Whether worshiped, feared, or studied, volcanoes have always been a subject of fascination and awe. This Beginner's Guide explains the importance of volcanoes in shaping worlds, the dangers of volcani
Visually arresting and symbolically rich, the phenomenon of truck decoration is one of the most distinguishing features of Pakistani culture. Considered much more than simply a means of transport, alm
"Easy to read and interesting. I would recommend it to anybody interested in acquiring a general understanding of the disease." Nick la Thangue---Chair of Cancer Biology, University of Oxford"Great. T
In 1928, Nazira Zeineddine al-Halabi wrote a book called Unveiling and Veiling, an indictment of patriarchal oppression in which she boldly stated that the veil was un-Islamic. Considered by many an a
"A Valuable guide to the underlying science, the possible impacts of change, and the political hazards now surrounding the debate", Sir Crispin Tickell - Director of the Policy Foresight Programme at
In this clear and authoratative guide, Lavinia and Dan Cohn-Sherbok concisely examine the Jewish faith and its practices and explore what it means to be a Jew today. From the nature of God to the divi
For centuries the phenomenon of play has perplexed scientists across the board. Studies by biologists, psychologists, neuroscientists, anthropologists, and educators have excited keen debate and conte
Often quoted, influential, and highly divisive, Nietzsche remains an enigma long after his death. This clear primer moves deftly through the controversy to examine the philosopher's work in the contex
Chronicles the author's year-long experiment in self-sufficient living without the use of money, describing how he managed a cashless existence and offering tips for economical and environmentally fri
"Lively and accessible. One of the best guides yet to the divisions which afflict Northern Ireland. Accurate and engaging." Jonathan Tonge - Professor of Politics, University of Liverpool, and author
Epistemology is the philosophical study of knowledge. Without knowledge, scientific enquiry is meaningless and we can't analyse the world around us. But what exactly is it and how do we obtain it? Sho
"An important contribution. Ralley demonstrates an enviable depth and breadth of occult knowledge." Dave Green - Senior Lecturer in Sociology, University of the West of England, and Co-Director of The
"A Terrifying and deeply moving account of a man and a country still brutalized by the politics of fear." Clive Stafford Smith, Director of Reprieve and author of Bad Men: Guantanamo Bay and the secr
"Excellent. Probably the best introductory guide to literary theory I've seen." Ian Buchanan-Professor of Critical and Cultural Theory, Cardiff University"Profoundly reliable as well as inviting, play
From FeelGoodButtGone, the antidepressant-diet-pill popular among big-boned? housewives, to arch criminals masterminding the theft of Louisiana, Cassidy and Byrne serve up a ferociously funny compendi
Since 1919 Save the Children has fought to uphold the human rights of children worldwide. Now promoted by the likes of Brad Pitt, George Clooney, and Julianne Moore the charity’s founder was a childle
The fifteenth century saw the evolution of a distinct and powerfully influential European artistic culture. But what does the familiar phrase Renaissance Art actually refer to? Through engaging discus
Blamed for the bloody disasters of the 20th century: Auschwitz, globalisation, Islamic terrorism; heralded as the harbinger of reason, equality, and the end of arbitrary rule, the Enlightenment has be
Introduces the history and people of West Papua, tracing the origins of the international conflict surrounding their struggle for self-determination following WW2. Based on three decades of exhaustive
The question ?Are we alone?’ has permeated human thought since ancient times, and today the possibility of alien life and intergalactic travellers remains a bountiful source of inspiration for science
Key Themes for the Study of Islam examines the central themes and concepts indispensable to an informed understanding of Islamic religion and society. From ?Gender” and ?History” to ?Prayer” and ?Prop
Key Themes for the Study of Islam examines the central themes and concepts indispensable to an informed understanding of Islamic religion and society. From ?Gender” and ?History” to ?Prayer” and ?Prop
Feminism is arguably the most significant social movement of the last century and it is far from over. By highlighting the themes that form the three waves, taking powerful examples from feminist camp
Hasan al-Banna (1906-1949) was the founder and lifelong leader of the Muslim Brotherhood (al-Ikhwan al-Muslimun), one of the most influential political organisations in the contemporary Arab world. Fr
Muhammad Abduh (1849-1905) is widely regarded as the founder of Islamic modernism. Egyptian jurist, religious scholar and political activist, he sought to synthesise Western and Islamic cultural value
Ruth Kinna goes directly to the heart of this controversial ideology, explaining the influences that have shaped anarchism and the different tactics and strategies that have been used by anarchists th
This guide exposes the reality behind the war between capitalism and communism, two ideologies divided by the Iron Curtain. New revelations show that what was once regarded as simply a struggle betwee
Alfred Adler (1870-1937), founder of Individual Psychology, was one of the forefathers of modern psychotherapy alongside Freud and Jung. Understanding Life offers an excellent introduction to Adler's
Funny, challenging, controversial, and unforgiving, this is an unprecedented personal account of a Muslim's life in the modern world. As an Islamic scholar, outspoken social activist and well-known co
Censorship is alive and well today, and just as pervasive in capitalist democracies as repressive regimes. Offering a potted history of the phenomenon from the execution of Socrates in 399BC to the la
In explaining his work on personal development, one of the world's founding psychoanalysts, Alfred Adler, creates a practical approach to self-understanding. The clear explanations and advice illustra
Long-regarded as the handbook of Individual Psychology, Understanding Human Nature provides an engaging introduction to Adler’s key concepts including: inferiority and superiority complexes; life styl
A hard-hitting and controversial examination of honor crimes. Common in many traditional societies around the world, as well as in migrant communities in Europe and the USA, they involve a 'punishment
Central to Islamic practice and law, the term hadith is applied to first-hand reports of the Prophet Muhammad's words and deeds, passed from generation to generation. Informative and accessible, this
Central to Islamic practice and law, the term hadith is applied to first-hand reports of the Prophet Muhammad's words and deeds, passed from generation to generation. Informative and accessible, this
Debates about race are back and they're only getting bigger. There has recently been a massive upsurge in scientific racial research. The US government has licensed a heart drug to be used only on Afr
Can you believe someone who says ?I’m telling the truth now’? Can a robot be human? What’s the best way to win a game of chicken? And how do you know you’re not dreaming right now? In this book of
Winston Churchill, Andy Warhol, Walt Disney, Tom Cruise, Agatha Christie, Pablo Picasso. All famous and successful in their chosen professions. All dyslexic.Includes chapters on the causes and symptom
Egyptologist Charlotte Booth selects ten ancient Egyptian mysteries and explores the theories and outlandish guesses put forth by leading archaeologists, scientists, and historians. Using cutting-edge
