Subjects:  1. Life Sciences - Biology - General    2. Science    3. Science/Mathematics    4. Biology, Life Sciences    5. Science / Biology   

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A brilliant treatise on how the mind develops by a credible author with good writing skills
The essence of this book is captured in its very first paragraph, "the mind emerges at the interface of interpersonal experience and the structure and function of the brain." It goes on to explain how this is so in the various chapters that cover memory, emotion, construction of reality (via internal representations), states of mind, self regulation, interpersonal connection and integration.
The Brain and Attachment
While having contributed to many publications, The Developing Mind is the first of many books to be written by Dr. Daniel J. Siegel.Dr. Siegel and his work entitled Interpersonal Neurobiology integrates a spectrum of perspectives such as the latest scientific, cultural, and psychological research into an understandable language that has the potential to stimulate positive individual healing and collective changes in our society.

Putting it all togeter
This is one of the best books that I have read regarding emotions and the physiology of the brain.I work with children who have autism and this was a great resource for helping me to put early childhood development and neuroanatomy together ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Brain    2. Developmental - Lifespan Development    3. Developmental psychology    4. Intellect    5. Interpersonal relations    6. Physiological aspects    7. Psychology    8. Psychotherapy - Child & Adolescent    9. Child & developmental psychology    10. Neurology & clinical neurophysiology    11. Psychology & Psychiatry / Child Psychology   

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AAS nursing student
i had an amazing teacher for medical dosage, and he recommended this book ( the department actually assigned a different book). this book was great, it makes learning fool proof. everything is explained in full, clear detail and makes it for an easy A grade.
Excellent book!
This is the book we used for my BSN program Dosage Calculation class and I thought it was great.It starts you from the beginning (fractions, ratios, etc) and goes from there.There is no need for a teacher when using this book, it explains things very well and in a simple, easy to read/understand manner.Excellent for the beginner.
Just what I expected
This book came fast and was just what I expected.It was soft cover, and packaged with care to ensure it's safe arrival to my home. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Mathematics    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Nursing - Assessment & Diagnosis    5. Nursing - Pharmacology    6. Pharmaceutical Preparations    7. Pharmaceutical arithmetic    8. Pharmacy    9. administration & dosage    10. Health systems & services    11. Medical / Nursing / General    12. Pharmacology   

Reviews (36)

Great, but the same as the older edition
Lippincott Pharm is a fabulous book for medical students. It has the basics clearly outlined and nice tables to help you memorize them. The text is brief and clear. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it seems to be identical to the older edition, except that the little diagrams are in color. It's a lot more expensive than the older edition (millennium update edition) though! Take a look at the two together before you decide whether you want to shell out the money for the newer one.
Excellent book!
This book is amazing..Its so easy to read and so easy to understand. Goes through the chapters smoothly, providing all the information needed. Its especially helpfull to students but also can be used as a reference book. Most importandly, the illustration is impressive!!The tables, drawings, sketches and little pictures make it easier to memorize importand concepts and basic information and thus can make pharmacology fun!!

very good for coursework
I read this book along with my syllabus from BOD. This clears up some of the topics that aren't presented too clearly during BOD. It helped me do well in pharmacology. For the boards, this book should just be used as a reference if there are any concepts you don't understand in first aid. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Medical / Nursing    3. Pharmacology    4. Test Preparation & Review    5. Medical / Test Preparation & Review   

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Superficial, dull and uninteresting.
As mentioned by other reviewers, this book drones endlessly about the details of experiments that first-year undergraduates are unlikely to appreciate to any degree. From my own research experience, I understand very well that every bit of scientific knowledge comes as the result of weeks, months or years of effort, but focusing so much on that in an introductory textbook means that a great many important details are sacrificed in the process- and details are important. It's been a year and a half since I've used the book and the only reason I learned anything about biology during that time was because I read other books, especially Campbell's. Freeman's book might do well enough for non-majors, but it is horrible for use with biology or chemistry majors. There is very little substance here and it does not pose a challenge. If you've used it and think otherwise, I encourage you to examine Campbell's book, as it is the current standard in the field, but almost any other will do. On top of that, I noted over 100 typos/misprints/mislabeled captions in the first half alone, and there is little that annoys me more than $120 books that slipped through the editorial cracks a few dozen times. This text does not live up to expectations.

