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James Gustave Speth
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Yale
University
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Red Sky at Morning: America and the Crisis of the Global Environment
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If you're someone who's deeply concerned about the environmental crisis, "Red Sky at Morning" is a crucial read. It goes beyond the usual alarming statistics to instill hope through actionable solutions. Reading Speth's book is a bit like getting a strategic battle plan from a seasoned general—you're getting the insights and wisdom needed to envision and participate in meaningful change for our planet’s future.
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Paul M. Kellstedt, Guy D. Whitten |
Cambridge
University
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The Fundamentals of Political Science Research
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The Fundamentals of Political Science Research provides an introduction to the scientific study of politics. It offers the basic tools necessary for readers to become both critical consumers and beginning producers of scientific research on politics. Professors Kellstedt and Whitten present an integrated approach to research design and empirical analyses in which researchers can develop and test causal theories. The authors use examples from political science research that students will find interesting and inspiring, and that will help them understand key concepts. The book makes technical material accessible to students who might otherwise be intimidated by mathematical examples. This revised second edition refines discussions from the first edition, with a new chapter on how to write an original research project. The second edition also contains an additional forty exercises and adds definitions for terms discussed in each chapter.
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Richard Gilman
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Yale
University
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Chekhov's Plays - An Opening Into Eternity
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Richard Gilman examines each of Chekhov's full-length plays, showing how they relate to each other, to Chekhov's short stories, and to his life. He also places the plays in the context of Russian and European drama and the larger culture of the period. Gilman interweaves biographical narrative with textual commentary and with a discussion of stage-craft and dramaturg - Chekhov's techniques for influencing viewers, the scenic framing of the action, and issues of genre and temporal structuring. Although previous critics of Chekhov have tended to view him as an essentially social dramatist or as an observer of the smaller aspects of existence, Gilman asserts that Chekhov was far more of an innovative playwright, a revolutionary, than has been seen.
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James G. March
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Cornell
University
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The Ambiguities Of Experience
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This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in understanding the intricate relationship between intelligence and experience. It challenges the conventional wisdom that experience is the best teacher and delves into the limitations and pitfalls of relying solely on experience for learning and adaptation. With thought-provoking insights, March explores the nuances of human interpretation, offering a fresh perspective on the role of experience in creating true intelligence. Get ready to question your assumptions and gain a deeper understanding of how we learn and grow.
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Stephen Jones
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Oxford
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Criminology
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Now in its sixth edition, Criminology provides students with a comprehensive yet succinct introduction to leading criminological theories. Drawing on a wide range of research in order to consider both sociological and psychological explanations of criminal behavior, Jones poses the importantquestions, inviting students to critically engage with the subject.Thoroughly referenced and written in a clear and accessible style, Criminology provides students with a firm foundation in criminological theory.
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Jack Gray
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Oxford
University
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Rebellions and Revolutions : China from the 1880s to 2000
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Recommended for anyone interested in China's history and politics, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of China's tumultuous past. The revised edition includes updates on economic growth, foreign policy, and the Tiananmen Incident. Gray's detailed analysis makes it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand modern-day China.
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Satya P. Mohanty
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Cornell
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Literary Theory and the Claims of History : Postmodernism, Objectivity, Multicultural Politics
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This book is a must-read for those interested in the philosophical underpinnings of contemporary literature and culture. Mohanty masterfully deconstructs the postmodernist theory of truth and objectivity, delving into the social and political implications of such notions. He also offers a refreshing alternative view grounded in a post-positivist realist conception of objectivity. Mohanty's multicultural politics is a distinctive feature, as it sees radical moral universalism and cultural diversity as complementary-not competing-ideals.
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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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Richard Allen Gilmore
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State
University
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New
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Doing Philosophy at the Movies
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"Doing Philosophy at the Movies is a must-read for cinema lovers and philosophy enthusiasts alike. Through various cinematic masterpieces, Richard A. Gilmore explores complex philosophical ideas like redemption, catharsis and the human condition of mortality. Readers will appreciate how the author reveals the relevance of philosophy in popular culture, allowing them to gain a new appreciation for their favorite films while also deepening their understanding of philosophy."
