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Michael O'Shaughnessy, Jane Stadler |
Oxford
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Media and Society : An Introduction
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This book is a great read for anyone who wants to understand the role that media plays in shaping our perceptions of gender, race, and identity. Through a personal and interactive approach, this book encourages readers to think critically about the media messages they consume. The updated edition includes new sections on interactive media technologies and culture jamming, making it a timely and relevant resource for anyone interested in media studies. Users will appreciate the many contemporary media texts discussed in this book, from 9/11 to "Big Brother," which help to illustrate the ways in which media shapes our understanding of the world around us. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to become a more media-savvy consumer.
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James Lull
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Columbia
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Media, Communication, and Culture : A Global Approach
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This book delves deep into the modern-day trends and global impact of media, communication, and culture through relatable examples and engaging explanations of complex theories. It provides a fresh and balanced perspective on the topic and is highly recommended for anyone interested in cultural studies.
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R.E. Elson
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Cambridge
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Suharto - A Political Biography
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General Suharto is synonymous with modern Indonesia. He became President amidst extreme social upheaval and mass violence in 1966 and retained his position until 1998. In this book R.E. Elson provides insights into a man who exerted extraordinary power and influence, presented himself as an infallible father of the nation, yet remained mysterious. Suharto sought to transform Indonesia into a strong, united and economically prosperous nation-state, yet after half a century of influence, he is remembered as much for extensive human rights abuse and unprecedented corruption. As Indonesia emerges from the political numbness that characterized his era, its future seems precarious. R.E. Elson is Professor, School of Asian and International Studies at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia and Director of Griffith Asia Pacific Council. He is the author of The End of Peasantry in Southeast Asia (Palgrave, 1997) and The Politics of Colonial Expansion (Southeast Asia Program Publications, 1992).
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Geoffrey Hawthorn, Bernard Williams |
Princeton
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In the Beginning Was the Deed : Realism and Moralism in Political Argument
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This book is a collection of Bernard Williams' insightful and thought-provoking essays on political philosophy. Williams argues that political thinkers should engage more directly with the realities of political life, and not just with the theories of other philosophers. He examines the core subjects of political philosophy, including justice, liberty, and democracy, and reflects on his own experience of postwar politics. The book offers an engaging introduction to those unfamiliar with a philosophical approach to politics and provides original insights into the shape and direction of liberal political thought in the past thirty-five years.
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Dipesh Chakrabarty
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Princeton
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Rethinking Working-Class History : Bengal 1890-1940
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This book is a must-read for those interested in the labor movement in Calcutta and the challenges faced by jute-mill workers from 1890 to 1940. Dipesh Chakrabarty's use of a sensitive documentary method to study the experiences of workers and their bosses is impressive. His critique of emancipatory narratives and their relationship to Marxist categories challenges traditional Marxist historiography. Chakrabarty's examination of the milieu of jute-mill workers and the way it influenced their capacity for class solidarity and "revolutionary" action will fascinate those who want to delve deeper into the subject.
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James West Davidson
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Yale
University
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A Little History of the United States
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"This is a little history with a big heart, meant to be savored more than studied, read out loud like poetry, or perhaps sung like a hymn."—Joseph J. Ellis, author of Founding Brothers"Davidson has written a work that should lead readers to reflect anew on America’s past and present. . . . We can all use not just a good refresher course on American history, but also some good historical thinking on how we might better realize freedom, equality, and E pluribus unum."— The Daily BeastA fast-paced, character-filled history that brings the unique American saga to life for readers of all agesHow did a land and people of such immense diversity come together under a banner of freedom and equality to form one of the most remarkable nations in the world? Everyone from young adults to grandparents will be fascinated by the answers uncovered in James West Davidson’s vividly told A Little History of the United States . In 300 fast-moving pages, Davidson guides his readers through 500 years, from the first contact between the two halves of the world to the rise of America as a superpower in an era of atomic perils and diminishing resources. In short, vivid chapters the book brings to life hundreds of individuals whose stories are part of the larger American story. Pilgrim William Bradford stumbles into an Indian deer trap on his first day in America; Harriet Tubman lets loose a pair of chickens to divert attention from escaping slaves; the toddler Andrew Carnegie, later an ambitious industrial magnate, gobbles his oatmeal with a spoon in each hand. Such stories are riveting in themselves, but they also spark larger questions to ponder about freedom, equality, and unity in the context of a nation that is, and always has been, remarkably divided and diverse.
