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As part of the historicizing corpus of seventh-century Irish writing, the Lives framed the narrative of the early saints as an effective weapon in contemporary political and ecclesiastical conflicts. Cogitosus's Life of Brigit, Muirchú's and Tírechán's accounts of Saint Patrick, and Adomnán's Life of Columba created the understanding of the history of early Ireland that has endured to this day. How did the writers accomplish this through their literary choices? The authors of Irish saints' Lives used the literary form of hagiography (Christian biography), miracle stories, and an elaborate rhetorical style to present the words and actions of their subjects. These Lives created a narrative of early Irish history that supported the political/ecclesiastical elites by showing that their power derived from the actions of their patron saints.

Smartphone Apps for Health and Wellness helps readers navigate the world of smartphone apps to direct them to those which have had the best medical evidence in obtaining the users' goal. The book covers the history of apps, how they work, and specific apps to improve health and wellness in order to improve patients outcomes. It discusses several types of apps, including apps for medical care, sleeping, relaxation, nutrition, exercise and weight loss. In addition, sections present the features of a good app to empower readers to make their own decision when evaluating which one to use. This is a valuable resource for clinicians, physicians, researchers and members of biomedical field who are interested in taking advantage of smartphone apps to improve overall health and wellness of patients.

This book is written in the light of the author¿s experience to overcome the seemingly impossible. The life-changing words of one of his school teachers, ¿John, yoüve got what it takes. You can!¿ was in stark contrast to other school teachers¿ discouraging remarks, ¿You cannot. It is impossible to achieve what you are aiming for; it had never been done before and it would never be done.¿ His success story has proven those negative teachers wrong.

* Provides an unparalleled insight into the influence of one of the centurya s exemplary public intellectuals. * Includes a detailed historical and theoretical introduction. * Incorporates extracts from key works as well as less well--known texts and seminal essays. .

The most comprehensive study to date of the theoretical and historical context of Williams' thinking on literature, politics and culture.

How do we understand academic freedom today? Does it still have relevance in a globalreconfiguring of higher education in the interests of the economy, rather than the publicgood? And locally, is academic freedom no more than an inconvenient ideal, paid lip serviceto South Africa's Constitution as an individual right, but neglected in institutional practice?This book argues that the core content of academic freedomthe principle of supporting andextending open intellectual enquiryis essential to realizing the full public value of highereducation. John Higgins emphasizes the central role that the humanities, and the particular forms ofargument and analysis they embody, bring to this task.Each chapter embodies the particular force of a critical literacy in action, one which bringsinto play the combined force of historical inquiry, theoretical analysis, and precise attentionto the textual dynamics of all statement so as to challenge and confront the received ideas ofthe day. These provocative analyses are complemented by probing interviews with three keyfigures from the Critical Humanities: Terry Eagleton, who discusses the deforming effects ofmanagerialism in British universities; Edward W. Said, who argues for increased recognition ofthe democratizing force of the humanities; and Jakes Gerwel, who presents some of the mostrecent challenges for the realization of a humanist politics in South Africa.

A light-hearted tour of minimal pairs in English and some of the problems they may create for those who speak English or are trying to learn it.

A collection of memorable sayings and oddments from the 58 novels, 7 plays and 100 short stories of Victor Canning.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Partys ellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Pocket-sized quick reference with the most current practice guidelines in cardiology! Great to have while on cardiology consults as a student, resident or fellow! Cardiology Clinical Questions, Second Edition answers more than one-hundred of the clinical cardiology questions most frequently asked of the authors during the consultation. High-yield and a concise summary of the management of various cardiac conditions, and it fits in your lab coat pocket! NEW to this edition: Updated guidelines for atrial fibrillation, hypertension, lipids, preoperative screening, congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, peripheral arterial disease, and more. The book is logically divided into nine sections: Diagnostic Testing, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Valvular Diseases, Cardiac Diseases, Examination, Arrhythmias, Congenital Heart Diseases, Heart Failur eand Hypertension, and Medications. Covers virtually every topic seen on the wards and in your cardiology rotation Simulates the consultation process: consult question data collection synthesis of data solution You will find Cardiology Clinical Questions to be the single-best resource for quickly translating the most current knowledge into practical, diagnostic real-time solutions. Perfect for Cardiology Fellows, Residents, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, third and fourth-year medical students.

When three students inadvertently create an opening into our dimension from an alternate universe known as The Twist, they become the focus for the evil death-bitch Razorjack. Maverick cops, Frame and Ross, are assigned a disturbing serial killer case which draws them into what is potentially the final battle between good and evil.