In his book Albion’s Seed, David Hackett Fischer argues that the culture of four British Folkways which he identifies as originating in distinct regions of the British Isles have shaped the character of America. He contends that these folkways were brought to the American colonies by groups of people who had common regional backgrounds and…
Acordes De Piano is a piano chords app that helps you learn and play the piano. It is based on the C major scale and uses the notes C, D, E, F, G, A, B. The app has a built-in metronome so you can keep time while playing the chords. Acordes De Piano also includes…
A Pocket Style Manual, 8th edition by Diana Hacker and Nancy Sommers is an essential guide for college writers. It provides clear explanations of grammar, punctuation, and other mechanics of style. The book also covers research and writing basics, such as how to find sources and cite them properly. Whether you’re a freshman just starting…
If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from acne, you know how frustrating it can be to try product after product with no results. You may have even given up hope that you will ever find a solution. But there is hope! Mike Walden and Charlotte Cho, co-authors of the book…
Molecular Biology of the Cell is a comprehensive textbook that explores all aspects of cell biology. The book is divided into four sections: cell structure and function, genes and genomes, metabolism, and signaling. Each section includes a variety of chapters that cover specific topics in detail. The sixth edition includes new chapters on RNA interference…
A Perfect Union of Contrary Things is a memoir by Maynard James Keenan and Sarah Jensen. In it, the authors recount their unlikely meeting and eventual marriage. They detail the challenges they faced in their relationship, as well as the lessons they learned along the way. The book is structured around the concept of yin…
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released its 2015 ACLS algorithm. This algorithm is designed to provide guidance for the management of adult patients who present with acute cardiac conditions. The algorithm includes both basic and advanced life support measures, as well as recommendations for post-cardiac arrest care. The American Heart Association (AHA) has released…
The Alberta Infant Motor Scale (AIMS) is an assessment tool used to measure the gross motor development of infants and young children up to three years of age. It is a standardized, norm-referenced test that has been shown to be reliable and valid for use with this population. The AIMS consists of 21 items that…
I don’t know what a perfect life is. I don’t think anyone does. We all have our own idea of what perfection looks like, and for most of us, it’s probably different than what someone else might consider to be perfect. Perfection is a subjective concept, and that’s why I believe there’s no such thing…
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently released the 318-14 code, which is the first update to the 318 code since 2008. The biggest change in this new code is the requirement for concrete to have a minimum compressive strength of 6,000 psi (41 MPa) for structural applications. This change was made to align with the…