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Practical Rendering and Computation with Direct3D 11

Practical Rendering and Computation with Direct3D 11

Direct3D 11 offers such a wealth of capabilities that users can sometimes get lost in the details of specific APIs and their implementation. While there is a great deal of low-level information available about how each API function should be used there is little documentation that shows how best to leverage these capabilities. Written by active members of the Direct3D community Practical Rendering and Computation with Direct3D 11 provides a deep understanding of both the high and low level concepts related to using Direct3D 11. The first part of the book presents a conceptual introduction to Direct3D 11 including an overview of the Direct3D 11 rendering and computation pipelines and how they map to the underlying hardware. It also provides a detailed look at all of the major components of the library covering resources pipeline details and multithreaded rendering. Building upon this material the second part of the text includes detailed examples of how to use Direct3D 11 in common rendering scenarios. The authors describe sample algorithms in-depth and discuss how the features of Direct3D 11 can be used to your advantage. All of the source code from the book is accessible on an actively maintained open source rendering framework. The sample applications and the framework itself can be downloaded from http://hieroglyph3. codeplex. comBy analyzing when to use various tools and the tradeoffs between different implementations this book helps you understand the best way to accomplish a given task and thereby fully leverage the potential capabilities of Direct3D 11. Key FeaturesPresents the high level concepts used to design algorithms Describes the nuts and bolts of how to implement the algorithmsExplains each of the major components of the Direct3D 11 libraryShows how Direct3D 11 can be used in a variety of real-world situationsProvides source code and sample programs on a supplementary website

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Pro Tools 11 Music Production Recording Editing and Mixing

Pro Tools 11 Music Production Recording Editing and Mixing

Hone your Pro Tools music production skills and create better tracks with Pro Tools 11: Music Production Recording Editing and Mixing. With Pro Tools 11 you’ll get more than descriptions of Pro Tools features and menus—this book grounds its Pro Tools instruction thoroughly in real-world music production. Learn to leverage this powerful DAW and bend it to your will whether you’re recording and mixing a band or producing a dance track. Get tips that will save you time even if you’re an old hand at Pro Tools. Extensive full-color screenshots visually guide you through the book and an informal writing style keeps you engaged. Includes coverage of additional features incorporated into version 10. 3. 6 which can be co-installed alongside Pro Tools 11 to allow use of TDM and RTAS plug-in formats. Author Mike Collins an independent music producer and music technology consultant who has worked with Pro Tools since 1991 gives you a frank view of the software without the hype. This book is carefully designed for users with basic music production experience or knowledge but can serve as a quick learning guide for ambitious beginners or as a reference for the advanced or professional user. Pro Tools 11 includes coverage of the application’s new features including: Avid Audio Engine Dynamic Host-based Plug-in Processing Low-latency Input Buffer Offline Bounce Unified Workspace Browser Advanced Metering for Pro Tools HD 11 Co-Install with Pro Tools 10. 3. 6 Level: Intermediate | Pro Tools 11 Music Production Recording Editing and Mixing

GBP 130.00
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The Gilgamesh Epic in Genesis 1-11 Peering into the Deep

The Gilgamesh Epic in Genesis 1-11 Peering into the Deep

This book provides a substantive reliable and accessible comparison of the Gilgamesh Epic and Genesis 1–11 investigating their presentation of humanistic themes such as wisdom power and the ‘good life. ’ While the Gilgamesh Epic and Genesis 1–11 are characterized by historical and cultural features that may seem unusual or challenging to modern readers such as the intervention of gods and goddesses and talking animals these ancient literary masterpieces are nonetheless familiar and relatable stories through their humanistic composition. This volume explores the presentation of humanistic themes and motifs throughout both stories. Significant passages and narratives such as stories from the Garden of Eden and the Flood are translated into English and accompanied by comprehensive discussions that compare and contrast shared ideas in both compositions. Written in a lucid and concise fashion this book offers new insights into the Gilgamesh Epic and Genesis 1–11 in an accessible way. The Gilgamesh Epic in Genesis 1–11: Peering into the Deep is suitable for students and scholars of ancient Near Eastern literature with broad appeal across religious studies ancient history and world literature. | The Gilgamesh Epic in Genesis 1-11 Peering into the Deep

