Now updated and expanded to cover the latest technologies, this full-color text on clinical refraction uses an easy-to-read format to give optometry students and practitioners all the important information they need. Also covers a wide range of other aspects of the eye exam, including anterior and posterior segment evaluations, contact lens, ocular pharmacology, and visual field analysis. Four new chapters cover wavefront-guided refraction, optical correction with refractive surgeries, pro...

The Church of Christ, at this present hour, is host to a multitude of frustrated and disenchanted ministers and scholars. From the inside of ministry, the veneer of our movement disappears and the blemishes take center-stage. Discouragement is common. In response to this state of affairs, we asked an eclectic cast of authors, ministers, and scholars to answer the question, "Why did you stay within our movement?" The result is a diverse set of answers which we hope will create some hope for...

Science, Virtue, and the Future of Humanity addresses each of the key public policy issues of our techno-future from the perspective of deeply informed and philosophically inclined public intellectuals. Among the issues addressed are the detachment of our idea of justice from any credible foundation; Tocqueville’s prescience on how a “cognitive elite” might be the aristocracy to be most feared in our time; robotization and the possibility of being ruled by morally challenged robots; organ ...

This handbook explores the concept of Ecological Civilization (EC) through a transdisciplinary lens, organized into five key sections: 1. Dedication and Foreword; 2. Philosophical, Technological & Scientific Foundations; 3. Transformative Educational Approaches and Applications; 4. Practical Applications & Global Perspectives; and 5. Theory, Policy, and Educational Practice, with an additional Ecopedagogies section and Afterword.The Dedication introduces EC, tracin...

Topics include: Cardiac Arrest as a Public Health Concern, Prehospital Cardiac Arrest, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Cardioactive Medications in Cardiac Arrest, Airway Management in Cardiac Arrest, Rapid Response Teams, and Pediatric Cardiac Arrest.

What are the limits of justified retaliation against aggression? What actions are morally permissible in preventing future aggression? Against whom may retaliation be aimed? These questions have long been part of the debate over the ethics of warfare. They all took on new meaning after terrorists hijacked four U.S. airliners on September 11, 2001.War after September 11 considers the just aims and legitimate limits of the United States' response to the terrorist attacks. Si...

A comprehensive guide to Russian-language instruction combining the latest research, pedagogy, and practice. The Art of Teaching Russian offers practitioners current research, pedagogical thinking, and specific methodologies for teaching the Russian language and culture in the twenty-first century. With contributions from the leading professionals in the field, this collection covers the most important aspects of teaching the Russian language. The book begins ...

Mira's journey as a Dream Navigator begins in the Luminous Library, a space where the laws of ordinary matter are secondary to a geometry that feels more like music than mathematics. In this realm, "books" are merely linguistic shorthand for compressed experiences that hum with the residue of every consciousness that has ever brushed against them. The pages are composed of liquid light, rippling like water, while the floor reflects a perpetual sunset of orange, violet, and rose. Mira moves...

Alien Magic by William BenjaminDiscover the future in Alien Magic, a thrilling cyberpunk adventure by William Benjamin.In the neon-soaked metropolis of Neo-Veritas, where reality and virtuality collide, Ryan Striker is a seasoned Navigator—a daring explorer of the mysterious hyperspace. As the lines between human and machine blur, Ryan is thrust into a perilous mission that will challenge everything he knows about the world and himself.When the discovery of hyperspa...

"The Color Line: A Brief in Behalf of the Unborn" by William Benjamin Smith is a thought-provoking exploration of race and identity. Smith delves into the complexities of racial classification and the implications it has on society. He argues for a more nuanced understanding of race, challenging the binary views that often dominate discussions. Through a combination of historical context and philosophical inquiry, Smith presents a compelling case for recognizing the humanity of all individ...

"The Fight for the Argonne: Personal Experiences of a 'Y' Man" by William Benjamin West offers a vivid account of the author's experiences during World War I. As a member of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA), West served in the Argonne Forest, providing support and comfort to soldiers in the trenches. His narrative captures the harrowing realities of war, the camaraderie among troops, and the vital role of the YMCA in boosting morale. Through personal anecdotes, West illustrates...

Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXX, December 1910: Tests of Creosoted Timber, Paper No. 1168 is a comprehensive technical report that delves into the experimental analysis and performance evaluation of creosoted timber, a material widely used in civil engineering for its durability and resistance to decay. Authored by a committee of distinguished engineers and researchers, this volume presents the findings of a series of rigorous tests conducted to assess the...