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ART, ART HISTORY & DESIGN

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT

CURRENT AFFAIRS & POLITICS

HEALTH & WELLNESS

HISTORY 15 PERFORMING ARTS

PHILOSOPHY 21 PROFESSIONS & CAREERS

PSYCHOLOGY & SELF-HELP

SCIENCES 32

EDUCATION

ECONOMICS & FINANCE

ENGINEERING 37 FOREIGN LANGUAGE

MATHEMATICS 39 PROFESSIONS & CAREERS

COMMUNICATION 46 SCIENCES 47

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Art, Art History & Design ART, ART HISTORY & DESIGN

COLOR The Secret Influence By Cherie Fehrman and Kenneth Fehrman 258 pages | 978-1-5165-2572-0 | $57.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Color: The Secret Influence explores the full and far-reaching effects of color and light on human physiology, psychology, and sociological and cultural values. Readers will learn about the impact of color in all areas of mental and physical life, as well as how to use color effectively in a wide range of design applications. Lively and engaging, the book opens with an explanation of the color connection to human perception and experience. Subsequent chapters discuss pigment and light, myths and biases regarding color and specific colors, and the impact of color on health and psychology. The second half of the book focuses on practical applications of color in interiors, architecture, advertising, and fashion and textiles. Closing chapters are devoted to color in culture and society, color order systems, and ways to push the color envelope. Structured so that each chapter is a self-contained unit, the book allows instructors to tailor the material to their courses. Extensively fieldtested by numerous instructors and their students, Color: The Secret Influence is ideal for courses in art, product design, interior design, and fashion design. Husband and wife, as well as business partners, Kenneth and Cherie Fehrman have been interior designers, color consultants, and design educators for thirty years. They are cofounders of PRISM, the Photochromatic Research Institute for Science and Marketing. Designer Cherie Fehrman is the author of numerous articles and books. She has taught at San Francisco State University, the Interior Designers Guild, and the Western Design Institute. Kenneth Fehrman holds an Ed.D. in color and light from the University of San Francisco and is professor emeritus in interior design at San Francisco State University where he teaches courses in color and design.

A LOOK INSIDE Preface Chapter 1: The Color Connection Chapter 2: Color: Pigment and Light Chapter 3: Color Myths and Biases Chapter 4: Color and Health Chapter 5: Color and Psychology Chapter 6: Color in Interiors Chapter 7: Color in Architecture Chapter 8: Color in Advertising Chapter 9: Color in Fashion and Textiles Chapter 10: Color in Culture and Society Chapter 11: Color Order Systems Chapter 12: Pushing the Color Envelope Index

Color: The Secret Influence—what does that title mean? In a nutshell, it means that color’s effects on each of us are vast, but most of us don’t have a clue that they are even happening. Color affects your health, your spending habits, and your personal and professional image. Color and light are inextricably linked; you cannot have color without light. Yet, in our minds, we constantly separate the two and give little regard to the color/light that surrounds us, and even passes through us. In a very real sense, color/light affects every single aspect of our lives every day, and yet most of us go about our days without giving it a second thought or ever really understanding how we are being affected. Even artists and designers who have spent years working directly with color/light rarely know just how much it affects us physiologically, psychologically, and sociologically. But what if people did know? What if they better understood the possibilities and potential? What if they could recognize the many myths that circulate about color and focus on the facts? These were the questions that

intrigued us enough to consider writing this book. During our research, we often marveled at the information we encountered: people who could “see” color with their skin, people who reported healing after exposure to color/ light, people whose physiological readings were dramatically affected by being in rooms colored a certain way. We were equally mystified by the many myths we encountered that were accepted by the general population as truth without a shred of evidence to back them up. So often we heard people say that “red excites you” or “blue is calming” without having any idea why they thought that. They had just heard it somewhere. They had no facts to support such a statement, but they “knew” it was true—and they were often vehement about it. Our musings gradually took shape, and we realized that we wanted to write a book that would sort out the myths from the facts, that would show how color/light truly affects us, and that would help us improve our lives by gaining more knowledge about color. At least, those were our initial thoughts when we considered writing this book. Later, other influences came into play. We knew there were already many color books on the market, so we asked ourselves how ours would be different. One thing we decided right off the bat was that we were not going to repeat the same old myths about color without having our facts in order. Searching through thousands and thousands of research documents for more than ten years, plus doing our own research, turned up some surprising information—sometimes just the opposite of what we expected. Next, we wanted to write a book that could have multiple uses: for the layperson, for the design professional, and for the student of color or design. Some of the books we encountered were so technical that they were really physics manuals. Many were filled with pretty pictures and little information; others had a lot of information but little, if any, documentation supporting the “truths” that were set down. Frankly, what we found were the same myths repeated over and over again in book after book, and it seemed that no one had stopped to seek out the proof that should have accompanied the claims. We decided to take a different approach and present the reader with the facts based on scientific research rather than on hearsay or myth.

Business & Management

Measuring Up: Personnel and Organizational Assessment is a foundational text that examines issues related to personnel and organizational performance, and addresses how to effectively assess individuals, teams, and whole organizations. While many standard texts focus primarily on techniques, theories and research on personnel selection, Measuring Up connects people, whether individuals or groups, to the organization on a larger scale and discusses the impact of these connections and relationships. The book covers work and job analysis, personnel recruitment and selection, personnel tests, individual and team performance evaluations, assessments of training and professional development, organizational process and performance, and business organizations in today’s cultural and global contexts Providing a comprehensive introduction to work behavior and organizational dynamics, Measuring Up is an excellent reference for professionals involved in recruiting, assessing, training and developing employees. Charles Tatum earned his Ph.D. in experimental psychology at the University of New Mexico. A professor in the Department of Psychology at National University, Dr. Tatum’s research interests include applied measurement technology, survey construction and analysis, individual and group performance, and adult learning and accelerated instruction. He has published extensively in a variety of journals including the Journal of Education Research and Behavioral Sciences, the International Journal of Psychology and Counseling, and the Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching. In addition to his teaching and research activities, Dr. Tatum has worked as an organizational consultant for private and government organizations. Dr. Tatum’s most recent book is Learning-learning: Facts, Theories, and Principles. He is a member of the Association for Psychological Science.

A LOOK INSIDE Most programs (such as Gainsharing) rely heavily on surveys, and they are used extensively in personnel and organizational research. Surveys can take at least three forms—questionnaires, interviews, and focus groups. We will talk more about each of these in later chapters, but for now it is worthwhile to understand some of the basic tenets of survey methods. Surveys are designed in two parts: (a) there is a set of questions or statements presented to the respondents; and (b) there are options for a response. For example, a questionnaire aimed at assessing work stress could present a set of statements such as: I frequently bring work home at night; There are not enough hours in the day to do all the things that I must do; I deny or ignore problems in the hope that they will go away; I do the jobs myself to ensure they are done properly (International Stress Management Association [ISMA], 2016). The workers read each of these items and then are asked to respond to each item (e.g., answer yes or no, rate their response on a 5-point scale). The survey can be delivered in several ways (online via a web-based system such as Survey Monkey or Qualtrics, as a paper-and-pencil form given individually or in groups, delivered by phone or e-mail, or stored on a CD or flash drive and given to the respondents). Regardless of the delivery method, the researcher must be able to retrieve the responses, convert them into a computer database, and format them for statistical analysis. The two critical parts of any survey are the items (questions or statements) and the response options. The items can be open-ended or closed. Open-ended items are used mainly with one-on-one interviews and focus groups (group interviews). The items are worded in such a way that the respondent is free to formulate an answer in his or her own words with minimal prompting by the researchers. An open-ended stress question might be: How much stress do you feel at a normal day at work? The respondents can then answer the question in any way they choose. The researcher may ask follow-up questions or request more clarification, but should resist leading questions or rewording the answers. The advantage to an open-ended approach is that it is flexible (the researcher can ask follow-up questions on the fly) and allows for exploring the answer in depth (the researcher can probe the respondent and try to pull out more detailed information). The disadvantages of this approach are that it is time consuming and the verbal responses are difficult to quantify. Close-ended items, by contrast, are questions or statements that have clearly defined and narrow response options and are used extensively in questionnaires. The examples given above (e.g., I frequently bring work home at night; There are not enough hours in the day to do all the things that I must do) are classic closed items. The response options can be very simple (e.g., yes or no) or more precise (e.g., rate your agreement with the statement on a 5-point scale ranging from 1-strongly disagree to 5-strongly agree). Whatever the response option may be, it must meet two conditions. First, the responses must be mutually exclusive. Mutually exclusive means that if the person responds one way, then that response excludes any other response (if the person responds “yes” to a question, then that excludes the answer of “no”). An example of a response option that violates this rule would be asking people to place their age in one of the following six ranges (20–30, 30–40, 40–50, 50–60, 60–70, and 70 or older). The problem here is that the ranges overlap, so the 20–30 bracket does not exclude the 30–40 bracket (where does the person who is 30 belong?). The second condition is that the response options must be exhaustive. Exhaustive means that the options must provide all of the possible ways to respond. Yes and no options usually are not exhaustive because someone may want to answer “maybe” or “don’t know.” Usually, to satisfy this condition, the researcher provides a space where the respondent can enter “other,” and then write in a response that was not included in the choices offered.

Business & Management BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT

POISED TO RESPOND A Practical Introduction to Public Relations By Brian C Sowa 216 pages | 978-1-5165-0654-5 | $75.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Poised to Respond: A Practical Introduction to Public Relations provides a practical overview of public relations and prepares readers to enter the work force ready to respond to public relations management issues. The material is well-grounded in theory, but emphasizes the development of real-world public relations management and campaigns. The book covers key topics including ethical challenges, globalization, issues management, crisis communication, technology, and integrated marketing communication. Readers will also learn about diversity, activism, reputation management, and rhetorical approaches. After an introduction to each topic, the material is addressed with a management orientation in mind. Readers will consider how public relations managers confront challenges and address decisions that are implemented, what lessons for improvement can be learned, and what the best practices are in a given situation. Case studies provide illustration of the concepts in action. With its broad survey of the field and professional applicability, Poised to Respond is ideal for all seeking a well-rounded introduction to the discipline. Brian C. Sowa is a professor of communication arts at Valdosta State University. He earned his Ph.D. at Wayne State University, where he was an award-winning instructor. He has also been chair of the public relations interest group in the Central States Communication Association. Dr. Sowa served as president of the Central Illinois Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America from 2009-2012 and is presently a member of the South Georgia Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.

current affairs & politics CURRENT AFFAIRS & POLITICS

TARRED AND FEATHERED... AGAIN The Ongoing Impact of the Racial Attacks on President Obama By Darwin B. Fishman, Ph.D. 228 pages | 978-1-5165-2906-3 | $44.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Multidisciplinary in nature and perspective, Tarred and Feathered... Again: The Ongoing Impact of the Racial Attacks on President Obama examines the racial attacks directed at Barack Obama during his tenure as a senator, and throughout his campaigns for the Democratic Party presidential nominee and the general election. The book persuasively contends that these attacks impacted not only the way Obama carried out his formal and informal duties as president, but also his public policy and legislative agenda. Readers learn about Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public policy objectives and achievements. They will analyze the role of race and racial attacks on his presidency, and explore how race is currently examined by scholars in multiple disciplines. They will also explore how symbols are created and culturally interpreted and understood, as well as how these symbols can have a substantive impact on the way we conduct our lives. There is a particular focus on how presidential candidates and sitting presidents are criticized and discussed from a perspective of shared meaning and significance, as well as the perspective of those who are neglected, excluded, or hurt by politics and contemporary political discourse. This insightful and powerful text is well-suited to courses in political science, sociology, ethnic studies, African American studies, as well as courses that cover race and ethnicity, modern history, American politics, and executive branch politics. Darwin B. Fishman earned his Ph.D. in American studies at the University of Maryland, College Park. Dr. Fishman is currently working as the program director for the Peace Resource Center of San Diego. The author of numerous book chapters and articles, his writing has appeared in Issues in Race and Society: An Interdisciplinary Global Journal and the Western Journal of Black Studies. His most recent book is From Misunderstood Apathy to Radical Engagement: How Race, Gender, and Sexuality Influence Contemporary Youth Politics.

current affairs & politics CURRENT AFFAIRS & POLITICS

A story of determination, survival, and the indomitable human spirit, Above the Mountain’s Shadow: A Journey of Hope and Adventure Inspired by the Forgotten is the incredible story of one woman’s quest to empower the women of the world, one peak at a time. Growing up in Iran after the Islamic Revolution, Sara Safari enjoyed very few personal freedoms and little rights under the law, living an existence marked by oppression and limitations. In response to her childhood experiences, Sara was motivated to empower marginalized women everywhere—and what better way to show young girls that they can do anything than to stand on top of the world? In Above the Mountain’s Shadow, Sara, along with her co-author and fellow humanitarian Jeffrey Kottler, recount the exhilarating tale of Sara’s climb to the top of Mount Everest, a journey fraught with obstacles and life-threatening peril. From having never climbed a mountain in her life to ascending Everest during a magnitude 7.8 earthquake, Sara’s journey is as thrilling as it is inspirational. Sara Safari is an author, speaker, mountain climber, advocate for women’s empowerment, and board member of Empower Nepali Girls. In 2015, she received the prestigious Global Citizen Award from the United Nations in recognition of her humanitarian work with Nepali girls and her continued efforts to end human trafficking. She’s also received an award for Outstanding Practice with Broad Impact in the area of women and leadership from International Leadership Association. Sara will be the first Iranian in history to climb the Seven Summits, the seven highest peaks in each continent by July 2018. She is climbing on behalf of women worldwide who don’t have the opportunity to live their lives fully expressed and on their own terms. Jeffrey Kottler is an impassioned humanitarian and the founder of Empower Nepali Girls, a nonprofit that protects and mentors lower caste Nepali girls, a group at great risk to be forced into early marriage or sold into sex slavery. For the past 45 years, he has worked as a counselor, therapist, and educator in mental health centers, nongovernmental organizations (NGO), and disaster relief settings. Jeffrey is clinical professor of psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and the author of over 100 nonfiction books.

A LOOK INSIDE Acknowledgments Preface

It was like I was vibrating. And it was two o’clock in the morning. I’d eaten so many protein bars and B12 vitamins that I doubted I would ever sleep tonight with all the energy in my system. My knees were still vibrating from 1. Going Beyond Myself Going Beyond Myself the caffeine I’d consumed, or the lack of oxygen, or excitement, or something 2. Instruction Manual for Climbing Everest else. It was scaring me because my legs wouldn’t stop wiggling, as if they 3. Adventures in the Andes had a life of their own and weren’t even connected to me at all. I wondered if 4. I Followed Sara’s Footsteps I should wake up a guide and tell him what was happening. Maybe it meant 5. A New Plan I was dying. I tried to listen to music to calm down, but the battery was dead 6. A Dream Come True because of the cold. I took the battery out and put it in my underwear to try to 7. Preparations and Training warm it up. After about a half-hour, I tried again and it lasted long enough to 8. A Prayer to the Gods play one song. It was 4 AM but we still had hours to go. 9. View of Everest The night seemed endless, but finally it started to get light, and I knew 10. Finally Ready for Everest we had an important day ahead of us. For the first time, we would be tackling 11. Base Camp and Beyond the most technical part of the climb, an ice wall that required us to use our 12. Inside a Blender crampons and ice ax. It was slow going for sure, especially because we needed 13. All is Lost time to get into a rhythm and work as a team. Much of the way, all I could think 14. I Can Still Hear the Children Screaming about was the chocolate bar I had been saving when I needed it most: this was 15. Back Home going to be that special occasion. I was actually hungry for the first time in a 16. Meanwhile, Back at the Epicenter of Another while. I had skipped dinner because they were serving MREs (meals-ready-toQuake eat), which are what soldiers eat when they are on the battlefield. They were so disgusting I just settled for a handful of almonds and I couldn’t wait to get Aftermath at the chocolate bar. Author Bios After several hours of climbing, we took a break to rest for a few minutes. I immediately took off my pack and started digging into my bag for the treat, setting things aside, balancing one of my two water bottles on the ledge while I searched further. Success! Just as I grabbed the chocolate bar at the bottom of a pocket, my pack touched the water bottle and I watched with horror as it tipped over the edge and rolled down the glacier. Lakpa, always quick on his feet, started to run after it, but then thought better of the idea when the bottle picked up further momentum and slipped down into the clouds.

Health & Wellness HEALTH & WELLNESS

Craving for Ecstasy and Natural Highs explains how the pursuit of pleasure can result in compulsion and loss of control, and explores positive ways to achieve lasting happiness. It provides insight on how to improve quality of life and how to offer support to students, clients, family, or friends whose lives may be compromised by addiction. Timely and comprehensive, the text addresses current topics related to drug use and society, including the medicalization, legalization, and widespread availability of THC, the complex problem of prescription and black-market opioid and heroin abuse, nicotine’s effects on the brain, the growing popularity of e-cigarettes and hookah bars, and more. Early chapters address addiction through topics such as pleasure and the brain, food addictions and the ways food can alter neurochemistry, and the effect of stress hormones on mood. Later chapters discuss the prevention and treatment methods discovered within the past decade, namely the introduction of natural highs – such as exercise, meditation, and eating well – to children to help them achieve pleasure and reduce stress without the use of dangerous substances. Highly readable and engaging, Craving for Ecstasy and Natural Highs will appeal to those interested in addictive behavior, physical and mental health practitioners of all kinds, and anyone interested in discovering healthy ways to find satisfaction, wellness, and a natural sense of elation in life. Harvey B. Milkman, Ph.D., earned his doctorate at Michigan State University. He is professor emeritus in the Department of Psychology at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where he specializes in cognitive-behavioral approaches to mood alteration. He is visiting professor at Reykjavik University in Iceland. Stanley Sunderwirth, Ph.D., is professor emeritus at Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis and the author of numerous publications on brain chemistry and its effect on mind, mood, and behavior. He holds a Ph.D. in organic chemistry. Katherine G. Hill, Ph.D., is associate professor of psychology at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Her areas of expertise include psychopharmacology, and cravings and addictions. Illustrator Kenneth Axen, Ph.D., is a research scientist who has written and illustrated books on physiology, exercise physiology, and pulmonary disease.