GBP 34.99
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Reborn of Crisis 9/11 and the Resurgent Superhero

Reborn of Crisis 9/11 and the Resurgent Superhero

This book examines the dominant popular culture convention of the superhero situated within the most significant global event of the last 20 years. Exploring the explosion of the superhero genre post-9/11 it sheds fresh light on the manner in which American society has processed and continues to process the trauma from the terrorist attacks. Beginning with the development of Batman in comics television and film the authors offer studies of popular films including Iron Man Captain America The X-Men Black Panther and Wonder Woman revealing the ways in which these texts meditate upon the events and aftermath of 9/11 and challenge the dominant hyper-patriotic narrative that emerged in response to the attacks. A study of the superhero genre’s capacity to unpack complex global interplays that question America’s foreign policy actions and the white militarized masculinity that has characterized major discourses following 9/11 this volume explores the engagement of superhero films with issues of authority patriotism war morals race gender surveillance the military industrial complex and American political and social identities. As such it will appeal to scholars and students of cultural and media studies film studies sociology politics and American studies. | Reborn of Crisis 9/11 and the Resurgent Superhero

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Post-9/11 Heartland Horror Rural horror films in an era of urban terrorism

Post-9/11 Heartland Horror Rural horror films in an era of urban terrorism

This book explores the resurgence of rural horror following the events of 9/11 as a number of filmmakers inspired by the films of the 1970s moved away from the characteristic industrial and urban settings of apocalyptic horror to return to American heartland horror. Examining the revival of rural horror in an era of city fear and urban terrorism the author analyses the relationship of the genre with fears surrounding the Global War on Terror exploring the films’ engagement with the political repercussions of 9/11 and the ways in which traces of traumatic events leave their mark on cultures. Arranged around the themes of dissent patriotism myth anger and memorial and with attention to both text and socio-cultural context in its interpretation of the films’ themes Post-9/11 Heartland Horror offers a series of case studies covering a ten-year period to shed light on the manner in which the Post-9/11 Heartland Horror films scrutinize and unravel the events aspirations anxieties discourses dogmas and socio-political conflicts of the post-9/11 era. As such it will appeal to scholars and students of film studies cultural studies and media studies and those with interests in the relationship between popular culture and politics. | Post-9/11 Heartland Horror Rural horror films in an era of urban terrorism

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Religious Education 5-11 A Guide for Teachers

Religious Education 5-11 A Guide for Teachers

Religious Education has returned in the limelight of education. Religious Education 5-11 deals with present-day debates and issues at the heart of this important subject. It provides a systematic holistic and unified guidance on teaching RE in primary school. The guide features vignettes case studies extracts and viewpoints from experts for deeper engagement. Religious Education 5-11 offers ample guidance and suggestions for the classroom. The main areas covered include: Historical legal and contemporary perspectives What is RE about? Aims purposes and the field of enquiry RE in the Early Years Key Stages 1 and 2 Knowledge in RE Concepts attitudes skills dispositions and SMSC Planning and structuring the curriculum Theories classical and contemporary pedagogies and multidisciplinary approaches Assessment and progression Subject leadership and the thriving community Research and lifelong learning in RE This book is an indispensable resource for all student educators early career teachers and classroom practitioners interested in teaching Religious Education in an ambitious contemporary and challenging way. | Religious Education 5-11 A Guide for Teachers

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9/11 Ten Years After Perspectives and Problems

9/11 Ten Years After Perspectives and Problems

Ten years on what have been the principal impacts of the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001 on the external policies and international outlooks of the world's major powers the range and scope of the international security agenda and on the capacity for states and international organisations to work together to combat the dangers of international terrorism? This book investigates a range of international responses to the events of 9/11 to evaluate their consistency over time; to analyse their long-term significance and impact and to consider both their implications for the international security agenda and the prospects for international cooperation in addressing the challenges posed. In particular the book considers the perspectives of some of the world's major powers and international organisations on the question of international terrorism and on its perpetrators comparing their interpretations and responses and examining how these have changed over the course of a decade of conflict. This book is primarily directed at an academic market and especially towards undergraduate and taught postgraduate students on courses in international politics international relations security studies terrorism studies and contemporary international history. | 9/11 Ten Years After Perspectives and Problems

