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A THE Book of the Week Did you know that Aristotle thought the best tragedies were those that ended happily? Or that the first mention of the motor car in literature may have been in 1791 in Boswell's Life of Johnson? Or that it was not unknown in the nineteenth century for book reviews to be 30,000 words long? These are just a few of the fascinating facts to be found in this absorbing history of literary criticism. From the Ancient Greek period to the present day, you learn about critics' lives, the times in which they lived and how the same problems of interpretation and valuation persist through the ages. Key Features: *The author is a well-known writer and critic, and has been a regular contributor to the Times Higher *Integrates a wide range of writers, critics and texts into a continuous history *Passionately defends the idea of the 'literary'

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Healthcare in the Arabian Gulf and Greater Middle East is the first evidence-based, English-language textbook to provide a comprehensive overview of healthcare in this region, where health systems are rapidly evolving and feature large numbers of expatriate health professionals serving a population with diverse ethnic, social, cultural and environmental needs. This unique book covers relevant research, conditions and appropriate interventions and treatment. Readers will gain an insight into the key health challenges of the region and how to approach them, as well as local healthcare structures and cultural considerations such as Islam and healthcare, culturally competent communication and the role of the family. Written by experienced international and local academics and professionals, this book will be invaluable for students, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in working in this fascinating region. Based on the latest evidence - provides a comprehensive overview of key healthcare challenges in region Features numerous Arabic contributors as well as non-Arabic contributors with experience and expertise in the region Key strategic, local and individual healthcare approaches - including a generic adaptable toolkit Short case studies and thinking grids for appropriate care Discussion of social, cultural and environmental perspectives specific to the region Easy to read and follow Highly practical - covers key topics including: Islam and healthcare pain management palliative and end of life care culturally competent communication consumer-driven healthcare the family in healthcare in the Arabian gulf communicable and non-communicable diseases

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