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2011 FRONTLIST. Medicine, Veterinary, Science. MEDICAL. 2011. Understanding Diabetes and Endocrinology Darryl Meeking , Portsmouth, UK. January 2011.
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2011 FRONTLIST Medicine, Veterinary, Science
MEDICAL 2011
Understanding Diabetes and EndocrinologyDarryl Meeking, Portsmouth, UK January 2011 • Diabetes is a common and debilitating condition encountered by all doctors worldwide, regardless of specialist interest. This book aims to give the reader an understanding of the background, diagnosis, investigation and management of diabetes and endocrine disease. This book is set out in three main sections. The first gives a background understanding of diabetes and a review of glandular systems. The second outlines the disease problems and their investigation, including the specific complications of diabetes. The third covers the management and treatment of diabetes and endocrine disease, importantly including prevention and screening. This is the third book in a new series which combines a symptoms and problem-based approach. It will appeal to medical students and instructors, to junior doctors and to health care professionals dealing with diabetes and endocrine diseases. • Covers investigation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment • Illustrated throughout in full colour • Third in a new series for junior doctors, medical students and allied healthcare professionals • Softcover, 160 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 100 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-100-9 £19.95
GastroenterologyA Colour Handbook, 2nd edRalph A. Boulton, Birmingham, UKH. J. F. Hodgson, London, UKSanjeev Gupta, New York, USAClaire Cousins, Cambridge, UK February 2011 • A convenient and user-friendly handbook of clinical gastroenterology providing systematic yet concise coverage of the diseases and disorders of the digestive tract. The wide experience of the author's background in both clinical gastroenterology and imaging is reflected in the informative text which is illustrated with colour photos, imaging and diagrams of the highest quality. The book is an invaluable resource for those preparing for higher qualifications in gastroenterology and general medicine, and to physicians and medical students who want a handy general reference source to problems of the digestive system. • Readership: Physicians in training and practice in gastroenterology, general medicine and general practice • Systematic and accessible reference book • Concise structured text • International authorship • Superb quality colour photos, imaging and diagrams • Combines key elements of a textbook and atlas • Softcover, 240 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 350 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-068-2 £29.95
Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism - A Color HandbookPauline M. Camacho, Illinois, USA February 2011 • The Color Handbook is a compact yet complete guide to the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine and metabolic disorders. It combines the advantages of a short text book with those of an atlas, and provides thorough discussion of each disease supported by a wealth of images. While reflecting the great advances in biochemical and radiological investigation, the authors emphasise that diagnosis of many endocrine conditions still relies ont he clinical acumen of physicians. The book is of particular value to young physicians/residents, to trainee endocrinologists and to senior medical students. • Reflects technical advances while emphasising the physician's diagnostic skills • Compact yet complete guide to diagnosis and treatment • Thorough discussion and top quality illustrations • Specialist contributors for each topic • Softcover, 224 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 269 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-121-4 £29.95
Acute Adult DermatologyDiagnosis and Management - A Colour HandbookDaniel Creamer, London, UKJonathan Barker, London, UK. Francisco A. Kerdel, Florida, USA. February 2011 • A significant proportion of skin disease develops rapidly, is highly symptomatic and can be associated with considerable morbidity. Patients may present to primary care services or hospital emergency departments and dermatology clinics. This book aims to serve as a comprehensive reference on relevant acute dermatology and is designed to encourage a structured and thorough clinical technique. Essential information about each disease is summarised in a clear and concise way. After a brief introduction, there is a description of the clinical features, followed by a differential diagnosis, a list of important systemic associations and the relevant investigations. Treatment is divided into two sections, the first stating the immediate action required to prevent further deterioration and the second discussing long-term management considerations. Each condition described and discussed is illustrated by clinical pictures. For primary care physicians, nurse specialists, emergency department staff, dermatologists and general physicians. • Focus on dermatoses with sudden onset, rapid progression or with local or systemic morbidity. • Covers all common inflammatory and infective dermatoses, plus rarer conditions: rashes, tumours, connective tissue disease, travellers’ dermatoses and drug eruptions. • Comprehensive reference, encouraging structured and thorough clinical technique • Softcover, 240 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 186 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-102-3 29.95.