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The Dawn of Agriculture and the Earliest States in Genesis 1-11

The Dawn of Agriculture and the Earliest States in Genesis 1-11

This book invites a close textual encounter with the first 11 chapters of Genesis as an intimate drama of marginalised peoples wrestling with the rise of the world’s first grain states in the Mesopotamian alluvium. The initial 11 chapters of Genesis are often considered discordant and fragmentary despite being a story of beginnings within the context of the Bible. Readers discover how these formative chapters cohere as a cross-generational account of peoples grappling with the hegemonic spread of domesticated grain production and the concomitant rise of the pristine states of Mesopotamia. The book reveals how key episodes from the Genesis narrative reflect major societal revolutions of the Neolithic period in Mesopotamia through a three-fold hermeneutical method: literary analysis of the Bible and contemporary cuneiform texts; modern scholarship from archaeological anthropological ecological and historical sources; and relevant exegesis from the Second Temple and rabbinical era. These three strands entwine to recount a generally sequential story of the earliest archaic states as narrated by non-elites at the margins of these emerging state spaces. The Dawn of Agriculture and the Earliest States in Genesis 1–11 provides a fascinating reading of the first 11 chapters of Genesis appealing to students and scholars of the Hebrew Bible and the Near East as well as those working on ecological injustice from a religious vantage point. | The Dawn of Agriculture and the Earliest States in Genesis 1-11

GBP 130.00
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Stimulating Non-Fiction Writing Inspiring Children Aged 7 - 11

Stimulating Non-Fiction Writing Inspiring Children Aged 7 - 11

Stimulating Non-Fiction Writing! Inspiring Children Aged 7-11 offers innovative and exciting ways to engage children in non-fiction writing giving professionals the confidence and practical advice that they need to support children in producing quality non-fiction texts in the classroom. Packed full of interesting ideas resource suggestions and practical activities the book explores the various ways professionals can purposefully encourage ‘child authors’ to develop their non-fiction writing skills. Tried-and-tested resources ‘Gold star!’ tips and practical suggestions are underpinned by research-informed teaching strategies and academic information to strengthen professional practice associated with the teaching of non-fiction writing. By taking a stimulating approach to each text type and linking activities to known texts and stimuli the book offers differentiated advice for working with children in Lower and Upper Key stage 2. Chapters consider text types that include: Instructions Persuasive texts Non-chronological reports Correspondence texts Discussion texts This new text is the perfect guide for inspiring children aged 7-11 in the classroom and will energise and enrich classroom provision and practice by being an essential resource for teachers and students on teacher training courses. | Stimulating Non-Fiction Writing Inspiring Children Aged 7 - 11

GBP 24.99
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Dreaming the Social From 9/11 to Covid

Dreaming the Social From 9/11 to Covid

Dreaming the Social uses social dreaming as a tool to explore aspects of contemporary life and examine how we can reverse social fragmentation and large-scale trauma. Since the attack on New York on 9/11 the world has been balanced on the edge of potential disaster exacerbated in recent years by global warming the Covid pandemic and war in Ukraine. Since the first edition in 2009 these national and global events have come to dominate our lives in unforeseen ways. With this in mind this new edition explores the potential of social dreaming to help access things we know but are unable to think except through the complex activity of dreaming. Based on several research studies group sessions and mass dreaming experiments the book explores peoples’ experiences of dreaming during times of change transition and upheaval and discusses the insights that these dreams offer. Dreaming the Social will be of great interest to all professionals interested in dreams and the power of social dreaming including psychoanalysts psychotherapists and clinical psychologists. | Dreaming the Social From 9/11 to Covid

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Tackling Terrorism in Britain Threats Responses and Challenges Twenty Years After 9/11

Tackling Terrorism in Britain Threats Responses and Challenges Twenty Years After 9/11

