Books published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd

PROVIDES AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT SCIENCE, POLICY AND MANAGEMENT IN THE WATER SECTOR ACROSS THE GLOBE Sustainable water management is an increasingly complex challenge and policy priority facing global society. This book examines how governments, municipalities, corporations, and individuals find sustainable water management pathways across competing priorities of water for ecosystems, food, energy, economic growth and human consumption. It looks at the current politics and economics behind the management of our freshwater ecosystems and infrastructure and offers insightful essays that help stimulate more intense and informed debate about the subject and its need for local and international cooperation. This book celebrates the 15-year anniversary of Oxford University's MSc course in Water Science, Policy and Management. Edited and written by some of the leading minds in the field, writing alongside alumni from the course, Water Science, Policy, and Management: A Global Challenge offers in-depth chapters in three parts: Science; Policy; and Management. Topics cover: hydroclimatic extremes and climate change; the past, present, and future of groundwater resources; water quality modelling, monitoring, and management; and challenges for freshwater ecosystems. The book presents critical views on the monitoring and modelling of hydrological processes; the rural water policy in Africa and Asia; the political economy of wastewater in Europe; drought policy management and water allocation. It also examines the financing of water infrastructure; the value of wastewater; water resource planning; sustainable urban water supply and the human right to water. Features perspectives from some of the world's leading experts on water policy and management Identifies and addresses current and future water sector challenges Charts water policy trends across a rapidly evolving set of challenges in a variety of global areas Covers the reallocation of water; policy process of risk management; the future of the world's water under global environmental change; and more Water Science, Policy, and Management: A Global Challenge is an essential book for policy makers and government agencies involved in water management, and for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying water science, governance, and policy.

This 4th edition of Yamada's Handbook of Gastroenterology provides a portable, well-illustrated, rapid access handbook for gastroenterologists of all levels, perfect for quick and easy use while on the wards.Divided into 2 parts -- part 1 being symptom-focused and part 2 disease-focused, it gives 100% clinical assessment and practical management advice for the entire range of GI symptoms, complaints and conditions that patients present with. Every symptom you're likely to encounter is covered, every condition assessed.

"As people use self-tracking devices and other digital technologies, they generate increasing quantities of personal information online. Lupton develops a fresh and intriguing perspective on how people make sense of and use their personal data, and what they know about others who use this information"--

"This book argues that, as industrial capitalism enters a period of prolonged crisis, a new paradigm of "industrious modernity" is emerging. Based on small-scale, commons-based and market-oriented entrepreneurship, this industrious modernity is being pioneered by the many outcasts that no longer find a place within a crumbling industrial modernity"--

"Many of us wonder what we could possibly do to end oppression, exploitation, and injustice. This is the first book dedicated to prefigurative politics: a must-read both for students of radical politics, anarchism and social movements, as well as activists and concerned people everywhere"--

First published in German as Nach Gott: Glaubens- und Unglaubensversuche, Suhrkamp Verlag 2017.

"Communication and artificial intelligence (AI) are closely related. The first work of its kind, this timely textbook provides educators and students with a much-needed resource, connecting the dots between the science of AI and the discipline of communication studies"--

"The original - and often continuing - sin of countries with a settler colonial past is their brutal treatment of indigenous peoples. Duncan Ivison's book considers how these states can accommodate indigenous populations today, and contends that we need to move towards a historically and theoretically nuanced liberalism better suited to our times"--

This new edition of Language and Gender has been thoroughly revised and updated, including the addition of entirely new chapters that explore recent work in the field. A range of approaches is covered at an introductory level, presenting sometimes difficult and complex issues in an understandable way.

"Few economic phenomena provoke as much confusion as money. In this accessible book, Geoffrey Ingham cuts through this tangled web of debate to examine the fundamental debate over the nature of money and trace the import of these competing views for how we understand our contemporary monetary systems"--

"In this comprehensive introduction, Spencer presents a new story of the origins and development of American Pragmatism, from its emergence through the interaction of European and Indigenous American cultures to its contemporary status as a diverse, vibrant, and contested global philosophy. This is an indispensable guide for undergraduate students"--

"In a world of increasingly heated political debates on migration, this book radically shifts the focus to address migration through the lens of inequality. Mirna Safi shows migration to be a mechanism of inequality and shows how studying international migration can challenge current limited, nationally established paradigms of social justice"--

"The declaration of equal rights arguably created the modern political community. But this act of empowering individuals caused the disempowering of the political community. Exposing this, Menke opens up a new way of understanding rights that no longer involves the disempowering of the political community"--

