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Medicine: general issues
Brutes or Angels: Human Possibility in the Age of Biotechnology
Professor Emeritus James T. Bradley Ph.D.
Hardcover. A guide to the rapidly progressing Age of Biotechnology, "Brutes or Angels" provides basic information on a wide array of new technologies in the life sciences, along with the ethical issues raised by each. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: MBDC; TCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University Alabama Press
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817317881
- ISBN
- 9780817317881
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 31.70
€ 35.99
€ 31.70
Hardcover. Addresses what happens when scientists, patients, and advocates are called to defend themselves in public concerning complex technical matters with direct implications for human life. Sheds light on the challenges faced by scientists and citizens as science becomes more bureaucratized, dispersed, and accountable to varied publics. Series Editor(s): Lucaites, John Louis. Series: Rhetoric, Culture & Social Critique. Num Pages: 320 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 517.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Alabama Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817317041
- ISBN
- 9780817317041
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.45
€ 52.45
Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH; JFFJ; JFSL; MBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816699964
- ISBN
- 9780816699964
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.67
€ 35.67
Paperback. Presents the key findings from the survey, "Midlife in the US" (MIDUS) conducted by the MacArthur Foundation, on physical health, quality of life and psychological well-being, and the contexts of midlife. This study measures not only health - the absence of illness - but also reports on the presence of wellness in middle-aged Americans. Editor(s): Brim, Orville Gilbert; Ryff, Carol D.; Kessler, Ronald C. Series: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Series on Successful Midlife Development. Num Pages: 688 pages, 74 figures, 104 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSP3; JM; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 181 x 37. Weight in Grams: 900.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 688
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226074771
- ISBN
- 9780226074771
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 64.46
€ 64.46
Paperback. Num Pages: 309 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADS; GBC; MB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 184 x 117 x 28. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of Arizona Press
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816521555
- ISBN
- 9780816521555
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.85
€ 33.85
Paperback. This text documents how the work of everyday life in a nursing home is accomplished. After several months as a participant-observer, taking part in activities from menial work to acting as gerontologist at staff meetings, the author produced this study of the social organization of care. Series: Age Studies. Num Pages: 221 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; J; MBN; MQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 162 x 16. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press
- Edition
- Expanded
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813917771
- ISBN
- 9780813917771
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.29
€ 37.29
Paperback. During the 16th century close to 30 German dukes, landgraves, margraves and counts, plus one Holy Roman emperor, were known as mad - so mentally disordered that steps had to be taken to remove them from office or to obtain medical care for them. This book studies them as a group and in context. Series: Studies in Early Modern German History. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JB; HBTB; JFC; MBX; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 378.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813915012
- ISBN
- 9780813915012
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.97
€ 36.97
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNS; MJC; PSVL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813571430
- ISBN
- 9780813571430
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.90
€ 44.90
Paperback. Num Pages: 230 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JKSM; MBPK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 167 x 13. Weight in Grams: 348.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813571423
- ISBN
- 9780813571423
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.28
€ 47.28
Hardcover. Series: Critical Issues in Health and Medicine. Num Pages: 272 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813562407
- ISBN
- 9780813562407
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 168.12
€ 168.12
Paperback. Explores the uneven impact of chronic illness and disability on individuals, families, and communities in diverse local and global settings. Editor(s): Manderson, Lenore; Smith-Morris, Carolyn. Series Editor(s): Marshall, Mac. Series: Studies in Medical Anthropology. Num Pages: 336 pages, 5 figures. BIC Classification: JHM; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813547473
- ISBN
- 9780813547473
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.47
€ 57.47
Paperback. When it was first developed, the cochlear implant was hailed as a 'miracle cure' for deafness. That relatively few deaf adults seemed to want it was puzzling. Part ethnography and part historical study, this title is based on interviews with researchers who were pivotal in the early development and implementation of the new technology. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: MBX; MJPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813546605
- ISBN
- 9780813546605
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.25
€ 54.25