History HISTORY

EAST ASIA AND THE WEST An Entangled History By Xiaobing Li, Yi Sun, and Wynn Gadkar-Wilcox 520 pages | 978-1-63487-115-0 | Anticipated list price: $45.95 | ÂŠ 2019 East Asia and the West: An Entangled History gives readers a comprehensive overview of modern East Asian civilizations. Many standard texts on the subject matter overlook critical areas such as Vietnam, thus leaving out major aspects of Asiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship with the west. In contrast, East Asia and the West features material on China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam and focuses on how all these areas developed into modern nations through their interactions with western ideas and military power. The introduction includes background information on ancient kingdoms, centralized empires, Confucianism, and the tribute system. The units of the text explore early western contact with East Asia, the impact of westernization, specific wars and revolutions, and the rise of the East Asian nations as modern powers in their own right. Carefully researched and featuring transliteration notes, maps, and an expansive glossary, East Asia and the West illuminates contemporary East-Asian history, international relations in modern East Asia, and discusses the relationships and history of East Asia and the west. Xiaobing Li earned his Ph.D. at Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Li is a professor of history and the director of the Western Pacific Institute at the University of Central Oklahoma. Yi Sun earned her Ph.D. at Washington State University. Dr. Sun is associate professor of history and director of the Asian Studies Program at the University of San Diego. Wynn Gadkar-Wilcox earned his Ph.D. in Southeast Asian studies at Cornell University. He is professor of history and non-western cultures at Western Connecticut State University.

History

Many undergraduates struggle to fully understand the size of the earth and the diverse environments to which human beings have successfully adapted. An Atlas of Human Prehistory gives readers an appreciation for the sheer size of the earth and the diverse geographies through which humanity and our ancestors have migrated and settled over millions of years. The book’s unique formatting allows readers to read a stand-alone topical essay on the left-hand page, which refers to the accompanying detailed maps and diagrams on the right-hand page. The maps and diagrams provide additional details and enable students to “see” human adaptation across time and space. This fresh, engaging approach covers hominin evolution, important fossil sites, early dispersal around the world, biocultural and subsistence adaptations, and the establishment of ancient civilizations. An outstanding blend of words and visuals, An Atlas of Human Prehistory gives readers excellent graphical representations of the chief lessons of our shared past and a greater understanding of the pace of movement across time. It is an excellent supplement for courses in archaeology, ancient history, human geography, and physical anthropology. Cameron M. Smith completed his undergraduate studies at London’s Institute of Archaeology and Durham University, learning paleoanthropology through two field seasons at Koobi Fora, Kenya. He went on to pursue his Ph.D. in archaeology at Simon Fraser University in Canada, specializing in stone tool analysis and continuing to excavate sites worldwide. Dr. Smith is now a faculty member at Portland State University, where he teaches courses in world prehistory and field and laboratory methods. His research interests include evolution, biocultural adaptation, cognitive evolution, and the archaeology of Pacific Northwest Coast.

A LOOK INSIDE Chapter 1: Principles of Evolution Chapter 2: The Primate Order Chapter 3: Species Dispersals, the Archaeological Record, and Dispersal Technologies Chapter 4: Evolution of the Genus Homo Chapter 5: Out of Africa Chapter 6: Earl Dispersals of the Genus Homo Chapter 7: Dispersals of Homo sapiens Chapter 8: Biocultural Adaptations of Humanity and Evolution of Domestication Chapter 9: Features of Ancient Civilizations Worldwide Chapter 10: The World in 1500 CE

An understanding of the evolutionary process has given us a context in which to situate living things generally; now we may situate humanity in the animal kingdom as one of roughly 200 primates. Primates are mammals characterized by a number of distinctive features, including: • emphasis on vision as the main sense • reduction of smell as a significant sense (note small snouts on primates as compared to, say, dogs) • presence of fingernails rather than claws • diverse diet, including grasses, leaves, roots, and other animals • large brains relative to body size, compared to other land mammals • complex social dynamics, including long period of parental care for young Primate origins are found as early as 65mya, occurring around the time of the extinction of the dinosaurs, likely as a result of a cometary impact with the earth. Like many other small mammals of the time, after dinosaur extinction, the primates flourished and diversified into many forms, some filling ecological niches vacated by the dinosaurs. Fossil remains allow us to reconstruct the early primates, which appeared something like today’s lemurs; my own reconstruction of an early primate in its arboreal (in the trees) habitat is seen in sketch C, which depicts a rather large snout, before the evolutionary transition to vision as the most significant sense (still, the eyes are rather large). Note also the hands and feet, which are very dexterous, facilitating climbing and grasping. The primary adaptive radiations of the primates and the fossil material (largely crania) that form a large part of the evidence for these radiations is depicted in Figure 2.1. Keep in mind that a great deal can be learned from even tiny and fragmentary fossil remains; the shape of the teeth, forexample, tells us about diet, which in turn can tell us about habitat. The shape of the limbs reflects locomotion (how the animal moved), also telling us about habitat as well as body size, which in turn tells us about caloric requirements and thus diet. We will see many more such extrapolations when we come to the fossil record of the early hominins. Adaptive radiations are significant evolutionary events that result in major changes in the lineage resulting from adaptations to new ecological circumstances. The first primate radiation occurred about 60 million years ago, establishing the essential primate body form and involving dietary changes, including an addition of fruits and seeds to the largely insectivorous (insect-eating) diet. The second radiation (about 50 million years ago) included the shift of anatomical investment from olfaction (sense of smell) toward vision as the primary sense. The third radiation (about 40 million years ago) included significant increases in body size (from roughly squirrel sized to roughly cat sized) and the evolution of prehensile tails—used in climbing, like an extra hand—among the New World primates, which diverged around this time from the Old World as the Americas were separated by waterways from Africa and Europe. The fourth radiation, around 25 million years ago, included the branching of Old World primates into the smaller monkeys that ate a largely leafy diet (foilvory) and the larger apes, which continued to eat leaves but included more fruit in their diet. The fifth major radiation, not long after 7 million years ago, included the origin of the hominins, apes that habitually walk upright; this radiation included adaptation to more open terrain than that of our common ancestors with the genus Pan, today represented by our closest living relative, the chimpanzee.

Performing Arts PERFORMING ARTS

Music in Film: Settling the Score introduces readers to the dynamic world of film and, more specifically, the art of film music. The text explores the various reasons for including music in film, the essentials of sound, the origins of film, scoring techniques, the business of film, and more. The book emphasizes the early development of music in the silent film era, which helped shape the way we understand film music today. The book guides readers through the development of film music by examining the composers of yesterday and today, as well as the musical genres that have helped shape this vital industry. Readers learn about what music accomplishes in film, early recording techniques, Hollywood’s influence on film music, the re-emergence of romantic scoring, and more. Music in Film provides readers with the essential tools they need to understand some of the most important aspects of music for the cinema without necessarily having any musical training. The text is well-suited for courses in film music, film, history of the cinema, and film appreciation. It is also an ideal text for novice film composers who are trying to break into the business. Joseph Turrin studied composition at the Eastman School of Music and the Manhattan School. He is a faculty member at the Hartt School, Rutgers University, Montclair State University, and Kean University. Mr. Turrin has produced works in many musical genres, including film, theater, opera, orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber music, electronic, jazz, and dance. His compositions have been performed throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States. He has received awards from the National Endowment on the Arts, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, the United Nations, American Music Center, National Band Association, as well as Roger Ebert’s “Thumbs Up” Award, several fellowships from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, and an honorary degree from the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester. His opera, The Scarecrow, was commissioned by a consortium of twelve universities and premiered at the University of Texas at Austin, where Mr. Turrin was Composer in Residence in 2006.

Performing Arts

Dance & Cultural Diversity examines the art of dance within the context of different cultures. In doing so, the readings in the text connect dance to academic disciplines such as anthropology, sociology, psychology, and philosophy. Based on the core belief that dance is much more than a form of entertainment or artistic expression, the text demonstrates that dance also has the power to provoke intellectual thought, promote the communion of people from all social classes and walks of life, and reveal the undeniable commonalities of the human experience, while also serving as a valuable tool for expressing cultural diversity. The study of dance as presented in this text transcends music and movement and becomes a study of humanity. The chapters in Dance & Cultural Diversity explore the essence of dance, dance in American Indian culture, Polynesian culture, African culture, and South American culture, and the African influence on American dance. The book also covers dances of East Asia, India, and Bali, and the healing properties of dance. The chapters explores specific types of dances, historical and political aspects of geographical areas, and the effect that dance has on the members of each community. Dance & Cultural Diversity is appropriate for courses on dance, world traditions, and cultural diversity. It can also be used in cultural anthropology and global society courses. Darlene O’Cadiz graduated with her M.A. in theater and dance from California State University, Fullerton where she is currently a lecturer. She has performed in regional dance companies in Southern California and her desire to teach dance and cultural diversity stems from research in exploring different cultures through the medium of dance. Professor O’Cadiz challenges students to analyze life from a philosophical perspective, encouraging them to create a better life for themselves, and apply their knowledge to build a better society for all.

Performing Arts

Written by an actor and educator who has experienced thousands of auditions, and who also teaches in a highly competitive drama program, Auditioning for Actor Training Programs combines practical advice about every aspect of auditioning, from choosing an audition piece to preparing the audition itself, and includes interviews with twenty eight auditors who recruit for the most competitive actor training programs in the country. Part 1 begins by addressing audition preparation, particularly for undergraduate programs. Part 2 features interviews and gives readers insight into “the other side of the table.” Part 3 addresses expectations and requirements for graduate programs, while Part 4 presents interviews with graduate program auditors who discuss the specific types of students they seek. Part 5, written primarily for parents and supporters, offers practical guidance about how to have productive conversations regarding educational choices and future career options. With its comprehensive overview of the audition process and insight into the perspective of auditors, Auditioning for Actor Training Programs is an outstanding resource for students at the high school level planning to study dramatic arts in college, and for students and professionals preparing for graduate program auditions. Elizabeth Terrel earned her M.F.A at Northern Illinois University. She is an associate professor at Western Michigan University, where she teaches voice and dialects, movement, and the acting laboratory specialty series. In addition to her work with the university, Professor Terrel is a drama coach and a professional actor on camera and in theatre. She is a founding member of Backbone Ensemble Theatre and a member of both the Actor’s Equity Association and the Screen Actor’s Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

Philosophy PHILOSOPHY

Unified Philosophy: Interdisciplinary Metaphysics, Cyberethics, and Liberal Arts presents an integrated vision of metaphysics, ethics, and philosophy and posits that philosophy is actually a form of theoretical and applied metaphysics. This integration forms the foundation of general education, or what is considered to be liberal arts and sciences. The book shows how introductory philosophy courses can be adapted for freshman and faculty orientation to 2 and 4 year colleges, and universities, and senior reorientations revising traditional capstones. The book opens with an outline of the general theory of metaphysics, which creates the underlying framework for all subsequent chapters. Having identified four options for subject-object relations, the book then applies these to examinations of linguistics, hermeneutics, determinism, the ethics of economics as cyberethics and cybereconomics, and the social sciences. The book also dissects “lifeworld” into “object” and “methodological” or “approach” lifeworld and shows through semantics that human factors engineering as probably identified with metaphysics as theoretical and applied. Other topics for intellectual discourse include public versus private property, God, empirical and rational knowledge, and technology’s relation to science and art. Written in recognition of ethics and metaphysics as fundamental components of philosophy and the quest for wisdom, Unified Philosophy is a thought-provoking text for readers interested in theology, ethics, and engineering. It shows how human factors engineering integrates with theoretical and applied metaphysics, and redefines civil engineering as the framework for all other engineering except military engineering. With its focus on philosophy as an integral part of liberal arts and sciences, it is also an excellent supplement for courses in economics, anthropology, and the arts. Michael M. Kazanjian, who holds a master’s degree in philosophy from De Paul University, is an instructor of philosophy at Triton College in Illinois. He is the author of the books Phenomenology and Education: Cosmology, Co-Being, and Core Curriculum and Learning Values Lifelong: From Inert Ideas to Whole. Professor Kazanjian is a member of the American Philosophical Association and the Association for the Development of Philosophy Teaching.

Professions & Careers PROFESSIONS & CAREERS

SOCIAL POLICY FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT A Systems/Dialectical Perspective By Thomas W. Roberts 360 pages | 978-1-5165-2116-6 | Anticipated list price: $65.95 | ÂŠ 2019 Social Policy for Child and Family Development: A Systems/ Dialectical Perspective is designed to help readers think critically and dialectically about social policies that affect children and families. Based on the belief that no single policymaking position has all the answers, the book offers a model that reduces the tendency to present only one viewpoint. As they move through the text, readers use this model to evaluate the effectiveness of specific policies. The book addresses issues such as alcohol, nicotine, and drug use during pregnancy, poverty, education, family development, and technology. The material also discusses child abuse and neglect, social media and ethnicity, and the future of social policy on child and family development. Each chapter includes a pre-test, a section on key terms, guided study questions, and a debate activity. Thomas W. Roberts is a professor in the Department of Child and Family Development at San Diego State University. He teaches courses in family studies and public policy. His research interests include attachment in long-term marriages, parenting, applying neuroscience to marital therapy, and the role of religion and ethical values on family development. He has numerous publications and is the author of the book A Systems Perspective of Parenting: the Child, the Family and the Social Network. He is the founder and President of Improving Developmental Experiences Across the Lifespan (IDEALS), a 501(c)3 non-profit. Dr. Roberts received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia in 1984.

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A Beginner’s Guide to College Success is designed to address a wide range of topics that are of interest to aspiring or new college-age readers, including financial decisions, choosing an area of study, adapting to new responsibilities, managing time wisely, and more. The guide begins by introducing the reader to the way college is structured and walking the reader through the preparations required to embark upon a college career. Preliminary chapters help the reader explore the value of a college education, begin to consider a major, and better understand the role credits, grades, and degrees play in the higher education system. Later chapters address the challenges different types of students—military veterans, those with disabilities, and student athletes, to name a few—may face as they transition from high school to college. These chapters also cover best practices for communicating with faculty members, succeeding in large lecture classes, dealing with reading assignments, how to get the most out of online learning, and more. The guide closes with a collection of chapters dedicated to studying, preparing for exams, and taking advantage of campus resources, including the library, to bolster personal learning. Full of tips and practical advice, A Beginner’s Guide to College Success is a useful resource for any reader considering college and wondering how it differs from high school. Jonathan Golding, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Kentucky. He is the creator and author of the Beginner’s Guide to College Success blog, as well as numerous books, journal articles, and book chapters within the field of psychology. Philipp Kraemer, Ph.D., is the Chellgren Endowed Chair for Undergraduate Excellence and a professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Kentucky. David Royse, Ph.D., is a professor in the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky. He received his master’s degree in social work from the University of Louisville and his doctorate degree in social work from Ohio State University. Dr. Royse has authored or co-authored eight books and over 75 articles and book chapters addressing various topics in social work, health care, child welfare, and program evaluation.

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LIFE PERFORMANCE FOR STUDENTS Creating Your Best College Experience By Stephen D. Curtis 248 pages | 978-1-5165-3560-6 | Anticipated list price: $59.95 | ÂŠ 2019

Life Performance for Students: Creating Your Best College Experience guides readers through the process of setting academic and life goals and then building the skills, personal knowledge, and optimal mind frame to achieve those goals. The text features neuroscience and psychology research to help readers better understand the natural biological and psychological barriers to success. Building upon this scientific knowledge, the book features effective and sustainable interventions that improve individual performance. Initial chapters challenge readers to set large educational goals and identify the new study habits and personal living choices required to attain those goals. In following chapters, the book uses neuroscience and psychology findings to explain why they are likely to resist these new behaviors in favor of more comfortable, longstanding but less effective old habits. The final section provides readers with a proven, interactive mental strength training program that helps them cultivate optimal conditions for the creation of the new thoughts and behaviors required for high levels of academic performance and life quality. Stephen D. Curtis, Ph.D., HSPP, is a neuroscience-trained clinical psychologist with 30 years of experience helping patients, groups, organizations, and companies create change, improve skills, achieve higher levels of success, and understand and overcome the natural resistance to change. He has contributed book chapters on the topics of recovery after brain damage and performance psychology. Dr. Curtis is using fMRI, EEG, and brain perfusion methods to examine the brain bases for both resistance to new behaviors and the role of anxiety and stress in that resistance.

Psychology & Self-Help PSYCHOLOGY & SELF-HELP

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY A Storytelling Approach By Leonard Newman and Ralph Erber 766 pages | 978-1-5165-1905-7 | $155.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Social Psychology: A Storytelling Approach uses a true storytelling approach to educate readers about the potential of research in the field to shed light on influences on human behavior. The narratives engage readers as they gather knowledge about the field. Readers learn about social perception and social inference, the self, and persuasion and attitude change. They discover how compliance, conformity, and obedience affect behavior, and investigate group processes, interpersonal attraction, and intimate relationships. The latter sections of the text address the darker aspects of social psychology through a review of the literature and stories about prejudice, discrimination, aggression, and violence. The final chapter is devoted to the social psychology of genocide and terrorism. Each chapter elaborates on the applications of social psychology to health and law, explores the dark and light side of social psychology, and provides readers with opportunities to think like a social psychologist. Social Psychology is a high-interest, engaging text for both beginning and advanced level survey courses in social psychology. Leonard Newman, who earned his Ph.D. in social-personality psychology at New York University, is an associate professor at Syracuse University, where he is area director of the social psychology program and associate director of the psychology department. His research interests include social stigma, psychological defense, and public perceptions of psychological research. Dr. Newman is co-editor (with Ralph Erber) of Understanding Genocide: The Social Psychology of the Holocaust. Ralph Erber, who earned his Ph.D. in psychology at Carnegie Mellon University, is a professor of psychology at DePaul University. His research concerns how people deal with unwanted feelings, thoughts, and relationships. Dr. Erber is co-author (with M.W. Erber) of Intimate Relationships: Issues, Theories, and Research.

