This authoritative dictionary has been compiled with the aim of giving an overview of the English, German, French and Italian names of mammals. The Basic Table contains, in alphabetical order, the scientific names of families, genera, species and sub-species and synonyms with the identified names detailed in all four languages. These are given in the singular for species and sub-species and in the plural for other terms. The synonyms and subspecies are offered in detail. The editor offers numerous alternative spellings of vernacular names.

• has been revised throughout
• introduces the many dialects of English spoken in the United Kingdom
• reveals the key issues that dialectology engages with
• uses both the international phonetic alphabet and simple representations of sounds to explain pronunciations
• involves readers in collecting data
• contains numerous illustrative maps
• is written in a lively and engaging style, with information on 'posh and less posh' dialects and spotting your dialect area.

Toxicology for Non-Toxicologists

by  Mark E. Stelljes (2008)

Providing non-scientific readers with basic toxicological concepts, Toxicology for Non-Toxicologists explains how those concepts and their applications affect everyday life. Readers will find an introduction to the study of toxic chemicals on humans and the environment, close examinations of toxicology issues, and a discussion of the general approach to risk assessment.

Clinical Neurotoxicology:

Syndromes, Substances, Environments

  by Vichael R. Dobbs (2009)

Clinical Neurotoxicology offers accurate, relevant, and comprehensive coverage of a field that has grown tremendously in the last 20 years. You'll get a current symptomatic approach to treating disorders caused by neurotoxic agents.