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The Great Hibernation
by Tara DairmanWhat would happen if every grown-up in town fell asleep and the kids were left in charge? A great pick for fans of A Tangle of Knots by Lisa Graff and Greenglass House by Kate Milford or any reader seeking a quirky mystery with a big helping of silliness. The most important tradition in tiny St. Polonius is the annual Tasting of the Sacred Bear Liver. Each citizen over twelve must eat one bite of liver to prevent the recurrence of the Great Hibernation, when the town founders fell asleep for months. This year is Jean Huddy’s first time to taste the liver. It doesn’t go well. A few hours later, all the adults fall into a sleep from which they cannot be woken, and the kids are left to run things. At first, they have a blast. But then the town bullies take over the mayor’s office and the police force, and pretty soon Jean begins to suspect that this “hibernation” was actually engineered by someone in town. Courage, teamwork, and scientific smarts unlock an unusual mystery in this delightful and funny story about one girl who inspires the kids around her to join together to save their home. “Definitely will not induce drowsiness. Utterly original.” —Adam Rex, author of The True Meaning of Smekday and the Cold Cereal Saga “Imagine Lord of the Flies as a comedy set in snowy terrain and you have The Great Hibernation: a hilarious, whip-smart page-turner you don’t want to miss.” —Jennifer Chambliss Bertman, New York Times bestselling author of Book Scavenger and The Unbreakable Code
The Great Influenza: The True Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History (Young Readers Edition)
by John M. BarryThe strongest weapon against pandemic is the truth. Read why in the definitive account of the 1918 Influenza Epidemic, adapted for young readers from the #1 New York Times bestseller.At the height of World War I, history&’s most lethal influenza virus erupted in an army camp in Kansas, moved east with American troops, and then exploded worldwide, killing as many as 100 million people. It killed more in twenty-four months than AIDS killed in twenty-four years, more in a year than the Black Death killed in a century. It killed many more people than COVID-19, especially those who were young and otherwise healthy.This book, adapted from the #1 New York Times bestseller first published in 2004, shows young readers how this global tragedy came to pass; how science, war, and public policy collided; and how we might be able to prevent it from happening again. Impeccably researched and engrossingly told, The Great Influenza provides young readers with historical and scientific context for epidemics that remains all too relevant today.
The Great Inoculator: The Untold Story of Daniel Sutton and his Medical Revolution
by Gavin WeightmanSmallpox was the scourge of the eighteenth century: it showed no mercy, almost wiping out whole societies. Young and old, poor and royalty were equally at risk – unless they had survived a previous attack. Daniel Sutton, a young surgeon from Suffolk, used this knowledge to pioneer a simple and effective inoculation method to counter the disease. His technique paved the way for Edward Jenner&’s discovery of vaccination – but, while Jenner is revered, Sutton has been vilified for not widely revealing his methods until later in life. Gavin Weightman reclaims Sutton&’s importance, showing how the clinician&’s practical and observational discoveries advanced understanding of the nature of disease. Weightman explores Sutton&’s personal and professional development, and the wider world of eighteenth-century health in which he practised inoculation. Sutton&’s brilliant and exacting mind had a significant impact on medicine – the effects of which can still be seen today.
The Great Intent: Acupuncture Odes, Songs and Rhymes
by Richard Bertschinger Harriet E LewarsSongs and rhymes have been used by physicians for centuries in China as a means of memorising and passing on methods of practice and behaviour, moral attitudes, effective points, diagnostic tips and rules of thumb. These newly translated poems offer a rich insight into the life and thought of these skilled doctors, as well as practical indications for treatment. Contemporary acupuncturists can see from these poems the depths of the tradition, better understand a breadth of diagnostic skills and treatment planning, and as a result greatly improve their appreciation of intent within their own practice. The poems also serve as a gentle introduction to the philosophy behind acupuncture practice. This is the first translation of these acupuncture odes, songs and rhymes from the Great Compendium of Acupuncture and Moxibustion compiled by the Chinese physician Yang Jizhou during late Ming China. The book includes a comprehensive introduction that places the work in historical, cultural, and medical context, a symptom index, a point index glossary and a list of helpful points for common signs and symptoms encountered in acupuncture and physiotherapy clinics.
