The Strange Tools of Human Communication by Ruth Finnegan centers on communication as a multimodal phenomenon of voice, writing, and music. She traces alphabetic writing to Semitic proto-alphabets derived from Egyptian hieroglyphs, distinguishing it from pictographic systems that convey meaning visually across languages. Finnegan teaches...

Burnout in physicians can lead to adverse effects on patient care. According to Mark Sorensen, almost half of all physicians in the US and elsewhere are burned out. In The HIPUS® Revolution, Dr. Sorensen addresses this vital societal issue and calls for more IT integration...

Dr. Robert C. Meyers’ The Relationship Between Strategic Success Paradigm and Performance in Nonprofit Hospitals examines the link between strategic management paradigms and performance outcomes in nonprofit hospitals. The book is based on Dr. Ansoff's Strategy Success Paradigm, and the author looks at how organizational...

Tectonics As Seen By An Engineer: Accelerations by Tomasz Głowacki offers a unique, engineering-oriented perspective on the complex mechanics of Earth’s lithospheric movement. But rather than focusing solely on the widely accepted theories of plate tectonics, Głowacki presents a book that investigates the overlooked and...

Hispanic culture, in general, has a firm, established view on the ideal male machismo and the female marianismo. In Machismo and Marianismo Tango, Dr. David Sequeira takes a deep dive into how these two ideals often clash and contrast, leading to violence and abuse of...

The Stories They Hear shares the incredible influence of Dr. William Keyes IV in mentoring the "Talented Tenth," shaping the future of academically adept African American men through the Institute for Responsible Citizenship. With a wealth of experience, Dr. Keyes speaks on overcoming health battles...

The Salt Test by Kingsley Maunder is a practical guide for any entrepreneur, product manager, or innovator looking to turn a concept into a commercial product. The book uses real-life examples and focuses on identifying and testing critical assumptions as early as possible in the...

Tools, Totems, and Totalities by Allen Batteau and Christine Miller looks at technology’s role in shaping modern perceptions and its association with progress. They speak on how objects like video games, medical devices, and infrastructure are categorized as technology and tied to assumptions about efficiency,...

The Dog Owner's Guide to Health Emergencies by Dr. Gal Chivvis DVM is a great resource designed to prepare pet owners for different health crises that can affect their canine companions. Drawing on years of experience as an emergency veterinarian, Dr. Chivvis provides full coverage...

The Accidental Educator: Life-Defining Stories of Rites and Wrongs by Dr. Eric Reno is a memoir that explores the educational journeys of a professional educator and a lifelong learner. This book stands out for its introspective look into how formative experiences, from childhood through retirement,...