Cultural Approaches to Studying Religion: An Introduction to Theories and Methods (Bloesch Sarah J.)(Paperback)

Cultural Approaches to Studying Religion: An Introduction to Theories and Methods (Bloesch Sarah J.)(Paperback)

This is the first book to provide an introduction to contemporary cultural approaches to the study of religion. This book makes sophisticated ideas accessible at an introductory level, and examines the analytic tools of scholars in religious studies, as well as in related disciplines that have

Understanding Religion: Theories and Methods for Studying Religiously Diverse Societies (Hedges Paul Michael)(Paperback)

A cutting-edge introduction to contemporary religious studies theory, connecting theory to data. This innovative coursebook introduces students to interdisciplinary theoretical tools for understanding contemporary religiously diverse societies--both Western and non-Western. Using a case-study

Studying Religion: An Introduction (McCutcheon Russell T.)(Paperback)

Widely used as a primer, a class text, or just a provocation to critical thinking, Studying Religion clearly explains the methods and theories employed in the academic study of religion by tackling the problem of how we define religion. Written for newcomers to the field, its chapters explore the

An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods 3e (Teater)(Paperback)

The text is a comprehensive guide to the most commonly used theories and methods in social work practice. The introductory chapter covers the similarities and differences between a theory and a method, as well as psychosocial theories and concepts. Each subsequent chapter then explores in detail

Cross-Cultural Management: An Introduction (Thomas David C.)(Paperback)

Cross-Cultural Management: An Introduction offers students a hands-on approach to cross-cultural management that they can apply to a wide variety of organizational contexts. Rather than focusing on specific countries, authors David C. Thomas and Kerr Inkson highlight the interactions of people from

Methods and Theories of Art History (Cothren Michael)(Paperback)

This book is an accessible introduction to the critical theories used in analysing art. It covers a broad range of approaches, presenting individual arguments, controversies and divergent perspectives. This edition has been updated to reflect recent scholarship in contemporary art and has been

Theories of Counselling and Psychotherapy: An Introduction to the Different Approaches (Joseph Stephen)(Paperback)

This authoritative overview of the main approaches to counselling and psychotherapy offers a uniquely concise and systematic framework for understanding and comparing different models of working. Bringing together the philosophical and practical elements of a wide range of psychological therapies,

Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods: An Investigative Approach [With CD-ROM] (Balnaves Mark)(Paperback)

Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods is a student-friendly introduction to quantitative research methods and basic statistics. It uses a detective theme throughout the text to show how quantitative methods have been used to solve real-life problems. The book focuses on principles and

Variational Approach to Gravity Field Theories: From Newton to Einstein and Beyond (Vecchiato Alberto)(Paperback)

Part I Introduction.- The character of a scientific theory.- Field Theories and Variational approach.- Fundamental Principles and Field Theories.- Exercises.- Part II Special Relativity.- Motivations.- Mathematical model.- Electromagnetism in SR.- Exercises.- Part III General Relativity.-

Health Inequality: An Introduction to Concepts, Theories and Methods (Bartley Mel)(Paperback)

At a time when social inequalities are increasing at an alarming rate, this new edition of Mel Bartley s popular book is a vital resource for understanding the extent of health inequalities and why they are proving to be persistent despite decades of growing knowledge and policies on the issue. As

Conversation Analysis: An Introduction (Sidnell Jack)(Paperback)

Combining the main findings, methods and analytic techniques of this central approach to language and social interaction, along with real-life examples and step-by-step explanations, Conversation Analysis is the ideal student guide to the field. Introduces the main findings, methods and analytic

Researching Internet Governance: Methods, Frameworks, Futures (Denardis Laura)(Paperback)

Scholars from a range of disciplines discuss research methods, theories, and conceptual approaches in the study of internet governance. The design and governance of the internet has become one of the most pressing geopolitical issues of our era. The stability of the economy, democracy, and the

An Introduction to Religion and Politics: Theory and Practice (Fox Jonathan)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Numerical Methods: A Matlab(r) Approach, Fourth Edition (Kharab Abdelwahab)(Pevná vazba)

Previous editions of this popular textbook offered an accessible and practical introduction to numerical analysis. An Introduction to Numerical Methods: A MATLAB(R) Approach, Fourth Edition continues to present a wide range of useful and important algorithms for scientific and engineering

How Judaism Became a Religion: An Introduction to Modern Jewish Thought (Batnitzky Leora)(Paperback)

A new approach to understanding Jewish thought since the eighteenth century Is Judaism a religion, a culture, a nationality--or a mixture of all of these? In How Judaism Became a Religion, Leora Batnitzky boldly argues that this question more than any other has driven modern Jewish thought since

Feminist Media Studies (Harvey Alison)(Paperback)

Feminist Media Studies is a cutting-edge introduction to the core and emerging theories, methods, and approaches in a field that has blossomed over the past twenty-five years. Adopting an intersectional approach - a framework concerning the interconnected character of oppression based on gender,

Early Modern Ireland: New Sources, Methods, and Perspectives (Covington Sarah)(Paperback)

Early Modern Ireland: New Sources, Methods, and Perspectives offers fresh approaches and case studies that push the field of early modern Ireland, and of British and European history more generally, into unexplored directions.The centuries between 1500 and 1700 were pivotal in Ireland's history,

The Cambridge Introduction to Theatre Studies (Balme Christopher B.)(Paperback)

Providing thorough coverage of the methods and tools required in studying historical and contemporary theatre, this Introduction examines the complexities of a rapidly changing and dynamic discipline. Following a cross-cultural perspective, the book surveys the ways theatre and performance are

Wildlife Forensics: Methods and Applications (Huffman Jane E.)(Paperback)

Wildlife Forensics: Methods and Applications provides an accessible and practical approach to the key areas involved in this developing subject. The book contains case studies throughout the text that take the reader from the field, to the lab analysis to the court room, giving a complete insight

Studying Education: An Introduction to the Study and Exploration of Education (Lord Janet)(Paperback)

An introduction to the study and exploration of education. This book gives readers a strong introduction to what education is, the challenges it faces and how to study education at university and beyond. It also explores how educationalists research, engage with debate and explore particular

Solidworks 2021 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach (Shih Randy H.)(Paperback)

SOLIDWORKS 2021 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach combines an introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2021 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their

Athenaze, Book I: An Introduction to Ancient Greek: An Introduction to Ancient Greek (Balme Maurice)(Paperback)

Combining the best features of traditional and modern methods, Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek 3/e, provides a unique, bestselling course of instruction that allows students to read connected Greek narrative right from the begining and guides them to the point where they can begin

Four Approaches to Counselling and Psychotherapy (Dryden Windy)(Paperback)

Four Approaches to Counselling and Psychotherapy provides an essential introduction to and overview of the main models of psychotherapy and counselling. With a new preface from Windy Dryden, this Classic Edition traces the development of counselling and psychotherapy, and examines the relationship

Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching (Richards Jack C.)(Paperback)

An extensively revised and updated edition of this popular and accessible text. Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching Third edition is an extensive revision of this highly successful book. As in previous editions, both major and alternative approaches and methods are surveyed, with the