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MEASURING HUMANS Fundamentals of Psychometrics in Selecting and Interpreting Tests By Bonnie A. Green and Harold O. Kiess 176 pages | 978-1-5165-0806-8 | $54.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Beginning with historical background and early approaches to testing, Measuring Humans: Fundamentals of Psychometrics in Selecting and Interpreting Tests gives students a foundational understanding of critical concepts in the discipline. The book covers test classifications, criteria, and norms, as well as test construction, reliability, and validity. Each chapter begins with a concrete, reader-friendly example of testing and builds on that example throughout the chapter to demonstrate the principles of psychometrics at work. All chapters include a review section that highlights a specific test from beginning to end, and examines how each principle of psychometrics has been incorporated into it. Designed to provide the context necessary for addressing complex topics, the book is an invaluable resource for learning how to select and interpret tests. Clear and accessible, Measuring Humans can be used by those with a minimal background in statistics. It is well suited to courses on measurement and testing in psychology, education, and business, or classes that address evaluation in social science settings. Bonnie A. Green, who holds a Ph.D. in psychology from Lehigh University, is a professor of psychology at East Stroudsburg University. Her areas of expertise include applied statistics and psychometrics. She conducts research in student success and pedagogical practices. Dr. Green is co-author (with Harold Kiess) of Statistical Concepts for the Behavioral Sciences, fourth edition. Harold O. Kiess earned his Ph.D. in experimental psychology at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. He went on to serve as a research psychologist for the United States Army and a professor of psychology at Framingham University. Now a professor emeritus, Dr. Kiess is the author of several books on statistics and research methods.

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CRISIS AND TRAUMA COUNSELING Unique Forms of Helping By Eric Owens and Richard Parsons 270 pages | 978-1-5165-2803-5 | $66.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Crisis and Trauma Counseling: Unique Forms of Helping introduces readers to the nature of crisis and provides them an overview of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions required by mental health professionals to successfully assist in a time of crisis. The book begins by providing readers with a definition of crisis and an explanation of the nature of crisis work. Section I discusses what a crises is and how it differs from other events, why crises have a significant impact on those who experience them, the crisis cycle, an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physical, psychological, and emotional responses to crisis, and the unique practice of crisis intervention. Section II teaches students how to assess the severity of a crisis, how to identify clients at risk of self-harm or harm of others, and how to recognize disorders such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and acute stress disorder. Section III addresses the many faces of crisis, presenting information on intimate violence, disaster recovery, terrorism, mass shootings, and hostage situations. This section also provides students with settingspecific crisis intervention techniques, strategies for developing an identity as a crisis counselor, and an overview of legal and ethical issues in crisis intervention. Written to provide students with a comprehensive look into the world and complex responsibilities of a crisis counselor, this text is ideal for those interested in clinical mental health counseling, addiction counseling, social work, family counseling, and school counseling. Eric Owens, Ph.D., is an associate professor and chairperson in the Department of Counselor Education at West Chester University. In addition to teaching, He has published on issues related to crisis intervention and trauma counseling, and has presented nationally and internationally on these topics. Richard D. Parsons, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at West Chester University. He has had a private clinical practice for over 40 years and serves as a consultant to educational and mental health institutions in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Dr. Parsons has authored or co-authored over 80 professional articles and books, including over 35 professional and graduate level text in the areas of mental health and counseling.

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INTENTIONAL GROUP COUNSELING Best Practices for a Multicultural World By Farah Ibrahim, Allen Ivey, Paul Pedersen, and Mary Bradford Ivey 404 pages | 978-1-5165-1266-9 | $86.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Intentional Group Counseling: Best Practices for a Multicultural World provides readers with essential best practices for conducting group counseling sessions in a diverse society. The text presents the latest research in applied psychology and group counseling, and also breaks down the complex art of leadership into individual skills using the Microskills approach. Embracing an experiential learning framework, readers are guided through the practical application of learned Microskills in real-world group settings to further develop their competencies within dynamic environments. The book begins with best practices for intentional group leadership, ethics, cultural competence, and social justice in group work. Later chapters focus on listening and process skills, managing conflict and confrontation, and how to employ interpersonal influence to help clients explore logical consequences, group feedback, and meaningful reflection. The text closes with discussions of alternative theoretical approaches to group work, strategies for working with children and adolescents, and how to develop a personal leadership style. Designed to help future clinicians prepare to lead diverse populations through effective and profound group sessions, Intentional Group Counseling is ideal for those seeking information in group work, group counseling, social work, and psychology. Dr. Farah Ibrahim earned her doctorate degree at Pennsylvania State University and currently serves as a professor of counseling psychology and counselor education at University of Colorado, Denver. Dr. Allen Ivey earned his doctorate in counseling at Harvard University and is the distinguished university professor emeritus at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Paul Pederson was professor emeritus at Syracuse University and recipient of the 2010 APA Distinguished Contributions to the International Advancement of Psychology Award. Dr. Mary Bradford Ivey earned her doctorate at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and is a fellow of the American Counseling Association.

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ESSENTIAL THEORIES OF COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY Everyday Practice in Our Diverse World By Dr. Carlos Zalaquett, Dr. Allen Ivey, and Dr. Mary Bradford Ivey 468 pages | 978-1-5165-1428-1 | $89.95 | ÂŠ 2019 Essential Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy: Everyday Practice in Our Diverse World is the first book to provide an integrated presentation of relational competencies, microskills, and theories. Clear and concise, it gives an overview of current theories, presents bestknown evidence-based relationships and practices, and explains how theories apply to counseling and psychotherapy. The book demonstrates theories in action through intentional, ethical, culturally-sensitive interviewing examples and exercises. It closes the gap between theory and practice through reflective exercises, case studies, in-class activities, and engaging video demonstrations. Relevant multicultural and microskills, plus neuroscience information are integrated into each chapter. Essential Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy is an ideal foundational text for courses in human services, behavioral healthcare, counseling, marriage and family therapy, pastoral counseling, psychology programs, rehabilitation services programs, social services, substance use and addictions programs, and social work programs interested in counseling and psychotherapy theories. Dr. Carlos Zalaquett is a professor in the Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education at Pennsylvania State University. He is the vice president for the United States and Canada of the Interamerican Society of Psychology and the president-elect of the Pennsylvania Mental Health Counselors Association. Dr. Allen Ivey earned his doctorate in counseling at Harvard University and is distinguished university professor (emeritus) at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He is a past president and fellow of the Society for Counseling Psychology of the American Psychological Association, as well as fellow of the Society for the Psychological Study of Culture, Ethnicity, and Race and the Asian American Psychological Association. Dr. Mary Bradford Ivey earned her doctorate at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. A fellow of the American Counseling Association, her elementary guidance program was named one of the top ten in the United States. She has lectured widely throughout the United States and internationally, and is the author of multiple books, chapters, and articles.

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CASES IN MULTICULTURAL CLINICAL SUPERVISION MODELS, LENSES, AND APPLICATIONS

By Theodore R. Burnes and Jeanne E. Manese 444 pages | 978-1-5165-1676-6 | $84.95 | ÂŠ 2019 Cases in Multicultural Clinical Supervision: Models, Lenses, and Applications is an application-focused guide for mental health providers delivering clinical supervision to diverse populations in a variety of contexts and settings. The casebook emphasizes the need to not only provide competency-based supervision, but also for supervising clinicians to understand and practice cultural competency within their work. Viewing diversity through a wide lens, the text calls to attention myriad cultural dynamics that impact the process of mental health supervision, both between supervisors and trainees, and trainees and their clients. The casebook is divided into seven distinct sections: Supervision Competence; Diversity; Supervisory Relationship; Professionalism; Assessment, Evaluation, and Feedback; Problems in Professional Competence; and Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations. These sections progress from foundations of clinical supervision in mental health contexts to increasingly detailed and complex clinical examples, all within a multicultural framework. Throughout, the casebook presents a variety of interventions used in actual training settings, and includes the perspectives of field supervisors and clinicians-in-training. Full of clinical examples and opportunities for practical application, Cases in Multicultural Clinical Supervision is well suited for mental health supervisors-in-training or practicing mental health professionals delivering clinical supervision. Theodore R. Burnes, Ph.D., has multiple professional appointments as a consultant, faculty member, and as a licensed psychologist in private practice. He is the director of Training and Continuing Education Programs at the Los Angeles Gender Center. He currently serves as an accreditation consultant and trains for the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health in the areas of law and ethics and clinical supervision. Jeanne E. Manese, Ph.D., received her doctorate from the University of Maryland, College Park with a specialization in counseling psychology. She completed a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in education from Harvard University. Dr. Manese is a practitioner-scholar-consultant and has served as director of the Counseling Center at the University of California, Irvine for over a decade.

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BASICS OF GROUP COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY An Introductory Guide By Jerrold Lee Shapiro, Lawrence Peltz, and Susan Bernadett-Shapiro 364 pages | 978-1-5165-3250-6 | $82.95 | © 2019 Basics of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy: An Introductory Guide provides a unique combination of step-by-step basics of group counseling and psychotherapy and considerable depth of understanding of the intricacies of group process. Readers learn how to identify what is going on in their groups, what interventions are most likely to be effective, and when to make those interventions. The text is divided into three parts: The Core of Group Process and Leadership, Pragmatic Considerations, and The Future. Part I offers a thorough introduction to brief, closed groups, guidance through four key phases of group counseling and psychotherapy—preparation, transition, treatment, and termination—and practical advice regarding leadership, therapeutic interventions, the essentials of training, ethical practices, and co-therapy. In Part II, the book dives into more advanced material, specifically addressing how to work with clients with difficult behaviors and offering the reader structured exercises and techniques they can apply in groups. Part III provides a perspective on the current state of group work and its future, touching on diversity, training, research, and more. Written by counselors and therapists who have conducted group counseling and psychotherapy sessions for decades, Basics of Group Counseling and Psychotherapy is an invaluable resource for individuals who are new to group treatment and for those experienced group therapists looking for a review. Jerrold Lee Shapiro, Ph.D., is a professor of counseling psychology at Santa Clara University, a retired licensed clinical psychologist, and a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. Dr. Shapiro has been leading groups and studying group process for over fifty years. Lawrence Peltz, Ph.D., is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice. He earned master’s degrees in counseling and guidance (University of Hawaii) and systems management (University of Southern California), and his Ph.D. at the California Graduate School of Family Psychology. Susan Bernadett-Shapiro, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice, specializing in the use of cognitive and psychodynamic approaches. She earned her B.S in nursing and master’s degree in mental health nursing at the University of Hawaii, and her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology

Sciences SCIENCES

No Manual? No Problem! Strategies & Interventions to Help Your Child Thrive in Today’s World is an essential book for parents who are looking for proven solutions for the many challenges that kids face today. With over 60 years of combined experience in education, teaching and parenting, Monica Reinhard-Gorney and Perk Musacchio offer a comprehensive resource for parents that explains how children develop at all stages and provides progressive research on child and brain development. The authors identify common “culprits,” such as poor diet, too much screen time and lack of play, which can inhibit healthy social, behavioral and physical growth and development. To combat these culprits, they reveal over 100 safe, drug-free interventions and strategies backed by science to encourage the body and brain to perform optimally, and even show the potential to improve symptoms of ADD/ADHD, fine and gross motor deficits, and other learning disabilities. Shared alongside this information are personal accounts of successful implementation of the various strategies and interventions. In addition, the book brings to light why some parenting styles are effective while others fall short, helping you to cultivate and nurture a parenting style that works best for you and your child. No Manual? No Problem! empowers you to take an active role in your child’s development at all stages so that your child can reach his or her full potential.

Monica Reinhard-Gorney, M.S.Ed., is the owner of a private practice, the founder of Synergy, a college-counseling group that offers summer essay writing boot camps and college preparation to students across the country and globe, a wife, and a mother of two. In her counseling practice, Monica wears two hats. She helps students prepare for college visits, interviews, graduate school, and to enter the job market following college graduation. She also helps connect students and parents with educational resources and interventions to increase school success in grades K-12. Previously, Monica worked as a school counselor, balancing her time between a top private boarding school and one of the highest ranked public school districts in the state of Pennsylvania. She earned her master’s in school counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. Perk Musacchio, M.Ed., is the owner of Skills2Soar, LLC, an educational consulting company, a wife, a mother of three, and a grandmother of four. She previously taught students in grades K-5 in one of the highest ranked public school districts in the state of Pennsylvania. Perk has over 40 years of experience working with students of varying cognitive abilities, emotional needs, learning styles and disabilities, mastery of the English language, and levels of autism. Working with diverse populations has provided her with extensive experience in the areas of curriculum and program development, instructional techniques, behavior management strategies, crisis prevention and intervention, leadership, and professional development and consultation. Perk earned her master’s in education from Temple University.

A LOOK INSIDE We understand that parents are bombarded with a lot of information, and when compartmentalized by topic, it may seem like these problems exist in isolation. However, our book addresses the cumulative problem, because when you look at all of the things in our world that are having an impact on children, their development, and their success in the classroom and beyond, the problem becomes significant, and in some cases, we’d even say staggering. Being a parent or an educator has never been easy, but it is even more challenging in today’s world, because the reality is that our world, our classrooms, and children have changed. Mental health issues are on the rise. The quality of our food supply has become very controversial, and food allergies are now also on the rise. Other unsettling facts that reflect the way our children’s experience in society have changed include: children are becoming more sedentary and childhood obesity is on the rise; there is now a diagnosis for device or gaming addiction; and in 2014, the CDC reported that over 10,000 toddlers, ages 2-3, are on stimulant medications for ADHD alone. The reality is that all of these issues have an impact on children and their ability to function. Unfortunately, the government’s primary solution to the declining academic performance of children has been to change the nature of educational curriculum and instruction, funding programs like the Common Core, No Child Left Behind, and its recent replacement, the Every Child Succeeds Act. More and longer school days, ramped up grade level expectations, standards that are often developmentally inappropriate, high stakes testing, and monster loads of homework are creating an unprecedented level of student and familial stress. The fact is that this approach is a narrow and one-dimensional analysis of a multidimensional problem. This approach does not take into account other factors, or “culprits,” as we refer to them in this book, that are having an impact on children’s overall health and well-being, which ultimately impacts academic performance. We’ve identified 5 culprits that interfere with a child’s optimal developmental trajectory and discuss them in greater detail in chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7. They are: • Poor nutrition • Environmental toxins • Lack of unstructured and creative play • Overuse of screens and technology • Overscheduled, busy lifestyles The information in this book has the potential to invaluably change the lives of children, especially those who are facing physical, emotional, or learning challenges. We share important facts about how your child’s brain and body work and effective strategies that you can implement in your home that can ease the challenges you may be facing with your child’s learning and/or behavior. We also introduce you to more involved interventions and therapies that can be implemented with the help of professionals to dramatically improve the symptoms associated with many learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral diagnoses. Now, more than ever, children need us to step up and make change happen. Our hope is that you come away from this book feeling empowered, because with the proper knowledge, everyone can be a part of the solution – this book is just the beginning. Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Alarming Statistics Chapter 2: How the Brain Works Chapter 3: Knowing the Milestones from Infancy through Late Adolescence Chapter 4: Food and Nutrition – What You Need to Know Chapter 5: What Happened to Play? Chapter 6: The Hidden Dangers of Screen Time Chapter 7: Achieving Balance in a Busy World Chapter 8: Parenting Styles Chapter 9: Strategies that Build a Strong Foundation Chapter 10: Interventions and Therapies for when You Need More Conclusion

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Economics & Finance ECONOMICS & FINANCE

ECONOMICS OF THE FOOD SYSTEM By David Blandford, James Dunn, and Alan Webb 410 pages | 978-1-5165-0986-7 | $95.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Economics of the Food System provides a comprehensive overview of the food system, beginning with the physical and geographical context of United States agriculture. Concepts and tools of applied economics are then used to analyze the structure and economic characteristics of each component of the food system. Over the course of the text, readers learn about agricultural supply, demand, and prices, market elasticities and derived demand, food processing, wholesaling, retailing and food service, and the international food market. They also study the role of transportation, the law of one price, risk management, storage, and emerging issues and challenges for the food system. Throughout the text, the focus is on how markets function to ensure that people have the food they want to eat, when and where they want to eat it. As they read, readers will have constant opportunities to consider the key forces that shape the food systemâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ongoing evolution. With its comprehensive coverage of all aspects of food system economics and its attention to practical economic applications, Economics of the Food System is ideal for those interested in agricultural economics or agribusiness. David Blandford, who holds a Ph.D. in agricultural economics from the University of Manchester, is a professor emeritus of agricultural and environmental economics at Pennsylvania State University. His teaching and research interests include agricultural and food policy, and international trade. James Dunn, who holds a Ph.D. in agricultural economics from Oklahoma State University, is a professor emeritus of agricultural economics at Pennsylvania State University, where his teaching and research focused on agricultural policy and food industry economics. Alan Webb holds a Ph.D. in agricultural economics from Oklahoma State University and served 14 years as trade economist with USDA before joining Winrock International as a consultant on agricultural development. He held teaching and research positions at the University Putra Malaysia and National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan.

Engineering ENGINEERING

Thermodynamics: Fundamentals and Applications for Chemical Engineers explores the concepts and properties of thermodynamics and illustrates how they can be applied to solve practical problems. The book introduces the fundamentals of thermodynamics for multiphase, multi-component systems, providing a framework for dealing with problems in chemical engineering including mixing, compressing, and distilling fluids. The first eight chapters of Thermodynamics focus on singlecomponent thermodynamics, introducing important concepts that will be referenced throughout subsequent chapters. Later chapters introduce modeling for multi-component systems. Topics covered include: properties as a function of state variables; first and second law of thermodynamics; power cycles, combustion, refrigeration cycles, and heat pumps; equilibrium phase relationships; correlations and calculations of vapor-liquid equilibrium data; elementary theories of solutions; and the efficiency of multicomponent separation and reaction processes. The Second Law of Thermodynamics, availability concepts, and process efficiency receive extensive coverage. The clear, wellorganized sequence of the chapters helps students successfully learn and retain information. Each of the fifteen chapters includes updated sample problems that underline key principles and problem-solving steps. The book has numerous appendixes for quick reference on everything from conversion factors to Francis constants, and from properties of pure substances to thermodynamics tables and Diagrams. Thermodynamics can be used by chemical, petroleum, and mechanical engineering departments in introductory and intermediate courses on engineering thermodynamics and thermodynamics fundamentals. Born and raised in Chile, Miguel T. Fleischer earned his M.S. and Ph.D. in chemical engineering from the University of Houston where he is an adjunct professor and the undergraduate program director of the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Department. He has received the Outstanding Lecturer award of the Cullen College of Engineering four times, the University’s Teaching Excellence Award, the Cullen College of Engineering’s Career Teaching Award, and the Cullen College of Engineering’s Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award.

