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A brilliant study of the creation, impact, and legacy of one of rock's great albums, and a hymn to the nature of teenage fandom.

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Offers readings of the history of philosophy and sets out a critique of the unavowed fideism at the heart of post-Kantian philosophy. This book introduces a philosophical alternative to the forced choice between dogmatism and critique.

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A fascinating and thoroughly researched exploration of the best-selling gospel album of all time.

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An in-depth study of the visceral slacker classic from 1987, an album that influenced enormously the nascent alternative scene.

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Covers key aspects of English phonology to help readers go on to teach pronunciation, diagnose problem areas and prioritize important skills. This book aims to provide a clear description of key aspects of English phonology in order to help teachers diagnose and prioritize problem areas in pronunciation.

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Radical political thought of the 20th century was dominated by utopia, but the failure of communism in Eastern Europe and its disavowal in China has brought on the need for a new model of utopian thought. This book thus seeks to redefine the concept of utopia and bring it to bear on today's politics.

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A prismaticlook at one of the most unusual albums ever released by a major rock band, with freshinput from Lindsey Buckingham.

(Paperback, 3rd edition)

A practical guide for teachers, offering a host of ways to help all their students to improve their writing skills. It also offers advice on improving skills and confidence, and getting students excited about writing - not just in literacy or English, but across the curriculum.

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A primer on the complexities of history writing, and writing history. It challenges the view of historiography as an esoteric subject by presenting an overview of the history of historical writing from the Renaissance to the present, focusing primarily on the US and Europe.

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In 1991 Van Morrison said, 'Music is spiritual, the music business isn't'. This book investigates the oppositions and harmonies within the work of Van Morrison, proceeding from this identified starting point. It looks at Morrison as a singer. It also looks at how he uses his voice as an interpretive instrument.

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A superb investigation of what is arguably Johnny Cash's greatest album, focusing on his enduring mythology.

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For ten years "Calvin and Hobbes" was one of the world's most beloved comic strips. And then, on the last day of 1995, the strip ended. Its mercurial and reclusive creator, Bill Watterson, not only finished the strip but withdrew entirely from public life. This title traces the life and career of the intensely private man behind Calvin and Hobbes.

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A compelling examination of the classic Pavement album, including interviews with all band members and record label staff.

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An album which distilled a genre from the musical, cultural, and social ether, Portishead's "Dummy" was such a complete artistic achievement that its ubiquitous successes threatened to exhaust its own potential. The author offers an impressionistic investigation of "Dummy" that imitates the cumulative structure of the album itself.

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In 1910 Robert Falcon Scott and Roald Amundsen set sail for Antarctica, each from his own starting point, and the epic race for the South Pole was on. December 2011 marks the centenary of the conclusion to the last great race of terrestrial discovery. This title presents each man's full account of the race to the South Pole in their own words.

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A brilliant exploration of Radiohead's game-changing album, looking at its place in the career of "The World's Best Band" with ten years of hindsight.

(Paperback, NIPPOD)

Tracks the developmental changes in writing across the schools curriculum, enhancing a key area of research in applied linguistics. Using a systemic functional grammar, this book outlines developmental changes in writing in three major areas of the school curriculum - English, history, and science.

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Presents a thorough history of Slint, and the Louisville scene that surrounded the band, leading up to and focusing on the creation of their masterpiece, "Spiderland". This book attempts to break through some of the mystery surrounding "Spiderland" and the band that made it.

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A virtuoso performance by a writer at the peak of his powers, tackling one of his great obsessions: Talking Heads.

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A thoroughly researched study of the origins of the New York City punk scene, focusing on Television and their extraordinary debut record.

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A guide that explains what the term Arab-Israeli Conflict refers to, providing a description of the situation, its origins, as well as the people involved and their motivations. It examines key questions such as the importance of Jerusalem, borders and the West Bank, settlements, terrorism, Palestinian and more.

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Provides an insight into Heidegger's Phenomenology. This book reveals Heidegger's deep commitment to Wilhelm Dilthey and Count Yorck von Wartenburg.

(Paperback, NIPPOD)

The fates of nations, and even continents, often rests on the outcome of war and thus on how its practitioners consider war. Why are some tank commanders, snipers, fighter pilots or submarine commanders far more effective than others Why are many generals sacked at the outbreak of war This title suggests, a way of considering war and warfare.

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A fascinating look at the Stones in the late 70s - inspired by a year just spent in the disco/punk cauldron of New York City.