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Explores the history of US tariff policy from 1816 to 1861, focusing on the influence of lobbying efforts. It details how manufacturing interests, particularly in the North, actively campaigned for protectionist tariffs through petitions, conventions, and direct engagement with lawmakers. The sources reveal the strategies employed by both advocates and opponents of tariffs, including the developme...

A publication that critically examines the historiography of medicine. It explores how the field has evolved, considering diverse motivations for studying medical history, from guiding public health to offering professional solace. The text details the shifting methodologies and focuses within medical history, highlighting figures like Charles Daremberg and Karl Sudhoff and their contributions to...

Explores the complex interplay of long-term care needs, globalization, and justice. The author examines the plight of dependent elderly individuals and their families, particularly in the United States, highlighting the challenges of inadequate support and fragmented care systems. The book also analyzes the struggles of paid long-term care workers, with a significant focus on emigrant women from l...

Examines the historical trajectory of female mate choice within evolutionary biology, particularly its impact on theories of speciation and human social evolution. It highlights how early views on female choice, influenced by Darwin's work, were often intertwined with societal beliefs about gender and race, leading to debates between figures like Darwin and Wallace regarding the continuity of huma...

An in-depth academic work exploring Lorenzo de' Medici's significant engagement with art, architecture, and urban planning in 15th-century Florence. It details his aesthetic education, starting from his youth and exposure to the city's artistic environment, and traces his evolving role as a patron, collector, and even a conceptual architect. The text emphasizes Lorenzo's ambition to beautify Flore...

Explores the philosophical concept of the self versus the person, arguing that the idea of a fixed, independent self is an illusion. Garfield posits that understanding ourselves as persons, who are interdependent and socially constructed, leads to a more ethical and flourishing existence. The text references classical Indian and Western philosophical traditions, employing analogies like chariots,...

Explores the relationship between scientific advancements and literary responses in sixteenth-century England, particularly focusing on the shift away from Aristotelian naturalism. The author examines how the introduction of Arabic numerals, including the concept of zero, impacted mathematical thought and its reflection in literature like Shakespeare's sonnets and King Lear. The text also investig...

Explores the multifaceted nature of depression and anxiety, challenging the pervasive notion of a chemical imbalance as the sole or primary cause. Hari, drawing on social science research and personal anecdotes, argues that these conditions often stem from various forms of disconnection: from meaningful work, other people, meaningful values, and a secure future, as well as the impact of childhood...

Explores the lives of adolescent girls in Renaissance Florence, particularly those housed in the Casa della Pietà, a shelter established in the mid-16th century. The text meticulously examines the historical context, including societal views on prostitution, family structures, and medical practices, which often left young women vulnerable. It investigates the Pietà's operations, from its financial...

The story centers on a father's desperate search for his abducted daughter, Penny, two years after her disappearance, navigating a near-future Earth ravaged by climate change, pandemics, and societal collapse. He becomes a vigilante, confronting a violent criminal underworld, including the "Kings" gang and its twisted philosophy of "King Death", who are involved in human trafficking. The excerpts...

These excerpts come from two contemporary romance novels by Ali Hazelwood, The Love Hypothesis and Love on the Brain, showcasing her signature blend of academic settings and witty banter. The Love Hypothesis details the fake-dating escapades of Olive Smith, a biology Ph. D. student, and Dr. Adam Carlsen, a notorious professor, as their professional arrangement blossoms into genuine affection amids...

A comprehensive self-help guide for individuals navigating mood disorders like major depression and bipolar disorder. The book emphasizes a proactive approach to mental health management, offering practical strategies for daily living alongside professional medical advice. It covers essential areas such as sleep hygiene, nutrition, physical exercise, and maintaining social connections, all present...

An extensive exploration of mathematical concepts as they appear, or sometimes misappear, in various films. It critically examines mathematical accuracy in movie scenes, from basic arithmetic and algebra to more complex topics like graph theory, calculus, infinity, and higher dimensions. The text frequently references specific movies such as "Good Will Hunting," "A Beautiful Mind," "π," and "Donal...

A comprehensive bibliography surveys mathematical works printed in the Americas between 1554 and 1700, presenting a detailed catalog of titles, authors, printers, and original locations. It distinguishes between "mathematical works" and almanacs, though it includes a significant section on the latter due to their mathematical content. The entries often provide contextual information about the work...

Explores the multifaceted relationship between mathematical concepts and creative expression across the arts. It begins by examining surrealist writing and art, showcasing how mathematical surfaces, new geometries, and abstract ideas influenced artists like Man Ray and writers like André Breton. The text then investigates the role of axiomatic structures in art, such as Malevich's "Black Square,"...

Explores the development of high-technology industries in the eastern United States between 1790 and 1860, predating the Silicon Valley phenomenon. The author highlights the crucial role of "networked machinists" in transforming metal manufacturing, machinery, and machine tool sectors. Meyer examines key industries like federal armories (Springfield and Harpers Ferry), iron foundries, steam engine...

Explores a comprehensive framework for understanding ecology through interconnected, "nested" domains. It argues that a sustainable environmental ecology hinges on developing sustainable personal and social ecologies, extending from individual well-being to family, community, and ultimately, cosmic levels. The text critically examines dominant economic paradigms and anthropocentric viewpoints, adv...

Explores the complex ethical, medical, and economic issues surrounding neonatal intensive care. It traces the evolution of neonatology through three eras: innovation and individualism (1965-1982), exposed ignorance (1982-1992), and the end of medical progress (1992-present). The text highlights significant controversies, such as the Baby Doe case, which sparked debates about infant mortality, qual...

Provides an in-depth guide to Blender 2.80, a comprehensive 3D content creation suite. It covers fundamental aspects such as installation and system requirements, then progresses to detailed explorations of various workspaces and tools for modeling, animation, and rendering. The text highlights the new Eevee real-time renderer and discusses different physics simulations, particle systems, and game...

Explores the complex and often contentious relationship between the Vatican and the theory of evolution during a critical period. It details how the Congregation of the Index, rather than the Holy Office, handled cases of Catholic authors who attempted to reconcile evolution with Christian doctrine, revealing that official, public condemnation of evolution itself was largely avoided. The text high...

Explores conflict resolution through understanding identity. The text highlights how deeply ingrained emotional forces and identity-based perceptions often fuel disputes, making them resistant to rational problem-solving. Shapiro introduces concepts like the "Tribes Effect," where an adversarial mindset pits identities against each other, and "vertigo," an emotional state that distorts perception...

An extensive drug guide for the NCLEX-RN exam, providing a comprehensive overview of various medications. It organizes drugs by major categories such as anti-infectives, cardiovascular, mental health, and musculoskeletal medications, further breaking them down into specific subcategories like aminoglycosides or ACE inhibitors. For each listed medication, the guide details its generic name, common...

Explores the history and evolution of naturopathic healing in America, tracing its origins from various natural healing philosophies and detailing its ongoing struggles for legitimacy and professional recognition. It highlights key therapeutics such as botanicals, hydrotherapy, and dietary reform, alongside the movement's opposition to conventional medicine's reliance on drugs, vivisection, and ma...

Explores the intersection of photography and Victorian science, specifically examining how photographic practices shaped scientific understanding and public perception during the era. The text highlights photography's role in various scientific fields, such as meteorology, bacteriology, and astronomy, often contrasting its perceived objectivity with artistic interpretations. It also details the so...

Explores the environmental and cultural history of the Potomac River basin, focusing on the interplay between nature and human societies from pre-colonial times through the American Revolution. The author examines the transformative impact of Native American adaptations, such as the shift from foraging to agriculture, and the complex social and political structures that emerged among Algonquian an...