The book "History of the Harvard College Observatory During the Period 1840-1890" by Daniel W. Baker provides a comprehensive examination of the pivotal role that the Harvard College Observatory played in the advancement of astronomy during the 19th century. It delves into the significant contributions made by astronomers and scientists associated with the observatory, highlighting their groundbreaking research and discoveries. Baker meticulously chronicles the evolution of the observatory...

Now in its third edition, this small and accessible guide contains essential information for the safe prescribing of the most commonly used drugs in the NHS. The Top 100 Drugs combines the best elements of a students' textbook with those of a prescribers' manual. It gives equal weight to essential information on the science of pharmacology as well as the real-world practicalities of prescribing, all in an accessible and clear format. Written by leaders in the field of clinical pharmacology...

Sex is just a word until you read this book. Then it becomes something wonderful , also communications between a Man and a Woman. Daniel would love to meet Laura but she eludes him. This is a true story of two people who fall in love through a dating agency but have never met. Laura is a titillating writer who manages to fall in love with another writer, Daniel. It goes on for over two years. Together they have written thousands of emails and as many phone calls. Laura claims she has never...

This book is about one little girl who gets lost and finds herself having to ask for a mountain mans help to get home. On the journey, she has to face her fears and cope with being captured by Indians and being attacked by a bear. But this is just the start for the biggest hurdle she has to face. She is an alien and never knew it! So get your reading glasses on and sit back and take the journey with her. Live her thoughts and feelings and enjoy the adventure!

Beyond the Ordinary is written for believers and nonbelievers around the world who will gain courage and strength as a result of reading this inspired book. The book entails the extraordinary acts of God and His dealing in the lives of those who trust Him. Each chapter concentrates on circumstances that initiates God supernatural intervention to protect, to provide, to comfort, and to deliver His people. All who call upon Him and seek His guidance will find that He is a present help in tim...

In the midst of a nation suffering through riots and racial stife in the 1965-1975 era, which was one of the most violent periods in urban American history, a racist sniper roamed the streets of Dayton, Ohio. He stalked and killed black men as a vigilante determined to stop federal court-ordered public school desegregation and the mixing of races. During this period, the city endured multiple riots. The story is told via experiences of the authors, one a rookie police officer who became a ...

"The Good Stuff." It' s the stuff that makes us feel whole – the respect, acceptance, security, and support that allow us to be our best selves. And it' s the stuff every Direct Support Professional should provide when they serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental illness (MI). In this book, NADD brings together 20 experts in the field to build a framework for creating positive, person-centered supports for people with IDD/MI, using the latest evi...

Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Geophysical Monograph Series, Volume 196.Extreme Events and Natural Hazards: The Complexity Perspective examines recent developments in complexity science that provide a new approach to understanding extreme events. This understanding is critical to the development of strategies for the prediction of natural hazards and mitigation of their adverse consequences. The volume is a comprehensive collection of current de...

Some call it "the change of life." It is certainly that, and not always a welcome one! Hot flashes, memory lapses, tiredness, emotional struggles—they may not all be equal in severity, but you're certainly experiencing the effects of growing older.Though the world often tries to convince us that aging represents a loss of value, Amy Baker and Daniel Wickert offer a more biblical view that focuses on knowing and trusting Christ. Putting your hope in God and in his love for you will ...

The progression should have been natural. You got married, and children were supposed to follow in due time. But every month that ends in a period rather than a pregnancy has you feeling more and more depressed. Perhaps you even find yourself avoiding people and places with children because it is just too painful.Amy Baker and Daniel Wickert help you see God's presence and provision for you in the midst of your pain. With compassion and understanding, they walk through some of the ...

Sometimes PMS is just a nuisance, but sometimes it stops you in your tracks. Headaches, cramping, bloating, mood swings, fatigue—you might experience any of these and more! Sometimes it just seems impossible to be patient, kind, and emotionally stable when it's "that time of the month"!Amy Baker and Daniel Wickert walk with you through the experience of PMS and help you see how God can help you and change you, even during the most difficult time of the month. With an eye on both th...

In an age of e-books and screens, it may seem antiquated to create a handwritten, illuminated Bible. The Benedictine monks at Saint John's Abbey and University, however, determined to produce such a Bible for the twenty-first century, a Bible that would use traditional methods and materials while engaging contemporary questions and concerns. In an age that largely overlooks the physical form of books, The Saint John's Bible foregrounds the importance of a book's tactile and visual qualitie...