Foreign Language FOREIGN LANGUAGE

PRACTICAL CREATIVITY Activities and Ideas for Your Language Classroom By Anne Cummings Hlas 256 pages | 978-1-5165-1333-8 | $51.95 | ÂŠ 2019

Practical Creativity: Activities and Ideas for Your Language Classroom supplies world language, dual language, and English as a second language educators with a research-based model for using creativity to support language acquisition in the classroom. The book includes innovative learning exercises and teaching guidelines that are based on research of the cognitive and sociocultural aspects of creativity and learning. Part I of the text helps instructors understand the role of creativity in language learning and teaching. The chapters outline the characteristics of creativity, ways to nurture inherent creative potential, divergent and convergent thinking skills, and creative challenges that can connect language and play in the classroom. Part II helps educators apply theory to practice by teaching them how to employ creative, multimodal learning experiences for their students. The chapters examine various strategies and specific activities to integrate multiple modes into the classroom. Examples include the use of gestural language to enrich spoken messages, the use of digital media in the classrooms, and the introduction of tactile materials to bolster learning. Featuring research, theory, creative challenges, and suggested multimodal activities, Practical Creativity is an ideal text for language educators who wish to revitalize their classroom with creativity-inspired lessons. Anne Cummings Hlas is professor of Spanish at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. She has taught language methods courses and Spanish at all levels for more than 20 years. Additionally, she has conducted several workshops on creativity and has authored numerous academic articles for journals such as Foreign Language Annals, Hispania, and The Language Educator.

Mathematics MATHEMATICS

LINEAR ALGEBRA Edited by Patrick Zulkowski 184 pages | 978-1-5165-0255-4 | $74.95 | ÂŠ 2018

A basic understanding of linear algebra is integral to success in practicing science, engineering, and finance, as well as achieving fluency in the language of mathematics. Linear algebra has countless applications, yet most standard textbooks in the discipline make it difficult for students to learn linear algebra in a single semester. Linear Algebra is a streamlined, single-semester textbook developed for students in the first two years of college studies. The book makes use of an informal narrative structure, blended with concrete applications, to introduce students to linear systems of equations, vectors and abstract vector spaces, matrices, and determinants. The text also covers eigenvalues and eigenvectors, inner product spaces, and complex numbers. Developed to build an intuitive understanding of the subject matter in a relatively short presentation, while also helping students recognize why linear algebra is important and how to master it, Linear Algebra is appropriate for any course involving linear algebra instruction, including those in engineering and the sciences. Patrick Zulkowski holds both a Ph.D in mathematics from Johns Hopkins University, and a Ph.D. in physics from the University of California, Berkeley, where he is currently serving as a post-doctoral researcher in refined optimization techniques for finite-time nonequilibrium transitions of mesoscopic and quantum systems. Dr. Zulkowski is also a faculty member at Berkeley City College. His courses include algebra for statistics, precalculus, calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. He has written on numerous topics for the journal Physics Review.

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INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA The Why and the How By Mathew Baxter 352 pages | 978-1-5165-0303-2 | $75.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Written for students with some previous exposure to algebra, Intermediate Algebra: The Why and the How focuses on explanations of steps and practical advice on how and why things are done in certain ways when solving algebraic equations. The book begins with the real number system and then moves students through linear equations, lines, equations, and systems, and inequalities. Students also learn to work with polynomials, rational expressions and equations, radicals, and quadratics and functions. Each of the eight chapters is organized into distinct lessons and instruction followed by exercise sets, so that students can master skills at a comfortable pace and build on them successfully. The instructional component emphasizes preparing students for more advanced courses by introducing them to the necessary concepts in an accessible and level-appropriate way. Intermediate Algebra helps students become comfortable with the small details in math that make a big difference in overall competence and success. Thoughtfully developed with clear instruction and examples, as well as numerous practice opportunities throughout each lesson, the book is well suited to courses in the discipline. Mathew Baxter earned his Ph.D. in mathematics at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Baxter is currently a faculty member at Florida Gulf Coast University, where he has taught introduction to statistics, intermediate algebra, pre-calculus and calculus, and the history of math. He has served as a reviewer for Abstract and Applied Analysis, Mathematical Problems in Engineering, and Applied Mathematics and Computation, and his own professional writing has appeared in journals such as Physica Scripta, Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences, and the Journal of Mathematical Physics.

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APPLIED DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS FOR THE REAL WORLD An Applications-Based Approach By Rick Moscatello 262 pages | 978-1-5165-0547-0 | $83.95 | ÂŠ 2018 While many standard texts on differential equations emphasize theory, Applied Differential Equations for the Real World: An ApplicationsBased Approach explains how to actually create and solve differential equations for real-world situations using clear, concise language to make the concepts easily accessible to students. The book begins with an explanation of basic applications. Subsequent chapters cover separable equations, first-order linear differential equations, and Bernoulli equations. Students also learn exact differential equations, second-order constant coefficient homogenous linear differential equations, non-homogenous differential equations, and methods for non-constant coefficient differential equations, each with specific real-world applications. Each chapter includes definitions of key terms, which are highlighted in the text, and frequent problem sets after the introduction of each new concept. With its practical, applications-based approach, Applied Differential Equations for the Real World is well suited to introductory courses in the discipline, particularly those for students of mathematics and engineering. Rick Moscatello earned his masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in statistics with an emphasis on probability at the University of South Florida, and pursued post-graduate studies at Tulane University. He is now a faculty member at Louisiana State University, where he has taught courses in algebra, calculus, multivariate calculus, linear algebra, and probability theory, as well as differential equations. He most recently authored the article Satisfied with Poverty: An Argument for Ending Welfare.

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Designed to put statistics within reach of those who do not have strong mathematical backgrounds, A Non-Mathematician’s Guide to Statistics is a friendly, conversational introductory textbook. The information, sample problems, and practice tests are ideal for those in any field that collects and processes data without requiring mathematical skills beyond algebra. Emphasizing discussion, demonstration, and illustration, the book gives clear, understandable information that helps readers answer questions such as “What is a standard deviation?” “Why would someone prefer regression to ANOVA?” and “How do you actually use Bayes’ Theorem?” The material is organized into four chapters that cover descriptive statistics, estimation and hypothesis testing, regression, and discrete probability. Each chapter includes suggestions for further reading, a glossary, and class-tested mock examinations. Readers will find that A Non-Mathematician’s Guide to Statistics emphasizes the practical, workplace use of statistics skills. Richard Flint studied mathematics and theology at the University of Notre Dame, statistics at Cornell University, and public policy and The University of Chicago. Now a faculty member at the College of DuPage in Illinois, he has taught courses in statistics, calculus, college algebra, programming, and computer applications for 30 years.

A LOOK INSIDE Preface Chapter 1: Descriptive Statistics Chapter 2: Confidence Intervals, Hypothesis Testing, and ANOVA Chapter 3: Linear Regression Chapter 4: Discrete Probability Appendix 1: Mathematical Prerequisites Appendix 2: Useful Excel Commands

This is a wonderful time to study statistics. Apps make it inexpensive and convenient to collect and analyze data; social media firms, pollsters and physical scientists increasingly employ analytic and data mining techniques to make sense of data patterns; and digitization makes possible the collection of Big Data, immense collections of records that were hard to imagine only a few years ago. It seems that any field that relies on quantitative methods is experiencing a renewed interest in statistical methods. Gone are the days when students needed advanced courses in mathematics to make sense of statistical methods. Statistics is still closely allied with mathematics, and the more calculus, linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, and numerical analysis, among others, the better one will understand the basic principles and results; but these subjects are no longer barriers to entry. Anyone who needs a data set described or graphed, or needs to run a statistical test, can easily find the routine and instructions, upload the data, and create a suitable presentation. This book is written for the person who needs to use statistics, or is curious about its basic results and techniques, but does not care to invest years in building the appropriate theoretical framework; the person who wants to collect and analyze bivariate data, say, and needs the tools and definitions spelled out clearly, with examples and explanations. This book is also written for students who, enrolled in a college or graduate-level course, forgot their basic statistics or never quite mastered all of it, or for some other reason needs a refresher. And it will be valuable for those in the general public who have never taken statistics and do not plan to, but are merely curious about what statistics is. Having taught college mathematics since 1987, including quite a lot of statistics as well as calculus, computer programming, computer applications, and many other topics, I recognize the need for a book such as this one: easy to read but still covering the important topics while motivating them and explaining their important properties. Increasing numbers of students who have not taken the traditional route—four years of high school math, culminating eventually in Precalculus, or Calculus—now also need to take Beginning Statistics, or at least learn its main elements; but they don’t always have the intuition that develops from years of doing mathematics, and anyway, many statistics textbooks are still written for people who have done math for years. Such books are fine, but this one is intended to fill the gap. Although many colleges require completion of Precalculus or equivalent as a precondition, statistics actually uses very little algebra. If you forgot it, or lost your old algebra book, I provide a brief review of the algebra we will need in Appendix 1. I’ve put the emphasis on discussion, demonstration, and illustration.The reader is encouraged to approach the text as a conversation, just as if (s)he were to chat with the instructor after class. If someone were to ask me “Why would someone prefer regression to ANOVA?” or “How do you actually use Bayes’ Theorem?” or—as actually happened once with a colleague in the English department—“What is a standard deviation?” I would try to give a clear answer, without too much theory, using terms I hope (s)he would understand. I have also written this book in this manner.

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Ethics for Professionals: A Human Rights, Internationalist Perspective uses case studies and scenarios to educate engineering and other professionals and students about the role of ethics in the world of work. Using human rights as an international framework and a religiously neutral basis for ethics, this text focuses on honest ethics – people trying to be as ethical as possible given their actual work situations. Topics are broadly focused to reflect multicultural awareness. Examples of professional ethics challenges are chosen from around the world. The book includes contemporary issues such as outsourcing, considering sexual identity and orientation when hiring, and the new human rights legal framework, while retaining classic examples of ethical dilemmas in the practice of engineering, such as the Ford Pinto disaster, and addressing new challenges such as from information technology and self-driven cars. Ethics for Professionals increases students’ awareness of the ethical questions they will encounter in their working lives and gives them the discernment and skills needed to deal with these issues. Dedicated to helping students learn about and implement ethical practices in their careers, Ethics for Professionals is well suited to any professional program where ethics is taught, particularly in engineering fields. S. Ratnajeevan H. Hoole holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University and a D.Sc. degree with an emphasis in engineering from the University London. A Fellow of the IEEE, he is a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Michigan State University and a pioneer in the teaching of human rights to engineers. India’s Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers gave Professor Hoole its 2015 Gowri Memorial Gold Medal for his work on ethics for engineers. Mariyahl Mahilmany Hoole is a program development consultant based in San Francisco, California, specializing in conflict resolution and the empowerment of women and youth. She has worked with local communities in South Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East to strengthen practices of equality and human rights. She has designed rights-based approaches for peace and equality for National Peace Council (Sri Lanka), Generations for Peace (Jordan), and is currently at the Global Fund for Women in the United States.

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TEACHING CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY Series on Career Development in Criminology and Criminal Justice By Shelly L. Clevenger and Jordana Navarro 178 pages | 978-1-5165-2556-0 | Anticipated list price: $39.95 | © 2019

Teaching Criminological Theory is designed to help novice instructors of criminological theory courses become the best and most effective teachers possible. This comprehensive guide provides insight, information, examples, anecdotes, and supplemental materials to help instructors effectively develop their ability to competently and efficiently teach criminological theory to their students. Over the course of seven chapters, new theory instructors will learn how to construct an effective syllabus, make a positive impression on the first day of class, apply tried and true teaching methods to criminological theory instruction, engage students in new ways, and use student evaluations to continue to improve their course. The text also discusses the common challenges in teaching criminological theory, as well as the myriad opportunities that can make teaching the subject especially gratifying. Boasting accessible and highly applicable content, Teaching Criminological Theory is an ideal text for instructors who are new to teaching criminological theory courses. Shelly L. Clevenger, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Criminal Justice Sciences at Illinois State University. She earned her bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees in criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has published numerous book chapters and articles on victimology and sexual assault. She has also been recognized for her teaching in these areas by Illinois State University with both college and university Faculty Teacher of the Year Awards and the 2016 American Society of Criminology, Division of Victimology, Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award, and 2017 American Society of Criminology, Division of Critical Criminology and Social Justice Teacher of the Year Award. Jordana Navarro, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of criminal justice at The Citadel. She received her bachelor’s degree in political science, master’s degree in criminal justice, and doctorate in sociology from the University of Central Florida. She has authored and co-authored a plethora of journal articles and book chapters on cybercrime, geographic information systems, victimology, and sexual violence.

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Basic Psychopharmacology Principles: A Quick Guide for Mental Health Professionals introduces readers to basic concepts of psychopharmacology to help them develop a broad understanding of drugs and how they work in the body. Readers learn the risks and benefits of psychotropic medications, how to identify side effects and adverse reactions, basic lab testing procedures, and how to apply pharmacological concepts to patient education and advocacy. Part I of the guide familiarizes readers with basic principles of pharmacology including drug types, the structure and function of the central nervous system, fundamental pharmacological concepts, and an overview of adrenergic and cholinergic neuronal systems. Part II discusses patient diagnosis and treatment, as well as biological markers and diagnostic testing. Part III dives deeper into clinical psychopharmacology, addressing how psychotropic medications interact with depression, psychosis, anxiety, trauma, pregnancy, and more. The guide concludes with a section on clinical considerations in which students are encouraged to apply biopsychosocial assessments and analyze clinical cases using the biopsychopharmacological model. Written for future clinicians who will not prescribe medication but would benefit from a working knowledge of psychopharmacological interventions, Basic Psychopharmacology Principles is ideal for courses in social work, psychology, counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Kimberly Finney is a board certified clinical psychologist and a clinical associate professor in the Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work at the University of Southern California. She is also a retired United States Air Force officer, who served as the director of Mental Health Services, a flight commander, and an Air Force Space Command mental health consultation. Dr. Finney was one of four Air Force psychologists—and one of approximately 150 psychologists nationwide—credentialed to prescribe medications for the treatment of psychological disorders. She holds a Psy.D. in psychology from Wright State University and a post-doctoral master of science in psychopharmacology from Nova Southeastern University.

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WRITER’S WORKSHOP IN THE COLLEGE CLASSROOM Cultivating Original Voices in an Authentic Context By Gail A. Bauman, Ph.D. 104 pages | 978-1-5165-2364-1 | Anticipated list price: $57.95 | © 2019 Designed for education students and pre-service teachers, this text covers every aspect of how to implement the Writer’s Workshop in the College Classroom: Cultivating Original Voices in an Authentic Context teaching model in a college classroom. The book shares the author’s unique experiences in teaching higher education writing courses and demonstrates the principles and practices necessary to successfully conduct a Writer’s Workshop at the university level. Gail A. Bauman earned her Ph.D. in elementary education from Florida State University and went on to complete post-doctoral work at a variety of institutions including Stanford University. An experienced elementary school educator, Dr. Bauman also served for twenty five years as a professor of elementary education at Florida A&M University, as well as the assistant director of the university’s accelerated schools project. Her professional writing has appeared in The Reading Teacher, The Negro Educational Review, and the Florida Journal of Teacher Education. Dr. Bauman is a lifelong member of the International Literacy Association and the National Council of Teachers of English.

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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY By Robert Engel, A. David Baker, and JaimeLee Iolani Rizzo 1,560 pages | 978-1-5165-2228-6 | $148.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Organic Chemistry begins by addressing an issue of fundamental importance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the structure of organic molecules. With this as a foundation the book then uses interactive review of materials, in conjunction with very structured guidance, to help students progress through increasingly challenging topics within the discipline. Over the course of thirty one chapters students learn about organic compounds, the structure and reactions of carbon-carbon doubly bonded systems, and the polarity of carbon-halogen and carbonmetal bonds. They study alkanes and cycloalkanes, physical methods of structural elucidation, nuclear magnetic resonance, and infrared spectrometry. They become familiar with carboxylic acids and their compounds, heterocyclic compounds, synthetic polymers, and more. The material supports students in mastering the content by providing clear explanations and real problems that require thinking beyond memorization. Written for courses in chemistry and organic chemistry, Organic Chemistry is well-suited to a two-semester program for majors, as well as students in a pre-health professions track. It is an excellent companion text for classes that include a laboratory component and manual. Robert Engel holds a Ph.D. in chemistry from Pennsylvania State University. A professor at Queens College, his lab work focuses on the synthesis of organic salts for applications to physical and biological systems. A. David Baker is an emeritus professor of organic chemistry at Queens College. Having published extensively on ultraviolet and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and in heterocyclic chemistry, he is currently working on the use of density functional theory and other computational methods to probe the structures and stabilities of nanostructures. JaimeLee Iolani Rizzo earned her Ph.D. at the CUNY Graduate School and University Center. A professor at Pace University, her research addresses the synthesis of antimicrobial surfaces, an area in which she holds numerous patents.

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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY A Two-Semester Course of Essential Organic Chemistry By Viktor Zhdankin and Peter Grundt 380 pages | 978-1-63487-899-9 | Anticipated list price: $74.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Organic Chemistry: A Two-Semester Course of Essential Organic Chemistry is a concise and accessible textbook that covers the critical information a student will learn during a two-semester organic chemistry course. The book lays out the essential concepts of organic chemistry according to the requirements outlined by the American Chemical Society. The book begins with a chapter dedicated to covalent bonding and the structure of molecules. In later chapters, students study proton transfer reactions and stereochemistry. They explore nucleophilic substitution, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, spectroscopy of organic compounds, and more. The final chapters are devoted to amines, benzene and aromatic compounds, and an introduction to bio-molecules. Organic Chemistry provides students with a brief yet thorough exploration of organic chemistry basics. The book is an excellent resource for organic chemistry courses, particularly those at the undergraduate level, and can also be used by students as they prepare for standardized ACS, MCAT, PCAT, and Chemistry GRE exams, as well as other professional assessments. Viktor V. Zhdankin earned his M.S., Ph.D., and doctor of science degrees from Moscow State University. He is a professor of chemistry at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where he teaches courses in organic chemistry. Dr. Zhdankin has authored numerous articles, book chapters, and textbooks addressing various topics in the world of chemistry. Peter Grundt earned his Ph.D. from the University of Duisburg. He is an assistant professor of chemistry at University of Minnesota Duluth, where he teaches courses in organic chemistry. His research interests include bioorganic and medicinal chemistry, heterocyclic chemistry, and the design and synthesis of pharmacological tools to study the obligate parasite Toxoplasma gondii.

