Adrian Thomas has long held a profound fascination with the natural world and its preservation. For over eight years, he has dedicated his work to the RSPB, where his role in the South-east region involves communicating the charity's conservation mission through media engagement and interpreting wildlife for visitors to their reserves. His personal passion for gardening ignited about a decade ago upon acquiring his first private plot, which has since served as an experimental ground for his horticultural ideas.
Focusing on the evolution of radiological sciences, this book delves into Röntgen's groundbreaking discovery and its initial impact, followed by the formative years of radiology leading to its classical phase. It highlights the 1970s as a pivotal decade, detailing advancements in CT, MRI, and interventional radiology. The narrative is crafted to engage not only professionals in the field but also the general public and historians interested in the intersections of medicine and science.
This book tells the story of Irish sisters Edith and Florence Stoney, pioneers in electromedical technologies like X-rays. It explores their upbringing, family challenges during Irish independence, and professional experiences amid the suffragist movement. Their close bond and wartime contributions highlight their remarkable journey.
The first ever RSPB-endorsed audio and print guide to enjoying and understanding the birdsong of Britain's best known bird species. Birdsong is one of the greatest and most accessible wildlife pleasures that people can experience, even in urban areas. This brand new book and accompanying CD will help people identify a range of common and charismatic British birds by sound Birdsong is one of the most powerful means of connecting people with nature. Wild sounds in nature have the power to lift people's spirits; they have inspired poets and composers and can evoke time, place and season. Wild sounds can also carry powerful conservation messages--the reduction in birdsong in our countryside is a potent signal and a symbol of the loss of nature. The reality, however, is that many people don't understand or recognize what they are listening to in nature. This beautiful, full-color book and narrated CD of brand new recordings will help people to learn about the sounds and calls of the commonest birds in Britain, and reveal when and why birds make these sounds.
A fully updated and expanded edition of the award-winning book that explodes the myth that wildlife gardens have to be wild.
Ian Thomas is beloved around the world as the singer/songwriter of such smash hits as Painted Ladies; Hold On, and Right Before Your Eyes, along with hits written for Santana, Chicago, Manfred Mann and America. Now the creative force that gave us so many classic hit songs has turned to novel writing - and what a novel: Bequest tells the story of a Canadian-American university professor beset with visions of dire things past, present and future; of death and tragedy and dark secrets hidden in the American countryside. Thomas breathes life into his characters and keeps heart rates soaring as he skilfully takes the plot through unexpected twists and turns and masterfully builds tension to the breaking point. "I couldn't put the damn thing down... tightly crafted... lots of pithy observations on life, sexual relations, ethics, morality and politics... action-packed and fast-moving - I wish I owned the movie rights - enjoy the ride!" - From the Foreword by Murray McLauchlan
The book reproduces the classic papers that form the foundation of modern diagnostic and interventional radiology. Radiology has changed almost beyond recognition in the past 40 years and is now central to the practice of modern medicine. We now have non-invasive diagnosis and minimally invasive imaging-guided therapy. Whilst we are all aware of the great names in radiology they are often only names, and the papers are famous but may be difficult to locate. This book brings together in a single and convenient volume the classics of our modern practice of radiology. The choice is obviously personal, but we feel that these papers have stood the test of time. Each paper is reproduced in its original format, with the original references and illustrations, and its significance is discussed. The papers are accompanied by biographical sketches of the key pioneers, and each relevant section includes an introductory essay on the history of the imaging modality discussed.
Focusing on the achievements and legacies of the top athletes, this book offers concise biographies and statistics of the 100 greatest players from various sports teams and clubs. It highlights their contributions to the game, showcasing their skills and impact on their respective sports, making it a valuable resource for fans and sports enthusiasts alike.
Focusing on the life and works of Polish composer Henryk Gorecki, this comprehensive study explores his rise to fame, particularly through his Third Symphony. The author, a dedicated admirer of Gorecki's music, examines a range of compositions, from large orchestral scores to choral pieces and folk arrangements. Drawing from interviews and unpublished materials, the book highlights Gorecki's role in the Polish avant-garde and his embrace of traditional folk and church music. It also features a complete list of his works and a select bibliography.