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This is the original Story of Medicine, first published in 1985 but as fresh today as it was then. Dr Vernon Coleman's history book is unlike any other. It covers all aspects of medicine from the very earliest days and traces developments alongside social and political changes. Dr Coleman MB ChB DSc FRSA is the international bestselling author of over 100 books. What the papers say: 'The Story of Medicine endeavours to chart the history of medicine from man's origins to the present day in 250 pages. Vernon Coleman manages to handle this project with aplomb. The book concerns itself with the...

Please do NOT read this if you believe all psychiatrists are wonderful. Read it if you have doubts and want a critical and informed view from an independent doctor. Dr Coleman, who has spent over 40 years campaigning for the mentally ill (and has been widely praised for his work by patients, doctors and the British Government),explains why psychiatry is not a science and psychiatrists should be treated with caution. Dr Vernon Coleman MB ChB DSc FRSA is a general practitioner and the author of over 100 books which have sold over 2 million hardback and paperback copies in the UK and been ...

Moneypower , written by a highly successful private investor with nearly 50 years practical experience, is a guide book to investing designed to put power over money into your own hands.The author, a doctor and professional writer has no links whatsoever with any part of the financial industry. The honest,impartial book you can recommend that your children and grandchildren read so that they grow up understanding money and investing. The author, Dr Vernon Coleman, has written over 100 books which have sold over two million copies in the UK in hardback and paperback and been translated into ...

More wonderful agony column questions, answered by Vernon Coleman; a qualified doctor, registered GP and bestselling author. Vernon Coleman is the author of over 100 books which have sold over two million copies in hardback and paperback in the UK and been translated into 24 languages. This book (like Book 1) contains a wealth of questions and answers taken from Dr Coleman's hugely popular advice column. The column appeared in The People in the UK and in magazines and newspapers around the world. Vernon Coleman's books include the medical bestsellers Bodypower and How To Stop Your Doctor ...

When he arrives in Bilbury, a small village on the edge of Exmoor, the young doctor doesn't realize how much he has to learn. But he soon finds the extent of his ignorance when he meets his patients. There is Anne Thwaites, who gives birth in the middle of a field and local rogue Thumper Robinson, who knows a good many tricks that aren't in any textbooks. And there is Mike Trickle, a TV show host, who causes great excitement when he buys a house in the village. The young doctor's employer is elderly Dr. Brownlow, who lives in a castle-like house and drives an old Rolls Royce.

Along with cancer and circulatory disease doctors and nurses are one of our top three killers; they kill far more people than infections, road accidents, terrorists and criminals put together. Doctors and nurses now almost certainly kill more people than cancer. Dr Coleman MB ChB DSc FRSA, unpopular with the drug industry controlled medical establishment, is recognised as having issued a greater number of accurate warnings and predictions about health risks than any other doctor. This book explains why doctors and nurses are so deadly, why most medical research is useless, why original ...

Gentle, caring readers who respect animals will adore this warm hearted, hugely popular book which was well reviewed when published in hardback. The "Wisdom of Animals" proves that animals are more sensitive and more thoughtful than many find comfortable. "The Wisdom of Animals" is a concise but comprehensive account of the evidence proving both that animals are sentient creatures and that they are considerably wiser than is usually believed. The authors show that all animals are capable of love and altruistic behaviour; they explain that animals communicate with one another, have powerful ...

A full account of how you can stay healthy and live longer. Packed with vital, life saving advice and information. Written by former GP and international bestselling author Dr Vernon Coleman MB ChB DSc FRSA. Dr Coleman has written over 100 books which have sold over two million paperback and hardback copies in the UK and been translated into 25 languages. Many TV and radio series have been based on his books which include Bodypower and How to Stop Your Doctor Killing You. Dr Coleman has lectured to doctors, nurses and medical students. For free articles see www.vernoncoleman.com What the ...

`Revolt' by Vernon Coleman is the future story of life in Britain under a totalitarian regime run by overlords from Brussels - who are known as "sprouts". It is based on a true story which hasn't happened yet. It was originally published under the pseudonym Robina Hood (partly because it is quite unlike any of Vernon Coleman's other books). Rod Liddle devoted a whole page in The Spectator magazine to trying to work out the identity of the author. He got nowhere close! Many readers love the book: `I enjoyed reading Revolt. I fear that much of the book may come true.' Nigel Farage MEP. `...