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Ronald G. Knapp
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University
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House Home Family : Living and Being Chinese
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Drawing on the work of leading scholars in the fields of anthropology, architecture, art, art history, geography, and history, House Home Family explores and analyzes the functional, social, and symbolic attributes of Chinese dwellings. It goes beyond generalization to clarify the diverse nature of house, home, and family in China, exploring such topics as the Chinese garden as an integral part of living, house-building ritual and fengshui, architectural aesthetics, the inter-relatedness of furniture and architecture, preservation of historical structures, the structure and development of the family (jia), gender and household space, the role of lineage in the construction of ritual and social space, the function and meaning of the architectural division of space, and domestic space and privacy. The Chinese house, the elementary space in which a family lives and works, resonates the tensions between continuity and innovation that characterize China today. As a dynamic instrument of socialization and a domain of propriety, its "inner" and "outer" spaces as well as ornamentation and ritual helped shape the identity of the Chinese and simultaneously serve as a reflection of this identity. This inaugural volume in the series Spatial Making and Meaning in Asia’s Vernacular Architecture contains more than five hundred illustrations, most in color and including a number of rare drawings that demonstrate the richness of domestic architecture and living patterns in traditional and contemporary China. Through its exploration of how Chinese families are organized and why Chinese construct their living spaces the way they do, this carefully researched, convincingly argues, and refreshingly insightful book yields a deeper and wider understanding of what it means to live and be Chinese. Nancy Berliner, Maggie Bickford, Francesca Bray, Myron L. Cohen, David Faure, James Flath, Wen Fong, Puaypeng Ho, Nancy Jervis, Ronald G. Knapp, Cary Liu, Kai-Yin Lo, Nancy Shatzman Steinhardt, Joseph Wang, Yan Yunxiang.
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Mary Poovey
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University
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Chicago
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A History of the Modern Fact : Problems of Knowledge in the Sciences of Wealth and Society
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How did the fact become modernity's most favored unit of knowledge? How did description come to seem separable from theory in the precursors of economics and the social sciences?Mary Poovey explores these questions in A History of the Modern Fact , ranging across an astonishing array of texts and ideas from the publication of the first British manual on double-entry bookkeeping in 1588 to the institutionalization of statistics in the 1830s. She shows how the production of systematic knowledge from descriptions of observed particulars influenced government, how numerical representation became the privileged vehicle for generating useful facts, and how belief—whether figured as credit, credibility, or credulity—remained essential to the production of knowledge.Illuminating the epistemological conditions that have made modern social and economic knowledge possible, A History of the Modern Fact provides important contributions to the history of political thought, economics, science, and philosophy, as well as to literary and cultural criticism.
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Cheshire Calhoun
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Oxford
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Feminism, the Family, and the Politics of the Closet : Lesbian and Gay Displacement
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Has feminism failed lesbianism? What issues belong at the top of a lesbian and gay political agenda? This controversial new book answers these question through an in-depth examination of lesbian and gay subordination.Feminism, the Family, and the Politics of the Closet seeks to firmly place sexual orientation politics within feminist theory and define the central political issues confronting lesbian and gay men. Cheshire Calhoun critiques the analytic frameworks employed within feminism that render invisible the differences between lesbian and heterosexual women in order to bring the study of lesbian life from the margins to the center of feminist theory. Throughout, Calhoun strives to move lesbian and gay politics away from concerns of sexual regulations and toward concerns of the displacement of gays and lesbians from both the public sphere of visible citizenship and the private sphere of romance, marriage, and family. This impassioned challenge to current feminist thought is must reading for those in the areas of political theory, gender studies, sociology, and women's studies, as well as anyone concerned about the position of gays and lesbians in today's political arena.