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M. Thomas Inge, Mark Twain, Shelley Fisher Fishkin |
Oxford
University
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Tom Sawyer Abroad
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This rollicking adventure novel brings back Twain's best-loved characters--Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, and the freed slave Jim--for a balloon trip around the world. Escaping civilization and Aunt Polly once again, this lively tale of far-off exploits is, as Twain wrote, "a story that will not onlyinterest boys but any man who has ever been a boy, which immensely enlarges the audience." The book's comic tall tales and bold escapades are punctuated by a series of animated conversations among the three friends on topics that include the Crusades, religious toleration, racial discrimination, thelimitations of maps, and the fine art of cursing. Tom and Jim rescue a child from brigands. Jim finds himself alone atop the Sphinx with an American flag. Adventure, burlesque, and serious commentary on society and its failings make Tom Sawyer Abroad an engaging and memorable book.
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Arthur M. Lesk
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Oxford
University
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Introduction to Bioinformatics
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Introduction to Bioinformatics is an ideal book for individuals who wish to learn how the biological data explosion drives bioinformatics. The book integrates an understanding of the biological background of bioinformatics with the development of necessary computing skills. It contains numerous problems to encourage engagement with the subject and develops understanding of the power of bioinformatics as a research tool. The accompanying website provides additional resources to support the reader.
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Bridget Ardley, Neil Ardley | Oxford University Press
Bridget Ardley, Neil Ardley | Oxford University Press
The Oxford Children's A to Z of the Human Body
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Sparking a child's curiosity about their own body is priceless, and 'The Oxford Children's A to Z Of The Human Body' is a treasure trove for that. Its approachable format, rich with colorful illustrations, makes learning accessible and enjoyable. Whether they're pouring over it for a school project or simply satisfying their natural wonder, this book is a friendly companion for any budding anatomist or young scientist.
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Robert Garner, Gary L. Francione |
Columbia
University
Press
The Animal Rights Debate - Abolition Or Regulation?
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If animal welfare sparks your conscience or curiosity, this book serves as an intellectual feast. Francione and Garner don't just pontificate—they debate vigorously, representing contrasting views in the animal rights conversation. You will be thrust into the ethical whirlwind that is the treatment of animals in human society. Whether you're an activist or a scholar, this book offers a comprehensive, thought-provoking dialogue that might just redefine your perspective on animal welfare and rights.
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Darryl Robinson, Hakan Friman, Robert Cryer |
Cambridge
University
Press
An Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure
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Understanding the intricate and pivotal realm of international criminal law can be quite the endeavor, but this book makes it accessible. Whether you're diving into your studies or expanding your academic horizons, the comprehensive nature of this text, authored by expert practitioners in the field, will offer you a clear and detailed roadmap. It's not only thorough in its coverage of crimes and procedures but also keeps you updated with contemporary issues, making it a valuable resource for anyone keen on grasping the dynamics at play in international courts and tribunals.
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George Bailey Sansom
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Stanford
University
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A History of Japan, 1334-1615
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This is a straightforward narrative of the development of Japanese civilization from 1334 to 1615 by the author of Japan: A Short Cultural History . While complete in itself, it is also the second volume of a three-volume work which will be the first large-scale, comprehensive history of Japan. Taken as a whole, the projected history represents the culmination of the life work of perhaps the most distinguished historian now writing on Japan. Unlike the renowned Short Cultural History , it is concerned mainly with political and social phenomena and only incidentally touches on religion, literature, and the arts. The treatment is primarily descriptive and factual, but the author offers some pragmatic interpretations and suggests comparisons with the history of other peoples. A History of Japan: 1334-1615 describes the growth of a new feudal hierarchy, the ebb and flow of civil war, the rise and fall of great families, and the development amidst extreme political disorder of remarkable new features in institutional and economic life. This is the period of expanding relations with other parts of Asia and of the arrival of traders and missionaries from European countries―the first contact of Japan with the West. The volume ends with an account of the abortive invasion of Korea and the last outburst of the civil war that was terminated in 1615 by the victory of the first of the Tokugawa Shoguns, Ieyasu.
