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Social Work Research and Evaluation: Quantitative and
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Grinnell, Richard M., JR. / Unrau, Yvonne A., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, This book is the longest standing and most widely adopted text in the field of social work research and evaluation. Since the first edition in , it has been designed to provide beginning social work students the basic methodological foundation they need in order to successfully complete more advanced research courses that focus on single-system designs or program evaluations. Its content is explained in extraordinarily clear everyday language which is then illustrated with social work examples that social work students not only can understand, but appreciate as well. Many of the examples concern women and minorities, and special emphasis is given to the application of research methods to the study of these groups. Without a doubt, the major strength of this book is that it is written by social workers for social work students. The editors have once again secured an excellent and diverse group of social work research educators. The 31 contributors know firsthand, from their own extensive teaching and practice experiences, what social work students need to know in relation to research. They have subjected themselves to a discipline totally uncommon in compendia-that is, writing in terms of what is most needed for an integrated basic research methods book, rather than writing in line with their own predilections.
The History of Images, and of Image-Worship. Shewing, the
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Owen, James, PUBLISHER: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.The Age of Enlightenment profoundly enriched religious and philosophical understanding and continues to influence present-day thinking. Works collected here include masterpieces by David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as religious sermons and moral debates on the issues of the day, such as the slave trade. The Age of Reason saw conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism transformed into one between faith and logic -- a debate that continues in the twenty-first century.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryTLondon: printed for T. Parkhurst, J. Robinson, and J. Lawrence, ]p.; 8 Acquista Ora
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS Guitar Rig Kontrol 3
Vendo Rig Kontrol 3 in condizioni ottime. Funziona perfettamente ed è un'ottima scheda audio. Latenza praticamente inesistente. Ottima per suonare la chitarra in casa e in live. Caratteristiche Sturdy foot controller with rugged, stylish black aluminum housing One metal pedal and nine ultra solid switches (one under the pedal, e.g. to bypass a WahWah effect). Each switch has a status LED indicating its status. Two 1/4 TRS inputs with instrument pre-amps (regular line devices such as synthesizers can be used as well), individual gain controls per channel and signal/peak LEDs Two balanced 1/4 TRS outputs with high/low switch (full scale and -14 dB, e.g. for guitar amps) and signal LED metersHeadphone 1/4" TRS output with individual level control Two 1/4 pedal inputs for additional expression and volume pedals or switch-boxes Bidirectional communication with the software (Rig Kontrol 3 displays the status of the software and vice versa) 4 digit status LED displays current GUITAR RIG preset number Convenient assignment of parameters from within the software MIDI I/O with activity LEDs The control data of Rig Kontrol 3 can be recorded to a sequencer automation track Per ogni eventuale altra informazione non esitate a contattarmi. Saluti Mauro
Rock Chronicles: Every Legend, Every Line-Up, Every Look
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Roberts, David, PUBLISHER: Firefly Books, "The definitive rock encyclopedia for the 21st century. " Arranged alphabetically by band name for ease of reference, "Rock Chronicles" offers a fascinating, encyclopedic study of the ever-shifting line-ups, appearances, labels, sounds and successes of 250 of the most important rock acts of the past fifty years. It is a must for any music fan. "Rock Chronicles" is designed for today's visually-savvy generation. Innovative, color-coded infographics give at-a-glance coverage of the last five decades from to . Insightful commentary highlighted with photographs gives the lowdown on every member--whatever their role in the band, however short-lived their time with them, and however well known. Coverage is expanded for the 50 biggest acts to include stunning displays of iconic photographs that chart their dramatic changes in appearance. Year-by-year color timelines trace the evolution of these influential bands. Readers may be surprised to learn how fluid membership has been for some acts. Total sales figures are given for the ten most successful albums. The book closes with a fact-filled, cross-referenced performer directory of all the bands that each performer played in and when. Comprehensive, information-packed and compelling, "Rock Chronicles" is the essential reference for everyone who loves rock music.
