Medicine
Biological and Medical Aspects of Contraception
Benedict J. Duffy, Jr. and Sister M. Jean Wallace; No ISBN - Pages: 133; Publisher: University of Notre Dame Press © 1969; Condition: Hardback, no dust jacket, otherwise immaculate condition. Price: $10.00 + $4 S/H
"This clearly written book presents information for the general reader on the biology of reproduction and the medical aspects of fertility control. After following basic discussions of the biology of contraception, the authors consider birth control methods in general and then turn to individual evaluations of the use and efficiency of rhythm, oral steroids, and intrauterine devices." — from the introduction
One Hundred Over 100:
Moments with One Hundred North American Centenarians
Jim Heynen, Photographs by Paul Boyer; ISBN: 1555910580 - Pages: 199; Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing - © 1990; Condition: Paperback, inscription on title page, otherwise excellent condition. Price: $6.00 + $4 S/H.
Wonderful interviews and photographs of these inspiring elders. "The fact that so many of today's centenarians live full and meaningful lives should make us wonder: If we must be terrified by old age, why not be terrified by its splendor, by the possibilities it allows the mind and spirit and even sometimes the body?" — from the back cover
The Youngest Science: Notes of a Medicine-Watcher
Lewis Thomas; ISBN: 0670-79533X - Pages: 270; Publisher: The Viking Press - ©1983. Condition: Hardback with dust cover (unused). Price: $3.00 + $4 S/H
This book is Dr. Thomas' account of his life in medicine and an inquiry into what medicine is all about - rich in possibility and promise. An excellent read for anyone considering a career in the health sciences.