Few British industries have a history as dramatic as shipbuilding. From inferiority in the early 1800s, Britain rose to build four out of five ships globally.... Læs mere
This book (1990) examines how a small political elite in Sudan monopolized power for decades, causing catastrophic human... Læs mere
Based on a wide range of sources, Pauper Palaces (first published in 1978) is a stimulating analysis of the impact of the Poor Law in Norfolk which indicates the significance which workhouses—the ‘pauper palaces’ of the title—had in this locality.
First published in 1978, West African Families in Britain explores social work needs, cultural challenges, private fostering, and legal complexities. Emphasizing the extended family’s role, it offers insights for ethnic groups and is essential for social work students.
First published in 1933, India: What Now? by N. Gangulee examines India’s pre-independence socio-economic challenges, including peasant... Læs mere
This book examines the practical and economic logic behind mining project evaluation, bridging the gap between technical quality and... Læs mere
First published in 1954, with this edition released in 1983, The American System of Government explores evolving political dynamics, party instability, and America’s budget crisis. Griffith’s incisive analysis makes it essential for students of American politics.
We tend not to think much about thresholds. Our attention is usually more focused on being one one side of them or the other. But the threshold is perhaps the most powerful of all the elements of architecture.
This textbook explores the environmental impact of business systems, particularly emissions from logistics and intra-company operations. It highlights... Læs mere
This book addresses the urgent issue of nations being ‘left behind' in an era defined by AI, advanced manufacturing, and knowledge-intensive industries.
Drawing upon the work of philosopher John Dewey, A Deweyan Approach to Teaching Literary Inquiry describes an inquiry-based approach to making meaning from literary texts. The book presents its central argument: that textual inquiry should be at the heart of literary education.
First published in 1978, Wilderness by Anthony Smith explores Earth’s untamed regions, revealing their harsh, untouched beauty. From equator to polar circles, Smith uncovers astonishing facts, making this a must-read for nature and conservation enthusiasts.