In September 2001 the world witnessed the horrific events of 9/11. A great deal has happened on the counterterrorist front in the 20 years since. While the terrorist threat has greatly diminished in Northern Ireland the events of 9/11 and their aftermath have ushered in a new phase for the rest of the UK with some familiar but also many novel characteristics. This ambitious study takes stock of counterterrorism in Britain in this anniversary year. Assessing current challenges and closely mirroring the ‘four Ps’ of the official CONTEST counterterrorist strategy – Protect Prepare Prevent and Pursue – it seeks to summarize and grasp the essence of domestic law and policy without being burdened by excessive technical detail. It also provides a rigorous context-aware illuminating yet concise accessible and policy-relevant analysis of this important and controversial subject grounded in relevant social science policy studies and legal scholarship. This book will be an important resource for students and scholars in law and social science as well as human rights terrorism counterterrorism security and conflict studies. | Tackling Terrorism in Britain Threats Responses and Challenges Twenty Years After 9/11

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Experiencing 11 November 2018 Commemoration and the First World War Centenary

Experiencing 11 November 2018 Commemoration and the First World War Centenary

In a unique collection of international and interdisciplinary research this book focuses on commemorative events around the world on the same day: 11 November 2018 the centenary of Armistice Day the end of the First World War. It argues that we need to move beyond discourse narrative and how historical events are represented to fully understand what commemoration does socially politically and culturally. Adopting an experiential reframing treats sensory affective and emotional feelings as fundamental to how we collectively understand shared histories and through them shared identities. The volume features 15 case studies from ten countries covering a variety of settings and national contexts specific to the First World War. Together the chapters demonstrate that a new conceptualisation of commemoration is needed: one that attends to how it feels. | Experiencing 11 November 2018 Commemoration and the First World War Centenary

GBP 48.99
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Word Aware 3 Teaching Vocabulary in Small Groups for Ages 6 to 11

Word Aware 3 Teaching Vocabulary in Small Groups for Ages 6 to 11

Word Aware 3 is a comprehensive practical and engaging resource that focuses on teaching vocabulary and word learning skills to children aged 6 to 11 years who have vocabulary learning needs. For many children particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or those whose home language isn’t English (ELL or EAL learners) the vocabulary of the classroom can be a barrier to learning. This book outlines how to best support these children who require extra help offering concrete easy-to-implement activities and resources for use in small groups to maximise the impact on learning and open up access to the curriculum. Word Aware 3: Takes a highly practical evidence-based and curriculum-focused approach to vocabulary learning that supports a broad range of learners Includes photocopiable and downloadable planning intervention and evaluation resources Provides staff training resources and an overview video presented by the authors This book can be used as an adjunct to Word Aware 1 or as an intervention on its own. Although it is most suited to children aged 6 to 11 years it may be adapted for older students with significant learning needs. It is an essential resource for teaching assistants and learning support assistants and will also save time for special educational needs co-ordinators (SENCOs) and speech and language therapists (SaLTs) who are keen to establish effective vocabulary interventions. | Word Aware 3 Teaching Vocabulary in Small Groups for Ages 6 to 11

GBP 34.99
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Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Five Years After 9/11

Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Five Years After 9/11

No event has shaped international events of recent years more than the terrorist attacks of September 11 2001. Tragically less than four years later Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. In less than five years the United States has experienced its worst terrorist attack and worst natural disaster both in terms of the number of lives lost and in the costs needed for reconstruction. Both events have clearly indicated that there are tremendous threats to the security and well-being of Americans in their own country. Furthermore these events have demonstrated the importance of criminal-justice agencies who are the first responders to threats to the United States. Since the threats of further terrorist attacks natural disasters epidemics and cybercrime continue to lurk as potential dangers to the United States homeland the American Criminal Justice System must be committed to mitigating preparing for responding to and recovering from these tragic events. In addition its commitment must be steadfast and ubiquitous. This highly topical book analyzes the nexus of homeland security to the discipline of criminal justice by addressing in depth issues and challenges facing criminal-justice students practitioners and faculty in the burgeoning field of homeland security. This book was previously published as a special issue of Criminal Justice Studies. | Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Five Years After 9/11

GBP 35.99
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Cultures of Counterterrorism French and Italian Responses to Terrorism after 9/11

Cultures of Counterterrorism French and Italian Responses to Terrorism after 9/11