"Tim Jordan deftly explores the workings of the trillion-dollar digital economy. He discusses the hype and significance surrounding its activities and practices in order to outline important concepts, theory, and policy questions. Rich with case studies, the book is an important reference for those getting to grips with this contemporary phenomenon"--

THIS VALUABLE TEXT INCLUDES REFLECTIONS AND PRACTICAL SUPPORT THAT WILL EQUIP PROFESSIONALS TO CONFIDENTLY HANDLE THE CHALLENGES INHERENT TO LEADERSHIP IN THE FIELD FOR DECADES TO COME Written by experienced educational psychologists (EPs) for other EPs in leadership positions and those aspiring to become leaders, this unique and practical book addresses a number of themes including the debate over the nature of leadership and the growing concern for equity and ethics in practice. Emphasising the importance of building and maintaining relationships at all levels, especially during challenging times, this text: Meets a need to support new and existing educational psychologists (EPs) in understanding a range of leadership models Provides useful frameworks to apply to the Local Authority contexts where leaders are working Offers chapters that can be read independently as stand-alone topics or in sequential order Is derived from decades of courses for leaders of educational psychology Leadership for Educational Psychologists: Principles & Practicalities offers chapters covering such topics as: managing educational psychology services (EPSs); past and present leadership frameworks; ethical leadership; change management; women in leadership; inspirational and outward-facing leadership; educational psychology within a Welsh context; appreciative enquiry; recruitment and retention; managing data and quality standards; selling educational psychology services; and more. The book finishes with a section on available support mechanisms for EPs in leadership positions. Leadership for Educational Psychologists will be of great benefit to educational psychologists in leadership, including existing principal and senior educational psychologists, as well as those planning to move into promoted posts within EPSs. It will also be of interest to policymakers in local government, public sector leaders who manage professionals within local authorities, and voluntary and community organisations.

BLACKWELL'S FIVE-MINUTE VETERINARY PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CONSULT Lowell Ackerman Provides a quick veterinary reference to all things practice management related, with fast access to pertinent details on human resources, financial management, communications, facilities, and more Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult, Third Edition provides quick access to practical information for managing a veterinary practice. It offers 320 easily referenced topics that present essential details for all things practice management--from managing clients and finances to information technology, legal issues, and planning. This fully updated Third Edition adds 26 new topics, with a further 78 topics significantly updated or expanded. It gives readers a look at the current state of the veterinary field, and teaches how to work in teams, communicate with staff and clients, manage money, market a practice, and more. It also provides professional insight into handling human resources in a veterinary practice, conducting staff performance evaluations, facility design and construction, and managing debt, among other topics. KEY FEATURES Presents essential information on veterinary practice management in an easy-to-use format Offers a practical support tool for the business aspects of veterinary medicine Includes 26 brand-new topics and 78 significantly updated topics Provides models of veterinary practice, challenges to the profession, trends in companion practices, and more Features contributions from experts in veterinary practice, human resources, law, marketing, and more Supplies sample forms and other resources digitally on a companion website Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult offers a trusted, user-friendly resource for all aspects of business management, carefully tailored for the veterinary practice. It is a vital resource for any veterinarian or staff member involved in practice management.

A comprehensive yet accessible survey of ancient philosophy, covering Greek, Roman, and early Judeo-Christian philosophy, ideal for introductory courses in the ancient roots of modern worldviewsPart of the popular Fundamentals of Philosophy series, Ancient Philosophy is an ideal resource for beginning students as well as for advanced students wishing to hone their understanding of the philosophies of the ancient world. Clear and engaging, this book covers a representative selection of major ancient thinkers, movements, and schools of thought, including the Sophists and other significant Presocratics, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Hellenistic philosophy, the Stoics, the Skeptics, and early Judeo-Christian philosophy up to Augustine. Written by a prominent scholar and author in ancient philosophy studies, this book:* Provides an overview of important issues in the study of the philosophies of the ancient world* Explores the relevance of the theories of ancient thinkers to the modern world* Charts the progression in the ancient world from worldviews based in mythology to systems of thought based on the analysis of evidence* Presents up-to-date scholarship as well as historical material from ancient sources* Assumes no prior knowledge of philosophy and examines all arguments carefully and sequentially

