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Rachel K. Wentz
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Life and Death at Windover
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2012
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The Mass of Men
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2013
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The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture
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2016
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Chasing Bones
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2011
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Let Burn: The Making and Breaking of a Firefighter/Paramedic
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2013
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Searching Sand and Surf: The Origins of Archaeology in Florida
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2014
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A Bioarchaeological Assessment of Health from Florida's Archaic
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2013
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Soul Searching...
In the two years since I’ve been writing this blog, we’ve explored just about every aspect of our anatomy, from the beautiful intricacies of its form and function to the bizarre ways we modify and even mutilate our bodies. So as this writing endeavor draws to a close and I focus on other projects, I thought I'd end by discussing an aspect of the body that has eluded scientists and philosophers Read more of this blog post »
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"I really enjoyed reading The Body Blog and found it extremely interesting. It covers everything from cannibalism to the evolution of the bra. It also covers all bodily functions from the appendix to your brain. I kept reading one more page until I fi"
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"I so enjoyed this book! Didn’t think anatomy could be such fun. Loved the personal stories and Dr. Wentz gives a distinctive perspective based on her unusual background. I recommend highly!"
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"I received a copy of this as part of a Goodreads giveaway.
This was like a off-brand version of Mary Roach. I enjoyed this read over all! As a former EMT and healthcare worker myself, some of the explanations were a little "high level" for those of u" Read more of this review » |
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"Thank you to author Rachel Wentz for this FREE Kindle copy of The Body Blog. And thanks to Goodreads for hosting the opportunity.
Interesting stuff in this two year compilation of blog posts. So many facts, theories, ideas and speculation we just don'" Read more of this review » |
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FIREFIGHTING BOOKS BY WENTZ!
Let Burn: The Making and Breaking of a Firefighter/Paramedic
The Mass of Men
If you have an interest in firefighting or emergency medical services, or know someone who does, please check out my two award-winning books: Let Burn, a memoir about my years as a firefighter/paramedic, and The Mass of Men, a novel based on my experiences as the only female in my academy class. Both are Silver Medal FAPA Winners and The Mass of Men just made IndieReader's "Best Of" List!
ARCHAEOLOGY BOOKS BY WENTZ!
Life and Death at Windover
Chasing Bones
Searching Sand and Surf: The Origins of Archaeology in Florida
For those interested in archaeology - from ancient mortuary ponds, to archaeological globetrotting, to the origins of Florida archaeology - here are a few books to enlighten! I hope you enjoy.
The Mass of Men
Check out the IndieReader 2021 Discovery Awards Review for The Mass of Men!
THE MASS OF MEN by Rachel K. Wentz utilizes complex characters and intricate relationships to portray the intense nature of life in firefighter academy training. Providing an incredibly detailed account of the grueling challenges these cadets face both personally and professionally, the story will pull readers into the rollercoaster of emotions with each turn of the page. -IndieReader 2021 Discovery Awards Review
https://indiereader.com/book_review/t...
These award-winning books are now available on Kindle Unlimited, where members can read for FREE! Get your copies today.
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Check out the IndieReader 2021 Discovery Awards review for The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture:
The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture
THE BODY BLOG by Rachel Wentz is a clever and intriguing look at the human body, the dying process, and how different cultures address it. Drawn from the author’s experiences as a firefighter/paramedic/bio-archaeologist, Wentz pulls back the curtain to give reader’s interesting facts, insights, and processes of human death. Replete with anecdotes and examples, this book is the perfect read for those curious about the wonders of the human body, and death itself. - IndieReader Discovery Awards
The Mass of Men
Let Burn: The Making and Breaking of a Firefighter/Paramedic
The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture
The Mass of Men, Let Burn: The Making and Breaking of a Firefighter/Paramedic, and The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture just became available through Barnes & Noble, so please check them out!
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/went...
The Mass of Men
My novel, The Mass of Men, just became and IndieReader Approved book! It was also added to their "Best Of" list so please check out the review at https://indiereader.com/book_review/t...
"THE MASS OF MEN is an engrossing story about the training and lives of firefighters, written by an author who has clearly lived through many of the experiences she so vividly describes."
- IndieReader
The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture
The Mass of Men
Please check out my latest book, "The Body Blog: Explorations in Science and Culture," or, if you're into fiction, take a peek at the updated version of my award-winning novel, "The Mass of Men."
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