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Craig J. Calhoun, Edward LiPuma, Moishe Postone |
University
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Chicago
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Bourdieu : Critical Perspectives
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Long a dominant figure in the French human sciences, Pierre Bourdieu has become internationally influential in the fields of sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies. A major figure in the development of "practice" as an organizing concept in social research, Bourdieu has emerged as the foremost advocate of reflexive social science; his work combines an astonishing range of empirical work with highly sophisticated theory.American reception of his works, however, has lacked a full understanding of their place within the broad context of French human science. His individual works separated by distinct boundaries between social science fields in American academia, Bourdieu's cohesive thought has come to this country in fragments.Bourdieu: Critical Perspectives provides a unified and balanced appraisal of Bourdieu's varied works by both proponents and skeptics. The essays are written from the varied viewpoints of cultural anthropology, ethnomethodology and other varieties of sociology, existential and Wittgensteinian philosophies, linguistics, media studies, and feminism. They work around three main themes: Bourdieu's effort to transcend gaps between practical knowledge and universal structures, his central concept of "reflexivity," and the relations between social structure, systems of classification, and language.Ultimately, the contributors raise a variety of crucial theoretical questions and address problems that are important not only to understanding Bourdieu but to advancing empirical work of the kind he has pioneered. In an essay written especially for this volume, Bourdieu describes his own "mode of intellectual production" and the reasons he sees for its common misunderstanding.The contributors are Hubert Dreyfus, Paul Rabinow, Charles Taylor, Aaron Cicourel, James Collins, William Hanks, Beate Krais, Nicholas Garnham, Scott Lash, Roger Brubaker, and Loic Wacquant, and the editors.
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Randall Johnson, Pierre Bourdieu |
Stanford
University
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Practical Reason : On the Theory of Action
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Do social classes really exist? Is disinterested action really possible? What do the family, the church, and the intellectual world have in common? Can morality be founded on hypocrisy? What is the "subject" of action? In this new volume, one of France's foremost social thinkers of our time responds to these major questions and to others, thus tracing the outlines of a work that could be called "Pierre Bourdieu by himself." In these texts, the author tries to go to the essential, that is, the most elementary and fundamental, questions. He thereby explains the philosophical principles that have led to his social science research and the idea of the human that guides his choices there. With the lucidity allowed by retrospect, Bourdieu brings out the fundamental theories of his greatest books, notably Outline of a Theory of Practice and The Logic of Practice (Stanford, 1990), and, with an eye to the future, presents the first results of his most recent work on the state, the anthropological moorings of the economy, and male domination. Bourdieu's theory is both a philosophy of science dedicated to revealing the objective relations that shape and underpin social life, and a philosophy of action that takes account of agents' dispositions as well as the structured situations in which they act. This philosophy of action is condensed in a small number of key concepts―habitus, field, capital―and it is defined by the two-way relationship between the objective structures of social fields and the incorporated structures of the habitus. All in all, this book should be an indispensable introduction to Bourdieu's work, not only to students and scholars in sociology, anthropology, political science, and philosophy, but throughout the social sciences and humanities generally.
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Richard Nice, Pierre Bourdieu |
Stanford
University
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The Logic of Practice
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If you've ever felt intrigued by the intricate relationship between our behaviors and the broader cultural structures they sustain, "The Logic of Practice" could illuminate these complexities for you. Bourdieu's dive into the interplay between subjective experiences and objective social facts is a thought-provoking journey that might change the way you perceive not just anthropology, but the very fabric of everyday life.
