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Fewer than 20% of Baby Boom women will experience a secure retirement.

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This book is a comprehensive look at the results of a study, done under the auspices of Kent State University, that explored the attitudes, beliefs, and life orientation of 253 women between the ages of 25 and 45.

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Focusing on a contract involving Mexico's National Autonomous University, this book examines the practices through which researchers, plant vendors, indigenous cooperatives, and other actors put prospecting to work. It considers the consequences of linking scientific research and rural 'enfranchisement' to the logics of intellectual property.

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Arising from discussions about ethics and responsibility in anthropological fieldwork, these essays explore what happens when people who are the subjects of research, read or hear about what has been written about them. Problems arise from biased media reports, and trust can be lost.

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Stimulated by discussions of responsibility and ethics in anthropological fieldwork, this book explores what happens when people who are the subjects of research read what has been written about them.

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White Belongings critically deconstructs everyday white discourses of the land in South Africa at a time of increasing stridency and defensiveness over restitution and reform, showing how articulating environmental stewardship and belonging are interwoven with asserting ownership and control.

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White on White/Black on Black is a unique contribution to the philosophy of race. The text explores how 14 philosophers, 7 white and 7 black, philosophically understand the dynamics of the process of racialization.

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The racial makeup of sports in the United States serves as a classic example of racism in the 21st century. This book examines the racial disparities in sports and the continuing significance of race in 21st-century America, debunking the myth of a "postracial society."

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"Dr. Dyson has done an extraordinary job of sharing his heartfelt commitment and honor of Black women. I, for one, am proud and glad to know that such love exists."Iyanla Vanzant

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Tells how Brazil, against all odds, became the first developing country to universalize access to life-saving AIDS therapies - a breakthrough made possible by an unexpected alliance of activists, government reformers, development agencies, and the pharmaceutical industry.

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A hard-hitting expos of the overwork culture and modern management techniques that seduce millions of people to hand over the best part of their lives to their employer.

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Based on findings from several international surveys concerning work environment and job attitudes, Sengoku discusses and analyzes the differences in and cultural bases of the work ethics of Japan, England, and the United States.

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What explains the staggering diversity of cultures in the world Why are there so many languages, even within small areas Why do we rejoice in rituals and wrap ourselves in flags This title reveals how our facility for culture is the key to what makes us who we are.

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This is the story of a direct descendant of Truganini. Despite the great hardships and racism he faced in his life, Banjo was renowned for espousing love and forgiveness, sustained by his deep connection to his land, his ancient culture and its spiritual beliefs. This book tells the story of his wisdom and kindness.

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Witches, Tea Plantations, and Lives of Migrant Laborers in India, the only academic work on witchcraft accusations in India, uses sociological theory and primary data to study contemporary witchcraft accusations. Located in the tea plantation region in Jalpaiguri, India, the b...

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The American court system is making increasing use of sociologists as expert witnesses. Many of the cases covered in this book revolve around central issues of murder, self-defense, religious cults, battered women, child pornography, environmentalism, and homelessness.

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