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Andrew Dell'Antonio
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University
Of
California
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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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Liz Dawtrey, Mary Masterton, Toby Jackson |
Yale
University
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Investigating Modern Art
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If modern art's complexities have eluded you, "Investigating Modern Art" could be the guide you've been waiting for. It dissects the nuances of modern masterpieces and the social contexts that shaped them. Think of it as a companion that makes sense of the intricate dance between history, culture, and the bold strokes of modern artistry. Through this book, you may find yourself looking at a Pollock or Warhol with fresh eyes and deeper understanding.
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Allan Todd, Sally Waller |
Cambridge
University
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History for the IB Diploma Paper 2 Authoritarian States (20th Century)
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Comprehensive second editions of History for the IB Diploma Paper 2, revised for first teaching in 2015. This coursebook covers Paper 2, World History Topic 10: Authoritarian States (20th century) of the History for the IB Diploma syllabus for first assessment in 2017. Tailored to the requirements of the IB syllabus and written by experienced IB History examiners and teachers, it offers authoritative and engaging guidance through the following detailed studies from around the Mussolini and Italy, Hitler and Germany, Mao and China, and Castro and Cuba.
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Riley E. Dunlap, Robert J. Brulle |
Oxford
University
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Climate Change And Society - Sociological Perspectives
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This book is a comprehensive overview of the social dimensions of climate change. It summarizes existing approaches to understanding the social, economic, political, and cultural dimensions of climate change, providing an improved understanding of the complex relationship between climate change and society. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and professionals involved in climate change research and policy.
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Michael Swan
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Oxford
University
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Practical English Usage, Third Edition: Hardback
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Recommended for non-native English speakers to improve grammar. Would be a great resource for ESL teachers. The book covers many essential topics in English grammar, including usage, idioms, style, usage, spelling and pronunciation.
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Andrew Gordon
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Oxford
University
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The Modern History of Japan
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If you're fascinated by how Japan evolved into the dynamic nation it is today, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration. The narrative provides an informative look at Japan's political, social, and economic changes. It could be a great read for gaining a deeper understanding of Japan's unique culture and global role throughout modern history.
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Athol Fugard
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Oxford
University
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The Township Plays : No-Good Friday; Nongogo; The Coat; Sizwe Bansi is Dead; The Island
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The five plays collected here offer a unique insight into the role of theatre in a situation of oppression. They were produced in close collaboration with their original black amateur casts, drawing on their lives and everyday experiences in the townships. They range from the early apprentice work of the brash but vital Sophiatown plays, No-Good Friday and Nongogo, to the freer, more urgent, and profound New Brighton plays, including the most famous Sizwe Bansi is Dead and IThe Island, and the previously unavailable The Coat.
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Walter D. Mignolo
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Duke
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The Darker Side of Western Modernity : Global Futures, Decolonial Options
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"The Darker Side of Western Modernity" argues that the world is undergoing a shift towards dewesternization and decoloniality, which require a break from the colonial matrix of Western power to imagine and create new global futures. This book will be relevant and enlightening for anyone interested in understanding the power structures that underlie Western modernity and the potential for a more equitable future.
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Oxford Languages
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Oxford
University
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Concise Oxford American Dictionary
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The Concise Oxford American Dictionary is the perfect companion for anyone looking to enhance their vocabulary and improve their writing skills. Featuring more than 180,000 entries, this dictionary provides accurate definitions, clear pronunciations, and practical usage notes to ensure that every word is used correctly. With hundreds of word histories and helpful illustrations, readers can gain a deeper understanding of their favorite words and the fascinating stories behind them. The Ready Reference section is also an invaluable tool for students, professionals, and anyone looking to quickly find information on a wide range of topics.