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William Rothman
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Cambridge
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Documentary Film Classics
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Documentary Film Classics would be a great read for documentary enthusiasts who enjoy critical analysis of films. William Rothman examines major documentary films throughout history, including their underlying philosophical and historical issues. By reading this book, users can gain a deeper understanding of the achievements of these films as works of art in addition to learning about their historical significance.
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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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Robert Geddes
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Princeton
University
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Fit : An Architect's Manifesto
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Why architecture matters―and how to make it matter moreFit is a book about architecture and society that seeks to fundamentally change how architects and the public think about the task of design. Distinguished architect and urbanist Robert Geddes argues that buildings, landscapes, and cities should be designed to fit: fit the purpose, fit the place, fit future possibilities. Fit replaces old paradigms, such as form follows function, and less is more, by recognizing that the relationship between architecture and society is a true dialogue―dynamic, complex, and, if carried out with knowledge and skill, richly rewarding.With a tip of the hat to John Dewey, Fit explores architecture as we experience it. Geddes starts with questions: Why do we design where we live and work? Why do we not just live in nature, or in chaos? Why does society care about architecture? Why does it really matter? Fit answers these questions through a fresh examination of the basic purposes and elements of architecture―beginning in nature, combining function and expression, and leaving a legacy of form.Lively, charming, and gently persuasive, the book shows brilliant examples of fit: from Thomas Jefferson's University of Virginia and Louis Kahn's Exeter Library to contemporary triumphs such as the Apple Store on New York's Fifth Avenue, Chicago's Millennium Park, and Seattle's Pike Place.Fit is a book for everyone, because we all live in constructions―buildings, landscapes, and, increasingly, cities. It provokes architects and planners, humanists and scientists, civic leaders and citizens to reconsider what is at stake in architecture―and why it delights us.
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Bill Hayton
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Yale
University
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The South China Sea : The Struggle for Power in Asia
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If you have an interest in international relations or geopolitical strategy, "The South China Sea: The Struggle for Power in Asia" will grip you with its detailed dive into one of the world's most tense and critical regions. Bill Hayton brings the disputes to life, helping you understand the myriad of interests clashing over this pivotal maritime territory. The stakes are high here – control over vital trade routes, national security concerns, and the potential for conflict amongst global powers – which makes this book not just informative but also a compelling read for anyone keen to grasp the complex dynamics shaping our world's political landscape.
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Mark Fisher, Medi Houghton, Veenu Jain |
Cambridge
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Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies Coursebook with CD-ROM
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This revised set of resources for Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies syllabus 0450 (and Cambridge O Level Business Studies syllabus 7115) is thoroughly updated for the latest syllabus for first examinations from 2015. Written by experienced teachers, the Coursebook provides comprehensive coverage of the syllabus. Accessible language combined with the clear, visually-stimulating layout makes this an ideal resource for the course. Questions and explanation of key terms reinforce knowledge; different kinds of activities build application, analytical and evaluation skills; case studies contextualise the content making it relevant to the international learner. It provides thorough examination support for both papers with questions at the end of each chapter and an extensive case study at the end of each unit. The CD-ROM contains revision aids, further questions and activities. A Teachers CD-ROM is also available.
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Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta |
Oxford
University
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The Go-Kart
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The Go-Kart is a wonderful addition to the Oxford Reading Tree series, with its engaging new artwork and simplified structure. This book is perfect for young readers who want to immerse themselves in exciting new stories while sharpening their reading skills. Its vibrant illustrations and relatable characters are sure to captivate and entertain children of all ages.
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Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta |
Oxford
University
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The Toys' Party
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"The Toys' Party" is a perfect addition to children's bookshelves. The story goes about Biff, Chip, and Kipper's toys coming to life and throwing a party! This imaginative plot encourages children to explore their creativity, and the easy-to-read language makes it an excellent book for beginners. Its vibrant illustrations done by Alex Brychta also make it a visually appealing read.