This book investigates counterterrorism responses from a strategic-culturalist perspective focusing on France and Italy in the post-9/11 era. Terrorism occupies a predominant space within contemporary political debate across all European countries. Recent attacks in Europe have raised many questions about the status of counterterrorism structures within European countries revealing a wide range of practical as well as discursive security implications. This work provides an original contribution to the understanding of counterterrorism by asking how values norms and a shared sense of identity matter in policy dynamics. It explores and assesses which cultural elements are relevant for the fight against terrorism and investigates the impact which these elements can have on practical approaches to terrorism. Despite the current attention to terrorist attacks in Europe the cases of France and Italy in counterterrorism affairs are particularly overlooked by the existing literature; this book analyses questions and examines the strategy of these two countries through the instruments offered by the culturalist approaches to strategy. This book will be of much interest to students of terrorism studies discourse analysis European politics security studies and international relations in general. | Cultures of Counterterrorism French and Italian Responses to Terrorism after 9/11

GBP 39.99
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The Story Maker Helping 4 – 11 Year Olds to Write Creatively

The Story Maker Helping 4 – 11 Year Olds to Write Creatively

The Story Maker is an innovative manual designed to help children aged 4-11 write creatively. Packed with original colour illustrations the book is full of handy tips and guidance that will inspire children of all abilities to write their own stories and broaden their vocabulary. Each chapter focuses on a key element of story writing; for example story types settings characters feelings and time. The chapters contain writer’s tips and easy-to-implement suggestions as well as interactive activities designed to help children practise using new vocabulary. Introductory material on narrative planning explores story development and guides children to shape their own stories Key features include: a simple layout that will appeal to children photocopiable material that can easily be used in class a separate introduction for older children who can work alone an expanded section on narrative planning with new content on character setting plot conflict and resolution now in larger A4 format for ease of photocopying The updated third edition of this inspiring resource can be used by teachers and parents to develop children’s creative writing and help support National Curriculum Literacy objectives in Key Stages 1 and 2. | The Story Maker Helping 4 – 11 Year Olds to Write Creatively

GBP 26.99
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Serial Killers in Contemporary Television Familiar Monsters in Post-9/11 Culture

Serial Killers in Contemporary Television Familiar Monsters in Post-9/11 Culture

This volume examines the significant increase in representations of serial killers as central characters in popular television over the last two decades. Via critical analyses of the philosophical and existential themes presented to viewers and their place in the cultural landscape of contemporary America the authors ask: What is it about serial killers that incited such a boom in these types of narratives in popular television post-9/11? Looking past the serial format of television programming as uniquely suited for the presentation of the serial killer’s actions the chapters delve into deeper reasons as to why TV has proven to be such a fertile ground for serial killer narratives in contemporary popular culture. An international team of authors question: What is it about serial killers that makes these characters deeply enlightening representations of the human condition that although horrifically deviant reflect complex elements of the human psyche? Why are serial killers intellectually fascinating to audiences? How do these characters so deeply affect us? Shedding new light on a contemporary phenomenon this book will be a fascinating read for all those at the intersection of television studies film studies psychology popular culture media studies philosophy genre studies and horror studies. | Serial Killers in Contemporary Television Familiar Monsters in Post-9/11 Culture

GBP 130.00
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21 CFR Part 11 Complete Guide to International Computer Validation Compliance for the Pharmaceutical Industry

21 CFR Part 11 Complete Guide to International Computer Validation Compliance for the Pharmaceutical Industry

Covering regulatory requirements stipulated by the FDA this book delineates the organization planning verification and documentation activities and procedural controls required for compliance with worldwide computer systems validation regulations. The author introduces supporting technologies such as encryption and digital signatures and places regulatory compliance within the context of quality assurance. He demonstrates the importance of integrating validation activities into the system lifecycle using a structured top-down approach. He covers practical applications of quality assurance and engineering techniques as they relate to the development of systems fit to meet user and regulatory requirements. | 21 CFR Part 11 Complete Guide to International Computer Validation Compliance for the Pharmaceutical Industry

GBP 59.99
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Addressing Special Needs and Disability in the Curriculum 11 Book Set

