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Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea Warships States and the Use of Force

Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea Warships States and the Use of Force

There has been a recent increase in clashes between warships asserting rights to navigate and states asserting sovereignty over coastal waters. This book argues for a set of rules which respect the rights of coastal states to protect their sovereignty and of warships to navigate lawfully whilst also outlining the limits of each. The book addresses the issue of the clash between warships and states by considering the general principles applying to use of force in the law of the sea and the law of national self-defence. It focuses on the right of coastal states to use force to prevent passage of warships which threaten their sovereignty with particular reference to the specific maritime zones as well as by warships to ensure passage or to defend themselves. The book also assesses the extent to which the law of armed conflict may be applicable to these issues. The conclusion draws together a set of rules which take account of both contemporary and historical events and seeks to balance the competing interests at stake. Providing a concise overview of the enduring issue of freedom of navigation this book will appeal to anyone studying international law the law of the sea security studies and international relations. It will also be of interest to naval coast guard and military officers as well as government legal advisors. | Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea Warships States and the Use of Force

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The Authority of Tenderness Dignity and the True Self in Psychoanalysis

The Authority of Tenderness Dignity and the True Self in Psychoanalysis

This insightful and beautifully written work explores nonlinear processes of recovery of the loss of Self. The inherent healing power of hard-earned wholehearted self-acceptance is conceived through the authority of tenderness. The book is the final volume in The Fifth Principle trilogy (the second book being Scum) which chronicled through the course of one boy’s lifetime the methods of a mind which is not a mind in its efforts to prevail under oppressive circumstances. The Authority of Tenderness comes at the end of the journey is written by the adult self of the child and uses poetic vignettes references to foundational psychoanalytic literature and analyses of critical treatment situations to convey the experiences of someone who has been both patient and analyst. The book offers a vivid psychotherapeutic perspective for clinicians trainees students and general readers alike. | The Authority of Tenderness Dignity and the True Self in Psychoanalysis

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The Psychology of Belonging

The Psychology of Belonging

Can a sense of belonging increase life satisfaction? Why do we sometimes feel lonely? How can we sustain lasting human connections? The Psychology of Belonging explores why feeling like we belong is so important throughout our lives from childhood to old age irrespective of culture race or geography. With its virtues and shortcomings belonging to groups such as families social groups schools workplaces and communities is fundamental to our identity and wellbeing even in a time when technology has changed the way we connect with each other. In a world where loneliness and social isolation is on the rise The Psychology of Belonging shows how meaningful connections can build a sense of belonging for all of us.

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The Origin and Goal of History

The Origin and Goal of History

Karl Jaspers (1883–1969) was a German psychiatrist and philosopher and one of the most original European thinkers of the twentieth century. As a major exponent of existentialism in Germany he had a strong influence on modern theology psychiatry and philosophy. He was Hannah Arendt’s supervisor before her emigration to the United States in the 1930s and himself experienced the consequences of Nazi persecution. He was removed from his position at the University of Heidelberg in 1937 due to his wife being Jewish. Published in 1949 the year in which the Federal Republic of Germany was founded The Origin and Goal of History is a vitally important book. It is renowned for Jaspers' theory of an 'Axial Age' running from the 8th to the 3rd century BCE. Jaspers argues that this period witnessed a remarkable flowering of new ways of thinking that appeared in Persia India China and the Greco-Roman world in striking parallel development but without any obvious direct cultural contact between them. Jaspers identifies key thinkers from this age including Confucius Buddha Zarathustra Homer and Plato who had a profound influence on the trajectory of future philosophies and religions. For Jaspers crucially it is here that we see the flowering of diverse philosophical beliefs such as scepticism materialism sophism nihilism and debates about good and evil which taken together demonstrate human beings' shared ability to engage with universal humanistic questions as opposed to those mired in nationality or authoritarianism. At a deeper level The Origin and Goal of History provides a crucial philosophical framework for the liberal renewal of German intellectual life after 1945 and indeed of European intellectual life more widely as a shattered continent attempted to find answers to what had happened in the preceding years. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new Foreword by Christopher Thornhill.