The Great Jeff
by Tony Abbott<P><P> Perfect for fans of Gary D. Schmidt comes the companion to the modern classic Firegirl from acclaimed writer Tony Abbott. Life hasn't been great for Jeff Hicks. <P><P>After years at his beloved St. Catherine's, he's forced to spend eighth grade in the public middle school, which he hates. He's no longer speaking to his former best friend, Tom Bender, because of "that burned girl" Jessica Feeney. <P><P>But worst of all, his family is changing, and it's not for the better. <P><P>When his mom comes home announcing that she's lost her job, Jeff begins to worry about things far beyond his years: How will they pay the rent? Will his absentee dad step up and save the day? Is his mom drinking too much? And ultimately, where will they live? <P><P>The Great Jeff is a powerful look at the life of a troubled boy who finds his life spiraling out of control.
The Great Life Diet: A Practical Guide to Health, Happiness, and Fulfillment
by Michio Kushi Denny WaxmanWith the majority of Americans now attempting to eat healthier and an estimated million of them each year in the past decade adopting vegetarian or semi-vegetarian diets, The Great Life Diet and macrobiotics are ready to enter the cultural mainstream.
The Great Life Diet: A Practical Guide to Health, Happiness, and Personal Fulfillment
by Denny WaxmanA revolutionary approach to diet and lifestyle that will strengthen your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, from Macrobiotic expert Denny Waxman.With the vast majority of Americans now attempting to eat in a healthier manner, Denny Waxman's macrobiotic diet plan is ready to enter the cultural mainstream, which has been at the forefront of the macrobiotic movement since 1969 and runs the Strengthening Health Institute in Philadelphia. The Great Life Diet distills the wisdom of his thirty-five years of experience into a clear, concise guide to a better, healthier, longer life. Waxman weds a diet of whole grains and cereals supplemented by fruits and vegetables to a lifestyle that nourishes the mind and the spirit. In seven steps, Waxman offers a balanced and orderly approach to an active, fulfilling, daily life. The aim always is to strengthen health, however good or ill. Many people, their ailments ranging widely from the common cold to chronic fatigue, heart disease, even "incurable" cancers, have been helped, often dramatically, by following the dietary and lifestyle practices described in this exceptional book.
The Great Life Makeover
by Daniel Monti Anthony BazzanFat, cranky sex. Doesn't sound all that great, does it? The truth is, these three things--your weight, mood, and your sex life--are crucial elements of a great life at any age, but especially now that you're in the best years of your life. And they are the three elements that, when improperly calibrated, can cause a perfect storm. Face it: Your hormones, metabolism, blood flow, and mood aren't what they used to be. What you need is a Great Life Makeover. The Great Life Makeover does for your mind, body, and love life what a beauty makeover does for your appearance. And Dr. Daniel A. Monti and Dr. Anthony J. Bazzan are the experts who perform these makeovers. Dr. Monti, a specialist in psychiatry and couples' counseling, and Dr. Bazzan, a specialist in aging and hormones, lay out a practical, comprehensive, and detailed guide for midlife couples wanting to reboot their love life, rebalance hormones, and remedy the mental and physical issues that make midlife more difficult than it should be. Addressing the three hot-button issues with a focus on diet, fitness, and stress reduction, The Great Life Makeover offers a program that can dramatically improve your health, relationship, and overall quality of life and prevent other problems from cropping up in the future.
The Great Manchurian Plague of 1910-1911
by William C. SummersWhen plague broke out in Manchuria in 1910 as a result of transmission from marmots to humans, it struck a region struggling with the introduction of Western medicine, as well as with the interactions of three different national powers: Chinese, Japanese, and Russian. In this fascinating case history, William Summers relates how this plague killed as many as 60,000 people in less than a year, and uses the analysis to examine the actions and interactions of the multinational doctors, politicians, and ordinary residents who responded to it. Summers covers the complex political and economic background of early twentieth-century Manchuria and then moves on to the plague itself, addressing the various contested stories of the plague's origins, development, and ecological ties. Ultimately, Summers shows how, because of Manchuria's importance to the world powers of its day, the plague brought together resources, knowledge, and people in ways that enacted in miniature the triumphs and challenges of transnational medical projects such as the World Health Organization.