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Margaret Atwood
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Cambridge
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Negotiating With The Dead - A Writer On Writing
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What is the role of the Writer? Prophet? High Priest of Art? Court Jester? Or witness to the real world? Looking back on her own childhood and writing career, Margaret Atwood examines the metaphors which writers of fiction and poetry have used to explain--or excuse!--their activities, looking at what costumes they have assumed, what roles they have chosen to play. In her final chapter she takes up the challenge of the title: if a writer is to be seen as "gifted", who is doing the giving and what are the terms of the gift? Atwood's wide reference to other writers, living and dead, is balanced by anecdotes from her own experiences, both in Canada and elsewhere. The lightness of her touch is offset by a seriousness about the purpose and the pleasures of writing, and by a deep familiarity with the myths and traditions of western literature. Margaret Atwood was born in 1939 in Ottawa and grew up in northern Quebec, Ontario, and Toronto. She received her undergraduate degree from Victoria College at the University of Toronto and her master's degree from Radcliffe College. Throughout her thirty years of writing, Atwood has received numerous awards and honorary degrees. Hew newest novel, The Blind Assassin, won the 2000 Booker Prize for Fiction. She is the author of more than twenty-five volumes of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction and is perhaps best known for her novels, which include Alias Grace (1996), The Robber Bride (1994), Cat's Eye (1988), The Handmaid's Tale (1983), Surfacing (1972) and The Edible Woman (1970). Acclaimed for her talent for portraying both personal lives and worldly problems of universal concern, Atwood's work has been published in more than thirty-five languages, including Japanese, Turkish, Finnish, Korean, Icelandic, and Estonian.
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Kate L. Turabian
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University
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Chicago
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A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses and Dissertations
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1982 A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations Fifth Edition by Kate L. Turabian - 300 Pages
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James H. Tully
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Cambridge
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Public Philosophy in a New Key: Volume 2, Imperialism and Civic Freedom
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These two ambitious volumes from one of the world's most celebrated political philosophers present a new kind of political and legal theory that James Tully calls a public philosophy, and a complementary new way of thinking about active citizenship, called civic freedom. Professor Tully takes the reader step-by-step through the principal debates in political theory and the major types of political struggle today. These volumes represent a genuine landmark in political theory. In this second volume, Professor Tully studies networks and civic struggles over global or imperial relations of inequality, dependency, exploitation and environmental degradation beyond the state. The final chapter brings all of the author's resonant themes together in a new way of thinking about global and local citizenship, and of political theory in relation to it. This forms a powerful conclusion to a major intervention from a vital and distinctive voice in contemporary thought.
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James H. Tully
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Cambridge
University
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Public Philosophy in a New Key: Volume 1, Democracy and Civic Freedom
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in political theory and the concept of civic freedom. It presents a new approach to public philosophy, contextualizing it within the contemporary world and exploring struggles over recognition and distribution within states. The author, James Tully, is a celebrated political philosopher known for his distinctive and influential commentary on politics. The book offers a fresh perspective on active citizenship and is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and policymakers alike.