Student Achievement Series: The Challenge of Democracy:
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Janda, Kenneth / Berry, Jeffrey M. / Goldman, Jerry, PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, The Challenge of Democracy is well-known for its exploration of two themes: the conflicting values of freedom, order, and equality and the majoritarianism vs. pluralism debate. In addition, a focus on globalization and its implications helps students put American government in a broader context. Current coverage includes the latest developments in American Government, including the results of key races in the mid-term election. Student Achievement Series: The Challenge of Democracy is an innovative text and part of a program developed in partnership with teachers and students to meet the learning, study, and assessment goals necessary for student success. Through extensive research and focus groups conducted with a diverse cross-section of students, Houghton Mifflin presents a groundbreaking solution for skills mastery, understanding, and retention. Feedback from students has been instrumental in all aspects of development--from design and pedagogy to testing and assessment to title and packaging. These elements culminate in a textbook program that reflects the way students learn and study best. As with all texts in the Student Achievement Series, The Challenge of Democracy incorporates concise, to-the-point coverage; eliminates extraneous material; integrates pedagogy that reinforces key concepts; features a strong, supporting web component for review, testing, and assessment purposes; and provides students with real value for their educational dollar.
Obiettivo Sigma mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art x Canon Lens
The image sensors of digital SLR cameras continue to offer higher andhigher resolution, and photographers are looking for high-performancelenses that leverage these sensors full power. In the case of zoomlenses as well, which are a dependable go-to in a wide variety ofphotographic conditions, photographers want convenience combined withexceptional optical performance. The new SIGMA mm F4 DG OS HSMzoom lens more than fulfills these requirements, offering exceptionallystable high resolution from wide-angle to medium telephoto photography.While featuring a large-aperture 82mm filter size, this lens minimizesoptical aberrations and avoids reduced peripheral brightness, an issuethat tends to affect lenses with similar specifications. Each lens ischecked with Sigmas proprietary A1 MTF (modulation transfer function)measuring system to ensure it offers exceptional quality for thehigh-megapixel era. Try this new high-performance zoom for yourself, andexperience Sigmas uncompromising pursuit of high resolution. Specifications Lens Construction 19 elements in 14 groups Minimum aperture F22 Filter size 82 Angle of view (35mm equivalent) Minimum focusing distance 45cm / 17.7in Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 88.6mm x mm / 3.5in x 4.3in Number of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm) Maximum magnification ratio 14.6 Weight 885g / 31.2oz
Babylonians
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Saggs, H. W. F., PUBLISHER: University of California Press, Babylon stands with Athens and Rome as a cultural ancestor of western civilization. It was founded by the people of ancient Mesopotamia, who settled in the fertile crescent between the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers before the fourth millennium b.c. Some of the earliest experiments in agriculture and irrigation, the invention of writing, the birth of mathematics and the development of urban life all began there. Biblical associations are also numerous, from Nineveh to the Tower of Babel and the Flood. In "Babylonians," H. W. F. Saggs describes the ebb and flow in the successive fortunes of the Sumerians, Akkadians, Amorites, and Babylonians who flourished in this region. Using evidence from pottery, cuneiform tablets, cylinder seals, early architecture and metallurgy, he illuminates the myths, religion, languages, trade, politics, and warfare--as well as the legacy--of the Babylonians and their predecessors. During the twentieth century, collaboration by archaeologists from many nations has greatly increased the range of archaeological evidence, while work by linguists has gradually unlocked the secrets of the thousands of clay tablets recovered from the area. Today the historical record for some periods of ancient Mesopotamia is substantially better than for some centuries of Europe in the Christian era. Gaps and uncertainties remain, but "Babylonians" conveys a rich and fascinating picture of the development of this remarkable civilization from before the beginning of the third millennium b.c. Acquista Ora
The Astrotheology Calendar
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Murdock, D. M. / Acharya S / Barker, N. W., PUBLISHER: Astrotheology Press, The Astrotheology Calendar serves as a basic introduction into the world of astrotheology and solar mythology. In addition to showing lunar phases and astrological signs, this calendar highlights the solstices, equinoxes and fire festivals with a different color for each of the eight relevant days. In our quest to inspire an interest in astrotheology, mythology and archaeoastronomy, we have also provided fascinating information about the astronomical alignments and astrotheological meanings of various archaeological sites and ancient artifacts from around the world.As examples of this ancient knowledge, this calendar reveals interesting information about the site of Machu Picchu in Peru, as well as Newgrange Tomb/Temple in Ireland, the Konark Sun Temple in India, the Standing Stones of Callanish, France, the Caracol Observatory at Chichen Itza, Yucatan, and the Temple at Karnak, Egypt. Also discussed are artifacts like the Nebra Disk, the Trundholm Sun Chariot, and the Beit Alpha Synagogue Zodiac.This calendar is actually a book with 36 pages consisting of 12 full-page images, the actual calendar and eight pages of introductory text explaining what we have put together here, covering the following intriguing subjects: Inspiration for the Calendar-Our Connection to NatureWhat is Astrotheology?Archaeoastronomical AlignmentsWhat is a Myth?The SunThe MoonThe ZodiacThe Solstices, Equinoxes and Peak DaysDays of the WeekCool StuffSources & Further Reading
