JOHN O BRIEN

Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life.

Una de las historias de amor más desgarradoras jamás contada. Ben y Sera se conocen en Las Vegas, la ciudad que nunca duerme. Ben quiere poner fin a su vida a base de litros de alcohol y Sera, una pr

SELF-ASSESSMENT COLOUR REVIEWS IN MEDICINE: Each book covers a specialist area of medicine and the format enables the reader to consider a problem fully and then devise a solution. This new volume in the established and well-respected series of Self-Assessment Color Reviews covers all aspects of adult emergency medicine. Some 250 cases are presented randomly to reflect real-life practice. Each case consists of one or more questions, illustrated by stimulating visual material including clinical photographs, imaging and electrocardiograms. Answers and full discussion then follow covering differential and definitive diagnoses, management and subtle insights to provide optimal care and prevent complications. The book appeals to a wide readership, ranging from trainees to practitioners in emergency medicine or primary care, for examination revision and continuing education.