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2006
POPULARSCIENCE
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NATIONAL BOOK TRUST, INDIA
Lasertypeset at Capital Creations, D-96 Munirka, New Delhi andprinted at Jay Kay Offset Printers, Nangloi, Delhi - 41
CONTENTS
Preface v
Physical Sciences 1
Physics
Chemistry
Astronomy/Astrophysics
Mathematics
History
Earth Sciences 19
Geology
Oceanography
Environmental Science/Ecology
Life Sciences 23
Biology
Genetics
Health Science
Medicine
Science Fiction 36
Forthcoming Titles 36
PREFACE
The National Book Trust, India was established by the Government of Indiawith a view to promote books and encourage book-reading. The Trustpublishes books for all segments of the society and for all age-groups, inEnglish, Hindi and sixteen other major Indian languages, under differentseries.
The Popular Science series enables the reader to understand the worldaround him/her and learn not only about the role science and technologyplay in everyday life, but also how it benefits the individual and the society.Written by experts in the field including scientists, doctors, sciencecommunicators, the books in the series take the reader through theadventure of scientific ideas and discoveries. The books foster thedevelopment of a free scientific spirit through well-documented analysesand historical accounts. They show how scientific method and knowledgeoften lead to the questioning and rejection of dogmas and establishedviews.
The books in Popular Science series are meant for the lay readerproviding information on the progress of science, and emphasising,wherever possible, India’s contribution in the field. Generally, the books inthis series are illustrated with diagrams and photographs, which superblycomplement the text. The text is presented in a lucid and readable styleand wherever necessay, with anecdotes and analogies from daily life tofacilitate comprehension. An attempt is made to ensure that the informationprovided is scientifically reliable and authentic, and that the subject is notencased in a straitjacket. Wherever needed, it is broadened and mademore interesting and informative by including aspects of related topics.
Besides English, the books in Popular Science series are translated andpublished in other Indian languages and cover a broad range of topicsincluding life sciences, physical sciences, health, environment, astrophysics,etc.
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Physical Sciences . Physics
ABOUT TIME
Bal Phondke
215 pp
Rs 70.00
ISBN 81-237-4103-0
CHAOS, FRACTALS ANDSELF-ORGANISATION
Arvind Kumar
186 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-1596-X
Time assumes a mystic,surreal character when onerealises that it has nobeginning or end. It iseternal. It flows only in onedirection, from the past tothe future. This book tries tounderstand Time in itsentirety, in a Vikram-Betalstory format.
The leaking tap in ourbathroom exhibits chaos, thebronchial network of ourlungs has a fractal structureand all of us are marvellousself-organising systems ofNature. In a lucid and non-technical account, the bookexplains some of thesepioneering ideas that aredestined to culminate in anew non-linear science of thenext century.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi &Oriya.
ENERGY
A K Bakhshi
100 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1458-0
The importance of energy inour daily life can never beoveremphasised particularly intoday’s world when fossilfuels are in danger of beingdepleted. There is practicallyno activity which does notinvolve the transfer ortransformation of energy. Thisbook discusses its variousaspects including theconsequences of productionand utilisation of energy onour environment.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi,Marathi, Oriya & Tamil.
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FIBRE OPTICS
G K Bhide
94 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-2937-5
Based on the principle oftotal internal reflection andtransparency of glass, thestudy of fibre optics is anexciting new field. This bookdescribes how fibrescopesare used in surgery, and ascables by communicationexperts to carry telephonecalls and by engineers forexamining machines.
Also in: Hindi.
JOY OF MAKINGINDIAN TOYS
Sudarshan Khanna
126 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-2244-3
This simple activity bookteaches two things, namely,how to make 101 handmadetoys which are playthingseven today in remote cornersof our country and how toys,simple in design and basedon science and technology,can be made at home withdiscarded materials.
Also in: Gujarati, Hindi,Malayalam & Oriya.
NANO: THE NEXTREVOLUTION
Mohan Sundara Rajan
179 pp
Rs 75.00
ISBN 81-237-4305-X
This book explains thebasics of nanotechnology—the next revolution in ourdaily lives—its historicaldevelopment, and the ongoingadvances, including thepioneering work done in India.
