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Books: Text Books: Judaism
A Short History of the Jewish People: From Legendary Times to Modern Statehood by Raymond P. Scheindlin Available from Amazon $15.95 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Product Review "Jewish history is often told not as a narrative of real people with human problems and interests but as an idealized national myth," writes Raymond Scheinlin, in the introduction to his excellent A Short history of the Jewish People. Scheinlin is an observant Jew, but his book is not a history of the Jewish religion. It is a history of Jewish tribes around the world and the ways "they have interacted with the nations and cultures among whom they have lived, adapting to their environment while retaining a variety of continuities." The book's brevity precludes exhaustiveness, but its focus on particular Jewish communities and its disciplined analysis of their political successes and foibles give readers a firm grasp on the movements in Jewish history that have shaped the Middle East, Europe, and America. Amply illustrated with maps and photographs, the fluid prose of Scheinlin's History make this book a useful starting point for anyone seeking a secular history of Judaism that is neither skeptical nor hostile to religion. --Michael Joseph Gross --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Book Description Where did the Jews come from? How did they retain their strong sense of community through centuries of dispersion? How have the Jews of the present, with their proud ethnic identity and thriving national home, emerged out of the downtrodden Jews of the past? Such questions arise naturally in the minds of anyone contemplating the long history of Jewish people. In one concise, authoritative volume, A Short history of the Jewish People provides insights and answers. This sweeping and highly informative work presents the major geographical, cultural, and political forces that have determined the course of Jewish history, introducing the many individuals, both religious and secular, who have shaped the character, mindset, and prospects of the Jewish people. Organized chronologically, the narrative follows the Jewish experience from legendary times to the peace agreements currently being negotiated in the Middle East. And, to give this overview an international and timely perspective, Raymond P. Scheindlin focuses his study on the pivotal events and dominant communities within each historical period. Written by a respected Hebrew scholar, cultural historian, noted author, and rabbi, A Short history of the Jewish People carefully describes the story of a people as varied as the many cultures in which they have lived. Including detailed maps and stirring photos, as well as timelines and sidebars, this pioneering work is a valuable resource for anyone broadly curious about the Jewish people. |
Clinical Textbook of Addictive Disorders, Third Editionby Richard J. Frances, Sheldon Irvin Miller, and Avram H. Mack Available from Amazon $75.00 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Product Review "In this newly revised and long-awaited third edition of the Clinical textbook of Addictive Disorders, the carefully selected experts within their respective domains have put together an astonishingly comprehensive reference work, well-edited and accessible. Among the highlights: the foundational section boasts a valuable chapter on the latest neuroscience findings, and the evidence-based treatment modalities are given expanded coverage. And I am sure the clinician will welcome the new chapters on the myriad of special addiction populations, dealing with such topics as polysubstance disorders; psychiatric co-morbidity; gambling and other 'behavioral' addictions; pain; drug abuse among adolescents and in the workplace; HIV/AIDS;--and much, much more. This work has truly become a classic in the field!"--Leo Goldberger, Behavioral Science Book Service® Advisory Board Member "Clinical textbook of Addictive Disorders, Third Edition, nicely depicts the many recent advances that have taken place in the addictions field. The latest neuroscientific knowledge--including neurobiological mechanisms, pathophysiology, and genetics--is well presented, as are current evidence-based intervention methods. The authors assembled here represent the top experts in their respective areas. This new edition is an ideal tool for all mental health practitioners and trainees involved in diagnosing and treating persons with addictive disorders, as well as for researchers and educators."--Pedro Ruiz, MD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Texas medical School at Houston "This is more than just an update of the classic reference. In this edition, addictive disorders have been placed in a context reflecting their expression in the real world. Thus, polydrug use, psychiatric comorbidity, and 'behavioral addictions,' such as pathological gambling, are now emphasized. Moreover, issues related to addiction across populations (e.g., ethnic groups, gender, and children/adolescents) are now addressed. The result is a volume that will be useful for professionals in social services, health care, and public policy, as well as advanced students training for these professions."--Thomas H. Brandon, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of South Florida, and Tobacco research and Intervention Program, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and research Institute "I have been looking forward to the new edition of this useful teaching tool. Beyond covering the basics that readers expect from an addiction text--pharmacology of specific substances and major treatment modalities--the editors also address a breadth of other topics, including polydrug use, comorbidities, HIV/AIDS, and the needs of women and older adults. The comprehensiveness and readability of this text promise to make it a favorite among clinical educators, medical students, and residents."--Joyce A. Tinsley, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Connecticut; Executive Director, American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training "An essential clinical resource, this revised and updated volume features comprehensive yet focused coverage of the most important and innovative topics in the ever-changing field of substance abuse treatment. Written by noted practitioners and researchers, chapters range from the pharmacology of psychoactive drugs to the latest psychosocial interventions and medications shown to be effective in treating patients with alcohol and drug problems. This is an ideal text for providing students with a broad overview of the field as well as specific guidelines for clinical practice. Practitioners will find it a handy reference for state-of the-art conceptualizations and treatments for the full range of substance use disorders."--Arnold M. Washton, PhD, private practice, New York, New York, and Princeton, New Jersey "This is an important, accessible, comprehensive book; I commend the authors and editors for their work.This is a useful text for teaching about the addictive disorders in many fields, including medicine, psychology, social work, counseling, and nursing.Stands out as a readable and authoritative text.This text deserves to be read by mental and behavioral health care professionals before it takes its useful and deserved place on their reference bookshelves."--APA PsycCRITIQUES
