<P>Addressing many of the primary conceptual frameworks and theories in nursing, <B>Foundations of Nursing Theory</B> offers concise, informative descriptions of nursing&apos;s philosophical origins. The book, a compilation of volumes from Sage's acclaimed <I>Notes on Nursing Theories</I> series, not only assays the development, assumptions, and broad applications of each nursing theory but also provides specific examples of how it relates to both research and practice. </P>