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John Lewis Gaddis
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Oxford
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The United States And The End Of The Cold War - Implications, Reconsiderations, Provocations
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This book is an insightful reassessment of the Cold War, shedding new light on its ending and its aftermath. The author, John Lewis Gaddis, provides a fresh assessment of the evolution of the war and offers thoughtful essays on the history of international relations during the last half century, including espionage, morality and containment. Gaddis concludes with a consideration of the problems and forces at work in the post-Cold War world. This is a great read for anyone interested in Cold War history and its implications on the future.
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C.C. Chin, Karl Hack |
Singapore
University
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Dialogues with Chin Peng : New Light on the Malayan Communist Party
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This book could be a valuable read for those interested in the history of the Malayan Communist Party. The unique feature of this book is the presentation of history as dialogue and debate, which offers a well-rounded perspective of both sides of the conflict. This book also includes previously unseen Communist Party documents and propaganda posters, which enhance the reader's understanding of this historical period.
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Ronald Hutton
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Oxford
University
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The Restoration: A Political and Religious History of England and Wales, 1658-67
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In less than a decade, the commonwealth of Oliver Cromwell was dramatically transformed into the very different realm of the Restoration monarchy. This is the first detailed account of this vital and eventful period, which witnessed the end of a republic, the reestablishment of royal government, naval wars, plague, religious persecution, and the destruction of the capital in the Great Fire. Drawing on a wealth of public and private manuscript sources to rework each issue anew, Hutton explores the way government policy was set and put into practice during these nine years and how national concerns, local issues, and various social, political, and religious groups all interacted to influence the shifting currents of the nation's affairs.
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Jeffrey Kallberg
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Harvard
University
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Chopin At The Boundaries - Sex, History, And Musical Genre
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The complex status of Chopin in our culture--he was a native Pole and adopted Frenchman, and a male composer writing in "feminine" genres--is the subject of Jeffrey Kallberg's absorbing book. Combining social history, literary theory, musicology, and feminist thought, Chopin at the Boundaries is the first book to situate Chopin's music within the construct of his somewhat marginal sexual identity and to explore how this should figure in our understanding of his compositional methods. Through this novel approach, Kallberg reveals a new Chopin, one situated precisely where questions of gender open up into the very important question of genre.
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John G. Butcher, R.E. Elson |
National
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Sovereignty and the Sea: How Indonesia Became an Archipelagic State
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If the intricate dance of geopolitics fascinates you, "Sovereignty and the Sea" offers a deep dive into Indonesia's strategic masterstroke in international negotiation. It's not just a historical account; it's an inspirational saga about how perseverance and diplomacy can reshape a nation's identity. This book could be just the ticket for anyone interested in maritime law, Southeast Asian politics, or the sheer power of tenacious diplomacy.
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Georg Sorensen, Robert H. Jackson |
Oxford
University
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Introduction To International Relations - Theories And Approaches
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This book is perfect for anyone looking to delve into the complex world of international relations. With its thorough examination of various theories and approaches, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Whether you're a student or someone interested in global politics, this book offers critical analysis and real-life examples to help you grasp the intricacies of international relations. It is an essential resource for those seeking to enhance their knowledge and engage in informed discussions about world politics.
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Edward Garden
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Oxford
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Tchaikovsky
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Celebrating its 100th anniversary, this extraordinary series continues to amaze and captivate its readers with detailed insight into the lives and work of music's geniuses. Unlike other composer biographies that focus narrowly on the music, this series explores the personal history of each composer and the social context surrounding the music. In a precise, engaging, and authoritative manner, each volume combines a vivid portrait of the master musicians' inspirations, influences, life experiences, even their weaknesses, with an accessible discussion of their work-all in roughly 300 pages. Further, each volume offers superb reference material, including a detailed life and times chronology, a complete list of works, a personalia glossary highlighting the important people in the composer's life, and a select bibliography. Under the supervision of music expert and series general editor Stanley Sadie, Master Musicians will certainly proceed to delight music scholars, seriousmusicians, and all music lovers for another hundred years.In this edition, Edward Garden assesses the operas, ballets, and other works against the background of Tchaikovsky's eventful life; his ill-judged marriage, his curious pen-friendship with his patron Nadezhda von Meck, and his relationship with Balakirev and other Russian composers. Garden also examines the conflicting theories on the manner of Tchaikovsky's death and has updated the bibliography and other appendices.
