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An Introduction to Global Studies

An Introduction to Global Studies

Since the 1950s globalization has been an increasingly irresistible trend and one that has exerted a tremendous impact on the political economic military environmental and social fortunes of mankind – and yet existing theories in humanities and social sciences have been fundamentally built upon the traditional “nation-state” model. These two volumes a pioneering work on global studies to be published out of China aims at creating a new theoretical framework against the backdrop of globalization. Volume 1 introduces the core concepts and discusses the critical issues of globalization while the editors redefine notions of politics economics law and globality while deploying globalization as a theoretical framework. Volume 2 examines the multi-level and multi-dimensional nature of globalization analysing processes and systems of global society in the light of globalization and exploring the construction of a stable and rational global order. These two volumes of global studies are an essential reference for scholars and students in politics economics international relations and law. | An Introduction to Global Studies

GBP 82.99
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People of the Earth An Introduction to World Prehistory

People of the Earth An Introduction to World Prehistory

People of the Earth is a narrative account of the prehistory of humankind from our origins over 6 million years ago to the first pre-industrial states beginning about 5 000 years ago. This is a global prehistory which covers prehistoric times in every corner of the world in a jargon-free style for newcomers to archaeology. Many world histories begin with the first pre-industrial states. This book starts at the beginning of human history and summarizes the latest research into such major topics as human origins the emergence and spread of modern humans the first farming and the origins of civilization. People of the Earth is unique in its even balance of the human past its readily accessible style and its flowing narrative that carries the reader through the long sweep of our past. The book is highly illustrated and features boxes and sidebars describing key dating methods and important archaeological sites. This classic world prehistory sets the standard for books on the subject and is the most widely used such textbook in the world. It is aimed at introductory students in archaeology and anthropology taking survey courses on the prehistoric past as well as more advanced readers. It will also appeal to students of human responses to climatic and environmental change. | People of the Earth An Introduction to World Prehistory

GBP 140.00
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The Global Casino An Introduction to Environmental Issues

The Global Casino An Introduction to Environmental Issues

The Global Casino is an introduction to environmental issues which deals both with the workings of the physical environment and with the political economic and social frameworks in which the issues occur. Using examples from all over the world the book highlights the underlying causes behind environmental problems the human actions which have made them issues and the hopes for solutions. It is a book about the human impact on the environment and the ways in which the natural environment impacts human society. The sixth edition has been fully revised and updated throughout with new case studies figures and online resources including a complete lecture course for tutors and multiple-choice questions for students. New concepts and topics covered for the first time in this edition include the green economy the forest transition model marine microplastic pollution urban disasters decommissioning of big dams and the start of the Anthropocene. Recent international initiatives covered include the Paris Agreement on climate change the Aichi Biodiversity Targets and the Sendai Framework for managing disaster risk. New case studies include Morocco’s Noor concentrated solar power plant desert recovery in Kuwait and river management on the Huang Ho. Eighteen chapters on key issues follow three initial chapters which outline the background contexts of the physical and human environments and the concept of sustainable development. Each chapter provides historical context for key issues outlines why they have arisen and highlights areas of controversy and uncertainty to appraise how issues can be resolved both technically and in political and economic frameworks. Each chapter also contains an updated critical guide to further reading – many of them open access – and websites as well as discussion points and essay questions. The text can be read in its entirety or individual chapters adopted as standalone reading. This book is an essential resource for students of the environment geography earth sciences and development studies. It provides comprehensive and inspirational coverage of all the major global environmental issues of the day in a style that is clear and critical. | The Global Casino An Introduction to Environmental Issues

GBP 46.99
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Global Health Governance and Policy An Introduction

Global Health Governance and Policy An Introduction

Global Health Governance and Policy outlines the fundamentals of global health a key element of sustainable development. Taking an interdisciplinary approach it explores the relationship between the globalization process and global health’s social political economic and environmental determinants. It points the attention to the actors and forces that shape global policies and actions with an impact on peoples’ health in an increasingly complex global governance context. Topics discussed include: The relationship between globalization and the determinants of health The essentials of global health measurements The evolution of public health strategies in the context of the global development agenda The actors and influencers of global health governance The role of health systems The dynamics and mechanisms of global health financing and Development Assistance for Health Career opportunities in global health governance management and policy Looking in depth at some of the more significant links between neoliberal globalization global policies and health Global Health Governance and Policy: An Introduction discusses some specific health issues of global relevance such as changes in the ecosystem epidemics and the spread of infectious diseases the global transformation of the food system the tobacco epidemic human migration macroeconomic processes and global financial crisis trade and access to health services drugs and vaccines and eHealth and the global health 4. 0 challenge. Written by a team of experienced practitioners scientists and teachers this textbook is ideal for students of all levels and professionals in a variety of disciplines with an interest in global health. | Global Health Governance and Policy An Introduction