student
This book is definitely worth the money.I am the type of person who learns better from reading than listening to (mostly) boring lectures.For that type of person this book is perfect.It is one of the best science books I've ever used.
too much focus on experiments that certain details are not explained as well.
After acing Introductory Bio the previous year with Campbell & Reece's Biology, I returned this year as an undergrad TA for the same class. The professor had switched to this book, which is by far just a piece of crap next to the Campbell & Reece book.
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Subjects:  1. Biology    2. Life Sciences - Biology - General    3. Science    4. Science/Mathematics    5. Biology, Life Sciences    6. Science / Biology   

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Great christmas gift!
I got this book for as a christmas gift but since it came unwrapped, I checked it out right away- it is awesome! This second edition has a smooother look to it, with more radiographs and tables. I have always been a fan of the margin tips and this edition does a great job with them. I have my medicine clerkship coming up next and already feel I am ahead of the game.
Weak.
You can read my comparative amazon review of 3 titles - 'Blueprints Medicine', 'First Aid for the Medicine Clerkship', & 'Step-Up to Medicine' at 'Blueprints Medicine', ISBN:1405105003
Not my favorite
I think a lot of people buy this book due to all the hype around First Aid for Step 1 (and for that book, deservedly so).Don't fall for that!This is my take on it:
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Subjects:  1. Career Choice    2. Clinical Clerkship    3. Fellowships and Scholarships    4. Handbooks    5. Internal Medicine    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Test Preparation & Review    9. Clinical & Internal Medicine    10. Medical / Internal Medicine   

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You need this book
This book is a must-have for anyone writing a college level or above paper.I've found that it's better used as a reference, not as the kind type of book you sit down and read.One warning, it is a manual, so it's pretty dry - dry, but necessary.

Excellent Resource
As valuable today in professional business writing as it was 20 years ago in college.

This book is the Bible for Historians!
I was instructed by several of my past professors that this book would be the guiding light in regards to submitting & creating scholarly materials in my academic writing matriculation.They were right, this book regardless of its many editions has been in my possession for the last 6-7 years.Academians of all concentrations when it comes down to the publishing of Termpapers, Thesis, or Dissertations, you really cannot go wrong with this Chicago-style format.This book made assessing materials, writing papers, citations, proper documentation, and even grading essay papers as a college instructor an enjoyable experience.However, as a undergraduate and graduate student I was introduced to this bible.Now I am entertaining the idea of future editing. I recomment this book to all of my students and colleagues alike!
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Subjects:  1. Academic writing    2. Composition & Creative Writing - Academic    3. Dissertations    4. Dissertations, Academic    5. Education    6. General    7. Handbooks, manuals, etc    8. Higher    9. Reference    10. Report writing    11. Teaching Methods & Materials - Arts & Humanities    12. English    13. Reference / General    14. Writing & editing guides    15. Writing skills   

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FTIR Bible
This is a great reference for anyone designing or using FTIR instruments.This book is really intended for the advanced users and is worth the price.The only major drawback is that it is getting a little dated. The Classic Reference on FTIR
This book is the Bible of FTIR, written by the twin gods of FTIR,Griffiths and DeHaseth.It contains as complete an introduction to thetheory and practice of this field as is available.Anyone who wants adetailed understanding of this field, and in particular how FTIRs work,should own this book.However...there are 2 reasons why I gave the book4 stars instead of 5.Read more

Subjects:  1. Chemistry - Analytic    2. Fourier transform infrared spe    3. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy    4. Physics    5. Science    6. Science/Mathematics    7. Spectrochemistry    8. Chemical spectroscopy, spectrochemistry    9. Science / Chemistry / Analytic   

Reviews (5)

It's amazing what reading a good textbook actually feels like!
Let's be blunt: most science textbooks, especially at the introductory level, are terrible these days. They're filled with fluff, poorly formatted, have examples that don't explain the exercises at all (I shake my fist menacingly at Tipler), and above all, just don't teach the material very well. It's clear the authors understand it (usually), but it's also clear they just don't get how to convey it people who... well... don't.
Great book
I thourougly enjoyed the book, however I would have liked twice as many worked example exercises in the book.