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QUANTUM MYSTERY
Rajat Chanda
113 pp
Rs 36.00
ISBN 81-237-2180-3
The book discusses the lawsof quantum mechanics,several amazing quantumphenomena and the progressin understanding theconnection between thequantum and classicalworlds. How the paradoxesarise and how to solve themhas been explained in detail,besides highlighting thesignificance of Bell's theorem.
Also in: Hindi.
RADIATION AND MAN
H C Jain
98 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1143-3
A study of the natural andman-made radiationenvironment, dramaticdiscoveries in the field,problems and risks involvedin the use of nuclear energyincluding the possibilities ofmalfunctioning of nuclearreactors and disposal ofradioactive wastes versus itsbenefits when compared toother sources.
ROBOTS AND ROBOTICS
M R Chidambara
94 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-0914-5
This small volume describesthe robots and also how theNew Age will open many newpossibilities for their use inhome and industry to thebenefit of mankind.
Also in: Asamiya & Hindi.
Physical Sciences . Physics
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THE ILLUSIVE WORLD OFVIRTUAL REALITY
Tapan Bhattacharya
158 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-1949-3
Man's innate desire forfantasising has beensustained considerably by theadvent of computers. Bymimicking reality, virtualreality creates fascinatingillusions and stimulatesvarious human senses.
THE TELECOM STORYAND THE INTERNET
Mohan Sundara Rajan
209 pp
Rs 60.00
ISBN 81-237-1754-7
THE WONDER CHIP
K D Pavate
116 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1493-9
This book attempts to explainthe principles of silicondevices, some interestingaspects of their fabricationtechnology and the spectrumof their applications. It showshow the principles ofelectronic circuits incommunication, computers,information and othersystems have undergone asea change with the adventof the integrated circuits.
Also in: Asamiya.
Physical Sciences . Physics
An account of the latesttechnical developments intelecommunications and theimpact of the explodinginternet traffic is given innon-technical language.
Also in: Hindi
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WIND ENERGY
Suneel B Athawale
60 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-0679-0
This book, through diagramsand illustrations, introducesthe readers to the non-conventional source of energyand explains how windenergy can be converted intomechanical and electricalenergy by windmills forsupplementing our energyneeds.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi,Marathi, Oriya & Tamil.
A DRUG IS BORN
Urmila Thatte & SharadiniDahanukar
94 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-2864-6
Medicines and drugs areprescribed for all ailments.What lies behind theirconception, from where theycome and who discoveredthem—all this and more onthe exciting world of medicineis described in this book inan interesting style.
CHEMICAL ELEMENTS INTHE NEW AGE
D V Jahagirdar
66 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-1121-2
This book provides interestingreading material on somelesser known aspects ofchemical elements of theNew Age, including theirapplications insuperconductivity, computerand space research.
Physical Sciences . Chemistry
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FULLERENES
Sivakamasundari
91 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-3958-3
A new form of carbon, totallydifferent from the well-knowndiamond and graphite wasdiscovered and popularlycalled buckyballs. TheseBuckminster fullerenes havehollow, cage-like shape. Thisprofusely illustrated bookdescribes their discovery,reactions and formation,along with their applications.
MATERIAL MARVELS
B C Sharma
136 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-2812-3
This book describes the newmaterials developed bymanipulating metals,ceramics and plastics—thecomposites—which are nowbeing used in space travel,communication of informationand replacing damaged partsof the human body.
Also in: Asamiya & Marathi.
PRESERVATION OF ARTOBJECTS AND LIBRARYMATERIALS
O P Agrawal
102 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-0643-X
Art objects of all types, bethey stone sculptures,wooden objects, textiles,manuscripts, paintings or anyother, are continuouslysubjected to dangers ofdamage and deterioration.This book acquaints thereader with the compositionof art objects, their propertiesand behaviour under diverseconditions so as to facilitatetheir care, maintenance andpreservation.
