yearling jul 2010 (3 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The thrilling and moving classic memoir of a spitfire pilot in World War Two. 'Rivetingly well told.It will speak to anyone who cares for the romance and tragedy of a lost hero' Sunday TimesThis is the true story of Richard Hillary, immortalised in Sebastian Faulks' bestselling triple biography, The Fatal Englishman. In The Last Enemy, Richard Hillary tells his extraordinary story in his own words. Shot out of the sky in the Battle of Britain, Hillary spent months in hospital as part of Archibald McIndoe's 'Guinea Pig Club', undergoing pioneering plastic surgery to rebuild his face and hands.The Last Enemy was first published in 1942, just seven months before Hilary's untimely death in a second crash.'One of the classic texts of World War Two' London Review of Books'Elegantly affecting memoir' The Times.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The compassionate and practical guide to managing dementia and Alzheimer's, from a clinical psychologist and Sunday Times bestselling author.Dementia is a little understood illness but, while there is currently no cure, much can be done to support wellbeing and maintain quality of life for people living with this condition.In Contented Dementia, clinical psychologist and bestselling author, Oliver James, outlines a groundbreaking and practical method for managing dementia that will allow both sufferer and carer to maintain the highest possible quality of life, throughout every stage of the illness.The SPECAL method (Specialised Early Care for Alzheimer's) was developed to help carers, families and professionals respond to memory loss and behavioural changes with understanding, confidence, and a personalised approach.The method is based on a simple but powerful principle: although recent memory fades, emotional memory and long-term memories often remain strong. By working with, rather than against, the reality experienced by the person with dementia, SPECAL helps reduce distress, improve communication and create a calmer, more contented daily life.Drawing on real-life examples and user-friendly tried-and-tested methods, Contented Dementia provides essential information and guidance for families, caregivers and healthcare professionals seeking a more positive approach to dementia care.Praise for Contented Dementia:'A revolutionary new way of treating dementia [that] brings amazing benefits for patients and carers alike' Guardian'An indispensable handbook for anyone coping with the effects of dementia and who wants to keep a sufferer as happy as is humanly possible' Daily Express'Explains a revolutionary way to care for dementia patients . . . tender techniques that can ease absent minds' Telegraph'Anyone who wants help in caring for the condition will find this excellent work a revelation' Mail on Sunday'Shows how to minimize distress and manage dementia.I expected this book to be depressing; it is exactly the opposite.' The Independent 304 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The compassionate and practical guide to managing dementia and Alzheimer's, from a clinical psychologist and Sunday Times bestselling author.Dementia is a little understood illness but, while there is currently no cure, much can be done to support wellbeing and maintain quality of life for people living with this condition.In Contented Dementia, clinical psychologist and bestselling author, Oliver James, outlines a groundbreaking and practical method for managing dementia that will allow both sufferer and carer to maintain the highest possible quality of life, throughout every stage of the illness.The SPECAL method (Specialised Early Care for Alzheimer's) was developed to help carers, families and professionals respond to memory loss and behavioural changes with understanding, confidence, and a personalised approach.The method is based on a simple but powerful principle: although recent memory fades, emotional memory and long-term memories often remain strong. By working with, rather than against, the reality experienced by the person with dementia, SPECAL helps reduce distress, improve communication and create a calmer, more contented daily life.Drawing on real-life examples and user-friendly tried-and-tested methods, Contented Dementia provides essential information and guidance for families, caregivers and healthcare professionals seeking a more positive approach to dementia care.Praise for Contented Dementia:'A revolutionary new way of treating dementia [that] brings amazing benefits for patients and carers alike' Guardian'An indispensable handbook for anyone coping with the effects of dementia and who wants to keep a sufferer as happy as is humanly possible' Daily Express'Explains a revolutionary way to care for dementia patients . . . tender techniques that can ease absent minds' Telegraph'Anyone who wants help in caring for the condition will find this excellent work a revelation' Mail on Sunday'Shows how to minimize distress and manage dementia.I expected this book to be depressing; it is exactly the opposite.' The Independent.