We inherit mechanisms for survival from our primeval past; none so obviously as those involved in reproduction The hormone testosterone underlies the organization of activation of masculinity it changes the body & brain to make a male It is involved not only in sexuality but in driving aggression competitiveness risk-taking
- all elements that were needed for successful survival & reproduction in the past But these ancient systems are carried forward into a modern world The ancient world shaped the human brain but the modern world is shaped by that brain How does this world with all its cultural political & social variations deal with & control the primeval role of testosterone which continues to be essential for the survival of the species? Sex aggression winning losing gangs war the powerful effects of testosterone are entwined with them all These are the ingredients of human history so testosterone has played a central role in our story In Testosterone Joe Herbert explains the nature of this potent hormone how it operates in mammals in general & in humans in particular what we know about its role in influencing various aspects of behaviour in men & what we are beginning to understand of its role in women From rape to gang warfare among youths understanding the workings of testosterone is critical to enable us to manage its continuing powerful effects in modern society This paperback edition

Includes:: expanded material reflecting the latest research on the role of testosterone in women & in street gangs


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WINNER OF THE 2017 ROYAL SOCIETY INSIGHT INVESTMENT SCIENCE BOOK PRIZEWhat the judges said ' Every man & woman should read this book on gender bias an important yet wickedly witty book' ' Fine's entertaining & thoughtful book is a valuable addition to the discussion about gender' Ian Critchley Sunday Times ' In addition to being hopeful Fine is also angry We should all be angry Testosterone Rex is a debunking rumble that ought to inspire a roar' Guardian'A densely packed spirited book with an unusual combination of academic rigour & readability The expression "essential reading for everyone" is usually untrue as well as a cliche but if there were a book deserving of that description this might just be it' Antonia Macaro Financial Times Testosterone Rex is the powerful myth that squashes hopes of sex equality by telling us that men & women have evolved different natures Fixed in an ancestral past that rewarded competitive men & caring women these differences are supposedly re-created in each generation by sex hormones & male & female brains Testosterone so we're told is the very essence of masculinity & biological sex is a fundamental force in our development Not so says psychologist Cordelia Fine who shows with wit & panache that sex doesn't create male & female natures Instead sex hormones culture & evolution work together in ways that make past & present gender dynamics only a serving suggestion for the future
- not a recipe Testosterone Rex brings together evolutionary science psychology neuroscience & social history to move beyond old nature versus nurture' debates & to explain why it's time to unmake the tyrannical myth of Testosterone Rex For fans of Fine
- whose Delusions of Gender could have far-reaching consequences as significant as The Female Eunuch' (Viv Groskop Guardian)
- & thousands of new readers this is an upbeat timely & important contribution to the debate about gender in society


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WINNER OF THE 2017 ROYAL SOCIETY INSIGHT INVESTMENT SCIENCE BOOK PRIZEWhat the judges said ' Every man & woman should read this book on gender bias an important yet wickedly witty book' ' Fine's entertaining & thoughtful book is a valuable addition to the discussion about gender' Ian Critchley Sunday Times ' In addition to being hopeful Fine is also angry We should all be angry Testosterone Rex is a debunking rumble that ought to inspire a roar' Guardian'A densely packed spirited book with an unusual combination of academic rigour & readability The expression essential reading for everyone is usually untrue as well as a cliche but if there were a book deserving of that description this might just be it' Antonia Macaro Financial Times Testosterone Rex is the powerful myth that squashes hopes of sex equality by telling us that men & women have evolved different natures Fixed in an ancestral past that rewarded competitive men & caring women these differences are supposedly re-created in each generation by sex hormones & male & female brains Testosterone so we're told is the very essence of masculinity & biological sex is a fundamental force in our development Not so says psychologist Cordelia Fine who shows with wit & panache that sex doesn't create male & female natures Instead sex hormones culture & evolution work together in ways that make past & present gender dynamics only a serving suggestion for the future
- not a recipe Testosterone Rex brings together evolutionary science psychology neuroscience & social history to move beyond old nature versus nurture' debates & to explain why it's time to unmake the tyrannical myth of Testosterone Rex For fans of Fine
- whose Delusions of Gender could have far-reaching consequences as significant as The Female Eunuch' (Viv Groskop Guardian)
- & thousands of new readers this is an upbeat timely & important contribution to the debate about gender in society


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1968 At the height of the Vietnam War Marine Eugene Smith & local woman Quang Ha have found each other in the midst of the violence that surrounds them They plan to leave the war behind & begin a new life in America But when a fellow Marine is brutally murdered on the eve of the Tet Offensive Eugene & Ha’s plans are gone forever Eugene finds himself in a city on fire desperate to find the woman he loves 1984 The war is over Eugene is wounded inside & out & now he finds himself going back to Vietnam to set things right & start again But as Eugene sinks deeper into a 16-year-old murder investigation he finally understands how wrong he’s been & that some wounds never heal In this critically acclaimed book writer Paul Allor & artist Paul Tucker present an extraordinary heartfelt story of hard-boiled crime war-torn romance & the aftermath of violence on the human soul ...