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Rodolphe De Koninck, Julie Drolet, Marc Girard |
National
University
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Singapore
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Singapore : An Atlas of Perpetual Territorial Transformation
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Since 1965, when it became a fully independent city-state, Singapore has been an effervescent laboratory of economic, social and environmental transformation and innovation. The government of the small island republlc, which currently covers about 720 sq km, has thoroughly transformed and extended the lands under its control to serve the needs and ambitions of its citizens. The systematic overhaul of the Singaporean environment reflects a deliberate policy of social transformation, a revolution controlled and monitored from above.While Singapore's achievements in the realm of economic and social development have been carefully observed, little has been said about the close connections between these accomplishments and territorial management. Based on an extended series of diachronic maps, this book illustrates the nature and depth of the territorial changes that have occurred since the early 1960s. The commentary that accompanies the maps shows how Singapore has used this ongoing territorial transformation to support its position in a globalized economy, and also as a tool of social and political management.
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Gilbert Rozman
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Princeton
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The East Asian Region : Confucian Heritage and Its Modern Adaptation
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This book provides insight into the history and transformation of Confucian values in East Asia over the past 2,000 years. It is recommended for those with an interest in East Asian history and culture, specifically Confucianism, and how it has adapted in modern times. The book offers a broad historical context and expert analysis for readers to deepen their understanding of this complex topic.
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Paul Ricœur, Kathleen McLaughlin, David Pellauer |
University
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Time and Narrative: v. 1
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Time and Narrative builds on Paul Ricoeur's earlier analysis, in The Rule of Metaphor, of semantic innovation at the level of the sentence. Ricoeur here examines the creation of meaning at the textual level, with narrative rather than metaphor as the ruling concern.Ricoeur finds a "healthy circle" between time and narrative: time is humanized to the extent that it portrays temporal experience. Ricoeur proposes a theoretical model of this circle using Augustine's theory of time and Aristotle's theory of plot and, further, develops an original thesis of the mimetic function of narrative. He concludes with a comprehensive survey and critique of modern discussions of historical knowledge, understanding, and writing from Aron and Mandelbaum in the late 1930s to the work of the Annales school and that of Anglophone philosophers of history of the 1960s and 1970s."This work, in my view, puts the whole problem of narrative, not to mention philosophy of history, on a new and higher plane of discussion."—Hayden White, History and Theory "Superb. . . . A fine point of entrance into the work of one of the eminent thinkers of the present intellectual age."—Joseph R. Gusfield, Contemporary Sociology
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Philip Ball
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University
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Chicago
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Curiosity - How Science Became Interested In Everything
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Dive into the world of scientific curiosity with "Curiosity - How Science Became Interested In Everything." Philip Ball takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history and development of scientific inquiry, revealing how curiosity has shaped our understanding of the world. From ancient to modern times, this book delves into the inquisitive nature of scientists and the transformative power of curiosity. Whether you're a science enthusiast or simply curious about the inner workings of scientific exploration, this book is a must-read for anyone eager to uncover the profound impact of curiosity on human knowledge.
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Sudhir Vadaketh
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Hong
Kong
University
Press
Floating on a Malayan Breeze : Travels in Malaysia and Singapore
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What happens after a country splits apart? Forty-five years ago Singapore separated from Malaysia. Since then, the two countries have developed along their own paths. Malaysia has given preference to the majority Malay Muslims -- the bumiputera, or sons of the soil. Singapore, meanwhile, has tried to build a meritocracy -- ostensibly colour-blind, yet more encouraging perhaps to some Singaporeans than to others. How have these policies affected ordinary people? How do these two divergent nations now see each other and the world around them? Seeking answers to these questions, two Singaporeans set off to cycle around Peninsular Malaysia, armed with a tent, two pairs of clothes and a daily budget of three US dollars each. They spent 30 days on the road, cycling through every Malaysian state, and chatting with hundreds of Malaysians. Not satisfied, they then went on to interview many more people in Malaysia and Singapore. What they found are two countries that have developed economically but are still struggling to find their souls.