Respiratory Medicine, 3rd editionSelf-Assessment Colour ReviewStephen G. Spiro, London, UK Richard K. Albert, Denver, CO, USA Jerry Brown, London, UKNeal Navani, London, UK February 2011 • The third edition of this book provides new material on sleep disordered breathing, the newer methods of staging of lung cancer, interstitial lung diseases and infections all of which have developed in importance since the last edition of the book. The traditional areas of respiratory medicine remain strongly represented and the new edition contains many new radiological illustrations.The book contains integrated self-test questions, illustrations and detailed explanations. It is designed to educate as well as give answers to problems. The cases appear in random order and at varying levels of difficulty, just as patients present in practice.The Colour Review appeals to a wide readership, ranging from senior medical students and post-registration trainees in internal medicine, to pulmonologists in training and practice, for examination revision and continuing education. • Problem oriented cases, using integrated questions, illustrations and detailed explanatory answers • Easy to use self-assessment format • Useful at many skill levels • Up-to-date coverage of latest developments • Superb colour photos and imaging • Softcover, 208 pages 210 x 148 mm page size 204 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-139-9 £22.95
Paediatric Clinical NeurologyA Color HandbookJames F. Bale, Utah, USAJoshua L. Bonkowsky, Utah, USAFrancis M. Filloux, Utah, USAPaul D. Larsen, Nebraska, USA March 2011 • Fundamentals of neurological examination and history are essential in the accurate diagnosis of conditions affecting the nervous system. This book includes detailed discussion of neurological examination techniques and covers basic formulation of differential diagnoses and management using neuroradiology, electrophysiology, genetic and metabolic testing, including sampling cerebrospinal fluids essential in the diagnosis and management of infectious conditions. The second section follows a problem-based approach - how diseases present in the real world - employing practical, symptom and sign-based strategies. Patterns of disease and recognition are emphasised. A detailed discussion of neurological emergencies concludes. Of interest to paediatric neurologists, paediatricians, primary care physicians, and emergency physicians in training and practice. • Specialist authors recognise the needs of nonspecialists and trainees • Key section on examination, history and investigation—the core concepts • Problem-based approach to diagnosis and management • Superb illustrations throughout • Softcover, 352 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 389 colour illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-134-4 £34.95
Burns - A Practical ApproachRobert L. Sheridan, Boston USA March 2011 • The author emphasizes the fundamental surgical, medical and related procedures involved in each stage of burn care, thus enabling the reader to focus on the essentials, and ensure the best outcome for patients. Chapters range from burn physiology, initial care and resuscitation, to wound evaluation and surgical management, respiratory and critical care, rehabilitation, reconstruction and aftercare.The book’s concise visual approach will appeal to all professionals caring for burn patients in acute or recovery phases. It is of special value to those surgeons, physicians, nurses and related professionals in burn and emergency units.The author’s experience is immense and varied at two of the finest burn care organisations, the United States Army’s Institute of Surgical Research, and the Harvard Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Shriners Hospital for Children. • Concise visual approach — appealing to a wide readership • Focuses on the fundamentals for best patient outcomes • Breadth and depth of author experience in adult andpaediatric surgery, in research, teaching and the army. • Hardcover, 128 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 203 colour and b/w illustrations, 27 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-133-7 £50
Acne, Rosacea & Other Facial DermatosesCurrent Diagnosis and TreatmentDavid J. Goldberg, New York, USAAlexander Berlin, Texas, USA April 2011 • Acne, rosacea and sebaceous hyperplasia are very common skin problems that have a medical and cosmetic impact on the daily lives of millions of people. This book covers both the medical and cosmetic treatments of these skin disorders including all clinical aspects of the condition, aetiology, epidemiology, diagnostic challenges, and the latest theories on pathophysiology. Chapters deal with current medical therapeutics and laser treatments available for each of the conditions. In the case of acne, a separate chapter is dedicated to the treatment of acne scarring, a common and frequently psychologically-marring consequence of this common disease. Invaluable to dermatologists in practice and training, to plastic surgeons, general physicians and to all healthcare personnel working in the administration of phototherapy and laser treatment for acne and rosacea. • Analysis of al clinical features from pathophysiology to diagnosis • Full discussion of medical and cosmetic treatments, based on evidence from latest research • Chapter on acne scarring • Illustrations of the highest quality • Hardcover, 128 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 73 colour illustrations, 13 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-150-4 £50
