O'Toole, a natural science expert, introduces the lay reader to the miraculous design and communication systems which characterize insects; how they cooperate in groups; their reproductive lives; and their habitats, ranging from desert to arctic tundra, land to sea. He also demonstrates the vital role insects play in the ecology of the planet. More than 250 color photographs make the book a coffee table item as well as a comprehensive text. Though marketed as a "companion to the PBS Nature mini-series," the text is outstanding in and of itself. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Written and edited by internationally known experts in primary care sports medicine, this book is the most comprehensive sports medicine reference geared to primary care practitioners. It is the ideal text for physicians studying for the Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine that is now offered in many disciplines including family practice, internal medicine, emergency medicine, pediatrics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and osteopathic medicine. This revised and updated Second Edition is published in association with the American College of Sports Medicine, and includes more practical information. The new, more user-friendly format features numerous illustrations, charts, and tables, including full-color illustrations.

A resource offering quick access to common problems found on the ward or in the clinic, this text provides comprehensive and concise evidence-based information on diagnosing and treating sports injuries.

This manual is the perfect pocket reference for all health care professionals who care for athletes, including sports medicine specialists, orthopaedic surgeons, family practitioners, physical therapists, and trainers. In a format designed for quick reference, the book provides comprehensive guidance on the full range of issues in sports medicine--from pre-participation examinations, protective equipment, and training, to care of specific medical problems and injuries, to summaries of what to expect in each particular sport. Paperback edition available only in selected countries. Please check with your local representative or distributor.