Books published by Emerald Publishing Limited

The rise of tattoos into the mainstream has been a defining aspect of 21st century western culture. Tattoos and Popular Culture showcases how tattoos have been catapulted from 'deviant' and 'alternative' subculture, into a popular culture, becoming a potent signifier of 'difference' for the millennial generation.

In The Battle to Do Good, former McDonald's Executive Bob Langert takes readers on a behind-the-scenes tour of the restaurant giant's decades-long battle to do good, tackling tricky societal issues all while feeding 70 million people a day while attending to the bottom line.

Designed as a companion for both the first-time and also more experienced user, this book presents an accessible guide to the 21 clauses of the 2017 FIDIC Conditions of Contract, using the Conditions of Contract for Plant & Design Build (Yellow Book) as a basis.

Now in its fourth edition, Port Designer's Handbook is the definitive guide to the layout, design and construction of harbours and port structures.

This book examines the convergence of Cloud Computing, Big Data, and the Internet of Things to forge the Next Internet. Ubiquitous computing enables universal communication, concentration of power, privacy erosion, environmental degradation, and massive automation and this title explores solving these issues to create a democratic digital world.

Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Theory and Practice offers a comprehensive and multi-dimensional understanding of entrepreneurial ecosystems through a blend of theoretical and practical insights, and comparative analyses.

Queer Teachers' Agency in Language Education explores how to create an inclusive, gender-fair language learning environment by embracing the queer identity of the teacher, challenging traditional norms and fostering acceptance.

Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained: Rewiring the DNA in Banking explains how one bank overcame this juxtaposition to leverage the benefits of fintech to change the banking DNA for the better. There are lessons in here for all established industries and stories to inspire new ventures looking for those crucial rounds of funding.

The research underpinning this book shows that business owners want to know how they can use their entrepreneurial skills to ensure progress for themselves, the business, and society at a meaningful level.

Ecosystems of Youth Leadership Development: Pathways to New Programs introduces new insights into youth leadership development, where the voices of youth who have been disaffected by previous programs are brought to the forefront.

Trauma-informed approaches to leadership seek to understand and consider an individual's holistic life experiences, particularly negative consequences of trauma, when determining how to best support and interact with them in the workplace.

Future Workscapes: Emerging Business Trends and Innovations offers an in-depth exploration of the evolving work environment, human resource strategies, and dynamic organizational development practices.

Both Part A and B of Future Workscapes offers an in-depth exploration of the evolving work environment and human resource strategies, addressing the urgent need for organizations to adapt to rapid changes, fostering environments that are not only technologically advanced but also human-centric, sustainable, and inclusive.

Digital Transformation of Malaysian Small and Medium Enterprises explores the factors influencing digital transformation in Malaysian SMEs, focusing on both internal and external aspects. Chapters delve into organizational, technological, and environmental factors that play a crucial role in SMEs' digital journey.

Effective Practices in AI Literacy Education serves as a go to guide for university key stakeholders, such as students, academics and professional support staff seeking to develop their AI literacy skills.

The Durkin COMPASS Model offers a groundbreaking theoretical framework for criminology and forensic psychology, integrating compassion and positive psychology with evidence-based practice to facilitate desistence from crime.

Adding to what is still a relatively small core of texts that link the Anthropocene to popular culture, author Lee Barron provides a new set of case studies in one text that brings together representations of the Anthropocene from the perspectives of literature, film, television, celebrity and environmental discourses, and popular music.

The case studies presented generate insights and key takeaways into the role of family businesses in ending poverty and tackling its growing inequality detrimental to economic growth, social cohesion, stability, and peace.

Undertaking a Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) can be a daunting yet career-defining task. Through engaging with research, increasing your networks, and conducting your own research project, you will advance your professional practice and understanding of your field.

In this anticipated second edition of The Stalled Revolution, authors Tutchell and Edmonds build upon their groundbreaking exploration of the Votes for Women campaign and the Women's Liberation movement, by focusing on the dramatic activities of the #MeToo movement and on the passionate debate about trans and gender identity.

In this much anticipated second edition of their authoritative book on addressing student sexual violence at UK universities, Clarissa DiSantis and Graham Towl revisit the discussion around sexual violence within Higher Education.

Swift Leadership: A Taylor-made Approach to Influence and Decision Making uses the case study of global popstar Taylor Swift to explore a range of leadership concepts such as transformational leadership, goal setting, creativity and innovation, power, team effectiveness and more.

Effective Procurement of Ground Investigation is a client's best practice guide to procuring good quality ground investigations which will ensure that ground related and other risks are suitably and sufficiently assessed and that the required data is obtained to meet the project objectives.

Chapters provide original research on intergenerational earnings mobility, the factors determining adult health inequality, the evolution of wealth inequality in different regions of the world, inequality of employment opportunities, and the effects of the type of labour agreement on wage inequality and on an extended measure of well-being.

The Global Evolution, Changing Landscape and Future of Financial Markets provides a comprehensive understanding of the evolving financial landscape and the importance of creating a more inclusive and diverse digital finance ecosystem.