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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This is an informative guide for anyone contemplating a career in medicine. It features up-to-date, essential information for a wide group of school leavers. It covers getting to medical school, being there and life thereafter. It is written by newly qualified doctors who lecture on medical careers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This timely and relevant new edition of an established and well-regarded text is essential reading for those training to become health visitors and those who are practitioners working with and in the community. Health Visiting: A Rediscovery has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the many new developments in health policy, public health priorities and health visiting practice. The focus of the book, however, remains the same: placing the health visitor at the forefront of supporting and working with children and families, ensuring the child has the best possible start in life. The increasing importance of working with communities and reaffirming the public health role of the health visitor are discussed and debated. The new edition takes into account the challenges and increasing need for health visitors to engage with research evidence and to evaluate their practice. Key features: * Incorporates the practice of public health and working with communities * Includes a brand new chapter on the importance of safeguarding children and the enhanced child protection role of the health visitor * Timely and topical * Essential reading for all nurses working in the community, those training as Specialist Community Public Health Nurses and undergraduate students undertaking public health, primary and community care course units * Features case studies and learning activities. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Understanding the immune system is crucial for both medical and bioscience students, with new research revealing yet more secrets year on year. Many books offer in-depth introductions to the subject, but How the Immune System Works remains uniquely popular for its personable and practical overview of the nuts and bolts of the immune system. This third edition provides a perfect introduction to the essential principles of the immune system, covered in humorous but highly informative 'lectures' accompanied by clear and accessible illustrations. It is perfect for exam preparation or as an enjoyable overview of a difficult subject. Both students and instructors will welcome the clarity and authority that Lauren Sompayrac brings to this timely revision. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book that health professionals turn to for a full and clear explanation of the principles of evidence-based medicine. The author's descriptions of clinical research papers and how to critically appraise them are so simply presented as to be understandable by readers at all levels, from student to specialist. Chapters on searching the literature and implementing the evidence provide guidance on using evidence-based medicine in clinical practice. This fourth edition retains the winning style, and takes in the recent developments and shifts of emphasis in evidence-based medicine and now includes: * Thoroughly revised and updated chapters on searching, qualitative research, systematic review, and implementing evidence-based practice *2 new chapters on quality improvement and the emerging field of complex interventions This new edition will be welcomed by those who teach and those needing to learn the basics of evidence-based medicine. Praise for previous editions "One of the greatest aspects of this book is the section relating to searching the literature and whilst we may think we may all practise this on a fairly regular basis under the assumption that we do a pretty decent job of it, this section holds the key to excelling." -From a review in Urology News "This clear and concise book provides an excellent starting point for those interested in finding their way through the medical literature." -From a review in Palliative Medicine. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The at a Glance series is popular among medical students and junior doctors for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations. Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with colour summary diagrams on the left page and explanatory text on the right. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory subject texts or for revision purposes, and are useful throughout medical school and beyond. Everything you need to know about OSCEs.at a Glance! Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, and in full-colour, OSCEs at a Glance is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Reflecting changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. OSCEs at a Glance: * Comprehensively covers OSCE stations across all medical specialties in 295 consecutive stations * Contains full-colour artwork throughout, making the subject easy to understand * Presents schematic diagrams on the left page and concise explanations on the right * Sets out the information and provides typical questions as asked during the assessment * Teaches a safe, efficient, and brief approach which can be used in the exam * Is ideal for quick reference on the wards and near the actual exam * Covers common clinical cases that appear in exams time and again This book is an invaluable resource for all medical students preparing for any OSCEs and clinical examinations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. * An authoritative book on one of the most fundamental and contentious issues for health care professionals* Fully updated to include provisions of the Mental Capacity Act (April 2007); the latest policy on advance directives and the impact of the Human Rights Act on such decisions* Provides guidance on the appointment of welfare attorneys to make health care decisions once capacity is lost* Discusses recent cases, including Burke, baby MB, and Wyatt* Written by medical ethics professionals in consultation with the appropriate medical and legal experts and in agreement with the General Medical Council's guidelines. