Illustrated in full colour, this book should become a very useful reference in the field. The book introduces the reader to the mechanisms and principles of basic immunology and allergy before dicussing in detail the clinical presentation, treatment and prognosis of allergic diseases. The consise yet comprehensive explanatory text is accompanied by carefully chosen colour photographs and specially designed illustrations to explain clearly the concepts discussed in the text. The book should be of interest to all students and physicians of allergy.
Stephen T. Holgate Knihy
Stephen Holgate is a diplomat and writer whose experiences abroad, particularly his time with the American Embassy in Morocco, deeply inform his literary work. His background also includes diverse roles such as a congressional staffer, campaign manager, and improvisational actor, which imbue his storytelling with a unique breadth and perspective. Holgate's writing is characterized by its engagement with varied human experiences and the intricacies of different cultural landscapes. His debut novel, Tangier, draws upon this rich tapestry of international and domestic adventures.


There are currently no other texts on the market that cover the whole spectrum of both pathophysiology and clinical management of rhinitis and asthma as comprehensively as this new volume. From disease classification the reader is taken through the epidemiology of asthma and rhinitis, to treatment of the various forms of both diseases