The State of the Novel offers a lively yet rigorous investigation into the present state of the contemporary novel--in Britain and beyond--and some speculation... Læs mere
This lively and engaging book examines the nature of inequality in Britain and the United States. Irvin uses a wide range of sources and examples to illustrate his arguments and draws on his wealth of knowledge to explore the social costs of growing inequality.
Teaching Critical Thinking in Psychology features current scholarship on effectively teaching critical thinking skills in psychology at the secondary and postsecondary levels.
aeo Informed by original ethnographic research and oral history into popular music and youth culture. aeo Presents a... Læs mere
The most up-to-date study of the Hollywood romantic comedy film, from the development of sound to the twenty-first century, this book examines the history and conventions of the genre and surveys the controversies arising from the critical responses to these films.
Spain, 1157-1300 makes use of a vast body of primary and secondary source material to provide a balanced overview of a crucial period of Spanish as well as of European history.
Offers a fresh approach to addressing mental health issues, emphasizing the relevance of mental health for all social workers, not just those in specialist mental health settings. This book engages critically with the complexities of contemporary theory, policy and practice.
This volume contains papers addressing issues in task-based research into second language learning which are essential to informed pedagogic decision-making about how best to achieve this aim.
Translated by Ciaran Cronin. In the midst of the current crisis that is threatening to derail the historical project of European unification, Jurgen... Læs mere
An empowering book for dyslexic adults and professionals who support them, this book provides an overview of current research and... Læs mere
The Politics of Violence develops an inter-disciplinary feminist perspective grounded in original ethnographic research on everyday... Læs mere
Gives teachers, student teachers and parents insight into the development and education of children between the ages of five and eight.... Læs mere