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The Journal of Common Market Studies (JCMS) Annual Review covers the major events concerning the European Union (EU) in the past year. In addition to articles written by leading experts in their respective fields covering a wide array of political, economic and legal issues, this year's Annual Review includes Brigid Laffan's Annual Lecture on the emergence of the EU-27 in light of Brexit. The other articles touch upon theoretical explanations of the unity shown by the remaining 27 Member States during the Brexit negotiations; the structural issues affecting the Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) and how to address them effectively; the reforms introduced by Junker's Presidency on the procedures of the Commission and on its role within the EU institutional system; feminist perspectives on EU policies and social justice; Eurosceptic attitudes and their role (or not) behind the victory of Eurosceptic parties, Five Stars Movement (M5S) and Northern League (LN), in the Italian general election; the electoral consolidation and normalization of the right-wing populist party Alternative for Germany (AfD); and EU's external relations with several global players, with specific contributions on the United States, Russia and the African-Caribbean-Pacific countries (ACP). The Annual Review aims to enhance its reputation as an authoritative and up-to-date source of theoretically informed and empirically based analyses for practitioners, scholars and students of European integration, as well as for general readers who simply want to know more about the European Union. The editorial team remains committed to inclusiveness, without detriment to quality, and to the objective of providing to our readership a pluralism of perspectives and voices.
The first book-length overview of agricultural development in the ancient worldA Companion to Ancient Agriculture is an authoritative overview of the history and development of agriculture in the ancient world. Focusing primarily on the Near East and Mediterranean regions, this unique text explores the cultivation of the soil and rearing of animals through centuries of human civilization--from the Neolithic beginnings of agriculture to Late Antiquity. Chapters written by the leading scholars in their fields present a multidisciplinary examination of the agricultural methods and influences that have enabled humans to survive and prosper.Consisting of thirty-one chapters, the Companion presents essays on a range of topics that include economic-political, anthropological, zooarchaeological, ethnobotanical, and archaeobotanical investigation of ancient agriculture. Chronologically-organized chapters offer in-depth discussions of agriculture in Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia, Hellenistic Greece and Imperial Rome, Iran and Central Asia, and other regions. Sections on comparative agricultural history discuss agriculture in the Indian subcontinent and prehistoric China while an insightful concluding section helps readers understand ancient agriculture from a modern perspective.* Fills the need for a full-length biophysical and social overview of ancient agriculture* Provides clear accounts of the current state of research written by experts in their respective areas* Places ancient Mediterranean agriculture in conversation with contemporary practice in Eastern and Southern Asia* Includes coverage of analysis of stable isotopes in ancient agricultural cultivation* Offers plentiful illustrations, references, case studies, and further reading suggestionsA Companion to Ancient Agriculture is a much-needed resource for advanced students, instructors, scholars, and researchers in fields such as agricultural history, ancient economics, and in broader disciplines including classics, archaeology, and ancient history.
A keystone reference that presents both up-to-date research and the far-reaching applications of marine biotechnologyFeaturing contributions from 100 international experts in the field, this five-volume encyclopedia provides comprehensive coverage of topics in marine biotechnology. It starts with the history of the field and delivers a complete overview of marine biotechnology. It then offers information on marine organisms, bioprocess techniques, marine natural products, biomaterials, bioenergy, and algal biotechnology. The encyclopedia also covers marine food and biotechnology applications in areas such as pharmaceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and nutraceuticals.Each topic in Encyclopedia of Marine Biotechnology is followed by 10-30 subtopics. The reference looks at algae cosmetics, drugs, and fertilizers; biodiversity; chitins and chitosans; aeroplysinin-1, toluquinol, astaxanthin, and fucoxanthin; and algal and fish genomics. It examines neuro-protective compounds from marine microorganisms; potential uses and medical management of neurotoxic phycotoxins; and the role of metagenomics in exploring marine microbiomes. Other sections fully explore marine microbiology, pharmaceutical development, seafood science, and the new biotechnology tools that are being used in the field today.* One of the first encyclopedic books to cater to experts in marine biotechnology* Brings together a diverse range of research on marine biotechnology to bridge the gap between scientific research and the industrial arena* Offers clear explanations accompanied by color illustrations of the techniques and applications discussed* Contains studies of the applications of marine biotechnology in the field of biomedical sciences* Edited by an experienced author with contributions from internationally recognized experts from around the globeEncyclopedia of Marine Biotechnology is a must-have resource for researchers, scientists, and marine biologists in the industry, as well as for students at the postgraduate and graduate level. It will also benefit companies focusing on marine biotechnology, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, and bioenergy.
