When we hear the word “leadership,” we often associate it with the workplace, but some of the best examples of leadership can be found in the home or among loved ones. In Leadership in Crisis and Crisis in Leadership, Dr. Ganesh Narine delves into what it means to be a leader. He discusses his own experiences of success and challenges as a manager, while also demonstrating the many ways other people in his life have shown great leadership.In providing stories about his life and the...

This book discusses recent advances in wearable technologies and personal monitoring devices, covering topics such as skin contact-based wearables (electrodes), non-contact wearables, the Internet of things (IoT), and signal processing for wearable devices.Although it chiefly focuses on wearable devices and provides comprehensive descriptions of all the core principles of personal monitoring devices, the book also features a section on devices that are embedded in smart appliances/...

This book is designed as a reference text and provides a comprehensive overview of conceptual and practical knowledge about deep learning in medical image processing techniques. The post-pandemic situation teaches us the importance of doctors, medical analysis, and diagnosis of diseases in a rapid manner. This book provides a snapshot of the state of current research between deep learning, medical image processing, and health care with special emphasis on saving human life. The chapters co...

Comprehensive surgical techniques and insights to inform management of cervical spine disordersCervical spine surgery requires a deep understanding of the region's bony, ligamentous, vascular, and neural anatomy and biomechanics, combined with the artistry and precision of a master craftsman. Cervical Spine Surgery: Principles and Techniques, edited by Ali A. Baaj, Khoi D. Than, Saleh S. Baeesa, Ganesh M. Shankar, and Alan H. Daniels serves as a l...

Why are the airlines always in a crisis?Everyone has a horror story about air travel—cancellations, delays, lost baggage, tiny seats, poor service. In this day and age, there is no reason that flying should be this bad. In Why Flying Is Miserable, Ganesh Sitaraman, a law professor and policy expert, explains how this happened: It was a conscious choice made by Washington in the 1970s to roll back many forms of regulation that began during the New Deal, in ...

Since the "surge" in Iraq in 2006, counterinsurgency effectively became America's dominant approach for fighting wars. Yet many of the major controversies and debates surrounding counterinsurgency have turned not on military questions but on legal ones: Who can the military attack with drones? Is the occupation of Iraq legitimate? What tradeoffs should the military make between self-protection and civilian casualties? What is the right framework for negotiating with the Taliban? How can we...

"Tourism: The Tea Handbook" is an insightful guide that explores the fascinating world of tea and its connection to tourism. We take readers on a journey through the cultural, historical, and economic significance of tea in various regions around the globe. From the lush tea plantations of Asia to the charming tea rooms of Europe, this handbook provides insights into diverse tea-producing areas and unique tourist experiences.Our book goes beyond descriptions of tea cultivation and c...

The need for this book is driven by the rapid pace of change and innovation in the business world. Traditional business models and strategies that may have worked in the past are no longer as effective, and new technologies and emerging trends are constantly disrupting the industry. To stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in the modern business world, it is critical to gain a deep understanding of new business models and strategies that can help businesses succeed. Not only busin...

Diving to Sync is more than just a book—it’s a transformative journey towards self-discovery, alignment, and authentic living. In a world overflowing with noise and distractions, this guide offers a rare opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your true essence. It doesn’t merely teach; it awakens.At the heart of this journey lies the SYNC framework—a powerful system born from deep research, introspection, and real-world application. Acting as a mirror, it reveals your tru...

Powerful, heart-rending and unforgettable, - Gurkha Guns' tells the true story of a young Gurkha soldier's life before, during and after, the Falklands War. The reader is gripped from the beginning by this remarkable, moving account of how the author Ganesh Rai became a soldier and left his native village for a life of adventure, peril and arduous self-discipline.

The Essential Translation of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras provides an accessible path to understanding one of yoga's most important texts with depth, precision, and insight.This translation is guided by four principles:Authentic: Grounded in Vyasa's canonical explanation of the Yoga Sutras and the major Sanskrit commentaries that expand upon it. It is not a personal reinterpretation of the text.Clear: Direct and unambiguous explana...

The Puranas, as suggested by their name, describe events deep in the earth’s past. Finding a complete cosmology in the ancient Puranic texts that is mostly aligned to the view of cutting-edge science is almost incredible.This book attempts to do so through an exploratory analysis. The narrative is pieced together by exploring familiar stories from the Puranas in great depth. In the well-known story of the Descent of Ganga, the extra-terrestrial origin of Earth’s wat...