Also in: Bangla, Hindi, Marathi& Tamil.
Physical Sciences . Chemistry
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RAVISHING RADIANCE
Bal Phondke
81 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-3625-8
Discovery of ubiquitous andomnipresent radioactivity inthe twentieth century usheredin the atomic age. The storyof its discovery as well asits applications provide forfascinating reading.
THE SECRETS OFPROTEINS
Medha S Rajadhyaksha &Sukanya Datta
108 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-3105-1
A peep into the world ofproteins—their sequences,shapes, forms and functionsbesides their malfunctionsand diseases due tomalnutrition.
WATER: THE MATRIX OFLIFE
K K Mishra
112 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-3314-3
The astonishing propertiesand role of water as the‘matrix of life’ have beenpresented in a semi-technicalstyle. This book provides adeeper understanding of themost ubiquitous marvel ofNature.
Also in: Hindi.
Physical Sciences . Chemistry
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BLACK HOLES
Jayant Narlikar
66 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-4374-2
COSMIC VISTAS
Biman Basu
131 pp
Rs 65.00
ISBN 81-237-3942-7
A black hole is the ultimatemanifestation of a region ofstrong gravity. The pull ofgravity in a black hole is sostrong, that even light cannotescape from it and timestands still. This book is asimple yet meticulous studyof the circumstances underwhich a black hole is formedand its strange properties.
This book on celestial objectsexplains how with advancesin technology, the telescopeand other observation toolscan reveal the real nature ofcelestial bodies like theMoon, the planets and MilkyWay and how the refinedtechniques of observation canreveal gas clouds, quasars,pulsars and radiation.
JOY OF STARWATCHING
Biman Basu
122 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-2657-0
The star-filled sky has
fascinated mankind sinceprehistoric times. Today weknow about the true nature ofstars and their mind-bogglingdistances from us. Thisprofusely illustrated bookfamiliarises us with theconstellations and helps inidentifying individual starswith the help of star mapsand diagrams.
Also in: Bangla & Tamil.
Physical Sciences . Astronomy/Astrophysics
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SPACE TODAY
Mohan Sundara Rajan
282 pp
Rs 75.00
ISBN 81-237-1027-5
A fascinating review of themarvels of the Space Agedescribing the trends andinnovations in spacetechnology, its applicationsand space explorations.
Also in: Asamiya & Tamil.
THE SUN
Parul R Sheth
138 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-4424-2
This book will appeal to allthose who are curious toknow more about thewonders pertaining to themind-blowing effects of ournearest star, on the naturalevents that occur on theEarth, on plants, animals andhuman beings.
EVERYDAYMATHEMATICS
R M Bhagwat
74 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-1490-4
Mathematics is described asan art, the tool of science,the language of science andthe queen of all sciences.This book on mathematicsgives an account of theorigin and development ofmathematics, and helps insolving a variety of problemsrelated to everyday living.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi,Malayalam, Marathi & Oriya.
Physical Sciences . Astronomy/Astrophysics . Mathematics
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DINOSAURS OF INDIA
Ashok Sahni
120 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-3109-4
This book describes our richnatural heritage of dinosaurswhich goes back nearly 170years, when Captain Sleemanfound large dinosaurian bonesand pertrified wood inJabalpur Cantonment. Thisbook also tells of the morerecent finds of fossil remainsin several states, particularlyin the north-east region.
IMPACT OF SCIENCEAND TECHNOLOGY INWARFARE
K V Gopalakrishnan
160 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-4060-3
Warfare has been a constantfeature of human history andthe most powerful impact onit has been due to theapplication of science andtechnology in the past fewcenturies. In this bookscientific and technologicalbreakthroughs are describedand their impacts are alsodiscussed.
INVENTORS WHOREVOLUTIONISED OURLIVES
K V Gopalakrishnan
152 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-2006-8
Biographical sketches ofsome of the great inventorswho displayed tenacity ofpurpose by hard work andconfidence in their abilitiesbefore achieving recognitionfor their discoveries.
Also in: Asamiya, Punjabi,Oriya & Urdu.
