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Life Histories of Genetic Disease: Patterns and Prevention in Postwar Medical Genetics

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the historical evolution of medical genetics in the postwar era, specifically focusing on how the field moved towards identifying, mapping, a...

Life and Death in Rikers Island

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the profound health risks and systemic failures within the U.S. jail system, particularly at Rikers Island. The author, a former Chief Medica...

Licensed to Practice: The Supreme Court Defines the American Medical Profession

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides a historical overview of the professionalization of medicine in the United States, focusing on the crucial role of state-level licensing laws...

Liberation Technology: Social Media and the Struggle for Democracy

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the multifaceted impact of digital information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as social media and mobile phones, on authoritaria...

Liaisons dangereuses: Sex, Law, and Diplomacy in the Age of Frederick the Great

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides an in-depth look at the Kesslitz affair, a dramatic 1775 murder case in Hamburg involving a Silesian noble, Joseph von Kesslitz, and Count Vi...

Why Do Men Have Nipples? Hundreds of Questions You'd Only Ask a Doctor After Your Third Martini

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A medical question-and-answer guide for the curious reader. The authors, a novelist/screenwriter and an emergency room doctor, respectively, tackle a ...

Let There Be Enlightenment: The Religious and Mystical Sources of Rationality

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the multifaceted concept of "light" during the Enlightenment, revealing its deep roots in religious and theological discourse rather than sole...

Let There Be Water: Israel's Solution for a Water-Starved World

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores Israel's remarkable journey in water management, transforming from a water-scarce nation to a global leader in water solutions. The text high...

Lessons amid the Rubble: An Introduction to Post-Disaster Engineering and Ethics

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores post-disaster engineering, particularly focusing on the World Trade Center collapse of September 11, 2001, to illuminate broader lessons for ...

Lessons of a Young Heathen

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A comprehensive guide to Heathenry, Norse Magick, and shamanic practices. Authored by Asbjörn Torvǫl and published by Become A Living God, the book ...

Less (Winner of the Pulitzer Prize): A Novel

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Introduces the protagonist, Arthur Less, a novelist approaching fifty who embarks on a global journey to avoid attending his former lover's wedding. T...

Leprosy in Premodern Medicine: A Malady of the Whole Body

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the historical understanding of leprosy in premodern medicine, focusing on how the disease was diagnosed, defined, and treated. It examines t...

Leprechauns: The Myths, Legends, & Lore

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides an in-depth look into the folklore surrounding leprechauns, exploring their origins, characteristics, and behaviors within Irish mythology an...

Leibniz Discovers Asia: Social Networking in the Republic of Letters

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz's extensive efforts to understand the origins and relationships of global populations, particularly those in Asia a...

Left Behind: Urban High Schools and the Failure of Market Reform

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines urban high school reform in the United States, focusing on the impact of market-based and standards-driven policies. It scrutinizes how these...

Least Squares Data Fitting with Applications

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Focuses on least squares data fitting with a strong emphasis on numerical methods and statistical analysis. It explores various algorithms for solving...

Leaving without Losing: The War on Terror after Iraq and Afghanistan

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines the War on Terror following the United States' withdrawals from Iraq and Afghanistan, drawing comparisons to the Cold War and the Vietnam War...

Learning to Smell: Olfactory Perception from Neurobiology to Behavior

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores a novel theoretical view of olfaction that emphasizes the critical role of experience and cortical plasticity in shaping how odors are percei...

The Science of Interstellar

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A renowned physicist and the scientific consultant for the film "Interstellar." The text serves as a companion to the movie, exploring the scientific ...

Kiss Me Not

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A romance novel that follows the story of Halley, a librarian who is the reigning champion of her town's kissing booth, and Preston, her new competito...

Kiss Me Tonight

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A contemporary romance. The table of contents highlights chapters primarily from the perspectives of "Reagan" and "Noah," suggesting dual narration. T...

Knowledge Games: How Playing Games Can Solve Problems, Create Insight, and Make Change

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the concept and application of "knowledge games." These are defined as games designed not merely for entertainment, but with the primary goal...

Knights of the Razor: Black Barbers in Slavery and Freedom

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the social and economic history of black barbers in America, spanning from the colonial era through the early 20th century. It highlights how...

Latino Mennonites: Civil Rights, Faith, and Evangelical Culture

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the complex interplay of civil rights, faith, and evangelical culture within Latino Mennonite communities, particularly focusing on Mexican A...