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Nigel Foster
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Oxford
University
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Blackstone's EU Treaties And Legislation 2010-2011
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A valuable resource for law students' exams.
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Maurice Isserman, Michael Kazin |
Oxford
University
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America Divided - The Civil War Of The 1960S
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This book provides a comprehensive look at the key events that shaped America in the 1960s, from civil rights to the Vietnam war and the assassinations of influential leaders. It offers readers a deep understanding of the complexities and controversies that characterized this era and continues to impact the country even today. Recommended for history buffs looking to gain insight into one of the most tumultuous decades in American history.
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Richard J. Gerrig
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Yale
University
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Experiencing Narrative Worlds : On the Psychological Activities of Reading
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What does it mean to be transported by a narrative―to create a world inside one's head? How do experiences of narrative worlds alter our experience of the real world? In this book Richard Gerrig integrates insights from cognitive psychology and from research in linguistics, philosophy, and literary criticism to provide a cohesive account of what have most often been treated as isolated aspects of narrative experience.Drawing on examples from Tolstoi to Toni Morrison, Gerrig offers new analyses of some classic problems in the study of narrative. He discusses the ways in which we are cognitively equipped to tackle fictional and nonfictional narratives; how thought and emotion interact when we experience narrative; how narrative information influences judgments in the real world; and the reasons we can feel the same excitement and suspense when we reread a book as when we read it for the first time. Gerrig also explores the ways we enhance the experience of narratives, through finding solutions to textual dilemmas, enjoying irony at the expense of the characters in narrative, and applying a wide range of interpretive techniques to discover meanings concealed by and from authors.
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Stanley Wells, Margreta de Grazia |
Cambridge
University
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The New Cambridge Companion to Shakespeare
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Written by a team of leading international scholars, this Companion is designed to illuminate Shakespeare's works through discussion of the key topics of Shakespeare studies. Twenty-one essays provide lively and authoritative approaches to recent scholarship and criticism for readers keen to expand their knowledge and appreciation of Shakespeare. The book contains stimulating chapters on traditional topics such as Shakespeare's biography and the transmission of his texts. Individual readings of the plays are given in the context of genre as well as through the cultural and historical perspectives of race, sexuality and gender, and politics and religion. Essays on performance survey the latest digital media as well as stage and film. Throughout the volume, contributors discuss Shakespeare in a global as well as a national context, a dramatist with a long and constantly mutating history of reception and performance.
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Henry Petroski
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Princeton
University
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Success through Failure: The Paradox of Design
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If you're captivated by the intricacies of design and innovation, "Success through Failure: The Paradox of Design" is a fascinating choice. Henry Petroski's exploration into how failures contribute to groundbreaking designs is not just for engineers and architects—the book appeals to anyone who's curious about the evolution of the objects and structures around us. It's a thought-provoking read that might change how you view the path to success in any field.
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Peter N. Gregory
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University
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Hawaii
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Tsung-mi and the Sinification of Buddhism
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This study of Tsung-mi is part of the Studies in East Asian Buddhism series. Author Peter Gregory makes extensive use of Japanese secondary sources, which complements his work on the complex Chinese materials that form the basis of the study.
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James C. Scott
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Princeton
University
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Two Cheers for Anarchism : Six Easy Pieces on Autonomy, Dignity, and Meaningful Work and Play
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Two Cheers for Anarchism could be a good read for someone looking to challenge traditional structures of hierarchy. Scott offers a unique perspective on everyday social and political interactions that inspire readers to consider constructive anarchism. The book celebrates the ingenuity and judgement of individuals exercising their creative and moral capacities. Readers will enjoy relatable anecdotes and examples that touch on a wide range of subjects, including globalization, assembly-line production, and historical explanation.