GBP 38.99
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Global Health An Introduction to Current and Future Trends

Global Health An Introduction to Current and Future Trends

Global Health continues to provide readers with a comprehensive up-to-date and thought-provoking outline and understanding of the constantly evolving global health landscape. In this new edition the authors have maintained the successful structure and organisation of the previous edition to examine and explain recent health changes and consider likely future patterns. New or expanded topics covered include: emerging and re-emerging infectious disease threats increasing awareness of and interest in antimicrobial resistance and superbugs terrorism global conflict and health the new UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development the drive for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) the use of information technology in global health substance abuse palliative and end-of-life-care ethical issues in global health. Using clear and original explanations of complex issues this text makes extensive use of boxed case studies and international examples with discussion questions posed for readers at the end of each chapter. Readers will also be able to take advantage of the new website that was designed to complement this book. Global Health is essential reading for students and researchers of global health public health and development studies. | Global Health An Introduction to Current and Future Trends

GBP 42.99
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Solid State Chemistry An Introduction

Solid State Chemistry An Introduction

Solid State Chemistry: An Introduction presents a wide range of the synthetic and physical techniques used to prepare and characterize solids. Going beyond this this largely nonmathematical introduction to solid state chemistry includes the bonding and electronic magnetic electrical and optical properties of solids. Solids of particular interest – porous solids superconductors and nanostructures are included. Practical examples of applications and modern developments are given. It offers students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-life situations and serve them well throughout their degree course. | Solid State Chemistry An Introduction

GBP 39.99
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Cultural Issues in Psychology An Introduction to a Global Discipline

Cultural Issues in Psychology An Introduction to a Global Discipline

This book offers an engaging introduction to cultural and cross-cultural psychology and offers an interdisciplinary approach to the key research theories and controversies that impact on human behaviour in a global context. How is human behavior and experience intertwined with culture? From this starting point this second edition of Cultural Issues in Psychology explores the role of culture in relation to mainstream and critical perspectives of our discipline. Beginning with an examination of culture itself as well as related concepts such as ethnicity race and nation it goes on to trace historical developments in the role of culture in psychology. Including a new chapter on migration and additional coverage of indigenous psychologies ethnographic research methods and cosmopolitanism the new edition reflects the latest developments in this global discipline. Also featuring up-to-date research examples and revision exercises the book reviews and explains classic and contemporary approaches to cultural issues relating to social cognitive developmental and health psychology. Also including chapters on culture and lifespan and culture and psychopathology this is the essential entry-level text on cultural and cross-cultural psychology for students taking psychology and related courses. | Cultural Issues in Psychology An Introduction to a Global Discipline

GBP 34.99
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The Ethics of Development An Introduction

The Ethics of Development An Introduction

The Ethics of Development: An Introduction systematically and comprehensively examines the ethical issues surrounding the concept of development. The book addresses important questions such as: What does development mean? Is there a human right to development? If we aim for sustainable development in an age of global climate change should developed nations sacrifice economic growth for the sake of allowing developing countries to catch up? Should eradication of poverty or diminution of radical inequality be the principal focus of developmental policy? What are the macroeconomic theories of development? And how have they informed development policy? How does development work in practice? Featuring case studies throughout this textbook provides a philosophical introduction to an incredibly topical issue studied by students within the fields of applied ethics global justice economics politics sociology and public policy. | The Ethics of Development An Introduction

GBP 35.99
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An Introduction to Pablo González Casanova Intellectual of the Dignified Rebelliousness

An Introduction to Pablo González Casanova Intellectual of the Dignified Rebelliousness

This book is an introduction to Pablo González Casanova giant of Latin American sociology. It examines his work across history sociology political science and anthropology exploring in depth his writings on the university democracy the new sciences alternatives to capitalism the humanities equity with social justice patriarchal domination and the struggle for planet earth. This book provides insights into a foundational Latin American perspective on global realities. It argues that Pablo González Casanova contributes original elements for the construction of a critical theory in the social sciences and humanities of Mexico Latin America and the Caribbean. With an enriching interdisciplinary perspective this book will be of interest to scholars from a range of specialized interests in sociology political science philosophy anthropology cultural studies scientific epistemology methodology and critical thinking in the alternative field to capitalism. | An Introduction to Pablo González Casanova Intellectual of the Dignified Rebelliousness

GBP 120.00
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Rock Mechanics An Introduction

