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S. Matveev wrote an excellent book for those who wish to quickly familiarize themselves with the basics of algebraic topology and be able to use it in other fields, such as analysis and differential geometry. Everything about this book is fresh and so different from other basic algebraic topology books. Firstly, it is reader-friendly and it gives plenty of geometric motivation. Secondly, unlike its 300 or 400 page counterparts, it does not engage in exhaustive treatment of topics. Thirdly, it contains plethora of lovely pictures that directly appeal to reader's geometric intuition. Finally, a superb translation by E. Pervova, smoothly brings the best features of author's style to the reader.

In only about 80 pages, Matveev leads the reader from the definition of the standard n-simplex to the classification of covering spaces. The starting point is a very careful and yet efficient treatment of simplicial homology. Here, on of the high points of Matveev's presentation is a clear expalantion of algorithms for computing simplicial homology groups. Additionally, the exact sequence of a pair, Meyer-Vietoris sequence and excision are all thoroughly explained and illustrated by well chosen examples.

Next, the author moves to cellular homology, and again does a marvelous job in presenting the essence of computations. Matveev assumes very little abstract algebra. To spare the reader from searching through exhaustive treatments of necessary algebra done elsewhere, he provides lovely algebra refreshers on the following topics: finitely generated abelian groups, tensor product and torsion product, and group presentation. Having allowed the reader to get the feel for fomology, Matveev turns to axioms of homology and indicates what singular homology is. Lastly, he gives careful attention to the universal coefficient theorem for homology.

In the homology part of the book, as an illustration of the covered material, Matveev skillfully injects related topics, such as the degree of a map and Lefschetz fixed point theorem.

Having explained homology, Matveev turns to cohomology, whose treatment culminates in the presentation of Kunneth formula and products in cohomology. The cohomology part ends with Poincare duality.

In the last part of the book, Matveev turns to the basics of homotopy theory and related topics: the fundamental group and van Kampen's theorem, higher homotopy groups and the corresponding exact sequence of higher homotopy groups for a locally trivial bundle, Hurewicz homomorphism, and classification of covering spaces. Again the reader will greatly profit from Matveev's masterful appeal to geometric intuition.

The book contains over 100 exercises, all supplied with hints, complete solutions or answers. This will make the book a great resource for self-study. Most importantly, the reader who embarks on the road of self-study guided by this book, will be able to achieve solid competence in the basics of algebraic topology in a relatively short time. Furthermore, the reader who has a good working knowledge of Matveev's book should be able to read Milnor's Characteristic Classes and Husemoller's Fibre Budles.

There are a lot of basic algebraic topology books on the market, such as Hatcher, Munkres, Vick, Rotman, Bredon, Massey, Greenberg, and Maunder. Most (if not all) of these books give lengthy treatments of topics from Matveev's books (not necessarily more topics but perhaps more in-depth treatment). Naturally, a reader who wishes to specialize in algebraic topology will need to completely digest at least one of the afore-mentioned books. In any event, it seems that having Matveev's book on the side will help. Perhaps getting an all-around picture of the subject from Matveev first and then, if necessary, plunging into one of those lengthier treatises would be a resonable way to approach algebraic topology.

In conclusion, I would like to invite readers to give serious consideration to this book. You will be captivated by Matveev's simplicity, efficiency, and clarity. Perhaps most importantly, you will gain a better appreciation of algebraic topology and acquire much needed skills to reach higher ground in the subject.

The Mosby Emergency Dictionary has proven to be an excellent resource during my Paramedic studies. I recommend the Dictionary as a requirement if you are going through a Paramedic Class. My class used the Mosby Paramedic Textbook, but most of the terminology was not in the glossary. The Emergency Dictionary was necessary to keep all of the terminology straight in my head during my studies. It also includes some good reference materials in the last few sections, including a Pharmacology guide.

You will not be dissapointed with this book. It lists, state by state, many Fire Departments as well as EMS agencies. Listings include population served, address, phone, chiefs names, etc.

The book is not for the beginning EMS provider. It is a great book for those who understand the nuts and bolts of EMS and want to go further into the management realm or have have mastered(?) the provider aspects and want to understand the big picture better.

I had the pleasure of editing Somatic Patterning for EMS Press, and I was deeply impressed by the level of knowledge and writing ability of its author, Mary Ann Foster. I've edited numerous books in the past decade and know that it is rare for an expert in a technical area to be able to effectively convey her specialized knowledge to a general audience, but Foster has done exactly that in this well-researched and well-written sourcebook. The book is loaded with simple exercises, photographs, and special features that actually make it fun to read at the same time that it dishes up large helpings of valuable information. I'm confident that this book will become an essential sourcebook for bodywork and massage professionals and an exciting introduction to improving posture and easing our pains for all the rest of us!

Are you looking fo a response guide that focuses on the critical issues of emergency responders by emergency responders for terrorism events? Then this is your book.

This guide is chock full of the information you need to be safe and effective at terrorist incidents.

It is in a very user friendly format and it is big enough to refererce and use at the scene of an incident (unlike some other guides I have gotten that are too small and fail to remember in its design what its like at an emergency scene).

The authors have taken the steps to ensure that the information is applicable to emergency responders and the operations we are required to initiate.

I am highly satisfied with this book and carry it with me in my duty bag!