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Gilbert Rouget, A.L. Lloyd, A. L. Lloyd |
Cambridge
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Problems Of Ethnomusicology
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This book is a treasure trove for music and sociology enthusiasts who want to dive deep into the world of ethnomusicology. Brailoiu's writings, painstakingly translated by A. L. Lloyd, offer valuable insights into the theoretical aspects of the field. What sets this book apart is Brailoiu's open-minded approach, as he seamlessly navigates both musicological and sociological problems. Whether you are an aspiring ethnomusicologist or simply curious about the cultural significance of music, this indispensable collection is a must-read that sheds light on a lesser-known yet vital discipline.
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James Morwood
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Oxford
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A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases
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This book is perfect for writers, scholars, and language enthusiasts who want to add depth and meaning to their writing. The comprehensive thematic index allows for easy navigation and the annotations about the sources of the phrases provide context for their usage. With the inclusion of famous proverbs and literary examples, this dictionary is a rich resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of the Latin language and its influence on modern language.
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Xueyan Zhao, Kenneth W. Clements |
Cambridge
University
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Economics And Marijuana - Consumption, Pricing And Legalisation
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This book provides a thorough economic analysis of marijuana consumption, pricing, and legalisation, making it a valuable resource for economists and policy-makers alike. It offers a unique perspective on the economic implications of marijuana use, including the potential financial benefits and risks associated with legalisation.
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Joyce Bourne, Michael Kennedy |
Oxford
University
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music
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When The Oxford Dictionary of Music first appeared, it was hailed by Music and Musicians as "without question the most comprehensive, detailed, reliable one-volume reference work on music now available in the English language." Fully revised and updated for this new edition, The Concise OxfordDictionary of Music, Fourth Edition is a rich mine of information for lovers of music of all periods and styles, providing over 10,000 entries on musical terms, works, composers, librettists, musicians, singers, and orchestras. The dictionary's coverage is exceptional, providing comprehensivework-lists for major composers, detailed entries on living composers and performers, important ballets and operas, as well as descriptions of musical instruments and their histories.Written to appeal to general readers, musicians and musicologists alike, this volume is an indispensable addition to the reference shelf of the concert goer, the opera buff, the record buyer, or anyone involved in music, whether amateur or professional.
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Caroline S. Hau
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National
University
Of
Singapore
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The Chinese Question: Ethnicity, Nation, and Region in and Beyond the Philippines
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If you're fascinated by the interplay of cultural identities and how they influence national narratives, "The Chinese Question" could resonate with you. Caroline S. Hau delves into the evolving concepts of race, class, and ideology within the Philippines, framing it through the lens of the local Chinese community. This book might particularly appeal to those interested in ethnicity and regional dynamics in Southeast Asia, as it offers a profound exploration of what it means to belong and how heritage can shape an entire nation's perspective.
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Ravi Ramamurti, Jitendra Singh |
Cambridge
University
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Emerging Multinationals in Emerging Markets
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Why have so many firms in emerging economies internationalized quite aggressively in the last decade? What competitive advantages do these firms enjoy and what are the origins of those advantages? Through what strategies have they built their global presence? How is their internationalization affecting Western rivals? And, finally, what does all this mean for mainstream international business theory? In Emerging Multinationals in Emerging Markets, a distinguished group of international business scholars tackle these questions based on a shared research design. The heart of the book contains detailed studies of emerging-market multinationals (EMNEs) from the BRIC economies, plus Israel, Mexico, South Africa, and Thailand. The studies show that EMNEs come in many shapes and sizes, depending on the home-country context. Furthermore, EMNEs leverage distinctive competitive advantages and pursue distinctive internationalization paths. This timely analysis of EMNEs promises to enrich mainstream models of how firms internationalize in today's global economy.