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Anthony Reid
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National
University
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Singapore
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To Nation by Revolution : Indonesia in the 20th Century
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The twelve chapters of this book all derive from the reflections of a prominent historian on the nature of modern Indonesian history, over a 40-year time span. A central thread running through the book is the importance of the fact that Indonesia entered the modern community of nation-states through political revolution. This revolution has often been denied or downplayed as a failure because it did not have a communist outcome like those of China and Vietnam. A much better analogy is the French revolution - a profound breaking with and discrediting of the ancien regime but without the guiding hand of a disciplined party intent on power. Like other revolutions, it demanded a huge price in violence, human suffering, and the loss of cultural traditions; like them too, it offered a glittering prize. The prize turned out not to be the freedom and equality of which the revolutionaries had dreamt, but a previously inconceivable unity enforced by a state of a completely new kind. The Faustian bargain in by which Indonesia was created in the 1940s is at the heart of this book. All the chapters save one have been revised and updated for this publication, with the injection of some additional optimism called for by post-1998 democracy. The exception is the earliest paper, from 1967, on the paroxysm of violence that punctuated Indonesia's independent history from 1965-1966. This piece has been left unchanged as a document in the early quest for understanding of those horrific events.
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Ross E. Dunn, Ibn Battuta |
University
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California
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The Adventures Of Ibn Battuta - A Muslim Traveler Of The Fourteenth Century
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Ross Dunn here recounts the great traveler's remarkable career, interpreting it within the cultural and social context of Islamic society and giving the reader both a biography of an extraordinary personality and a study of the hemispheric dimensions of human interchange in medieval times.
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David Shambaugh
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Cambridge
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The Modern Chinese State
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The Modern Chinese State is the first book to examine systematically the evolution of the Chinese state from the late Ming Dynasty of the 17th century, through the Nationalist and Communist party states of the 20th century, and into the 21st century. Leading scholars on modern China carefully assess the internal organization of the Chinese state over time, the ruling parties that have governed it, the foreign and indigenous systems that have served as models for state-building and political development, and the array of concepts that have guided Chinese thinking about the state.
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Tim Judah
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Oxford
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Kosovo : What Everyone Needs to Know (R)
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On February 17, 2008, Kosovo declared its independence, becoming the seventh state to emerge from the break-up of the former Yugoslavia. A tiny country of just two million people, 90% of whom are ethnic Albanians, Kosovo is central-geographically, historically, and politically-to the future of the Western Balkans and, in turn, its potential future within the European Union. But the fate of both Kosovo, condemned by Serbian leaders as a "fake state" and the region as a whole, remains uncertain.In Kosovo: What Everyone Needs to Know®, Tim Judah provides a straight-forward guide to the complicated place that is Kosovo. Judah, who has spent years covering the region, offers succinct, penetrating answers to a wide range of questions: Why is Kosovo important? Who are the Albanians? Who are the Serbs? Why is Kosovo so important to Serbs? What role does Kosovo play in the region and in the world? Judah reveals how things stand now and presents the history and geopolitical dynamics that have led to it. The most important of these is the question of the right to self-determination, invoked by the Kosovo Albanians, as opposed to right of territorial integrity invoked by the Serbs. For many Serbs, Kosovo's declaration of independence and subsequent recognition has been traumatic, a savage blow to national pride. Albanians, on the other hand, believe their independence rights an historical wrong: the Serbian conquest (Serbs say "liberation") of Kosovo in 1912.For anyone wishing to understand both the history and possible future of Kosovo at this pivotal moment in its history, this book offers a wealth of insight and information in a uniquely accessible format.What Everyone Needs to Know® is a registered trademark of Oxford University Press.
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Sumit Ganguly
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Cambridge
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The Crisis In Kashmir - Portents Of War, Hopes Of Peace
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This book is a comprehensive analysis of the Kashmir conflict. It provides a detailed account of the history of the crisis and the potential for either peaceful resolution or further escalation towards war. Recommended for those interested in South Asian politics and global conflicts. Users will appreciate how the author presents both sides of the conflict and provides potential solutions to the issue.
