The perennial bestseller that you MUST READ in order to fully understand the interplay between electric energy and living organismsThe Body Electric tells the fascinating story of our bioelectric selves. Robert O. Becker, a pioneer in the field of regeneration and its relationship to electrical currents in living things, challenges the established mechanistic understanding of the body. He found clues to the healing process in the long-discarded theory that...

This new and expanded edition is aimed directly at the learning needs of student nurses and is unique in that context. Whilst there are many high quality books available for academic study in palliative care this is currently the only one that balances a strong educational focus for developing nursing practice with an understanding of the particular needs of student nurses. The text maintains a sensitive and supportive approach to the key themes of palliative care nursing, but contains imp...

Bernard has lung cancer, but he isn’t about to take it lying down, so when he has to go into the local hospice, St. Righteous, for symptom control he’s none too happy. As a retired Detective Inspector he doesn’t suffer fools gladly and unfortunately he finds St. Righteous full of fools. It’s only when he teams up with Sheila, a larger than life Health Care Assistant and Dr. John, a part time GP at the hospice and his mongrel dog Rocky that things begin to look up. A series of events leads ...

This book examines the relevance of current research for the early diagnosis of Alzheimer disease. It uncovers the present lack of clinical utility in research methodologies such as neuroimaging, drug challenges, electroencephalographs studies, and brain biopsy.

This volume provides an update on recent developments in computer-aided design and modeling of catalysts for a variety of important industrial applications. Key hurdles in catalyst design are different for each application: the modeling frontiers for methane partial oxidation, automotive catalysis,

The perennial bestseller that you MUST READ in order to fully understand the interplay between electric energy and living organismsThe Body Electric tells the fascinating story of our bioelectric selves. Robert O. Becker, a pioneer in the field of regeneration and its relationship to electrical currents in living things, challenges the established mechanistic understanding of the body. He found clues to the healing process in the long-discarded theory that...

In the quaint town of Riverbank, where the Pepper family resides, an extraordinary adventure awaits. Join Joel Pepper, the spirited and curious young boy, as he embarks on a series of thrilling escapades. From exploring hidden caves to unraveling mysteries, Joel's adventures will ignite your imagination and transport you to a world of wonder and excitement. Prepare to be captivated by the timeless charm and heartwarming spirit of this classic tale, as Joel Pepper's adventures unfold before...

The basis on which these myths were selected necessarily excluded those which showed traces of the white man's religion or of the red man's coarseness. Relatively speaking, only a few myths could be selected. These were the creation myths, the origin of the races, the theft of fire, the salmon, and especially those connected with the physical features of the country, such as those of Takhoma, Shasta, the Columbia River, and the group of mountains of the bridge of the gods…. No claim is mad...

“One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century . . . a delight.” —Daily MailNo fingerprints. No weapon. No witnesses. Can DS Cross prove it was murder?When a young woman is found dead – with no fingerprints, no weapon, and no witnesses –the Bristol Crime Unit is ready to close the case as suicide, especially after the coroner cites the victim’s long history of drug abuse. But her mother is convinc...

The stakes are higher than ever in Damage, the fourth solo novel from Top Ten bestseller Felix Francis.Jeff Hinkley, undercover investigator for the British Horseracing Authority, is looking into the shady activities of a racehorse trainer. But as he's tailing his quarry through the Cheltenham Racing Festival, the last thing he expects to witness is a gruesome murder. Could it have something to do with the reason the trainer was banned in the first place - ...

Blood will out, always...Quintin Jardine's Bob Skinner novel Hour of Darkness sees the Edinburgh cop faced with a case that calls every part of his life into question. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin and Peter May.The body of a murdered woman is found washed up on Cramond Island near the mouth of the River Forth. Days later detectives are called to a flat in Edinburgh; the kitchen is covered in blood, and the occupi...