"This is a comprehensive update of this excellent textbook of addiction psychiatry. All psychiatrists need to be knowledgeable in this area and reading this book would be a step in that direction."--Doody's Electronic Journal Product Review "In this newly revised and long-awaited third edition of the Clinical textbook of Addictive Disorders, the carefully selected experts within their respective domains have put together an astonishingly comprehensive reference work, well-edited and accessible. Among the highlights: the foundational section boasts a valuable chapter on the latest neuroscience findings, and the evidence-based treatment modalities are given expanded coverage. And I am sure the clinician will welcome the new chapters on the myriad of special addiction populations, dealing with such topics as polysubstance disorders; psychiatric co-morbidity; gambling and other 'behavioral' addictions; pain; drug abuse among adolescents and in the workplace; HIV/AIDS;--and much, much more. This work has truly become a classic in the field!"--Leo Goldberger, Behavioral Science Book Service® Advisory Board Member "Clinical textbook of Addictive Disorders, Third Edition, nicely depicts the many recent advances that have taken place in the addictions field. The latest neuroscientific knowledge--including neurobiological mechanisms, pathophysiology, and genetics--is well presented, as are current evidence-based intervention methods. The authors assembled here represent the top experts in their respective areas. This new edition is an ideal tool for all mental health practitioners and trainees involved in diagnosing and treating persons with addictive disorders, as well as for researchers and educators."--Pedro Ruiz, MD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Texas medical School at Houston "This is more than just an update of the classic reference. In this edition, addictive disorders have been placed in a context reflecting their expression in the real world. Thus, polydrug use, psychiatric comorbidity, and 'behavioral addictions,' such as pathological gambling, are now emphasized. Moreover, issues related to addiction across populations (e.g., ethnic groups, gender, and children/adolescents) are now addressed. The result is a volume that will be useful for professionals in social services, health care, and public policy, as well as advanced students training for these professions."--Thomas H. Brandon, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of South Florida, and Tobacco research and Intervention Program, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and research Institute "I have been looking forward to the new edition of this useful teaching tool. Beyond covering the basics that readers expect from an addiction text--pharmacology of specific substances and major treatment modalities--the editors also address a breadth of other topics, including polydrug use, comorbidities, HIV/AIDS, and the needs of women and older adults. The comprehensiveness and readability of this text promise to make it a favorite among clinical educators, medical students, and residents."--Joyce A. Tinsley, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Connecticut; Executive Director, American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training "An essential clinical resource, this revised and updated volume features comprehensive yet focused coverage of the most important and innovative topics in the ever-changing field of substance abuse treatment. Written by noted practitioners and researchers, chapters range from the pharmacology of psychoactive drugs to the latest psychosocial interventions and medications shown to be effective in treating patients with alcohol and drug problems. This is an ideal text for providing students with a broad overview of the field as well as specific guidelines for clinical practice. Practitioners will find it a handy reference for state-of the-art conceptualizations and treatments for the full range of substance use disorders."--Arnold M. Washton, PhD, private practice, New York, New York, and Princeton, New Jersey "This is an important, accessible, comprehensive book; I commend the authors and editors for their work.This is a useful text for teaching about the addictive disorders in many fields, including medicine, psychology, social work, counseling, and nursing.Stands out as a readable and authoritative text.This text deserves to be read by mental and behavioral health care professionals before it takes its useful and deserved place on their reference bookshelves."--APA PsycCRITIQUES
"This is a comprehensive update of this excellent textbook of addiction psychiatry. All psychiatrists need to be knowledgeable in this area and reading this book would be a step in that direction."--Doody's Electronic Journal |
The Book of Miracles: The Meaning of the Miracle Stories in Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and Islamby Kenneth L. Woodward Available from Amazon $16.00 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Product Review In The Book of Miracles Kenneth Woodward highlights the stories behind religious miracles, explaining why an event is called a miracle and why it is important within the tradition that it springs from. Dry dissertation? Hardly. As a religion editor at Newsweek, Woodward knows how to hold the reader's interest, spin a good yarn, and simplify a complicated theme. His 36 years of religion editing also give him the authority to interpret the famous as well as the obscure miracles found in these pages. Using his conversational and informative voice, Woodward carefully narrates the story behind each miracle, whether it be Jesus of Nazareth or the Buddha walking on water. He also shows how each religion's miracles serve a different purpose. For example, the miracles of India's religion often involve a God taking the form of a human in order to battle evil. Woodward's extensive research makes this a rich