Rock Mechanics An Introduction

Rock mechanics is a multidisciplinary subject combining geology geophysics and engineering and applying the principles of mechanics to study the engineering behavior of the rock mass. With wide application a solid grasp of this topic is invaluable to anyone studying or working in civil mining petroleum and geological engineering. Rock Mechanics: An Introduction presents the fundamental principles of rock mechanics in a clear easy-to-comprehend manner for readers with little or no background in this field. The text includes a brief introduction to geology and covers stereographic projections laboratory testing strength and deformation of rock masses slope stability foundations and more. The authors—academics who have written several books in geotechnical engineering—have used their extensive teaching experience to create this accessible textbook. They present complex material in a lucid and simple way with numerical examples to illustrate the concepts providing an introductory book that can be used as a textbook in civil and geological engineering programs and as a general reference book for professional engineers. | Rock Mechanics An Introduction

GBP 44.99
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Strategic Communication An Introduction to Theory and Global Practice

Strategic Communication An Introduction to Theory and Global Practice

This textbook provides an overview of the core concepts theories and methods in strategic communication using examples from research and experiences from practice. Strategic Communication begins by explaining the fundamental concepts related to communication organizations and strategy and then explores the communication processes within leadership reputation crisis and change. The authors work to present a framework for the future underpinned by the concept of Communicative Organizations. The content of this 2nd edition has been fully updated to incorporate the latest research and practice examples including a new chapter on ‘The Future of Strategic Communication’. The new edition also features enhanced pedagogical features to aid learning such as key takeaways and new international case studies and examples throughout. After reading the book the student or reader will be able to define and reflect upon strategic communication as an academic field and professional practice describe relevant theories and apply these to communication problems. It is primarily aimed towards Undergraduate students studying Strategic Communication Corporate Communications Public Relations and Marketing as well as reflective practitioners looking to gain a more thorough and applied introduction to the field. | Strategic Communication An Introduction to Theory and Global Practice

GBP 39.99
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Populism An Introduction

Populism An Introduction

Populism: An Introduction is the first introduction to the theme of populism. It will introduce the principal theories definitions models and contemporary debates. A number of global case studies will be used to illustrate the concept: • Russian populism; • Latin American populism; • Italian populism; • Peronism; • Media populism; • Penal populism; • Constitutional populism. Populism will reflect on the sociology of democratic processes and investigate the evolution of political consensus in contemporary political systems. This book will appeal to academics and postgraduate students working in the field of sociology political sociology and politics. | Populism An Introduction

GBP 36.99
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An Historical Introduction to the European Union

An Historical Introduction to the European Union

An Historical Introduction to the European Union is a chronological political history of European integration from the 1950s to the present. It also includes a contextualising survey of wider European history since the 1600s and places unification against a background of world politics. This clearly written introduction to the essential history economics and politics of the European Union assumes no prior knowledge. It offers a detailed account of the Union with sections on: * how the Union works * basic principles of the Union * arguments over contested practices including agriculture * issues of the cold war enlargement and the role of the United States * language * single European currency With an annotated bibliography chronology and guide to the institutions of the European Union An Historical Introduction to the European Union incorporates the most recent research and detailed treatment of the policies of the European Union.

GBP 130.00
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Introduction to Global Military History 1775 to the Present Day

Introduction to Global Military History 1775 to the Present Day

Introduction to Global Military History provides a lucid and comprehensive account of military developments around the modern world from the eighteenth century up to the present day. Beginning with the background to the American War of Independence and the French Revolutionary wars and ending with the recent conflicts of the twenty-first century this third edition combines fully up-to-date global coverage with close analysis not only of the military aspects of war but also its social cultural political and economic dimensions and repercussions. The new edition includes a fully revised chapter on conflicts during the eighteenth century updated coverage of events post-1990 and increased coverage of non-Western conflicts to provide a truly international account of the varied and changing nature of modern military history. Covering lesser-known conflicts as well as the familiar wars of history and illustrated throughout with maps primary source extracts and case studies it is essential reading for all students of modern military history and international relations. | Introduction to Global Military History 1775 to the Present Day

GBP 36.99
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Introduction to Global Politics

Introduction to Global Politics

Introduction to Global Politics Fourth Edition is an accessible comprehensive and well-written introductory textbook which emphasizes the evolution of major global issues from the past to the present. By integrating theory and political practice at individual state and global levels students are introduced to key developments in global politics helping them make sense of major trends that are shaping our world. This completely revised and updated edition includes new material on: the dramatic shift in US policies under President Donald Trump and the post-Trump moves to redo the global scene the coronavirus pandemic and its impact around the world Brexit and its consequences for the European Union the rise of China and Russia in the international order technological developments in weaponry and the militarization of outer space the growing importance of the politics of identity the environment nationalism and populism while retaining much of the structure and many of the features of past editions including a revised range of faculty and student aids– a test bank flashcards glossary web links PowerPoint slides chapter outlines suggested video clips map exercises cultural references and boxed features Stimulating and provocative the book is designed to appeal to students and instructors interested in international relations as a broadly defined multidisciplinary subject encompassing politics history economics military science psychology sociology anthropology and philosophy.

