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Gracefully Insane

The Rise and Fall of America's Premier Mental Hospital

By: Alex Beam

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Gracefully Insane

The Rise and Fall of America's Premier Mental Hospital

By: Alex Beam

Its landscaped ground, chosen by Frederick Law Olmsted and dotted with Tudor mansions, could belong to a New England prep school. There are no fences, no guards, no locked gates. But McLean Hospital is a mental institution-one of the most famous, most elite, and once most luxurious in America. McLean "alumni" include Olmsted himself, Robert Lowell, Sylvia Plath, James Taylor and Ray Charles, as well as (more secretly) other notables from among the rich and famous. In its "golden age," McLean provided as genteel an environment for the treatment of mental illness as one could imagine. But the golden age is over, and a downsized, downscale McLean-despite its affiliation with Harvard University-is struggling to stay afloat. Gracefully Insane, by Boston Globe columnist Alex Beam, is a fascinating and emotional biography of McLean Hospital from its founding in 1817 through today. It is filled with stories about patients and doctors: the Ralph Waldo Emerson prot'g' whose brilliance disappeared along with his madness; Anne Sexton's poetry seminar, and many more. The story of McLean is also the story of the hopes and failures of psychology and psychotherapy; of the evolution of attitudes about mental illness, of approaches to treatment, and of the economic pressures that are making McLean-and other institutions like it-relics of a bygone age. This is a compelling and often oddly poignant reading for fans of books like Plath's The Bell Jar and Susanna Kaysen's Girl, Interrupted (both inspired by their author's stays at McLean) and for anyone interested in the history of medicine or psychotherapy, or the social history of New England.

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PublicAffairs

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0786750367

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9780786750368

The Way of the Ship

America's Maritime History Reenvisoned, 1600-2000

By: Alex Roland,W. Jeffrey Bolster,Alexander Keyssar

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The Way of the Ship

America's Maritime History Reenvisoned, 1600-2000

By: Alex Roland,W. Jeffrey Bolster,Alexander Keyssar

The Way of the Ship offers a global perspective and considers both oceanic shipping and domestics shipping along America's coasts and inland waterways, with explanations of the forces that influenced the way of the ship. The result is an eye-opening, authoritative look at American maritime history and the ways it helped shape the nation's history."--BOOK JACKET.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0470136006

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9780470136003

Southern Gaul and the Mediterranean

Multilingualism and Multiple Identities in the Iron Age and Roman Periods

By: Alex Mullen

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Southern Gaul and the Mediterranean

Multilingualism and Multiple Identities in the Iron Age and Roman Periods

By: Alex Mullen

The interactions of the Celtic-speaking communities of Southern Gaul with the Mediterranean world have intrigued commentators since antiquity. This book combines sociolinguistics and archaeology to bring to life the multilingualism and multiple identities of the region from the foundation of the Greek colony of Massalia in 600 BC to the final phases of Roman Imperial power. It builds on the interest generated by the application of modern bilingualism theory to ancient evidence by modelling language contact and community dynamics, and adopting an innovative interdisciplinary approach. This produces insights into the entanglements and evolving configurations of a dynamic zone of cultural contact. Key foci of contact-induced change are exposed and new interpretations of cultural phenomena highlight complex origins and influences from the entire Mediterranean koine. Southern Gaul reveals itself to be fertile ground for considering the major themes of multilingualism, ethnolinguistic vitality, multiple identities, colonialism and Mediterraneanization.

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Cambridge University Press

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1107355028

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9781107355026

Before Blackwood's

Scottish Journalism in the Age of Enlightenment

By: Alex Benchimol

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Scottish Journalism in the Age of Enlightenment

By: Alex Benchimol

This collection of essays is the result of a major conference focusing specifically on the role of Scotland’s print culture in shaping the literature and politics of the long eighteenth century. In contrast to previous studies, this work treats Blackwood’s Magazine as the culmination of a long tradition rather than a starting point.

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176

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Routledge

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1317316967

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9781317316961

Wave Interactions and Fluid Flows

By: Alex D. D. Craik

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Wave Interactions and Fluid Flows

By: Alex D. D. Craik

This up-to-date and comprehensive account of theory and experiment on wave-interaction phenomena covers fluids both at rest and in their shear flows. It includes, on the one hand, water waves, internal waves, and their evolution, interaction, and associated wave-driven means flow and, on the other hand, phenomena on nonlinear hydrodynamic stability, especially those leading to the onset of turbulence. This study provide a particularly valuable bridge between these two similar, yet different, classes of phenomena. It will be of value to oceanographers, meteorologists, and those working in fluid mechanics, atmospheric and planetary physics, plasma physics, aeronautics, and geophysical and astrophysical fluid dynamics.

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340

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Cambridge University Press

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0521368294

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9780521368292

No 617 ‘Dambuster’ Sqn

By: Alex Bateman

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No 617 ‘Dambuster’ Sqn

By: Alex Bateman

Most famous for the dambusting raid in the darkest days of the Second World War, the No 617 Sqn were a vastly experienced crew. It was the first, and only, squadron to use certain equipment and weapons in combat. This study covers the history of the No 617 Squadron. It explains the men, aircraft, weapons and operations of this squadron.

