Reveals that the metaphors and myths surrounding certain illnesses, especially cancer, add greatly to the suffering of the patients and often inhibit them from seeking proper treatment. By demystifying the fantasies surrounding cancer, this study shows cancer for what it is.

This work explores the various social phenomena generated by transplantation and dialysis. Within this context, the authors study individuals involved and the workings and the atmospheres of some of the medical centres.

An Unsafe Bet? The D angerous R ise of G ambling and the D ebate W e S hould B e H aving reveals how gambling represents a danger to public health due to its inherent addiction potential, which is being intentionally downplayed by the gambling industry and governments.

Miles Franklin award winner Alexis Wright describes the shocking effects of alcohol abuse and racism in this vivid portrayal of a small town in Northern Australia fighting to bring about change. Aboriginal elders and community advisors fought for years to put alcohol restrictions in place. Should alcohol be restricted? Whose decision is it to make?

The new Sunday Times top-ten bestseller from the author of The Men Who Stare at Goats.

Now a major film staring George Clooney, Ewan McGregor, Jeff Bridges, Kevin Spacey and Goat.

The brilliant first book from the number one bestselling author, in stunning new livery.