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Both the content and style of Geo-Logic are worthy of praise. To begin with style: Geo-Logic is deeply interdisciplinary because the author, philosopher Robert Frodeman, wants to convey the essential point that specialized knowledge is not sufficient to our complex, modern problems. Especially concerning philosophy and other humanities, specializiation often confines knowledge production to irrelevance. Frodeman is keen to show how philsophy is relevant to environmental issues such as acid mine drainage (and global climate change). As he says, the very nature of these issues drive us, even against our will, to consider metaphysical, aesthetic, and theological points about the proper human place in the natural order.

It is here that style overlaps with content: Frodeman's main message is that "we are not making good use of our intellectual resources, in large part because the disciplinary presumptions that dominate the production of knowledge today" (p. 16). Frodeman sees in field science, especially geology practiced in the field, a model of "scientific reasoning" more applicable to the challenging, uncertain context of environmental policymaking. In the age of google, we may need to re-think the way we think -- to re-think the way we produce knowledge and connect it to action. Frodeman offers the idea of topical thinking, where thought follows "a nomadic path that traces the implicit logic of a problem wherever it leads" (p. 12).

Geo-logic is much more than a philosophical treatise on the epistemology of field science. It is a field guide to the terrain of the modern knowledge society and the new issues cropping up there like rock formations on the policy-scape. As we face ever more complex problems, we tend to scientize them and plug away at mathematical models, hoping that a scientific definition of a problem can lead to a technical fix. This often works, but increasingly this method is beginning to look like the drunkard looking for his keys under the streetlamp of science, because it is easiest for us to see there. Geo-logic raises the uncomfortable but necessary point: to confront our problems we often must have reasonable discussions about ethics and other values...discussions that have become all too subjectivized in modern society.

Frodeman provides a field guide, not to any particular problem, but to the matrix within which we scientize our problem definitions. What, then, is pertinent knowledge in our quest for the good life? How do we produce it? When do we have too much knowledge? This book has much to offer scientists, policy analysts, and philosophers...as well as anyone interested in the way environmental problems are framed and the practical and philosophical consequences therein.

The techniques in this book really do work, however, it is a WORKBOOK, meaning you have to do the work (or you and your therapist). But they do work, and I would recommend this book highly. It's also very easy to read, sort of like the Stress Reduction and Relaxation Workbook.

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`This volume is a significant contribution to global historical archaeologyis work brings forth a new perspective and opens up new possibilities. '

American Antiquity,67:1 (2002)

I am an ER Doctor and I recommend this book as a good guide to taking care and preventing back and other muscular/skeletal use injuries. This book should be useful for anyone not just parents.

I thought this book was great. I found it while I was looking for information on doing a project for school. It has signs to look for if you think you're in an abusive relationship, and stories about girls that have gone through this situation. There is also a story from a mother's view. I thought it was a wonderful book. I think anyone that thinks they might be in this situation should read this book.

This is one of those books that you need to re-read at regular intervals as you slip back into the common western lifestyle. The authors identify the synergistic effects of bad habits, eg too much sugar, fat and alcohol and too little exercise, and provide an easy "little-willpower" program to control them. It has one of the most effective programs for stopping smoking that I have read

All I can say is spectacular! From the 1st page on I was hooked, I cannot even believe this is the authors 1st book! You wouldn't expect this from a new writer! I recommend this to anyone who loves a book that can take you off to another world and have you so interested that you cannot stop thinking about it until you are finished but at the same time don't want it to end. This is a thrilling page turner!

"Secrets of the Vine" is a small but mighty book, and one of the most profound I have read, and this is a fine companion piece to it, either alone, or to go along with the "Secrets of the Vine" Devotional. To quote from the back cover, "Many people of great faith cite journal-keeping as a powerful tool for long-term success".

Dr. Wilkinson's "Set Apart" was the book that started me journaling, at first writing a mere quarter of a page, to now sometimes two or three, and I find these lovely blank books published by Multnomah perfect for "putting my soul on paper".
This one has lined pages with pale green edging, and inspirational quotes usually from either the Bible or "Secrets of the Vine"; the grape cluster cover illustration is by Katia Andreeva, and there are four more delicate pictures on the inside.
It is of excellent quality, very sturdy, with a cloth covered spine, and it will keep your words in a book that will stand the test of time.

Based on interviews with thousands of men and women, this book explores attitudes and behaviors of women that cause men to get resentful or angry. Women therefore find themselves needlessly impeded in their daily lives.

If women want to be taken seriously at work, then how is the wearing of sexy and revealing clothing to work going to help? Most men are scared of a sexual harassment lawsuit, so women need to find a way to tell male co-workers that they will not be offended by compliments on a new suit or hairstyle. Talking too much can be deadly to one's chances for promotion. Before making an oral presentation in front of others, have a critical friend spot-check you. Be organized, don't waste time and stick to the point. Be more goal-oriented in the language that you use.

When dealing with office politics, create and maintain allies, and remember that friendship and friendliness are two very different things. If you are the victim of office sabotage, the most important thing to do is confront the saboteur. Otherwise, you are giving them a green light to continue. Do not confuse confidence with inflexibility or stubbornness; you do not have to win every time. Resist the temptation to cover your office wall with college diplomas, plaques and certificates. Have a male friend grade your handshake from "too limp" to "bonecrusher."

This is an excellent book. It doesn't ask to women to change who they are, but to realize that there are things women do every day that drive men nuts (not in a good way). Changing those behaviors will help women to prosper in their personal and professional lives. This book belongs on the reading list of every businesswoman in America.

This is one of the most concise books I've read about dieting and healthy eating and, believe me, I've read them all. The authors take the gobs of nutrition information that's out there and narrow it all down to seven simple habits. The seven habits are easy to incorporate into everyday living, including eating out. I'm losing weight, and I'm not depriving myself of any of my favorite foods. If only I knew it could be this simple!