Bøger udgivet af Ruffian Press

Amazing Days, Endless Nights presents a variety of interesting, unusual, somtimes terrifying surgical cases that have been experienced by the author, Dr. David Gelber, over his many years practicing general surgery.

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.

"Under the Drapes: More Mystique of Surgery" takes the reader into the world of surgery and surgeons, exploring why they operate, while detailing a wide variety of medical conditions that lead patients to the operating suite. The interaction between surgeon and patient is also examined in humorous and poignant ways. Pitfalls of surgery, as well as miraculous recoveries are presented and discussed. "Under the Drapes" is an informative and moving follow-up to Dr. Gelber's previous book, "Behind the Mask: The Mystique of Surgery and the Surgeons Who Perform Them," which delved into the surgeon's thought processes before, during and after a surgery is performed.

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