* Logical structure, with relevant chapters grouped into coherent sections, eg soft lenses will always be considered before rigid lenses to reflect current usage than historical development. * Completely up to date * A correct balance of material between and within sections and chapters to reflect relative importance of different topics * Modern, attractive style concentrating on key points * Illustrations of the highest quality and design * Full colour, attractively presented format * Clinical protocols and guidance for practitioners * Truly this book will be the definitive 21st Century text on the subject for all students and practitioners Logical structure, with relevant chapters grouped into coherent sections for easy reference Up-to-date for accurate information Chapters are contexualised through cross-referencing - helping to reflect the relative importance of different topics Provides an 'historical time line' of contact lens development and explains the current global situation Explains how contact lenses are fabricated, designed, manufactured and measured Outlines a rational clinical approach to modern contact lens fitting - practical advice for the clinic and the classroom! Reviews the scientific principles that underpin the clinical application of contact lenses