathe to pray to be Just like we detox our bodies of waste every now and then it is equally important to remove the cobwebs from our mind and spirit The mental pilgrimage can help us get closer to the answers and the Source For this we don t even need an elaborate change of schedule just a few moments in the day filled with a kind simple rooted thought can do the trick In this book the author has given a succinct thought for each day of the year The one on your birthday will be particularly relevant to you As for the others they should answer the questions that have been taxing you off and on for a long time So read on draw your own conclusions discover your purpose and find yourselvesBy Juliet Gardiner, May Smith. 2012
May Smith is twenty-four at the outbreak of World War Two; at night, the sirens wail, and the young men…
of the village leave to fight. But still, ordinary life goes on: May goes shopping, plays tennis, takes holidays and even falls in love - while recording it faithfully in her diary.'May is simply a joy, a bright spark in dark times' The TimesBy Fiona Harrold. 2004
The greatest asset you can have in life is self-belief.People who handle life well, achieve great things and prosper have…
stronger self-belief than the average person. In INDESTRUCTIBLE SELF-BELIEF, Fiona Harrold, author of the bestselling BE YOUR OWN LIFE COACH, will help you to develop magnificent levels of self-belief. In seven easy steps, this compact bible will equip you to make the most of yourself, so that you stretch and grow into your full potential.Life is easier when you believe in yourself and this inspiring book will make you feel more optimistic and enthusiastic about everything.By Sandie McHugh. 2017
This book shines a light on the meaning of happiness and how public perceptions of it have changed over time.…
A question that has engaged philosophers from the days of Aristotle, happiness is a subject of growing academic interest, and its recent integration into government policy is provoking increased debate into its definition and nature. Sandie McHugh and her associates build on the work of social anthropologist Tom Harrison's 'Worktown' Mass Observation study from 1938, repeating the original study today. Together these accounts show how perceptions of happiness have changed over the years for the people of Bolton, UK, and reveal major difference between its definition then and now. This unique study is a useful tool in the understanding and study of happiness, offering invaluable insights for scholars and practitioners working in the fields of social psychology, positive psychology, health psychology and wellbeing.By Leonard Marcus, Barry C. Dorn, Phyllis B. Kritek, Velvet G. Miller, Janice B. Wyatt. 1995
Presents pragmatic and effective tools for understanding conflict, negotiating difference, and creating a balance among those who work in health…
care. Uses narrative, example, and theory to demonstrate techniques. Stories present problems, solutions, and outcomes achieved through interest-based negotiation. Of interest to physicians, hospital management, nurses, and policy leaders. Marcus is founding director of the Program for Health Care Negotiation and Conflict Resolution at the Harvard School of Public Health. First published in 1995.By Rebecca Jenkins. 2008
In the summer that saw the first successful flight of the Zeppelin, a 140 acre site of scrubland in West…
London was transformed into the White City, which housed the 1908 Franco-British Exhibition - and a state-of-the-art stadium built to house the first London Olympics. The Olympics were organised by volunteers in just 18 months and at a fraction of the cost of the modern Olympics and yet, just as today, the sport was overshadowed by doping scandals and caused international uproar. The ferocious competitiveness of a US team dominated by New York Irish Americans led to a succession of 'scandals' culminating in the historic marathon when Italian confectioner baker Dorando Pietri's heroic efforts at the limits of exhaustion so entranced on-lookers that track officials helped him across the finish line. Coinciding with the 100th Anniversary of the first London Olympics, this delightful social and sporting history - illustrated with over 70 contemporary images - provides a thought-provoking contrast to the forthcoming 2012 Olympic Games.By Robin Mcgraw. 2009
What's age got to do with it? Absolutely nothing! Though it's her husband, Dr. Phil, who has his own nationally-syndicated…
talk show, Robin McGraw's appearances on the show draw thousands of questions from viewers of all ages who want to know how she looks and feels so fabulous at the age of fifty-five. In What's Age Got to Do with it?, Robin shares her journey, including the ups and downs, and the secrets for staying healthy and in shape. She also provides insider information from a panel of top experts in the areas of fitness, nutrition, skin care, menopause, hair, makeup, and fashion. Robin says, "To me, aging gracefully isn't accepting what aging does to you. It means taking care of your health, wanting to look your best, and knowing that it is not conceited, egotistical, or selfish to do so."By Vijay Santhanam. 2013
The stimulating saga of a man who thanks to his never-say-die attitude found the courage and the determination…