Cutaneous Manifestations of HIV DiseaseClay J. Cockerell, Texas, USAAntoanella Calame, Texas, USA June 2011 • Skin diseases are common problems in patients with HIV infection and AIDS. Patients with HIV infection may present first to the dermatologist or to many other groups of physicians. This book is designed to help dermatologists and nondermatologists alike to recognise the cutaneous manifestations of HIV infection and AIDS so that diagnosis can be made quickly and therapy begun as soon as possible. Latest treatments are described including Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART). While HAART has transformed the lives of patients with HIV and AIDS these medications have side effects and the authors reinforce the warning that HAART is not a cure. The book covers the entire spectrum of HIV associated cutaneous diseases and emphasises how they present in immunocompromised patients. Each entity is discussed in detail including clinical presentation, histopathological findings, morphology and treatment. Text is accompanied by colour photos of the highest quality. • Helps rapid and accurate diagnosis of HIV and AIDS from skin signs • Takes full account of latest treatments and warns against considering them a cure for HIV • Emphasis on morphology, providing several clinical and histopathological images for each condition • Value for dermatologists and non-dermatologists alike • Hardcover, 288 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 188 colour illustrations 17 Tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-142-9 £65
Skin Diseases in the ElderlyA Color HandbookColby Craig Evans, Texas, USAWhitney A. High, Colorado, USA June 2011 • In this new colour handbook the authors deal systematically with those skin conditions that are particular to or more common in the elderly (ranging from eczema and psoriasis to benign lesions and skin cancers) covering testing, diagnosis and treatment options. For environmental or physiological reasons, all such conditions become more prevalent in the elderly and the effects of treatment more problematic. Following an initial chapter on how skin changes with age, the authors discuss in turn inflammatory, neoplastic, infectious and metabolic/ nutritional diseases of the skin, plus skin signs of systemic disease in old age. Written in a concise structured style and illustrated by a wealth of top quality colour photos, this book is intended to help dermatologists in practice and training, geriatricians, primary care physicians, specialist nurses and senior medical students. • Systematic coverage of testing, diagnosis and treatment. • Chapter on how skin changes with age. • Chapter on skin signs of systemic disease. • Concise text plus top quality colour photos • Softcover, 192 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 228 colour illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-154-2 £29.95
Clinician's Desk Reference: DiabetesR. David G. Leslie, London, UKCecilia Lansang, Ohio, USASimon Coppack, London, UKLaurence Kennedy, Ohio, USA June 2011 • Diabetes: Clinician's Desk Reference aims to provide a clear, concise and handy resource for everyday use by practising physicians. The book explains the underlying pathophysiology of the disease, as well as covering in detail all its main forms and complications. Separate chapters consider the range of treatment options, together with summaries of key clinical trials. Coverage also includes epidemiology and classification, as well as diagnosis, screening, limiting risk, and other aspects of disease management and patient care. The book is illustrated throughout by explanatory diagrams, graphs, tables and photos. Useful for physicians, nurses and allied health professionals with an interest in diabetes whether in primary care, in hospitals or in training. As the series title implies each Clinician’s Desk Reference will be a practical resource and a daily aid for physicians in the hospital setting and in primary care. • Concise up-to-date volume, covers all aspects of diabetes: basic science, clinical practice, laboratory analysis • International authorship for a worldwide readership • Illustrated by diagrams, tables and photos • Hardcover, 224 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 175 colour and b/w illustrations, 75 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-158-0 £40