and informative anthology covering Christianity, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism, and Islam. But it is his expert writing skills that make these miracles accessible to everyone. --Gail Hudson --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Publishers Weekly Longtime Newsweek religion writer Woodward (Making Saints) has written a study of miracles that doubles as a primer in world religions. He contends that miracles are found in all the major religions, and that one cannot understand or "fully appreciate" any of the religions without some acquaintance with their miracle traditions. Woodward spends a little too much time reminding his readers that his question is not whether the miracles actually happened, but what they mean--savvy readers will realize by the second paragraph that Woodward has no interest in proving whether or not Jesus walked on water. The book's freshest and most arresting section appears near the end; after discussing the miraculous acts of the Baal Shem Tov and Muhammad, the author turns his attention to modern-day miracles, arguing that "what makes modern miracles modern is that they tend to be experienced as private rather than public events." In contrast to that innovative claim, the treatments of Jesus and Co. seem a bit prosaic. In fact, while Woodward's forays into kabbalistic wonders, the loaves and fishes and the miraculous exploits of Krishna are entertaining, the book's real strength is not Woodward's investigation of miracles and miracle workers, but his careful and sympathetic introduction to Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism. (Apr.) Copyright 2000 Reed business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. |
Judaism When Christianity Began: A Survey of Belief and Practiceby Jacob Neusner Available from Amazon $19.95 On 7-21-2006 
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The Complete Q&A for the NLCEX-RN, Fifth Editionby Patricia A. Hoefler List Price: $45.00 Available from Amazon $31.50 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description Book Info Examination Review simulating the kinds of questions found on the NCLEX-RN. All questions are written by nurse specialists and nurse educators. Includes a Score Higher CD-ROM with a a simulated test format including an audio glossary. System requirements: Windows 3.1 or higher and 8MB RAM (12 recommended). Previous edition: c1995. Softcover. Product Description: Practice makes perfect! This best-selling Q & A book is the best way to test-drive the NCLEX exam and be prepared for even the most difficult questions. Become test confident with 11 simulated NCLEX exams, boost retention with MEDS' exclusive complete pharmacology and management exams, and reinforce knowledge with the most complete detailed rationales for all options. Includes new NCLEX Exam Test Plan and Alternate Test Item Formats.
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An Introduction to Judaism: A Textbook and Readerby Jacob Neusner List Price: $39.95 Available from Amazon $25.17 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Book Description An ancient religion practiced through most of recorded history and having profound influence on both Christianity and Islam, Judaism is also a modern religion that still transforms the lives of many people. Neusner surveys how Judaism took shape as people responded to political and religious crises and describes how Judaism is practiced in American today. |
Judaism, Physics And God: Searching For Sacred Metaphors In A Post-Einstein Worldby Rabbi David W. Nelson List Price: $24.99 Available from Amazon $16.99 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description Hear the Voices of Ancient Wisdom in the Modern Language of Science Ancient traditions, whose only claim to authenticity is that they are old, run the risk of becoming old-fashioned. But if an ancient tradition can claim to be not only ancient but also timeless and contemporary, it has a far greater chance of convincing each new, young generation of its value. Such a claim requires that each generation’s retelling use the new metaphors of the new generation. —from Chapter 1 In our era, we often feel that we can either speak about God or think scientifically about the world, but never both at the same time. But what if we reconciled the two? How could the basic scientific truths of how the natural world came to be shape our understanding of our own spiritual search for meaning? In this provocative fusion of religion and science, Rabbi David Nelson examines the great theories of modern physics to find new ways for contemporary people to express their spiritual beliefs and thoughts. Nelson explores cosmology, quantum mechanics, chaos theory, relativity, and string theory in clear, non-technical terms and recasts the traditional views of our ancestors in language that can be understood in a world in which space flight, atom-smashing, and black holes are common features of our metaphorical landscape. Judaism, physics and God reframes Judaism so that it is in harmony with the conquests of modern scientific thinking, and introduces fascinating new ways to understand your relationship with God in context of some of the most exciting scientific ideas of the contemporary world.
All God language is couched in metaphor. I am simply exploring a new set of God metaphors—or, more precisely, a new way of understanding ancient God metaphors—that allows us to speak about God without feeling hopelessly old-fashioned. —from Chapter 1 In a society increasingly focused on the rational and the scientific, religion and belief in God can sometimes seem to lose their place. If we can’t see it, if we can’t prove it, how can we believe it? In clear, non-technical terms, Judaism, physics and God leads you through both the basic ideas of modern physics and the ancient wisdom of biblical and rabbinic texts to reveal how religious faith and scientific insight need not be mutually exclusive. Explore with Rabbi David Nelson the wonders of the Big Bang, quantum mechanics, fractals, the butterfly effect, special relativity, and other concepts, and discover how these breakthroughs in modern science can address the essential questions of Jewish spiritual life: What is God’s presence in our lives? What are our expectations for prayer? What is our role in the partnership with God? What are God’s limitations? What is the reach of tikkun olam? How is God accessible to us?
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Perspectives Old and New on Paul: The Lutheran Paul and His Criticsby Stephen Westerholm List Price: $35.00 Available from Amazon $22.05 On 7-21-2006
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