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The unofficial official guide to the Raspberry Pi, complete with creator insight Raspberry Pi User Guide, 3rdEdition contains everything you need to know to get up and running with Raspberry Pi. This book is the go-to guide for Noobs who want to dive right in. This updated third edition covers the model B+ Raspberry Pi and its software, additional USB ports, and changes to the GPIO, including new information on Arduino and Minecraft on the Pi. You ll find clear, step-by-step instruction for everything from software installation and configuration to customizing your Raspberry Pi with capability-expanding add-ons. Learn the basic Linux SysAdmin and flexible programming languages that allow you to make your Pi into whatever you want it to be. The Raspberry Pi was created by the UK Non-profit Raspberry Pi Foundation to help get kids interested in programming. Affordable, portable, and utterly adorable, the Pi exceeded all expectations, introducing millions of people to programming since its creation. The Raspberry Pi User Guide, 3rd Edition helps you and your Pi get acquainted, with clear instruction in easy to understand language. * Install software, configure, and connect your Raspberry Pi to other devices * Master basic Linux System Admin to better understand nomenclature and conventions * Write basic productivity and multimedia programs in Scratch and Python * Extend capabilities with add-ons like Gertboard, Arduino, and more The Raspberry Pi has become a full-fledged phenomenon, popular with tinkerers, hackers, experimenters, and inventors. If you want to get started but aren t sure where to begin, Raspberry Pi User Guide, 3rd Edition contains everything you need. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Ethical Theory: An Anthology is an authoritative collection of key essays by top scholars in the field, addressing core issues including consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics, as well as traditionally underrepresented topics such as moral knowledge and moral responsibility. * Brings together seventy-six classic and contemporary pieces by renowned philosophers, from classic writing by Hume and Kant to contemporary writing by Derek Parfit, Susan Wolf, and Judith Jarvis Thomson * Guides students through key areas in the field, among them consequentialism, deontology, contractarianism, and virtue ethics * Includes coverage of metaethics, normative ethics, and practical ethics * Reaches beyond traditional texts by also including important, but usually underrepresented, topics such as moral knowledge, moral standing, moral responsibility, and ethical particularism * Raises questions about the status and rational authority of morality. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The Building Regulations: Explained and Illustrated provides a detailed, authoritative and well illustrated guide to building control in England and Wales. This latest edition has been substantially revised to include revised chapters on Part A Structural Stability, Part C Materials, Part E Sound, Part F Ventilation, Part L Conservation of Fuel and Power, Part M Access, and a completely new chapter on Part P Electrical Safety. A host of smaller changes to the administration of the Regulations are also included. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. A comprehensive introduction to the field, with contributions from leading experts that illuminate the focus and purpose of social work. * New edition of THE leading social work textbook for undergraduates * Provides comprehensive coverage of all subject areas relevant to a career in social work * Covers the reasons for social work, the application of knowledge to practice, the practice context, and its psychosocial framework * Gives detailed coverage of the perspectives of service users, carers and the Disabled People's Movement * The book brings together material on children and families side-by-side with detailed accounts of work with adult service users * Each chapter lists five key points, three questions for discussion, and three recommendations for further reading. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. A comprehensive introduction to the field, with contributions from leading experts that illuminate the focus and purpose of social work. * New edition of THE leading social work textbook for undergraduates * Provides comprehensive coverage of all subject areas relevant to a career in social work * Covers the reasons for social work, the application of knowledge to practice, the practice context, and its psychosocial framework * Gives detailed coverage of the perspectives of service users, carers and the Disabled People's Movement * The book brings together material on children and families side-by-side with detailed accounts of work with adult service users * Each chapter lists five key points, three questions for discussion, and three recommendations for further reading. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Cyber bullying has become more prevalent through the use of e-mail, instant messages, chat rooms, and other digital messaging systems. It brings with it unique challenges. Cyber Bullying provides the most current and essential information on the nature and prevalence of this epidemic, providing educators, parents, psychologists and policy-makers with critical prevention techniques and strategies for effectively addressing electronic bullying.* Provides an empirically-based resource with up-to-date information about the nature and prevalence of cyber bullying through the use of email, instant messages, chat rooms, and other digital messaging systems* Examines the role of anonymity in electronic bullying* Includes feedback from focus groups and individual interviews with students and parents* Offers a handy reference with practical strategies for educators, parents, psychologists and policy makers about prevention and intervention of cyber bullying. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Fine. This brand new title in the popular ABC series offers an up-to-date introduction on improving patient safety in primary and secondary care. The ABC of Patient Safety covers an area of increasing importance in healthcare and provides a clear description of the underlying principles that influence practice. Patient safety is now an integral part of the training for all Foundation doctors and is rapidly becoming a component of many undergraduate and postgraduate exams, including the nMRCGP. This book is an ideal companion for this training. A wide variety of clinical staff and managers in primary and secondary care will find this book an essential text, offering an ideal theoretical and practical aid to patient safety. GPs and practice managers will find this book of particular interest, as well as medical and nursing students.