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The Science of Music
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The Science of MusicThe Science of Music

What do Pythagoras, Plato, Newton, and Wittgenstein have in common with Jack and the Beanstalk, David and Goliath, the Hare and the Tortoise, and Formula 1 auto racing? Hearing is the clue, and musical science the answer. In his revolutionary sequel
 
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No Exit: What Parents Owe Their Children and What Society Owes Parents
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No Exit: What Parents Owe Their Children and What Society Owes ParentsNo Exit: What Parents Owe Their Children and What Society Owes Parents

Having a child, it has been said, is the greatest risk one can take. Marriages may come and go but parenthood endures. There is simply no escape--no exit--from the emotional and practical responsibilities of parenting. Nor should there be.
 
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The Art & Science of Dumpster Diving
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The Art & Science of Dumpster DivingThe Art & Science of Dumpster Diving

FUN! RESOURCEFULNESS! CHAOS! EDUCATION! This one has it all! If you are looking for a down-to-earth story for giggles, or you're entertaining thoughts of what might be hiding out in those dumpsters for average joes and janes like many of us, or you (like me) are a salty, seasoned veteran of the dumpster diving scene, YOU SHOULD READ THIS BOOK!

 
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Starting Strength (2nd Edition)
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Starting Strength (2nd Edition)Starting Strength (2nd Edition)

I am a physician and a trainer. I came from a middle distance running background. After medical school I continued to run but of course never got to the point where my fitness was at the level that it was when I was competing in college. I started adding strength training using mainly Olympic Weightlifting. While I was certainly gaining strength, it was not happening as fast as I would have liked. About 5 months ago I purchased Starting Strength. The book is very detailed, but unlike most books on training, it does not put you to sleep.
 
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How to Prepare for any Disaster
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How to Prepare for any DisasterHow to Prepare for any Disaster

This booklet will help you understand the importance of making preparations before anything happens, and help you know what to do and how to act before, during and after a disaster.
 
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