The book "Neural Blockade in Clinical Anesthesia and Management of Pain" by Michael J. Cousin, M.D., and Philip O. Bridenbaugh, M.D., is an extensive and comprehensive resource on neural blockade. Editor Burnell R. Brown, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., and a team of 39 internationally recognized contributors have organized the content into an introduction, three major parts, and numerous detailed chapters. The introduction provides a concise history of local anesthesia, while the first part covers the pharmacology and physiology of neural blockade. The second part delves into various techniques, including central and extremity blockades, with detailed discussions on specialized surgical applications and potential complications. The third part focuses on the management of pain using these methodologies. Each chapter is well-structured, clearly written, and supported by figures and tables, making it accessible and useful for both beginners and specialists. The book is highly recommended for medical students, residents, and specialists in anesthesiology and pain management, despite its high price.The book "Neural Blockade in Clinical Anesthesia and Management of Pain" by Michael J. Cousin, M.D., and Philip O. Bridenbaugh, M.D., is an extensive and comprehensive resource on neural blockade. Editor Burnell R. Brown, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., and a team of 39 internationally recognized contributors have organized the content into an introduction, three major parts, and numerous detailed chapters. The introduction provides a concise history of local anesthesia, while the first part covers the pharmacology and physiology of neural blockade. The second part delves into various techniques, including central and extremity blockades, with detailed discussions on specialized surgical applications and potential complications. The third part focuses on the management of pain using these methodologies. Each chapter is well-structured, clearly written, and supported by figures and tables, making it accessible and useful for both beginners and specialists. The book is highly recommended for medical students, residents, and specialists in anesthesiology and pain management, despite its high price.