This book analyzes Eric Voegelin’s scholarly works from the 1950s and early 1960s and examines the ways in which these works are relevant to the twenty-first century political environment. The collection of essays evaluated in this book cover a wide array of topics that were of great curiosity sixty years ago and still relevant in today’s society. The authors in this volume demonstrate that Voegelin’s erudition on topics such as revolutionary change, ideological fervor, industrialization, ...

Sometimes called the “literature of ideas,” science fiction is a natural medium for normative political philosophy. Science fiction’s focus on technology, space and time travel, non-human lifeforms, and parallel universes cannot help but invoke the perennial questions of political life, including the nature of a just social order and who should rule; freedom, free will, and autonomy; and the advantages and disadvantages of progress. Rather than offering a reading of a work inspired by a pa...

Measurement Theory in Action, Third Edition, helps readers apply testing and measurement theories and features 22 self-contained modules which instructors can match to their courses. Each module features an overview of a measurement issue and a step-by-step application of that theory. Best Practices provide recommendations for ensuring the appropriate application of the theory. Practical Questions help students assess their understanding of the topic. Students ca...

A revolutionary and empowering paradigm in treating addiction based on groundbreaking new science.For decades addiction has been viewed and treated as a social and behavioral illness, afflicting people of "weak" character and "bad" moral fiber. However, recent breakthroughs in genetic technology have enabled doctors, for the first time, to correctly diagnose the disease and prove that addiction is an inherited, neuro-chemical disease originating in brain chemistry, determined by ge...

Just Your Average Ultra Runner celebrates the spirit of endurance through the voices of everyday athletes who go the distance — literally. In this collection of candid interviews, author Jason Ward sits down with ordinary runners who have accomplished extraordinary things on the trails and roads of ultra-distance running.From first-time finishers to seasoned 100-mile veterans, each chapter captures the mindset, struggles, and triumphs that define the ultra community. Their...

Offering a unique combination of expert lectures, vast image collections, and an easy-to-use print atlas, Dermatopathology, 3rd Edition, helps you master the complexities of this challenging and fast-changing subspecialty. Dr. Elston and his colleagues make dermatopathology easier to understand, leading you to efficient, accurate diagnoses of the most important common dermatologic findings seen in practice.Covers the essentials of dermatopathology using an enjoyable,...

Explore the robust features of Bootstrap 4 to create exciting websites through this collection of excellent hands-on projectsKey Features\[\*\] Explore the inner workings of Bootstrap 4 by building different websites\[\*\] Customize your designs by working directly with Bootstrap’s SASS files\[\*\] Leverage Bootstrap’s excellent JavaScript pluginsBook DescriptionPacked with trade secrets, this second edition is your one-stop ...

Using an enjoyable, easy-to-understand approach, Dermatopathology, Fourth Edition, combines online lectures and vast labeled image collections both in print and online to provide a uniquely effective learning package in this challenging subspecialty. Dr. Dirk M. Elston, Dr. Tammie Ferringer and colleagues walk you through the "must-know" points of each topic, making dermatopathology easier to understand. It's an ideal resource for exam and board preparation and for mastering efficient, acc...

A truly revolutionary method of change management, Appreciative Inquiry (AI) emphasizes inquiry into strengths, rather than focusing exclusively on fixing weaknesses. Written by the originators and leaders of the AI movement, this accessible guide offers a practical introduction to the method, which has been used to significantly enhance customer satisfaction, cost competitiveness, revenues, profits, and employee engagement, as well as organizations' abilities to meet the needs of society....

An updated edition of the most complete resource on backyard insects availableThis second edition of Garden Insects of North America solidifies its place as the most comprehensive guide to the common insects, mites, and other “bugs” found in the backyards and gardens of the United States and Canada. Featuring 3,300 full-color photos and concise, detailed text, this fully revised book covers the hundreds of species of insects and mites associated with fruit...

Written by the two most recognized Appreciative Inquiry thought leaders A quick, accessible introduction to one of the most popular change methods today--proven effective in organizations ranging from Roadway Express and British Airways to the United Nations and the United States Navy Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a model of change management uniquely suited to the values, beliefs, and challenges of organizations today. AI is a process that emphasizes identifying and building on strengths, ...

Management often lacks the winsome clarity to sports. On the field of play, we see what works and what doesn't. It's not possible to drop the ball anonymously, no matter how clever or charming we are. That's clarity. Perhaps it's one reason why we love sports.Management is different. We can fake it. Business behavior that gets players thrown out of the game is often tolerated, and even encouraged.Otherwise, business management and sports are a lot alike. Each has an arena whe...