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CHEMISTRY A Fundamental Overview of Essential Principles By David R. Khan and Jason C. Yarbrough 812 pages | 978-1-5165-3610-8 | Anticipated list price: $100.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Written in a straightforward style, and tailored to majors and non-majors alike, Chemistry: A Fundamental Overview of Essential Principles gives readers a comprehensive introduction to contemporary topics in the discipline. The book is directed to the development of analytical, problem-solving and quantitative reasoning skills in a manner that is accessible to a variety of students from various courses of study. Students will learn about the structure of matter, compounds and formulas, the mole, chemical equations, and stoichiometry. The first half of the book covers solutions and aqueous chemistry, gases, atomic structure, and molecular geometry. Later chapters take a deeper dive into essential topics necessary for STEM majors such as intermolecular forces, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, thermochemistry, electrochemistry, and kinetics, as well as organic chemistry and biochemistry. Additionally, comprehensive homework problem sets allow students to reinforce and apply the concepts covered in each chapter. Chemistry is a highly effective instructional text that meets the needs of a broad student population. Its expansive coverage of the subject matter and inclusion of specialized topics make it appropriate for General Chemistry I and II. However, it is also ideal for one-semester introductory or survey courses. David Khan is an associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry at West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas, where he has served as a member of the faculty since 2009 and currently serves as the chair of the Department of Chemistry and Physics. Dr. Khanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s writings have been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of the American Chemical Society and Chemical Biology and Drug Design, as well as BMC Cancer. Jason Yarbrough is an assistant professor of chemistry at West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas, where he has served on the faculty since 2014. After earning a Ph.D. in chemistry from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas in 2003, Dr. Yarbrough went on to conduct post-doctoral research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following this, Dr. Yarbrough worked in the polymer industry for several years before joining the faculty at West Texas A&M University. He holds multiple patents and his writings can be found in numerous peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of the American Chemical Society, Macromolecules and Inorganic Chemistry, to name a few.

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SOLUTIONS MANUAL AND ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS FOR ORGANIC CHEMISTRY A Two-Semester Course of Essential Organic Chemistry By Viktor Zhdankin, Peter Grundt, and Sangeeta Mereddy 256 pages | 978-1-5165-2456-3 | Anticipated list price: $63.95 | ÂŠ 2018 Organic Chemistry is a companion workbook to Organic Chemistry: A Two Semester Course of Essential Organic Chemistry. The original problems from the textbook are included in full in this solutions manual. The problem solutions provide detailed explanation with reference to the related sections of the main textbook. This solutions manual can also be used as a source of additional problems to supplement any basic organic chemistry text or course. The problems cover all essential material within the requirements outlined by the American Chemical Society. Solutions Manual and Additional Problems provides excellent preparation for standardized ACS exams, MCAT, PCAT, Chemistry GRE, and other professional proficiency exams. It can also be used by multidisciplinary researchers as a basic reference book covering all essential concepts, terminology, and nomenclature of organic chemistry. Viktor Zhdankin earned his M.S., Ph.D., and Doctor of Science degrees from Moscow State University. He is a professor of chemistry at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where he teaches courses in organic chemistry. Peter Grundt earned his Ph.D. from the University of Duisburg. He is an assistant professor of chemistry at University of Minnesota Duluth, where he teaches courses in organic chemistry. Sangeeta Mereddy earned her M.S. in chemistry from the University of Hyderabad in India and her Ph.D. in chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology. She is an assistant professor of chemistry at the University of Minnesota Duluth.

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UNDERSTANDING EPIDEMIOLOGY Concepts, Skills, and Applications By Laura Wheeler Poms, Ph.D., M.P.H. and Rebecca Smullin Dawson, Ph.D., M.P.H. 248 pages | 978-1-5165-1625-4 | $107.95 | ÂŠ 2019

Understanding Epidemiology: Concepts, Skills, and Applications teaches undergraduate students the skills required to think critically about public health challenges. The text takes an interdisciplinary approach to solving epidemiological problems that mirrors epidemiology in practice. Students are exposed to the foundational principles of epidemiology and practice applying these principles using multiple methods. Students learn to read and use public health and health science literature to design appropriate epidemiological studies, ultimately becoming intelligent consumers of health information able to make distinctions and connections between public health practice and clinical medicine. The second edition includes additional case studies and examples designed to help undergraduates understand the concepts and applications of the science of epidemiology. New chapters on public health prevention and outbreak investigations, and material on emerging issues in public health have been added to illustrate the impact epidemiology has on the fields of public health and clinical medicine. Each chapter includes a set of comprehension questions to ensure that students understand the key concepts that are presented. There are also challenge questions at the end of each chapter that provide students with application opportunities. Specifically written for undergraduate students, the book does not assume a working knowledge of biostatistics. Understanding Epidemiology can be used in introductory epidemiology courses, as well as in public health study design and health sciences research methods courses. Laura Wheeler Poms earned her Ph.D. in industrial/organizational psychology and her M.P.H. in epidemiology from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, where she is now an assistant professor and undergraduate program coordinator for the B.S. in community health. Dr. Poms is a faculty fellow in the Office of Student Scholarship, Creative Activities and Research (OSCAR), which promotes undergraduate research across GMU. She is a GMU College of Health and Human Services Master Teacher Award recipient.

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Development and Physiology: The Biology of You provides a concise overview of major topics and recent findings in the fields of development and physiology. Unlike standard texts in the field, which can be cumbersome and overly general, Development and Physiology keeps written text to a minimum. It relies on illustrations to illuminate key concepts and directs readers to first-rate internet animation to demonstrate biological processes. Through engaging combinations of written and visual material, students will learn to master key concepts pertaining to animal reproduction, fertilization and development, cell differentiation, stem cell technology, and information flow through the nervous system. The book also addresses the sensory systems, muscles and body movement, the circulatory, respiratory, immune and endocrine systems, osmoregulation, nutrition, and digestion. More than just a textbook, Development and Physiology includes recommendations for vetted instructional strategies that can be incorporated into a “blended” course design for large classes. Development and Physiology is designed for use in a core course that is required in biology major programs but is also well-suited for use in an elective course. Barbara Kuemerle is a faculty member in the Department of Biology at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, where she teaches and conducts research on learning retention. She received her B.S. in molecular genetics and pursued her graduate training at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine, and at CWRU, earning her Ph.D. in genetics. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship in the Department of Neuroscience at The Cleveland Clinic. Her professional writing includes publications in The Journal of Neuroscience, Genetics, Behavioral Brain Research, and the Annual Review of Neuroscience.

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Electromagnetics By Arlon T. Adams and Jay Kyoon Lee SECOND EDITION

Electromagnetics is by no means an easy subject to grasp. Teaching materials in the discipline must be carefully prepared and organized to help guide students to success. Not only should such materials offer comprehensive mathematics and strong physical insights, they should also present alternative ways of viewing and formulating problems. Electromagnetics is wonderfully unique in its approach. With thorough examples, summary tables, figures, alternative formulations, and homework problems, this volume takes the electromagnetics student step-by-step through the intricacies of the subject, and builds up comprehension and application gradually. Examples are used to delineate a basic approach and to guide students from start to solution through complex problems. Special cases are considered to draw analogies, and to offer physical insights and interpretations. Finally, the book’s large problem set enables instructors to teach the course for several years without repeating problem assignments. During their many years of teaching electromagnetics, Adams and Lee became interested in the discipline’s historical aspects and found it useful to incorporate stories of the basic discoveries into the classroom. This book explores such rarely covered aspects of the subject. Included is a fascinating account of what Michael Faraday did when unexpected events occurred. With its lively description, this book helps students to imagine themselves taking the same steps as Faraday. Arlon T. Adams (Ph.D., University of Michigan) was a professor emeritus in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Syracuse University, where he taught and conducted research in electromagnetics for many years, focusing on antennas and microwaves. He served as electronics officer in the U. S. Navy and worked as an engineer for the Sperry Gyroscope Company. He is a Life Fellow of the IEEE from which institution he received eight prize paper and achievement awards. Jay Kyoon Lee (Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology) is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Syracuse University. He has received the Eta Kappa Nu Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher Award (1999), the IEEE Third Millennium Medal (2000), and the College Educator of the Year Award from the Technology Alliance of Central New York (2002).

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Human Anatomy and Physiology: Form, Function, and Homeostasis helps students understand the human body in terms of the structures and functions of various body systems. Clear and concise, the selected material provides descriptions of how major organ systems, individual organs, tissues, and cells interact to maintain homeostasis. The text establishes a conceptual framework for studying anatomy and physiology at the molecular, cellular, and systematic levels. The major chapters of the text include the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Chapters that focus on physiology begin with case studies that highlight major concepts and progress to discussions of the major processes that regulate homeostasis. All chapters include a list of learning outcomes that are aligned with a collection of study questions. Many standard texts provide more information than can be covered, even in a standard, two-course progression. Human Anatomy and Physiology streamlines information and focuses on the most important aspects of human form and function in a no-frills, non-intimidating manner. The book is specifically designed for standard two-course sequences in anatomy and physiology, and is best suited to students who have completed a semester of biology. Keith Schillo teaches in the biology department at the State University of New York, Oneonta. He earned his Ph.D. in endocrinology and reproductive physiology at the University of Wisconsin, and has taught human and animal anatomy and physiology for over 30 years. His writing has appeared in Endocrinology, Biology of Reproduction, the Journal of Animal Science, and Domestic Animal Endocrinology, and he is the author of Reproductive Physiology of Mammal: From Farm to Field and Beyond, from Cengage Delmar Learning. He is the recipient of a National Science Foundation grant for his work on “Revolution in Physiology Education: RIPE for Change.”

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This comprehensive text provides students with explorations of each developmental stage of the lifespan, beginning with conception and prenatal development and concluding with later life and an examination of successful aging. The text presents information within a biopsychosocial framework, covering biological, psychological, and social development and changes during each significant period of the lifespan. Susan Krauss Whitbourne is a professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her research focuses on personality and cognitive processes throughout adulthood. Her current projects include a study of personality from college through retirement and the use of video games in cognitive training for older adults. She is the author of “Fulfillment at Any Age,” a popular blog on Psychology Today. Cynthia Davis, Ph.D., is a professor of English at Santa Barbara City College and Antioch University, and a lecturer in the English Department at University of California at Santa Barbara. She earned her doctorate degree in English from the University of California at Santa Barbara.

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ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY An Integrated Approach By Julian Pittman 496 pages | 978-1-5165-1995-8 | $110.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Anatomy and Physiology: An Integrated Approach combines the study of anatomy and physiology into one well-organized and illustrated text. It teaches students about the purposes of organ systems, as well as their interconnections. It educates readers about interactions between systems and how disruption to a single system can impact overall function. The material in Anatomy and Physiology focuses on primary concepts and how to apply them. Linked learning strategies, section-specific references, and short summaries throughout each chapter emphasize and reiterate material to enhance learning and retention. Anatomically accurate, vibrant, realistic artwork helps readers visualize anatomic and physiological principles. Written as an integrative text, Anatomy and Physiology provides a consistent, balanced discussion of both anatomy and physiology within and across chapters. The book provides detailed information on the topics covered in the traditional, two-course sequence of collegelevel anatomy and physiology but avoids overwhelming readers with inessential information. It is suitable for courses on anatomy, physiology, and human biology, particularly those designed for programs in health care professions. Julian Pittman holds a doctorate from the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. His formal training is in neuroscience and pharmacology/toxicology, and he has taught anatomy and physiology at Christopher Newport University and William and Mary. Currently, Dr. Pittman is associate chair of the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Troy University in Alabama. In addition to teaching, Dr. Pittman maintains an active research program, where his research interests are focused on understanding the behavioral, neuroanatomical, and neurochemical substrates of anxiety and depression. Dr. Pittman is a member of the Society of Biological Psychiatry.

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HUMAN GEOGRAPHY A Serious Introduction By Barney Warf 552 pages | 978-1-5165-2902-5 | $149.95 | ÂŠ 2018

Written specifically for freshman-level human geography courses, Human Geography: A Serious Introduction gives students a thorough, rigorous grounding in the subject and its historical, economic, political, cultural, and urban dimensions. The book addresses early cultures, languages, religion, the rise of capitalism, and globalization as components of human geographical systems. Human Geography also explores developed and underdeveloped societies, population, political geography, urban geography, agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The book closes with a chapter on geography-related careers. Each chapter includes a preview of the main points, a post-reading summary, a glossary of key terms, and study questions to be used for in-class discussions or as writing assignments. Through reading Human Geography, students gain a historically contextualized understanding of how the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s geographies have been formed, from hunting and gathering societies to cyberspace. Barney Warf is a professor of geography at the University of Kansas. He holds a Ph.D. in geography from the University of Washington and is particularly interested in regional development including timber interests, ports, and commercial real estate trends. Dr. Warf has coauthored three geography textbooks and numerous book chapters, encyclopedia entries, and journal articles. His most recent book is Global Geographies of the Internet, and his professional writing has appeared in Geographical Review, the Journal of Geography in Higher Education, and Urban Geography. He is a member of the Association of American Geographers and the International Geographical Union.

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INTEGRATIVE ANATOMY REVIEW By Robert Tyler Morris 310 pages | 978-1-5165-0243-1 | $49. 95 | ÂŠ 2018

Integrative Anatomy Review provides readers with high-yield information while creating a dynamic working model. The text is based on an approach that begins with a discussion of essential concepts followed by select human cadaver views, concept maps, and synthesis exercises. Students work towards integrating even the most challenging information through retrieval-based learning. Six regions of interest are studied in this edition, including the back, lower limbs, upper limbs, neck, head, and thorax. In collaboration with 4D Anatomy, the reader can gain access to an extensive library of prosected cadaver images to further supplement the text. Developed with the goal of giving readers access to a unique style of learning that maximizes their chances for success, Integrative Anatomy Review is well-suited to courses in undergraduate human anatomy. It is also an excellent supplemental text for health professional students. Robert Tyler Morris earned his Ph.D. in medical physiology at the University of Missouri-Columbia, and completed a 3 year post-doctoral fellowship at Vanderbilt University as a scientist-educator in the School of Medicine. Dr. Morris is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Missouri State University, where he teaches clinical anatomy to undergraduate and health professional students. His research has been published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, the American Journal of Physiology, Cardiovascular Diabetology, and the Journal of Biomedical Nanotechnology. Dr. Morris is a member of the American Association of Anatomists and the American Physiological Society.

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Art, Art History & Design ART, ART

HISTORY & DESIGN

TWILIGHT FOR THE GODS The Art and History of Film Editing By Jack Tucker 978-1-5165-1930-9 | © 2019 Twilight for the Gods: The Art and History of Film Editing is a passionate exploration of the important role played by editing in the process of film-making and a functional guide to using editing most effectively. The book explains how an editor is, in many ways, responsible for the final rewriting of a script — and that editing is in reality a pictorial form of writing.

Jack Tucker is an Emmy-nominated member of American Cinema Editors, who was also the first recipient of the Robert Wise Award for Promoting the Art and Craft of Film Editing. He is an award-winning film editor and has produced, directed, and served as sound editor on dramatic and documentary films including Winds of War, Shogun, and Days of Thunder. Mr. Tucker is the founder of Cinemaeditor Magazine and a past officer of the American Cinema Editors. He teaches at California State University, Long Beach, and has lectured at Chapman University, CSUN, Ohio University, UCLA, and the Inner-City Filmmakers program.

ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND MANAGEMENT A Guide for Leaders, Supervisors, and Managers By Roxanne Helm-Stevens and Daniel Kipley 978-1-5165-2929-2 | © 2019 Organizational Behavior and Management combines theory with practical tips and techniques in content developed to help leaders, managers, and supervisors effectively guide people towards achieving organizational objectives and creating positive workplace cultures.

Roxanne Helm-Stevens has a D.B.A. in strategic management from Alliant International University and an M.B.A. from Azusa Pacific University. She is a professor and chair of Business Management Programs at Azusa Pacific, where she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in organizational behavior, management, business, and employee development.

Communication COMMUNICATION

Behind the Manipulation: The Art of Advertising Copywriting reveals the secrets behind the manipulation that is inherent in all brand advertising. It offers readers a step-by-step guide to writing brand advertising for all media—including social media. Readers learn about the history of brand advertising and its role in marketing, as well as the three major strategic theories of brand advertising. They learn how to think creatively and develop their own unique “voices” for campaigns. The book demonstrates the vital importance of visual thinking in brand advertising and the craft of writing headlines and body copy that support those visuals.

William Barre was a writer and creative director for thirty years at a variety of Chicago ad agencies, including JWT, Foote, Cone & Belding and Campbell-Ewald. He has done award-winning work for many of the world’s most famous brands and companies – Gatorade, Van Camp’s, Hallmark, McDonald’s, Gillette, Kellogg and dozens more. His awards are among the most prestigious in the industry, including Communication Arts’ “Award of Merit,” the Effie, Advertising Age’s “Top Ten Print Campaigns,” and the Clio. Professor Barre earned his M.S. degree from the University of Illinois at Campaign-Urbana and began teaching twelve years ago at Kent State University, then the University of Wisconsin. He currently is a lecturer at Central Michigan University.

By combining research and analysis from the fields of American history and intercultural communication, Unlocking the Master Narrative: History and Intercultural Communication helps students examine why we communicate the way in which we do, taking into account history, culture, worldviews, and the myriad ways in which we share information.

