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|  | States of Mind by Bruce S. McEwen, Eric Kandel, Esther Sternberg, J. Allan Hobson, Jerome Kagan
An all-star lineup of scientists takes you to the front lines of brain research… Are we born to be shy? Why do we remember some events so clearly and others not at all? Are creativity and depression somehow linked? Do our dreams really have deeper meanings? Now in paperback, here is a wonderfully accessible introduction to the most important recent findings about how our health, behavior, feelings, and identities are influenced by what goes on inside our brains. In this timely book, eight pioneering researchers offer lively and stimulating discussions on the most exciting discoveries as well as a new way of understanding our emotions, moods, memories, and dreams. Inside, you’ll find: J. ALLAN HOBSON, author of the groundbreaking The Dreaming Brain, leading a tour of dream states and explaining why we dream and what dream studies reveal about our minds ERIC KANDEL, winner of the 2000 Nobel Prize in Medicine, taking us along the chain of biological events that create long-term memories, revealing how we stand at the brink of helping those who suffer from grave mental and memory disorders STEVEN HYMAN, director of the National Institute of Mental Health, tracing the links between nature and nurture, particularly in addiction and mental illness, to explain the relationship between inherited tendencies and the impact of life experience KAY REDFIELD JAMISON, bestselling author of An Unquiet Mind, explaining manic depression, its prevalence among gifted artists, writers, and musicians, and the societal questions raised by trying to eradicate the "depression gene" . . . and much, much more. Whether discussing the brain-body connection, the sources of emotion, or the ethereal world of dreams, States of Mind enables you to share in the very latest explorations into the nature and function of the human mind. AUTHOR: Bruce S. McEwen, Eric Kandel, Esther Sternberg, J. Allan Hobson, Jerome Kagan
PUBLISHER: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Health, Mind & Body 
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 | Medicinal Wild Plants of the Prairie by Kelly Kindscher, William S. Whitney
One of the most important, original contributions to American medicinal plant literature in decades. Combining thoughtful insight with thorough research, this book has broad appeal, yet is scientifically sound--a rare blend with lasting value. AUTHOR: Kelly Kindscher, William S. Whitney
PUBLISHER: University Press of Kansas
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Health, Mind & Body
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 | The Complete Book of Butt & Legs by Brett Brungardt, Kurt Brungardt, Mike Brungardt
How to shape and strengthen the lower body: an illustrated series of varied routines for men and women at every fitness level. AUTHOR: Brett Brungardt, Kurt Brungardt, Mike Brungardt
PUBLISHER: Random House Adult Trade Publishing Group
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Health, Mind & Body
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 | Secrets of Sacred White by Gary Null
Long before the advent of modern holistic medicine and all-natural remedies, Native Americans were using an awareness of the links connecting mind, body, earth, and higher spiritual powers to inform their approach to health. Internationally recognized health authority Gary Null takes us inside the fascinating world of beliefs, objects, and methods that have shaped the healing traditions of Native American tribes for generations. Drawing on interviews with dozens of Native American healers across the country, Null describes different ceremonies for spiritual healing and rituals of song, dance, and storytelling. He examines the significance and use of sacred artifacts and symbols, and presents a carefully compiled guide to indigenous herbal remedies for more than 50 common conditions -- including instructions for applying them to relieve sore throats, asthma, and other complaints. From the infection-fighting tea of the Apaches to the antiseptic dusting powder of the Zuni Indians, Null shares the resourcefulness of Native American healers to give us an understanding and appreciation of these ancient healing techniques that have much to offer us all. AUTHOR: Gary Null
PUBLISHER: Prentice Hall Press
FORMAT: Other
CATEGORY: Health, Mind & Body
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 | Dauphin's Heart by Deborah Cadbury
Description not available.Traces the story of the missing dauphin and heir of the executed Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, examining historic events from multiple angles and presenting DNA evidence to reveal new conclusions. 20,000 first printing. AUTHOR: Deborah Cadbury
PUBLISHER: St. Martin's Press, LLC
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Health, Mind & Body
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 | To Succeed
Description not available.The author of the best-selling Success is a Choice identifies the keys to effective leadership and shows readers how to cultivate them by building team egos, improving decision-making skills, and inspiring mentorship. 150,000 first printing.
CATEGORY: Health, Mind & Body
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