An Account of the Matter, Form, and Manner of a New and
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rathbun, Valentine, PUBLISHER: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.The Age of Enlightenment profoundly enriched religious and philosophical understanding and continues to influence present-day thinking. Works collected here include masterpieces by David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as religious sermons and moral debates on the issues of the day, such as the slave trade. The Age of Reason saw conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism transformed into one between faith and logic -- a debate that continues in the twenty-first century.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++Library of CongressWOn the Shakers.Providence (Rhode-Island): Printed and sold by Bennett Wheeler, ]p.; 20 cm
Justification in Christ's Name: A Sermon Preached at
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Andrewes, Lancelot, PUBLISHER: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.The Age of Enlightenment profoundly enriched religious and philosophical understanding and continues to influence present-day thinking. Works collected here include masterpieces by David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as religious sermons and moral debates on the issues of the day, such as the slave trade. The Age of Reason saw conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism transformed into one between faith and logic -- a debate that continues in the twenty-first century.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryTLondon: printed for E. and C. Dilly; and sold at the Lock Hospital, p.; 8
The Six-Day Financial Makeover: Transform Your Financial
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pagliarini, Robert, PUBLISHER: St. Martin's Press, This isn't your father's personal finance book. The way we currently save and invest is confusing, frustrating, and quite simply doesn't work. Get ready for a personal finance book that is actually unique. Get ready for financial strategies that you've never seen or heard before. Get ready to transform your financial life in less than a week Robert Pagliarini has taken budgeting, investing, insurance, and retirement planning--subjects that most of us find stressful and overwhelmingly complex--and made it approachable and even manageable through his unsinkable optimism and relentless simplification process. He says, "We're going to take the pie-in-the-sky theories and turn them into bite-size pieces that you can and will be able to implement in your life immediately." THE SIX DAY FINANCIAL MAKEOVER does a lot of things really well, but I'll just tell you about three. First and foremost it actually provides advice--yes, real advice. Not wishy-washy "maybe you should do this" or "it all depends on your situation" nonsense (what Robert calls "financial fog"). Second, it has an action bias. No, not really a bias, more like a mantra. Implement, implement, implement is the theme in every chapter and on every page (there's even a patent-pending free web site at www.sixdayfinancialmakeover.com readers can use to help them take the advice they read and incorporate it into their lives). Three, it is full of brand-new, never seen before financial shortcuts and strategies such as: " " Why your seven year old is a better investor than you are. Kids intuitively understand how to save and invest better than most adults. The trick is focus and creating separate physical accounts for themyriad goals we have. There is no "right" way to invest. What's crucial is that people determine their investment personality - particularly how involved they want to be with investing - and let that be their guide. Disregarding one's investment personality and pursuing an approach that's not compatible with it is a recipe for disaster. Why you shouldn't work for a paycheck. Most of us work to earn a paycheck, right? Well that's the wrong way to think about work. Once we can align our life's vision and deepest goals to our income, we start to see our purpose for waking up each morning entirely differently. Work is no longer work--it becomes a catalyst that helps us achieve our goals. The most important thing you should save for (and it's not retirement). What's more important and more satisfying than retirement? Financial independence. Discover how many days your passive income could support your lifestyle (if your score is less than 31, don't quit your day job). The more information and choices you have, the worse your finances will be. There are more financial books, magazines, journals, newspapers, radio shows, TV shows, web sites, Podcasts, and free information available today, yet most of
The Qur'an