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Norman Biggs, Martin Anthony |
Cambridge
University
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Mathematics for Economics and Finance : Methods and Modelling
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This book is a perfect fit for anyone interested in understanding the mathematical concepts underlying economics and finance. With clear explanations and relatable examples, it takes you on a journey from basic graphs to complex matrix algebra, all with a focus on real-life applications. Whether you're a beginner or have some prior knowledge, this book will help you grasp the fundamentals and build a strong foundation in mathematical modeling for economics and finance. You'll feel confident tackling optimization problems and analyzing economic relationships in no time.
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Robin Kerrod
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Oxford
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Light and Lasers
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William Allin Storrer
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A Frank Lloyd Wright Companion
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A Frank Lloyd Wright Companion brings together in one handsome, oversized volume the essential details, descriptions, brief histories, photographs, and plans of everything built by America's best-known architect.For the first time, William Allin Storrer presents complete plans of all Wright's work as built along with a remarkably rich treasury of critical information and rare anecdotal material collected over many years of research.Surveying almost 450 buildings, each of which he visited at least twice, Storrer includes the full range of Wright's architecture—from vacation cottages in Montana and Michigan to such monuments of modernism as the Johnson's Wax Building and the Guggenheim Museum. He also includes buildings completed after Wright's death in 1959.Organized to follow Wright's career from his first design, the interior of the Helena Valley Chapel near Taliesin, to his last built work, the Lykes residence in Phoenix, the entries A text that summarizes what is important about the history of each building, its commission, design, use, and client, its place in Wright's work, and its stylistic and engineering innovations.1000 photographs of interiors and exteriors, most taken by the author. There are also elevations and historical images of buildings that are no longer standing.Floor plans of Wright's built work showing changes in his preliminary plans, and each meticulously redrawn by the author.As a comprehensive single-volume reference unmatched in scope, detail, and authority, the Companion will be an indispensable centerpiece of any Frank Lloyd Wright collection and any serious library of art and architecture."William Allin Storrer, a scholar who has written on Wright for a quarter-century, has produced the first true and complete catalogue raisonné of Wright's work, and it is stunning. . . . Mr. Storrer has given us more than a story; he has written an epic. This book, more than any other, makes the remarkable length and breadth of Wright's career clear. . . . His texts are straightforward and intelligent. . . . [Storrer] has taken the vast forest of Wright's built work and looked at it tree by tree, labeling each and every one of those trees thoroughly and intriguingly. It is a testament to Mr. Storrer's skill that this book comes off not merely as a catalogue, but as an inspiring study of the whole Wright forest."—Paul Goldberger, New York Times Book Review"Storrer . . . knows more about Frank Lloyd Wright than anyone else, and he's produced the ultimate encyclopedia, with 965 photographs of 470 buildings and an insightful, fact-filled text."—Robert Campbell, Boston Globe"By bringing the full range of Wright's work under one roof, this definitive guide makes a major contribution to the literature on Wright."—Blair Kamin, Chicago Tribune Books"[A]n excellent reference guide to everything built by Frank Lloyd Wright."—Thomas D. Sullivan, Washington Times"This book is an essential reference for all those interested in Wright. . . . It will be highly useful when reading the more theoretical books that are beginning to pour out from Wright's archives."— Architecture Nz"Frank Lloyd Wright expert Storrer has compiled the definitive Wright reference book. . . . It is an invaluable, enjoyable, and authoritative resource."—Donna Seaman, Booklist
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Christine Stansell
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Princeton
University
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American Moderns - Bohemian New York And The Creation Of A New Century
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In the early twentieth century, an exuberant brand of gifted men and women moved to New York City, not to get rich but to participate in a cultural revolution. For them, the city's immigrant neighborhoods--home to art, poetry, cafes, and cabarets in the European tradition--provided a place where the fancies and forms of a new America could be tested. Some called themselves Bohemians, some members of the avant-garde, but all took pleasure in the exotic, new, and forbidden.In American Moderns , Christine Stansell tells the story of the most famous of these neighborhoods, Greenwich Village, which--thanks to cultural icons such as Eugene O'Neill, Isadora Duncan, and Emma Goldman--became a symbol of social and intellectual freedom. Stansell eloquently explains how the mixing of old and new worlds, politics and art, and radicalism and commerce so characteristic of New York shaped the modern American urban scene. American Moderns is both an examination and a celebration of a way of life that's been nearly forgotten.
