Savage Theories (Oloixarac Pola)(Paperback)

Savage Theories (Oloixarac Pola)(Paperback)

'A stunning vibrant maximalist whirlwind of a novel. Oloixarac's wit and ambition are evident on every page. By comparison, most other contemporary fiction seems a little dull and simple-minded.' --Hari Kunzru, author of White Tears and Gods Without Men A debut novel of seduction and madness, hate

Dark Constellations (Oloixarac Pola)(Paperback)

Argentinian literary star Pola Oloixarac's visionary new novel races from the world of 19th-century science to an ultra-surveilled near future, exploring humanity's quest for knowledge and control, and leaping forward to the next steps in human evolution. Canary Islands, 1882: Caught in the

The Nature of Conspiracy Theories (Butter Michael)(Paperback)

Conspiracy theories seem to be proliferating today. Long relegated to a niche existence, conspiracy theories are now pervasive, and older conspiracy theories have been joined by a constant stream of new ones - that the USA carried out the 9/11 attacks itself, that the Ukrainian crisis was

Dyslexia: Theories, Assessment and Support (Everatt John)(Paperback)

Dyslexia: Theories, Assessment and Support offers a broad perspective on dyslexia, providing a range of views from theory to practice which help explain the continued controversy surrounding the condition. Offering a framework on which to understand the concept of dyslexia, the book considers

Ockham's Razors (Sober Elliott)(Paperback)

Ockham's razor, the principle of parsimony, states that simpler theories are better than theories that are more complex. It has a history dating back to Aristotle and it plays an important role in current physics, biology, and psychology. The razor also gets used outside of science - in everyday

Thirteen Theories of Human Nature (Stevenson Leslie)(Paperback)

Over six previous editions, Twelve Theories of Human Nature has been a remarkably popular introduction to some of the most influential developments in Western and Eastern thought. Now titled Thirteen Theories of Human Nature, the seventh edition adds a chapter on feminist theory to those on

Administrative Theories and Management Thought (Sapru R. K.)(Paperback / softback)

Child Development: Theories and Critical Perspectives (Shute Rosalyn H.)(Paperback)

Child Development: Theories and Critical Perspectives provides an engaging and perceptive overview of both well-established and recent theories in child and adolescent psychology. This unique summary of traditional scientific perspectives alongside critical post-modern thinking will provide

Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application (Akers Ronald L.)(Paperback)

In Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application, Eighth Edition, Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers, and Wesley G. Jennings provide a concise but thorough review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the

International Relations Theories: Discipline and Diversity (Dunne Timothy)(Paperback)

Unrivalled coverage of IR theories from leading experts, featuring a new chapter that reflects on the historic marginalisation of global IR and a wide range of case studies that show readers how theory can be applied to address concrete political

Applied Theories in Occupational Therapy: A Practical Approach (Cole Marilyn B.)(Paperback)

Applied Theories in Occupational Therapy: A Practical Approach, Second Edition provides a system-based, comprehensive overview of the theories, models, and frames of reference that influence occupational therapy around the world. Esteemed authors Marilyn B. Cole and Roseanna Tufano have updated

Theories of Developmental Psychology (Miller Patricia H.)(Paperback)

Reflecting the latest thought and research in the field, Theories of Developmental Psychology helps you understand and distinguish the major theoretical schools of child

An Introduction to Theories of Learning (Olson Matthew H.)(Paperback)

Since its first edition, An Introduction to Theories of Learning has provided a uniquely sweeping review of the major learning theories from the 20th century that profoundly influenced the field of psychology. In this tenth edition, the authors present further experimental evidence that tests many

Understanding Racism: Theories of Oppression and Discrimination (Strmic-Pawl Hephzibah)(Paperback)

Understanding Racism systematically examines the theories and theorists that have contributed the most to our contemporary understanding of racism in its various forms--making it easier for you to understand the multiple dynamics of how racism operates. In every chapter, activist and award-winning

Understanding Public Policy: Theories and Issues (Cairney Paul)(Paperback)

A major new introduction to theories of public policy. The author provides an accessible assessment of a wide range of theories and models from policy cycles, policy transfer, rational choice and socio-economic explanations to multi-level governance, advocacy coalitions and punctuated equilibrium

Learning Theories for Everyday Teaching (Thompson Carol)(Paperback)

An essential tool for new teachers and trainees who want to use learning theories to develop their practice. The text explores key learning theories in a pragmatic way and encourages focused reflection to promote critical analysis of theories and their potential application to specific contexts

An Introduction to Theories of Popular Culture (Strinati Dominic)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Theories of Popular Culture is widely recognized as an immensely useful textbook for students taking courses in the major theories of popular culture. Strinati provides a critical assessment of the ways in which these theories have tried to understand and evaluate popular culture

Proofs and Theories (Gluck Louise)(Paperback)

Winner of the 1993 PEN/Martha Albrand Award for First Non-Fiction, Proofs and Theories is an illuminating collection of essays by Louise Gl ck, whose most recent book of poems, The Wild Iris, was awarded the Pulitzer Prize. Gl ck brings to her prose the same precision of language, the same

ABC of Behaviour Change Theories (Michie Prof. Susan)(Paperback / softback)

Theories of Crime Through Popular Culture (Daly Sarah E.)(Paperback)

This textbook brings criminology theories to life through a wide range of popular works in film, television and video games including 13 Reasons Why, Game of Thrones, The Office, and Super Mario Bros, from a variety of contributors. It serves as an engaging and creative introduction to both

Contending Economic Theories: Neoclassical, Keynesian, and Marxian (Wolff Richard D.)(Paperback)

A systematic comparison of the 3 major economic theories--neoclassical, Keynesian, and Marxian--showing how they differ and why these differences matter in shaping economic theory and practice. Contending Economic Theories offers a unique comparative treatment of the three main theories in

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

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.-

Theories of Professional Learning: A Critical Guide for Teacher Educators (Philpott Carey)(Paperback)

An essential guide to a number of important theories of professional learning, of particular value both to those taking on new responsibilities in relation to initial teacher education (ITE) and those interested in developing new ways of working in partnership. Each chapter provides a concise and