Playback is the first book to place the fascinating history of sound reproduction within its larger social, economic, and cultural context-and includes appearances by everyone from Thomas Edison to Enrico Caruso to Dick Clark to Grandmaster Flash to Napster CEO Shawn Fanning. In a narrative that begins with Edison's cylinder and ends with digital music, the ubiquitous iPod, and the file-sharing wars, this is a history we have all experienced in one way or another. From the Victrola, the 78, the 45, and the 33 1/3 to the 8-track, cassette, compact disc, DAT, and MP3, the story of Playback is...

This book covers what you need to know about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare. Both individuals and small business owners will discover (1) how easy it will be to purchase health insurance over the internet, by way of the Public Exchange (2) how to get subsidies from the federal government to help reduce their premium costs (3) and how to get free assistance completing the application from Navigators. The real surprise will be when you discover that all health plans sold on the Public Exchanges are comprehensive plans that contain ten essential benefits...

This book is designed to cover Medicare as we know it today, but it was a different animal when it was created in 1965. We are going to take a journey back in time to learn why Congress passed this controversial health insurance law and what role this federal mandate plays for older and younger Americans. As this book unfolds the truth about Medicare and its' many mysteries, you just might discover something about yourself that is more important than how you feel about this program and the controversies surrounding it.

This book will help you understand and appreciate the subjects and materials you need to pass the state insurance licensing examination. It is strictly designed for test preparation and review. I have worked to bring together as much information as possible about state insurance licensing examinations - in a clear and concise manner.

The inner critic is the voice inside our heads reminding us that we are never good enough. It s behind the insidious thoughts that can make us second-guess our every action and doubt our own value. The inner critic might feel overpowering, but it can be managed effectively. Meditation teacher and therapist Mark Coleman helps readers understand and free themselves from the inner critic using the tools of mindfulness and compassion. Each chapter offers constructive insights into what creates, drives, and disarms the critic; real people s journeys to inspire and guide readers; and simple...