This research monograph shows how both those anti and pro European integration have tried to shape political, business and public opinion since the end of the second world war.
A practical and accessible introduction to all the key terms and key thinkers in corpus linguistics that students of linguistics and English language will encounter, in their undergraduate study.
In sixteen essays this book provides an up-to-date and well-structured treatment of all the central institutions of the early Church. The essays cover the following topics: the self-understanding, wor
In this study, Dimitra Hartas analyses contemporary childhood. She discusses the plurality inherent in childhood and the forces that shape children's experience of growing up in the 21st century. She
Hits and Misses examines a selection of songs and recordings through the lens of textual criticism and delineates the creative process as it unfolds from the initial conception of a song to the final
Mathematics is a core subject and using and applying mathematics in problem solving activities is crucial in enabling children to use their knowledge and skills in a range of situations.
A concise, yet scholarly view of Florence Nightingale's extraordinary life and career that gets to the heart of her range of interests and achievements.
The availability of digital technologies is an issue at the heart of international public debate today - this book explores the ethical implications of this hugely topical contemporary debate.
This text reclaims the significance of Firmilianus of Cappadocian Caearea [d.c.269 C.E] and includes a collection of the surviving testimonia about him.
Defines the concept of 'child' from a philosophical perspective. This book explores the notions of personhood, self and identity, reflecting on historical perspectives on childhood. It is of interest
Afresh and contemporary introductory textbook for all students of linguistics and language studies. Firmly based around taught courses and catering to student needs, it addresses all the topics
'A holy place...is a place that becomes a "gateway to heaven"', writes Chris Cook, 'a place in which we are aware of the presence of God.' These places may be geographical or architectural,
Part of "The Essential FE Toolkit" new series on further education, this book looks at leadership in the context of the challenges and opportunities of the learning and skills sector. It describes the
This is the first book to examine the causes, events and consequences of a major conflict in ancient Palestine, and assess the accounts of its star witness, Josephus.The Jewish war, culminating in the
Offers a collection of reflective sayings from some of the monks, nuns and hermits who settled in the desert and drew followers seeking spiritual direction.
The extraordinary case in 1874 of the Tichborne Claimant generated the longest trial, to that point, in British legal history. Was the stout man claiming to be the vanished Sir Roger Tichborne really
Following the demise of the Carolingian dynasty in 987 the French lords chose Hugh Capet as their king. He was the founder of a dynasty that lasted until 1328. Although for much of this time, the Fren
There is no book in English that treats the whole of Cyril's theological thought. In the past scholars have normally focused on Cyril's Christology and left largely unexamined the remainder of his the
In 1759 General James Wolfe was killed at Quebec, winning the battle that decided the fate of North America. Just 32 years old, he became a hero. But was there more to James Wolfe than a celebrated de
Medieval women faced many of the problems of their modern counterparts in bringing up their families, balancing family and work, and responding to the demands of their communities. Of many women in th
A guide containing forty two fun activities for teachers to use for lesson openings, or any other time when a brief activity is a boon. This book provides an introduction to the work of the UFA, who s
Containing more than 250 entries, this unique and ambitious work traces the development of management thinking and major business culture in North America.Entries range from 600 words to 2500 words an
Everyday Life in Medieval England captures the day-to-day experience of people in the middle ages -- the houses and settlements in which they lived, the food they ate, their getting and spending -- an
This volume of specially-commissioned essays by leading social historians has been written to honour the eminent historian, Dorothy Thompson. The importance of Dorothy Thompson's writings on Chartism
This is a new edition of Peter Hebblethwaite's acclaimed biography of Pope John XXIll. Angelo Roncalli was elected pope in 1958 and in four and a half years transformed the Roman Catholic Church. He s
Analyzes the challenges posed to corporeality by technology. This book contains essays that raise a number of questions in relation to new conceptions of embodiment, identity and otherness in the age
Increasingly, recognition is given to the importance of methodology in the study of religion and methodological issues are generally taught to first year students in order to equip them for systematic
Drawing on a range of European chronicles and charter collections, this title, first published in 1985, discusses the launching of the First Crusade, the practical experience of the crusaders and the
