Clinical Sociolinguistics examines how sociolinguistic research paradigms can be applied to assessment, diagnosis and treatment in the clinical situation.
Broad and engaging overview suitable for undergraduates in history, anthropology, cultural studies and fashion studies, as well as the general reader. Explains why we wear what... Læs mere
Roger Collins, a leading historian, investigates a time in Spanish history known for its multi-religious society - when Christians, Jews and Muslims lived in apparent harmony - revealing a fuller, more complex picture of this fascinating period.
In a world that values paid employment and personal fulfilment, who should look after the children, and who should pay for it? This book looks at the situation from the viewpoints of... Læs mere
The collapse of state socialism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union and the emergence of new political,... Læs mere
The Blackwell Companion to Greek Tragedy provides readers with a fundamental grounding in Greek tragedy, and also introduces them to the various methodologies and the lively critical dialogue that characterize the study of Greek tragedy today.
* Features a grand survey of the historical, social, and aesthetic issues relevant to the development of contemporary art since 1945. * Collects 27 original... Læs mere
A Companion to Ancient Epic presents for the first time a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of ancient Near Eastern, Greek, and Roman epic. It offers a multidisciplinary discussion of both long-standing ideas and newer perspectives.
The Contours of American Politics takes a fresh look at the political culture of the United States. In its complexity and diversity, America fascinates. Its politics are brash and exciting, and its political impact upon the wider world is profound.
A A well--written, innovative book, which makes an important contribution to current debates about the role of communication technology in... Læs mere
This exciting new reader brings together some of the best recent sociological writing on British society. The volume features carefully selected extracts from... Læs mere
This major new textbook provides a concise introduction to employment and industrial relations. Unlike many other textbooks, this adopts a comparative... Læs mere