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Dawn E. Holmes
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Oxford
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Big Data: A Very Short Introduction
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Since long before computers were even thought of, data has been collected and organized by diverse cultures across the world. Once access to the Internet became a reality for large swathes of the world's population, the amount of data generated each day became huge, and continues to grow exponentially. It includes all our uploaded documents, video, and photos, all our social media traffic, our online shopping, even the GPS data from our cars."Big Data" represents a qualitative change, not simply a quantitative one. The term refers both to the new technologies involved, and to the way it can be used by business and government. Dawn E. Holmes uses a variety of case studies to explain how data is stored, analyzed, and exploited by a variety of bodies from big companies to organizations concerned with disease control. Big data is transforming the way businesses operate, and the way medical research can be carried out. At the same time, it raises important ethical issues; Holmes discusses cases such as the Snowden affair, data security, and domestic smart devices which can be hijacked by hackers.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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Peter Singer
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Princeton
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Ethics in the Real World : 82 Brief Essays on Things That Matter
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Peter Singer is often described as the world's most influential philosopher. He is also one of its most controversial. The author of important books such as "Animal Liberation," "Practical Ethics," "Rethinking Life and Death," and "The Life You Can Save," he helped launch the animal rights and effective altruism movements and contributed to the development of bioethics. Now, in "Ethics in the Real World," Singer shows that he is also a master at dissecting important current events in a few hundred words.In this book of brief essays, he applies his controversial ways of thinking to issues like climate change, extreme poverty, animals, abortion, euthanasia, human genetic selection, sports doping, the sale of kidneys, the ethics of high-priced art, and ways of increasing happiness. Singer asks whether chimpanzees are people, smoking should be outlawed, or consensual sex between adult siblings should be decriminalized, and he reiterates his case against the idea that all human life is sacred, applying his arguments to some recent cases in the news. In addition, he explores, in an easily accessible form, some of the deepest philosophical questions, such as whether anything really matters and what is the value of the pale blue dot that is our planet. The collection also includes some more personal reflections, like Singer's thoughts on one of his favorite activities, surfing, and an unusual suggestion for starting a family conversation over a holiday feast.Provocative and original, these essays will challenge--and possibly change--your beliefs about a wide range of real-world ethical questions.
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Margaret Willes
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Yale
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In The Shadow of St. Paul's Cathedral : The Churchyard that Shaped London
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This book offers a fascinating insight into the vibrant and dynamic community that existed in the shadow of St. Paul's Cathedral for over a millennium. Margaret Willes expertly delves into the dramatic debates, bookshops, and theaters that shaped London's social and intellectual life. This is essential reading for anyone interested in the city's rich cultural history.
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Leo Tolstoy, Louise Maude, Henry Gifford |
Oxford
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War and Peace
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This book is for someone who loves historical fiction and is looking for a deep and immersive read. War and Peace's most unique feature is its vast cast of interconnected characters which allows the reader to experience the impact of the Napoleonic Wars on multiple lives and perspectives. It is a timeless classic that gives a comprehensive reflection of human life, relationship, war and peace.
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Alan Bryman
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Oxford
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Social Research Methods
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Social Research Methods could be a good read for undergraduate or postgraduate students specializing in social research. The book provides a thorough overview of both qualitative and quantitative research methods, with an emphasis on mixed methods research, and offers helpful guidance on conducting research projects and writing up research reports. The book also features up-to-date empirical research examples and a full set of online resources for both students and lecturers.
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Stephen M. Kosslyn
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Oxford
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Clear and to the Point : 8 psychological principles for compelling PowerPoint presentations
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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to create attention-grabbing presentations. Kosslyn's eight principles are backed by modern science, and he provides numerous examples and tips to help readers create presentations that are clear, memorable, and enjoyable. One of the book's most distinctive features is its emphasis on the importance of understanding how the brain processes information, and how this can be leveraged to make presentations more effective. Readers who follow Kosslyn's guidelines are sure to receive rave reviews for their next presentation.
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Ken Bain
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Harvard
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What the Best College Teachers Do
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This book would be a good read for educators of all levels who are looking to improve their teaching abilities. What sets this book apart from other teaching guides is its focus on the teacher's mindset and understanding of their subject matter. The author provides real-life examples of teachers who were able to engage and challenge their students, while also fostering an environment of compassion and encouragement. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to become a better teacher and make a lasting impact on their students' lives.
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University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate
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Cambridge
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Human Health and Disease
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Human Health and Disease would be a good read for students studying health and biology. The book covers a range of topics including the effects of diet, exercise, and drugs on health, infectious diseases, and the immune system. The self-assessment questions throughout the text, learning objectives at the start of each chapter and summary of contents at the end make it an effective study and revision aid. The structured and essay questions also provide helpful resources for exam preparation. Overall, this book offers in-depth knowledge on human health and disease important for academic endeavors.
