A readable, compact account and analysis of the Occupy protests, The Occupy Movement Explained is thoroughly researched, painstakingly accurate, and fully documented. Debunking a number of prominent m
The Tea Party first attracted the media spotlight with Rick Santelli’s televised rant against the government’s bailout of mortgage borrowers on February 19, 2009, which instantly went viral as a video
Ayn Rand Explained is an engrossing account of the life, work, and influence of Ayn Rand: her career, from youth in Soviet Russia to Hollywood screenwriter and then to ideological guru; her novels and
Phenomenology is one of the most important and influential philosophical movements of the last one hundred years. It began in 1900, with the publication of a massive two-volume work, Logical Investiga
We live in a world that is increasingly unjust. In many liberal democratic societies the gap between the best-off and the worst-off grows larger. Other societies pursue economic growth while remaining
Ockham Explained is an important and much-needed resource on William of Ockham, one of the most important philosophers of the Middle Ages. His eventful and controversial life was marked by sharp caree
Jean-Paul Sartre is perhaps the most famous of the existentialists, and by far the most famous philosopher of the post-war era. Sartre was a highly prolific writer and thinker, and delving into his n
Atheism Explained explores the claims made both for and against the existence of God. On the pro side: that the wonders of the world can only be explained by an intelligent creator; that the universe
Martin Heidegger’s (1889-1976) influence has long been felt not just in philosophy, but also in such fields as art, architecture, and literary studies. Yet his difficult terminology has often s
Daoism Explained offers an interpretation of the tenets of Daoist philosophy on the basis of the imagery employed in various Daoist texts. The author explains the significance of such images as water
Bathrooms tend to be a challenge when decorating ? designers must make space for the toilet, plus for towels and storage. Ideas: Bathrooms offers a collection of photos of modern small bathrooms where
When we have open spaces in our home it is essential to try to put them to the best use possible, creating the ideal place that invites relaxation or conversation, whether a living room, dining area,
To plan the decoration of each of the spaces, Ideas publishes + Apartments to teach new decorative styles, to personalize specific designs but well-grounded. If an apartment is small or big, if the he
To know how to make the most of the spaces for objects that we have is as important as the caring and the design of the spaces. That's why + Storage provides ideas of how to make the most of the usefu
If you are either a private individual or a professional, this book presents the most outstanding ideas in housing lighting. Among the essential aspects to consider in order to match the best options
This catalog of solutions will help you find the right combination of textures and colors, open and transparent spaces, cozy and intimate settings, daylight and artificial lighting, indoors and outdoo
This catalog of solutions will help you find the right combination of textures and colors, open and transparent spaces, cozy and intimate settings, daylight and artificial lighting, indoors and outdoo
Nation and Identity provides a concise and comprehensive account of the place of national identity in modern life. Ross Poole argues that the nation became a fundamental organising principle of social