The only comprehensive gateway to Herodotus' Histories, the story they tell, and the world in which they were writtenIn writing his Histories in the second half of the fifth century B.C.E., Herodotus of Halicarnassus created the genre of historical writing in the West. His work combines historical questions with the vibrant narrative of a master storyteller. Two and a half millennia later, the "Father of History" continues to captivate modern scholars, historians, and interested readers alike. The Herodotus Encyclopedia is the first work of its kind ever published. This encyclopedia offers students and faculty of all levels an easy-to-use reference tool while providing Herodotean scholars an up-to-date collection of recent work in the field.Spanning three volumes, this singular publication surveys the current state of knowledge and understanding of Herodotus' work, and discusses past, current, and emerging approaches to the text. More than 2,500 entries cover the individuals, peoples, and places Herodotus names in his Histories, the composition of and central themes in his work, and the historical, social, intellectual, and literary context of the period. Many entries also explore the text's scholarship and reception from antiquity up to the present day. Featuring contributions from an international team of more than 180 scholars, this important resource:* Features entries for every proper name, group, and region mentioned in Herodotus' Histories* Offers discussions of the history of Herodotean studies and scholarship* Incorporates the methods and findings of several different disciplines in the humanities* Includes maps and illustrations, a User Guide, and full bibliographical citations within each entryThe Herodotus Encyclopedia is an indispensable text for scholars in classics and related fields, instructors and professors who cover Herodotus in their courses, research libraries, and students of ancient Greek history and literature.

An accessible yet in-depth introductory textbook on the basic concepts of phonetics, fully updated and revisedThis broad, interdisciplinary textbook investigates how speech can be written down, how speech is produced, its acoustic characteristics, and how listeners perceive speech. Phonetics: Transcription, Production, Acoustics, and Perception introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of the discipline, providing coverage of all four areas of phonetics. This comprehensive textbook also familiarizes readers with concepts from other disciplines related to phonetics--such as physiology, anatomy, and psychology--through relatable, real-life examples.Now in its second edition, the text has been substantially revised to improve clarity and currency, based on student feedback received by the authors over the past decade. Brief "Nutshell" introductions have been added to all chapters to provide a clear overview of key points within the body of the text. Expanded content to this new edition examines voice quality, the acoustic correlates of different phonation types, intonation, and different theories of speech perception. Written in a clear and concise style by two of the field's leading scholars, this textbook:* Covers related relevant areas, including vocal fold vibration and the physiology of the ear* Offers examples from other languages to highlight aspects of phonetics not found in English* Includes chapter-by-chapter exercises, engaging illustrations, and a detailed glossary* Features a companion website containing additional resources such as figures and sound filesPhonetics: Transcription, Production, Acoustics, and Perception, 2nd Edition is an ideal text for both introductory and advanced courses in phonetics and speech science, general linguistics, related disciplines such as psychology, speech pathology, and audiology, and for anyone interested to learn about how we speak and hear.

Now in its fifth edition, Care of People with Diabetes is a comprehensive clinical manual for nurses, healthcare professionals and students alike, providing an extensive summary of the most up-to-date knowledge in a rapidly developing field, as well as the role of education and self-care in achieving desirable outcomes. Covering both the theory and evidence-based practice of diabetes care, this authoritative volume integrates traditional thinking and innovative concepts to challenge readers to 'think outside the box' when rendering care.* New and updated content on the pathophysiology of diabetes and the implications for management, how to apply guideline recommendations in practice, and contemporary evidence for best practice diabetes care* Highlights personalised care and shared, evidence-based decision-making, emphasising the need for effective communication to reduce judgmental language and the negative effect it has on wellbeing and outcomes* Written by internationally recognised experts in diabetes care, research and education* Includes a range of learning features, such as practice questions, key learning points, diagrams, and further reading suggestionsCare of People with Diabetes is an essential companion to clinical practice for both trainee and experienced nurses and healthcare professionals, particularly those in acute care settings, and students undertaking diabetes courses or preparing for qualification exams.

Explores the use of conventional and novel technologies to enhance fermentation processesFermentation Processes reviews the application of both conventional and emerging technologies for enhancing fermentation conditions, examining the principles and mechanisms of fermentation processes, the microorganisms used in bioprocesses, their implementation in industrial fermentation, and more. Designed for scientists and industry professionals alike, this authoritative and up-to-date volume describes how non-conventional technologies can be used to increase accessibly and bioavailability of substrates by microorganisms during fermentation, which in turn promotes microbial growth and can improve processes and productivity across the agri-food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and beverage industries.The text begins by covering the conventional fermentation process, discussing cell division and growth kinetics, current technologies and developments in industrial fermentation processes, the parameters and modes of fermentation, various culture media, and the impact of culture conditions on fermentation processes. Subsequent chapters provide in-depth examination of the use of emerging technologies--such as pulsed electric fields, ultrasound, high-hydrostatic pressure, and microwave irradiation--for biomass fractionation and microbial stimulation. This authoritative resource:* Explores emerging technologies that shorten fermentation time, accelerate substrate consumption, and increase microbial biomass* Describes enhancing fermentation at conventional conditions by changing oxygenation, agitation, temperature, and other medium conditions* Highlights the advantages of new technologies, such as reduced energy consumption and increased efficiency* Discusses the integration and implementation of conventional and emerging technologies to meet consumer and industry demandOffers perspectives on the future direction of fermentation technologies and applications Fermentation Processes: Emerging and Conventional Technologies is ideal for microbiologists and bioprocess technologists in need of an up-to-date overview of the subject, and for instructors and students in courses such as bioprocess technology, microbiology, new product development, fermentation, food processing, biotechnology, and bioprocess engineering.