GBP 46.99
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An Introduction to the Spaceport Industry Runways to Space

An Introduction to the Spaceport Industry Runways to Space

This book provides a contemporary look at spaceports not only from relevant technological drivers policies and legal perspectives but also from impacts associated with airspace use and aviation stakeholders. Economic business financial and environmental considerations; issues facing airports transitioning to air and space ports; and spaceport planning are discussed. Through case and event studies research and analysis along with information obtained through professional experience this book provides an overview of the many benefits unique challenges and issues facing commercial spaceports and spaceport operators. Each chapter is a standalone key topic such that the reader can focus on the most compelling issues relevant for them or can view the book as an integrated whole for a full perspective. While examples and case studies come largely from the United States the reader can draw conclusions that are independent of country and situation. Information on other nation-state policies and advancements among other topics is provided to give a global perspective further expanding the relevancy and benefits of the book to both domestic and international audiences. An Introduction to the Spaceport Industry: Runways to Space fills a gap in the literature providing professionals government officials researchers professors and students deep insights into the fast-growing commercial spaceport industry. | An Introduction to the Spaceport Industry Runways to Space

GBP 34.99
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Astrobiology An Introduction

Astrobiology An Introduction

Astrobiology is a multidisciplinary pursuit that in various guises encompasses astronomy chemistry planetary and Earth sciences and biology. It relies on mathematical statistical and computer modeling for theory and space science engineering and computing to implement observational and experimental work. Consequently when studying astrobiology a broad scientific canvas is needed. For example it is now clear that the Earth operates as a system; it is no longer appropriate to think in terms of geology oceans atmosphere and life as being separate. Reflecting this multiscience approach Astrobiology: An Introduction:Covers topics such as stellar evolution cosmic chemistry planet formation habitable zones terrestrial biochemistry and exoplanetary systemsDiscusses the origin evolution distribution and future of life in the universe in an accessible manner sparing calculus curly arrow chemistry and modeling detailsContains problems and worked examples and includes a solutions manual with qualifying course adoptionAstrobiology: An Introduction provides a full introduction to astrobiology suitable for university students at all levels. | Astrobiology An Introduction

GBP 44.99
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Religion and the Environment An Introduction

Religion and the Environment An Introduction

How does religion relate to our global environment? Religion and the Environment provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to this controversial question by covering the following important themes: the religion-environment interface pre- and post-industrial religious practices related to resource extraction and the rise of the Anthropocene an analysis of religious response to the impacts of contemporary industrialization globalization and urbanization religious thought leadership policy formation and grassroots activism relative to the environment. Religion and the Environment will offer students and general readers a sophisticated yet accessible exploration of the relationship between religion and the environment through case studies ranging from climate change to the impacts of warfare. This engaging book will be an excellent addition to introductory courses and those approaching the topic for the first time. | Religion and the Environment An Introduction

GBP 34.99
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History An Introduction to Theory and Method

History An Introduction to Theory and Method

This book provides an accessible introduction to a wide range of concerns that have preoccupied historians over time. Global in scope it explores historical perspectives not only from historiography itself but from related areas such as literature sociology geography and anthropology which have entered into productive dialogues with history. Clearly written and accessible this third edition is fully revised with an updated structure and new areas of historical enquiry and themes added including the history of emotions video history and global pandemics. In all of this the authors have attempted to think beyond the boundaries of the West and consider varied approaches to history. They do so by engaging with theoretical perspectives and methodologies that have provided the foundation for good historical practice. The authors analyse how historians can improve their skills by learning about the discipline of historiography that is how historians go about the task of exploring the past and determining where the line separating history from other disciplines such as sociology or geography runs. History: An Introduction to Theory and Method 3ed is an essential resource for students of historical theory and method working at both an introductory and more advanced level. | History An Introduction to Theory and Method

GBP 32.99
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Moral Theory An Introduction to Ethics

Moral Theory An Introduction to Ethics

Originally published in 1921 updated in 1932 and re-issued in 1966 with an introduction by Stephan Körner this book remains a classic introduction to the study of ethics. It clearly explains both the Aristotelian and the Kantian approach to ethical problems by combining the advantages of a historical and systematic introduction. Much of the book is devoted to Aristotle and Kant whose moral theories are important and who are influential forces in contemporary moral philosophy. | Moral Theory An Introduction to Ethics

GBP 26.99
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