The Great Nerve: The New Science of the Vagus Nerve and How to Harness Its Healing Reflexes
by Kevin J. Tracey MDNew science reveals the groundbreaking potential of the vagus nerve to regulate your body&’s vital systems and heal a wide variety of medical conditions without drugsThe vagus nerve is fundamental to our health and vitality, coordinating critical functions from the precise heartbeat we need to exercise or rest to the balance of appetite and digestion. Made up of 200,000 fibers, the vagus nerve sends thousands of electrical signals every second between your brain and your most important organs. Yet despite its essential role in life, important vagus nerve functions have eluded centuries of scientific investigation. Now neurosurgeon and researcher Kevin Tracey has discovered the previously unknown power of the vagus nerve to reverse inflammation, balance the immune system, treat chronic illness, and keep our organs humming together in harmony. In The Great Nerve, Dr. Tracey shows us how stimulating the vagus nerve with a tiny electrical implant has the potential to reverse life-altering diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, lupus, MS, diabetes, obesity, stroke, depression, Alzheimer&’s and Parkinson&’s. If this sounds too good to believe, Dr. Tracey shares stories of patients who have gone from being nearly bedridden to running and dancing, along with the science that makes possible these recoveries. He also explains the evidence for lifestyle strategies like ice baths, meditation, exercise, and breathwork that can maintain and improve vagus nerve function. By opening the door to the new field of neuroimmunology, The Great Nerve not only revolutionizes how we understand and treat disease, it gives us unprecedented hope for our health. This is the story of your body&’s ability to heal itself.
The Great New England Sea Serpent: An Account of Unknown Creatures Sighted by Many Respectable Persons Between 1638 and the Present Day
by June P. O'NeillIs it a strange mammal related to the seals, a descendant of a prehistoric reptile, or a new, unidentified animal? Whatever it is, or was, the witnesses call it a sea serpent. Remarkably similar descriptions of a creature with a long body, undulating motion, and horse-sized, snake-like head have left a trail of clues and controversy going back three centuries. In The Great New England Sea Serpent, J.P. O'Neill draws on the historical record as well as previously unpublished first-hand accounts to chronicle more than 230 sightings of the mysterious marine creatures inhabiting the Gulf of Maine.
The Great Philosophers: Nietzsche
by Ronald Hayman'God is dead', announced Nietzsche - before going on to abolish himself.Envious contemporaries of Nietzsche ridiculed him as a mad man - and yet they came closer than they knew in characterising a philosopher in whose thought ambivalence approximated to disintegration of the self. While the nineteenth century's coherent, consistent systems of certainty came crashing down ingloriously at the very first touch of the twentieth, Nietzsche's discourses survived. He was more modern, it seemed, than the moderns. In this stimulating and provocative guide, Hayman reveals how Nietzsche's work is more contemporary and relevant than ever in a new postmodern age.
The Great Philosophers: Wittgenstein (GREAT PHILOSOPHERS)
by Peter HackerThis highly accessible account offers an illuminating introduction to Wittgenstein's philosophy of mind and to his conception of philosophy. Combining passages from Wittgenstein's writings with detailed interpretation and commentary, Hacker leads us into a world of philosophical investigation in which 'to smell a rat is ever so much easier than to trap it.'Wittgenstein claimed that the role of philosophy is to dissolve conceptual confusions, to untie the knots in our understanding that result from entanglement in the web of language. He overturned centuries of philosophical reflection on the nature of 'the inner', of our subjective experience and of our knowledge of self and others. Traditional conceptions of 'the outer', of human behaviour, were equally distorted and so too was the relation between the inner and the outer. Hacker shows how Wittgenstein's examination of our use of words clarifies our notions of mind, body and behaviour.
The Great Physician's Rx for 7 Weeks of Wellness Success Guide (Great Physician's Rx Ser.)
by Jordan RubinExpanding beyond the solely nutritionally based information in his former book, The Maker's Diet, Jordan Rubin will take readers through a comprehensive look at their body and their health in The Great Physician's Rx for Health and Wellness Study Guide. In this study guide, Rubin will walk readers through 7 Keys to achieve good daily health habits-not only for the disease-ridden, but also for anyone desiring to live an abundant life of health and wellness.