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Frits Kalshoven, Liesbeth Zegveld |
Cambridge
University
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Constraints on the Waging of War : An Introduction to International Humanitarian Law
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This fully revised fourth edition of Constraints on the Waging of War considers the development of the principal rules of international humanitarian law from their origins to the present day. Of particular focus are the rules governing weapons and the legal instruments through which respect for the law can be enforced. Combining theory and actual practice, this book appeals to specialists as well as to students turning to the subject for the first time.
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Alan R.H. Baker, Denis E. Cosgrove |
Cambridge
University
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The Iconography of Landscape: Essays on the Symbolic Representation, Design and Use of Past Environments - Cambridge Studies in Historical Geography
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If you're intrigued by the way human cultures interpret and shape the environment, "The Iconography of Landscape" is a thoughtful dive into the subject. You'll appreciate how it brings together different scholarly perspectives to dissect the narrative and artistic layers that landscapes hold, revealing how deeply intertwined our social history and surroundings are. Whether you're a student of architecture, geography, art history, or simply have a love for how story and place intersect, this book offers a rich, scholarly examination that could change the way you see the world around you.
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Jan Assmann, Robert Savage |
Princeton
University
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The Invention Of Religion - Faith And Covenant In The Book Of Exodus
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in unraveling the profound influence of the Book of Exodus on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Jan Assmann skillfully delves into the intricate layers of this ancient scripture, revealing how it shaped the very foundations of monotheistic faiths. With a keen focus on themes of revelation, covenant, and the relationship between God and humanity, this book illuminates the enduring significance of the Exodus narrative and its impact on religious belief and practice. Prepare to be captivated by the remarkable insights and thought-provoking revelations within these pages.
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Henk Schulte Nordholt
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Singapore
University
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Locating Southeast Asia : Geographies of Knowledge and Politics of Space
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This book offers a multi-perspective understanding of Southeast Asia, highlighting the region's complex and diverse geographies, cultures, and politics. It provides valuable insights into the historical, cultural, and economic dimensions of Southeast Asia, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the region. The book's focus on different disciplinary perspectives and the significance of borders, transnational flows, and knowledge makes it unique and distinctive, contributing to a deeper understanding of this multifaceted region.
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Charles A. Kupchan
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Oxford
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No One's World : The West, the Rising Rest, and the Coming Global Turn
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No One's World is a great read for those interested in understanding the shifting global geopolitical landscape. Charles A. Kupchan challenges the commonly held belief that the Western bubble will never burst. He emphasizes that the world is headed for political and ideological diversity and emerging powers will not defer to the West. This book can be recommended to anyone interested in politics and global affairs, as it provides a detailed strategy for striking a bargain between the West and the rising rest.
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Sumarsam
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University
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Chicago
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Gamelan - Cultural Interaction And Musical Development In Central Java
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This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the rich history and cultural significance of the gamelan. Sumarsam takes us on a journey through time, tracing the evolution of this unique music ensemble and shedding light on the diverse influences that have shaped its development. With meticulous research and insightful analysis, the author presents a comprehensive study that is both informative and engaging. Whether you are a music enthusiast or simply curious about the cultural interactions of Central Java, this book is a must-read.
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Aihwa Ong
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Duke
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Neoliberalism as Exception : Mutations in Citizenship and Sovereignty
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This book is a must-read for anyone curious about how neoliberalism shapes the world we live in. Through captivating case studies, Aihwa Ong reveals the surprising ways in which different regimes adapt and manipulate the neoliberal agenda to exert control and compete globally. By shedding light on the exceptions and transformations that occur within governing practices, Ong unravels the complex relationship between power, knowledge, and citizenship. Prepare to question the traditional boundaries of sovereignty and discover the emergence of an interactive mode of citizenship that values marketable skills over national identity.
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Madawi Al-Rasheed
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Cambridge
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Contesting the Saudi State : Islamic Voices from a New Generation
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The terms Wahhabi or Salafi are seen as interchangeable and frequently misunderstood by outsiders. However, as Madawi al-Rasheed explains in a fascinating exploration of Saudi Arabia in the twenty-first century, even Saudis do not agree on their meaning. Under the influence of mass education, printing, new communication technology, and global media, they are forming their own conclusions and debating religion and politics in traditional and novel venues, often violating official taboos and the conservative values of the Saudi society. Drawing on classical religious sources, contemporary readings and interviews, Al-Rasheed presents an ethnography of consent and contest, exploring the fluidity of the boundaries between the religious and political. Bridging the gap between text and context, the author also examines how states and citizens manipulate religious discourse for purely political ends, and how this manipulation generates unpredictable reactions whose control escapes those who initiated them.