one of the best
This book explains basic chemistry concepts very well. The chapter on entropy is great. The sequence of the topics covered is generally traditional. I like the idea that the chapter on solutions is placed after the basic concept of equilibrium is covered. Some organic chemistry is integrated into the text. I personally believe that the concepts of acid and base should be extended a little to prepare students for organic chemistry. This book has more pages (~1200 pages) than most other general chemistry textbook available (~1000 pages). I wish the publisher could have it available in two volumes so that it is easier for students to carry around and read it. ... Read more

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Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies
As a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine I can attest to the value of this book's information. It is a fantastic reference book and provides practitioners with detailed formulae descriptions, analysis of formulae and is invaluable to any Chinese medicine practitioner.
Bensky's Formuales & Strategies
This is a classical book about Herbal Formulaes. I have read it several times and consult it often. I believe Strategy refers to how an herbologist will be able to use the book to add or modify ingridient and dosage. Unlike the review I wrote for "Material Medica", I find this is a useful book with much needed information to come up with a prescription. Needless to say the translation of this book is choppy in many places. The authors can keep the terms more to the point. These flowerly terms used is a minus.
No contenders
The fact that no real contenders have emerged in more than 13 years since this book's publication is sufficient testimony to its quality.Read more

Subjects:  1. China    2. Formulae, receipts, prescripti    3. Formulae, receipts, prescriptions    4. Health/Fitness    5. Herbs    6. Medical / Alternative Medicine    7. Medicinal plants    8. Medicine, Chinese    9. Therapeutic use    10. Alternative Medicine    11. Medical    12. Traditional medicine & remedies   

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What I Expected
I got exactly what I payed for.I got a brand new book, still in the shrinkwrap, and at a dicounted price.I strongly recommend using this seller.

Kotz is one of the best
I own three general chemistry textbooks, and have studied from dozens.
Finally!!! Chemistry Made Easy!!!
This is the most comprehensive lecture book published.Considering this is a college level text, it is very easy to understand - easy enough for high school students.The authors ease their way, not jump around, into every topic.Also, all examples (including mathematical expressions and equations) are explained in easy, step-by-step format.
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Subjects:  1. Chemistry - General    2. Science    3. Science/Mathematics    4. Chemistry    5. Science / Chemistry / General   

Subjects:  1. General    2. Personality    3. Psychology    4. Psychotherapy    5. Self-actualization (Psychology)    6. Textbooks    7. Psychology & Psychiatry / General    8. The self, ego, identity, personality   

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good for IM residents
The only weakness is that there's no machanism of the meds.

Excellent pocket drug dosage reference
I am a resident physician and I find this book indispensable. It is the best reference for carrying in your pocket in order to look up drug doses. It has some other useful information such as pregnancy category, brand names, relative cost, peds dosing and other small but useful features. Nice index. I use this book several times a day every day (well, every work day), and it is the one book I make sure is always in my pocket. I use the classic T-shirt edition - it fits in the top pocket of my lab coat so nicely.
always a valuable purchase
I use ePocrates for most of my minute to minute drug referencing but tarascon still has good information, especially less common brand names for common drugs and also very convenient other stuff like the dermatome diagrams. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Medical    2. Pharmacology   

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FIRST RESPONDER SEVENTH EDITION
i RECEIVED THIS BOOK IN EXCELLENT CONDITION IN GOOD TIME.iT ONLY TOOK A COUPLE DAYS TO GET, THE BOOK IS TEACHING ME ALOT ABOUT THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM AND ANATOMY OF HUMANS, IT IS TEACHING ME CPR AND IT IS VERY INFORMATIVE, IT HAS GREAT PICTURES.I AM TAKING A CPR CLASS TO BECOME A FIRE FIGHTER.THIS IS A GREAT BOOK

Fantastic book
This is a terrific book. It's written at a very basic, reader-friendly level. Likewise, the information is presented in a logical, organized manner. Also, the Student CD-Rom contains tons of extra resources, that really helped me master the material.