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Haleem, Muhammad A. S. Abdel, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, One of the most influential books in the history of literature, recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, the Qur'an is the supreme authority and living source of all Islamic teaching, the sacred text that sets out the creed, rituals, ethics, and laws of Islam. Yet despite the growing interest in Islamic teachings and culture, there has never been a truly satisfactory English translation of the Qur'an, until now. This superb new translation of the Qur'an is written in contemporary language that remains faithful to the meaning and spirit of the original, making the text crystal clear while retaining all of this great work's eloquence. The translation is accurate and completely free from the archaisms, incoherence, and alien structures that mar existing translations. Thus, for the first time, English-speaking readers will have a text of the Qur'an which is easy to use and comprehensible. Furthermore, Haleem includes notes that explain geographical, historical, and personal allusions as well as an index in which Qur'anic material is arranged into topics for easy reference. His introduction traces the history of the Qur'an, examines its structure and stylistic features, and considers issues related to militancy, intolerance, and the subjection of women. Clearly written and filled with helpful information and guidance, this brilliant translation of the Qur'an is the best available introduction to the faith of Moslems around the world.
Obiettivo Sigma mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art x Nikon Lens
The image sensors of digital SLR cameras continue to offer higher andhigher resolution, and photographers are looking for high-performancelenses that leverage these sensors full power. In the case of zoomlenses as well, which are a dependable go-to in a wide variety ofphotographic conditions, photographers want convenience combined withexceptional optical performance. The new SIGMA mm F4 DG OS HSMzoom lens more than fulfills these requirements, offering exceptionallystable high resolution from wide-angle to medium telephoto photography.While featuring a large-aperture 82mm filter size, this lens minimizesoptical aberrations and avoids reduced peripheral brightness, an issuethat tends to affect lenses with similar specifications. Each lens ischecked with Sigmas proprietary A1 MTF (modulation transfer function)measuring system to ensure it offers exceptional quality for thehigh-megapixel era. Try this new high-performance zoom for yourself, andexperience Sigmas uncompromising pursuit of high resolution. Specifications Lens Construction 19 elements in 14 groups Minimum aperture F22 Filter size 82? Angle of view (35mm equivalent) Minimum focusing distance 45cm / 17.7in Dimensions (Diameter x Length) ?88.6mm x mm / 3.5in x 4.3in Number of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm) Maximum magnification ratio 1?4.6 Weight 885g / 31.2oz
More Than Movement for Fit to Frail Older Adults: Creative
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fisher, Pauline Postiloff, PUBLISHER: Health Professions Press, The return of spring and warmer weather will undoubtedly prompt a return to a more active lifestyle for all of us, and older adults are no exception. This means activity directors will be looking for fun and creative ways to take advantage of this renewed interest level. Health Professions Press offers many options for activity personnel looking to create innovative programs. More than Movement for Fit to Frail Older Adults: Creative Activities for the Body, Mind, and Spirit, by Pauline Postiloff Fisher, is a great motivator for all older adults. It combines a variety of activities to customize any activity program (see recent reviews below). "More than Movement for Fit to Frail Older Adults is truly an excellent resource tool for anyone working with adults in any type of activities setting....It is filled with ideas for stimulating creativity, motivating body movement, and fostering a sense of physical, emotional and spiritual well-being....All activities are easily implemented, and you'll use it over and over again " -- Creative Forecasting "Fisher is to be complimented on her ability to articulate instructions for complex body movement in a clear, easy-to-read manner....(the book's) scope may help enrich art therapy programs for older adults". -- American Journal of Art Therapy
Viewpoints on American Culture
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Baker, Jean H., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, In Votes For Women, Jean H. Baker has assembled an impressive collection of new scholarship on the struggle of American women for the suffrage. Each of the eleven essays illuminates some aspect of the long battle that lasted from the s to the passage of the suffrage amendment in . From the movement's antecedents in the minds of women like Mary Wollstonecraft and Frances Wright, to the historic gathering at Seneca Falls in , to the civil disobedience during World War I orchestrated by the National Woman's Party, the essential elements of this tumultuous story emerge in these finely-tuned chapters. So too do the themes and historical controversies about suffrage and its leaders, including Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Sojourner Truth, and Alice Paul. Contributors focus on how the suffrage battle was interwoven with constitutional issues at the federal and state level and how the suffrage struggle played out in different regions, especially the West and the South, as well as the activities of opponents to women's voting. Baker's introductory essay sets the stage for revisiting suffrage by making explicit the similarities and differences in interpretations of suffrage and shows how the movement intersected with other events in American history and cannot be studied in isolation from them. This volume is essential reading for those interested in American politics and women's formal participation in it.