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The ABC of Skin Cancer is designed to boost GP confidence in the diagnosis and referral of skin cancer, focusing on differential diagnosis and common pitfalls. In line with the latest NICE guidelines in the UK, this book outlines best practice management in primary care, whilst also covering the Australian perspective on this cancer. Chapters on non-surgical treatment and prevention are also included. This new highly illustrated title in the successful ABC series provides a concise, factual and practical overview of skin cancers and pre-cancerous lesions for general practitioners, junior doctors and medical students. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Structural engineering is a key part of the design of the entire built environment. How a structure, for example a building or bridge, behaves when subjected to various forces the weight of the materials that were used to build it, the weight of the occupants in it or the traffic it carries, the force of the wind etc is fundamental to its success. Students of construction, architecture and civil engineering have to be confident in their understanding of structures, but many find the basic concepts difficult to understand and apply. Basic Structures provides the student with a clear explanation of structural concepts, using many analogies and examples. Real examples and case studies show the concepts in use, and the book is well illustrated with full colour photographs and many line illustrations, giving the student a thorough grounding in the fundamentals and a 'feel' for the way buildings behave structurally. With many worked examples and tutorial questions, the book serves as an ideal introduction to the subject. Three new chapters are added to this edition, two of which serve as an introduction to the design process by describing the principles and processes on which structural design is based, and showing the range of designs that can be achieved with modern methods. In addition, the concepts of deflection are introduced in a third new chapter. Reviews of the first edition "Philip Garrison approaches the subject in a gentle user-friendly style with clear explanations and numerous explanatory diagrams supported by well-worked examples and a number of exercises." Building Engineer "This book is well thought out, well written and would provide a good introduction to basic principles. It is aimed at those just starting their studies, but would be useful to those requiring a recap of first principles." The Structural Engineer. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This second edition of the ground-breaking Ethics in Finance, is an up-to-date, valuable addition to the emerging field of finance ethics. Citing examples of the scandals that have shaken public confidence in the ethics of Wall Street, this text explains the importance of ethics the operation of financial institutions and in the personal conduct of finance professionals. * Focuses on practical issues that confront finance professionals and policy makers* Now includes discussion of issues in mutual funds and financial engineering, the independence of analysts at investment banks, and the bank's responsibility for the conduct of its clients* Features a new chapter on conflicts of interest in financial services, expanded treatment of ethical issues in IPOs, and a new discussion about the discarding of pension funds* Cites examples of the scandals that have shaken public confidence in Wall Street. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This new title in the at a Glance series contains essential information on the anatomy, physiology, pathology and clinical management of diseases and dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system. The Musculoskeletal System at a Glance is the perfect introduction and revision aid to orthopaedics, trauma and rheumatology, and features: * Regional coverage of normal form and function and common presentations * Concise presentation of the core curriculum in rheumatology, orthopaedics and trauma, providing the relevant essentials for students * Highly visual presentation * Self-assessment case studies included to make revision more rewarding * Bite-sized chapters - ideal as an introduction or revision text and useful for presentations and tutorials The Musculoskeletal System at a Glance will appeal to medical students, junior doctors and GP trainees. In addition, the text is a suitable companion for nurses, and sport science, osteopath and physiotherapy students. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Nursing Law and Ethics takes an innovative and challenging approach to key legal and ethical issues, and considers the practical application of law and ethics in nursing. Part 1 explores the interface between law, ethics and nursing, patient complaints and the changing policy context. Part 2 addresses legal and ethical perspectives on more specialist topics including negligence, consent, resource allocation, mental health nursing, the critically ill patient, clinical governance and research. The new edition reflects recent changes in mental health and learning disabilities, as well as the implementation of the new clinical negligence and complaints system. Builds upon the strengths of previous editions Legal Chapters accompanied by Ethical Commentary Includes contributions from leading nurses, lawyers and ethicists. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. All children have a right to appropriate prevention, assessment and control of their pain. Managing Pain in Children is an evidence-based, practical guide to care in all areas of children's pain management, providing nurses and other health care practitioners with the skills and expertise necessary to manage children's pain effectively. The text first explores the relevant anatomy and physiology of children, the latest policy guidelines surrounding pain management and ethical issues involved in managing children's pain. It then goes on to look at the various pain assessment tools available for children and non-drug methods of pain relief. The text then goes on to apply these pain management principles to practice in relation to acute pain, chronic pain, palliative care and the management of procedural pain. Each of these chapters covers the evidence base, assessment techniques, pain relieving interventions, and guidance for best practice in both hospital and community settings. Special features: Practical and accessible, with 'best practice' points in each chapter Written in the context of latest policy developments Provides the necessary evidence-base for care throughout With contributions from experts in the field. