Forensic Medicolegal Injury and Death, second edition, provides an introduction to forensic science and coverage of injury patterns, natural disease, suicidal deaths, accidental trauma, child injury and fatalities, elder deaths, domestic violence, and mass fatality.This revised second edition updates all sections and chapters using current references and resources, with contributions from forensic experts who bring their experiences and perspectives to the discussions and ...

From multi-award-winning author Peter Frankopan now comes a dazzling illustrated edition of his bestselling book, The Earth Transformed: An Untold History.Featuring bold and captivating artwork from Romolo D'Hipolito, The Earth Transformed: Illustrated Edition guides readers on an extraordinary journey through the history of our world – like nothing they've ever seen before! Illuminating the way in which our planet's changing natural environment h...

In an increasingly experience-driven economy, companies that deliver great experiences thrive, and those that do not die. Yet many organizations face difficulties implementing a vision of delivering experiences beyond the provision of goods and services. Because experience design concepts and approaches are spread across multiple, often disconnected disciplines, there is no book that succinctly explains to students and aspiring professionals how to design them.J. Robert Rossman and...

Two things threaten to destroy several areas of Daron Kincaid's life--the tracking device he developed to locate victims of sex trafficking and an inherited membership in a mysterious outfit called The Castle. The new developments set the stage to dismantle the relationship with Cameron, the woman he loves, as well as the new life he's building outside of an FBI sting that brought down his former enemies. Coming out of the shadows could have dangerous consequences that affect everyone arou...

AI may not take your job but it may change what it takes to do it. Will you shape this moment or let it shape you?Most books on AI leadership are too technical, leaving you wondering what to do Monday morning. This one focuses on practical frameworks for workplace AI you can use now. Whether you're an early adopter, cautious observer, or skeptic questioning the hype, you'll find a clear path forward. Dr. Patrick Lynch introduces the THRIVE framework, a proven system for human–AI co...

In the aftermath of the heroes’ battle with the evil dragon, Sasae has vanished! When Kanae sets off searching for him, she’s forced to cross swords with Manako’s group. And all the while, Hilmzeld, land of dragons, is gripped even tighter by chaos and tyranny…

This sapphic cli-fi thriller is a love letter to hope in the bleakest of times, combining the multiverse-bending drama of This Is How You Lose the Time War with the cat-and-mouse chase of Killing Eve**.**On a near-future Earth devastated by climate change, Dr. Cassandra Barlowe is right where she wants to be: working on an island of floating trash in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, as far away fr...

Equip Students to Defend the Faith with Clarity and GraceApologetics at the Cross offers a comprehensive, classroom-ready introduction to the study and practice of Christian apologetics. Using Jesus as the model and 1 Peter as a guiding text, this textbook equips students to defend the faith with clarity, humility, and confidence.In this revised and expanded second edition, Chatraw and Allen:Introduce the biblical, theological, and hi...

America is not collapsing—but its spirit is.Millions of Americans feel exhausted, divided, unhealthy, indebted, and disconnected from meaning. Politics promises salvation but delivers frustration. Wealth and influence remain out of reach for most. And the dream that once defined America—freedom, virtue, purpose, and hope—feels increasingly fragile.In Best Bold Hope for America, Jeff D. Reeter, acclaimed author of Do Life Differ...

The fantastic seventh book in the horror anthology series which Booklist called "Highly recommended for longstanding horror fans and those readers who may not think horror is for them."Ghost Lights is the seventh volume in the non-themed horror series of original stories, showcasing the very best short fiction that the genre has to offer, and edited by Mark Morris. This new anthology contains 20 original horror stories, 15 of which have been commi...

Practicing law has always had its fair share of stressors. Lawyers are often entrusted with sensitive or high-stakes problems to solve; they often face urgent and inflexible deadlines; they may have to navigate significant values conflicts; and the workload can be overwhelming at times. But in today's environment of escalating change, there's an added source of stress that’s affecting lawyers everywhere: uncertainty.Uncertainty activates the brain's threat-sensing circuitry. This t...

“Readers exhausted by comparison culture will find this a useful corrective.”– Publisher's WeeklyFor fans of Chatter and On Our Best Behavior**, a practical guide to teach you how to flip the script on envy.**Widely viewed as a negative aspect of human nature, envy can function as a powerful motivator for change and personal growt...