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Winner, 2026 Sociology of Sex and Gender Distinguished Book Award, given by the American Sociological Association, Sex and Gender SectionWinner, 2026 Robert K Merton Book Award, given by the American Sociological Association, Science, Knowledge, and Technology SectionAn examination of hysterectomy and the struggle for bodily and reproductive autonomyAt least one hysterectomy is performed every minu...

Seminar paper from the year 2001 in the subject Politics - Region: USA, grade: very good, University of Wyoming (Department of Political Science), course: Congress and the Presidency, language: English, abstract: “The German Federal Republic is classified as a parliamentary democracy … [where] the principle portion of executive power is vested in a … chancellor and his cabinet who are responsible to a parliament and removable by the latter. By contrast, the presidential system … in the Uni...

Seminar paper from the year 2001 in the subject Politics - Political Theory and the History of Ideas Journal, grade: 1 - (A-), University of Wyoming (Department of Political Science), course: Recent Political Thought, language: English, abstract: “Man is born free and, and everywhere he is in chains. One believes himself the other’s master, and yet is more a slave than they. How did this change come about? I do not know. What can it make legitimate? I believe I can solve this.”1 Regarding ...

Seminar paper from the year 2001 in the subject Politics - Region: Near East, Near Orient, grade: very good, University of Wyoming (Department of Political Science), course: Politics and Government of the Middle East, language: English, abstract: “The war in Lebanon was the result of several highly connected internal and external conditions that have been in the making for a long time. … Causal … forces rooted in the existing social and political structures of the country, while [contribut...

Seminar paper from the year 2000 in the subject Politics - Region: Far East, grade: 1,0 (A), University of Wyoming (Department of Political Science), course: Government and Politics of Asia, language: English, abstract: This paper wants to compare the parliamentary systems of Japan and Germany, especially the structure of the governments, the Diet, and the Bundestag. In our paper we will answer the following questions: Why can both countries be compared? What historical prerequisites led t...

Outrageous Baking's debut cookbook features over 60 sweet and savory recipes to invite more simplicity and joy into the gluten-free home kitchen. From pancakes and biscuits to pizzelle and tiramisu, these easy and delicious recipes are sure to please. You won't even know it's gluten-free-seriously, it's that good! The recipes in this book were designed for use with Outrageous Baking's own all-purpose 1:1 gluten-free flour, but most of them will work with your favorite flour mix, too. We ho...

At least one hysterectomy is performed every minute of the year, making it the most common gynecological surgery worldwide. By the age of sixty-five, one out of five people born with a uterus will have it removed. So, why do we seldom talk about this surgery? Highly performed yet overlooked, examining the paradox of hysterectomy begins to unravel the various problems with how we medically treat uteruses and the people who have them.Get It Out weaves centuries of medical hi...

In today's world, decision makers struggle to make good long-term decisions. There is simply too much volatility, too much complexity, too much fake news, and too little time to make sense of all the information that is at our fingertips. We are drowning in data, surrounded by uncertainty and thus live in a world that lacks clarity.Moving away from the static thinking of many strategists, this book updates and upholds the importance of scenario design and thinking in the face of un...

From space opera to weird fiction to indie games and NaNoWriMo, this collection represents the best in nonfiction dedicated to geekery.Founded by Holly Lyn Walrath, Interstellar Flight Magazine is an online SFF and pop culture mag devoted to essays on what's new in the world of speculative genres. With interviews, personal essays, rants, and raves, the authors of Interstellar Flight Magazine explore the vast outreaches of nerdom. In the words of Ursula K. Le Guin, ...

Calling all Lesbians! Woman, Do You Know What You Really Want? is a guide to lesbian dating that will coach you through some common-sense steps on your journey to find Mrs. Right. It teaches you to always remember to love yourself and embrace who you are. It will facilitate self-reflection on topics that include wants, desires, needs, sex toys, love versus infatuation, online dating, age, dating with children, finances, and even ending a relationship. After learning and reflecting on these...

Methods- Thorough description of the current imaging and functional investigation techniques in nuclear medicine and radiology- Detailed portrayal of indications and differential diagnosesClinical Applications- Exhaustive description of the features of paediatric urological diseases relevant for diagnostic imaging- Embryologic and pathophysiologic background- Clear recommendations on application of diagnostic imagi...

This collection covers the major trends of the media environment of the post-Communist world and their recent development, with special focus on Russia and the post-Soviet space. The term ‘media environment’ covers not just traditional print and electronic media, but new media as well, and ranges from the political to entertainment and various artistic spheres. What role do market forces play in the process of media democratization, and how do state structures regulate, suppress, or use ca...