Explore the fascinating historical and contemporary philosophical issues that arise in Black PantherIn Black Panther and Philosophy: What Can Wakanda Offer The World, a diverse panel of experts delivers incisive critical reflections on the Oscar-winning 2018 film, Black Panther, and the comic book mythology that preceded it. The collection explores historical and contemporary issues--including colonialism, slavery, the Black Lives Matter movement, intersectionality, and identity--raised by the superhero tale.Beyond discussions of the influences of race and ethnicity on the most critically and culturally significant movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this book presents the moral, feminist, metaphysical, epistemological, existential, and Afrofuturistic issues framing Black Panther's narrative. The explorations of these issues shed light on our increasingly interconnected world and allow the reader to consider engaging questions like:* Should Wakanda rule the world?* Was Killmonger actually a victim?* Do Wakanda's Black Lives Matter?* Does hiding in the shadows make Wakanda guilty?* What does Wakanda have to offer the world?Perfect for fans of the most culturally significant film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther and Philosophy will also earn a place in the libraries of students of philosophy and anyone with a personal or professional interest in the defining issues of our time.
The first anthology devoted to the theory and practice of all forms of public philosophyA Companion to Public Philosophy brings together in a single volume the diverse practices, modalities, and perspectives of this rapidly growing field. Forty-two chapters written by established practitioners and newer voices alike consider questions ranging from the definition of public philosophy to the value of public philosophy to both society and philosophy itself. Throughout the book, philosophers offer insights into the different publics they have engaged, the topics they have explored, the methods they have used and the lessons they have learned from these engagements.The Companion explores important philosophical issues concerning the practice of philosophy in the public sphere, how public philosophy relates to advocacy, philosophical collaborations with political activists, locations where public philosophy can be done, and more. Many essays highlight underserved topics such as effective altruism, fat activism, trans activism, indigenous traditions, and Africana philosophy, while other essays set the stage for rigorous debates about the boundaries of public philosophy and its value as a legitimate way to do philosophy.* Discusses the range of approaches that professional philosophers can use to engage with non-academic audiences* Explores the history and impact of public philosophy from the time of Socrates to the modern era* Highlights the work of public philosophers concerning issues of equity, social justice, environmentalism, and medical ethics* Covers the modalities used by contemporary public philosophers, including film and television, podcasting, internet memes, and community-engaged teaching* Includes essays by those who bring philosophy to corporations, government policy, consulting, American prisons, and activist groups across the political spectrumA Companion to Public Philosophy is essential reading for philosophers from all walks of life who are invested in and curious about the ways that philosophy can impact the public and how the public can impact philosophy. It is also an excellent text for undergraduate and graduate courses on the theory and practice of public philosophy as well as broader courses on philosophy, normative ethics, and comparative and world philosophy.
