Archive for the ‘Books’ Category

Handbook of Attachment, Second Edition: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications

November 13th, 2008

From foremost authorities, this comprehensive work is more than just the standard reference on attachment–it has “become indispensable” in the field. Coverage includes the origins and development of attachment theory; biological and evolutionary perspectives; and the role of attachment processes in personality, relationships, and mental health across the lifespan. The second edition has been [...]

The Labor Progress Handbook: Early Interventions to Prevent and Treat Dystocia

November 13th, 2008

Dystocia or failure to progress in labor is the main reason for cesarean deliveries. The second edition of this successful text focuses on simple non-invasive interventions to prevent or treat difficult labor. It describes positions, movements and techniques based on principles of anatomy, physiology and psychology of childbirth.
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The Lutheran Handbook

November 13th, 2008

The essential field guide for all things Lutheran. Confirmands — or anyone hiking the trails of life’s adventures and challenges — will want to pack this handy illustrated field guide to Lutheran theology and culture. This enjoyable, easy-to-read, reliable, all-in-one collection helps you understand the essential information about our theology, culture and Lutheran way [...]

Clinical Handbook of Couple Therapy, Fourth Edition

November 13th, 2008

Lauded as “the definitive handbook of couple therapy,” this authoritative work provides a definitive overview of the major models of couple therapy and their clinical applications. In the newly revised and expanded fourth edition, leaders in the field describe the history, theoretical and empirical underpinnings, and methods of each approach. The treatment of specific [...]

Successful Executive’s Handbook

November 13th, 2008

THE book for executives to develop themselves! This is an essential resource to support executive development, giving individuals easy access to targeted, realistic strategies to improve job performance. A special section provides a comprehensive list of the best books, seminars and web sites designed specifically for executives. [...]

Handbook of Psychological Assessment

November 13th, 2008

From Previous Editions:
“A commendable volume in which the author condenses information, normally in several locations, into one reading . . . an excellent text for graduate courses on psychological assessment. It . . . familiarizes the student with the entire enterprise of clinical assessment and provides enough of of

The Black Male Handbook: A Blueprint for Life

November 13th, 2008

The Black Male Handbook is a collection of essays for Black males on surviving, living, and winning. Kevin Powell taps into the social and political climate rising in the Black community, particularly as it relates to Black males. This is a must-have book, not only for Black male readers, but the women who befriend, [...]

The Renewable Energy Handbook: A Guide to Rural Energy Independence, Off-Grid and Sustainable Living

November 13th, 2008

As oil prices continue to rise, many people are starting to think about how to unhook from the electricity grid. The Renewable Energy Handbook focuses completely on off-grid, sustainable living and rural energy independence.
Author/engineer William H. Kemp, who is a leading expert in small- and mid-scale renewable energy technologies, designed and built his own [...]

Nursing 2008 Drug Handbook, 28th Edition

November 13th, 2008

Nursing2008 Drug Handbook is a handy, comprehensive drug reference, updated and published every year to give nurses quick access to current, accurate drug information. This reference provides complete monographs for more than 900 generic and 3,000 trade drugs. Strengths: The leader in nursing drug handbooks. Thoroughly and methodically reviewed for accuracy and currency. [...]

The Pipe Fitter’s and Pipe Welder’s Handbook, Revised Edition

November 13th, 2008

Basic information on solving the difficult problems encountered in this line of work. Pocket size. Illustrated with detailed diagrams. View product details on Amazon.Com