Bøger af David Gelber

Gelber, a surgeon with more than 20 years experience, gives the reader a glimpse into the mind and thought processes of surgeons. He addresses topics including how they evaluate their patients, what happens during and after surgery, and pitfalls and complications that can develop.

Legend states that the Minotaur was confined to the Labyrinth, slain by Theseus and then laid to rest by thousands of years of Greek mythology. But, the truth is far different. In this work, the Minotaur recounts his full life as god, king, warrior, matchmaker, midwife, monk, sage, father, mother, husband, and, most of all, witness.

"Night Clinic" is a place for healing, an oasis in the midst of poverty and strife. Dr. Barnes and Nurse James are the caring professionals who treat an ever changing cast of bizarre and diverse characters; sufferers who come to their Clinic after struggling through this troubled world. Broken, beaten, sick or just tired they pass through the doors of this inner city clinic looking for a cure, a kind word and a helping hand. Ordinary folks, refugees, spies, super heroes, gangsters, monsters and so many others looking for simple medical care come to the clinic seeking to have their bodies, minds and souls mended. They have names like Evella, Goddess of the Night, Curley and Cupcake, Captain Surgery and Medusa. They suffer sore throats, heart attacks, stab wounds and even fleas. They all have one thing in common: they come to the "Night Clinic" looking for health, happiness and peace. The complete collection of "Night Clinic" short stories takes the reader into a world of medicine unlike any other and promises a wild ride on the road to health and well being.

Little Bit, the famous West Highland White Terrier featured in David Gelber's ITP series, tells his own story in the aptly titled, Little Bit's Story. Born the runt of the litter, he rises above his humble beginnings to become the greatest dog of all time, going from adventure to adventure as brother, fighter, explorer, thief, and finally, aviator. Little Bit soars as he travels to places no being, canine or human, has ever ventured while bringing hope to all the world. So it's "hip hip hooray for the hero of the day..." as Little Bit battles danger and escapes peril, using all his terrier skills to triumph over evil again and again. You'll love Little Bit, the incredible West Highland White Terrier. and