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Review: A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith, and Gordon W. Schuett

A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatment by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith , and Gordon W. Schuett

An informative and passionately penned book that will leave readers better prepared and protected the next time they cross paths with the slithering species, A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments: Bad Medicine, Snake Oil, Potions, Elixirs and Kits by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith, and Gordon W. Schuett is a surprisingly eye-opening and entertaining account for its niche subject. With more than two million snake bites each year, as well as roughly 100,000 deaths, understanding the dangers of snakebites is a critical issue, particularly in tropical regions, and this book offers both a historical overview and specific treatments that can […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-21T17:01:42+02:00May 21st, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Science Book Reviews|

Review: Le Yankee Noir by Samuel E. Pair

Le Yankee Noir: The Power of Acceptance by Samuel E. Pair

Earnestly exploring the perennial struggle of being a stranger in a strange land, Le Yankee Noir: The Power of Acceptance by Samuel E. Pair is a powerful reflection on communication, respect, and the revelatory nature of connection.

In the midst of a modest career in the aerospace industry, Samuel E. Pair was offered an unexpected opportunity to travel to France and oversee the rescue operation for the new A330 Airbus propulsion system that was behind schedule and at risk of failing entirely. Initially leaving his family behind and heading for Toulouse, with no knowledge of French and no connections in […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-13T17:42:58+02:00May 15th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Memoir Book Reviews|

Review: The Guide by Greg Munck

The Guide by Greg Munck

A straight-shooting memoir of turmoil and triumph on the many battlefields of life, The Guide: Survival, Warfighting, Peacemaking by Greg Munck is an astute and unflinching look at military life through the eyes of a native son.

Carrying readers through decades of growing up too fast, straightening out in the Marine Corps, falling in love, finding a deep commitment to God, and working hard to find a more peaceful path, this is an emotional and evocative account of survival and resilience. Within the recollections of Munck’s past, particularly those from childhood and his direct experiences in warfare, there are starkly […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-13T17:40:00+02:00May 13th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Memoir Book Reviews, Military Book Reviews|

Review: Walking with Evaristo by Christian Nill

Walking with Evaristo by Christian Nill

Passionate and personal confessions from a justice-driven storyteller, Walking With Evaristo: A Memoir of Celebration and Tragedy in the Land of the Achí Maya by Christian Nill is a captivating account of a nearly forgotten calamity.

After embarking on a journey to Guatemala for extended service in the Peace Corps, the author is exposed to the eye-opening wonders of a culture far removed from anything he’s ever experienced, yet he soon finds connection through shared values, curiosity, and basic human kindness. While working on various infrastructural and ecological projects in the municipio of Rabinal, he engages with the local Mayan […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-13T17:41:40+02:00May 10th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: History Book Reviews, Memoir Book Reviews|

Review: Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee

Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee

Medical malpractice takes on a whole new meaning in Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee, a disturbing and dark peek into the vulnerabilities of the medical system and the quiet heroes who keep it safe.

A nightmarish and deadly shift in the hospital for Dr. Mark Lin leaves his confidence shaken and his credibility in question, but the string of near-deadly patient crises feels suspicious, particularly in the midst of a malware attack that has destabilized internet protocols across the hospital. When he finds inexplicable discrepancies in the medication orders he placed, he knows that he’ll be held responsible for the […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-08T16:46:57+02:00May 8th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Thriller Book Reviews|

Review: Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attack Relief for Teens and Adults by Kris Knack Noeldner

Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attack Relief for Teens and Adults by Kris Knack Noeldner

Detailing the causes of and potential treatments for mental health struggles in our modern age, Stress, Anxiety, and Panic Attack Relief for Teens & Adults: 13 Proven Holistic & Conventional Techniques for a Happier Life in a Stressful World by Kris Knack Noeldner is a quick and clear-eyed read with valuable advice relevant to most everyone.

In the face of a growing generational crisis of anxiety, depression, and mental health disorders among teenagers and adults, this book offers both an explanation of symptoms and a healthy guide for management and treatment. Based around thirteen different strategies for relieving stress and […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-11T17:50:30+02:00May 6th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Psychology Book Reviews|

Review: South Korea: The Price of Efficiency and Success by Dr. John Gonzalez and Young Lee

Uncovering the complex truths behind one nation’s remarkable transformation, South Korea: The Price of Efficiency and Success by Dr. John Gonzalez and Young Lee is a probing and edifying read.

A nuanced dissection of Korean culture and the factors influencing its renaissance as an economic leader on the world stage, this engaging portrait of a complex nation will appeal to a wide audience – travelers, business professionals, economists, and history buffs alike. Backed by research studies and citations from reputable sources of print and digital media, the majority of the text focuses on contemporary developments and conflicts, with some historical […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-03T14:49:04+02:00May 6th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Business Book Reviews, Travel Book Reviews|

Review: Dissonance Volume II: Reckoning by Aaron Ryan

Dissonance Volume 2: Reckoning by Aaron Ryan

Rebellious warriors defy power and the odds in Dissonance Volume II: Reckoning by Aaron Ryan, a hellish but hopeful vision of humanity’s future.

A raw and hard-nosed thrill from start to finish, this post-apocalyptic thriller features flesh-eating aliens with psychic paralysis weapons, and picks right up where the first volume left off – with Sergeant Cameron Shipley seething behind bars. He is a hurt and haunted protagonist, betrayed by the man he considered a father, reeling over the needless death of his beloved brother, and overcome with a desire for revenge against one of the most powerful humans on the […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-30T15:50:59+02:00May 3rd, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews|