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Arguing About Law
Kavanagh, A (University of Leicester) & Oberdiek, J (eds)
Routledge
9780415462426, 2008, £24.99

Arguing about Law introduces philosophy of law in an accessible and engaging way. The reader covers a wide range of topics, from general jurisprudence, law, the state and the individual, to topics in normative legal theory, as well as the theoretical foundations of public and private law. In addition to including many classics, Arguing About Law also includes both non-traditional selections, and discussion of timely topical issues like the legal dimension of the war on terror.

The editors provide lucid introductions to each section in which they give an overview of the debate and outline the arguments of the papers, helping the student get to grips with both the classic and core arguments and emerging debates in: the nature of law, legality and morality, the rule of law, the duty to obey the law, legal, enforcement of sexual morality, the nature of rights, rights in an age of terror, constitutional theory and tort theory. 

Arguing About Law is an inventive and stimulating reader for students new to philosophy of law, legal theory and jurisprudence.

Valuing Historic Environments

Gibson, L (University of Leicester) & Pendlebury, J (eds)

Ashgate

ISBN : 9780754674245, 2009, £55.00 (Hardcover)

This volume brings together an interdisciplinary team of leading scholars to discuss frameworks of value in relation to the preservation of historic environments. Starting from the premise that heritage values are culturally and historically constructed, the book examines the effects of pluralist frameworks of value on how preservation is conceived. It questions the social and economic consequences of constructions of value and how to balance a responsive, democratic conception of heritage with the pressure to deliver on social and economic objectives. It also describes the practicalities of managing the uncertainty and fluidity of the widely varying conceptions of heritage.

SAQs, MCQs, EMQs and OSCEs for MRCOG Part 2: A comprehensive guide. 2nd Edition
Konje , J (University of Leicester)

Hodder Arnold

ISBN: 9780340941683, 2009, £29.99

This book established itself in its first edition as the definitive 'one-stop-shop' revision aid; the only one available to encompass all elements of the MRCOG Part 2 examination in a single volume. Now incorporating practice EMQs as well as the standard question types, this second edition will ensure that it retains its place on the 'must-have' list for every candidate preparing for this exam.

Concentrating on testing the candidate's theoretical and practical knowledge as recommended in the current MRCOG syllabus, the book tests the trainee with questions in obstetrics and gynaecology and those aspects of medicine, surgery and paediatrics relevant to the practice of both.

Throughout, questions have been designed to test factual knowledge and understanding, problem-solving ability, and clinical and communication skills.

Managing & Shaping Innovation

Conway, S (University of Leicester) & Steward, F

Oxford University Press

ISBN : 9780199262267, 2009, £34.99

Managing and Shaping Innovation enables students to understand the theories of innovation and to appreciate technological change and the management of innovation in organisations. The presentation and discussion of the theory and research in the book equips the reader with a solid academic underpinning and the illustration and cases in each chapter apply the theory in a real world context. The broad coverage includes the typical topics found on innovation management modules and also gives explicit attention to developing areas such as social networking. The network perspective included in the text is just one example of the analytical approach the authors take. Online Resource Centre For lecturers: Instructor's manual PowerPoint slides.

Evolution: The First Four Billion Years

Ruse, M. & Travis, J (eds)

Harvard University Press

ISBN : 9780674031753 , 2009, £25.95

This book presents evolutionary science as a modern, dynamic discipline and allows the reader to explore evolution according to his or her interests and background. The reader who wishes to be immersed in the science can focus on the major scientific themes, while the reader who is interested in intellectual history and influence of the subject away from science can enter through a separate set of essays. A reader interested in very specific topics or historical figures can find the appropriate entries, along with essays on related topics. Our goal was to provide an exciting and compelling introduction to evolution along with a basic reference work that could point the way toward a deeper study of individual issues. The essays include bibliographies, which serve as guides to further and deeper reading. The essays in this book show not only how far we have come but where the scientific horizons lie and how we might move toward those horizons.

Dermatology: Fundamentals of Practice

Robin G. (University of Leicester) et al

Mosby

ISBN : 9780723434474 , 2008, £39.99

Endorsed by the Royal College of General Practitioners, London, for postgraduate dermatology training, Dermatology: Fundamentals of Practice helps with the diagnosis of skin symptoms using history, examination, incremental investigations and referral. Side effects of common medicines, treatments, and the social and psychological impact of skin problems are covered. The book also gives advice regarding the successful co-ordination of care with other primary care health professionals, dermatologists and other appropriate specialists, promotes patients' skin well-being, and helps physicians empower patients to look after their own health and manage the effects of their conditions.

The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing (Hardcover)
Richard Dawkins (Editor)

Oxford University Press

ISBN : 9780199216802, 2008, £20.00

Selected and introduced by Richard Dawkins, The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing is a celebration of the finest writing by scientists for a wider audience - revealing that many of the best scientists have displayed as much imagination and skill with the pen as they have in the laboratory. This is a rich and vibrant collection that captures the poetry and excitement of communicating scientific understanding and scientific effort from 1900 to the present day.

Professor Dawkins has included writing from a diverse range of scientists, some of whom need no introduction, and some of whose works have become modern classics, while others may be less familiar - but all convey the passion of great scientists writing about their science.

Rohen's Photographic Anatomy Flash Cards

Rohen, J. W.

Lippincott

ISBN : 9780781778350, 2008, £19.95

This set of 220 flash cards is based on the images in Color Atlas of Anatomy: A Photographic Study of the Human Body, 6th Edition. This is the only gross anatomy flash card set that includes full-color photographs of actual cadaver dissections. The photographs realistically depict anatomic structures as seen on the cadaver, allowing students to prepare for lab dissections and study for practical laboratory exams.

On the front of each card is an image with key structures labeled. On the back of each card are hints to help identify the structure and relevant clinical pearls.

1000 Questions & Answers from Clinical Medicine

Kumar, P & Clark, M

Saunders

ISBN : 9780702028861, 2008, £17.99

What causes hypertension in children? Is it common for epileptic patients to have post-ictal vomiting? If so, how often does this occur? Why is the incidence of parkinsonism less common in smokers? What is the role of urine examination in diabetic control? Where do you turn to when you have a difficult medical question that needs answering?

The "Ask the Author" online feature from the best-selling textbook Kumar & Clarks Clinical Medicine has collected a wealth of questions and comments directly from medical students and doctors about topics that are of particular interest or difficulty to them. Kumar and Clark have brought together over 1000 of the questions they have been asked along with their answers.

It will appeal to the many fans of Kumar & Clark, from first-year students to practising doctors, and will provide a useful and interesting sounding board for self assessment and progress tracking. This unique book will provide you with a quick and easy way to discover the answers to your own medical questions!

Muir's Textbook of Pathology, 14th Edition

Levison, D et al

Hodder Arnold
ISBN: 9780340740620, 2008, £39.99

First published in 1924, Muir’s Textbook of Pathology has set a standard in this subject by linking the scientific aspects that underlie pathological processes, relating these to pathological changes specific to the various organ systems, and placing all in context for students of clinical medicine and surgery. Subsequent editions have retained this popular approach, while introducing novel concepts and taking into account the evolution in the teaching of general pathology that has occurred.

This fully-revised fourteenth edition will ensure that the title retains its pre-eminence in the field with a clearly defined and easy-to-follow structure, new photographs and explanatory line diagrams, all in full colour, and applicability to both systems-based and problem-based undergraduate courses. Focusing on core material without neglecting up-to-the-minute detail, this book is a key text for students, but also has significant appeal for pathology trainees.

Surgical Finals: Short Cases with Structured Answers. 3rd Edition

Visvanathan, R et al

PasTest

ISBN : 9781905635344 , 2008, £17.99

Are you anxious about your exams? Do you start to panic that you might need more practice answering questions? If so, Surgical Finals: Short Cases with Structured Answers will give you essential revision of popular core cases. The questions will test your problem-solving and decision-making skills in a structured and objective way.

The key features include: a new chapter on Intensive Care and Anaesthesia; contains expanded teaching notes with each answer to help the reader clearly understand the subject matter; questions are designed to test problem-solving and decision-making skills; balanced selection of core surgical cases giving students an invaluable method of self assessment; and revision checklist to track progress and plan revision.

This revised and updated title from PasTest is the new edition of the best-selling Surgical Finals: Structured Answer and Essay Questions.

Children & Separation : Socio-genealogical Connectedness Perspective

Kwame Owusu-Bempah : A Reader in Psychology at the University of Leicester.

Routledge
ISBN : 978-0415342124, 2007, £29.95

This book explores the premise that a proper understanding of the complex inner world of modern day separated children and their psycho-social development requires a shift in focus or emphasis. It presents the notion of socio-genealogical connectedness as a new theoretical framework for studying and promoting these children's growth and development. This new theory simultaneously challenges and complements existing notions of psycho-social development, including attachment theory and Erikson's psycho-social theory of personality development.

Owusu-Bempah proposes that this sense of socio-genealogical connectedness is an essential factor in children's adjustment to separation and their emotional and mental health; much like those adopted, separated children suffer a loss of genealogical continuity, and hence, loss of 'self'. This hypothesis is discussed and ultimately supported through both the author's own research and a broad selection of theoretical and empirical material from other areas.

McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy.

6th Edition (Includes DVD)

Abrahams, P et al

Mosby

ISBN : 9780323036054 , 2008, £41.99

This title helps you map out all of the key structures of the human body with examples of real human dissections...and easily place them in a clinical context!

This popular atlas incorporates an unrivalled collection of cadaveric, osteological, and clinical images with surface anatomy models, interpretive drawings, orientational diagrams, and diagnostic images emphasising a well-rounded visual perspective of a real human body as seen by modern doctors.

The 6th Edition offers new endoscopic images, 250 new dissection photos (including eight pages of new dissections on lymphatics), and 300 new clinical thumbnails. A bonus DVD - new to this edition - includes 1,000 additional photos not found in the text, as well as questions and answers that accompany each section from the book.