Today's wars leave a crippling legacy of deprivation and suffering, of physical and structural injustice, long after they submit to peaceful resolution.
The only collection of readings on the philosophy of the body. Challenges the reader to look at the development of a phenomenological theory of the body by such thinkers as Husserl, Sartre, and Merleau-Ponty. Designed for use in courses on theory of gender and identity.
Offers a perspective on everyday life in ancient Egypt. This book provides discussions of topics of debate, including the body,... Læs mere
This innovative collection of essays offers exciting new research and thoughtful reflection on the subject of visual culture and its relationship to art history. Brings... Læs mere
In this engaging book, Gianni Vattimo explores the theme of faith and religion which underlies much of his work.
In this book, Tim Whitmarsh offers an innovative new introduction to ancient Greek literature. The volume integrates cutting--edge cultural theory with the latest research in... Læs mere
The first edition of this successful reader brought together key readings in the area of developmental cognitive neuroscience for students. Now updated in order... Læs mere
aeo This is the first new interpretation to be made of the role of the intellectual for many years. aeo It has a strongly comparative... Læs mere
Undisputedly one of the world's most famous men, Beckham has transcended sport to become an all-purpose cultural icon for the twenty-first century.
Reviews 3000 years of apocalyptic thought. Tracing the history of millenarianism from ancient times to the 17th century, this book investigates the modern and postmodern debates in which apocalyptic themes are recirculated, from Zoroaster to Derrida.
We hear much talk about the advent of a postracial age. The election of Barack Obama as President of the U.S. was held by many to be proof that we have once and for all... Læs mere
This text discusses theoretical and pedagogical issues, ethical issues in the practice of business, and new directions in the field of business ethics. The volume... Læs mere