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Haneda Masashi
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National
University
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Asian Port Cities, 1600-1800 Local and Foreign Cultural Interactions
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This book provides a unique glimpse into the complex cultural contacts that took place in Asian port cities between the 17th and 18th centuries. Through a comparative analysis of overlapping issues in various port cities such as communication, dispute resolution, family issues, and social relations, readers can gain a better understanding of the dynamic interactions between diverse communities. Recommended for those interested in learning about cultural interactions on a regional basis.
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G. Edward White
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Oxford
University
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Tort Law in America : An Intellectual History
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of tort law in America. White's approach to the subject is multi-faceted, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of the field. From intellectual history to sociology of knowledge and professionalization, Tort Law in America covers every angle. White's impressive research makes this book highly informative and easily digestible.
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Jan Morris
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Oxford
University
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The Oxford Book of Oxford
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"The Oxford Book of Oxford" is an intimate introduction to one of the world's oldest and most prestigious universities. It offers a comprehensive look at the university's history and many eccentric figures. This book would be a great read for anyone interested in Oxford, its history, or higher education in general. Its unique feature is the varied perspectives from a range of authors, from Anthony Wood to Thomas Hardy, compiled by Jan Morris.
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R. Michael Feener, Joshua Gedacht |
Edinburgh
University
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Challenging Cosmopolitanism : Coercion, Mobility and Displacement in Islamic Asia
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This book provides a critical perspective on Islamic cosmopolitanism, exploring its darker shades of power, violence, and economic control. Through new historical and ethnographic research, it contextualizes contemporary issues such as the global refugee crisis in relation to longer histories of Muslim mobility and coercion. A must-read for those interested in a nuanced understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism.
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Stephen Law
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Oxford
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Humanism: A Very Short Introduction
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This book could be a good read for someone curious about humanism and its role in today's society. Stephen Law explores the concept in a concise and accessible manner, debunking common misconceptions and showing how humanism uses science and reason to make sense of the world. Through his exploration of the arguments for and against the existence of God, Law highlights how humanism offers a positive alternative to traditional religious belief, emphasizing individual moral responsibility and the possibility of finding meaning in life without relying on religion.
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John Mark Carroll
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Hong
Kong
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A Concise History of Hong Kong
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If you're fascinated by pivotal moments in world history, "A Concise History of Hong Kong" will captivate you with its detailed account of the island's transformation. It offers a comprehensive window into how the blend of Chinese and British influences shaped modern Hong Kong—essential for those interested in the roots of present-day geopolitical landscapes.
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John A. Rice
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Cambridge
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Mozart on the Stage
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Presenting a fresh approach to Mozart's achievements as a composer for the stage, John A. Rice outlines the composer's place in the operatic culture of his time. The book tells the story of how Mozart's operas came into existence, following the processes that Mozart went through as he brought his operas from commission to performance. Chapters trace the fascinating series of interactions that took place between Mozart and librettists, singers, stage designers, orchestras, and audiences. In linking the operas by topic, Rice emphasizes what Mozart's operas have in common, regardless of when he wrote them and the genres to which they belong. Overall, the book demonstrates how Mozart's entire operatic oeuvre is the product of a single extraordinary mind and a single pan-European operatic culture.
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Alexander Laban Hinton, Robert Jay Lifton |
University
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California
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Why Did They Kill? : Cambodia in the Shadow of Genocide
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Of all the horrors human beings perpetrate, genocide stands near the top of the list. Its toll is staggering: well over 100 million dead worldwide. Why Did They Kill? is one of the first anthropological attempts to analyze the origins of genocide. In it, Alexander Hinton focuses on the devastation that took place in Cambodia from April 1975 to January 1979 under the Khmer Rouge in order to explore why mass murder happens and what motivates perpetrators to kill. Basing his analysis on years of investigative work in Cambodia, Hinton finds parallels between the Khmer Rouge and the Nazi regimes. Policies in Cambodia resulted in the deaths of over 1.7 million of that country's 8 million inhabitants―almost a quarter of the population--who perished from starvation, overwork, illness, malnutrition, and execution. Hinton considers this violence in light of a number of dynamics, including the ways in which difference is manufactured, how identity and meaning are constructed, and how emotionally resonant forms of cultural knowledge are incorporated into genocidal ideologies.