Pediatric Clinical OphthalmologyA Color HandbookLeonard B. Nelson, Philadelphia, USAScott E. Olitsky, Kansas City, USA June 2011 • This clinically oriented volume reviews the signs, symptoms and treatment of common ocular diseases and disorders in infants and children. Ocular disorders are of major significance as they often provide clues to the presence, not only of systemic diseases, but also of other congenital malformations. By means of concise text supported by a wealth of colour illustrations the authors’ aim is to enable the reader to reach a fast and accurate diagnosis, to ensure early treatment which may ultimately prevent the occurrence of further disease.This book is of use to all those who care for affected children, including paediatricians, primary care and emergency physicians, trainee ophthalmologists, optometrists and medical students. • Systematic coverage of testing, diagnosis and treatment. • Covers all common ocular disorders • Concise text plus top quality colour photos • Of use to a wide range of practitioners • Softcover, 320 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 350 illustrations, 32 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-151-1 £39.95
Pediatric RheumatologyA Color HandbookAnn Marie Reed, Rochester, USA Thomas G. Mason II, Rochester, USA June 2011 • Physicians caring for children with rheumatic disease need a varied and highly developed set of clinical skills, including general pediatrics, immunology, musculoskeletal medicine and the management of chronic diseases. With these requirements in mind, the authors of this concise handbook emphasise the most frequently recognised symptom complexes in children. Their initial focus is on musculokeletal diseases that may have multi-organ involvement. They then discuss systemic lupus erythematosis, vasculitis, scleroderma and other auto-inflammatory diseases. Concise text is supported by a wealth of photos and tables. The book is of use to all young doctors/residents in pediatrics, rheumatology and general medicine, to primary care physicians, and all those in related health disciplines caring for children with rheumatic disease. • Authors at a world renowned centre of excellence • Concise text with emphasis on more common conditions • Wealth of top-quality illustrations • Softcover, 192 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 251 colour illustrations, 27 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-157-3 £29.95
Understanding Medical Microbiology TestsJ. Keith Struthers, Birmingham, UKMichael J. Weinbren, Coventry, UKChristopher Taggart, Coventry, UKKjell J. Wiberg, Washington DC, USA June 2011 • The book’s purpose is to help community-based primary care physicians and nurses, and laboratory-based microbiologists, better understand each other’s requirements in collecting and interpreting specimens, and thus to improve the quality of patient care. Focus is on three basic principles: deciding whether a specimen is clinically necessary; how to collect the specimen effectively, and how to interpret the laboratory report. At the beginning of each chapter a case scenario is used to identify critical steps in processing a particular specimen type, followed by quick action guides to assess current practice and implement necessary changes in procedure. The award winning author of Clinical Bacteriology (BMA student book of the year 2005) has brought together a microbiologist, a primary care physician and a specialist in infectious disease, to produce this concise, highly illustrated guide, of value alike to primary care physicians, nurses, microbiologists and students.Authors at a world renowned centre of excellence • Written by and for physicians and microbiologists • Case scenarios highlight critical steps • Quick action guides for day-today practice • Contains a wealth of colour diagrams and photomicrographs • Softcover, 160 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 138 colour illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-159-7 £19.95
VETERINARY 2011
Equine Clinical Medicine, Surgery and ReproductionGraham Munroe, Greenlaw, Scotland, UKScott Weese, Ontario, Canada February 2011 • This major new textbook and reference source, with over 1200 illustrations of the highest quality – colour photographs, radiographic and ultrasound images, and diagrams, covers in a single volume all aspects of equine medicine, surgery and reproduction. The book is system-based, each system introduced with precise information on the relevant basic anatomy and physiology, standard clinical examination techniques and useful differential diagnostic aids. This is followed by diseases and disorders that are pertinent to that system, grouped together either anatomically or based on presenting clinical signs. Each condition is described using consistent headings – definition/overview, aetiology and pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, differential diagnoses, management/treatment, and prognosis. Additional chapters deal with the foal, with wounds and behavioural problems. The focus throughout is on providing clinically relevant information required for practical case management, plus sufficient background on causes and disease processes to enable readers to understand the conditions and the rationale for diagnostic and treatment options. Invaluable as a teaching and training resource for equine specialists, a ready reference for non-specialist practitioners, and a textbook for students in veterinary medicine and related equine courses. • Major new single volume • International editors and authors • System based: basic science, investigations, clinical conditions • Over 1200 top quality illustrations • Hardcover, 1056 pages 280 x 216 mm page size 1,361 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-119-1 £125
