J. Peters

When high-magnitude meteorological hazards impact vulnerable human populations, disasters are the inevitable consequence. Through archaeological and historical evidence, this book investigates how these sudden and unpredictable events affected British medieval populations (AD 1000-1500). Medieval society understood disasters in a practical sense and took steps to minimise risk by constructing flood defences and reinforcing structures damaged by storms....

Ohne Frage hat Religion Konjunktur. Einerseits gilt Religion als Ressource von Sinn und spiritueller Erfahrung, andererseits ist sie Konfliktpotential. Zunehmend wird Religion auch zum Gegenstand von visuellen und textlichen Repräsentationen in Museen und Ausstellungen. Solche musealen Inszenierungen von Religion/en transportieren jedoch immer ein spezifisches Religionskonzept und beziehen, meist unausgesprochen, Stellung in aktuellen gesellschaftlichen...

Intended for the sufferer to work through alone or with guided assistance, this treatment guide contains multiple copies of blank worksheets, diaries and exercises suitable for a two-week course of treatment.

The fifth edition of this well-established introduction to diabetes has been completely revised and updated, with specific attention given to the new delivery of care, and greater coverage of the different insulins.

The Downfall of the American Order? offers penetrating insight into the emerging global political economy at this moment of an increasingly chaotic world. For seventy-five years, the basic patterns of world politics and the contours of international economic activity took place in the shadow of American leadership and the institutions it designed-an order designed to avoid the horrors of previous eras, including, most poignantly, two world wars and...

This textbook on haematology in the Illustrated Colour Text series is suitable for medical students, junior doctors and others needing a concise and practical introduction to the subject. Concise and manageable coverage of the major blood diseases and their treatment. Does not overload the reader with science, unlike some competing books. Focus is on the haematology patient and on the practical aspects of the subject. Makes use of the attractive features...

Whether patient problems stem from mental distress and ill health, historic substance abuse, demanding family members or abusive behaviour, difficult patients place extra demands on nurses both personally and professionally. This is a practical guide to dealing with these patients.

Roitt's Essential Immunology clearly outdistances other textbooks in the area by its scope, its organisation, its clarity and its ability to convey a carefully balanced and up-to-date view of immunology.

This is an introductory account of the principles & practice of anaesthesia for postgraduate nurses, Operating Department Practitioners & medical students. This edition incorporates new developments in practice & arrival of new drugs.