Paul Martin Boeken

Everything you need for success in this essential all-in-one revision and exam practice series covering the most popular GCSE 9-1 History studies.

Martin investigates how psychological and emotional factors influence health through their effects on behaviour and the immune system by exploring how the brain and immune system interact.

With its acclaimed author team, cutting-edge content, emphasis on medical relevance, and coverage based on key experiments, Molecular Cell Biology has justly earned an impeccable reputation as an exciting and authoritative text. Avoiding an encyclopedic approach, the book grounds its coverage in the experiments that define our understanding of cell biology, engaging students with the exciting breakthroughs that define the field’s history and point to its future. The authors, all world-class researchers and teachers, incorporate medically relevant examples where appropriate to help illustrate the connections between cell biology and health and human disease.

Measuring Behaviour has established itself as a standard text. Largely rewritten, updated and reorganised, this third edition is, as before, a guide to the principles and methods of quantitative studies of behaviour, with an emphasis on techniques of observation, recording and analysis. It provides the basic knowledge needed to measure behaviour, doing so in a succinct and easily understood form. The sections on research design and the interpretation and presentation of data have been greatly expanded. Written with brevity and clarity, Measuring Behaviour is, above all, a practical guide book. Aimed primarily at undergraduate and graduate students in biology and psychology who are about to embark upon quantitative studies of animal and human behaviour, this book provides a concise review of methodology that will be of great value to scientists of all disciplines in which behaviour is measured, including biological anthropology, the social sciences and medicine.

The book showcases the extraordinary lives of thirty overlooked American heroes, highlighting their significant yet unrecognized contributions to history. Readers will discover tales of a tailor who saved George Washington's life, the first African-American combat pilot, and a determined 62-year-old female journalist fighting against injustice. This engaging collection offers a refreshing perspective on American history, similar in appeal to popular works like Kenneth C. Davis's series and Rick Beyer's storytelling.

Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, the narrative explores the struggles of individuals grappling with economic despair and societal changes. Characters navigate personal hardships while seeking hope and resilience in their lives. The story delves into themes of survival, community, and the human spirit's capacity to endure adversity, painting a vivid picture of a transformative era in American history. Through their journeys, readers witness the impact of the economic crisis on families and relationships.

The investigation into ritual murders of young entertainers in Cuba unfolds as law student Eduardo Betancourt partners with journalist Tomás Fuentes. Their pursuit leads them to a mysterious man plagued by voodoo-haunted dreams, intertwining elements of crime, culture, and the supernatural. As they delve deeper, the duo confronts the dark underbelly of society, exploring themes of justice and the influence of folklore.

Focusing on insider risk, this textbook delves into its origins and impacts through various real-life case studies. It offers insights into the principles underlying these risks and provides strategies for organizations to safeguard themselves against potential threats.

Exploring the rich heritage of samurai culture, this book showcases the extraordinary swords and armor of thirty renowned Japanese warriors. Authored by Paul Martin, a distinguished expert in Japanese swords, it spans the evolution of the samurai class from the 10th to the 19th century. The work features stunning art images, exclusive photographs, and life-size reproductions of significant weapons, many considered National Treasures. Readers gain insight into the aesthetics and mindset of these legendary figures through their remarkable armaments.