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In this spirited and irreverent critique of Darwin's long hold over our imagination, a distinguished philosopher of science makes the case that, in culture as well as nature, not only the fittest survive: the world is full of the 'good enough' that persist too.
Why is the genome of a salamander forty times larger than that of a human? Why does the avocado tree produce a million flowers and only a hundred fruits? Why, in short, is there so much waste in nature? In this lively and wide-ranging meditation on the curious accidents and unexpected detours on the path of life, Daniel Milo argues that we ask these questions because we've embraced a faulty conception of how evolution--and human society--really works. Good Enough offers a vigorous critique of the quasi-monopoly that Darwin's concept of natural selection has on our idea of the natural world. DarwinismKnowledge Workers in the Information Society addresses the changing nature of work, workers, and their organizations in the media, information, and knowledge industries. These knowledge workers include journalists, broadcasters, librarians, filmmakers and animators, government workers, and
The product of nearly 3 years' worth of work and research, Bible Society has worked in partnership with Youth for Christ to reimagine what a Youth Bible should deliver for this generation's young
This volume explores the ways in which civil society and governments employ transformative tactics of direct engagement in coordinating efforts toward the common good. Increasingly, these collaborative endeavors seek to share power and break down role boundaries in the pursuit of abundant human
Caricatured for extravagance, vanity, glamorous celebrity and, all too often, embroiled in scandal and gossip, 18th-century London's fashionable society had a well-deserved reputation for frivolity. But to be fashionable in 1700s London meant more than simply being well dressed. Fashion denoted
For the past 25 years Daniel Butler has lived in a sixteenth century farmhouse in the Cambrian Mountains near Rhayader, where he has kept hawks for almost as long. The Owl House, however, is his account of his relationship with two wild birds, barn owls which have nested at the farm over the
Daniel finds the poetry in the everyday activities of his own neighborhood, in this gorgeous companion to Ezra Jack Keats Award winner Daniel Finds a Poem. The people in Daniel's neighborhood always say, 'Have a good day!' But what exactly is a good day? Daniel is determined to find out, and as he
The Sunrise Good News Bible is ideal for all-age worship in church, for schools and for personal study. Combining a trustworthy translation with a clear, readable style, it also contains the iconic and well-loved line drawings by Annie
A comprehensive treatment approach for the repair and resolution of attachment disturbances in adults, for use in clinical settings. With contributions by Paula Morgan-Johnson, Paula Sacks, Caroline R. Baltzer, James Hickey, Andrea Cole, Jan Bloom, and Deirdre Fay. Attachment Disturbances in
This special issue of Studies in Law, Politics and Society contains two sections, focusing on the interaction between law and religion, together with the ways in which the law simultaneously enhances and inhibits projects of social
Daniel Radcliffe. The devil with his retinue, a poet incarcerated in a mental institution for speaking the truth, and a startling re-creation of the story of Pontius Pilate, constitute the elements out of which Mikhail Bulgakov wove The Master and Margarita, the unofficial masterpiece of
PRAISE FOR THE LONG GOOD BUY 'Oppenheimer offers brilliant insights, sage advice and entertaining anecdotes. Anyone wishing to understand how financial markets behave - and misbehave - should read this book now.'Stephen D. King, economist and author of Grave New World: The End of Globalisation,
Shortlisted for the Costume Society of America Millia Davenport Publication Award (2016), this lavishly illustrated book looks at the history of fashion from 1850 to 2010. Taking a decade-by-decade approach, Daniel James Cole and Nancy Deihl explore the history of fashion as a lively and dynamic
Accessible enough for complete beginners, while full of inspiration for those with more experience, this is the ultimate guide to making beautiful books by hand. You'll find clear step-by-step instructions for six different hand-made book types, from simple pamphlets and concertinas to more
Approved by the Catholic ChurchThe Catholic Good News Bible is ideal for use in church, school and personal study. Combining an authoritative translation with a clear, readable style, it includes the Deuterocanonical books in Septuagint order as well as the iconic and well-loved line drawings by
Data Science and Analytics explores the solutions to problems in society, environment and in industry. With the increase in the availability of data, analytics has now become a major element in both the top line and the bottom line of any organization. This book explores perspectives on how big
Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools. Reorganized and streamlined to enhance learning outcomes, the
THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL will soon be a major motion picture from Netflix--starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Kit Young, and more The New York Times bestselling School for Good and
Good Enough to Eat is one of a kind: the only guide to kids' nutrition written especially for kids. A practical, hands-on tool for families who want to eat a healthy diet, this book explains nutrition from carrots to cookies.In this book, you will learn: all about the nutrient
1. INTRODUCTION2. 'CIVIL SOCIETIES' & THE ARAB UPRISINGS-PROSPECTS FOR SOCIO-POLITICAL CHANGE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE ON-GOING TUNISIAN & EGYPTIAN PLIGHT 3. THE POLITICAL PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN IN THE ARAB WORLD: MAPPING THE MOVEMENT, EXPERIENCES AND CHALLENGES FACING ARAB WOMEN FROM THE
How do we explain the remarkably abrupt changes that sometimes occur in nature and society--and can we predict why and when they happen? This book offers a comprehensive introduction to critical transitions in complex systems--the radical changes that happen at tipping points when thresholds are
Through play, as children, we learn the rules and relationships of culture and expand our tolerance of emotions--areas of life 'training' that overlap with psychotherapy. Here leading writers illuminate what play and creativity mean for the healing process at any stage of life.Contributors include:
There are enough special people, wildlife, and natural wonders in the Lone Star State to fill several alphabet books, and Sleeping Bear Press has picked out the finest to represent Texas in 'L is for Lone Star: A Texas Alphabet.'Author Carol Crane has worked for twenty-five years reviewing,
For fans of Daniel Silva and David Baldacci comes a gripping thriller based on real world events that will have you riveted until the final page is turned. When NYPD detectives Paul Rossi and Hamilton P. Turner begin investigating the Sutton Place murder of an Italian air force pilot, the last