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Helps students to practise and master core reading and writing skills crucial to the successful study of philosophy. This book covers such topics as: Finding arguments and drawing conclusions; Finding and resolving inconsistencies; Brainstorming and planning your essays; Summarizing and defending your argument; and, Avoiding common errors.

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Built around practical exercises, this book helps students to practice and master core reading and writing skills crucial to the successful study of philosophy. It helps you master the core skills you need to succeed in your study of Philosophy.

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The story of the Plantagenet dynasty is the story of one of the pivotal ages in English history. Attitudes and outlooks were formed with regard to a vast array of profoundly important issues. This title presents an account of the rulers and politics of the Plantagenet reign.

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In this book, Erickson analyzes of how the politics of fear operate, to outline one possible response to the intentionally paralyzing logic of fear. >

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In this book, Erickson analyzes of how the politics of fear operate, to outline one possible response to the intentionally paralyzing logic of fear.

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Kenya is a country of geopolitical and economic importance in East Africa. This critical analysis of sustainable development in post-independence Kenya offers a comprehensive policy framework within the context of the opportunities provided by the 2010 constitution.

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Reveals how novels of political estrangement have drawn on cultural narratives to capture the zeitgeist of the 20th Century and the disillusionment of modernism. In this book, the author adds political novels to those inquiries and argues that they make a distinctive and hitherto neglected contribution to the collective memory of the 20th Century.

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Canadian film director David Cronenberg has long been a figure of artistic acclaim and public controversy. This title explores Cronenberg's films, placing them in context by examining his relationship to his audience and the wider film industry within which he works.

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A study of the political significance of theories of tragedy and ordinary language uses of 'tragedy'. It offers a fresh perspective on democracy in contemporary times. It considers how tragedy has been used to promote democratic activism, foster civic solidarity in times of democratic transition, and form a sense of national identity.

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A study of the political significance of theories of tragedy and ordinary language uses of 'tragedy'. It offers a fresh perspective on democracy in contemporary times. It considers how tragedy has been used to promote democratic activism, foster civic solidarity in times of democratic transition, and form a sense of national identity.

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Considers the meaning of liberal democratic modernity at a moment when its future has never been less certain.

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An exploration of the corridors of power in Byzantium of the time of Justinian (527-565). It reveals how Empress Theodora and Antonina, both alumnae of the theatre, were remarkable examples of social mobility, moving into positions of power and influence, becoming wives of key figures.

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A practical guide to designing primary curriculum. It looks at how schools can meet the requirements of a National Curriculum and yet be flexible enough to meet the needs, interests and concerns of pupils, to be rooted in their lives and localities and to give scope for teachers to use their own creativity.

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Based upon analysis of existing theoretical literature and current political practice, this book addresses both the use of marketing and its impact upon democracy.

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J G Ballard self-professedly 'devoured' the work of Sigmund Freud as a teenager, and entertained early thoughts of becoming a psychiatrist. This title investigates Ballard's engagement with psychology and the psychological in his fiction, tracing the influence of key figures including Freud, C G Jung and R D Laing.

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The first book to highlight the spiritual element in Borges' work - this work offers an insightful and scholarly interpretation of a fundamental facet of his writing.

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With the resurgence (though some say it has never left) of radio, due in part to new media practices and technological innovations, not only are there more theory-related radio courses, but also those teaching the production and practice aspects. This book combines both theory and practice to lead to an understanding of radio drama form.

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Offers an examination of the relationship between the Royal Air Force and the French Fighter pilots who flew for the RAF during WWII. This book analyses the relationship between the RAF, the Free French Movement and the French fighter pilots in WWII.

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Byron, arguably, was and remains the most famous and infamous English poet in the modern period in Continental Europe. This volume explores Byron's European reception in its many guises, bringing new evidence, challenging old assumptions and offering fresh perspectives on the protean impact of Lord Byron on the continent.

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Provides an examination of issues related to the religious roots of post-1990 European identity, by analyzing the components of European identity, the presence of religion in the development of national identities, manifestation of religious roots in secular society, and the role of religion in further European integration and social inclusion.

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Argues for the continuing relevance of Albert Schweitzer's thought, especially of his overarching theme of Reverence for Life.

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Intended as a guide to the most recent scholarship regarding mystical theology, the author takes as his starting point the philosophical writings of Ludwig Wittgenstein. His central argument is that what he terms the theologia mystica is an ancient method for effecting transformation of the heart in the individual.