Professor Scott M. Finnie, Ph.D., is director of the Africana Studies Program at Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Washington, and has published numerous articles in the arena of civil rights and African American history. Professor Angela Davis Wizner, M.A., is an educator in the Department of Communication Studies at Spokane Community College in Spokane, Washington, and has 30 years of experience as an author, trainer, and activist in social justice issues.

Communication

Each year thousands of college and university students receive instruction in large classes that contain at least 100 students. Moreover, the large class is here to stay. This text investigates innovative pedagogies and strategies that have a scholarly foundation and are currently being used in face-to-face, blended, and/or online classes with 100 or more students. This new volume will cover information that is simply not found in other books on the market, yet offer innovative ideas about teaching large classes.

Co-editor Jonathan Golding has 28 years of teaching experience and, besides his work as a social scientist (social psychology), is an expert in teaching the large and mega classroom. Professor Kathi Kern is the Director of the Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) at the University of Kentucky. She earned a Ph.D. in American history at the University of Pennsylvania where she was a Mellon Fellow in the Humanities and a winner of the Dean’s Award for distinguished teaching. In the past 8 years, Co-Editor Catherine Rawn has taught more than 6000 students in courses as varied as introductory psychology, quantitative research methods, statistics, social psychology, and the teaching of psychology.

With a distinct emphasis on public speaking as a vehicle for social justice, Empowering Public Speaking: A Critical/Cultural Introduction helps readers develop foundational communication skills to successfully effect change. Readers learn about public speaking as a means of personal, social, economic, and cultural power, and how communication shapes social relations, identity development, and the sharing of scarce resources.

Dr. Deanna L. Fassett is a professor of communication pedagogy and Chair of the Department of Communication Studies at San Jose State University. She received her master’s and doctorate degrees in speech communication from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Dr. Keith Nainby is an assistant professor of communication at California State University, Stanislaus. He received his doctorate degree in philosophy with emphasis in communication pedagogy, performance studies, and the philosophy of communication from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.

Current Affairs & Politics

Listen to Succeed: How to Identify and Overcome Barriers to Effective Listening explores the need for authentic listening, identifies the barriers that prevent this, and offers insights and tools to the reader. Productive and thriving relationships, both in our professional and personal lives, rest on the ability to listen effectively. Verbal communication is a dialogue, a two-way transaction, and this book enhances our ability to listen without ego and judgment, and process what we are listening to while pushing our barriers aside.

Leslie Shore is a speaker, professor and author. She is the owner of Listen to Succeed, an organization that works with corporate entities and non-profit agencies to enhance personal communication skills and relationship-building.

CURRENT AFFAIRS & POLITICS

Reflections on Globalization, Democracy, and the Media is a book of essays reflecting on the history of the concept of globalization. Topics covered include: identity and empathy, the collapse of public opinion, coercion, propaganda and the evolution of global inclusiveness.

Now the Airlie Professor of Media and Public Affairs at the George Washington University, Lee Huebner served for fourteen years as Publisher and CEO of the Paris-based International Herald Tribune. During this time, the IHT, then owned by the New York Times and the Washington Post, became the world’s first newspaper with a broad global presence. Mr. Huebner also worked as a Special Assistant to the President of the United States and Deputy Director of the White House Writing and Research Staff during the Nixon administration. He came to that position from the presidency of the Ripon Society, a political research organization that he had helped to found.

Current Affairs & Politics

Undue Process: Taking the Law Out of Law Enforcement raises the reader’s awareness of an important constitutional issue that has yet to receive significant attention despite its impact on contemporary life, law, and society. This book analyzes how the vast expansion of private security has undermined citizens’ constitutional rights to due process and equal protection.

Michael Norris earned his Ph.D. in political science at the University of Nevada, Reno and now teaches college-level political science courses in Texas. In addition, Dr. Norris is an award-winning investigative journalist and editor. He has written numerous articles on wide-ranging topics, including the relationship between the media and the courts, and is the author of Reinventing the Administrative State from University Press of America.

A Statistical Examination of Global Economic and Social Problems examines social, economic, and political problems we currently face in all corners of our globe. “Live” data are used to illustrate the nature of and solution to issues such as income inequality, consumer/student debt, government deficits, corporate crime and many other dilemma we commonly witness on nightly news casts.

Dr. Allen L. Webster is a Professor of Finance & Quantitative Methods at Bradley University.

Current Affairs & Politics

INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS AND PROBATION An Applied Approach By Dennis J. Stevens 978-1-5165-2061-9 | ÂŠ 2019 Introduction to Corrections and Probation: An Applied Approach is a comprehensive text that covers wide-held beliefs about punishment, various prisoner interventions, history, sentencing, handling female and youth offenders and much more.

Dennis J. Stevens, Ph.D., is a retired criminal psychology professor and the director of Justice Writers of America. He has led intervention sessions among police officers in response to various crisis incidents and counseled high-risk prisoners throughout the United States.

AN INTRODUCTION TO MODERN ARAB CULTURE By Bassam Frangieh 978-1-5165-2629-1 | ÂŠ 2019

An Introduction to Modern Arab Culture introduces students to the main characteristics of the Arab people, their culture, and their society. The book closely examines Arab origins, identities, and values, as well as the importance of family and language. It also includes discussions of the Arab Spring, Syrian migration, and the contemporary crisis of Arab culture.

Bassam Frangieh, Ph.D., is a professor of Arabic at Claremont McKenna College and a scholar of contemporary Arabic literature and culture.

Current Affairs & Politics

The Militarization of the Police: Reality Versus Ideology explores and analyzes current theories surrounding the militarization of the police. Backed by his own research, Klein offers his perspective along with advice to further the conversation around policing and incarceration.

George C. Klein, Ph.D. is a Professor Emeritus of Sociology and Anthropology for 43 years at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines, Illinois. He worked as a part-time police officer for over eight years and is a trained hostage negotiator.

The History of Prime Time Television is a user-friendly textbook that chronicles television’s unique history from the drawing board to the living room, and beyond. Organized chronologically, the book begins by briefly addressing the age of invention and the birth of radio and television. However, the principal focus of the text surrounds prime time TV programming, homing in on the series that defined their respective decade by reflecting changes in the culture, style and values of the time, and how some went on to become iconic representations of 20th and 21st century America.

George Lee Marshall earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from San Diego State University. Professor Marshall currently lectures at the nationally acclaimed Dodge College of Film and Media Arts on the Chapman University Campus teaching TV history, business, and writing courses.

Current Affairs & Politics

FROM BLACKS TO BROWN AND BEYOND The Struggle for Progressive Politics in Oakland, California, 1966-2017 By Robert Stanley Oden 978-1-5165-1497-7 | ÂŠ 2019 From Blacks to Brown and Beyond: The Struggle for Progressive Politics in Oakland, California, 1966-2017 demonstrates the sophistication and importance of Oakland politics. This text provides a window into how decisions were made and the consquences of those decisions in a changing racial and ethnic urban landscape.

Dr. Robert Stanley Oden is a lifelong community and political activist from his hometown of San Diego and the Oakland/Berkeley communities in California. He is a former Black Panther Party member. He is currently a professor at Sacramento State University. He is the author of From Blacks to Brown and Beyond: The Struggle for Progressive Politics in Oakland, California, 1966-2011 (2012).

ORGANIZED CRIME The Essentials By Donald R. Liddick, Jr. 978-1-5165-3334-3 | ÂŠ 2019

Organized Crime: The Essentials is an up-to-date, concise and accessible synthesis describing and explaining the problem of organized crime. This text provides a comprehensive overview of core issues: history, theory, domestic and transnational manifestations, law enforcement responses.

Donald R. Liddick, Jr. is an associate professor of criminal justice at Penn State-Fayette, the Eberly Campus. He has been teaching an undergraduate organized crime class for much of the past twenty years. He has published a half dozen books and dozens of research articles.

Current Affairs & Politics

THE BUSINESS OF SPORT A Sociological, Psychological, and Historical Analysis of Sports through the Ages By Adrian J. Tan 978-1-5165-1654-4 | ÂŠ 2019 The Business of Sport: A Sociological, Psychological, and Historical Analysis of Sports through the Ages gives an extensive look at sports from the ancient times till the modern age; showing how sports have evolved through the years and have become a multi-billion dollar industry. Readers will also see how market forces can shape culture and individual choices and how those individual choices, no matter how personal they appear to be, have social implications.

Adrian J. Tan is a professor of Sociology and Psychology at the University of North Texas at Dallas. Tan is the author of three books: Humans and the Environment (2011), Million Dollar Muscle (2012), and Changing Relationships (2012).

FUNDAMENTALS OF CURRICULUM THEORY AND DEVELOPMENT By Abalo Adewui 978-1-5165-2214-9 | ÂŠ 2019

Through thought-provoking discussions, Fundamentals of Curriculum Theory and Development empowers future educational leaders and leaders in other professions with intellectual autonomy, integrity, perseverance, and fairmindedness when deliberating education, schooling and curriculum.

Abalo Adewui earned his Ph.D. in curriculum instruction and educational leadership at Oklahoma State University. He is a professor of elementary social studies methodology and curriculum theory and development in the College of Education and Human Services at Central Michigan University.

Current Affairs & Politics

Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare is a definitive resource for healthcare professionals that explores the complex and multifaceted issues that can arise in conjunction with ethics and the law.The book begins with a chapter dedicated to the history of healthcare ethics. Later chapters address the four principles of biomedical ethics, landmark court decisions and legislation in the context of healthcare ethics, informed consent and the patient-physician relationship, endof-life decision-making, and more. Comprehensive and complete, Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare provides healthcare professionals in helping and legal capacities the critical information needed to navigate the myriad ethical and legal issues that inform and influence modern healthcare.

David Lemberg, M.S., D.C., is associate faculty professor in the School of Health and Human Services at National University. He is a bioethicist and serves as a community member on the Biomedical Ethics Committee of a large medical center in the greater San Diego area. Dr. Lemberg received his M.S. degree in bioethics from Albany Medical College and his D.C. degree from New York Chiropractic College.

Written for individuals training to be therapists, those who are new to the practice, and seasoned therapists in search of a fresh, new approach, A Therapy Primer helps readers understand the complexities of the practice and build the skills needed to be successful within it. The book serves as a valuable handbook that provides practical, accessible information and advice that can be employed across a wide range of therapeutic disciplines.

Greg Berg, Ph.D., is an adjunct faculty member at Pima Community College. He earned his doctorate and master’s degrees in psychology from the University of Arizona and his bachelor’s degree in psychology from California State University-Fullerton.

Current Affairs & Politics

PUBLIC CHILD WELFARE A Casebook for Learning and Teaching By Sarah Carnochan, Lisa Molinar, Joanne Brown, Lisa Botzler, Karen Gunderson, Colleen Henry, and Michael J. Austin 978-1-5165-3682-5 | © 2019 Public Child Welfare: A Casebook for Learning and Teaching is one of the few texts in human services that features the presentation of complex child welfare cases for the purpose of pre-service and inservice education. It is designed to supplement existing child welfare curricula in both university programs and agency-based training programs. The casebook will enable readers and practitioners to engage in case-based learning using actual cases drawn from urban and rural county child welfare systems in California. Sarah Carnochan is the Research Director for the Mack Center on Nonprofit and Public Sector Management in the Human Services. Lisa Molinar, MA, is the President of Shared Vision Consultants, Inc., a human services consulting agency, specializing in child welfare.

Lisa Botzler worked in Kansas as a therapeutic case manager and a permanency supervisor for child welfare. Joanne Brown is an instructor with the Northern California Training Academy at the University of California Davis. Karen Gunderson is the chief of the Child and Youth Permanency Branch of the California Department Social Services. Colleen Henry is an Assistant Professor at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College at the City University of New York. Michael J. Austin is currently Director of the Mack Center on Nonprofit and Public Sector Management in the Human Services.

FROM OPPRESSION TO INCLUSION Social Workers Advancing Change By Gwenelle S. O’Neal 978-1-5165-3781-5 | © Fall 2018

From Oppression to Inclusion: Social Workers Advancing Change provides a framework for examining the history of oppression that perpetuates contemporary social divisions and maintains social injustice, promotes personal assessment regarding the social work values of appreciating diversity, and offers pathways for collaboration and capacity building with citizens to advance change that fosters justice.

Gwenelle S. O’Neal is a Professor at West Chester University in the Graduate Social Work Department. Dr. O’Neal teaches courses on oppression and inclusion, policy and community practice, and community-based prevention.

Psychology & Self-Help PSYCHOLOGY & SELF-HELP

SOCIAL MEDIA AND MENTAL HEALTH Depression, Predators, and Personality Disorders By Michael Arntfield and Joan Swart 978-1-5165-1800-5 | ÂŠ 2019

This text presents case studies and guidelines to help policymakers, educators, and criminal justice experts understand the grave effects of social media on mental health. The book examines the direct correlations between technology and the onset of significant personality and mood disorders, criminal violence, and other dysfunctional behavior, particularly in American youth.

Dr. Michael Arntfield is a leading global authority on the study and investigation of criminal offenders and their relationship with technology. He is an award-winning university professor, a regular commentator on crime in the media, and the author of numerous titles in the field of criminology. Dr. Joan Swart is a consulting forensic psychologist and lecturer in cognitive and behavioral theories at the Eisner Institute. She specializes in criminal psychology and behavioral analysis and serves on the Behavioral Science Consulting Committee of the American Investigative Society of Cold Cases.

COUNSELING NATIVE AMERICAN INDIANS Insights from Conversations with Beaver By Eugene Hightower and Turner Arthur Berry Jr. 978-1-5165-4030-3 | ÂŠ 2019

Counseling modern day American Indians without a knowledge of significant cultural values, social norms, and historical group trauma is doomed to failure. Counseling Native American Indians explains the role and practices of traditional healers in the American Indian society. It also goes into detail about the guiding principles underlining culturally appropriate counseling interventions with American Indians that must be respected by mental health professionals working with American Indians.

Eugene Hightower has extensive training in academic psychology from prominent universities: Harvard, UC Berkeley, and UC San Francisco. He received his doctorate in social clinical psychology from the Wright Institute. He is a licensed psychologist and past director of mental health services at the Native American Health Center in Oakland California.

Sciences SCIENCES

A User’s Guide for Planet Earth: Fundamentals of Environmental Science focuses on the fundamental components of Earth’s environmental systems, their interactions, and the way society affects and is affected by alterations in climate, ecosystems, hydrology, and the many other factors that determine our environment. Rather than attempting to include an overwhelming series of environmental anecdotes and peripheral information, this text distills the essential concepts involved in environmental science into a readily understandable and easily digestible form.

Dork Sahagian is an internationally recognized Earth and environmental scientist and shared Nobel Peace Prize winner. He earned his B.S. in Physics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, his M.S. in Geosciences at Rutgers, and his Ph.D. in Geophysics from the University of Chicago.

Cognition: A Psychophysiological Approach provides a concise account of modern cognitive science using an information-processing approach to describing and interpreting research findings. In addition, an applied perspective, using examples from clinical psychology, will provide the reader with an informed understanding of the role cognitive science plays in delineating and resolving the complex issues faced by researchers studying human behavior.

William G. O’Shea received his master’s degree in clinical neuropsychology and Ph.D. in cognitive psychology. He has taught cognitive psychology and related courses for more than 10 years.

Technology & Digital Media

Introduction to Earth Science is as entertraining as it is comprehensive and informative. Readers will find that is covers all of the basics – geology, the atmosphere and hydrosphere, and our place in space in comparison to the other occupants of this solar system. This text emphasizes application and will inspire a sense of responsibility in readers.

Austin Boyd has been in the education field for the last 14 years with teaching experience in Florida, New York and Arkansas, which is where he is presently located.

TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL MEDIA

Introduction to Computer Science frames discussions within the things that readers use in their own lives, keeping readers engaged, curious and anxious to learn more. This comprehensive text brings in a wide variety of computer science topics, giving an expansive overview of the field. Readers also learn valuable technical skills, such as how to format a web page with HTML and CSS, and how to write simple Javascript programs.

Perry Donham spent most of his professional career as a technical consultant and analyst in the financial services and healthcare fields, helping clients solve performance issues, build new systems, and solve tricky computational problems. His experience ranges from architecture of large systems to writing code to automate small problems. Mr. Donham currently lectures at Boston University.

Technology & Digital Media

In this text, six debates about the impact of technology in classrooms are discussed: whether technology enhances or diminishes academic performance, whether online or in-person teaching will impact the future of higher education, whether multi- or mono-tasking is optimal for tech-savvy students, whether technology isolates or brings people together, whether it is better to ban or train students on classroom technology use, and whether or not old teaching practices need to be updated to incorporate technology.

Dr. Nicholas Von Glahn has a PhD in experimental psychology and is an associate professor at Cal Poly Pomona. He has published a number of articles on cognitive topics relevant to learning, such as memory. Sara Langford is an Assistant Professor in Psychology and Sociology at Cal Poly Pomona. Anjana Narayan is an Associate Professor in Psychology and Sociology at Cal Poly Pomona.

TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL MEDIA

The Moving Image is an accessible, reader-friendly introduction to film textbook. This text covers the basics of how films are constructed, why they matter, and how to analyze them.

Nicole Richter is an Associate Professor in the Motion Pictures Program at Wright State University. Her work has been published in the Journal of Bisexuality, Short Film Studies, Feminism at the Movies, Queer Love in Film and Television and The Films of Wes Anderson. She is the founder of KinoFemme and KinoQueer, respectively women’s filmmaking and queer filmmaking collectives

Art, Art History & Design ART, ART HISTORY & DESIGN

An Abbreviated Art History: Western Traditions from the Renaissance to the Present is a condensed survey of western traditions in art from the fifteenth to twentieth centuries. It uses representative examples of artworks to demonstrate various styles and movements in painting, sculpture, architecture, and associated genres and discusses the historical, cultural, religious, and political context of each era. Clear and concise, An Abbreviated Art History serves as a textbook and as a reference for traditional courses or project-based learning.

A practicing architect who also serves as a special lecturer in art at Oakland University, Donna Voronovich earned her master’s degree in architecture at the University of Michigan. Professor Voronovich teaches courses in the history of western architecture, western traditions in art, and history and theory of graphic design.