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The Norwegian Mission’s Literacy Work in Colonial and Independent Madagascar

The Norwegian Mission’s Literacy Work in Colonial and Independent Madagascar

Offering an original historical perspective on literacy work in Africa this book examines the role of the Norwegian Lutheran mission in Madagascar and sheds light on the motivations that drove colonizing powers’ literacy work. Focusing on both colonial and independent Madagascar Rosnes examines how literacy practices were facilitated through mission schools and the impact on the reading and writing skills to Malagasy children and youth. Analysing how literacy work influenced identity formation and power relations in the Malagasy society the author offers new insights into the field of language and education in Africa. | The Norwegian Mission’s Literacy Work in Colonial and Independent Madagascar

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Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music

Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music

'Blossom of snow may you bloom and grow Bloom and grow forever' Often dismissed as kitsch sentimentalism Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music has proven an enduringly popular and surprisingly influential cultural icon both within the field of musical theatre and the wider world. The Broadway production won five Tony Awards the London production became the longest-running West End musical and the movie version was the highest-grossing film of all time. This book examines how the musical heralded the end of an era on Broadway; its reinvention of history and biography; how the film has influenced future stage productions; the ways in which it put child performers centre stage; and how nearly 60 years after its stage debut the musical still has a direct impact on the modern world from the United States to the Middle East. In this series of short essays Julian Woolford re-examines the musical from seven different perspectives revealing the ways in which it continues to impact the 21st century. | Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music

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The Problem of China

The Problem of China

'China by her resources and her population is capable of being the greatest power in the world after the United States. ' Bertrand Russell The Problem of China In 1920 the philosopher Bertrand Russell spent a year in China as Professor of Philosophy at the University of Beijing (then Peking) where his lectures on mathematical logic enthralled students and listeners including Mao Tse Tung who attended some of Russell’s talks. Written at a time when China was largely regarded by the West as backward and weak The Problem of China sees Russell rise above the prejudices of his era and presciently assess China's past present and future. Russell brings his analytical and insightful eye to bear on some fundamental aspects of China’s history and politics cautioning China against adopting a purely Western model of social and economic development which he regarded as characterized by a combination of greed and militarism. Beginning with an overview of nineteenth-century Chinese history and considering China's relations with Japan and Russia Russell then contrasts Chinese civilization with Western. He devotes a fascinating chapter to the character of the Chinese which he argues is complex but ultimately defined by a ‘pacific temper’. With uncanny foresight Russell predicts China’s resurgence but only if it is able to establish an orderly government promote industrial development under Chinese control and foster the spread of education. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new introduction by Bernard Linsky.

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Parker Lopez and Stone's The Book of Mormon

Parker Lopez and Stone's The Book of Mormon

'Hasa Diga Eebowai' In 2011 a musical full of curse words and Mormon missionaries swept that year’s Tony Awards and was praised as a triumphant return of the American musical. This book explores the inherent achievements (and failures) of The Book of Mormon—one of the most ambitious and problematic musicals to achieve widespread success. The creative team members—Matt Parker Trey Stone and composer Robert Lopez—were collectively known for their aggressive use of taboo subjects and crude punchy humor. Using the metaphor of boxing Granger explores the metaphorical punches the trio delivers and ruminates over the less-discussed ideological wounds that their style of shock absurdism might leave behind. This careful examination of where The Book of Mormon succeeds and fails is sure to challenge discussion of our understanding of musical comedy and our appreciation for this cultural landmark in theatre. | Parker Lopez and Stone's The Book of Mormon

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The Psychology of Prejudice

The Psychology of Prejudice

Why do we develop extreme attitudes to others? Can our personality contribute to our prejudices? How do we reduce prejudice and discrimination? The Psychology of Prejudice explores different forms of prejudice and discrimination from racial jokes to genocide. It looks at what might cause our prejudiced attitudes including our personalities social influences group identity and evolutionary factors and how prejudice can be reduced through education campaigning and consciousness raising. Offering insights into a topic of great public concern and debate The Psychology of Prejudice shows us how we can confront our prejudiced attitudes and contribute to greater tolerance and understanding.

