John Hewitt: 21 books

It is a commonly held belief that television news in Britain, on whatever channel, is more objective, more trustworthy, more neutral than press reporting. The illusion is exploded in this controversial study by the Glasgow University Media Group, originally published in 1976. The authors undertook...

First published in 1980, More Bad News is the Second Volume in the research findings of the Glasgow University Media Group. It develops the analytic findings and methods of the first volume Bad News through a series of Case Studies of Television News Coverage, and argues that much of what passes as...

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the muscles around the, neck, shoulders, upper arms, hips, buttocks, or thighs. The term literally means “rheumatic type of pain in many muscles.” Polymyalgia rheumatica is a medical condition which is potentially treatable....

Polymyositis (PM) is an inflammatory muscle disease that causes weakness and swelling of the skeletal muscles, which control movement. If you or a loved on is suffering from this devastating disease, Polymyositis: Causes, Tests and Treatment is the reference book you need to beat the disease and live a symptom free life.

Addison’s disease is a rare disorder of the endocrine system that carries its name after Thomas Addison, the physician who first observed the condition in 1855. Addison's disease can lead to heart problems, breathing difficulties, electrolyte imbalances and if left untreated, death. Addison’s...

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids. The word ‘blepharitis’ comes from two Greek words: blepharos which means ‘eyelid’ and ‘itis’ which typically means inflammation. It can cause irritation, itching and redness on the eyelids, at the part where eyelashes grow. Blepharitis can...

Pectus excavatum is a condition acquired at the time of birth. It results in a deformed chest with the sternum (breastbone) sunk into the chest. This comprehensive book covers all you need to know about this condition and covers causes, tests and treatment options including surgical and non-surgical treatments.

Canine parvovirus, “parvo,” is a viral disease that is common in puppies under six months old. Parvovirus is a kind of virus that has many types. Each type normally affects specific species such as dogs, cats, or humans. Today, canine parvovirus is one of the most widespread diseases found in...

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the muscles around the, neck, shoulders, upper arms, hips, buttocks, or thighs. The term literally means “rheumatic type of pain in many muscles.” Polymyalgia rheumatica is a medical condition which is potentially treatable....

What does it really take to WIN in your business? John Hewitt’s no-nonsense personal story will knock you out of your comfort zone and show you how to win in any business you choose. Hewitt has been called annoying, challenging and brilliant—with a fanatical desire to improve and out-give everyone he meets. He competes to win!

The Event Horizon is Book One of The Alliance Series. Should there be a demand for more the series will increase in size. Book one shows the first contact between man and our Brethren, the humanoids of the four worlds of the twin star solar system. We find ourselves on the first recorded journey outside...

Gritty, realistic, raw… Nine authors get real and dish up some of the best young adult fiction around. From family issues to teens struggling to find themselves, this collection offers a great escape while reminding us all that the best way to discover ourselves, is to embrace the hope we all have...

The Human Tradition in America from the Colonial Era through Reconstruction is a collection of the best biographical sketches from several volumes in SR Books' popular Human Tradition in America Series. Compiled by Series Editor Charles W. Calhoun, this book brings American history to life by illuminating...

This collection of 17 biographies provides a unique opportunity for the reader to go beyond the popular heroes of the American Revolution and discover the diverse populace that inhabited the colonies during this pivotal point in history.