Big data, genomics, and quantitative approaches to network-based analysis are combining to advance the frontiers of medicine as never before. Network Medicine introduces this rapidly evolving field of medical research, which promises to revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of human diseases. With contributions from leading experts that highlight the necessity of a team-based approach in network medicine, this definitive volume provides readers with a state-of-the-art synthesi...

A 2020 New York Times notable book | One of the Chicago Tribune's best nonfiction books of 2020"Complex, turbulent, as haunting as a pedal steel solo" —Jonathan Miles, The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice)"One of 21 books we can't wait to read in 2020" — Thrillist | A New York Times Book Review summer reading pick | A GQ

“Their Greatest Disgrace” outlines the 17-year campaign to clear the names of two RAF pilots who had been maliciously blamed for the 1994 crash on the Mull of Kintyre, Scotland in which 29 died. The evidence it sets out was accepted by Lord Alexander Philip during his Mull of Kintyre Review (2010-2011). The finding of gross negligence against the two pilots was set aside by the UK government in July 2011.

The Indus Valley Civilization was one of the most advanced and mysterious ancient societies, yet it mysteriously declined and vanished. What caused the fall of this once-great civilization? Was it climate change, invasions, or internal decline?This audiobook explores the rise, achievements, and sudden disappearance of the Indus Valley Civilization. From their sophisticated cities like Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa to their advanced drainage systems and trade networks, u...

How to make a macramé lamp with "shell" pattern. This is book three in a series of three books on how to make macramé lamps. Each book is standalone. The first book is how to make a wire frame for a free-hanging lamp. The second and third books show separate patterns for the body of the lamps.

Get a clear understanding of Measure What Matters by John Doerr in this concise and practical guide. This summary explores the OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework used by some of the world’s most successful companies to set goals, track progress, and drive meaningful results. It breaks down how clear objectives, measurable key results, and focused execution can help individuals and organizations achieve ambitious growth while staying aligned and accountable. Ideal for readers seekin...

A Vintage Shorts Original SelectionDespite all attempts to make it otherwise, the American health care system remains arcane, bloated, inefficient, and damaging to our health. We pay high premiums, endure exorbitant out-of-pocket costs, see little to no information about treatment options, and suffer often meager and sloppy care. The Affordable Care Act was an unambitious reform not likely to have an impact on these fundamental problems. But, politics aside, health care doesn't hav...

The author of the magnificent bestselling account of the First Fleet returns to early Sydney to tell the story of the years that followed as it's never been told before.The British plan to settle Australia was a high-risk venture. We now take it for granted that the first colony was the basis of one of the most successful nations in the world today. But in truth, the New World of the 18th century was dotted with failed colonies, and New South Wales nearly joined th...

"The Fifth Leicestershire" by John David Hills is a compelling narrative that delves into the experiences of a battalion during World War I. The book intricately weaves personal stories and historical events, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the soldiers' lives, their struggles, and the camaraderie that developed amidst the chaos of war. Hills' meticulous research and engaging writing style bring to life the challenges faced by the men of the Fifth Leicestershire, making it a po...

In May 1940, a group of Auckland yachtsmen who were members of the Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve left for the war. Leonard Hill, a young Maori sailor, and his friends arrived in Singapore under siege. Playing to their strengths as small boat sailors, they manned fast motor launches, raiding and rescuing Allies from behind enemy lines. On the night of 13 February 1942, the eve of the fall of Singapore, they took two Fairmiles, ML310 and ML311, to evacuate members of the Allied High Command a...

Fasten your seatbelts for an anthology of turbulent tales curated by Stephen King and Bev Vincent. This exciting new collection, perfect for airport or aeroplane reading, includes an original introduction and story notes for each story by Stephen King, and brand new stories from Stephen King and Joe Hill.Stephen King hates to fly.Now he and co-editor Bev Vincent would like to share this fear of flying with you.Welcome to Flight ...

A visionary investigation that will change the way we think about health care: how and why it is failing, why expanding coverage will actually make things worse, and how our health care can be transformed into a transparent, affordable, successful system.In 2007, David Goldhill’s father died from infections acquired in a hospital, one of more than two hundred thousand avoidable deaths per year caused by medical error. The bill was enormous—and Medicare paid it. These circumstances l...