Physical Sciences . History
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MARCHING AHEADWITH SCIENCE
Biman Basu
172 pp
Rs 60.00
ISBN 81-237-3486-7
When India gainedIndependence in 1947, it hadno worthwhile infrastructurefor the development ofscience and technology, nordid it have a sound industrialbase. Yet six decades later,it is now a majortechnological power with thecapability to design, build andlaunch its own satellites,nuclear power plants andsupercomputers. The bookpresents an overview of ourachievements.
OF SCIENCE ANDSCIENTISTS
A N Kothare and others
232 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-0917-X
Although a lot is available inthe form of biographies andwritings of scientists, verylittle information is found onwhat made them not onlygreat discoverers but humanetoo, blessed with humour,humility and humanism. Thisbook conveys this veryaspect of scientists who,while being involved in theirunique adventure, are like us,the lesser mortals.
Also in: Asamiya, Kannada,Malayalam & Oriya.
THE GREAT AVIATIONSTORY
R K Murthi
101 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-4390-4
This book presents the storyof how the man’s greatdream of flying came true,how the technologicaladvancements affected theevolution of aircraft, and howit changed the course ofhistory.
Physical Sciences . History
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THE STORY OF MAN
Biman Basu
84 pp
Rs 27.00
ISBN 81-237-2057-2
The story of man's evolutionfrom the lowly tree-dwellingape has all the ingredients ofa thriller. As new cluesemerge from fossil evidence,the story takes dramatictwists and turns, before aclear picture emerges. Ittraces how our distantancestors gave up a life onthe trees and learnt to walkon two feet, use tools andfire, and talk as we do now.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi &Punjabi.
Physical Sciences . History
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EARTHQUAKES
A K R Hemmady
114 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-4207-X
This revised edition presentsa geologist's perception ofearthquakes, their cause(plate tectonics), methodologyof investigation, instrumentsused, prediction, precautionsand economic implications.Few basic principles relatedto the design of earthquake-resistant structures, Bhujearthquake and thecontroversy over the Tehridam and reservoir-inducedseismicity have also beenbriefly dealt with.
Also in: Hindi & Tamil.
OUR WATER RESOURCES
Rama
104 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-0803-3
This book providesinformation on India’s waterresources derived largelyfrom rainfall, which isgenerous but uneven in itsdistribution over time andplace. This necessitates theneed for gigantic projects forthe control, storage andtransfer of the availablesupply.
Also in: Gujarati, Hindi,Punjabi, Kannada, Malayalam,Marathi & Tamil.
MAN INSIDE THE SEA
B F Chhapgar
196 pp
Rs 60.00
ISBN 81-237-1536-6
Man has always beenfascinated by the seas andoceans and has ventured outfor underwater research,exploration of the sea-bed,rescue operations and forcommercial activities. Thisbook discusses the stepstaken by man in actualunderwater living with thehelp of scuba diving,research submersibles,bathyspheres andbathyscaphes.
Also in: Asamiya.
Earth Sciences . Geology . Oceanography
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ECOLOGY ANDSUSTAINABLEDEVELOPMENT
P S Ramakrishnan
198 pp
Rs 70.00
ISBN 81-237-3622-3
Community participation innatural resource management,which is linked to sustainabledevelopment of natural andhuman-managed ecosystems,has been discussed in thebook with concern forsustainable livelihood of ruralsocieties in the short-termand sustainable developmentof the region, as part of along-term plan.
OCEAN SCIENCE ANDTECHNOLOGY
A K Malhotra
204 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-0140-3
An introduction to the basicprinciples, techniques andmethods involved in offshoreoil and gas production andexplanation of how offshoreplatforms and terminals,harbours and ports aredesigned and operated, apartfrom the problemsencountered in layingsubmarine pipelines andcontrolling oil pollution.
SCIENCE OF THEOCEANS
A N P Ummerkutty
144 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-0468-2
The sea and the oceans, inspite of man’s onslaughts onthem, remain as mysterious,unknown and awe-inspiring asever. This book introduces usto the science ofoceanography and theimmense potentialities ofwater around our shores forexploring and utilising themfor the prosperity of ourpeople.