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When the Sun Fell Out of the Sky A Short Tale of Bereavement and Loss

When the Sun Fell Out of the Sky A Short Tale of Bereavement and Loss

This beautifully illustrated therapeutic picture book tells the story of Stan the Giraffe. Stan loves the sun and to feel its warmth on his long back; but one day it suddenly and unexpectedly falls from the sky and disappears from his life. Stan experiences many different and difficult emotions throughout the story reflecting the seven stages of grief. The story aims to normalise these feelings which for children and those around them can be frightening. This storybook has been written to support key adults in helping bereaved children to find a way to cope manage and make it through their grief. The resource Supporting Children through Bereavement and Loss has been written to accompany the storybook providing information guidance and ideas for anyone supporting a grieving child in school or at home. | When the Sun Fell Out of the Sky A Short Tale of Bereavement and Loss

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The Psychology of the Teenage Brain

The Psychology of the Teenage Brain

Why do teenagers stay up late and struggle to get up in the morning? Do teenagers really take more risks? What is happening with teenagers’ hormones? The Psychology of the Teenage Brain offers all those involved in teenagers’ lives insight into what’s happening in their brains and how understanding them can improve relationships and communication at this crucial stage. It explains key topics including the way the brain changes during adolescence the role of hormones and what we really know about risk and resilience sleep and peer pressure. It challenges the stereotype of the ''snowflake generation'' and explores young people’s mental health. Written for all parents and caregivers this book will help with the challenges of having a teenager in the home. It also offers crucial understanding for all students and practising professionals in the fields of social work counselling health and education who work with teenagers.

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Economic Democracy The Challenge of the 1980s

Economic Democracy The Challenge of the 1980s

This book is a discussion of and an argument for alternatives to the present structure of production in the United States—alternatives that would change the control of capital and how it is used. First published 1980 Carnoy and Shearer discuss the economic problems facing the 1980s and argue for a strategy to transform capital from corporations to the public. A book that remains relevant in today’s political economic climate this title is ideal for students of economics and politics as well as general readers interested in past and present economic problems and potential solutions. | Economic Democracy The Challenge of the 1980s

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Towards 2000 The Future of Childhood Literacy and Schooling

Towards 2000 The Future of Childhood Literacy and Schooling

Originally published in 1995. This book reviews the current situation concerning the teaching of 'English' in schools examining particularly the notion of 'literacy'. The authors offer practical suggestions to primary and secondary teachers proposing ways in which the teaching of children's literature (and that of adolescence and youth) may be addressed across Key Stages and at A-level. They relate theory to practise and offer a critique of government proposals. | Towards 2000 The Future of Childhood Literacy and Schooling

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The Causes of the English Revolution 1529-1642

The Causes of the English Revolution 1529-1642

Dividing the nation and causing massive political change the English Civil War remains one of the most decisive and dramatic conflicts of English history. Lawrence Stone's account of the factors leading up to the deposition of Charles I in 1642 is widely regarded as a classic in the field. Brilliantly synthesising the historical political and sociological interpretations of the seventeeth century Stone explores theories of revolution and traces the social and economic change that led to this period of instability. The picture that emerges is one where historical interpretation is enriched but not determined by grand theories in the social sciences and as Stone elegantly argues one where the upheavals of the seventeenth century are central to the very story of modernity. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new foreword by Clare Jackson Trinity Hall Cambridge. | The Causes of the English Revolution 1529-1642

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The Psychology of the Paranormal

The Psychology of the Paranormal

Can mediums communicate with the dead? Do people really believe they’ve been abducted by aliens? Why do some people make life decisions based on their horoscope? The Psychology of the Paranormal explores some commonly held beliefs regarding experiences so strange they can defy an obvious scientific explanation. The book explains how psychologists have conducted experiments to provide insight into phenomena such as clairvoyance astrology and alien abduction as well as teaching us fundamental truths about human belief systems. From debunking myths about Extra Sensory Perception to considering whether our lives can truly be fated by the stars The Psychology of the Paranormal shows us that however unlikely belief in the paranormal will continue to be widespread.