Nintendo figures are here! World of Nintendo brings many of it classic characters to the 25 mini figure format while adding in some that have yet to be seen Unlike previous mini PVC figures these figures are semi-articulated! Relive all of your greatest Nintendo moments
- Collect them all!
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99 players only one will remain! Tetris 99 is the iconic puzzle game as you&ve never seen it before Can you pick the right strategy to best 98 other players online
- all at the same time?! Contains a 12 month individual membership for Nintendo Switch Online to enhance your gaming experience 99 players only one will remain! Tetris 99 is the iconic puzzle game as you&ve never seen it before Can you pick the right strategy to best 98 other players online
- all at the same time?! This physical version

Includes:: all content from the big block DLC featuring additional modes CPU battle Battle against 98 Bots Defeat the machines! Marathon go for the most lines & the highest score! Additional offline local multiplayer modes will also arrive later this year Local Arena get up to eight friends together for a local battle!2P share battle share Joy-Con controllers for a two-player game! Will require a UK Nintendo Switch account to activate



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Music backgrounds sounds special effects everything down to the Tetris pieces themselves pulse dance shimmer & explode in perfect sync with how you&re playing RELAX FOCUS ESCAPE Lose yourself in over 30 captivating stages with 16 modes to suit every mood & skill level GET IN THE "ZONE" Stop time & falling Tetriminos to rack up huge bonuses & survive the most challenging levels Named after a real-world phenomenon where players& brains are so engrossed in playing Tetris that images of the iconic falling Tetriminos (the Tetris playing pieces) linger in their vision thoughts & even dreams Required for VR Features (not included) Play Station VR Headset Play Station 4 Camera ...

The new Tetris Light from Paladone Products is the perfect gift for fans of the ever-popular Tetris video game Mains-powered each Tetrimino combines to create a fascinating & stylish lamp Once the blue Tetrimino is plugged in & illuminated the other Tetriminos can be added in endless combinations As soon as each Tetrimino comes into contact with one already illuminated it too will light up Remove it from the rest of the Tetris Light & it immediately turns off There are countless ways the Tetris Light can be stacked just put your Tetris gaming skills to the test The Tetris Light contains seven individual Tetrimino lights & a mains adaptor The Tetris brand is one of the leading & most distinctive video game brands & franchises in the world In the game&s 27 year history hundreds of millions of players have experienced the Tetris Effect Currently over a billion games are played online every month Loved globally by people of all ages & all cultures the Tetris game continues to be one of the most widely recognized video games of all time Product Features UK Mains adaptor included Endless combinations Stylish Plug in the main blue tetrimino & the others light up when added Seven individual coloured tetrimino lights Box Contains 7 x individual Tetrimino lights 1 x UK mains adapter ...

The world&s most loved puzzle game arrives on Nintendo 3DS & is better than ever in Tetris Ultimate With six exciting modes fun new features & unique visuals the evolution of this iconic game is the ultimate must-have on your portable console Experience the best of Tetris In this fast-paced game of skills you can take on the puzzle game solo battle a friend partner up with friends or make battle teams Up to four players can get in on the action Marathon – Get to level 15 & rack up as many points as you can Endless – Go as high as level 30 & keep clearing lines as long as possible Ultra – Get your highest score before time runs out in this three-minute challenge Sprint – Clear 40 lines as quickly as you can Battle – Go head-to-head to knock out your opponents Power-Up Battle – Be the last person playing after using crazy power-ups! Go on the offensive with Carousel & make your opponent&s Well shift to the left after each move or trigger Let It Rain & dump garbage down on top of them Buzz Saw helps you out by clearing away a number of your lines – especially useful when you&re in a spot of trouble Stay connected with friends Social feeds keep you up to date with in-game events & allow you to track your friends& scores Tetris Ultimate captures & saves your play style allowing you to always be able to play with or against your friends even when they are offline If your scores get beat view your friends& strategies via their in-game replays then challenge & beat them! Celebrate wins & compete Leaderboards make it easy to post your scores & see how you measure up against your friends Challenge yourself & stack your skills & scores against other great players around the globe An official Tetris rank in the shape of Tetriminos has been implemented to classify & identify the top players Play by championship rules for an even greater feat to see where you place among the most elite players Are you one of the best in the world? ...

The world&s most loved puzzle game arrives on Play Station Vita & is better than ever in Tetris Ultimate With six exciting modes fun new features & unique visuals the evolution of this iconic game is the ultimate must-have on your portable console Experience the best of Tetris In this fast-paced game of skills you can take on the puzzle game solo battle a friend partner up with friends or make battle teams Up to four players can get in on the action Marathon – Get to level 15 & rack up as many points as you can Endless – Go as high as level 30 & keep clearing lines as long as possible Ultra – Get your highest score before time runs out in this three-minute challenge Sprint – Clear 40 lines as quickly as you can Battle – Go head-to-head to knock out your opponents Power-Up Battle – Be the last person playing after using crazy power-ups! Go on the offensive with Carousel & make your opponent&s Well shift to the left after each move or trigger Let It Rain & dump garbage down on top of them Buzz Saw helps you out by clearing away a number of your lines – especially useful when you&re in a spot of trouble Stay connected with friends Social feeds keep you up to date with in-game events & allow you to track your friends& scores Tetris Ultimate captures & saves your play style allowing you to always be able to play with or against your friends even when they are offline If your scores get beat view your friends& strategies via their in-game replays then challenge & beat them! Celebrate wins & compete Leaderboards make it easy to post your scores & see how you measure up against your friends Challenge yourself & stack your skills & scores against other great players around the globe An official Tetris rank in the shape of Tetriminos has been implemented to classify & identify the top players Play by championship rules for an even greater feat to see where you place among the most elite players Are you one of the best in the world? ...