Using Astronomy to Solve More Mysteries in Art, History, and Literature
Weather archives, vintage maps, tides, historical letters and diaries, military records and the assistance of experts in related fields help with this work.For each historical event influenced by astronomy, there is a different kind of mystery to be solved.
In The California Garden Tour veteran travel writer Donald Olson brings his style, wit, and insight to the public gardens of the Golden State. You'll discover the 50 most beautiful and iconic gardens to visit all across the state.
Donald Olson is a travel writer, novelist and playwright. His travel stories have appeared in the New York Times, National Geographic , and other national publications. He has authored several travel guides for Frommer's, Michelin, Fodors and Langenscheidt. His newest guidebook, Gardens of the Pacific Northwest , will be published in 2014 by Timber Press. Under the pen name Swan Adamson, he has published three novels that have also been translated into French. Donald lives, writes and gardens in Manhattan and Portland, OR.
Prescriber 2015 is a concise, up to date prescribing guide. It contains all the ‘must have’ information that junior doctors, nurse prescribers and medical students need at their fingertips. Key features: A–Z list of the 500 most commonly prescribed drugs with each entry containing the key prescribing information Focuses on safety issues, warnings, drug errors and adverse effects Practical guidance on drug selection, plus protocols and guidelines Advice and reference information for complicated prescriptions Concise management summaries for the common medical emergencies Includes the European Resuscitation Council algorithms Clinically useful reminders of basic pharmacology (e.g. receptor profiles)
Frommer's day by day guides are filled with color photos throughout, as well as dozens of annotated maps and walking tours, thematic tours for every taste and star-rated advice on where to eat, stay, shop and have fun. This portable book comes with a waterproof, fold-out map and will enhance any trip.
Frommer's day by day guides are filled with color photos throughout, as well as dozens of annotated maps and walking tours, thematic tours for every taste and star-rated advice on where to eat, stay, shop and have fun. This portable book comes with a waterproof, fold-out map and will enhance any trip.
Frommer's EasyGuides contain punchy, concise prose by our expert local journalists, which gives readers all they need to know to plan the perfect vacation. This includes reviews for travel venues in all price ranges, as well as information on culture and history that will enhance any trip.