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The Literary Economy of Jane Austen and George Crabbe

The Literary Economy of Jane Austen and George Crabbe

Though Jane Austen (1775-1817) and the poet George Crabbe (1754-1832) each wrote during the Napoleonic Wars no full-length study has considered the importance of these pivotal events to their writing. In The Literary Economy of Jane Austen and George Crabbe the author argues that both writers were unusually responsive to the economic anxieties specific to wartime occasioned especially by the Napoleonic trade embargo imposed on Britain from 1806 to 1812 and shared a particular concern with the economizing of space. The author's term 'spatial economy' refers to the practice of turning available resources to the best possible account which these authors applied even to the practice of writing as they strove to preserve space on the page (Austen in her letters and Crabbe in the couplet). Their work displays a preoccupation with boundaries pressure and containment which also informs economic treatises published during this period. Through close readings and fresh contextual and historical analysis that draws on the ideas of contemporary thinkers such as Thomas Malthus William Spence William Cobbett Arthur Young and Humphrey Repton Winborn not only establishes a close affinity between Austen and Crabbe but makes a convincing case for rethinking the relationship between the novel and poetry during the Romantic period.

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The New Power of Children and Young People

The New Power of Children and Young People

In a rapidly changing world children have more of a voice than ever before. In The New Power of Children and Young People David Cohen explores how this has happened what the consequences might be and how we can best engage with our young people. David Cohen considers the social political and psychological issues involved in children and young people’s influence and how it impacts the balance of power between children and parents and other adults in their lives. It examines crucial topics including the role of high-profile young people such as Malala Yousafzai and Greta Thunberg; their knowledge of and anxieties around global issues such as climate change; children’s relationships with technology and social media; their changing relationships with parents and guardians; how children develop a sense of justice; sex and relationships; how children are depicted in TV and film; young people’s experience of education; and shines a light on their growing political confidence and engagement. Young people should be interested as well as parents teachers social workers politicians and other key professionals involved in children and young people’s lives. This thought-provoking book offers insight to help us understand young people’s lives.

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Institutions Policy and Outputs for Acidification The Case of Hungary

Institutions Policy and Outputs for Acidification The Case of Hungary

Published in 1998 this is an analysis of the impact in Hungary of environmental policy following the Convention of Long Range Trans-boundary Air Pollution (CLRTAP) of the Economic Commission of Europe. The book focuses on central research issues but also analyzes environmental institutions and policy in Hungary more generally. It treats related themes such as the emerging role of the new autonomous local governments the impact of privatization on acidification and environmental issues in Hungary and offers coverage of the influence of NGO's in democratic Hungary. | Institutions Policy and Outputs for Acidification The Case of Hungary

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The Psychology of Gender

The Psychology of Gender

What is the difference between sex and gender? What is the impact of gender-role stereotypes on our lives our relationships and the world? What does gender mean to you? The Psychology of Gender looks at our biology history and culture to consider the impact of gender roles and stereotypes and addresses the 'dilemmas' we have regarding gender in a post-modern world. It offers a unique perspective on gender through storytelling and explores ideas around transgender and cisgender identities and androgyny tackling hidden assumptions and helping us make sense of the world of gender. By examining the future of gender The Psychology of Gender offers a platform for further exploration and arrives at a new psychology of gender that emphasises relationships and helps us to understand our own gender identity and that of those around us.

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The Psychology of Attachment

The Psychology of Attachment

What do we actually mean by ‘attachment’? How do different caregiving styles impact attachment in children? How do early caregiving experiences impact later development? The Psychology of Attachment is an essential introduction to attachment offering an accessible explanation of the theory unpicking common misunderstandings and providing a balanced overview of key research findings. Topics covered include the following: The development of attachment during the first few years of life The impact of different caregiving behaviours on children’s attachment relationships The influence of attachment relationships on children’s behaviour and development The development of attachment relationships from infancy to adulthood Attachment in romantic relationships and religion Attachment-based interventions This unique book introduces the reader to new ways of thinking about the role of relationships caregiving and child development and the way in which they shape our lives.

