Culture and Society in Ancient Greece
In Ancient Greece, society and culture are embedded in Nature, but center on a human logos. This meaning is marked by a tragic, dialectical thinking that oscillates between chaos and cosmos—as if culture were born of the abyss, yet in a ceaseless struggle against it.
Forging the Future of Work in the Purpose Economy
We are living through a radical transformation in why we work. At the forefront stands the New Nomad: a professional who redefines freedom by blending travel with work and purpose. This visionary guide is a blueprint to succeed in the new Purpose Economy.
This study of rock paintings and engraved art throws light on the lives of prehistoric people. It analyses painted animal and human figures to reveal their society, beliefs, rituals, material culture, and economy, from subsistence strategies to celebrations.
This book reimagines Dido and Aeneas as a site of cultural memory, tracing how artists and audiences have reshaped its meaning across boundaries. It reveals how Dido’s lament continues to be significant precisely because it is never the same.
The once-celebrated “Kerala Model” of development has crumbled under pressure. This book takes a new look at the statecraft through the lens of popular cinema, using melodrama to reveal the frictions and slippages that escape official histories and statistics.
For young immigrants and refugees in the Netherlands, ‘othering’ in education harms their development. A sense of belonging is a key predictor of academic success. This book’s message is that education itself must learn that young people urgently need to belong in order to grow.
This book analyzes how the use of English loanwords in German-language rap changed from 1990 to 2020. Based on the discographies of rappers from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, it compares linguistic trends across the German-speaking world.
Oil Spills and Shoreline Real Estate Markets
A definitive account of America’s worst oil spills, from Santa Barbara to Deepwater Horizon. This book dissects the fallout—from cleanup to litigation—and reveals the profound, lasting impact these disasters have on shoreline real estate markets.
This volume provides ground-breaking research on news reporting about Italy from 1600 to its unification. It examines not just what was reported in the European and American press, but the language, ideological bias, and strategies used to manipulate news for political purposes.
Witches in Mediaeval England
The mediaeval witch was a complex figure shaped by religion, society, and culture. Using the rich context of Mediaeval England, this book explores the evolution of witch beliefs and their impact on society to provide a deeper understanding of this enduring archetype.
This book explores how IoT and Big Data are reshaping cities and industries. Focusing on the convergence of smart manufacturing and urban governance, it uses case studies to offer practical strategies for building the intelligent, interconnected ecosystems of tomorrow.
Explore contemporary design practices through humor, history, and technology. This book covers key aspects of interior architecture, from the adaptive reuse of historical buildings to sustainable approaches that utilize natural resources and enhance indoor environmental quality.
The art market is often difficult to understand. Art historian Dr Ruth Polleit Riechert shares her method for assessing art and purchasing high-quality works at fair prices. Learn to recognize good art, which art is a suitable investment, and how new technologies can assist you.
Perspectives on Education in Zimbabwe
This collection of essays examines Education 5.0 in Zimbabwe from a decolonial, Zimbabwean perspective. It deconstructs the Eurocentric curriculum, interrogating the challenges and relevance of implementing a new knowledge architecture for contemporary society.
Excluding Liability for Consequential Loss in International Contracting
Consequential loss can be an existential risk. This book lays out the dangers with real cases and explains the law in many jurisdictions. It provides expert advice on how to negotiate and draft protective clauses, arming you with real-world, non-theoretical arguments.
Augustus and the Romana Religio
European specialists explore Roman religion under Emperor Augustus. His reforms did not break with the past, but recovered lost traditions. After his death and divinization, the new cult of emperors emerged, blending respect for tradition with new forms of official worship.
Don Quixote Untethered
This book unmasks *Don Quixote* as a key baroque masterpiece, exposing the era’s art as a tool of political manipulation. Cervantes’s genius was to wield the Baroque against itself, creating a mad knight who is a startling reflection of us.
Coinage of the Greco-Roman World
This book is a narrative of Greco-Roman history told through its coins. Hold the images of gods in the palm of your hand as you trace the rise and fall of empires from the early Greeks to Rome, revealing the intimate histories and personal ambitions behind these iconic objects.
Next-Gen Innovations in Plant-Based Milk and Meat
A global food revolution is underway. Cutting-edge technologies are creating plant-based alternatives that replicate the flavour and feel of animal products without the ecological footprint. This book explores the transformative approaches building the next generation of food.
Navigating Decolonial Realities in Social Work Education and Practice
This book explores the enduring impact of coloniality on South African higher education, calling for transformative change. Focusing on decolonisation and epistemic justice, it examines how colonial legacies marginalise African epistemologies, languages, and identities.
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