The shocking autobiography of a gay man in the latter part of the twentieth century. His slow journey to self-realization via numerous sexual encounters is documented. His fight for Gay Rights in the early days following STONEWALL and continued with his precedent-setting lawsuit against Denver Community Television because of his gay-themed programming. Represented by the ACLU he won the lawsuit-one that established non-censorship for cable television. His controversial writing and television productions provoked attacks not only from the Religious Right but also from the Gay Community. An important documentation of Gay History.
Jupiter the Thunderer is a tale of vendetta. Here is the dark world of long forgotten occult and ritual-the world of Italian Secret Societies-the roots of today's Mafia. Here is the shocking story of Ciro Annichiarico, the renegade priest-turned-brigand who founded i Decisi-the Decided Ones of Jupiter the Thunderer-the most notorious and feared of all the secret societies. "Tristezza-Morte-Terrore-Lutto." ("Sorrow, Death, Terror and Mourning.") -The Motto if i Decisi.
Historical fiction based on a true story, this is a tale of the vendetta and Italian Secret Societies in the early part of the 19th century, particularly i Decisi (The Decided Ones of Jupiter The Thunderer), a "gothic Godfather," and includes historical addendum and rare illustrations."--Publisher website
Now in its Fifth Edition, Crofton and Douglas's Respiratory Diseases has firmly established itself as the leading clinical textbook on diseases of the chest. Presented, for the first time, as a two-volume set, this classic text has been completely rewritten and greatly expanded. Extensive revisions ensure that these volumes present an up-to-date review of all aspects of lung disease . The contributions of some 18 leading authorities ensure that each area is comprehensively covered and new to this edition are chapters on the genetics of lung disease, smoking, air pollution, sleep apnoea, diving, lung transplantation and medico-legal aspects. The changes in content reflect the pace of change in the areas concerned not only in terms of understanding of the disease processes but also their treatment. The single chapter on asthma that appeared in previous editions, has now been expanded into three chapters covering epidemiology, mechanisms and management, reflecting the enormous research effort currently underway following a marked increase in the incidence of this disease in recent years. This new edition continues to provide an excellent reference both for the trainee and specialist in respiratory medicine, as well as the general physician. It will be extremely useful on the ward and in the office, where clinical problems arise and questions are asked which need clear answers.
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