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The DBT Solution for Emotional Eating A Proven Program to Break the Cycle of Bingeing and Out-of-Control Eating

The DBT Solution for Emotional Eating A Proven Program to Break the Cycle of Bingeing and Out-of-Control Eating

Eating can be a source of great pleasure-or deep distress. If you've picked up this book chances are you're looking for tools to transform your relationship with food. Grounded in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) this motivating guide offers a powerful pathway to change. Drs. Debra L. Safer Sarah Adler and Philip C. Masson have translated their proven state-of-the-art treatment into a compassionate self-help resource for anyone struggling with bingeing and other types of "stress eating. " You will learn to: *Identify your emotional triggers. *Cope with painful or uncomfortable feelings in new and healthier ways. *Gain awareness of urges and cravings without acting on them. *Break free from self-judgment and other traps. *Practice specially tailored mindfulness techniques. *Make meaningful behavior changes one doable step at a time. Vivid examples and stories help you build each DBT skill. Carefully crafted practical tools (you can download and print additional copies as needed) let you track your progress and fit the program to your own needs. Finally freedom from out-of-control eating-and a happier future-are in sight. Mental health professionals see also the related treatment manual Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Binge Eating and Bulimia by Debra L. Safer Christy F. Telch and Eunice Y. Chen. | The DBT Solution for Emotional Eating A Proven Program to Break the Cycle of Bingeing and Out-of-Control Eating

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The Psychology of Comedy

The Psychology of Comedy

What makes us laugh? Why is comedy so important? How does comedy affect our behaviour? The Psychology of Comedy provides a unique insight into the role of laughter and humour in our lives. From the mechanics of comedy and what makes a good joke to the health benefits of laughter the book delves into different types of comedy from slapstick to complex puns and the physiological response it provokes. The dark side of comedy is also considered confronting the idea that what is funny to some can be offensive to others making this universal experience also highly subjective. In a time when comedy continues to be one of the most popular and enduring forms of art The Psychology of Comedy reminds us that laughter really is good for the soul.

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The Psychology of Democracy

The Psychology of Democracy

What is a democracy? Why do we form democratic systems? Can democracy survive in an age of distrust and polarisation? The Psychology of Democracy explains the psychological underpinnings behind why people engage with and participate in politics. Covering the influence that political campaigns and media play the book analyses topical and real-world political events including the Arab Spring Brexit Black Lives Matter the US 2020 elections and the Covidd-19 pandemic. Lilleker and Ozgul take the reader on a journey to explore the cognitive processes at play when engaging with a political news item all the way through to taking to the streets to protest government policy and action. In an age of post-truth and populism The Psychology of Democracy shows us how a strong and healthy democracy depends upon the feelings and emotions of its citizens including trust belonging empowerment and representation as much as on electoral processes.

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Death and Religion: The Basics

Death and Religion: The Basics

Death and Religion: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to dying death grief and conceptions of the afterlife in world religions. It leads readers through considerations of how we understand meanings of death and after-death and the theories and practices attached to these states of being with recourse to various religious worldviews: Judaism Islam Christianity Hinduism Sikhism Buddhism Chinese Religions and Native American belief systems. This inter-religious approach provides a rich dynamic survey of varying and evolving cultural attitudes to death. Topics covered include: Religious perspectives of the good death Grief bereavement and mourning Stages and definitions of death Burial cremation and disposition Remembrance rituals Religious theories of the afterlife Death and technology Featuring a glossary suggestions for further reading in each chapter and key terms this is the ideal text for students approaching the intersection of death and religion for the first time and those in the fields of religious studies thanatology anthropology philosophy and sociology.

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The Psychology of Trust

The Psychology of Trust

What makes us trust people? How is trust developed and maintained? Is Western society facing a crisis of trust? The Psychology of Trust addresses trust issues that are directly relevant to peoples’ experiences in their daily lives. It identifies the factors that cause people to trust and the consequences of trust for real world issues in health politics terrorism the workplace and religious faith. It also explores the impact of a lack of trust and what causes distrust of individuals groups and organisations. In a world where trust impacts our daily lives The Psychology of Trust shows the role trust plays in our relationships and provides practical guidance regarding our own trust in others.

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