Author: Fr. M. E. Morrison
Publisher: iUniverse, Inc.
Keywords: traditional, resources, united, canada, masses, states, latin, catholic, directory, listing, official
Number of Pages: 162
Published: 2005-08-24
List price: $15.95
ISBN-10: 0595368344
ISBN-13: 9780595368341

Authors:Merlin Willcox, Gerard Bodeker, Philippe Rasoanaivo,
Publisher: CRC Press
Keywords: traditional, modern, times, medicines, malaria, medicinal, plants, herbal
Number of Pages: 552
Published: 2004-06-15
List price: $129.95
ISBN-10: 0415301122
ISBN-13: 9780415301121

Malaria is an increasing worldwide threat, with more than three hundred million infections and one million deaths every year. The world’s poorest are the worst affected, and many treat themselves with traditional herbal medicines. These are often more available and affordable, and sometimes are perceived as more effective than conventional antimalarial drugs. The first book to be published on this subject, Traditional Medicinal Plants and Malaria explores the evidence for the safety and efficacy of some of these traditional medicines, and presents practical guidelines for designing studi

Author: Karen Y. Kreeger
Publisher: Taylor & Franci
Keywords: guide, traditional, non, path, pursuing, careers, science, resource
Number of Pages: 288
Published: 1998-12-01
List price: $49.95
ISBN-10: 1560326700
ISBN-13: 9781560326700

Environmental-scientist-turned-science-writer, Karen Kreeger, taps the experiences of nearly 100 scientists to provide case studies and career options for scientists in her Guide to Non-Traditional Careers in Science . The handbook is organized by profession and includes one-on-one interviews, job-hunting advice, and comprehensive lists of resources, from people to societies, Web sites to training programs. While many jobs undoubtedly require additional qualifications outside of a specialized degree, the book explains that scientists do not necessarily need to obtain a JD, MBA, or MD in addit

Author: Ming-Ju Sun
Publisher: Dover Publications
Keywords: traditional, fashions, dolls, paper, japanese
Number of Pages: 32
Published: 2003-05-07
List price: $6.95
ISBN-10: 0486426548
ISBN-13: 9780486426549

Two female figures are waiting to be garbed in formal court dress of the Ashikaga period (1338-1573): a pleated trouser skirt, kimonos with floral and bird designs, a traditional Japanese bridal dress, and modern formal robes. These lovely, authentic costumes will delight paper doll fans, collectors, costume designers.16 full-color plates of costumes.

Authors:Peter Brimacombe, Annie Bullen, Susie Hodge, Andrew L
Publisher: Jarrold Publishing
Keywords: period, traditional, living, home, homes, escapes
Number of Pages: 320
Published: 2004-03-15
List price: $31.00
ISBN-10: 0711735948
ISBN-13: 9780711735941

A combination of travel guide and style file which presents the means of escape to the wonders of another age. It is aimed at those who love travelling Britain to explore country houses and stately homes, or at a dedicated follower of historical architecture and style. It contains 500 illustrations and regional maps.

Author: Amala Soumyanath
Publisher: CRC Press
Keywords: traditional, modern, times, medicines, herbal, antidiabetic, plants
Number of Pages: 336
Published: 2005-11-02
List price: $146.95
ISBN-10: 0415334640
ISBN-13: 9780415334648

The increasing prevalence of diabetes mellitus world-wide is an issue of major socio-economic concern. Scientific interest in plant-derived medicine is steadily rising, yet there is often a wide disparity in the caliber of information available. A detailed compilation of scientific information from across the globe, Traditional Medicines for Modern Times: Antidiabetic Plants highlights the potential role of dietary and medicinal plant materials in the prevention, treatment, and control of diabetes and its complications. The book not only describes plants traditionally used to treat diabetes, b

Author: World Intellectual Property Organization
Publisher: World Intellectual Property
Keywords: intellectual, traditional, knowledge, property, fact, finding, report, missions, wipo, needs, holders, expectations
Number of Pages: 340
Published: 2001-02
List price: $54.00
ISBN-10: 9280509683
ISBN-13: 9789280509687