""Life and Services of David French Boyd"" is a biographical account of the life and accomplishments of David French Boyd, written by Andrew Augustus Gunby and published in 1904. Boyd…

From ancient times to the present day, utopian social ideas have made the unity of humankind a central concern. In this volume, scholars of ancient history, early Judaism, biblical studies…

This volume provides state-of-the-art techniques for studying various aspects of cholesterol homeostasis, including its uptake, synthesis and efflux from the cell, as well as its trafficking within the cell.

The gens was a key social formation in archaic Rome, yet our understanding of it has been blurred by the myths which it has attracted. The book reconsiders the evidence…

In the last 20 years, research activity using the zebrafish Danio rerio has increased dramatically. In this book, experts provide a collection of experimental techniques for the genetic modification, manipulation…

Demonstrating that the magnitude and pattern of cardiovascular response to stress varies markedly between individuals, this work discusses the mechanisms by which the cardiovascular system is mobilized during stress, and…

This book provides an overview of how the Olympic experience has been shaped by media entities, across various platforms and formats. Built around a central case study of NBC’s coverage…

Science and Practice of Strength Training addresses the complexity of strength training programs while providing advice in customizing programs for athletes and other populations. It covers velocity training, intensity, timing…