Registratore Multitraccia Fostex MR-8 MK II
Come nuovo, senza graffi né malfunzionamenti, disponibile a spedire. Prezzo intrattabile. Caratteristiche: - 8-track recording onto CompactFlash Card. - High quality sound recording and playback with uncompressed linear 16-bit/44.1 kHz digital audio (normal mode) with 2 track simultaneous recording and 8 track playback. - LP Mode (16-bit/ kHz) doubles the recording time. - Physical knobs and buttons for intuitive operations. A new dial knob for menu selection. - Newly added +48V Phantom Power on all two Mic Inputs for wider choice of microphones. - USB Host function ready for CD burning on an off-the-shelf external CD-R drive. - Improved 132 x 64 dot-matrix LCD and self illuminating keys visually show the current status. - Improved built-in digital effects including Reverb, Delay as well as Guitar Amp and Microphone simulations - Black colored top panel design - Analog Guitar Distortion with the dedicated knob on Input A. - Full-track (8-track) bouncing to a "New Song (track 7/8) for PC transfer and CD burning. - Mastering effects for stereo buss. - USB port for stereo WAV file transfer to and from PC - AC and Battery (6 x AA alkaline cells) operation. Approx. 4 hours maximum operation time with batteries. - Built-in microphone for handy song memo. - Two headphones outputs.
Gibson Les Paul Studio '50s Tribute Goldtop
Lo stato dell'arte delle Gibson Les Paul Tribute. Chitarra Gibson Les Paul Goldtop: - originale Usa - documentazione ufficiale Gibson Usa - usata una sola volta in studio e quindi pari al nuovo! - con custodia soft originale Gibson - manico e tastiera perfetti - Pickups: 490R and 498T humbuckers - meccaniche Gibson Deluxe - n.matricola Qualsiasi prova (no permute). Gradito ritiro a mano (prov. Ancona). Possibile spedizione (in Italia) con corriere (con un extra di euro ) Per vederla in azione vai su Youtube e cerca: " Gibson LP Studio 50s Tribute Humbucker Gold Top (Aivn) " NB: i modelli dei questo Les Paul a partire dal , secondo Gibson, non hanno più la coppia dei microfoni 490R e 498T. --------------------------------------------------- The Les Paul Studio '50s Tribute has a traditional Les Paul mahogany body with a grain textured, as well as a mahogany neck with a '50s profile and a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. The time-tested selection of tonewoods, while Green Keys-style tuners and the faithful Tune-O-Matic bridge keep your tuning stability and intonation true during even the longest gigs. Tuners: Traditional green-key tuners Neck width: Historic " neck width Neck heel: Classic Les Paul neck heel Body: Maple and mahogany with modern weight relief Fingerboard: Thicker one-piece rosewood fingerboard Setup: Comprehensive hand-finished setup Neck profile: Rounded '50s neck profile
The Spy Who Spent the War in Bed: And Other Bizarre Tales
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Breuer, William B. / Breuer / Lane, H., PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, A rare treat for World War II history buffs and fans of the strange, absurd, and unexplained Acclaimed military historian William Breuer takes readers on a trip through the looking glass to acquaint them with the weirder side of World War II. Featuring a cast of characters including double- and triple-agents, femme fatales, fearless leaders, and men at arms, The Spy who Spent the War In Bed is a collection of seventy concise, vividly rendered tales of war, ranging from laugh-out-loud funny, to inspiring, to just-plain-bizarre. For instance, there's the one about how reputed Irish Republican Army members in New York conned Nazi intelligence out of a small fortune. There's also a thrilling account of how four American newsmen bagged an entire German platoon. And there's the haunting tale of the "Mystery Plane," an experimental aircraft that took off on a short test flight over England one sunny afternoon in and simply vanished into a cloudless summer sky. This book draws on personal interviews, official archives, and declassified documents, as well as the vast literature on World War II. William B. Breuer (Cleveland, TN) is the author of more than twenty-five books.
