Books by R. Jones

This book interrogates the widespread claim thatcontemporary globalization has ended the centrality of the state in worldaffairs and is effectively irreversible. It offers discriminating definitionsof globalization, internationalization and international interdependence anddemonstrates difficulties generated by these concepts. -- .

Designing a successful retail business depends on relationships with four groups of people: customers, shareholders, employees and suppliers. Combining hardcore retail experience with state of the art theory and a steady flow of humour, this is the retail strategy book you've been waiting for.

A set of easy to use techniques helps students discover for themselves how grammar works in real world contexts and how grammatical choices are not just about form but about meaning. Sample teaching ideas, covering a wide range of grammatical topics including verb tense, voice, reference and the organization of texts, accompanies each procedure.

Concise review of the rules and regulations for employing labour directly, labour-only subcontractors or supply and fix-sub-contractors. Also offers practical advice on the tax deduction scheme and how to avoid falling foul of the Inland Revenue.

Beyond the Spanish State is a well researched and accessibly written study of EU policy-making in Spain.