Also in: Bangla, Hindi,Malayalam & Marathi.
Earth Sciences . Oceanography . Ecology
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ENVIRONMENTALPOLLUTION
N Manivasakam
160 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-1034-8
At a time when environmentalpollution is increasing day byday, this book, whilediscussing the general natureof pollution, examines indetail some of the majorareas of pollution like air,water and soil, includingthermal radiation and noisepollution and their deleteriousimpact on man andenvironment alike.
Also in: Asamiya, Kannada,Malayalam & Oriya.
PLASTICS: A THREAT TOMANKIND
Chintan
85 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-4629-6
This book explains theimpact of plastics on theenvironment, human healthand economy, and describeswhat all is being done toreduce our dependence onthe plastics, which willeventually be beneficial tothe mankind in the long run.
WAYS OF THE WEATHER
P A Menon
109 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-4453-6
This revised edition bringsforth the concepts andpractices adopted inobserving and forecastingweather besides highlightingthe impact of weather andclimate on life and economywith particular reference tothe Indian context.
Also in: Asamiya, Kannada &Tamil.
Earth Sciences . Environment
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WE BREATHE ANDDRINK POISON
N Manivasakam
120 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1488-2
Beginning with the generalnature of pollution, the bookdiscusses the major areas ofpollution like air, water andsoil and how thermal radiationand noise pollution arecasting a deleterious impacton man and his environment,posing a danger to all livingbeings.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi,Kannada, Marathi & Punjabi.
Earth Sciences . Environment
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ENDANGERED ANIMALSOF INDIA AND THEIRCONSERVATION
S M Nair
110 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-0187-X
Public awareness about ourrich wildlife, the factorsaffecting the survival of thespecies and an understandingof how we can contribute totheir well-being are the keysto successful conservation.This edition provides basicinformation on the rare andendangered animals of Indiaand their conservation.
Also in: Asamiya, Gujarati,Hindi, Kannada, Marathi,Nepali & Tamil.
HOUSEHOLD PESTS ANDTHEIR MANAGEMENT
Renuka Gupta
86 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-3751-3
In our quest for acomfortable life environment,we unwittingly providefavourable conditions forinsects and pests to thrive.These pests suck our blood,spoil our food, and generallycause turmoil in our lives.This book presentsinformation on householdpests, how to identify andmanage them at home level.
HOW BIRDS FLY
Satish Dhawan
81 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-3738-6
Avian flight has fascinatedman since ancient times, butit is only in recent times thatwe have been able to explainthe dynamics of animal flight.The evolution of animal flight,description of structure andmusculature of wings andfeathers and elementarytheory of lift and drag havebeen explained to elucidatetake-off, landing and hoveringof birds.
Life Sciences . Biology
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MICROBE SAGA
Bal Phondke
174 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-2098-X
Invisible but not insignificant,microbes are the oldest andsimplest life forms on earth.This book highlights theircrucial role in bread, beer,cheese, wine,pharmaceuticals and pesticidemanufacturing units as alsoin bioremediation andrecycling of wastes.
SOCIAL LIFE OFANIMALS
Sukanya Datta
110 pp
Rs 65.00
ISBN 81-237-3937-0
In the fascinating world ofanimals thoughcommunication is not likehumans, they manage toconvey their feelings throughvaried postures, use ofchemicals, vocalisation etc.This book is a wealth ofinformation on social life ofanimals—how crocodilesguide their young to water,the male penguin incubatesthe eggs, and many moreinteresting details.
HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
Sunil K Pandya
240 pp
Rs 75.00
ISBN 81-237-2121-8
This volume focusses on theroots of human behaviour andexplains why diverseindividuals behave differentlyunder the samecircumstances. It describeshow our genetic make-up, theenvironment in which we arebrought up, intelligence,perception, memory, learning,imagination and variousinnate drives force us to actand react as we do.