Small Animal OphthalmologySelf-Assessment Colour ReviewDon A. Samuelson, Gainesville, USADennis E. Brooks, Gainesville, USA February 2011 • In this volume, the latest in the bestselling series of self-assessment colour reviews, the authors provide systematic coverage of the subject as randomised self-assessment case presentations: integrated questions, superb illustrations, colour photos, imaging, diagrams, tables and detailed explanatory answers. There are 251 illustrated cases and the authors have emphasised the more common ophthalmic conditions presented to veterinarians in practice. The differential diagnoses, examination techniques, and therapies for these ocular conditions are discussed within specific cases. While ophthalmic problems relating to dogs and cats are often similar, this is not always the case. For that reason, the authors have distinguished the canine cases from the feline in the listing of the ‘Broad classification of cases’. The book is designed to appeal to veterinary students preparing for exams, and to veterinary practitioners in their continuing professional development. • Growth area in small animal practice • Randomised but systematic coverage by international author team • Thought provoking self-assessment format • Superb illustrations and detailed explanatory answers • Softcover, 192 pages 210 x 148 mm page size 452 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-145-0 £24.95
Cardiovascular Disease in Small Animal MedicineWendy A. Ware, Iowa, USA February 2011 • The softcover edition of this comprehensive and superbly illustrated book contains key updates to the text and references focused on common cardiovascular diseases and their management, including therapy for congestive heart failure and arrhythmias, reflecting the main developments in cardiology and in practice. Since publication Dr Ware’s authoritative yet user friendly guide to cardiovascular diseases and disorders in the dog and cat has been widely praised. It is richly illustrated throughout by clinical colour photos, imaging and diagrams of the highest quality. Coverage includes evaluation techniques, investigative procedures, diagnosis, medical and surgical management options and methods. • Key topic in small animal medicine • Covers cardiac evaluation techniques, investigation, diagnosis and treatment • Contains superb colour illustrations throughout including high quality radiographs, colour photographs and colour line drawings • Softcover, 396 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 537 colour and b/w illustrations, 68 Tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-153-5 £49.95
Equine Pediatric MedicineWilliam Bernard, Kentucky, USA Bonnie S. Barr, Kentucky, USA March 2011 • A systematic and concise guide to equine paediatric medicine covering aetiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnosis and management. The book is illustrated throughout with photographs, line diagrams and radiographs. • A systematic and concise guide covering aetiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnosis and management • Illustrated throughout with photographs, line diagrams and radiographs • Hardcover, 352 pages 280 x 160 mm page size 600 colour illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-081-1 £95
Feline Infectious DiseasesSelf-Assessment Colour ReviewKatrin Hartmann, Munich, Germany Julie Levy, Gainesville, Florida, USA March 2011 • This new addition to the Veterinary Self-Assessment Colour Review series covers all types of feline infectious diseases. It includes infections caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungi. The 199 clinical cases are presented randomly, as in practice, but the wide range of cases cover infectious diseases which effect all the organ systems of the cat. The illustrated clinical cases contain integrated questions and detailed explanatory answers. The book will appeal to professionals in practice and in universities, and to veterinary students, veterinary nurses and technicians. • Includes all types of feline infectious diseases: viral, bacterial, parasitic and fungal • Problem-oriented self-assessment format • Superb colour illustrations • Softcover, 192 pages 210 x 148 mm page size 275 illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-099-6 £24.95
Wildlife Medicine and RehabilitationSelf-Assessment Colour ReviewAnna Meredith, Edinburgh, Scotland, UKEmma Keeble, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK March 2011 • Veterinarians increasingly encounter wildlife casualties in practice and have a duty of care for the welfare of the animals. This comprehensive and easy-to-use self-assessment book contains some 208 clinical cases with 325 illustrations. It has been compiled by authors with a wide range of experience and expertise in this area.Common conditions seen in wildlife species are covered with cases from Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia. The selection of cases is presented randomly and covers scenarios relevant to most readers.The book is of use to veterinarians in practice and training and to those working directly with wildlife who wish to expand their knowledge in this field. • Growth area in small animal practice • Randomised but systematic coverage by international authorteam • Thought provoking self-assessment format • Superb illustrations and detailed explanatory answers • Softcover, 240 pages 210 x 148 mm page size 325 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-146-7 £24.95