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Despite the advances that have occurred since the first edition of this book appeared in 1981, its aims remain the same. These are to provide a clear, easily read and readily understandable introduction to family therapy, and to guide the reader to sources of further information by providing a comprehensive list of references. No prior knowledge of family therapy has been assumed and it is hoped that the book will be useful not only to those who are new to family therapy but also to those in the early phases of their training. The fifth edition of this established text provides an unbiased, readable and up-to-date introduction to the field of family therapy. It recognises the various forms of dysfunction which may occur within individual families, often coloured by the culture of the society to which the family belongs. Against this complex backdrop and the various schools of thought in family therapy, the book synthesises the basic principles that apply to family therapy generally. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The third edition of this popular textbook provides an engaging and accessible introduction to semantics for students new to the field. Explores the basic concepts and methods of the field and discusses some of the most important contemporary lines of research Contains new solutions to chapter exercises in order to familiarize the student with the practice of semantic description Completely revised and updated to reflect recent theoretical developments Includes new sections on classifiers and noun classes, as well as conceptual integration. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This revised second edition highlights the ways in which health may be studied from geographical perspectives, setting out the debates and reviewing the evidence that links health outcomes with social and physical environments. * Introduces the reader to relevant theoretical perspectives, methodologies, and research * Provides new examples from a range of geographical settings * Provides an extensive revision to the first edition, emphasizing contemporary concerns such as globalization, neighbourhood health, and obesity * Pays greater attention to the US health care system, mental health, health of older adults, disease ecology and re-emerging diseases, health in developing world, and children's and women's health. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The third edition of A History of Germany traces the dramatic social, cultural, and political tensions in Germany since 1918. * Offers a persuasive interpretation of the dynamics of twentieth-century German history* Treats German history from 1918-2008 from the perspective of division and reunification, covering East and West German history in equal depth* Covers the self-destructive Weimar Republic, the extremes of genocide and military aggression in the Nazi era, the division of the nation in the Cold War, and the collapse of communist East Germany and unification in 1990* New edition includes updates throughout, especially covering the Nazi period and the Holocaust; a new chapter on Germany since the 1990s; and a substantially revised and updated bibliography. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The at a Glance series is popular among medical students and junior doctors for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations. Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with colour summary diagrams on the left page and explanatory text on the right. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory subject texts or for revision purposes, and are useful throughout medical school and beyond. Everything you need to know about Obstetrics and Gynaecology.at a Glance ! Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, and now in full-colour, Obstetrics and Gynaecology at a Glance is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Fully revised and updated to reflect changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of obstetrics and gynaecology to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. This new edition of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at a Glance : Now features self-assessment case studies to increase clinical relevance and reinforce learning Includes new chapters on medico-legal issues to reflect latest advice in this area, and pregnancy in primary care, providing an overview of patient care Has increased coverage of miscarriage and pregnancy termination to better prepare students for these frequent rotation topics Contains full-colour artwork throughout, making the subject even easier to understand It's an invaluable resource for all medical students, junior doctors, nurses and midwives who need an introduction to obstetrics and gynaecology. Review of the previous edition " The text with accompanying visual aids is an excellent quick referral guide to nearly everything undergraduate students will meet during O+G. It has found the right level in terms of undergraduate content and has struck the right balance between full curricular coverage and avoiding unnecessary detail. I would not hesitate to recommend it to my students." Senior Lecturer, St George's Hospital Medical School Titles of related interest Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Third Edition Impey and Child 9781405160957 Lecture Notes: Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Third Edition Hamilton-Fairley 9781405178013 Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Clinical Cases Uncovered Cruickshank 9781405186711. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The at a Glance series is popular among medical students and junior doctors for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations. Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with colour summary diagrams on the left page and explanatory text on the right. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory subject texts or for revision purposes, and are useful throughout medical school and beyond. Everything you need to know about Immunology.at a Glance! Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, and now in full-colour, Immunology at a Glance, the first in the series, is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Fully revised and updated to reflect changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of immunology to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. This new edition of Immunology at a Glance: * Contains full-colour artwork throughout, making the subject even easier to understand * Presents schematic diagrams on the left page and concise explanations on the right * Shows the essential relationships between cells, molecules, and processes of immunity, with a complete checklist of definitions and details * Includes new self-assessment tutorials suitable for medical and biomedical science courses * Includes new chapters on 'Innate Immune Recognition', 'Investigating Immunity', and 'Immunity and the Genome' This book is a concise and accessible introduction and revision aid for all students of bioscience and medicine/paramedicine, and the busy clinician or specialist, who want a quick, yet thorough, grasp of immunology. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The at a Glance series is popular among medical students, residents, junior doctors and health professionals for its concise and clear approach and excellent illustrations. Each topic is concisely covered in a double-page spread with color summary diagrams accompanied by explanatory text. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory subject texts or for revision purposes, and are useful throughout medical and nursing training and beyond. Everything you need to know about Neonatology.at a Glance! Written by leading international experts, this accessible overview provides need-to-know information on perinatal medicine, the normal newborn infant, preterm infants and neonatal problems encountered in Intensive Care Units, and their management. Neonatology at a Glance: * Provides coverage of the important conditions you will encounter * Addresses ethical issues, the death of an infant, quality assurance and evidence-based medicine * Includes invaluable advice on practical procedures, in text and diagrammatic form * Has been updated to reflect current practice in both the UK and US Neonatology at a Glance is the perfect guide for all health professionals looking after newborn infants, including paediatric trainees, medical students, neonatal nurse practitioners and neonatal nurses, therapists and midwives. For neonatologists, pediatricians and nurse tutors it is a valuable resource to assist with teaching. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, and in full-colour, Haematology at a Glance is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Fully revised and updated to reflect changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of haematology to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. This new edition of Haematology at a Glance: * Contains full-colour artwork throughout, making the subject easy to understand* Presents schematic diagrams on the left page and concise explanations on the right* Has been rearranged to provide more structured and logical coverage of the topics* Includes more explanation of the basics of haematology science and the latest clinical treatments* Features expanded chapters on Lymphoma and Myeloproliferative disorders - incorporating new advances in knowledge and practice* Contains self-assessment case studies and MCQs This book is an invaluable resource for all undergraduates in medicine, immunology, and pharmacy, as well as for junior doctors, nurses and clinical nurse specialists and pharmacists who all need an introduction to haematology. Review of the previous edition "This is a very colourful book which concisely and clearly covers the areas of haematology for the undergraduate.this book is a welcome and reliable source of information." Surgo, Glasgow University Medical Journal. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Fully revised and updated throughout, the new edition of Discourse Analysis is a userfriendly textbook for students taking their first course in linguistic approaches to discourse. Second edition of a popular introductory textbook, combining breadth of coverage, practical examples, and studentfriendly features Includes new sections on metaphor, framing, stance and style, multimodal discourse, and Gricean pragmatics Considers a variety of approaches to the subject, including critical discourse analysis, conversation analysis, interactional and variationist sociolinguistics, ethnography, corpus linguistics, and other qualitative and quantitative methods Features detailed descriptions of the results of discourse analysts work Retains and expands the useful student features, including discussion questions, exercises, and ideas for small research projects. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The Endocrine System at a Glance provides a concise and accessible introduction and revision aid for medical students in the early years of their course. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear tables and diagrams encapsulating all the students need to know. This new edition of Endocrinology at a Glance: * Contains a second colour throughout to enhance the visual appeal, making the subject even easier to understand * Presents schematic diagrams on the left page and concise explanations of the right, providing a user-friendly overview of endocrinology * Has been thoroughly revised and updated, including brand new information on: * Obesity * Osteoporosis * Infertility Endocrinology at a Glance will appeal to all medical students studying endocrinology and revising for final exams. The book is also suitable for those training in allied health professions and nurses specialising in endocrinology. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Highly Commended in the ENT category at the British Medical Association Book Awards 2008 Lecture Notes: Diseases of the Ear, Nose and Throat, now in its tenth edition, is an ideal learning aid covering the core principles of this important specialty. With concise chapters, this text is renowned for its brevity, clarity and lavish illustrations. This edition has been thoroughly revised and rewritten to reflect the latest developments in the specialty and contemporary curriculum, and features: * New material on otitis media, tonsils, voice disorders, head and neck cancer and obstructive sleep apnoea * Coverage of relevant basic science at a level to assist the student to fully understand the clinical topic * Clinical Practice Points which provide nuggets of wisdom about patient management * Over 200 self-assessment questions to aid revision and understanding * Emphasis on sensible primary-care management of common presentations Lecture Notes: Diseases of the Ear, Nose and Throat is a thorough, digestible companion to ENT for all medical students and junior doctors, as well as General Practitioners and ENT nurse practitioners. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.