Life Sciences . Biology
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SOCIAL LIFE OF PLANTS
Sukanya Datta
99 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-2938-3
Plants, like humans, formalliances with other plantsand animals, wage waragainst enemies, employmercenaries and use subtlestrategies for survival. Thisbook explains the interestingsocial life of the plant world.
GENE PLAY
Parul R Sheth
113 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-2336-9
This book takes a look atthe future of the gene whenthe molecular engineers willreadily succumb to thefascination of entering andrearranging the hereditarygenetic material. It alsodiscusses the possibilities ofthe endless productivepermutations of life,unravelling the promise andthe perils of geneticengineering.
GENETICS TODAY
Jagjit Singh
242 pp
Rs 65.00
ISBN 81-237-1787-3
Explains the mystery of themechanism of ‘heredity’ invirus, bacterium, plant,animal and man besidesshowing how the more weunravel it, the moreimprovements we can makein the cultivation of our basicfood plants, breeding ofdomestic animals andcombating heredity diseases.
Also in: Hindi.
Life Sciences . Biology . Genetics
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BODY CLOCK
Parul R Sheth
175 pp
Rs 60.00
ISBN 81-237-4021-2
Almost every form of life,plant, animal or human beinghas an internal clock formeasuring time, giving rise torhythms. Rhythms arecontrolled by a ‘biologicalclock’ situated in the brain.This book describes how ourinternal clocks regulate themetabolism, physiology andbehaviour, and in illness ortravel across time-zones,shift work schedules, ourbody clocks throw the rhythmout of time.
MODERN DIAGNOSTICS
Anil Aggrawal
278 pp
Rs 80.00
ISBN 81-237-3317-8
On developing any physicalproblem, the doctor advisesvarious diagnostic tests tofind out what is wrong. Thisbook tells all about the manydiagnostic equipment likemagnetic sensors, ultrasoundmachines, high techcomputers, positronemissions, etc. that havebrought a revolution indiagnosing disease andproviding treatment.
AGING
K Subba Rao
70 pp
Rs 23.00
ISBN 81-237-0999-4
The human body does notremain at the peak of itspowers endlessly. A slow butsteady decline sets in withaging, which occurs due to acomplex interplay ofphysiological, psychologicaland social factors. This booklucidly explains why and howthe aging sets in.
Also availale in: Asamiya,Bangla, Hindi, Kannada,Marathi, Punjabi & Urdu.
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NARCOTIC DRUGS
Anil Aggrawal
161 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-1383-5
This book uncovers themysterious aura surroundingdrugs to provide answers toquestions like what are they,why do they entrap a personin their clutches and how wecan stay free of their mind-altering effects.
Also in: Asamiya, Bangla,Hindi, Kannada, Punjabi, Tamil& Urdu.
PAIN & ITSMANAGEMENT
Sugandha A Karapurkar
82 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-4362-9
Pain is such a vast subjectthat it is difficult tounderstand its exactphysiology, yet this bookprovides answers to manycommon problems regardingpain, in a simple and lucidstyle.
PREVENTION OF BURNS
Kalpana Sood Lal
75 pp
Rs 45.00
ISBN 81-237-4575-3
This book aims to spreadawareness among peopleregarding frequent burninjuries, and lays emphasison the preventions andprecautions to be taken byeach individual, whether athome or at work, so thatburn cases reduce throughoutthe country.
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SELF-CARE FOR WOMEN
Parul R Sheth
156 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-2804-2
The book provides knowledgeon the complex female body,its organs and systems, howthey work and can be takencare of both externally andinternally.
Also in: Bangla & Oriya.
SENSE OF SMELL
Sarada Bulchand
99 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-3625-8
The sense of smell is one ofthe most primitive senseswithout which the world canbe very bland. The bookdescribes how the sensorysystem functions to generateattractive or repulsiveresponses across species,besides explaining the role ofpheromones andaromatherapy, olfactorymemory and smell disorders.
REACHINGWOMANHOOD
Tarala Nandekar & MedhaRajadhyaksha
130 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-2763-1
Provides answers toquestions on transition ofyoung girls into the adultworld while stressing on theneed for knowing about theirbody, their sexuality, theirreproductive health and theirrights and responsibilities.
