EDUCATING PHYSICIANSThe current blueprint for medical education in North America was drawn up in 1910 by Abraham Flexner in his report Medical Education in the United States and Canada. The basic features outlined by Flexner remain in place today. Yet with the past century's enormous societal changes, the practice of medicine and its scientific, pharmacological, and technological foundations have been transformed. Now medical education in the United States...

Evolution Education and the Rise of the Creationist Movement in Brazil examines how larger societal forces such as religion, media, and politics have shaped Brazil’s educational landscape and impacted the teaching and learning of evolution within an increasingly polarized discourse in recent years. To this end, Alandeom W. Oliveira and Kristin Cook have assembled a number of educational scholars and practitioners, many of whom are based in Brazil, to provide up-close and in-depth accounts ...

Sissy home boys or domestic outlaws? Through a series of vivid case studies taken from across the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Matt Cook explores the emergence of these trenchant stereotypes and looks at how they play out in the home and family lives of queer men.

Detective Fiction and the Ghost Story is a lively series of case studies celebrating the close relationship between detective fiction and the ghost story. It features many of the most famous authors from both genres including Conan Doyle, Agatha Christie, M. R. James and Tony Hillerman.

Dark Deals.Twisted Fates.Every soul has a cost.Step into a world where demons don't hide in shadows-they walk among us, making deals, granting wishes, and collecting the price.Perfect for fans of supernatural horror, grimdark fantasy, and moral ambiguity, Demon Chronicles is a fast, addictive read where no deal ends cleanly-and no one walks away unchanged.

The locked room mystery is one of the iconic creations of popular fiction. Michael Cook's critical study reveals how this archetypal form of the puzzle story has had a significant effect in shaping the immensely popular genre of detective fiction. The book includes analysis of texts from Poe to the present day.

Research-based guidance on caring for little ones from the Mayo Clinic, #1 on US News & World Report's 2020-2021 Best Hospitals Honor Roll .Mayo Clinic Guide to Your Baby's First Years is a trusted and essential resource for new and experienced parents alike. In this fully reviewed and updated second edition, you'll find practical guidance on caring for the new little one in your family; from birth to age three. I...

Here is a collection of 100 traditional patterns for Bucks Point lace, one of the finest laces In England. The diagrams are colour-coded for clarity, and each pattern Is printed in detailed, diagrammatic form. There is one pattern on each page or on adjacent pages with its relevant pricking and an actual-sizee photograph of the completed piece of lace. The number of bobbins and the thread used are also noted. Not only are there 100 traditiooat patterns contained within this book. but the m...

If the fear of the Lord is "the beginning of wisdom," then it must be the starting point for fruitful Christian leadership. David Cook and Shane Parker offer an accessible volume focused on Christian leadership philosophy and practice from the foundational viewpoint of the fear of the Lord. This unique approach will enable developing and seasoned leaders to grow in godliness for the sake of the gospel and the church.

Growing up—What a waste of time! Peter Pan knows better than to chase empty promises. Why grow up when you can shine brighter than the sun? Every day is another chance to frolic in the expanse of eternal youth. In the fantasy adventure "Can I Go to Neverland?" by A. M. Cook, no one knows this burden more than Gabriel "Starcloud" Aethersong, a fey-turned-human with one last wish: to go home to Neverland."The second star to the right always appeared to look down right at me every nig...

In "Rust, Smut, Mildew, & Mould: An Introduction to the Study of Microscopic Fungi," M. C. Cooke presents a meticulously crafted exploration of the often-overlooked realm of fungi. This scholarly text combines a rich descriptive narrative with detailed observations of various fungal species, employing a systematic approach that situates microscopic fungi within their ecological context. Cooke's literary style is both accessible and engaging, effectively bridging the gap between scientific ...

This comprehensive new edition of a standard work contains an exhaustive collection of stitches which have been developed in the traditional art of bobbin lacemaking since the 17th century, and is designed to aid all lacemakers in the recognition and working of each individual feature. The degree of accuracy and detail is the result of many years of research into the methods used in the lacemaking centres of Britain and Europe. Over 260 stitches and variations are described, ranging from t...