The Great Physician's Rx for Arthritis (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin Joseph BrascoThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet uses biblical and natural health concepts to show you how to fight arthritis.Like age, arthritis has a way of creeping up on you until one morning, that occasional stiffness in the knee or soreness in the hands turns into “That hurts!” type of pain. Prolonged physical activity only prolongs the soreness.Arthritis is a general medical term that refers to inflammation of the joints. The word “arthritis” is a blend of the Greek words “arthron” for joint and “it is” for inflammation. Frequent cracking of the joints and early morning stiffness are common symptoms of osteoarthritis, even during pain-free periods. Some will joke that they can tell a weather change is ahead when their knees act up, but that’s because painful joints can be sensitive to a falling of barometric pressure, which signals rain in the forecast.Arthritis often begins subtly with a little ache and stiffness in the knees or shoulders. Or it may herald its arrival with sharp pain and swollen, tender joints. Arthritis takes center stage, however, when you feel as stiff as a board when you pull yourself out of bed in the morning. Stiff spines, creaky necks, and balky backs can zap the life out of even the most optimistic individuals. Those with arthritic hands and wrists find it painful to type or even use a computer mouse, while some with arthritic knees shuffle around with pain as their constant companion. Arthritic hips not also restrict mobility but impact a couple’s love life since arthritic hip pain can make sexual relations painful, particularly for women. No matter how you cope or make lifestyle adjustments, arthritis is a pain to live with.In The Great Physician’s Rx for Arthritis, Jordan Rubin, along with Joseph Brasco, MD, recommends a total lifestyle program for the health of the body, mind, and spirit that’s much more effective than sleeping on a bed of magnets each night, and it’s based on the seven keys to unlock your God-given health potential found in his foundational book The Great Physician’s Rx for Health and Wellness.
The Great Physician's Rx for Cancer (Rubin Series)
by Jordan RubinBestselling author Jordan Rubin, with David Remedios, M.D., shows how to adopt the 7 Keys in The Great Physician's Rx for Health and Wellness to focus aggressively on cancer and keep this disease at arm's length.
The Great Physician's Rx for Colds and Flu
by Jordan RubinJordan Rubin, along with Joseph Brasco, MD, shows readers how to apply the 7 Keys to Health and Wellness and naturally eliminate colds, the flu, and sinus infections from their lives.
The Great Physician's Rx for Diabetes (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin Joseph BrascoBestselling author Jordan Rubin, with David Remedios, M.D., shows how to adopt the 7 Keys in The Great Physician's Rx for Health and Wellness to focus aggressively on diabetes and develop a game plan against it.
The Great Physician's Rx for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin David RemediosThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet shows how to reverse symptoms of fibromyalgia and CFS with biblical and natural health concepts.Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia present themselves through persistent, overwhelming symptoms of fatigue and feelings of exhaustion as well as symptoms such as persistent headaches, bouts of insomnia, muscle and joint pain, memory lapses, fevers, loss of appetite, mood swings, and sensitivity to light and heat, among others.There are about 4 million Americans with fibromyalgia and 3.7 million who have CFS. Doctors often suggest lifestyle changes or recommend over-the-counter pain relievers or offer to write a prescription for antidepressants to improve sleep. There is no known cure for chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia, but both respond well to the principles found here in this book. People who embrace this total lifestyle program for the body, mind, and spirit have had amazing results.
The Great Physician's Rx for Health and Wellness: Seven Keys to Unlock Your Health Potential
by Jordan RubinAt 19 years old, Jordan Rubin was a healthy 6'1" and 180 pounds. Shockingly, his weight fell to just 104 lbs. in a matter of months. His immune system was at an all-time low, as he suffered from Crohn's disease, food allergies, anemia, fibromyalgia, intestinal parasites, and a host of other conditions. After seeing over 70 health professionals, using both conventional and alternative medicines, Rubin was sent home in a wheelchair to die. But his story didn't end there. Through determination and a powerful faith in God, Rubin refused to give in to disease. Instead, he educated himself on natural health (eventually becoming a doctor of naturopathic medicine), and applied its principles. Now, ten years later, Rubin is fully recovered-and he desires to share the keys to his own good health. These keys aren't just for the disease-ridden; they are for anyone desiring to live an abundant life of health and wellness.
