“hornbein schoen”

This book explores how humans respond to the hypoxia of high altitudes, addressing the response of lowlanders to sudden and sustained exposure, as well as that of those living permanently at high elevations. Examines adaptation and maladaptation, acute and chronic high-altitude illnesses, and the ch... More

This historical and memorable collection of images--many of which have never been seen since their original printing--chronicles the history and evolution of presidential campaigns since 1860.An elated, victorious Truman brandishes a newspaper with the headline "Dewey Defeats Truman." Theodore Roose... More

This book presents readers and creative writing enthusiasts with comprehensive coverage of the elements of fiction and real-world writing techniques that help build skills--such as sensory detailing, character construction, and cause and effect plotting. Plenty of practical advice completes this tre... More

In this first book to thoroughly explore parenthood as a significant force in adult development, Schoen uses fascinating literary references and interviews with dozens of mothers and fathers (biological and adoptive, single and married) to confirm and expand on little-known theories of parent develo... More

Award Winner Author Robert Schoen provides a practical understanding of Judaism for a Christian audience in What I Wish My Christian Friends Knew about Judaism. The book includes a glossary of Hebrew and Yiddish words and a pronunciation guide.... More

Dynamic Population Models is the first book to comprehensively discuss and synthesize the emerging field of dynamic modeling, i.e. the analysis and application of population models that have changing vital rates. Incorporating the latest research, it includes thorough discussions of population growt... More

"Schoen's book is full of lively historical anecdotes and modern-day medical statistics that make the decision seem like a no brainier." - Peggy Spear, Knight Ridder, Tribune News Service. Although circumcision is the number one surgical procedure, up to date information on this controversial subjec... More