How much do we really know about the species that make up the natural world? In this fascinating book Ken Thompson explains what we do and don\'t understand about biodiversity. We know that most species remain undiscovered, and that biodiversity is gravely threatened - by overfishing, habitat loss, pollution and climate change. Life on Earth has previously experienced five episodes of mass extinction,

Does this sound like you?Food will make me fat. My body should be perfect. I am ashamed of how I eat. I am not in control of my body. I am only lovable when I\'m thin. Eating is the only pleasure I have in life.An unhealthy relationship with food, weight, and body image can cause scores of irrational beliefs--beliefs that will affect every aspect of your life. The Rules of \"Normal\" Eating targets

In &i>Gonzo Capitalism&/i>, &i>New York Times&/i> bestselling author Chris Guillebeau explores the unconventional ways to make it big in todays turbulent

Exeter is one of the oldest cities in Britain. It was an inhabited place some two hundred years before the Romans came, and people have lived here without a break for more than two thousand years. The High Street has been in continuous use as a thoroughfare throughout that long period. For centuries Exeter was one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the kingdom and has always been the Mother-City

Hop into spring with this adorable board book twist on the classic children\'s song \"I\'m a Little Teapot!\" I\'m a little bunny, look at me! I bounce and I hop so happily. With sweet bunnies and other friendly animals, this springtime story is perfect for parents and young ones

Focusing on the essential information you need to know for the most commonly encountered problems in outpatient internal medicine, this practical volume in the Washington Manual(R) series provides concise, high-yield content that reflects today\'s advances in patient evaluation and management. In one convenient, portable resource, you\'ll find complete coverage of everything from hypertension and diabetes

\'A clear, concise, easy-to-read account of the issues between sex, gender and feminism . . . an important book\' Evening Standard \'A call for cool heads at a time of great heat and a vital reminder that revolutions don\'t always end well\' Sunday Times Material Girls is a timely and trenchant critique of the influential theory that we all have an inner feeling known as a gender identity, and that

\"This work of Froebel admits us into his philosophy, and shows us the fundamental principles upon which he based the kindergarten system. His great word is inner connection. There must be an inner connection between the pupil\'s mind and the objects which he studies, and this shall determine what to study. There must be an inner connection in those objects among themselves which determines their succession

The definitive reference for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of small animal infections, Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat, 4th Edition delivers current, comprehensive information essential to the management of infectious diseases caused by viruses, rickettsiae, chlamydiae, mycoplasmas, bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, and unknown agents. Each section guides you through diagnostic testing

Knitting is a relaxing and therapeutic pastime, and this winning combination focuses on mindfulness and the perfect stress-busting knitting projects. Whether you choose a portable project to knit on the go, a group project to do with friends, or one that introduces new skills to stimulate a creative mind, this book is the perfect path to keeping calm. The book is aimed at beginners as well as more

This study will enable readers to gain clearer understanding of the life and major works of Seamus Heaney. It considers literary influences on Heaney, ranging from English poets such as Wordsworth, Hughes, and Auden to Irish poets such as Kavanagh and Yeats to world poets such as Virgil and

Alongside Earnest, discover a biblical tragedy retold, Lady Windemere and her infamous fan and Wilde\'s take on an ideal husband, in this

Inspiration and practical tips for runners who prioritize enjoyment over pace and embrace their place as an \"average\" runnerIn her first book, popular runner blogger Amanda Brooks lays out the path to finding greater fulfillment in running for those who consider themselves \"middle of the pack runners\" -- they\'re not trying to win Boston (or even qualify for Boston); they just want to get strong

In this incisive new book, Megan Brankley Abbas argues that the Western university has emerged as a significant space for producing Islamic knowledge and Muslim religious authority. For generations, Indonesia\'s foremost Muslim leaders received their educations in Middle Eastern madrasas or the archipelago\'s own Islamic schools. Starting in the mid-twentieth century, however, growing numbers traveled

Written by Cara Flanagan, the UK\'s most trusted author for A Level Psychology. // Whether you are aiming for an A* or a C this guide is a friend to keep with you from the start to the end of your

Have you ever been thrust into a surprising place of leadership? Are you looking for a mentor who has had similar experiences?Ebony S. Small is a young leader with a wealth of experience in both churches and organizations. She\'s got practical and biblical wisdom to offer whether you are just starting or are looking for a fresh start in your life and leadership. Every life experience--good, bad, or

A perfect and portable way to succeed on your surgery rotation and the shelf exam Surgery: PreTest Self-Assessment & Review is a targeted way to prepare for the surgery clerkship. You\'ll find hundreds of questions that cover the content you\'ll encounter on the actual shelf exam. The range of question topics covers the clerkship\'s core competencies and each question includes high yield explanations

I can\'t believe we\'re arguing over a Blue RibandI can\'t believe we\'re stuck down a mine.Yet here we are 3rd May 1979, South Wales. Thatcher is counting her votes, Sid Vicious is spinning in his grave, and six Welsh miners are trapped down a coal mine. Within two weeks everything these men believe in and everything they know will have changed. A darkly comic drama looking at the dramatic two weeks