Monday, January 12, 2009

GREAT Indexing Article!!

This article is a must-read for anyone who has ever wondered why it is essential for indexing to be done by a human (as opposed to thinking that all we do is feed the book to the computer and it spits out an index).

Every Non-Fiction Book Needs An Index: Here's Why

Thursday, January 1, 2009

New Book Release: Martha Hill and the Making of American Dance

Martha Hill and the Making of American Dance by Janet Soares

Martha Hill (1900–1995) was one of the most influential figures of twentieth century American dance. Her vision and leadership helped to establish dance as a serious area of study at the university level and solidify its position as a legitimate art form. Setting Hill’s story in the context of American postwar culture and women’s changing status, this riveting biography shows us how Hill led her colleagues in the development of American contemporary dance from the Kellogg School of Physical Education to Bennington College and the American Dance Festival to the Juilliard School at Lincoln Center. She created pivotal opportunities for Martha Graham, Doris Humphrey, Charles Weidman, Hanya Holm, José Limón, Merce Cunningham, and many others. The book provides an intimate look at the struggles and achievements of a woman dedicated to taking dance out of the college gymnasium and into the theatre, drawing on primary sources that were previously unavailable. It is lavishly illustrated with period photographs.

New Book Release: Health Psychology

Health Psychology: A Cultural Approach by Regan Gurung

With a conversational style that conveys the excitement, research base, and real-world applications of the field, Regan A. R. Gurung introduces readers to health psychology with an integrated cultural perspective. Starting with a description of the biological, psychological, and sociological factors that determine who we are, the book examines cultural differences in major health behaviors and health, achieving the commendable goal of being comprehensive yet extremely accessible.

New Book Release: The Big Questions

The Big Questions: A Short Introduction to Philosophy by Robert C. Solomon

It's time for an introduction to philosophy textbook that you can relate to and enjoy reading! THE BIG QUESTIONS: A SHORT INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY tackles the tough issues and helps you form your own opinions while presenting the best philosophical selections available.