Land-Grant Universities for the Future: Higher Education for the Public Good

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the evolving mission and challenges of land-grant institutions in the United States. The authors emphasize the concept of the "servant univer...

Latin America and Global Capitalism: A Critical Globalization Perspective

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Analyzes the multifaceted impacts of global capitalism on Latin America, focusing on its economic restructuring, social transformations, and political...

Latinos and the New Immigrant Church

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines the evolution of Catholicism among various Latino communities in the United States, tracing its roots from Spanish colonial influence and the...

Lawless Universe: Science and the Hunt for Reality

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the nature of scientific understanding and its limitations when confronting the universe as a whole. It distinguishes between objective truth...

The Knocked up Plan

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A dating and sex columnist who, tired of the dating scene, decides to become pregnant via a sperm donor, unexpectedly falling for her chosen donor, Ry...

Leading Colleges and Universities: Lessons from Higher Education Leaders

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offers insights from experienced university presidents and chancellors. The book is divided into sections addressing internal challenges, such as inte...

Lazy, Crazy, and Disgusting: Stigma and the Undoing of Global Health

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the pervasive and harmful role of social stigma in global health issues. The book argues that public health campaigns often inadvertently cre...

Learning Innovation and the Future of Higher Education

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines the evolving landscape of higher education. It explores the "turn to learning" within institutions, highlighting the growing emphasis on stud...

Leading Representatives: The Agency of Leaders in the Politics of the U.S. House

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the concept of leadership within the U.S. House of Representatives, focusing on whether individual leaders can shape political outcomes or me...

Learning English as a Foreign Language For Dummies

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A comprehensive guide designed for individuals looking to acquire or improve their English language skills. The book, published by John Wiley & So...

Learning Online: The Student Experience

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores various facets of the online learning experience through anecdotal accounts and research. It examines the motivations of online learners, ran...

Learning the Dingo's Quirks

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Focuses on the budding relationship between Mathe, a vampire and ranch foreman, and Julian, a dingo shifter. The narrative explores their immediate, i...

Kinship and Cohort in an Aging Society: From Generation to Generation

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offer a multifaceted exploration of intergenerational relationships and social dynamics within aging societies, often drawing on studies like the Long...

King of the Lobby: The Life and Times of Sam Ward, Man-About-Washington in the Gilded Age

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offers an in-depth look into the life of Sam Ward, a prominent lobbyist in 19th-century Washington, D.C., known as the "King of the Lobby." It explore...

King Killer

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Focusing on a protagonist named Adam and his group, including Eve, Zea, Madalena, Paula, and Kasta, as they navigate dangerous situations. The narrati...

King Of Scars

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Showcasing various aspects of its narrative and world-building. Readers are introduced to key characters like King Nikolai, Nina, Zoya, and Isaak, and...

Killer Apes, Naked Apes, and Just Plain Nasty People: The Misuse and Abuse of Science in Political Discourse

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Critiques biological determinism, exploring its historical roots from the European Enlightenment through the eugenics movement and the rise of sociobi...

Keys for Identifying Mexican Mammals

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides comprehensive keys for identifying Mexican mammals, originally conceived to offer updated and illustrated identification tools in Spanish. Th...

Keto Diet: Your 30-Day Plan to Lose Weight, Balance Hormones, Boost Brain Health, and Reverse Disease

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Advocates for a ketogenic diet, emphasizing its benefits for weight loss, hormone balance, and combating various diseases like cancer and diabetes. Th...

John Keats: Selected Poems

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A collection of John Keats's poetry, offering a glimpse into his diverse themes and poetic styles. Readers encounter lyrical descriptions of nature's ...

Kafka on the Shore

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A young runaway's journey of self-discovery and his entanglement with mysterious events, including a possible murder linked to his estranged father. C...

Juvenilia (Yale Series of Younger Poets)

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This collection, Juvenilia by Ken Chen, is a compilation of poetry from the Yale Series of Younger Poets, featuring a foreword by Louise Glück. The b...

Justice, Dissent, and the Sublime

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the relationship between aesthetics—specifically the concepts of beauty and the sublime—and notions of justice, politics, and social orga...

Just and Lasting Change: When Communities Own Their Futures

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Describes the SEED-SCALE approach to social change, emphasizing community ownership and sustainable development. It outlines a framework involving fou...

Junkyards, Gearheads, and Rust: Salvaging the Automotive Past

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the multifaceted history and cultural significance of automotive salvage in America. It details the evolution of junkyards from early 20th-ce...