Paperback. With the completion of the sequencing of the human genome in 2001, the debate over the existence of a biological basis for race has been revived. This volume examines social, political, and ethical concerns that are attached to how we think about emerging technologies and their impact on conceptions of race and identity. Editor(s): Richardson, Sarah. Series Editor(s): Marshall, Mac. Series: Studies in Medical Anthropology. Num Pages: 394 pages, 9 photographs. BIC Classification: JFFJ; JFSL; MB; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813543246
- ISBN
- 9780813543246
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.70
€ 55.70
Paperback. Through a detailed study of the attempt to provide modern contraception in the community of Cite Soleil, this book demonstrates the complex interplay between local and global politics that so often thwarts well-intended policy initiatives. It argues that we too easily overlook the political dynamics that shape choices about family planning. Series: Studies in Medical Anthropology. Num Pages: 248 pages, 11 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KJH; MBNH4; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813538549
- ISBN
- 9780813538549
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.64
€ 48.64
Paperback. In this text, poet and practicing oncologist Marc J. Straus, addresses the hopes and the tragedies of his medical profession through poetry. The work is both a commentary on the poet's experience in the medical field and a collection of monologues written from the patient's point of view. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 2ABM; DCF; MB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 7. Weight in Grams: 122.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Triquarterly
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810150973
- ISBN
- 9780810150973
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.42
€ 18.99
€ 17.42
Hardcover. In this text, poet and practicing oncologist Marc J. Straus, addresses the hopes and the tragedies of his medical profession through poetry. The work is both a commentary on the poet's experience in the medical field and a collection of monologues written from the patient's point of view. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 2ABM; DCF; MB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 213.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Triquarterly
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810150966
- ISBN
- 9780810150966
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.84
€ 52.84
Paperback. Num Pages: 328 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: CFG; GTC; MBN; MJCJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Southern Illinois University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780809333196
- ISBN
- 9780809333196
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.34
€ 50.34
Hardcover. Num Pages: 136 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; BGH; JPHL; MBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 18. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Southern Illinois University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780809331949
- ISBN
- 9780809331949
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 22.19
€ 25.99
€ 22.19
Paperback. A reasoned, passionate, and wide-ranging enquiry into the euthanasia debate and its consequences for individuals and society. Num Pages: 470 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFFH; MBDC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 29. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- McGill-Queen's University Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 470
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780773543768
- ISBN
- 9780773543768
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.33
€ 41.33
Paperback. Restless, dynamic, conflicted, a surgeon, an artist, and a writer, Norman Bethune was an extraordinary Canadian. Brilliant, yet erratic, Bethune's life was characterized by cycles of achievement and self-destruction and his adventurous spirit led him from the operating rooms of Montreal to the battlegrounds of Spain and China. Num Pages: 496 pages, 77 photos. BIC Classification: 1KBC; BGT; MBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 247 x 31. Weight in Grams: 814.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- McGill-Queen's University Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780773540811
- ISBN
- 9780773540811
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.94
€ 38.94
Hardback. Series: The Culture and Politics of Health Care Work. Num Pages: 264 pages, 2 figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBDP; MBP; MJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2020
- Publisher
- Cornell University Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781501702778
- ISBN
- 9781501702778
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.86
€ 38.86
Paperback. Even when effective treatments become available, efforts to control disease often fall short. Written to improve the prospects for managing AIDS, this work draws on previous large-scale public health initiatives to show how management effectiveness can meet threats to public health. Series: Studies in Government and Public Policy. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; MBN; MBPM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Univ Pr of Kansas
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780700610235
- ISBN
- 9780700610235
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.68
€ 35.68
Hardcover. Tracing how the meanings of a barbaric surgical procedure emerged, accrued, and transformed within medicine and public culture in the U.S. Series: Corporealities: Discourses of Disability. Num Pages: 248 pages, 6 illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSM; MBX; MNN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of Michigan Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780472119448
- ISBN
- 9780472119448
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 79.94
€ 79.94
Hardcover. An honest and insightful reflection on lessons learned about primary care from a life as a small town doctor Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGT; MBD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University of Michigan Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780472118656
- ISBN
- 9780472118656
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 26.55
€ 30.99
€ 26.55