COMMUNICATION

Concise and direct, Oral Communication is designed to help the reader become an effective communicator and public speaker. Topics covered include selecting and researching your topic, organizing your written speech and tips for memorization.

Gail-Ann Greaves-Venzen is a communication professor at Long Island University located in Brooklyn, New York.

Communication

Principles of Microeconomics teaches microeconomic concepts and theories in a concise, clear manner. It provides insight into the behavior of three important economic agents – individuals, firms, and governments – and discusses the interactions between these agents in a market economy. It explores how this behavior is manifested across a wide variety of countries and cultures including the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Mehmet Serkan Tosun is the Barbara S. Campbell Distinguished Professor of Nevada Tax Policy at the University of Nevada, Reno. He is also the Economics Department Chair. He is an IZA Research Fellow, OIPA Affiliate at Oxford, and ERF Research Fellow. He has been a consultant for the World Bank, IMF, and two UN agencies, among others. Pavel Yakovlev is an Associate Professor of Economics at Duquesne University. Antony Davies is an American economist, speaker, and author.

PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS An Incentives- and Examples-Based Approach to the Consequences of Economic Decisions By Anthony Noce 978-1-5165-3475-3 | © 2019 Principles of Economics: An Incentives- and Examples-Based Approach to the Consequences of Economic Decisions presents a thoughtful approach to the understanding of economics and its applicability to everyday life for students outside of the business fields. This text uses specifically chosen examples to illustrate the power of economic thinking and the consequences it has on everyday life.

Dr. Anthony Noce is a professor in the Department of Economics and Finance at the State University of New York - Plattsburgh. In 2017, Dr. Noce was honored with SUNY Plattsburgh’s prestigious Teacher Excellence Award for Lecturers.

Engineering ENGINEERING

FUNDAMENTALS OF TECHNOLOGY By Chenxu Yu and Thomas Brumm 978-1-5165-2216-3 | ÂŠ 2019

Fundamentals of Technology is a foundational text for engineering students. The clean, clear writing style supports readers as they engage with content on the fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, and thermal systems as well as the basics of scientific measurements, data analysis, and unit conversions. Specific topics covered include systematic and random error, physical quantities and their dimensions, scalars and vectors, conduction design, and data description and presentation.

Chenxu Yu holds a Ph.D. in biological systems engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He is an associate professor in the College of Engineering at Iowa State University, where his research focuses on bionanotechnology and biosensor development, and their applications in biomedical diagnosis and food and water safety. Thomas Brumm earned his Ph.D. in agricultural engineering at Iowa State University where he is now an engineering professor and the associate director of the Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods. Dr. Brumm researches post-harvest systems to ensure food security and how to eliminate inefficiencies in biorefineries for biomass storage.

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING WITH EXAMPLES IN R By Hongshik Ahn 978-1-5165-3110-3 | ÂŠ 2019 Probability and Statistics for Science and Engineering with Examples in R teaches students how to use R software to obtain summary statistics, calculate probabilities and quantiles, find confidence intervals, and conduct statistical testing. Based on years of classroom experience and extensively class-tested, Probability and Statistics for Science and Engineering with Examples in R is designed for one-semester courses in probability and statistics, and specifically for students in the natural sciences or engineering. The material is also suitable for business and economics students who have studied calculus.

Hongshik Ahn holds a Ph.D. in statistics from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Dr. Ahn is currently a professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Stony Brook University. He worked at National Center for Toxicological Research, FDA before joining Stony Brook University. Recently he served as the vice president of SUNY Korea. His research interests include treestructured regression and classification, bioinformatics, generalized linear modeling, and risk assessment. Dr. Ahn has been working on NIH grants on various biostatistical and medical researches. He has been published in three book chapters and over 60 peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Ahn also published a book entitled Mathematical Analysis of Genesis, from Shinil Books.

Mathematics MATHEMATICS

Intermediate Algebra: Keeping it Simple emphasizes the basic math skills students need to succeed in a variety of major fields of study. This student-friendly text is filled with clear examples and practice problems, and incorporates study skills to support developmental math students.

Judith Atkinson earned her master’s degree in mathematics and her Ph.D. in civil engineering at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks where she currently teaches both face-to-face and online courses as a tenured professor. Her main focus has been developmental level algebra courses. Dr. Atkinson also teaches a math course for non-science majors, business algebra and calculus, and math for elementary school teachers. She helped develop the UAF Math Fast Track program and coauthored a textbook to go along with the program. Prior to entering the field of teaching, Dr. Atkinson worked as a civil engineer for the Alaska Department of Transportation.

Pre-Algebra: Keeping it Simple emphasizes the basic math skills students need to succeed in a variety of major fields of study. This student-friendly text is filled with clear examples and practice problems, and incorporates study skills to support developmental math students.

Performing Arts

A Student’s Guide to Math Success: Overcoming Barriers is a book written for those transitioning into college who lack confidence in their mathematical ability and who want to approach the study of mathematics with a stronger toolbox of strategies associated with their feelings and beliefs about their ability. The book presents researchinformed concepts within a framework of real-life student stories, practical tips, and strategies to build positive, personal awareness about the study of mathematics.

Delbert Ferster, Ed. D. earned a master’s equivalence in mathematics education from West Chester University, a master’s degree in Educational Technology from Philadelphia University, and his doctorate in Educational Leadership from Immaculata University. Ann M. Heath, IHM, Ph.D. earned her master’s degree in mathematics from Villanova University and a doctoral degree in mathematics from Bryn Mawr College, in Pennsylvania. Mary Elizabeth Jones, Ph.D. earned her master’s degree in mathematics from Villanova University and a doctoral degree in information science and technology from Drexel University.

PERFORMING ARTS

Moving Meditation explores the intersection of creativity and the mind/body relationship. This text is especially useful for those studying or teaching performing arts at the university level.

Ellen Melamed is an Artist-in-Residence at the College of Fine Arts at the University of Arizona. She teaches the AT to instrumentalists, vocalists, dancers and actors. She is also a lecturer in the Department of Family and Community Medicine, where she teaches medical students an introductory course in Narrative Medicine.

Psychology & Self-Help

The Science of Music is intended to serve as the foundation of undergraduate courses in musical acoustics for student musicians. The text is meant to be an introductory “bare bones” collection of basic facts, equations, and concepts. Instructors can elaborate on them with their own demonstrations and examples. Topics include wave principles, resonance, spectra, intensity measures, the human auditory system, Gestalt psychology principles applied to audition, theory of musical scales, the nature of the orchestral instrument families, room acoustics, and audio technology.

Mark Ballora is an associate professor of music technology at Penn State University, where he teaches courses in basic music production, musical acoustics, history of electroacoustic music, and software programming for musicians. He is also a composer and a designer of sonifications of scientific datasets.

PSYCHOLOGY & SELF-HELP

Primer on Learning and Conditioning: A Quantitative Approach is a succinct, practical, and exercise-based learning and conditioning textbook designed to help students easily grasp key concepts in the field. The book emphasizes a conceptual perspective on associative learning and conditioning, and features a distinct focus on experimental design and quantitative analysis. Concepts such as modal action patterns, generalization gradients, habituation, and sensitization are explored. It is well-suited for courses in experimental psychology or neuroscience that are focused on learning, conditioning, motivation, or behavior.

Federico Sanabria holds his M.A. and Ph.D. from Stony Brook University. He is an associate professor of behavioral neuroscience in the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University. Dr. Sanabria is recognized for his writings and presentations on topics related to learning and memory, animal behavior, cognitive science, and behavioral neuroscience.

Religious Studies

Offering a fresh approach to teaching introductory psychology, Constructing Meaning: An Introduction to Psychology provides a newly designed, scaffolded, applied learning approach to the foundational concepts of psychology. A constructivist pedagogy is the approach and framework for this work which facilitates encoding and retention with an emphasis on application.

Dr. Katherine Pang is a licensed psychologist in Dallas, Texas and the founder of Lakewood Wellness Partners, as well as MetaCogSkills and Brain Skills for Kids. She is also the founder of EdWay Online, and has served in numerous faculty positions around the United States both in the classroom and online. Dr. Pang has a Ph.D. in educational psychology (cognitive), a masters in clinical psychopharmacology, and post graduate certificates in neuropsychology, lifestyle health, and primary care psychology. In addition, Dr. Katherine Pang has two law degrees (a J.D. and an L.L.M. in taxation), an M.B.A., a master’s in educational technology, a master’s in psychology, a master’s in divinity, and a master’s in theology.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

How to Study Religion: A Guidebook is a comprehensive and concise overview of major religions and global traditions. Topics covered include important vocabulary for understanding religion, Judaism, Islam, Christianity, as well as Eastern religions. Morality and other thought-provoking debates are also explored in this text.

Stephen Werner teaches mythology, philosophy, and theology at Webster University and Saint Louis University.

Sciences SCIENCES

INTEGRATING LECTURE AND LAB A General Biology Laboratory Manual By Leslie A. King 978-1-5165-1792-3 | ÂŠ 2019

Integrating Lecture and Lab: A General Biology Laboratory Manual is designed for students majoring in Biology, and can be used in conjunction with many different lower-division biology textbooks. The user-friendly manual encourages students to think of lecture and lab as a cohesive unit. Classroom tested, Integrating Lecture and Lab helps biology students successfully apply information they learn in their lectures.

Leslie A. King (M.A., Physiology, San Francisco State University) is an Instructor of Biology at the University of San Francisco, where she teaches Human Physiology and has taught both General Biology lecture and lab courses. In writing Integrating Lecture and Lab: A General Biology Laboratory Manual, she also drew upon over 17 years of experience in supervising and coordinating undergraduate Biology laboratory sections and laboratory instructors.

PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY By Eric B. Brauns

978-1-63487-655-1 | ÂŠ 2019

An easily readable textbook without sacrificing rigor, Physical Chemistry embraces physical chemistry for what it is an inherently mathematical discipline. In Physical Chemistry, students will find all relevant mathematics with clear, distinct explanations.

Dr. Eric B. Brauns is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Idaho.

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Physical Chemistry for Engineers offers a guided tour through the entire field of physical chemistry, with a strong focus on molecular behavior.

James Patterson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Brigham Young University.

Super Simple Anatomy and Physiology: The Ultimate Learning Tool introduces students to the foundational principles of anatomy and physiology in a way that is highly accessible, conceptual, and fun. Eschewing hefty page counts and detailed examinations of every aspect of anatomy and physiology, this volume is sleek, focused, and designed to help new students attain a solid understanding of the essentials of anatomy and physiology.

Nelson H. Kraus, M.D., M.B.A., is a professor of biology at the University of Indianapolis, where he teaches courses in anatomy and physiology. Dr. Kraus earned his master’s degree in business administration from Xavier University Cincinnati and his medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine.

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THE GENE BOOK Explorations in the Code of Life By Sarah Crawford 978-1-5165-2101-2 | ÂŠ 2019

The Gene Book: Explorations in the Code of Life is designed to introduce undergraduate college students to foundational concepts in genetics. The text provides in-depth coverage of the essential principles of genetics, from Mendel to molecular gene therapy, and reads like a story, guiding readers through each of these areas in an interesting, engaging, and enlightening way.

Sarah Adelaide Crawford is professor of genetics at Southern Connecticut State University. Dr. Crawford received a Ph.D. from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, an M.S. degree in biochemistry from Princeton University, and a B.S. degree from Marymount Manhattan College. She is director of the Cancer Biology Research Laboratory and the recently opened the Autism Research Laboratory at the Southern Connecticut State University.

FOCUSING ON FORENSICS A Lab Workbook By Timothy A. Pycraft 978-1-5165-2719-9 | ÂŠ 2019

Focusing on Forensics: A Lab Workbook is designed to accompany any introductory forensic course and allow students to experience a real, hands-on feel. These simple labs have been designed to help students understand the importance of evidence and how it is handled from the crime scene until it is needed in court. Readers will learn important factors such as, integrity of the chain of custody, the importance of proper packaging, how certain evidence gets processed, the importance of photography, and how all of this is vital to make sure evidence makes it into court.

Timothy A. Pycraft, M.S., CLPE, is a forensic scientist with the Indiana State Police Laboratory. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Grace College (Winona Lake, IN), and received a Master of Science degree in Biology from St. Joseph College (West Hartford, CT).

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THE ANSWER KEY A Comprehensive Explanation of Problem Solving Methods for General Chemistry Success (Volume 1) By Rachel Turoscy 978-1-5165-3024-3 | ÂŠ 2019 The Answer Key: A Comprehensive Explanation of Problem Solving Methods for General Chemistry Success, Volume 1 is a concise and accessible textbook that covers the critical information a student needs to understand the basic mathematics used in chemistry courses. The book provides easy-to-understand, step-by-step instructions for solving general chemistry problems.

Rachel Turoscy earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in chemistry from Lehigh University. She is an associate professor of chemistry at Middlesex County College. Dr. Turoscy has authored numerous articles, book chapters, and textbooks addressing various topics in the world of chemistry.

THE ANSWER KEY A Comprehensive Explanation of Problem Solving Methods for General Chemistry Success (Volume 2) By Rachel Turoscy 978-1-5165-3028-1 | ÂŠ 2019 A Comprehensive Explanation of Problem Solving Methods for General Chemistry Success (Volume 2) is written to show how to work through problems in a very concise and clear step by step method. The text is example rich and is meant to compliment any general chemistry text. Other problem solving or solution manuals focus on providing the student with just more additional problems and not the general mathematical and analytical steps to be successful. This manual can also be used as a primary text if a separate problem solving course/ recitation is also offered to students.

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RESOLVE

STRATEGIES, THOUGHTS, AND BELIEFS FOR HEALTHY LIVING By Cheri Calcagno 286 Pages | 978-1-63487-053-5 | $52.95 | © 2017 Resolve: Strategies, Thoughts, and Beliefs for Healthy Living coaches readers through major lifestyle changes that can lead to better physical, emotional, and spiritual health. It helps them recognize emotions, beliefs, and behavior patterns that work against them and replace them with healthier choices.

PRAGMATIC PUBLIC SPEAKING

A WORKSHOP APPROACH TO REAL WORLD SPEECHES By Danna Prather Davis and Wren C. Levitt 224 Pages | 978-1-5165-0785-6 | $74.95| © 2017 Pragmatic Public Speaking: A Workshop Approach to Real World Speeches explains why speaking well is a necessary tool for professional success, and how to speak well in a variety of situations and genres. Using a workbook format, each chapter of the book discusses why a particular type of speech is useful and gives tips on preparation and provides two practice assignments.

AFRICAN HEALTH SECRETS By Kukuwa Kyereboah-Nuamah 106 Pages | 978-1-62661-649-3 | $34.95 | © 2014 This book offers a refreshing perspective on how nature affects the body and how to practice self-care through a simpler, organic lifestyle. The chapters include information on African home remedies and reframes good eating habits, focusing on positive lifestyle choices rather than dieting.

CONSTRUCTING EFFECTIVE SPEECHES A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO PUBLIC SPEAKING

By Amy Muckleroy Carwile 234 Pages | 978-1-62131-014-3 | $56.95 | © 2012 This book serves as an easy-to-understand guidebook for novice public speakers, providing readers with critical tools needed to build effective speeches.

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HOME VEGETABLE GARDENING By Alan Walters 370 Pages | 978-1-62661-117-7 | $138.95 | © 2015 Home Vegetable Gardening is an important part of culture, and many gardeners now grow their own vegetables in the highly urbanized areas where they live. This book serves as a resource for growing better vegetables and proves anyone can grow a garden.

LOVE YOURSELF

THE FIRST STEP TO A SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP By Daniel Beaver 196 Pages | 978-1-60927-830-4 | $29.95 | © 2011 This book is a guide to developing the skills necessary to increase your ability to have a successful intimate relationship. Lessons include how to set better psychological boundaries in life, how to improve self-esteem, how to communicate with yourself like you would a lover, and how to handle anger in a constructive manner.

MENTAL SKILLS TRAINING FOR SPORTS By Moira E. Stuart, Ph.D. 60 Pages | 978-1-93555-102-7 | $23.95 | © 2009 This book was developed to help you, the student athlete, reach your performance potential through the process of learning and practicing mental skills training techniques. In Mental Skills Training for Sport you will learn the hands-on mental training tools needed to develop mental toughness in both sport and life.

MIND THE GAP

COPING WITH STRESS IN THE MODERN WORLD By Mary McNaughton-Cassill 172 Pages | 978-1-60927-814-4 | $42.95 | © 2013 This book explores the stress of modern life and how thoughts and feelings can both create and bridge the gap between what we have and what we want. The text explores how stress is generated in the brain and body and provides realistic suggestions for learning to manage these responses.

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WEIGHT WHYS

THOUGHTS AND BELIEFS FOR A HEALTHY LIFE By Cheri Calcagno, M.S. 282 Pages | 978-1-60927-916-5 | $23.95 | © 2011 It’s been said that we make choices, and then our choices make us. This book is the instruction manual for helping you take control of how your personal thoughts and beliefs have been guiding your choices, and how to change at the core to create a better you!

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APPROACH TO GOOD REASONING By Robert Shanab and Shannon Gould 324 Pages | 978-1-63487-316-1 | $68.95 | © 2016 This text teaches the critical thinking skills necessary to analyze societal problems and then devise potential solutions for contemporary issues. This book includes a plethora of real-world examples that teach readers about various forms of reasoning and argumentation.

MORE THAN JUST SEX

A COMMITTED COUPLES’ GUIDE TO KEEPING RELATIONSHIPS LIVELY, INTIMATE, AND GRATIFYING By Daniel Beaver 210 Pages | 978-1-63487-085-6 | $71.95 | © 2015 Based on the premise that while many individuals may be educated about the biology of sex, few are taught how to maintain a long-term, fulfilling sexual relationship, this book teaches that sexual intimacy is not necessarily natural or instinctive, but learned. Readers will learn about psychological and sociological influences that shape sexual attitudes and behavior.

PUBLIC RELATIONS

A GUIDE TO STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION By Young Joon Lim 308 Pages | 978-1-63487-475-5 | $98.95 | © 2017 Public Relations: A Guide to Strategic Communication gives students a look into the real world of public relations. In a field that changes rapidly in both theory and practice, the book emphasizes current, practical information and reflects the newest trends.

