Bioscience ethics, a term coined by Irina Pollard in 1994, has become an internationally recognized discipline, interfacing science and bioethics within professional perspectives such... Læs mere
Approaches Greek political and military history in the fourth century BC from the perspective of Thebes and neighbouring Phocis. The authors uncover the dynamic tension between local affairs and the wider transformation of the Greek world on the eve of Macedonian conquest.
What were the contexts, aims, achievements, and impact of the 'Classical Revolution' in Greek art? Andrew Stewart introduces students to these questions,... Læs mere
C. G. Prado addresses the difficult question of when and whether it is rational to end one's life in order to escape devastating terminal illness. He... Læs mere
This book examines the cultural lives of cause lawyers by focusing on their representation in various popular media.
What were the contexts, aims, achievements, and impact of the 'Classical Revolution' in Greek art? Andrew Stewart introduces students to these questions,... Læs mere
A fascinating study of Chica da Silva, a freed woman of color in a Brazilian town. Her story reveals the world she inhabited, and the myths that... Læs mere
This book focuses on the phenomenon of code-switching, whereby bilingual speakers effortlessly use two or more languages, dialects or varieties in the same conversation. Drawing on a... Læs mere
As the pre-eminent African American intellectual of the twentieth century and author of The Souls of Black Folk, W. E. B. Du Bois remains a central figure in... Læs mere
The Council Directive of 21 April 2004 sets forth the general principles applicable to takeover bids. This book discusses the Directive and its implementing rules in each Member State of the European Union and the European Economic Area.
For the first time, this book sets out a complete overview of both classical and quantum information theory, covering... Læs mere
Throughout our history we have tended to view ecosystems as limitless, abundant and always available for our use, exploitation and conversion. This... Læs mere