to bounce back despite being felled by a serious disabling condition When Vijay Santhanam was afflicted with a stroke at the age of 41 he was paralyzed on the right side of his body He couldn t move without help and he couldn t speak at all But he soon realized that his powers of reasoning thought were not lost to him And he garnered his spirit and willpower within him to work at regaining his health and faculties a stroke wasn t going to get him down Vijay goes on to get back to work to write two books on one of the biggest passions of his life cricket a sport that was one of his greatest inspirations while in hospital and on the road to recovery and to teach at IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Lucknow This is the inspiring story of a man who didn t waste time bemoaning his fate his immediate agenda was to understand what could make him healthy again and to start with to return to the life he d known before as a regional head of marketing in a multinational company in Singapore My Stroke of Luck Alphabet to Author is Vijay s journey through long sometimes painful and often frustrating months of therapy relearning the alphabet and learning new strengths emotional mental and physical Vijay s attempt is not to describe the human brain and how it works in a scientific manner but to celebrate a man s inspiring journey He believes when a human being is confronted by a big crisis often she he summons all her his spirit and willpower to fight back and win His story is testimony and an eloquent example of itBy Katherine Gibson. 2004
Are you ready to move into a bright clutter-free future? From noise pollution to financial messes and stressful relationships, clutter…
affects ALL aspects of our lives--not just our physical spaces. If you¹ve tried feng-shui and other organizing techniques and you still can't find clarity in your life, this down-to-earth guide will show you how to evict the clutter culprits and cultivate peace of mind in your home and soul.By Martyn Johnson. 2012
'I've turned boys into men and policemen into coppers,' said the Sergeant. 'Policemen have got brains, but coppers, they've got…
brains and common sense.'No two days were ever the same for bobby-on-the-beat Martyn Johnson. Come rain or come shine, he patrolled his patch with a sharp eye for troublemakers and a kind word for those in need of a friend. Whether he was pursuing unlikely coal thieves, tracking down peacocks gone AWOL or investigating mysterious flying saucers over Sheffield, PC Johnson faced every new challenge with a smile and a healthy dose of his copper's common sense. In his charming and funny memoir, Martyn Johnson recalls the rogues, cheats and scoundrels - as well as the many friends - who made his life on the beat so unforgettable.By Seymour Simon. 1996
You know your heart beats, but did you know it beats over two billion times in a lifetime? You know…
you have veins, but did you know that the upper vena cava is as wide as a pencil and brings blood from your brain and upper body back to your heart? You know blood flows, but did you know your veins have valves like parachutes that open and close to keep blood from flowing backwards? You know you have red blood cells, but did you know that if they were stacked on top of each other they'd make a column thirty thousand miles high? Blood flows through arteries and veins. Do you know the difference between them? Discover what jobs the white and red blood cells do to keep you alive. Learn the parts of your heart and the blood vessels that let your blood flow to every part of your body. You'll learn new, big words like: septum, hemoglobin, atria, valve, ventricles, plasma, cells, pulmonary, veins, arteries, marrow, venules, alveoli, neutrophils, capillaries, sinoatrial node, and upper and lower vena cava. Find how a muscle the size of a large sweet potato keeps you alive. You'll be interested and learning as you read and you'll become smart about your heart. Read other books by this author from Bookshare including The Brain, Mars, Muscles and Bones.By Heidi Grant Halvorson. 2013
From the author of Succeed and Focus, a quick and easy guide to motivating anyone – including yourself. There is…
no one-size-fits-all way to get people motivated. Anyone who tells you that you should do X to get the most out of your employees, your students, or even yourself, isn’t telling you that – at best – X only works for some of the people, some of the time. In this short guide Heidi Grant Halvorson identifies the eight different types of underperformers and draws on research from her books Succeed and Focus to offer tailored strategies for lighting a fire under each one. Underperformers range from the truly achievement challenged to those who are actually performing at a high level but could perform even better if someone knew the right way to motivate them. Halvorson explains how we can understand each profile in terms of the mindset and motivational focus they bring to their work, in addition to the confidence with which they approach it. For each profile, each she lays out specific, evidence-based strategies for increasing effectiveness and engagement. Succinct and focused, this prescriptive guide will appeal to readers of What Successful People Do Before Breakfast and 9 Things Successful People Do Differently.