The Judas Child

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offering a glimpse into a psychological thriller. The narrative centers on a missing persons case involving two young girls, Gwen Hubble and Sadie Gre...

Journeys to the Heart of Baltimore

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the complex tapestry of immigration and identity in America, particularly within Baltimore. It highlights the experiences of diverse ethnic g...

Journalists under Fire: The Psychological Hazards of Covering War

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the profound psychological impact of war reporting on journalists. The author, a psychiatrist, details various studies he conducted, funded b...

Jolly Fellows: Male Milieus in Nineteenth-Century America (Gender Relations in the American Experience)

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A subculture characterized by heavy drinking, gambling, fighting, and practical jokes among men. It details how this boisterous behavior, once tolerat...

Johnny Appleseed and the American Orchard: A Cultural History

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offers a comprehensive look into the life of John Chapman, the real man behind the legendary "Johnny Appleseed" figure. It explores his family's Purit...

The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Outlines the author's journey from a middle-class upbringing to becoming an "economic hit man" (EHM)—a professional who allegedly defrauds countries...

John Hawkwood: An English Mercenary in Fourteenth-Century Italy

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offers an in-depth examination of John Hawkwood, an influential English mercenary captain in fourteenth-century Italy. It details his military career,...

The Firm

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Introduce The Firm, a novel centered around Mitch McDeere, a promising Harvard Law graduate recruited by a secretive Memphis tax firm, Bendini, Lamber...

John W. Garrett and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Details the history of the Baltimore and Ohio (B&O) Railroad, the first chartered railroad in the United States, from its modest beginnings to its...

Looking for Alaska

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Detailing the coming-of-age story of Miles Halter at a boarding school in Alabama. The narrative covers Miles's experiences forming friendships, parti...

Donne: Selected Poetry

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offers an introduction to the life and literary significance of John Donne, highlighting his journey from a Catholic family to becoming an Anglican ch...

Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This work is categorized as fiction and erotica, presenting the first-person narrative of Frances "Fanny" Hill. The excerpts chronicle her journey fro...

Emotional Intelligence 2.0

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Details the four core skills of emotional intelligence (EQ): self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. The autho...

John Adams's Republic: The One, the Few, and the Many

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offers a comprehensive examination of John Adams's political thought and career. It traces his evolution from a provincial lawyer to a prominent figur...

Joel Barlow: American Citizen in a Revolutionary World

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides a comprehensive overview of Joel Barlow's multifaceted life, detailing his journey from a young American poet to a significant figure in dipl...

Bringing Down the House

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The narrative primarily follows Mary, a single mother and attorney, and Jace, an ex-convict striving to rebuild his life, as their paths intertwine th...

Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the collapse of various past societies and the environmental challenges they faced, drawing parallels to modern-day issues. It examines how f...

Jane Eyre

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The narrative details Jane's harsh experiences at Lowood School, where she forms a significant friendship with Helen Burns and endures unjust accusati...

Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Serves as a guide for businesses and marketers to effectively leverage social media platforms. It emphasizes a strategic approach, comparing marketing...

MICHAEL JACKSON:: THE MAGIC, THE MADNESS, THE WHOLE STORY

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides excerpts from J. Randy Taraborrelli's biography of Michael Jackson, offering an intimate look into the pop star's life and career. The text c...

The Catcher in the Rye

04 Jul 2025

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The Catcher in the Rye, showcasing its protagonist Holden Caulfield's cynical yet vulnerable narration. It reveals character descriptions like Holden,...

It Happened One Summer

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A romance novel focused on the character Piper Bellinger. Initially portrayed as a socialite from Los Angeles, Piper is compelled to move to the small...

It ends with us

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A novel centered on Lily Bloom's complex relationships. The narrative follows Lily as she grapples with the aftermath of her father's death and a new ...

Islam and the English Enlightenment

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the complex and often surprising relationship between Islam and the English Enlightenment from 1670 to 1840. It challenges the common "clash ...

Money Power: A Force for Freedom or Slavery?

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the intricate and often misunderstood nature of money, challenging conventional economic theories. It examines money's role as a social manag...

Is There Still Sex in the City?

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the experiences of middle-aged women navigating life, relationships, and societal expectations. The narrative covers personal challenges such...

Is Graduate School Really for You?: The Whos, Whats, Hows, and Whys of Pursuing a Master's or Ph.D.

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Serves as a comprehensive guide for individuals considering or currently pursuing graduate education in the United States, primarily focusing on the l...