The Prince and His Lady: The Love Story of the Duke of Kent
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gillen, Mollie, PUBLISHER: Goodread Biographies, In keeping with the practice of the 18th century, Edward Augustus, son of George III and the Duke of Kent, commissioned a friend to find him a mistress. From this unpromising and unromantic beginning grew his 27-year-long love affair with Julie de St Laurent. Edward was sent to command the garrison at the British naval base of Halifax, and Julie went with him. Together they spent many happy years there and in Quebec City. The Duke inscribed his devotion on the landscape at his estate near Halifax, where walks were laid out to spell "Julie," and a heart-shaped pond was dug as a testament to their love. When the only heir to England's throne died, however, the Duke's duty to make a royal marriage and produce more heirs was clear. He and Julie parted, though he continued to concern himself about her well-being and financial stability. As it turned out, Edward was successful and the future Queen Victoria was born from his royal marriage. Edward died not long afterwards, leaving behind him several fine public buildings in Halifax as monuments of his time in that city. "The Prince and His Lady" is both a moving love story and a fascinating portrait of the social life of Canada's early history.
Ethnic Identity and Power: Cultural Contexts of Political
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Zou, Yali / Trueba, Enrique T., PUBLISHER: State University of New York Press, The relationship between ethnic identity and power has important consequences in a modern world that is changing rapidly through global immigration trends. Studies of ethnic/ racial conflict of ethnic identity and power become necessarily studies of political power, social status, school achievement, and allocation of resources. The recognition of power by an ethnic group, however, creates a competition for control and a rivalry for power over public arenas, such as schools. In this context this book provides interesting and important insights into the dilemmas faced by immigrants and members of ethnic groups, by school personnel, and by policy makers. The first part of the book consists of comparative studies of ethnic identity. The second part focuses directly on some of the lessons learned from social science research on ethnic identification and the critical study of equity, with its implications for pedagogy. An interdisciplinary group of scholars offers profoundly honest and stimulating accounts of their struggles to decipher self-identification processes in various political contexts, as well as their personal reflections on the study of ethnicity. A powerful message emerges that invites reflection about self-identification processes, and that allows a deeper understanding of the empowering consequences of a clear and strong personal, cultural, ethnic, and social identity. These pages offer a keen grasp of the undeniable political contexts of education.
Gender, Work, and Economy: Unpacking the Global Economy
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gottfried, Heidi, PUBLISHER: Polity Press, This engaging new text uses a feminist lens to crack open the often hidden worlds of gender and work, addressing enduring questions about how structural inequalities are produced and why they persist. Making visible the social relationships that drive the global economy, the book explores how economic transformations not only change the way we work, but how we live our lives. The full extent of changing patterns of employment and the current financial crisis cannot be fully understood in the confines of narrow conceptions of work and economy. Feminists address this shortcoming by developing both a theory and a political movement aimed at unveiling the power relations inherent in old and new forms of work. By providing an analysis of gender, work, and the economy, Heidi Gottfried brings to light the many faces of power from the bedroom to the boardroom. A discussion of globalization is threaded throughout the book to uncover the impact of increasing global interconnections, and vivid case studies are included, from industrialized countries such as the US and the global cities of New York, London, and Tokyo, as well as from developing countries and the emerging global cities of Beijing, Shanghai, and Dubai. This comprehensive analysis of gender and work in a global economy, incorporating sociology, geography, and political economy perspectives, will be a valued companion to students in gender studies and across the social sciences more generally.