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TIGER IN THE OFFICE

HOW TO CAPITALIZE ON OPPORTUNITY AND LAUNCH YOUR CAREER By Robert M. Callahan 182 Pages | 978-1-5165-0461-9 | $15.95| © 2017 Don’t let your unfulfilling career be the elephant in the room; take control – become the tiger in the office! Tiger in the Office: How to Capitalize on Opportunity and Launch Your Career puts to use lessons learned by entrepreneurs in order to push you towards your next step, rediscover buried career goals, and learn to take action towards them and pursue not just professional success, but true professional fulfillment.

READY FOR ANYTHING

THE MAKING OF A CHANGE LEADER By Jeff Haldeman 168 Pages | 978-1-5165-0520-3 | $62.95 | © 2017 Incorporating ideas and insights from diverse sources, Ready for Anything: The Making of a Change Leader examines organizational change leadership from a radical, existential perspective. By drawing on disciplines outside the business field, the material broadens readers’ understanding of how organizations live, breathe, grow, and die, and empowers them to act.

DEVELOPING AN INTEGRATED MARKETING PLAN By Eric Stewart Harvey 110 Pages | 978-1-63487-925-5 | $43.95 | © 2017 A guidebook to the entire process from beginning to end, Developing an Integrated Marketing Plan introduces the fundamentals of integrated marketing communications. It shows students how to put together a creative and effective integrated marketing communications plan that can be used by both marketers and their clients.

PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING By Chris Samfilippo 152 Pages | 978-1-5165-0111-3 | $52.95 | © 2017 Based on the premise that successful marketing is equal parts art and science, Principles of Marketing introduces the basics of marketing in a clear, student-friendly way that’s comfortable presenting demographic profiles in the same section as examples of clever advertising slogans. Specific topics include social media marketing, market segmentation, targeting and positioning, branding, product development, supply chain management, advertising, and public relations.

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MANAGEMENT DECISION THEORY By Howard Flomberg 160 Pages | 978-1-93426-929-9 | $31.95 | © 2008 In this book, readers will learn the two broad classifi cations of decision theory, qualitative and quantitative. The text also presents a set of decision analysis tools from both these categories that can be applied on the job without a preconceived notion of which category excels over the other.

HOW BUSINESS WORKS

MAKING PROFITS, TAKING RISKS, AND CREATING VALUE IN A GLOBAL ECONOMY By Robert S. Kemp 488 Pages | 978-1-63189-045-1 | $156.95 | © 2015 This dynamic book takes a holistic, comprehensive, real-world approach to introduce readers to the fundamentals of business. The book offers a fresh, timely perspective on the way business is taught by organizing concepts around the unifying framework of value. This text prepares readers to meet the challenges of global business head-on, developing into successful learners and leaders along the way.

THE INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION GUIDEBOOK RESEARCH-BASED STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL INTERACTIONS By Alexis Tan 164 Pages | 978-1-63189-980-5 | $82.95 | © 2016 This book is a guide to successfully interacting with people from different cultures and developing satisfying relationships. The book blends communication theory with a variety of strategies that can be used in everyday intercultural interactions from casual social encounters to more permanent relationships between immigrants and host cultures.

SHORT-TERM FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT By John Zietlow, Matthew Hill, and Terry Maness 500 Pages | 978-1-5165-0822-8 | $178.95 | © 2017 This revised 5th edition of Short-Term Financial Management provides a comprehensive overview of topics that are vital for anyone interested in a career in corporate finance. An excellent introduction to many topics covered by the Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) certification.

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BECOMING AN ARTIST

DESIGN, DRAWING, VALUE, AND COLOR By Jan L. Christiansen 226 Pages | 978-1-63487-273-7 | $56.95 | © 2017 Developed for introductory courses, the readings in Becoming an Artist: Design, Drawing, Value, and Color breaks down major art concepts for those who have not previously studied them. Readers learn the basics of both drawing and painting, with a focus on graphite, charcoal, and acrylic painting mediums.

CONDENSED ART HISTORY By Ronald Rarick 340 Pages | 978-1-63189-602-6 | $98.95 | © 2015 Standing in fresh contrast to bulky standard textbooks on the subject, Condensed Art History focuses on critical information and provides opportunities for exploring art and artists with suggestions for further research. It introduces the four principal elements of art objects, encourages students to think about art as an important human behavior, and prompts them to view art as a way of engaging with people, their times, and their place in the world.

THE EDUCATED LISTENER

A NEW APPROACH TO MUSIC APPRECIATION By Jaren S. Hinckley 298 Pages | 978-1-5165-0462-6 | $62.95 | © 2017 The Educated Listener: A New Approach to Music Appreciation gives professors the freedom to customize the material based on what is most relevant to their courses and allows students to engage deeply with classical music from the Middle Ages right up to the present day. Students will become conversant with music terminology, enabling them to talk intelligently about music with colleagues, family members, and friends. Well organized and comprehensive in scope, students will absorb and internalize this knowledge and use it to enrich their lives.

HOW THE EARTH WORKS

ESSENTIALS IN EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCE AND GEOLOGY By Charlotte Mehrtens 334 Pages | 978-1-62661-886-2 | $99.95 | © 2017 How the Earth Works: Essentials in Earth System Science and Geology teaches students the essential geology content needed to understand how the earth works. The material focuses on selected geology topics including discussions of how they impact the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and climate.

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ESSENTIALS OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY By James Palmer 126 Pages | 978-1-63487-753-4 | $49.95 | © 2017 Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology gives readers foundational information on anatomy and physiology. The text explains all the major systems of the human body in a concise, accessible way that successfully prepares students for further study.

GENERAL CHEMISTRY NATURE’S MYSTERY

By Narayan Hosmane 698 Pages | 978-1-63189-503-6 | $163.95 | © 2016 General Chemistry raises readers’ awareness of how chemistry permeates every aspect of daily life, from the attraction between two people to the role of kinetics in traffic. The book moves the study of chemistry past the purely scientific and abstract, making it fresh, relevant, and relatable. The material includes Dalton’s Theory of Atomic Matter, explorations of chemical reactions stoichiometry, and thermochemistry. Readers will also learn about gases, quantum mechanics, electron spin, valence electrons, and the principles of molecular orbital theory.

12 PROBLEMS IN PHYSICS By Ian H. Redmount 502 Pages | 978-1-62661-137-5 | $99.95 | © 2016 12 Problems in Physics introduces readers to important concepts and techniques in introductory physics. The book focuses on exploring major concepts in depth through exciting, detailed examples. The book begins with the “Flight of the Rocket” and important kinematic and dynamical concepts such as vertical and angled flight and drag. It progresses to “Nonstop Service to Anywhere,” with information on flight range, work and energy, and more. Readers will also learn about collisions, rotation, the harmonic oscillator, electrons, neurons, the solenoid, electromagnetic waves, and optics.

HOW TO TEACH MATH TO CHILDREN By Joohi Lee 86 Pages | 978-1-5165-0347-6 | $63.95 | © 2017 How to Teach Math to Children is based on National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards and aims to help early childhood educators understand developmentally appropriate pedagogy in order to promote children’s knowledge and skills. Over the course of ten chapters readers learn important background information about school mathematics and young learners, and how to help children acquire important math knowledge and skills.

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MINERALS & HUMAN HEALTH By Larissa Dobrzhinetskaya 322 Pages | 978-1-62661-342-3 | $53.95 | © 2016 This book addresses issues associated with the physical and geological processes of Earth, the sustainability and fragility of Earth’s resources, and the interplay between health, industrial activities, and environments. It combines mineralogy, medicine, and environmental, life, and political sciences to develop solutions to ease suffering from geological toxicity. Rights sold: Chinese (Simple & Complex)

SUSTAINABLE HOUSING A SYSTEMS-BASED APPROACH

By Robert Seavey 182 Pages | 978-1-5165-0728-3 | $98.95 | © 2017 Sustainable Housing: A Systems-based Approach introduces students to the issues and processes that must be considered when developing sustainable housing, particularly housing that can approach net-zero energy performance.

INTEGRATIVE DESIGN

BUILDING SYSTEMS FOR ARCHITECTS AND ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERS By Khaled Mansy 314 Pages | 978-1-63487-265-2 | $157.95 | © 2016 This text helps readers envision the interconnections between different building systems. Rather than presenting systems one at a time, the book approaches building systems by following the real-world sequence of the design process. This begins with pre-design analysis followed by schematic design and finishes with design development.

BEST PRACTICES IN DIGITAL MEDIA

A BEGINNING DEVELOPER’S GUIDE TO PROJECT ORGANIZATION AND STRUCTURE By Todd Shelton 64 Pages | 978-1-63487-301-7 | $54.95 | © 2015 This book teaches digital media beginners how to initiate, organize, and structure a digital media project, employing strong organizational skills that will help them thrive in the industry. Topics within the text include creating project structure, understanding project paths, creating templates for projects, and creating harmonies with directories.

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DIGITAL MEDIA FOR DESIGN By Maria R. Perbellini and Christian R. Pongratz 364 Pages | 978-1-63487-418-2 | $88.95 | © 2016 This text introduces readers to effective visual communication and creative design strategies using a range of media from digital drawings and graphics to the physical fabrication of 3D models that demonstrate each stage of the design process. Readers experiment with digitally driven design processes such as pixels and images, lines and curves, and surfaces and solids. Exercises include collage, planar and isometric drawings, the translation of diagrams into three dimensions, surface and solid editing operations, generative systems and tectonic assemblies of components, and fabrication modes of digital designs.

AN INTRODUCTION TO WEB DEVELOPMENT A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH

By Evelyn Stiller 208 Pages | 978-1-62661-630-1 | $94.95 | © 2016 This text presents essential computer and Internet concepts along with the “how to” information needed to be a well-informed beginning web developer. Readers will learn how the web works, how images are represented digitally, introductory guidelines for website design, and how to use web page development tools, image editing software, and animation software. Readers will also explore the societal and ethical issues related to web development including the digital divide, the ethics of image editing, and privacy concerns.

THE ART OF SPACE By Mary Cook 216 Pages | 978-1-62661-009-5 | $62.95 | © 2014 This book presents a revolutionary synthesis of the principles of successful interior design into seven fundamentals collectively known as “The Art of Space.” Each of the seven fundamentals is explained and also demonstrated in scores of beautiful, enlightening, and inspiring original photographs that illustrate exactly how the elements work.

FROM EYE TO HEART

EXTERIOR SPACES EXPLORED AND EXPLAINED By Jon Burley and Patricia Machemer 622 Pages | 978-1-63487-685-8 | $149.95 | © 2016 This text blends science, art, theory, and history to survey environmental design across signifi cant cultures and places. Readers will learn what makes a good environment, explore international architecture and design, and examine links between art and environmental theory and research. The book incorporates stunning visuals as well as opinion pieces and short stories to support retention of places and settings.

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FOOD, LOVE, FAMILY

A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO CHILD NUTRITION By Maya Adam 216 Pages | 978-1-63189-370-4 | $15.95| © 2016 Food, Love, Family: A Practical Guide to Child Nutrition explores the many facets of healthy eating for families around the world. With a foreword by Jamie Oliver, the book summarizes the latest scientific findings and medical recommendations while providing practical tips and real-life examples of how to make wise food choices with the available resources. Readers learn about the nutrients needed to support growth and how to prepare simple, healthy foods that are appealing to children.

BRIDGE TO CHINA

AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH TO INTERMEDIATE CHINESE (VOLUME 4) By Xiaozhou (Joe) Wu 448 Pages | 978-1-62661-513-7 | $66.95 | © 2015 Bridge to China is a new, four-part Mandarin Chinese primer series for today’s North American college and high school students. The series offers well-chosen, high-interest topics for oral activities, lively situational dialogues, important grammatical structures, and select usages of modern Chinese. It also provides entertaining, culturally informative readings, supplementary vocabulary lists, and two-way vocabulary glossaries at the end of each book.

MAG-FILIPINO TAYO BEGINNING FILIPINO

By Rosalinda Jacildo Falaminiano 240 Pages | 978-1-63487-555-4 | $82.95 | © 2016 Student-friendly and easy to use, Mag-Filipino Tayo is an excellent text for students who want to improve their language skills and learn about the culture and history of the Philippines. The book can also be used by those who want to gain deeper insight into their own language and culture and interact with family members and relatives from the Philippines.

ARABIC CIRCLES

AN INTRODUCTORY LANGUAGE TEXT FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS By Adel Amer 380 Pages | 978-1-5165-0670-5 | $94.95| © 2017 Developed to highlight the beauty of the Arabic language and maximize student learning, Arabic Circles: An Introductory Language Text for Non-Native Speakers is a skill-based language-acquisition textbook that focuses on a single form of Arabic. This introductory text approaches the language in manageable, accessible steps that foster an environment conducive to language-learning and allow students to access their own individual learning styles.

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ESPAÑOL COMERCIAL

COMUNICACIÓN AVANZADA PARA PROFESIONALES DE NEGOCIOS By Fabian Faccio 270 Pages | 978-1-62661-700-1 | $79.95| © 2016 Designed to be highly practical, this book is a concise, well-organized resource for advanced, fluent Spanish speakers who want to improve their speaking skills for business purposes. The book increases vocabulary and teaches speaking skills for use in professional environments. A practical tool for improving cross-cultural communication, the text also helps readers recognize and employ the appropriate register for negotiating successfully in Spanish.

SPANISH FOR THE PROFESSIONS By Marta Boris Tarré and Lori Celaya 438 Pages | 978-1-63487-238-6 | $87.95 | © 2016 This book teaches specific Spanish vocabulary and language skills in the context of the professions that use them. Each chapter includes grammar lessons, an interview with a professional, and a case study in professions such as information technology, housing and real estate, banking and finance, and public health.

ELEMENTARY BIBLICAL HEBREW

AN INTRODUCTION TO THE LANGUAGE AND ITS HISTORY By Chet Roden 100 Pages | 978-1-63189-211-0 | $42.95 | © 2017 Elementary Biblical Hebrew: An Introduction to the Language and its History gives students a general overview of the language and focuses on its main characteristics. While many standard textbooks assume that students plan to study the language academically and in-depth, Elementary Biblical Hebrew avoids a heavy-handed academic approach and instead emphasizes the basics of general understanding.

NON È SEMPRE LA SOLITA STORIA JACK, REESE E VENEZIA (ITALIAN STORIES LEVEL 1) By Chiara Carnelos 96 Pages | 978-1-62661-918-0 | $32.95 | © 2015 Non è sempre la solita storia is a beginning Italian reader that tells the story of two young people from different continents who happen to meet and begin a relationship. An immersion text, the language, grammar, and cultural instruction come together seamlessly. The storyline is both familiar and fresh, drawing students in and placing the language in an easily imagined and relatable context.

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75 CLASSICAL MYTHS CONDENSED FROM THEIR PRIMARY SOURCES By David Mulroy 192 Pages | 978-1-60927-034-6 | $42.95 | © 2012 75 Classical Myths Condensed from their Primary Sources is designed to familiarize students with these stories in the most economical and accessible way possible. This text provides condensed versions of the essential myths and legends of the Greeks and Romans, as told by their primary sources. Readers will acquire a foundation of familiarity with the whole range of Classical Greek and Roman myths and legends with relative ease.

TAKING PEOPLE SERIOUSLY A DEFENSE OF ETHICAL THEORY

By Linda L. Williams 52 Pages | 978-1-5165-0148-9 | $31.95 | © 2017 Taking People Seriously gives students a fresh and original answer to basic philosophical questions about human conduct. It specifically argues against both ethical egoism and ethical relativism, the two most prevalent theories students hold when entering college.

PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS By Joshua Lewer 458 Pages | 978-1-63189-938-6 | $122.95| © 2016 While true that economic analysis is often a diffi cult and complex subject, readers of this book will easily and effectively gain a solid grasp of macroeconomic fundamentals. From learning about the events that led up to the Great Recession to how a bank with $8 billion in cash can go bankrupt, readers interact with content that is exciting and relevant.

PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS By Mehmet Serkan Tosun, Pavel Yakovlev, and Antony Davies 274 Pages | 978-1-63189-810-5 | $81.95| © 2015 This book teaches microeconomic concepts and theories in a concise, clear manner. Readers master economic models, supply and demand theory, markets in action, and market structures through real-world applications and ready-to-use, in-class experiments. High-interest, timely examples make the topics and concepts accessible and relevant.

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A QUESTION OF BALANCE THE STUDY OF RELIGIONS

By Suchismita Sen 168 Pages | 978-1-63189-096-3 | $58.95 | © 2015 Taking a fresh, innovative approach, this book explores the nature of religious phenomena and diverse expressions of religion across cultures. It blends classical studies of religion with contemporary knowledge of neurobiology and behavioral biology to demonstrate how religion is both an expression of the self and a long-standing cultural practice.

MORE THAN JUST FAIRY TALES

NEW APPROACHES TO THE STORIES OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN Edited by Julie K. Allen 172 Pages | 978-1-62661-018-7 | $51.95 | © 2014 This book takes an innovative look at the classic tales of Hans Christian Andersen, teaching readers to employ critical reading strategies and literary theory to explore thematic connections and patterns between the tales, thereby illustrating meaningful patterns in Anderson’s oeuvre.

QUEER IN AZTLÁN

CHICANO MALE RECOLLECTIONS OF CONSCIOUSNESS AND COMING OUT By Adelaida R. Del Castillo and Gibran Guido 452 Pages | 978-1-62131-807-1 | $38.95 | © 2015 This anthology provides readers the opportunity to experience deeply personal narratives from queer Chicanos/Mexicanos. The book explores issues of queer youth identity, sexuality, masculinity, homophobia, sexism, and violence in Mexican and American culture, presenting a complex view of queer Chicanos/ Mexicanos and contesting dominant sexual norms.

BARE BACKBONES

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY By Rene M. Bonzani 206 Pages | 978-1-63189-670-5 | $63.95 | © 2015 This book gives readers basic, fundamental information about the four subfields of anthropology: physical or biological anthropology, archeology, linguistics, and cultural anthropology. The book covers topics such as evolution, genetic diversity, the origin of food production, language diversity, systems of food collection, territoriality, nationalism, and more, providing a framework to examine complex human relations.

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