The history and politics of secularism and the public role of religion in France, India, Turkey, and the United States. It interprets the varieties of secularism... Læs mere
This book argues that the declining nature of traditional forms of civic participation over the last half century are the result of the evolution of larger institutional, social, and historical forces that have favored the self-interest motivation at the expense of civic duty
Few studies of Middle East wars go beyond a narrative of events and most tend to impose on this subject the rigid scheme of superpower competition.
The highly performative categories of 'Irish culture' and 'Irishness' are in need of critical address, prompted by recent changes in Irish society, the... Læs mere
Displaying a wide range of knowledge and interpretive skill, Darwin and Faulkner's Novels reexamines the fiction of the great twentieth century American author from the interdisciplinary perspective of sociobiology.
This book argues that the American conservative movement, as it now exists, does not have deep roots. Their movement came to power at least... Læs mere
This book discusses the crisis of caregiving as it affects parents seeking to provide good care for their children and people who care... Læs mere
Through a policy and legal analysis, this book shows how corruption facilitates money laundering, and vice versa. Furthermore, it demonstrates specifically how the responses developed to combat one type of financial crime can productively be employed in fighting the other.
Stereotypical representations of the Mezzogiorno are a persistent feature of Italian culture at all levels. John Dickie analyzes... Læs mere
A new approach which problematizes the category of contemporary adulthood, this book includes chapters on demographic change; becoming... Læs mere
The relationship between democracy and foreign policy has always been controversial. Whether good or bad, the influence of public opinion - a central factor in all democracies - on political decisionmaking in matters of war and peace is more important than ever.