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Up to three million Americans are living with type 1 diabetes. Their only drug option, insulin, is what is keeping them alive. A new drug on the verge of being approved by the FDA could change the lives of people living with type 1 diabetes significantly.

When did the British Government become the world's largest drugs pusher? What tree is frequently used to treat cancer? Which everyday condiment is the most widely traded spice on the planet? Plants are an indispensable part of our everyday life. From the coffee bush and grass for cattle which give us milk for our cappuccinos to the rubber tree which produces tyres for our cars, our lives are inextricably linked to the world of plants. Taking us on...

"In What Has Christianity Ever Done for Us? Jonathan Hill tells the story of the centuries-long entanglement between Christianity and Western culture. In doing so, he provides an in-depth treatment of the profound impact that Christianity has had on Western society. Employing a rich, narrative style packed with events and people, Hill describes the place of Christianity both in Western history and in our current cultural milieu."--Jacket

Unearth the rich-- and often, dark-- history of funeral rites. From getting a portrait painted with a loved one's ashes to purchasing a safety coffin complete with bells and breathing tubes, Benjamin takes you on a whirlwind tour of funeral customs and trivia from all over the globe.

"This fully updated book teaches you all the statistical techniques you'll need for finance, quality, marketing, the social sciences, or anything else! Simple jargon-free explanations help you understand every technique. Practical examples and worked-out problems give you hands-on practice. Special sections present detailed instructions for developing statistical answers, using spreadsheet programs or any TI-83/TI-84 compatible calculator. This edition...