The Social Dynamics of Family Violence explores family violence through the life course, from child abuse and neglect to intimate partner violence and elder abuse.Paying close and special attention to the social nature and institutional causes of family violence, authors Angela J. Hattery and Earl Smith draw readers' attention to the ways that social inequality, especially gender inequality, contribute to tensions and explosive tendencies in family settings. As awareness, ...

From a former criminal and now chaplain for the San Francisco 49ers and the Golden State Warriors, comes a riveting, behind-the-bars look at one of America’s most feared prisons: San Quentin. Reverend Earl Smith shares the most important lessons he’s learned from years of helping inmates discover God’s plan for them.In 1983, twenty-seven-year-old Earl Smith arrived at San Quentin just like everyone thought he would. Labeled as a gang member and criminal from a youn...

The genius Thomas Edison once said all anyone needed in order to invent something was a good imagination and a pile of junk. Imagination and creativity have always been essential qualities for survival in Maine and the ingrained habits of "saving up" and "making do" inevitably led to heaps of junk. As a result Maine has produced some extraordinary inventors and inventions with many aimed at a simply making daily life, easier and more comfortable: from Joseph Peavey's self-named tool that d...

On any given day, there are over 500,000 children in the United States' foster care system. This story is written by one of those former foster children. It is not an autobiography, but the details are based on true events. It is truly "Only by Grace" these children survive an underfunded, overworked foster care system designed to help, but most often fails.

Comprehend the mysteries—and the amazing potential—of quantum computingQuantum computing has the promise to be the next huge thing in technology. How do we know that? Look at how much the big players in tech are investing in the technology. Quantum Computing For Dummies preps you for the amazing changes that are coming with the world of computing built on the phenomena of quantum mechanics. Need to know what is it and how does it work? This easy-to-underst...

"Bravo to the authors! They have done an excellent job addressing the issues that are critical to community members, policy makers and interventionists concerned with Black families in the context of our nation."—Michael C. Lambert, University of Missouri*, Colombia*"African American Families is a timely work. The strength of this text lies in the depth of coverage, clarity, and the ability to combine secondary sources, statistics and qualitative data t...

In "The Story of Newfoundland," Earl of Frederick Edwin Smith Birkenhead embarks on a comprehensive exploration of Newfoundland'Äôs rich historical tapestry, illuminating the island'Äôs unique cultural evolution and significance within the broader context of Canadian history. Written with a blend of emotive narrative and rigorous scholarly inquiry, Birkenhead deftly intertwines personal anecdotes and empirical research, the prose harmonizing with the dramatic landscapes of Newfoundland, al...

"Although there are plenty of people who can fix things, there are not many who will fix things correctly." I wrote this handbook expecting to persuade you to care about the work you perform. I hope that the principles herein will get you focused on perfecting your skills and your standards. The world thinks highly of skilled people like you and me. During the 2020 pandemic, they coined us "essential workers." We help keep the world moving, eating, sleeping, and building capital. This book...

Gardiner's manufacturing and transportation advantages during the first half of the 20th century created one of the strongest local economies in the state. The city seal, adopted in 1849 when Gardiner became a city, flawlessly depicts the characteristics that shaped the community. Featured prominently on the seal is a river with falls to power manufacturing. A vessel represents transportation and trade, while an idealized city in the background reveals prosperous factories and commercial b...

7 Keys to Personal Identity: Thriving In An Era Of Narcissism and Chaos “7 Keys to Personal Identity: Thriving In An Era of Narcissism and Chaos” is a roadmap to finding your true personal identity. This book takes you through seven fundamental steps of personal development: choosing resilience over victimhood, deciding to think for yourself, practicing daily self-care, learning to trust your intuition, developing a growth mindset, finding your calling, and developing a spiritual life. By ...

This book provides a concise-yet-comprehensive overview and critique of leading theories of family violence. It addresses various forms of violence, including elder abuse, sibling abuse, child abuse, and intimate partner violence. The book provides several frameworks to examine the prevalence of family violence and offers prevention and intervention strategies.Key areas of coverage include:Macro-level theories, such family violence theory, feminist theory, psychologic...

Given that Ridgewood lies within 20 miles of Lower Manhattan, it would be easy to dismiss this little town as another New York suburb. Settled by Johannes Van Emburgh in 1700, this slice of New Jersey was a pivotal safe haven for the founding fathers, such as George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Aaron Burr. In 1894, the State of New Jersey incorporated the area as a village, and what followed were 100 years of business and leisure with places like Woolworth's, the Erie Railroad Compa...