BOOK REVIEWS: 25 DEC - 30 DEC 2006

1) Readers Digest, action guide of \"What to do in an emergency\"
Every emergency demands urgent action. Even seconds can mean the difference between minor & major damage. The book is a guide to help one to cope with emergencies in and around home; even between life and death. The book has essential information needed for taking immediate action. Additional details about all of the emergencies dealt with are given in this book.
Publishers: Reader\'s Digest Action Guide No. of pages: 354 pages
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2) Stress and Relaxation
The book deals with self-help ways, to cope with stress and relieve nervous tension, ulcers, insomnia, migraine and high blood pressure and even nervous breakdown which can often be relieved by learning to relax. The book also contains over 50 color and 100 black and white photographs.
Authors: Madders Jane Publishers: P.G. Publishing Pte Ltd. Date of Publication: 1983 No. of pages: 126 pages
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3) Rand Mcnally Atlas of the Body and Mind
The book is an account of man\'s knowledge of himself. The complexity and beauty of the human machine, are presented in a new and imaginative way. The book also contains four hundred photographs & illustrations, and a comprehensive text to map the elaborate interactions of the mind and body. i.e. from the workings of the simplest cell & the integrated major body systems to psychological functions, such as intelligence, memory and emotions.
Authors: Mcnally Rand & Company Publishers: Rand McNally and Co. Date of Publication: 1976 No. of pages: 208 pages
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4) The MERCK manual of medical information
The Merck manual, home edition contains virtually all of the information contained in the physician\'s version with an easy to understand everyday language. It provides an indepth information for almost all medical problems. It also contains a detailed discussion of prescription and over the counter medications, an appendix of resources for help and information & a detailed index.
Publishers: Pocket Books Date of Publication: 1997 No. of pages: 1620
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5) Stop Aging Now!
The book reveals the latest scientific findings on the subject and advises on which anti aging substances one needs and in what dosages to stay as young for as long as possible. It is based on cutting-edge research and reveals the amazing anti-aging powers of supplements, herbs and food.
Authors: Carper Jean Publishers: Harper Collins Date of Publication: 1995 No. of pages: 354 Pages
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6) Stay young , longer naturally�The natural anti aging plan
The book deals with all the effective complementary and orthodox therapies for preventing and treating age related conditions, including nutrition, herbs, Chi kung, yoga, Tai chi, meditation, and aromatherapy, massage, affirmations, positive thinking and brain \"Spring cleaning\" exercises. The book specializes in natural alternatives and western and eastern concepts of longevity, anti aging strategies, and proven treatments for age related conditions.
Authors: Kyriazis Marios Dr. Publishers: Vega Date of Publication: 2001 No. of pages: 296 Pages
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7) Overcoming anxiety,panic,and depression
The book clearly defines and clarifies the common forms of anxiety, panic,and depression. One can learn the difference between specific & social phobias between panic and generalized anxiety disorder and much more. The book helps readers understand what they will be discussing with their doctors,and how they can glimpse a new, less stressful level of existence.
Authors: Gardner James and Bell Arthur H Publishers: Viva Books Pvt.Ltd. Date of Publication: 2003 No. of pages: 223 Pages
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8) The heart of addiction
The book helps in understanding how addictions work, and how people can master their own addictive behaviours. It presents a radical approach to understanding and harnessing the emotional forces that drive addictions.
Authors: Dodes Lance Publishers: Harper Collins Date of Publication: 2002 No. of pages: 257 |