A collection of essays on the ways the senses 'speak' on Shakespeare's stage. Drawing on historical phenomenology, science studies, gender studies and natural philosophy, the essays provide critical tools for understanding Shakespeare's investment in staging the senses.
Based on countless diaries and letters, Schrijvers recounts American GIs' experiences in Asia and the Pacific. From the daunting spaces of the... Læs mere
We have seen many empires come and go. From the Roman Empire to the British Empire, we are now witnessing the decline of the... Læs mere
This book is a study of the 'mothers' of the mystery genre. Traditionally the invention of crime writing... Læs mere
What role does 'vanity' play in the lives of 21st century subjects? Exploring a range of fields including public health, information technology, media studies and feminist... Læs mere
Global Civil Society 2011 combines activist and academic accounts of contemporary struggles to promote, negotiate and deliver justice in a... Læs mere
This book explores the relationship between children and citizenship, analyzing international perspectives on citizenship and human rights and developing new methods for facilitating the recognition of children as participating agents within society.
In The Woman's Place is in the Boardroom the authors put the business case for more women on company boards. In the next book they explained how to achieve it. Here... Læs mere
This book combines an authoritative examination of the field of discourse-based research with practical guidance on research design and development.
The personal brand, like commercial brands, can become a means of affirming identity, highlighting ability and... Læs mere
Encompassing feminism, masculinities and queer theory, and drawing on film, literature, language, creative writing and digital technologies, these essays, from scholars experienced in... Læs mere
Even casual observers will be familiar with the Cherry Blossom or Sakura tress of Japan.... Læs mere