A good book for all "emergency heros"
This book is very useful because of its very good pictures and photographs. You can see all important facts at first sight. That is very good for people who want to review things they have learned some time ago. So that's why I think this is a very good book, not only for all "real" first responders. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Allied Health Services - Emergency Medical Services    2. Emergencies    3. Emergency Medical Services    4. Emergency Medical Technicians    5. Emergency Medicine    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Medical Emergencies    9. Paramedical Technician Practice    10. First aid & paramedical services    11. Medical / Allied Health Services / Emergency Medical Services   

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A Nurses Best Friend
While working as an office RN I am often asked by a patient questions about the "new" medication they are on.This book provides the answers.It's easy to read, each drug is broken into quick to find sections and it is very up-to-date.Don't practice nursing without this book!

Great Resource for Nurses
This is one of the best drug guides I have found. It contains everything you need and then some. It also has a handy cd-rom with tons of information on it.

Davis' Drug Guide
This book is very helpful.It has lots of drugs in it, and a lot of valuable info for planning patient care and ensuring there are no medication reactions. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Drug Guides    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Nursing - Pharmacology    5. Nursing    6. Pharmacology   

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ACLS Study Guide 3rd ED
I love this book!The author sounds exactly like me...scared to death to take an ACLS course.I have just started using this book but so far it has helped to calm my fears/anxiety. I also have the American Heart Association book, but this one explains things very basically for those of us not in critical care and/or have no critical care experience.It gets to the point in an understandable way.I would recommend it to anyone!
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Subjects:  1. Cardiology    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Test Preparation & Review    5. Accident & emergency medicine    6. First aid & paramedical services    7. Medical / Cardiology   

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The book you need
As an infectious disease fellow, I recommend that anyone who want be an ID man should have such a book. Most infectious problems and diseases have been detailed in this book, although there are far going of emerging diseases and new antibiotics. A good clinical microbiology text
The two volume set is indeed a comprehensive reference work, but individual chapter can be read by themselves. I use this book on almost a daily basis, the only negative against it is that such a large book by its size can only be updated at intervals of a number of years so a folder in which to put your acculated journal articles next to it, until the next edition is advised as, infectious diseases is not a static field. Since there is a CD rom available now that may well be worth checking out. In closing for anybody involved in anything from clinical microbiology to a infectious disease specialist this book is a must.

Every Infectious Disease specialist has one!
I'm an Infectious Diseases fellow, and everyone who rotates through this training program, obtains in some way or another, a copy of this book. Read more

Subjects:  1. Communicable Diseases    2. General    3. Infectious Diseases    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Infectious & contagious diseases    7. Medical / Infectious Diseases   

Subjects:  1. Breast Feeding    2. Breastfeeding    3. Family / Parenting / Childbirth    4. Gynecology & Obstetrics    5. Infant Nutrition    6. Lactation    7. Medical    8. Milk, Human    9. Pregnancy, birth & baby care   

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Excellent resource
I used the eighth edition of this book for my graduate level course in human development. It is an excellent resource for anyone involved in child-related fields. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Developmental - General    2. Developmental - Lifespan Development    3. Developmental psychology    4. Movements - Humanism    5. Psychiatry - General    6. Psychology    7. Child & developmental psychology    8. Psychology & Psychiatry / General    9. Sociology, Social Studies   

Reviews (5)

Excellent for reference and study
This is now the fourth edition of this textbook that the reviewer has purchased.The first edition was the reviewer's companion during the senior year of medical school and residency training, when the appropriate sections were read whenever encountering patients with one of the discussed diseases.The second edition was the reviewer's most-used texbook during preparation for the anesthesiology oral examination.Most recently, a second copy of this most recent edition was purchased as the required textbook for a resident rotation in preoperative evaluation.This book has a place on the shelf of any anesthesiologist who is preparing for the oral boards or in practice.
Very Good
This book is very good for the integration of patient care with pathophysiological conditions or co-morbidities. A must have before addressing your patients with higher ASA number assignments.

Previous reviews are outdated!
The previous 3 reviews were written before the release of this new edition. Still the best single book to read for the oral Boards. All clinicians should own a copy and refer to it often. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Anesthesiology    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Pathology    5. Surgery - General    6. Surgical Pathology    7. Anaesthetics    8. Medical / Anesthesiology