A Dictionary of Epidemiology On Sale
Title : A Dictionary of Epidemiology
Description : The new, completely revised, and updated edition of this classic text –sponsored by the International Epidemiological Association (IEA) and previously edited by John Last– remains the definitive dictionary in epidemiology worldwide. In fact, with contributions from over 220 epidemiologists and other users of epidemiology from around the globe, it is more than a dictionary: it includes explanations and comments on both core epidemiologic terms and on other scientific terms relevant to all professionals in clinical medicine and public health, as well as to professionals in the other health, life, and social sciences. Anyone seeking clarity on epidemiologic and methodological definitions important to human health will find it here. On the eve of a field trip to a foreign land, a health scientist remarked that if he had to limit his professional library to one volume on epidemiology, this would be the book he would choose.The new, completely revised, and updated edition of this classic text –sponsored by the International Epidemiological Association (IEA) and previously edited by John Last– remains the definitive dictionary in epidemiology worldwide. In fact, with contributions from over 220 epidemiologists and other users of epidemiology from around the globe, it is more than a dictionary: it includes explanations and comments on both core epidemiologic terms and on other scientific terms relevant to all professionals in clinical medicine and public health, as well as to professionals in the other health, life, and social sciences. Anyone seeking clarity on epidemiologic and methodological definitions important to human health will find it here. On the eve of a field trip to a foreign land, a health scientist remarked that if he had to limit his professional library to one volume on epidemiology, this would be the book he would choose.
Category: Public Health & Preventive Medicine
Brand: Oxford University Press, USA
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Rating : 4.7
Rating : 6
Review : Must have
I have been using Last’s dictionary as a student, and now I am using this new edition as an epidemiologist and academic teacher. This is the best recommendation.
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The Genealogist’s Internet: Second expanded edition Promo Offer
Title : The Genealogist’s Internet: Second expanded edition
ASIN : B0073PGXY2
Description : The pre-eminent handbook for those family historians with British or Irish ancestors, The Genealogist’s Internet is a comprehensive introduction and guide to researching family history online. It details the major web-based sources of primary data available to family historians, highlights the most helpful directories and gateways, and tell you how to contact others with the same surname, or to access the numerous forums, discussion groups, mailing lists, and newsgroups focusing on genealogy.This greatly expanded second edition includes the new large-scale projects now appearing on the Net, such as the “Old Bailey Proceedings” and “The Digital Library of Historical Directories.” It offers helpful hints and instructions for publishing your family tree online, as well as a glossary of genealogical and Internet terms. And this edition will never go out of date – a dedicated website provides updates on all the information contained in the book.
Category: Genealogy
Brand: Dundurn
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Rating : 4.8
Rating : 20
Review : A Genealogists Must Have On The Book Shelf!!!
There are many books on the subject of genealogy reference, so much so, it is a nightmare and a daunting experience as to which reference books to plumb for. Peter Christian, has produced such a book, that is written in plain English, for the beginner and more advanced genealogist. The book is chronological in format with the most uptodate references of internet resources and the record offices/agencies available. The book is non biased towards any agencies, but does point out the pitfalls of information submitted to the various sites, as not being accurate without being verified manually from record offices. Such information apparently goes unchecked and therefore, inaccuracies, occur in the compilation of genealogical compilations. This is something Peter Christian, quite rightly, points out. This in mind, Peter Christian has covered all aspects of the science of researching family history. A very well written reference book and one that every researcher of genealogy should have. I…
Title : Lords of the Central Marches: English Aristocracy and Frontier Society, 1087-1265 (Oxford Historical Monographs)