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Hervey M. Cleckley - The Mask of Sanity: An Attempt To Clarify Some Issues About the So Called Psychopathic Personality
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Hervey M. Cleckley - The Mask of Sanity: An Attempt To Clarify Some Issues About the So Called Psychopathic PersonalityThere are many more psychopathic personalities living among us than the general public and professionals first supposed. The troublesome brother or sister - the boyfriend or girlfriend we love but are puzz,led by their inconsistant behavior; the teacher, physician or lawyer whose behavior makes us think we are crazy, are among the many. This book puts the victims ( usually family members or their loved ones) in a position of understanding how to deal with the individual who has no conscience and no emotional feelings.
 
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The Elements of Murder. A History of Poison
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The Elements of Murder. A History of Poison

The Elements of Murder. A History of Poison


by John Emsley (2005)


You are about to enter a world that was once a closed book to the human mind. Today we can unravel the mysteries that early generations struggled to understand, and appreciate all that has been done to remove toxic elements from our lives. While we have made the world a safer place, we can still learn from tales of the days when chemical elements poisoned millions – and sent a few inconvenient individuals to an early grave.

 
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Botanical Latin 3rd edition
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Botanical Latin 3rd edition

This reference work explains the grammar and syntax of botanical Latin, and covers the roots and origins of Latin and latinised geographical names, colour terms, symbols and abbreviations, diagnoses and descriptions, and the formation of names and epithets.

 
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Phonology: Analysis and Theory
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Phonology: Analysis and TheoryThis textbook is a clear and concise introduction to phonology that assumes no prior knowledge and provides an overall view of the field which can be covered within a year. It also does not confine itself to any specific theoretical approach. Each chapter focuses on a particular set of theoretical issues including segments, syllables, feet, and phonological processing. Gussmann explores these areas using data drawn from a variety of languages including English, Icelandic, Russian, Irish, Finnish, Turkish, and others.
 
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Introducing Phonology
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Introducing PhonologyThis accessible textbook provides a clear and practical introduction to phonology, the study of sound patterns in language.
 
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