Reflecting upon thirty-two years of experience treating patients with devastating brain and spinal cord injuries, James Turner, M.D. has traveled a remarkable path. Upon entering 1st grade in 1953, he didn't meet the readin', writin' & 'rithmatic developmental milestones regarded as acceptable by school administrators. This earned him the label "minimal brain dysfunction," a euphemism which had recently replaced the term "retarded" in educator's discussions with parents. In a series of hum...

Reflecting upon thirty-two years of experience treating patients with devastating brain and spinal cord injuries, James Turner, M.D. has traveled a remarkable path. Upon entering 1st grade in 1953, he didn't meet the readin', writin' & 'rithmatic developmental milestones regarded as acceptable by school administrators. This earned him the label "minimal brain dysfunction," a euphemism which had recently replaced the term "retarded" in educator's discussions with parents. In a series of hum...

This statistics textbook, with particular emphasis on radiation protection and dosimetry, deals with statistical solutions to problems inherent in health physics measurements and decision making.The authors begin with a description of our current understanding of the statistical nature of physical processes at the atomic level, including radioactive decay and interactions of radiation with matter. Examples are taken from problems encountered in health physics, and the material is pr...

Atoms, Radiation, and Radiation ProtectionDiscover the keys to radiation protection in the fourth edition of this best-selling textbookA variety of atomic and sub-atomic processes, including alpha, beta, and gamma decay or electron ejection from inner atom shells, can produce ionizing radiation. This radiation can in turn produce environmental and biological effects both harmful – including DNA damage and other impacts of so-called ‘radiati...

Budding country music star Jana Malone has won the hearts of millions with her sweet voice and pretty, All-American good looks. But amidst her adoring fans lurks someone whose admiration has turned to obsession. The love letters she's received over the past few months become darker, more threatening and possessive. And this time he's made it clear—if he can't have Jana, no one will...As the newest agent to join Quentin Security Group, I've been tasked with keeping the young star sa...

Celebrate the holidays in Appalachia mountain country in Hillbilly Night Afore Christmas, a delightful version of the classic verse by Clement C. Moore.James Rice, illustrator of the bestselling Cajun Night Before Christmas, has teamed up with Thomas Noel Turner, a long-time resident of the Appalachian region and professor of education at the University of Tennessee, to add winsome dimension to the enchanting tale.

Are you tired of working long hours and barely making ends meet as a waiter in the service industry? Do you dream of finally achieving financial freedom and stability? Look no further! Double Your Tips or Your Money Back is the ultimate guide to transforming your serving skills and boosting your income.In this book, you'll discover proven strategies and techniques that will help you increase your tips and take home more money. From mastering the art of upselling to providi...

In John of Brienne: King of Jerusalem and Emperor of Constantinople, James Turner offers an in-depth exploration of one of the medieval world's most intriguing yet underappreciated figures. John of Brienne, who ascended from a relatively modest French aristocratic background, secured not one but two of the era's most prestigious crowns: King of Jerusalem and Emperor of Constantinople. Through a blend of personal ambition, strategic marriages, and opportune alliances, John navigate...

I learned the hard way that alcohol and bad decisions don't mix. After a crazy night in Vegas, I found myself married to the pretty brunette I met at the bar. Despite the pull between us, we went our separate ways. But fate had other plans...My feet have barely touched America soil when an unexpected letter from my lawyer delivers shocking news; due to a technicality, Lydia and I are still married. But that's not the only surprise—I have a little girl who looks just like me.

A biography of Harald Hardrada tracing his exile, mercenary exploits, and rise to power as Norway’s Last Viking.A wounded and teenaged Harald Hardrada fled Norway in 1030 following the death of his half-brother King Olaf II at the Battle of Stiklestad. He would return home decades later as a battle-hardened mercenary commander, weighted down with plunder acquired from wars fought across the Mediterranean. Harald’s transition from exiled semi-royal to a famed advent...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the aftermath of unimaginable loss, Robert Caldwell has retreated into a life of solitude, burying himself in the familiar routines of his work and the quiet isolation of his stately home. He has convinced himself that his heart has no room left for love—until Lila, a spirited and talented artist, rents the studio apartment above his garage.What begins as a cautious friendship blossoms into something deeper as Lila’s vibrant ...

Double Olympic gold-medal winner, James Cracknell. His story before and after his life-changing accident.In October 2011 James Cracknell, two-time Olympic gold-medal rower and one of the greatest endurance athletes the world has ever known, suffered a seizure at home as his young son looked on in horror. A man who had known no limits, a man who had practically achieved the impossible, was now struggling to master life's simple challenges.A year earlier, as ...