Shale oil and gas have altered the energy landscape, possibly permanently. They burst upon the fossil energy scene with a suddenness that initially defied prediction. Even the political balance of the world has changed. But, with the methods employed, the vast majority of the oil and gas remains in the ground. At the same time, serious environmental impact issues have been raised. A new volume in the Emerging Issues in Analytical Chemistry series, Sustainable Shale Oil and Gas: Analytical Chemistry, Geochemistry, and Biochemistry Methods was written on the premise that analytical methods to inform these areas were wanting. While not attempting to be comprehensive, it describes important analytical methods, some still in development. These methods are underpinned primarily by chemistry, but geochemistry and even biochemistry play significant roles. The book has a solutions flavor; problems are posed together with approaches to ameliorate them.

Allergies, asthma, obesity, stomachaches, acne: these are just a few of the conditions that may be caused--and cured--by the microscopic life inside us. Understand how to use groundbreaking science to improve your health, mood, and more.
In just the last few years, scientists have shown how the microscopic ecosystem within our bodies--particularly within our intestines--has an astonishing impact on our lives. Pioneering scientist Rob Knight and award-winning science journalist Brendan Buhler explain--with humor and witty metaphors--why these new findings matters to everyone.
You are mostly not you. The human gut is host to trillions of microbes, and evidence shows that small changes in these microbes present (altered by antibiotics, diet, geographic region, and so on) may affect weight, likelihood of disease, and even psychological factors like risk-taking behavior. The evidence for their influence is astonishing. Rob Knight is one of the key figures driving forward this new science. His work demonstrates the startling connection between the presence of certain harmless bacteria and the health benefits we all seek--for ourselves and our children.
In "Follow Your Gut," Knight pairs with Brendan Buhler, an award-winning science writer, to explore the previously unseen world inside our bodies. With a practical eye toward deeper knowledge and better decisions, they lead a detailed tour of our "microbiome" as well as an exploration of the known effects of antibiotics, probiotics, diet choices, birth method, and access to livestock on our children's lifelong health. Ultimately, this pioneering book explains how to learn about your own "microbiome" and take steps toward understanding and improving your health, using the latest research as a guide.

This Three-Books-in-One package is probably the ultimate authority in the field of child protection and safety, not only because the primary author is an experienced police officer and law enforcement college instructor, but because it is presented as training manuals for both parents and children. The author states that "talking to" your children is ineffective. Children who have been told never to talk to or go with a stranger always fail when put to the test. Children must be trained using sound principles of child education. This book provides excellent information about child safety and protection, plus the methodology to teach it effectively. The third book in the package provides excellent stories and poems from the "Days of Yore," with full color illustrations to teach children in an entertaining manner.