Addressing Special Needs and Disability in the Curriculum 11 Book Set

The SEND Code of Practice (2015) reinforced the requirement that all teachers must meet the needs of all learners. This series offers specialist guidance for a full range of subjects in the upper primary and secondary curriculum; including English Maths Science History Geography Languages RE Art D&T PE and Music. Each book draws on a wealth of experience and provides practical tried and tested strategies and resources that will support teachers in delivering successful inclusive lessons for all pupils. An invaluable tool for continuing professional development Addressing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in the Curriculum will be essential for teachers and teaching assistants seeking subject specific guidance in supporting pupils with a wide range of learning needs. This series will also be of great interest to SENCOs senior management teams and ITT providers. | Addressing Special Needs and Disability in the Curriculum 11 Book Set

GBP 230.00
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The Science of Children's Wellbeing Practical Sessions to Support Children Aged 7 to 11

The Science of Children's Wellbeing Practical Sessions to Support Children Aged 7 to 11

This essential book is packed full of comprehensive guidelines and practical resources for running wellbeing intervention sessions for children aged 7 to 11 drawing from the scientifically grounded Six Ways to Wellbeing and the DNA-V model. Each chapter focuses on one of the Six Ways to Wellbeing six patterns of action known to correlate highly with aspects of positive mental health and wellbeing. These principles have been translated into 36 step-by-step sessions to develop children’s wellbeing and psychological flexibility and support those struggling with aspects of their mental health. The sessions can be delivered by educators with the whole class with small groups as targeted wellbeing interventions or easily adapted to fit one-to-one contexts. The Six Ways to Wellbeing sessions include: • Be Active: Staying physically active and exercising regularly. • Self-Care: Engaging in good quality self-care behaviours. • Connect with Others: Connecting with others socially in ways that feel genuine authentic and fulfilling. • Give to Others: Engaging in kind thoughtful and giving behaviours toward others and the wider world. • Challenge Yourself: Encouraging learning that feels personally challenging to grow and develop new skills. • Embrace the Moment: Taking notice of the world around you and embracing and appreciating the moment. Easy to follow and requiring no previous training this book is the ideal resource for primary school teachers and leaders psychologists mental health practitioners school counsellors SENCos LSAs ELSAs and learning mentors looking to support and improve children’s wellbeing within their professional roles. | The Science of Children's Wellbeing Practical Sessions to Support Children Aged 7 to 11

GBP 29.99
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Philippine Security in the Age of Terror National Regional and Global Challenges in the Post-9/11 World

Philippine Security in the Age of Terror National Regional and Global Challenges in the Post-9/11 World

As the twelfth most populous nation the Philippines’ diverse religious and ethnic population makes it an ideal example of the changing tenet of what is deemed national security—post 9/11. Issues previously considered social or public are now viewed as security issues. Food production is now analyzed in the context of food security and environmental degradation is now a part of environmental security. This broadened perspective is not unique to the Philippines but—thanks to the island nation’s long struggle with issues of Muslim radicalism democracy and globalization—it serves as a model worth studying. And no one is better positioned to take on this study than Rommel C. Banlaoi Chairman and Executive Director of the Philippine Institute for Peace Violence and Terrorism Research. In Philippine Security in the Age of Terror: National Regional and Global Challenges in the Post-9/11 World Banlaoi illustrates the increasing complexity of the issues. Divided into three sections the book explores why a nation’s security can no longer be just about its military or only about what is happening within its borders. Section I reviews issues specific to the Philippine people including politics national identity globalization and local and military security. Section II moves to bilateral security issues to report on security interests and collaborations with the United States China and Australia—as well as with India Japan and Russia. Section III examines selected global regional and multilateral issues such as maritime security piracy and the ASEAN Regional Forum. The comprehensive approach and coverage within the book reflects the author’s diverse interests as a scholar of politics security terrorism and international relations. More importantly it documents an intellectual journey that national policymakers across the world need to consider if they hope to achieve the shift in thinking that will promote the well-being of the world’s populations as the strategic centerpiece of any war on terrorism. | Philippine Security in the Age of Terror National Regional and Global Challenges in the Post-9/11 World

GBP 56.99
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