Provides tools and techniques required to research and prepare a contractual construction claimThis book guides readers through the techniques and approach for properly preparing a construction contract claim and seeing it through. It teaches them how to gather all the facts in order to present arguments concisely, clearly, and forcefully. It focuses on the practical issues of how to research and present a contract claim--whether it be for additional time, prolongation costs, disruption, or revised rates and prices for work due to some changed circumstance affecting construction.Aimed at those who need to prepare a claim, but just as helpful to those defending one, Preparing Construction Claims offers chapter coverage on everything about planning and programming--the methods for assessing them, as well as regular and computerized techniques. The book covers time chainage/line of balance; bar charts, common sense evaluation techniques; and relevant clauses that all contracts contain. Readers will learn about standard forms and common deviations and modifications made by employers. They'll also be taught how to establish the entitlement to make a claim from the contract and then shown what to do next. In addition, the book teaches them what to do when their records are insufficient; how to resolve a dispute; and much more.* A clear and comprehensive, step-by-step guidebook for researching and preparing contractual construction claims* Includes worked examples of certain types of claims to help readers comprehend the process* Beneficial to both sides of a claim--teaching each how they should approach onePreparing Construction Claims is an essential "how to" manual for contractors, subcontractors, and consultants worldwide dealing with all manner of construction disputes and claims preparation.

A comprehensive guide to modern-day methods for earthquake engineering of concrete damsEarthquake analysis and design of concrete dams has progressed from static force methods based on seismic coefficients to modern procedures that are based on the dynamics of dam-water-foundation systems. Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams offers a comprehensive, integrated view of this progress over the last fifty years. The book offers an understanding of the limitations of the various methods of dynamic analysis used in practice and develops modern methods that overcome these limitations.This important book:* Develops procedures for dynamic analysis of two-dimensional and three-dimensional models of concrete dams* Identifies system parameters that influence their response* Demonstrates the effects of dam-water-foundation interaction on earthquake response* Identifies factors that must be included in earthquake analysis of concrete dams* Examines design earthquakes as defined by various regulatory bodies and organizations* Presents modern methods for establishing design spectra and selecting ground motions* Illustrates application of dynamic analysis procedures to the design of new dams and safety evaluation of existing dams.Written for graduate students, researchers, and professional engineers, Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams offers a comprehensive view of the current procedures and methods for seismic analysis, design, and safety evaluation of concrete dams.

The most comprehensive and up-to-date English-language guide on hadith scholarshipThe source of much of our knowledge of the first two centuries of Islamic history, the hadith literature is made up of thousands of traditions collected during the formative years of Islam. Alongside the Qur'an, the hadith forms a second major body of Islamic scripture, and much of Islamic belief and practice rests on the hadith including Islamic law, Islamic theology, Qur'anic interpretation, political thought, and personal behavior. Yet despite its importance to Muslims worldwide and its indispensable role as a source for early Islamic history, the hadith remains unexplored territory for many non-specialist readers.The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Hadith is a concise yet comprehensive overview of both Islamic and Western traditions of hadith study, offering up-to-date scholarship and providing readers with an essential guide to this distinctive aspect of Islam.Written by a multidisciplinary team of distinguished scholars, the Companion discusses questions of authenticity, epistemology and authority in the hadith and explores the relationship of the hadith literature to other ways of transmitting knowledge and establishing authority.* Covers the origins of hadith, the application of hadith within the Islamic intellectual tradition, and contemporary revaluations of hadith literature* Addresses developments in modern scholarship about the origins of Islam and Islamic law which are rooted in a revaluation of hadith* Presents new and groundbreaking research from international scholars from divergent perspectives to present an accurate and lively overview of the field* Explores the emergence of skepticism about hadith among western scholars* Surveys the evolution of a wide range of approaches to hadith among modern MuslimsFilling a significant gap in current literature in the field, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Hadith is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and researchers in Islamic studies, Islamic law, history, and theology.