Iron Coffin: War, Technology, and Experience aboard the USS Monitor (Johns Hopkins Introductory Studies in the History of Technology)

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the USS Monitor's history beyond the conventional narrative of its revolutionary design and battle success. It focuses on the human experienc...

Invisible Sovereign: Imagining Public Opinion from the Revolution to Reconstruction (New Studies in American Intellectual)

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the evolving concept of "public opinion" in America from the late 18th century through the mid-19th century. Initially a dissertation, the au...

Investing in Life: Insurance in Antebellum America (Studies in Early American Economy and Society from the Library Company of Philadelphia)

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the history of life insurance in Antebellum America, focusing on its development, societal integration, and regulatory evolution. It details ...

Investigating College Student Misconduct (Higher Ed Leadership Essentials)

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Provides a detailed guide for higher education professionals handling student misconduct cases. It explores the legal landscape surrounding student di...

Inventing the Pinkertons; or, Spies, Sleuths, Mercenaries, and Thugs: Being a story of the nation’s most famous (and infamous) detective age

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the Pinkerton National Detective Agency from its founding in 1852 to its later iterations, offering a nuanced perspective on its historical r...

Introduction to Abstract Algebra: From Rings, Numbers, Groups, and Fields to Polynomials and Galois Theory

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores abstract algebra, commencing with fundamental set theory and number theory, including operations like unions and intersections, equivalence r...

Introduction to Intercollegiate Athletics

28 Jun 2025

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Offers a comprehensive examination of collegiate sports within the context of American higher education. It explores the historical development and go...

Introduction to Differential Equations Using Sage

28 Jun 2025

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Serves as a textbook for understanding differential equations. It covers both ordinary differential equations (ODEs) and partial differential equation...

Introduction to Cognitive Cultural Studies

28 Jun 2025

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Explores the interdisciplinary field of cognitive cultural studies. The various essays examine how cognitive science, evolutionary psychology, and neu...

A Holiday Lift

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A romance story that begins with protagonists Holly and Dean getting stuck in an elevator during a power outage around Christmas, forcing them to conf...

Intolerant Bodies: A Short History of Autoimmunity

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This historical overview traces the evolution of medical understanding regarding disease, specifically the emergence of the concept of autoimmunity. I...

International Wildlife Management: Conservation Challenges in a Changing World

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the multifaceted challenges and strategies in global wildlife conservation. It addresses critical issues such as invasive species, the impact...

Into the Water: The Sunday Times Bestseller

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Focuses on character perspectives and plot points related to mysterious deaths and disappearances in a place called "The Drowning Pool." Chapters are ...

Intensely Human: The Health of the Black Soldier in the American Civil War

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines the medical experiences of Black soldiers during the Civil War, highlighting the systemic racism and neglect they faced. It discusses how pre...

Integrating Women into the Astronaut Corps: Politics and Logistics at NASA

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines the complex process of integrating women into the American astronaut corps from 1972 to 2004, highlighting the political and logistical chall...

Integrating the US Military: Race, Gender, and Sexual Orientation since World War II

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Examines the evolution of integration within the US military since World War II, focusing on race, gender, and sexual orientation. It details the chal...

Hodges' Scout: A Lost Patrol of the French and Indian War (War/Society/Culture)

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A reconnaissance patrol during the French and Indian War that was nearly annihilated near Lake George in 1756. The text explores the context of the co...

The Marble Faun and A Green Bough

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Presented as a first Random House edition that photographically reproduces the original publications. The publisher's note details their initial relea...

History in the United States, 1800-1860: Its Practice and Purpose

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the Romantic era of historical scholarship in antebellum America. It details how the study of history evolved from an elite avocation to a po...

His Christmas Cookie

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Possessive love story between Cookie and Frost, a Russian man, where their burgeoning relationship is threatened by Frost's manipulative mother and Co...

Hard Choices: A Memoir

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Offer an overview of Hillary Rodham Clinton's tenure as Secretary of State, detailing her approach to American foreign policy, which she termed "smart...

Higher Learning, Greater Good: The Private and Social Benefits of Higher Education

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the multifaceted benefits of higher education, examining both its private returns to individuals and its broader social contributions. It hig...

Higher Education Rulemaking: The Politics of Creating Regulatory Policy

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Analyzes the higher education rulemaking process in the United States, focusing on how regulations related to the Higher Education Act are created and...

Higher Education and Silicon Valley: Connected but Conflicted

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explores the intricate relationship between higher education and the Silicon Valley economy, analyzing how academic institutions in the Bay Area adapt...