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Cambridge
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Growth, Development and Reproduction
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Recommendation: This book is an excellent resource for students, biologists and researchers seeking to deepen their understanding of developmental biology. It covers a wide range of topics, including methods for studying growth and reproduction, hormonal control in organisms and the role of genetics in the life cycle. The book is well-organized and provides clear explanations of complex concepts, making it an easy-to-read introduction to the subject. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of growth, development and reproduction in various organisms and the latest research in this field.
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Briony Cooke, Garrett Nagle |
Oxford
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Oxford IB Diploma Programme: Geography Course Companion
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The Oxford IB Diploma Programme: Geography Course Companion is an excellent resource for International Baccalaureate learners who want to grasp the essentials of Geography. It allows students to master various themes, including case studies, through a concept-based approach. It also provides an assessment framework that helps students prepare for the exam. A reviewer would praise the detailed explanation of complex concepts and support for EAL learners.
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Mary Jones
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Cambridge
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Cambridge International AS and A Level Biology Coursebook with CD-ROM
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This book is perfect for students studying for the Cambridge International AS and A Level Biology exams. It covers all the necessary content in an easy-to-understand manner, with plenty of self-assessment and exam-style questions to help students prepare for their exams. The book is written by expert authors and includes contemporary examples to make the content more engaging for learners.
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R.B. Clark
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Oxford
University
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Marine Pollution
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This book is a great resource for anyone looking to understand the impact of marine pollution on both the environment and human health. The author provides a balanced view and presents case studies from all over the world. It is recommended for readers who are interested in environmental protection, water infrastructure management, and ocean conservation.
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Lanny D. Schmidt
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Oxford
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The Engineering of Chemical Reactions
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The Engineering of Chemical Reactions is a useful resource for upper-level undergraduate chemical engineering courses. The text equips students with knowledge of chemical reactors, with a focus on analysis and design of chemical processes. The book is written in an easy-to-understand manner and employs simple notation to explain complex concepts. Furthermore, it covers a range of applications, including environmental modeling, oxidation, combustion and safety, polymerization, and multiphase reactors. The inclusion of worked examples and homework problems aids the understanding and application of the principles discussed.
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Graham C. Hill, John Holman |
Oxford
University
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Chemistry In Context
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Chemistry in Context is the ideal textbook for all students studying Advanced Level Chemistry. With clear and attractive presentation, it provides a comprehensive and authoritative resource for readers. The quick questions, key points and comprehensive review questions make it easy to reinforce learning and prepare for exams. Additionally, the book presents definitions of key words clearly and alongside their context which makes it easy for the reader to grasp complex concepts.
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Michael Thompson
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Harvard
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Life and Action : Elementary Structures of Practice and Practical Thought
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"Life and Action" could be a good read for those interested in a deep dive into practical philosophy. Michael Thompson aims to reconfigure a whole sector of philosophy by relocating crucial concepts, such as "life", back into the metaphysics of life. His work's distinctive features include a purist's approach to three interrelated concepts of life, action, and practice and the revival of philosophy by focusing on larger issues.
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Steven Rendall, Jean Tirole |
Princeton
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Economics for the Common Good
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the role of economics in improving our world. Tirole's clear and accessible writing style helps readers understand complex economic concepts and their application in the real world. The book's most distinctive feature is Tirole's emphasis on the need for economists to prioritize the common good rather than individual gain. This message is especially urgent in the midst of global issues such as climate change and economic inequality.
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William W. Fisher III
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Oxford
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American Legal Realism
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"American Legal Realism" is a must-read for law students and legal scholars. The book provides a collection of readings that were written between 1900 and 1940 by prominent writers on the subject, including Roscoe Pound, Karl Llewellyn, and Oliver Wendell Holmes. The authors provide historical context for each selection, making it easy to understand the various debates surrounding Legal Realism. The book’s concise biographical notes and selective bibliography add value and provide a great starting point for those interested in the subject.