Sunday Times bestselling author Vernon Coleman travels through England, from Sidmouth in the south, to Buxton in the north. In this offbeat travel book with a difference the author is looking for evidence that England and the English are still alive, kicking and eccentric. He travels to Taunton, Wells, Lacock, Cheltenham, Hereford, Stratford upon Avon, Bakewell and Buxton. He visits Stroud, Gloucester and Eyam and meets some extraordinary characters. On the way he investigates cheese rolling and shin kicking and discovers the difference between a city and a town. He reveals the surprising ...

Everything you need to know about chemotherapy and cancer. Dr Vernon Coleman is a qualified doctor and a leading medical author. Since 1975 he has written over 100 books which have sold over three million copies in the UK and been translated into 26 languages. His books have appeared on numerous bestseller lists and have been the basis for a number of TV and radio series. He writes regularly on www.vernoncoleman.com

The Truth Kills by Dr Vernon Coleman (who is himself a doctor) is the story of Harry Cassidy, a middle aged GP, and Molly Tranter, a young trainee doctor. Cassidy is a hard drinking, cynical bachelor who lives on malt whisky and pub food and puts two aspirin into a glass of whisky if he has a headache. He has fallen out of love with himself, with medicine and with life itself but his feelings of passion and purpose are rekindled by Dr Tranter, a well informed trainee who fights a courageous battle against the medical establishment on a point of principle. Cassidy is won over by her honesty ...

The second volume of Vernon Coleman's reminiscences. Contains memories, thoughts, anecdotes, confessions and true stories from his life as an author and doctor.

Is This What Really Happened? is a novel. But could it be true? It's the story of what might have happened if Elvis Presley hadn't died but had faked his own death and moved to Paris. Meticulously researched, the book (first published under the title "My Secret Years") describes how Elvis, exhausted and aware that superstardom was killing him, agrees to quit showbusiness and America to start a new life abroad. Colonel Tom Parker approves the scheme because he knows it will boost record sales. The whole affair is carefully planned by a friend Presley met in Paris when he was serving in the ...

Vernon Coleman's first volume of autobiography. “Memories” is exactly what it says on the cover: a mixture of recollections, anecdotes, confessions, personal impressions, experiences, feelings and regrets.

Memories 3 is, readers will be astonished to hear, the third volume of Vernon Coleman's memories - a series of thoughts and stories and anecdotes from his life.

A collection of clever, charming, beautifully written and deceptively simple stories about cats - every one with a moral. (Hence the title).Written by Vernon Coleman, the bestselling author of Cat Tales, Alice's Diary, We Love Cats and many other hugely popular books about cats. Vernon Coleman's subtle and charming cat books, written for the discerning cat lover, have sold over 100,000 hardback copies in the UK alone. `Containing 30 delightful stories about cats, each with a moral at the end, Cat Fables is another classic gem from writer Vernon Coleman.' - Your Cat The author of Cat Fables ...

A new and positive approach to the problem of persistent and recurrent pain. A sane and sensible book offering practical hope to pain sufferers.

'A must for cat lovers.' Woman's Realm 'Alice's Diary is written by a six year old mixed tabby. The small events and great adventures of the year are told with relish. Light and amusing.' The Lady 'Compulsive reading for cat lovers.'- Smallholder 'I loved this unusual book.' - Lincolnshire Echo 'Alice's Diary has already won a big following.' - Belfast Newsletter 'Will delight and amuse.' - Evening Echo 'For pure charm and humour read this diary.' Bella "Gently thought provoking and hilariously funny.' Basildon Echo 'Delightful.' Doncaster Star 'Will entertain and amuse and might help you ...

`Laugh out loud funny,' said Golf World. This is a book about people who lose balls, clubs, tempers and, on occasion, the course they're supposed to be playing; people who feel they are doing well if the ball they hit on the 18th green is the same ball they drove off the first tee. `Anyone who has played golf - or tried to play golf - will find this addictive book unputdownable. Highly recommended.' Sunday Times bestselling author Vernon Coleman has been a professional author for over 40 years. His hugely popular books have sold over two million hardback and paperback copies in the UK alone...