"Failure explores the deeply troubling paradox by which the more technological and financial systems fail us, the more dependent on them we become. The authors propose a theory of habitual failure by exploring crisis and divides - yet failure is not a self-evident quality. It requires a new understanding of why it is so quickly forgotten"--
"Aimae Caesaire's work is foundational for colonial and postcolonial thought. In this unique volume, his responses to Frandcoise Vergaes' questions range over the origins of his political activism, the legacies of slavery and colonialism, the question of reparation for slavery and the problems of marrying literature to politics"--
"What we count matters, and in a world where policies and decisions are underpinned by numbers, statistics and data, if you're not counted, you don't count. In this book, Alex Cobham argues that systematic gaps in economic and demographic data not only lead us to understate a wide range of damaging inequalities, but also to actively exacerbate them"--
* New edition of a highly successful textbook invaluable to anyone taking an introductory sociology course, especially GCSE and Access courses. * Thoroughly revised and updated, the 4th edition provides comprehensive coverage of a wide range of topics, including those specified by the main GCSE exam boards.
Between Germany and Russia is a region strewn with monuments to the horrors of war, genocide and disaster. In September 2016, German-Iranian writer Navid Kermani set out to travel along the trenches that are now re-emerging in Europe, from his home in Cologne to the Caucasus and to Isfahan, the home of his parents.
"What is life like for workers in the gig economy? Is it a paradise of flexibility and freedom? Or is it a world of exploitation? Callum Cant took a job with one of the most prominent platforms, Deliveroo, to find out. This mix of first-hand testimony and analysis is essential for anyone wishing to understand class struggle in platform capitalism"--
Originally published in Spanish as La oscuridad y las luces: capitalismo, cultura y revoluciaon by Edhasa in 2010.
Provides new insights on the lasting impact of famed philosopher and educator Paulo Freire50 years after the publication of his masterpiece, Pedagogy of the Oppressed, this book brings new perspectives on rethinking and reinventing Brazilian educator and philosopher Paulo Freire. Written by the most premier exponents and experts of Freirean scholarship, it explores the currency of Freire's contribution to social theory, educational reform, and democratic education. It also analyzes the intersections of Freire's theories with other crucial social theorists such as Gramsci, Gandhi, Habermas, Dewey, Sen, etc.The Wiley Handbook of Paulo Freire studies the history and context of the man as a global public intellectual, moving from Brazil to the rest of the world and back. Each section offers insides on the epistemology of the global south initiated by Freire with his work in Latin America; the connections between class, gender, race, religion, the state and eco-pedagogy in the work of Freire; and the contributions he made to democratic education and educational reform.* Presents original theory and analysis of Freire's life and work* Offers unique and comprehensive analysis of the reception and application of Paulo Freire in international education on all continents* Provides a complete historical study of Freire's contributions to education* Systematically analyzes the impact of Freire in teachers training, higher education, and lifelong learningThe Wiley Handbook of Paulo Freire is an ideal book for courses on international and comparative education, pedagogy, education policy, international development, and Latin America studies.
Removable Prosthodontics at a Glance provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to the practical elements of complete and partial denture provision. It serves as the perfect illustrated guide for learners, and a handy revision guide for subsequent undergraduate and postgraduate studies.Following the familiar, easy to use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double page spread with text accompanied by clear colour diagrams and clinical photographs to support conceptual understanding. Key concepts such as patient assessment, material handling, denture design, making impressions, and much more are explained and superbly illustrated enabling the reader to visualise the intended clinical endpoint.Removable Prosthodontics at a Glance is a valuable resource for students studying dentistry and clinical dental technology, and those preparing for further studies in Prosthodontics.
Interviews originally conducted in French but first published in German under title: Feur eine Politik des Gemeinwohls.
"The media plays a massive role in shaping the world as we see it. Couldry explains the significance of five core dimensions of media, and shows that understanding these dynamics is a vital skill that every person needs in the digital age, when the fate of our political worlds and social environment may rest on how we communicate with each other"--
A Companion to the History of American Science offers a collection of essays that give an authoritative overview of the most recent scholarship on the history of American science.* Covers topics including astronomy, agriculture, chemistry, eugenics, Big Science, military technology, and more* Features contributions by the most accomplished scholars in the field of science history* Covers pivotal events in U.S. history that shaped the development of science and science policy such as WWII, the Cold War, and the Women's Rights movement
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