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Philip Joseph Holden, Angelia Poon, Shirley Geok-Lin Lim |
National
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Singapore
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Writing Singapore : An Historical Anthology on Singapore Literature
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The first comprehensive historical anthology of English-language writing from Singapore, this volume covers more than a century of literary production in a variety of genres. It provides readers in Singapore with an easy point of access to compelling narratives and poems, some of which have been forgotten or are difficult to obtain. For readers outside Singapore, it introduces a neglected but important range of works that represent the historical and contemporary imaginaries and realities of one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities. Uniquely in Southeast Asia, the importance of the English language continued to grow in Singapore after independence. The country's English-language literature documents and reflects on the possibilities and tensions brought about by Singapore's rapid economic transformation and changing society. Because of Singapore's small size and the lack of international reach of many of its publishers, most of this literature has received relatively little international exposure, in contrast to writing in English from the Caribbean, West Africa, or South Asia. Within Singapore itself, a number of major works have gone out of print. This pioneering anthology places key texts in a historical narrative allowing them to be read, studied, critiqued, and treasured. «This historical anthology will prove to be an important, authoritative and dependable resource for researchers, students and teachers of Singaporean literature as well as Southeast Asian literatures for many years to come...» - Eddie Tay, Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Khoo Boo Teik
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Oxford
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Paradoxes of Mahathirism: An Intellectual Biography of Mahathir Mohamad
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The book is ideal for readers interested in Malaysian politics and the intellectual evolution of Mahathir Mohamad. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of Mahathir's character, beliefs and worldview. This book delves into Mahathir's leadership style and how it shaped the history of Malaysia. It provides insights into the legacy of Mahathir's early life and the medical influence on his politics.
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Khairudin Aljunied
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Edinburgh
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Muslim Cosmopolitanism : Southeast Asian Islam in Comparative Perspective
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This book would be a great read for individuals interested in the intersection of religion and culture in Southeast Asia. The author provides a detailed examination of the historical context and case studies from Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, showcasing how Muslim individuals and societies have fostered mutual respect and tolerance between Muslims and non-Muslims. By highlighting the rise of the network society in the region up until the early 21st century, the book offers readers a unique perspective on the practices, outlook, and visions of Muslim cosmopolitanism in the region.
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Edward O. Wilson
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Harvard
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On Human Nature
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This book is a fascinating exploration of the intricate interplay between nature and nurture in determining human behavior. Edward O. Wilson challenges prevailing misconceptions and dives deep into the realm of biology's influence on our actions. Through his insightful analysis, he presents a compelling argument for the sociobiological limitations that might shape our destiny as humans. If you are intrigued by the hidden forces that drive human behavior, this thought-provoking masterpiece is a must-read. Get ready to delve into a captivating journey that will forever change your understanding of what it means to be human.
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Paul M. Handley
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Yale
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The King Never Smiles: A Biography of Thailands Bhumibol Adulyadej [Paperback] Paul M. Handley
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This book is an in-depth look into the life of Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej, providing a fascinating insight into the country's revered monarch. Handley's biography balances the king's impressive accomplishments with critical analysis of the country's political climate during his reign. If you're interested in history, political figures or Thailand's monarchy, this book is sure to keep you engaged.
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Anthony B. Atkinson
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Harvard
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Inequality : What Can Be Done?
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This book is a masterpiece on combating inequality crisis through concrete, persuasive, and innovative proposals. Atkinson's premise distinguishes that inequality is not inevitable and offers pragmatic steps towards achieving egalitarian society. We highly recommend it to readers who want practical insights, innovative solutions, and hope for social change.