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Sue Arengo, Katherine Lucas |
Oxford
University
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Classic Tales: Ugly Duckling Beginner level 2
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This book is a great pick for parents or teachers looking to introduce young children to classic fairy tales. The colorful illustrations and simple language are appealing to young readers, while the glossary and puzzles help develop vocabulary and comprehension skills. The accompanying cassettes also provide an opportunity to work on listening and pronunciation skills.
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Michaela Morgan
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Oxford
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Oxford Reading Tree: Level 9: Treetops Fiction More Stories A: Oh Otto!
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"Oh Otto!" is a great read for juniors who love humor and lively illustrations. Its story revolves around a robot who wants to be human. It will keep the readers engaged and curious till the end. Being part of a structured reading program, the language used is appropriate to the reader's ability and helpful notes are provided for easy comprehension.
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William Shakespeare, Jay L. Halio |
Oxford
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Merchant of Venice
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This edition provides valuable historical and cultural context, shedding light on the controversial themes and characters in the play. It also includes a fresh modernized text for easy reading, making it a great choice for both students and general readers interested in Shakespeare's exploration of complex societal issues such as anti-Semitism, loyalty, and love.
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W.W. Denslow, L. Frank Baum |
Oxford
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is a classic and captivating story that appeals to both children and adults. The vivid descriptions of the Land of Oz and its inhabitants allow readers to imagine and immerse themselves in a magical world. The story also highlights the importance of friendship and self-discovery, as Dorothy and her friends journey to the Emerald City to find the Wizard and ultimately learn that they possess the qualities they sought all along. Overall, this novel is a must-read for those who enjoy fantasy and adventure."
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Russell Price, Quentin Skinner, Niccolò Machiavelli |
Cambridge
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The Prince - Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought
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Recommendation: Machiavelli's The Prince is a classic guide for leaders seeking to acquire and maintain power. It provides practical advice on how to navigate politics and succeed. The book is a must-read for anyone looking to learn about strategy, leadership, and power dynamics.
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Ronald H. Coase
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University
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The Firm, the Market, and the Law
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"The Firm, the Market, and the Law" is a must-read for those who seek practical understanding of economic theory by taking a philosophical approach. Coase's attention to actual institutions provides a deep insight into economics, making it a model-worthy of emulation. The book's clear exposition and elegant style make for a pleasurable read.
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Paul Guinness, Brenda Walpole |
Cambridge
University
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Environmental Systems And Societies For The IB Diploma
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Environmental Systems and Societies for the IB Diploma is a comprehensive guide that covers both the natural and social systems, discussing current issues and scientific perspectives surrounding environmental studies. It is an excellent resource for students studying the International Baccalaureate programme, who want to attain a clear understanding of the interrelationships between human societies and the environment. The book includes case studies and real-world examples that enrich students' understanding of the subject matter, and is reviewed as an excellent resource for students, teachers, and anyone interested in environmental studies.
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Paul Guinness
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Cambridge
University
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Geography For The IB Diploma Global Interactions
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This book is highly recommended for those who are pursuing their International Baccalaureate Diploma in Geography, particularly for those at the higher level. The book covers the seven topics included in the HL syllabus and emphasizes key global issues; it guides the students in building their geographical skills, and helps them to make connections between different areas of the Geography course and other concepts within the Theory of Knowledge. Furthermore, it encourages students to study primary and secondary sources, which helps to develop their analytical skills, making it a useful resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of global interactions.
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Richard van de Lagemaat
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Cambridge
University
Press
Theory Of Knowledge For The IB Diploma Full Colour Edition
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Recommendation: This book provides comprehensive guidance and support for IB Diploma students studying Theory of Knowledge. It follows the programme closely and helps students develop critical thinking skills necessary for success in the IB programme.
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Craig Stanford
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Princeton
University
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The Hunting Apes - Meat Eating And The Origins Of Human Behavior
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Recommendation: The Hunting Apes argues that meat eating drove human evolution, making it a must-read for those interested in anthropology, human biology, and nutrition. The book details the social significance of meat-sharing and consumption, making it a fascinating exploration of the origins and behavior of the human species.