How does your opponent put that tricky spin on the ball? Why are some serves easier to return than others? The mysteries behind the winning strokes, equipment, and surfaces of the game of tennis are a
Though the first edition was published in 1987, Brody (philosophy and family practice, Michigan State U.) says he wrote most of it in 1983 and 1984, when there was little or no recognition of the role
Bioethics, born in the 1960s and 1970s, has achieved great success, but also has experienced recent growing pains, as illustrated by the case of Terri Schiavo. In The Future of Bioethics, Howard Brod
Although the physician's use and misuse of power have been discussed in the social sciences and in literature, they have never been explored in medical ethics until now. In this book, Dr. Howard Brody
For decades, medical professionals have betrayed the public's trust by accepting various benefits from the pharmaceutical industry. Both drug company representatives and doctors employ artful spin to
Brody (medical humanities, U. of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston) takes a detailed look at the relationship between the medical profession and the pharmaceutical industry in America, testing specific
Helping coaches and players streamline their learning systems, improve their performance, and further their understanding and enjoyment of the game, this book provides an entertaining and enlightening
Exposing wrestling’s inner workings and back-office deal making, this memoir is a hard-hitting firsthand look at the sport from Howard Brody, one of its most controversial promoters. Beginning
Michael Ryan (d. 1840) remains one of the most mysterious figures in the history of medical ethics, despite the fact that he was the only British physician during the middle years of the 19th century
For over two decades of pro wrestling, Dusty “the American Dream” Rhodesdominated the ring. Known for his jaw-dropping antics and bone-crunchingskills, Rhodes became one of wrestling’s first superstar