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Sheldon Watts
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Yale
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Epidemics and History: Disease, Power, and Imperialism
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If you're fascinated by the interplay between disease and historical narratives, "Epidemics and History" is a compelling read. Sheldon J. Watts masterfully charts the course of epidemics through time, offering insights into how illness has not only molded human lives but also the tides of empires and economies. It's a thoughtful exploration for anyone interested in the broader implications of health on the past and present.
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Henry Kamen
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Yale
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The Spanish Inquisition : A Historical Revision
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If you're interested in Spanish history, religion, or just want a riveting read, this book is for you! Kamen provides a meticulously researched, nuanced view on the Spanish Inquisition that goes beyond popular myths. His analysis of how the Inquisition impacted Spanish intellectual life and the broader social context is insightful and thought-provoking.
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Robert A. Dahl, Ian Shapiro |
Yale
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On Democracy
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If you're fascinated by the inner workings of democracy — its strengths, challenges, and evolution — "On Democracy" will be an enlightening read. It's like a conversation with a wise elder in the field of political science; you'll gain a deeper appreciation for democratic systems and the complex forces that shape them today. Plus, with additional contemporary insights from Ian Shapiro, you're getting a bridge between foundational theory and current global trends.
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Bridget Welsh
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National
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Impressions of the Goh Chok Tong Years in Singapore
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This book is a valuable read for anyone interested in Singapore's political history and how it transformed during the 14-year tenure of Goh Chok Tong. With a collection of thought-provoking essays analyzing a range of issues from domestic politics to societal changes, readers can gain a better understanding of Singapore's remarkable journey and Goh Chok Tong's legacy as the country's second prime minister.
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Graham Huggan
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Oxford
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The Oxford Handbook of Postcolonial Studies
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The Oxford Handbook of Postcolonial Studies provides a comprehensive overview of the latest scholarship in postcolonial studies, while also considering possible future developments in the field. Original chapters written by a worldwide team of contritbuors are organised into five cross-referenced sections, "The Imperial Past," "The Colonial Present," "Theory and Practice," "Across the Disciplines," and "Across the World." The chapters offer both country-specific and comparative approaches to current issues, offering a wide range of new and interesting perspectives. The Handbook reflects the increasingly multidisciplinary nature of postcolonial studies and reiterates its continuing relevance to the study of both the colonial past--in its multiple manifestations--and the contemporary globalized world. Taken together, these essays, the dialogues they pursue, and the editorial comments that surround them constitute nothing less than a blueprint for the future of a much-contested butintellectually vibrant and politically engaged field.
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Paul Willman
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Oxford
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Understanding Management : The Social Science Foundations
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Management is a fragmented and interdisciplinary area of study, with a lot of academic branches. Willman argues this tree is narrower at its roots, and these roots lie primarily in social science. Key to the purpose of the book is to present management theory as applied social science.Developed out of a core management course at Master's level, this book introduces the field to students who may have little prior knowledge of management. Willman interprets 'management' broadly to embrace the sub-disciplines of strategy, finance, accounting, marketing, organisational behaviour and operations management. The text aims to show how they arose and how they relate, thus engaging the reader in a little history.The book is integrative, in that it seeks to find common concerns in disparate literatures. It is also critical in that it seeks to comparatively evaluate contributions to the management field both in terms of theoretical contribution and practical impact. It is intended to be accessible to a range of readers, presenting technical materials in an informal way. Finally, it is introductory in that it assumes no previous knowledge of the academic management field.
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Kevin J. Madigan
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Yale
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Medieval Christianity : A New History
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An expansive guide to the medieval world, with new attention to women, ordinary parishioners, attitudes toward Jews and Muslims, and moreFor many, the medieval world seems dark and foreign—an often brutal and seemingly irrational time of superstition, miracles, and strange relics. The aggressive pursuit of heretics and attempts to control the “Holy Land” might come to mind. Yet the medieval world produced much that is part of our world today, including universities, the passion for Roman architecture and the development of the gothic style, pilgrimage, the emergence of capitalism, and female saints. This new narrative history of medieval Christianity, spanning the period 500 to 1500 CE, attempts to integrate what is familiar to readers with new themes and narratives. Elements of novelty in the book include a steady focus on the role of women in Christianity; the relationships among Christians, Jews, and Muslims; the experience of ordinary parishioners; the adventure of asceticism, devotion, and worship; and instruction through drama, architecture, and art. Madigan expertly integrates these areas of focus with more traditional themes, such as the evolution and decline of papal power; the nature and repression of heresy; sanctity and pilgrimage; the conciliar movement; and the break between the old Western church and its reformers. Illustrated with more than forty photographs of physical remains, this book promises to become an essential guide to a historical era of profound influence.