This is a really nice reference book for EMS. It goes into good detail based on body system of diagnosis, treatment and a great explanation of why. I really have enjoyed this book and learned from it and use it a lot as a reference book.

Devin Kerin's is very creative at describing various entities within the emergency services sector. There are several of sections where it made me laugh, and there was other sections that made me go "oh really?". I have been thoroughly interested in the emergency services for years, and Devin's art at writing this book, has made me interested in the servicies even more. If you want to read a book where it is "a journey through the eyes of an EMT" then you want to read this book. You will not be disappointed. If you really liked his first book, you will continue liking his second book.

This was an excellent book! Although I generally hate books that have been assigned to me, this was a major exception! As a series of shorter stories, it is a fast read and you hardly want to put it down. It'll keep you laughing, especially if you are familiar with the field as I am.

This book is a page turner that you can't put down, if you have any interest in the EMS field. Although if you've been in the field for any amount of time you'd probably run into a lot of what is written in this book. Devin does put a funny spin throughout the book on things that makes you laugh out loud while reading this book though. Buy it it's worth the read.

Its a realistic look into our world, unfortunate sometimes. Ive followed the authors posted on ems based message boards and after him touting his book - I had to come find it. It was funny, read it all one sitting and is sitting dog-eared at my station right now. Best part - all the radio immaturity. Try as we might to sound like professions - we all goof off, especially on the radios, especially on 'company band' radios. I do agree with a few other posters tho - and would have prefered some more of the "good" sides of EMS. the sweet lil old lady that just smiles at you all the way in, like your an angel, a great save that you talk about for weeks, the fuzzy feeling we all get sometimes. So maybe if theres an EMS3 - tack on some lighter side stuff. overall tho, i definatly think its a book people in ems can relate to. dont know if ide totally recomend it for 'outsiders' tho, as they might interput it all as lazy and uncaring. (thats only some days!)

I picked this book up after Devin took a job in our area. The intro was very well written and I thought "hey this should be great."
But then the book turns into a string of what we would refer to as "bumper stories" - 2 minute tales told while sitting on the front bumper of the rescue truck waiting for the horn to blow. Many of the stories have the feel of "urban legend" having been passed around NJ for decades and morphing over time.

And we all know that "real guys" don't talk about emotion - they just complain about how bad things are, so there is nothing in here that I felt captured the motivation that keeps people in this business. Too many "that was a horrible shift" stories, but no great saves.

Yes, I can recall events like this. But if they were all that made up my day, I would have left years ago.

(I did get one smile from a simple line on page 26 - Don't cut a down jacket.
Because I've been there.)

this is a very basic book, not sure what its purpose is, just get an informed guide

Extremely informative and to the point.Covers the basics+++...A MUST READ for every Medic...imho

This is an Excellant Must Have Book. It presents the most common types of emergencies that medics get called to in a easy to understand way.

New medics in particular should grab up this book. I eagerly await a second edition but I have found no other book that cuts to the chase and explains differential diagnosis of about 40 common EMS conditions as well. I strongly encourage new EMS folks to buy this book as the wealth of information that is in here is amazing. While some of the information is old -- I don't think it has been updated since the ACLS changes of 2000, it still has a great deal of good information throughout and should be added to required text lists of NREMT-P and NREMT-I programs.

Well, I have to say...I'm duly impressed. It's not often that I find a medical reference book that is as clear, concise, and step-by-step as this one. Even though it's geared towards the EMT-P, it could be a very helpful guide to anyone in health-related fields...from trauma nurse to home health aide to first responder. Although the book does assume you have the basic knowledge of the advance EMT, it can contain valuable insight for all. It's also well organized; it's easy to look something up and find your information in a short time.

I purchased this book hoping to hear something new but unfortunately most everything in the book has all be told time and time again. There are also some poor stretches for an easy memory tip. For me it was a waste of money.

I used this book extensively in my EMT Schooling. The information contained in it was invaluable as a guide and learning tool. It is a must have for anyone getting into the medical field. It definately has given me the edge in my EMT and other medical classes that I have attended. I have recommended it to numerous friends in the medical field and they have all expressed to me their gratitude and extreme satisfaction with the book as well. A real bargain at twice the price. Thanks Janet for helping me jump start my medical career with such tremendous success.

I' m not sure a single week has gone by either in school or at work where I haven't used this book to help me organize complex information in my head. This book is great help and should be a must have for any Paramedic student and for that matter any in the health care profession.

This book will help other medical careers. I found the mnemonics helpful while studying for NCLEX-RN licensing. Thanks Jan!!!

... we need to sort through and recall information in order to provide care for our patients, or to discuss and communicate information. Many of us can quickly recall techniques and treatment steps in sequence by using memory joggers.

Body Basics - Blood Vessel Anatomy
Tunica Intima = Inner
Tunica Media = Middle, Muscle
Tunica Adventitia = Away (outside)

Assessment Assertions
If the head is red, lift the head
If the head is pale, lift the tail
If the head is blue, give O2

Easy Memory System for Emergency Medical Services is for EMS, medical, and allied health students, providers, and educators. EMS 4 EMS is a great supplement for the textbooks already in use by First Responders, EMT's, and Paramedic students and educators. Everything is from textbooks used in current programs.

EMS 4 EMS is 150 pages of memory joggers, 2 a.m. rules, medication calculations, and decision trees.