"A must-read for anyone interested in the intrigue of politics in the most dangerous country on earth" (The Sunday Times)Read the unique insider's view of a country unfamiliar to a Western audience, seen through the eyes of the man set to become Pakistan's new Prime Minister.Born only five years after Pakistan was created in 1947, Imran Khan has lived his country's history. Undermined by a ruling elite, and unable to protect its pe...

Magnetic Nanoparticles and Polymer Nanocomposites: Structural, Electrical, and Optical Properties and Applications, Volume Two focuses on the manufacturing and design of innovative magnetic polymeric nanocomposite materials for a broad range of different applications. These materials have truly outstanding and sustainable properties unlike other composites because they are combined with organic (polymer matrix) and inorganic (semiconductor nanoparticles) materials to form a sustainable com...

Supercritical Fluid Technology for Materials Processing, Engineering and Biomedical Applications provides a comprehensive review of the latest advances in this important research field. The book covers all aspects including the processes involved, the physical and chemical characteristics of this kind of medium, together with their exceptional transport properties and their future potential for a whole range of applications in impregnation and cleaning, multistage counter current separatio...

Meet Malek Khalil, a brilliant reporter with decades of experience in the field, and a man on the edge. Where there is war, natural disaster or political crisis, Malek is in the midst of it, but years of conflict reporting have taken their toll and he is slowly unravelling.Born a Muslim but an atheist to his core, Malek's voyage takes him around the world and back in time to ancient Babylon as he finds himself arguing with a God in whom he doesn't believe. A keen reader, his 'madne...

Since 1858 cricketers from all over the world have dreamed of performing beneath the unchanging gaze of Father Time. Their adventures are to be found in these pages, in this wonderful tribute to the home of cricket. A fascinating insight into the history of Lord's. IMRAN KHAN Lord's Cricket Ground, referred to by many as the 'home of cricket', has become a Mecca for cricket fans the world over. Lord's is steeped in cricketing and sporting history. The year 2014 will mark 200 years since Th...

A clear and definitive guide to psychedelics for the current moment—without reverence, fear, or hype.Psychedelics are often described in extremes: miracle medicines, dangerous drugs, or sources of profound insight. Yet unlike many popular approaches, this book does not promise mystical transformation. Psychedelics is skeptical of miracle cures, wary of moral panics, and attentive to how much their outcomes depend on context. In this Essential Knowledge ser...

Marveling Religion: Critical Discourses, Religion, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe is an edited volume that explores the intersection of religion and cinema through the lenses of critical discourse. The focus of the shared inquiry are various films comprising the first three phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and corresponding Netflix series. The contributors explore various religious themes and how they intersect with culture through the canon on the MCU. The first p...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, commonly termed Industry 4.0, is transforming production and manufacturing through integration of advanced digital technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), industrial internet of things (IIoT), big data analytics, additive manufacturing, and advanced robotics. While much discussion has centered on potential economic impacts, Industry 4.0 also holds significant implications for sustainability across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. How...

Clinical Scenarios in Adult Cardiac Surgery bridges the gap between conventional casebooks and real-world surgical decision-making to offer a realistic picture of the challenges faced by cardiac surgeons. Formatted to emphasize strategic thinking and problem-solving when dealing with more complex patients, it will help enhance decision-making abilities with thought-provoking cases and explanations of surgical concepts in routine practice.Surgeons are increasingly required ...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to land restoration, focusing on the Global South's drylands. By adopting ecosystem-based approaches it explores the interplay between landscapes, ecosystems, and socio-ecological sustainability in these sensitive regions.The book features diverse case studies and examines various sectors, explaining the challenges posed by climate change and highlighting the role of scientific, technological, and traditional knowledge in fostering adaptive ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) offers tremendous opportunities to transform healthcare by reducing human error, supporting medical professionals, and providing continuous patient services. With ongoing advancements, AI has demonstrated significant potential in medical imaging, such as interpreting X-rays, scans, and other diagnostics, as well as assisting in disease identification and treatment planning. Beyond clinical applications, AI is streamlining healthcare operations—from managing pat...

This contributed volume offers a comprehensive exploration of ecosystem-based approach for resilience building in the ecosystems of the Himalayan landscape in the context of climate change and disaster risk reduction.The Himalayan region is highly susceptible to the adverse impacts of climate change, including melting glaciers, unpredictable weather patterns, and increased natural disasters, which pose a significant threat to both the environment and the co...