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Andrew Dell'Antonio
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University
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Beyond Structural Listening? - Postmodern Modes Of Hearing
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This book is a must-read for music lovers who want to expand their understanding of musical meaning. It challenges the traditional approach of 'structural listening' and brings a new perspective to appreciating music. With examples ranging from Beethoven to MTV, the book provides a diverse range of insights into the varying forms of music. The approachable writing style and unique perspectives make this a perfect recommendation for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of music.
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Ruth Gerson
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Oxford
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Traditional Festivals in Thailand - Images of Asia
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If you're fascinated by the rich tapestry of Thailand's festivities, this dive into their vibrant festivals will enchant you. With Ruth Gerson's eye for detail, you'll get more than a tourist's glance—you'll understand the intertwining of religion and culture that makes these celebrations a pulsating heart of Thai life. It's a colorful window into a world of tradition and passion.
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C.M. Turnbull
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National
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A History of Modern Singapore, 1819-2005
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When C.M. Turnbull's A History of Singapore, 1819-1975 appeared in 1977, it quickly achieved recognition as the definitive history of Singapore. A second edition published in 1989 brought the story up to the elections held in 1988. In this fully revised edition, rewritten to take into account recent scholarship on Singapore, the author has added a chapter on Goh Chok Tong's premiership (1990-2004) and the transition to a government headed by Lee Hsien Loong. The book now ends in 2005, when the Republic of Singapore celebrated its 40th anniversary as an independent nation. Major changes occurred in the 1990s as the generation of leaders that oversaw the transition from a colony to independence stepped aside in favour of a younger generation of leaders. Their task was to shape a course that sustained the economic growth and social stability achieved by their predecessors, and they would be tested towards the end of the decade when Southeast Asia experienced a severe financial crisis. Many modern studies on Singapore focus on current affairs or very recent events and pay a great deal of attention to Singapore's successful transition from the developing to the developed world. However, younger historians are increasingly interested in other aspects of the country's past, particularly social and cultural issues. A History of Modern Singapore, 1819-2005 provides a solid foundation and an overarching framework for this research, surveying Singapore's trajectory from a small British port to a major trading and financial hub within the British Empire and finally to the modern city state that Singapore became after gaining independence in 1965.
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Paul Ricœur, David Pellauer, Kathleen Blamey |
University
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Chicago
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Time and Narrative: v. 3
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In the first two volumes of this work, Paul Ricoeur examined the relations between time and narrative in historical writing, fiction, and theories of literature. This final volume, a comprehensive reexamination and synthesis of the ideas developed in volumes 1 and 2, stands as Ricoeur's most complete and satisfying presentation of his own philosophy.Ricoeur's aim here is to explicate as fully as possible the hypothesis that has governed his inquiry, namely, that the effort of thinking at work in every narrative configuration is completed in a refiguration of temporal experience. To this end, he sets himself the central task of determing how far a poetics of narrative can be said to resolve the "aporias"—the doubtful or problematic elements—of time. Chief among these aporias are the conflicts between the phenomenological sense of time (that experienced or lived by the individual) and the cosmological sense (that described by history and physics) on the one hand and the oneness or unitary nature of time on the other. In conclusion, Ricoeur reflects upon the inscrutability of time itself and attempts to discern the limits of his own examination of narrative discourse."As in his previous works, Ricoeur labors as an imcomparable mediator of often estranged philosophical approaches, always in a manner that compromises neither rigor nor creativity."—Mark Kline Taylor, Christian Century"In the midst of two opposing contemporary options—either to flee into ever more precious readings . . . or to retreat into ever more safe readings . . . —Ricoeur's work offers an alternative option that is critical, wide-ranging, and conducive to new applications."—Mary Gerhart, Journal of Religion