Physical Therapy and Massage for the DogJulia Robertson, West Sussex, UKAndy Mead, West Sussex, UK March 2011 • Interest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs, as pets and as sporting animals. In this book the authors are concerned with the prevention, management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments, treatment programmes that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans. Following succinct discussion of the relevant canine anatomy and physiology, the authors provide chapters on each of the key topics: movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; and common relevant pathologies affecting dogs. Of interest to all those involved in canine welfare including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, dog owners and dog trainers. • Includes Case studies • Sequential photos depicting movement • Detailed diagrams • Hardcover, 192 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 210 colour photographs and drawings 16 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-144-3 £24.95
Cattle MedicinePhilip R. Scott, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.Colin D. Penny, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.Alastair McCrae, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK March 2011 • Using a large number of unique high quality images, the important diseases of cattle encountered by veterinarians in general and farm animal practice are described here. The book covers diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and control. Wherever possible sequential images are used to take the reader through all stages of the disease process highlighting clinical features important in the diagnosis. Arranged by body system and where appropriate with a suggested approach to clinical examination. Includes Case studies The authors combine their experience of bovine medicine and surgery from working in general practice, and in teaching and research at a university referral hospital. A reference for veterinary educators and practitioners in farm animal medicine, and a textbook for veterinary students in their clinical years. • Covers diagnosis and treatment, prognosis and control • Chapters arranged by body system and includes approaches to clinical examination • Unique high quality photographs, many arranged sequentially to reflect the stages of the disease process • Combined experience of authors in universities teaching and research, and in farm animal practice • Hardcover, 352 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 799 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-127-6 £85
Horse SensesSusan McBane, UK. May 2011 • Horses perceive the world differently from humans because their senses developed differently through evolution to cope with different ways of living and surviving. Horses are essentially prey/flight animals. The horse’s senses therefore determine how the world appears to him and how he reacts to it. As the horse’s perception and understanding are very different to ours sometimes their reaction to events and their surroundings seem strange to us. In this book the author compares the horses sensory organs with those of humans. The five senses are covered; each section explains how the horse's sense works and then this is related to care, behaviour and riding, explaining why some practices are appropriate and why some are not. The behavioural aspect of dealing with horses is emphasised throughout. Useful for all horse owners, horse breeders and trainers who wish to gain a better understanding of how the horse’s senses function, and for veterinary students and practitioners. • The author explains how the five senses define the horse’s perception of the world and how they are very different from our own. • The senses are related to care of the horse, behaviour and riding • The behavioural aspect of dealing with horses is emphasised • Hardcover, 160 pages 234 x 156 mm page size 103 photos and line drawings ISBN: 978-1-84076-080-4 £19.95
Small Animal Neurological EmergenciesSimon Platt, Athens, Georgia, USALaurent Garosi, Higham Gobion, UK September 2011 • This new book deals systematically with the assessment and treatment of small animal neurological patients in light of latest research findings and greatly improved imaging techniques. The authors first discuss neurological and systemic approaches to emergency cases—examination, critical care and rapid assessment based on presenting signs. They then deal in depth with the pathophysiology, treatment options and likely prognoses of each of the more common types of neurological emergency, be it vascular accident, infection, trauma, seizure, acute disease or neoplasia. Detailed support techniques and therapies are provided on emergency anaesthesia, pain management, fluid therapy, post-operative care and physical rehabilitation. An invaluable resource for veterinary practitioners and students, and to neurological residents and specialists. • Outstanding array of expert authors • Focus on rapid assessment based on presenting signs • In depth coverage of each type of neurological emergency • Superb illustrations including latest imaging techniques. • Hardcover, 528 pages 260 x 194 mm page size 430 colour illustrations, 134 tablles ISBN: 978-1-84076-152-8 £125