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Maznah Mohamad
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National
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Melayu : The Politics, Poetics and Paradoxes of Malayness
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People within the Malay world hold strong but diverse opinions about the meaning of the word Melayu, which can be loosely translated as Malayness. Questions of whether the Filipinos are properly called "Malay", or the Mon-Khmer speaking Orang Asli in Malaysia, can generate heated debates. So too can the question of whether it is appropriate to speak of a kebangsaan Melayu (Malay as nationality) as the basis of membership within an aspiring postcolonial nation-state, a political rather than a cultural community embracing all residents of the Malay states, including the immigrant Chinese and Indian population.In Melayu: The Politics, Poetics and Paradoxes of Malayness, the contributors examine the checkered, wavering and changeable understanding of the word Melayu by considering hitherto unexplored case studies dealing with use of the term in connection with origins, nations, minority-majority politics, Filipino Malays, Riau Malays, Orang Asli, Straits Chinese literature, women's veiling, vernacular television, social dissent, literary women, and modern Sufism. Taken as a whole, this volume offers a creative approach to the study of Malayness while providing new perspectives to the studies of identity formation and politics of ethnicity that have wider implications beyond the Southeast Asian region.
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Pierre Bourdieu, Robert N. Bellah, Paul Rabinow |
University
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California
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Reflections on Fieldwork in Morocco
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In this landmark study, now celebrating thirty years in print, Paul Rabinow takes as his focus the fieldwork that anthropologists do. How valid is the process? To what extent do the cultural data become artifacts of the interaction between anthropologist and informants? Having first published a more standard ethnographic study about Morocco, Rabinow here describes a series of encounters with his informants in that study, from a French innkeeper clinging to the vestiges of a colonial past, to the rural descendants of a seventeenth-century saint. In a new preface Rabinow considers the thirty-year life of this remarkable book and his own distinguished career.
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Douglas Smith
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Yale
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The Pearl: A True Tale of Forbidden Love in Catherine the Great's Russia
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"The Pearl" immerses you into the opulence and rigidity of Catherine the Great's Russia, recounting a poignant love story that defies the era's stringent social hierarchies. If you are drawn to tales where passion and societal norms collide, this book not only satiates with historical detail but also with the timeless turmoil of love's complexities. Douglas Smith's meticulous research offers authenticity that makes the past almost palpable. This isn't just history; it's a testament to the resilience of the human heart.
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Jonathan Renshon
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Princeton
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Fighting for Status : Hierarchy and Conflict in World Politics
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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the importance of status in global politics. Renshon's innovative approach combines statistical analysis, historical case studies, and a lab experiment to provide a compelling look at the causes and consequences of status dynamics on the global stage. Readers will gain insights into the nature of prestige in international conflicts, why states want status, how they get it, and the strategies they use to maximize or salvage their standing. Renshon moves beyond a focus on major powers and shows how different states construct status communities of peer competitors that shift over time.
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Alan Pearson, Allen Jeyarajasingam |
Oxford
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A Field Guide to the Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
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This book is a must-have for anyone interested in birdwatching in Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore. Its comprehensive coverage of all known bird species in the region makes it an invaluable tool for experienced ornithologists and beginners alike. The stunning full-color plates, painted specifically for this book, illustrate the various plumage variations for each bird, making identification easier. The text is accessible and highlights all the important identification features - from plumage variations to calls and songs, range, distribution, and status. The introductory sections describing the region and the best sites for watching birds, make this book a perfect companion for birdwatchers planning to visit the area.