The Great Physician's Rx for Heartburn and Acid Reflux (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin Joseph BrascoThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet uses biblical and natural health concepts to show you how to improve your gastrointestinal health.Heartburn and acid reflux have a nasty way of defying cure or prevention, but following the Great Physician’s prescription for heartburn and acid reflux can alleviate symptoms and nip more serious problems in the bud. Acid indigestion and burning feelings in the chest often strike in the middle of the night with stabbing chest pain. At 1:30 in the morning, there are not a whole lot of options. Most approach the medicine cabinet with the fervent hope that there are a few Tums left in the bottle.Jordan Rubin, along with Joseph Brasco, MD, is not so sure that taking antacids and powerful proton pump inhibitors best for people’s healing or their health. The Great Physician’s Rx for Heartburn and Acid Reflux reveals a more natural approach to beating heartburn and acid reflux based on the Seven Keys to Health and Wellness.
The Great Physician's Rx for High Blood Pressure (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin David RemediosThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet show how to keep your blood pressure in check using biblical and natural health concepts.An estimated one in every three American adults—sixty-five million in all—has high blood pressure, or hypertension. In general, the older you are, the greater your chance of developing high blood pressure. Once high blood pressure develops, it usually lasts a lifetime unless steps are taken to control it.More than two-thirds of the Americans with hypertension are taking at least one medication for their afflictions. Following the Seven Keys that make up the Great Physician’s prescription for health and wellness can set you down the right road toward lowering your high blood pressure and regaining your health. This strategy for defeating hypertension is based on the Seven Keys to unlock your God-given health potential first described in The Great Physician’s Rx for Health and Wellness.
The Great Physician's Rx for High Cholesterol (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin Joseph BrascoThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet shows how to keep your cholesterol in check using biblical and natural health concepts.Approximately thirty-seven million adults in this country have high blood cholesterol counts, and 105 million—half the U.S. adult population—have cholesterol levels that are higher than desirable. Modern medicine often points to high cholesterol, along with high blood pressure, as the major cause of cardiovascular disease. However, not all cholesterol is bad. Following the Great Physician’s prescription teaches you the facts about HDL (the “good” cholesterol) and LDL (the “bad” cholesterol) and helps you control cholesterol levels naturally to the healthy range. Showing how to adopt the Seven Keys of Health and Wellness to create a healthy lifestyle, New York Times–bestselling author Jordan Rubin, along with Joseph Brasco, MD, guides you with a plan that keeps cholesterol in balance, giving you a way to live the healthiest and happiest life possible. This foundational book provides you the tools you need to live a long, healthy, and abundant life. If you desire to live life to the fullest, then The Great Physician’s Rx for High Cholesterol is the right resource for you.
The Great Physician's Rx for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin Joseph BrascoThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet shows how to fight IBS symptoms using biblical and natural health concepts.An estimated thirty million adults and children in this country—ten percent of the population—are plagued by Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS. IBS is not a disease but a painful, life-altering, functional digestive disorder in which the muscular contractions of the digestive tract become irregular and uncoordinated. Certain foods and beverages, as well as anxiety and stress, can trigger symptoms. The nature of those symptoms—like cramps, flatulence, constipation, and diarrhea—are not easy to talk about with others, taking an emotional toll on those afflicted with them. IBS also accounts for $25 billion in direct and indirect costs each year. Enough is enough.In The Great Physician’s Rx for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, New York Times–bestselling author Jordan Rubin, along with Joseph Brasco, MD, shows readers how to apply the Seven Keys to Health and Wellness and naturally fight this painful and debilitating disease. This foundational book provides you the tools you need to live a long, healthy, and abundant life. If you desire to live life to the fullest, then The Great Physician’s Rx for Irritable Bowel Syndrome is for you.
The Great Physician's Rx for Weight Loss (The Great Physician's Rx)
by Jordan Rubin Joseph BrascoThe New York Times–bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet uses biblical and natural health concepts to show you how to lose weight and live better.An estimated sixty-five percent of Americans age twenty and older are overweight. The problem of childhood obesity is growing exponentially. Diets, pills, and surgery are all becoming a normal part of the American lifestyle to battle the nation’s weight-loss dilemma, but there’s no end in sight to the damage that overeating is causing.Now, New York Times–bestselling author Jordan Rubin, along with Joseph Brasco, M.D., takes biblical and natural health concepts and formulates a plan to help you lose weight, get healthy, and live the life of your dreams.Showing how to adopt the Seven Keys of Health and Wellness into your lifestyle, Jordan Rubin guides you with a plan that will help you keep the weight off and give you astounding amounts of energy.This foundational book will provide you the tools you need to live a long, lean, and abundant life. If you desire to live life to the fullest, then The Great Physician’s Rx for Weight Loss is the right resource for you.