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210

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1782006575

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9781782006572

Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands

By: Lonely Planet,Mara Vorhees,Paul Clammer,Alex Egerton,Anna Kaminski,Catherine Le Nevez,Tom Masters,Carolyn McCarthy,Kevin Raub,Brendan Sainsbury

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Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands

By: Lonely Planet,Mara Vorhees,Paul Clammer,Alex Egerton,Anna Kaminski,Catherine Le Nevez,Tom Masters,Carolyn McCarthy,Kevin Raub,Brendan Sainsbury

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Travel back to the 18th century as you wander along cobbled lanes and past meticulously restored buildings at English Harbour, Antigua; hoist a jib and set sail from sailing fantasyland, Tortola, and enjoy the journey to one of the 50 or so isles making up the British Virgin Islands; or hit the atmospheric streets of Cuba's Habana Vieja and join in the living musical soundtrack of rumba, salsa, son and reggaeton; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Caribbean Islands and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Caribbean Islands Travel Guide: Color maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - weddings, honeymoons, sustainable travel, cuisine, music, wildlife, culture, history Covers Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Jamaica, St Kitts, St Lucia, Trinidad, Turks & Caicos, US Virgin Islands, and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands, our most comprehensive guide to the Caribbean Islands, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

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1600

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Lonely Planet

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1787011658

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9781787011656

Alexander

Book 2 of the Emerald Saga

By: Alex Gordon

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Alexander

Book 2 of the Emerald Saga

By: Alex Gordon

With winter beating down on Akron and his company, they take shelter at his home in the veterans valley. Akron soon realizes that there may not be enough food to last the winter. To make it worse, his lack of battle knowledge may have accidently led himself and his company into a trap with no escape. Akron must make a choicestay and starve or brave the winter and have that kill him? Little does Akron know that King Jamess border guards are close, hunting Gowan, the only dragon that stands in the way of King Jamess horrific plan. The weight of Emeralds oath is taking its toll. She must guide Akron to the family she swore the oath to. Can a dragon, a beast, fall in love with a human? If so, why?

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508

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Xlibris Corporation

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154340040X

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9781543400403

Jack London: A Life

By: Alex Kershaw

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Jack London: A Life

By: Alex Kershaw

A full-blooded, pacy biography of one of the most charismatic writers of the century, whose life and work were to inspire Hemingway, Steinbeck, Kerouac and Mailer. ‘We cannot help but read on’: TLS. ‘The energy, dynamism and sheer bursting life-force of Jack London bowls you over’: Scotsman.

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HarperCollins UK

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000749663X

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9780007496631

Essentials of Plastic Surgery: Q&A Companion

By: Alex P Jones,Jeffrey E. Janis

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Essentials of Plastic Surgery: Q&A Companion

By: Alex P Jones,Jeffrey E. Janis

A must-have companion resource to test knowledge of plastic surgery essentials Essentials of Plastic Surgery: Q&A Companion, Second Edition by renowned plastic surgeons Alex P. Jones and Jeffrey E. Janis mirrors expanded content and new chapters in the parent book, Essentials of Plastic Surgery, Third Edition. The third edition of the parent book includes 127 chapters, which reflects the increased scope, breadth, and depth of plastic surgery since publication of the last edition. The companion book employs the same style and formatting, with select illustrations from the parent book, as well as additional unique images created for this text. The print book is accompanied by a complimentary eBook that is accessible on smartphones and tablets. Key Features More than 1600 questions formatted as multiple-choice questions complement and highlight the content contained in the parent book Questions specifically designed to test the reader on the clinical application of this knowledge Succinct yet detailed answers enhance acquisition and retention of knowledge The conveniently compact format fits in a lab coat pocket and is designed and organized to enable quick and easy reading This is an invaluable, go-to resource for plastic surgeons throughout training and can be used as a refresher and revalidation of knowledge as their careers progress.

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Thieme

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1638536570

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9781638536574

Big Ideas

100 Modern Inventions That Have Transformed Our World

By: Alex Hutchinson

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100 Modern Inventions That Have Transformed Our World

By: Alex Hutchinson

From the polio vaccine to the Post-It, the personal computer to Prozac, these are the scientific and technological innovations that have transformed our world. Award-winning author Alex Hutchinson unveils the 100 greatest inventions of the modern era--starting with the discovery of the transistor in 1947--complete with original photographs and anecdotes about their creation. For example, a candy bar melting in a scientist’s pocket during an experiment led to the invention of the microwave oven. Hutchinson consulted 25 experts at 17 museums and universities; their collective expertise spans aeronautics, automobiles, biology, computers, medicine, physics, and a host of other fields. The result includes some well-known breakthroughs (the laser, in-vitro fertilization) as well as a host of surprises (waffle-sole running shoes, the pull-top can). This charming book will delight, fascinate, and educate.

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260

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Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

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1588167224

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9781588167224

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Gracefully Insane

Gracefully Insane

The Way of the Ship

The Way of the Ship

Southern Gaul and the Mediterranean

Southern Gaul and the Mediterranean

Before Blackwood's

Before Blackwood's

Wave Interactions and Fluid Flows

Wave Interactions and Fluid Flows

No 617 ‘Dambuster’ Sqn

No 617 ‘Dambuster’ Sqn

Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands

Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands

Alexander

Alexander

Jack London: A Life

Jack London: A Life

Essentials of Plastic Surgery: Q&A Companion

Essentials of Plastic Surgery: Q&A Companion

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Big Ideas

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