The Favored Circle: The Social Foundations of Architectural
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stevens, Garry, PUBLISHER: MIT Press (MA), The popular view of architecture focuses on individual creative geniuses, those who have designed the most "significant" works. According to Garry Stevens, however, successful architects owe their success not so much to genius as to social background and a host of other factors that have very little to do with native talent. To concentrate only on the profession of architecture is to ignore the much larger field of architecture, which structures the entire social universe of the architect and of which architects are only one part. This book critically surveys that field, exposing many myths and debunking a number of heroes in the process. Using the conceptual apparatus of French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu, Stevens describes the field of architecture on two levels. First, he provides a detailed account of the field as it is at any given point in time, describing the different components and their relationships. Second, he analyzes the dynamics of the field through time, from the Renaissance to the present. He discusses the system of architectural education, as well as everyday aspects such as the competition for reputation. He concludes that throughout history, the most eminent architects have been connected to each other by master-pupil and collegiate relations. These networks, which still exist, provide a mechanism for architectural influence that runs parallel to that of the university-based schools.
Painters of the Cave
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lauber, Patricia, PUBLISHER: National Geographic Society, A strikingly illustrated introduction to the Ice Age peoples of Europe -- Compelling text and vivid illustrations present the story of the Cro-Magnon humans who lived in Europe during Ice Age In this beautifully illustrated book for young readers, Patricia Lauber brings to life the Cro-Magnons of Europe -- the Ice Age hunters and gatherers who were the ancestors of modern humans. Writing with simplicity, clarity, and sophistication, she examines all aspects of their lives -- what they ate, how they hunted, what tools they made, where they lived, and what art they created. In every case, she takes care to separate known facts from theoretical conjectures, giving renders a portrait that is as accurate as it is lively. She opens and closes the book with striking cave paintings -- of woolly rhinos, horses, bison, lions, and others -- that were a hallmark of these early people, and presents four theories about why they were created. In between, she details what we do know: the Cro-Magnon's origins in Africa and the Middle East; their push into Europe years ago; their -year overlap with Neanderthals. Throughout, the story comes alive with well-chosen images of artifacts and artists' renditions of ancient lif. For young people fascinated by "cavemen", "Painters of the Caves" is a welcome resource.
Drama, Stage, and Audience
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Styan, J. L., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, This book shows how a play 'works' in the theatre: how it generates life, meaning and excitement on the stage for the audience. It is self evident that a play must communicate or it is not a play at all. Professor Styan argues that, while communication in drama begins with the script, the value or power of a play must be tested upon an audience. In the theatre experience, it is not so much the elements of drama on the stage or the perceptions of the audience which are important, as the relationships between them. It follows that the study of drama is the study of how the stage compels its audience to be involved in its actual processes; it is a study of a particular social situation. Professor Styan discusses in detail the particular social situation, conditions of performance and physical playhouse in which a play thrives. There is a wealth of examples from all periods of Western drama. He especially deals with plays which make no pretence to 'realism', and much of the discussion turns upon the power and success of Shakespeare as a playwright. This book will appeal to students, actors and directors of drama, as well as the theatregoers. Professor Styan's insistence on criticism based on the theatrical experience will make this an important book for other drama critics.
Sweet Salt Air
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Delinsky, Barbara, PUBLISHER: St. Martin's Press, From "New York Times" bestselling author Barbara Delinsky--a woman has a secret that may save the life of her best friend's husband--or destroy him Charlotte and Nicole were once the best of friends, spending summers together in Nicole's family's island house, but they have since grown apart. A successful travel writer, Charlotte lives on the road, while Nicole, a food blogger, lives in Philadelphia with her surgeon-husband, Julian. When Nicole returns to the island house in order to write a book about island food, she invites her old friend Charlotte for both sentimental and practical reasons. Outgoing and passionate, Charlotte has a gift for talking to people and making friends, and Nicole would like her help interviewing locals for her book. Missing a genuine connection, Charlotte agrees. But what both women don't know is that they are each holding a secret that may change their relationship forever. Are the bonds of friendship strong enough to weather past indiscretions and betrayals? Can love survive an honest mistake? Filled with real, gut-wrenching emotion as well as a strong romantic storyline, "Sweet Salt Air" is a new offering from a beloved storyteller guaranteed to make you laugh and cry.