Spanning some 1,000 years from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Reformation, the medieval period was a time of immense diversity in military practice. The Medieval World at War brings together acco
This volume explores the issues of taking, using and being hostages in the Middle Ages. It brings together recent research in the areas of hostages and hostageships, looking at the act of ho
This book presents a unique account of social myths about autism and how these have shaped the lives of people on the autism spectrum. It offers the first in-depth exploration of the history of attitu
Fighting Techniques of the Medieval Worlddescribes the fighting techniques of soldiers in Europe and theNear East in an age before the widepsread use of gunpowder. The book explores the u
Travel back in time with this visual guide to the history of human conflict, tracing the evolution of technology and tactics from the ancient world to the American Civil War!Combining beautiful ninete
Covering 3,500 years from the earliest records to the introduction of gunpowder, considers China, Japan, South Asia, and Central Asia as well as the tradition core of western culture. Defines terms fr
Sportsmen continue to marvel that Bobby Jones’ legacy remains unparalleled in golf history. One of the many secrets why that is emanates from the fact that Jones was more than the consummate cha
Bennett's Transport by Advection and Diffusion provides analytical and numerical tools to aid problem solving in every topic area of the text. These tools foster use of generalized methods in the exer
Soil Science Simplified, Fifth Edition is a significant update and revision of the classic introductory soils text. The new edition includes greater coverage of non-agricultural uses of soils ranging
A leading figure in cultural studies, Bennett (sociology, Open U.) has published for several decades on cultural history, museums and memory, popular culture, cultural policy and governance. This coll
Preparedness is the best weapon against terrorism Understanding, Assessing, and Responding to Terrorism: Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Personnel gives a detailed explanation of how to implem
By focusing on familiar sites and scenes – the home, the pub, the street – this text introduces students to contemporary debates about the social organisation of everyday life.Introduces debates about
This book is designed for all professionals working with people with heart problems. The book looks at the causes and consequences, basic counselling skills, stress management, risk factor interventio