SCIENCE 2011
Geomaterials under the Microscope A Colour GuideBuilding stone, roofing slate, aggregate, concrete, mortar, plaster, bricks, ceramics and bituminous mixturesJeremy Ingham, UK January 2011 • Geomaterials are of enormous economic importance to the global construction industry. This is the first comprehensive guide to the petrography of geomaterials, making the petrographers specialist knowledge available to practitioners, educators and students worldwide interested in modern and historic construction materials, be they microscopists or in the fields of geology, architechture, surveying, engineering, construction, archaeology, conservation, materials science and forensic science. An introductory chapter provides an overview of geomaterials practice and a state-of-the-art review of petrographic techniques. Each of the subsequent chapters covers a different group of construction materials and includes an explanation of their history, manufacture and use in construction. Readership: Practitioners, educators and students in Petrography, Microscopy, Geology, Surveying, Engineering, Archaeology, Conservation, Architecture, Materials science and Forensic science. • First comprehensive guide to the petrography of geomaterials. • Worldwide value to all nterested in modern and historic construction materials. • Top quality colour photomicrographs and concise explanatory text. • Hardcover, 192 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 365 colour photos, 26 tables ISBN: 978-1-84076-132-0 £50
Biological Control in Plant ProtectionA Colour Handbook - 2nd editionNeil Helyer, Littlehampton, UKNigel D. Cattlin (Photographer), UK May 2011 • This colour handbook, now updated for a second edition, is designed to help the reader anticipate and recognise specific problems of pest management and then resolve them using the natural enemies of pests – insects, mites and diseases. The authors have added descriptions of 11 new biological control agents and have revised the text throughout. The second edition also includes a new chapter on the practice and application of biological control. The impact of predator-prey relationships on host plant species in arable, orchard and protected environments is described, and the main sections of the book include profiles of pests, beneficial species and entomopathogens, featuring a tabular pest identification guide and concise text dealing with species characteristics, life cycle, damage symptoms, plant/pest associations and their influence on growing practices. Illustrated throughout with colour photographs of the highest quality. A valuable reference guide for professional, academic and lay readers – growers, farmers, consultants, scientists and students. • World wide coverage of all the major planting environments; Arable, Orchard, and Protected • Superb colour photographs of predator, parasite and pest species • Accessible, practical format for use in the field, office and laboratory • Section of practical tips for gardeners • Hardcover, 160 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 385 colour and b/w illustrations ISBN: 978-1-84076-117-7 £29.95
Evolution of Fossil Ecosystems2nd editionPaul Selden, Kansas, USAJohn Nudds, Manchester, UK June 2011 • The first edition of this book was widely praised for its coverage and approach. The authors have now updated this beautifully illustrated text and added 6 new chapters with many new colour illustrations. Following a general introduction to fossil Lagerstätten, each chapter deals with a single fossil site and follows the same format: its evolutionary position and significance; its background sedimentology, stratigraphy and palaoenvironment; a description of the biota and palaeoecology, and a comparison with other similar Lagerstätten. There is an appendix of further reading, relevant museums and suggestions for visiting the sites. This study of exceptionally well-preserved fossil sites from different periods in geological time provides a picture of the evolution of ecosystems down the ages. Invaluable to a wide range of students and professionals in palaeontology and related sciences, and to amateur enthusiasts. • Fully updated text, 6 new chapters and many new colour illustrations • Unique coverage: contains succinct summaries of most of the better known fossil Lagerstätten, primarily for student use • Worldwide examples and applicability • Useful appendices listing museums to visit, how to visit the sites and additional reading • Superb colour photographs and drawings • ISBN: 978-1-84076-160-3 Softcover 224 pages 261 x 194 mm page size 460 colour illustrations 24.95