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SKIN AND HAIR
J S Pasricha and RamjiGupta
210 pp
Rs 65.00
ISBN 81-237-4006-9
Written mainly to disseminatecorrect information on skinand hair diseases andremove myths andsuperstitions about their cure,this book provides guidelineson proper care of skin andhair and also explains somecommon skin diseases andtheir treatment modalities.
SLEEP-WAKEFULNESS
Birendra Nath Mallick
108 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-3623-1
Sleep and wakefulness arecomplex behaviouralphenomena which areobjectively identified byrecording electrophysiologicalsignals from the body. Bothare interrelated—while one isactive, the other remainssubdued. The mechanisms ofgeneration and regulation ofsleep and wakefulnesscoupled with the role of sleepin normal life are beautifullydiscussed.
THE BRAIN: A PRECIOUSPOSSESSION
Gomathy Gopinath
95 pp
Rs 31.00
ISBN 81-237-1755-5
Tremendous advances inneuroscience research havegenerated a lot of informationon the brain, its functionsand diseases. This book isdesigned to impart the basicfunctions and capabilities ofthe brain and some of thecommon ailments that afflictit.
Also in: Bangla.
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THE MEMORY MYSTERY
Medha S Rajadhyaksha
108 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1783-0
Our perceptions of the worldaround us, the skills, thefacts and figures we learn,the emotional overtones ofour lives, all these lodgethemselves in our brain asmemory, sometimes forever.Memory, however, is aboutforgetting as well. This well-illustrated book unravels whatwe know of the memorymystery till date.
Also in: Tamil.
YOUR FOOD AND YOU
K T Achaya
112 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-1033-X
Discusses many fascinatingaspects of food, including abalanced diet, the digestivesystem, food fads andtaboos, and diets prescribedfor babies, pregnant women,nursing mothers, etc.
Also in: Bangla, Gujarati,Hindi, Kannada, Konkani,Marathi Telegu & Tamil.
THE HUMAN MACHINE
R L Bijlani & S K Manchanda
162 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1584-6
The complex humanorganism and the differentfunctions of different parts ofthe body have beenexplained with illustrationsand diagrams, with specialreference to deviation innormal functions which wecall disease.
Also in: Hindi & Kannada.
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ASTHMA: HOW TOCONTROL IT
M P S Menon
94 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-2179-X
This revised volume providesa contemporary account of acommon though bafflingailment, which has been anenigma for thousands ofsufferers who need help inhandling their disability totheir best advantage beforeseeking medical help.
Also in: Gujarati, Hindi,Marathi & Punjabi.
AYURVEDA UNRAVELLED
Sharadini Dahanukar & UrmilaThatte
138 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1676-1
The science of Ayurveda issurrounded by mystery. Itelicits different reactions,ranging from romanticrevivalism to West-orientedrejection, from completeacceptance to total rebuttal.This book unravels some ofthe mysteries surrounding it,its basic concepts andgoverning principles as alsosimple home-made herbalremedies.
Also in: Bangla, Hindi,Kannada & Punjabi.
CANCER
S M Bose
112 pp
Rs 50.00
ISBN 81-237-3892-7
Cancer is one of the mostfeared diseases that affectsmankind. This book providesa clear understanding of thedisease, its causes, earlydanger signs, the modes ofinvestigation, and itstreatment and management.
Also in: Asamiya, Marathi,Oriya & Urdu.
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DENTAL & ORAL HEALTHFOR ALL
Abhijeet Kulkarni
94 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-4385-8
This book aims at educatingreaders regarding dental andoral diseases, the availabletreatment options andcontemporary preventivestrategies to maintain andimprove oral health.
EPILEPSY
M C Maheshwari
100 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-0554-9
This book provides scientificinformation about thediagnosis, treatment and careof epileptics in our countrywhere superstitions, falsebeliefs and misconceptionsabout the disease are widelyprevalent and prove anobstacle in its effectivecontrol.
Also in: Bangla, Hindi &Punjabi.
CHALLENGE OF AIDS
Khorshed M Pavri
147 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-0175-6
AIDS research has attractedsome of the finest brainsamong doctors and scientistsof the world and yet aneffective cure eludes us. Thisrevised edition impartsknowledge about the diseaseand a realisation of thechallenge that the HumanImmunodeficiency Virus (HIV)poses to mankind.
Also in: Asamiya, Hindi,Kannada, Malayalam & Urdu.
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HEADACHE
M C Maheshwari
88 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-0970-6
Headache is the commonestof all painful conditions toaffect man some time or theother. This very handy bookexplains the mechanisms ofpain, warns of the dangers offrequent use of analgesicsand emphasises the need forphysical therapy andpsychotherapy in facing theproblem.
Also in: Gujarati.
HEART DISEASE ANDTHE LAYMAN
S Padmavati
65 pp
Rs 30.00
ISBN 81-237-1217-0
The very mention of heartdisease strikes terror in theminds of many. This bookputs into proper perspectivewhat heart disease means,its signs and symptoms,methods of examination andtreatment, and explains thechanges that occur when aheart becomes deranged instructure and function.
Also in: Hindi, Kannada,Marathi, Punjabi, Sindhi, Tamil& Urdu.
LEARNING TO LIVE WITHDIABETES
M M S Ahuja
120 pp
Rs 35.00
ISBN 81-237-0704-5
Explains how diabetes canbe controlled and howreduction in complicationscan be achieved byconsuming foodstuffs withcorrect nutritive and caloriccontents, keeping in mind theeconomic constraints of acountry like India.
Also in: Bangla, Hindi,Kannada, Gujarati & Tamil.
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SOME COMMONAILMENTS
Anil Aggrawal
98 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-0193-4
Are you troubled by anallergy or eczema? Do youget a nagging cold everywinter? This book providesthe answers to all thesequestions and other commonailments also, from which allof us have suffered toooften, but about which weknow so little.
Also in: Asamiya, Bangla,Hindi, Kannada, Konkani,Marathi, Nepali, Punjabi,Telugu & Urdu.
STROKE ANDREHABILITATION
M C Maheshwari & K K Singh
119 pp
Rs 40.00
ISBN 81-237-1727-X
Stroke, one of thecommonest neurologicalemergencies, is the thirdmost important cause ofmorbidity and mortality inelderly people after cancerand heart attack. The bookdiscusses some of thesignificant advances made inthe understanding of stroke,its diagnosis andmanagement.
PULMONARYTUBERCULOSIS
M P S Menon
334 pp
Rs 65.00
ISBN 81-237-2810-7
This book will be of interestto those involved in detectionand control of tuberculosis aswell as patients and theirrelatives whose understandingand cooperation are essentialfor the success of theTuberculosis ControlProgramme.
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VERSATILE VACCINES
Parvinder Chawla
165 pp
Rs 95.00
ISBN 81-237-4611-3
This profusely illustrated booksketches, in a very simplelanguage, the presentscenario of vaccinedevelopment and emphasisesthe role of versatile vaccinesin offering the most preciousgift to a child—a chance tolive a healthy life ahead.
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IT HAPPENEDTOMORROW
Bal Phondke (Ed.)
270 pp
Rs 55.00
ISBN 81-237-0619-7
This anthology of 19 selectstories presents the trends inIndian science fiction wherethe basic theme, be it in anylanguage, is primarilyanthropocentric, dealing withthe interplay betweenscientific developments andhuman emotions or societalfoundations.
Also in: Asamiya, Bangla,Gujarati, Kannada, Hindi,Punjabi, Marathi, Oriya &Urdu.
Science Fiction
Exploring Speech & LanguageMedha S Rajadhyaksha
Care of Dogs and CatsVinod Sharma
Mental DisordersM S Bhatia
A Manual of Dog TrainingGautam Unny
Science Fiction StoriesSukanya Datta
EinsteinS Chatterji & T V Venkateswaran
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