This book assesses the causes and consequences of the impact on the recent Middle East war. The authors describe the popular basis of Hezbollah in Lebanon among the Shiites, but also its relation to t
This book assesses the causes and consequences of the impact on the recent Middle East war. The authors describe the popular basis of Hezbollah in Lebanon among the Shiites, but also its relation to t
'Offers a front row seat at the courts martial of those accused in America's notorious prison abuse scandal.' -Adam Zagorin, senior correspondent, Time Magazine 'A must-read for all those committed to
This book traces the dynamics of international rivalry from the late 1970s up through the present. Among the members of the dominant North political discord has become prominent recently in debates ra
It is commonly accepted that America saw the rise of liberalism in the wake of the New Deal, especially during the three decades after World War II. Based on new archival research, G. William Domhoff
Edited by Peters (education, U. of Waikato, New Zealand) and de Alba (Institute of Research about University and Education, National Autonomous U. of Mexico), this book presents an international range
"Red Inc." provides a sweeping, critical account of the political and economic changes that have transformed China since 1949. Although many observers argue that Deng Xiaoping introduced capitalism to
War and Drugs explores the relationship between military incursions and substance use and abuse throughout history. For centuries, drugs have been used to weaken enemies, stimulate troops to fight, an
Ricci (political science and American studies, Hebrew U., Jerusalem) teases out the script that political conservatives in the US have used to get or remain in power despite the devastation their acti
Discusses how African slaves would identify with their master if given a role in the house and would seem to turn against their fellow man, and argues that this pattern can still be seen within the bl
Asante (African American studies, Temple U.) and Hall (social work, Michigan State U.) examine the ideological descendants of house Negroes, who find every achievement of African Americans problematic
In a pioneering reinterpretation of the role of mainstream feminism, Eisenstein shows how the ruling elites of developed countries utilize women's labor and the ideas of women's liberation and empower
While second-wave feminism has undoubtedly achieved some victories in the realm of gender relations, Eisenstein (sociology, City U. of New York) argues here that in recent years feminist energies, ide
Come take a closer look at ordinary footwear, like sneakers, or children's toys and Saturday cartoon TV shows, or make a comparison between Don Quixote and John Rambo of the Sylvester Stallone movie.
Giroux (communications, McMaster U.) takes a hard look at images related to terrorists and terrorism that flood mainstream mass media; and he also evaluates alternate images that come closer to realit
Ethics for the Young Mind is both a curriculum and a story. This book is designed to assist teachers and parents in their endeavors to educate young people about behaving ethically. Messy ethics, prac
In this book Mahmood Monshipouri assesses the role of emotion, solidarity and online activism in the Arab Spring, issues which have been largely absent in mainstream coverage of the events. He argues
Heith (political science, St. John's U.) frames public support for a president as electorally supported with more than 65% of the Electoral College, or electorally challenged under that number. Separa
Walsh, a White House correspondent and columnist for US News & World Report, considers how modern US presidents become isolated in the White House and how they fight to stay in touch with the publ
The volatile Middle East is the site of vast resources, profound passions, frequent crises, and long-standing conflicts, as well as a major source of international tensions and a key site of direct U
Twelve essays explore the virtues and failures of human nature revealed in the plays of Shakespeare and apply his perceptions to current events. Written by American and Canadian academics, the essays
William Shakespeare, more than any other author, was able to capture the essence of human nature in all its manifestations. His political plays offer enduring insights into our humanity, our vanity, o
As the baby boom generation enters retirement age, greater numbers of people eventually will enter nursing homes. We hear in this book the voices of people who have lived in or worked in long-term ca
Instances of abuse and neglect in nursing homes and elder care facilities have become far too common. Ulsperger (sociology, Arkansas Tech U.) and Knottnerus (sociology, Oklahoma State U.), draw from n
For all the debates about black males and their role in American society, there has been little attention to a dangerous and growing trend: the overprescription of Ritalin and other behavioral drugs.
It is an undeniable fact that the largest percentage of prisoners in America is made up of Black men, far beyond their ratio to the general population. Fitzgerald, a sociologist, believes that the roo
In this groundbreaking and provocative new book, philosopher of science David N. Stamos challenges the current conceptions of human rights, and argues that the existence of universal human rights is a
In this groundbreaking and provocative new book, philosopher of science David N. Stamos challenges the current conceptions of human rights, and argues that the existence of universal human rights is a
Kalberg (sociology, Boston U.) presents a study of American political culture using tools and models from Max Weber's sociology. He argues for a symbiotic understanding of American individualism, on t
America is increasingly ruled through a system of immoral morality, argues social critic and activist Derber (sociology, Boston College), which wraps the increasingly unaccountable power of US leaders
The 'crisis of American democracy' debate is advanced in this engaging new contribution. By referring to Max Weber's long-term perspective, Stephen Karlberg provides rich new insights into the particu
"This is a powerful, richly nuanced, evocative work; a stunning and brilliantly innovative pedagogical intervention. It provides ground zero-the starting place for the next generation of theorist
"People who run cities like to play Simcity to find out how impossible their jobs are. Hughes gives everyone a chance to play a kind of Simplanet, with outcomes far more complex and uncertain. In
Contributors to this book include presidential and congressional scholars, media and interest group specialists, domestic and foreign policy experts, and policy analysts. They analyze the Obama presid
Dickson et al.(international futures and international studies, U. of Denver) examine global advances in education participation and attainment and apply a long-range forecast and alternative futures
This book provides a critical analysis of the origins, nature, development, and transformation of the state and society historically and today, examining the class nature and social basis of politics
This book provides a critical analysis of the origins, nature, development, and transformation of the state and society historically and today, examining the class nature and social basis of politics
Falk (emeritus, international law and practice, Princeton U.) and Krieger (founder and president, Nuclear Age Peace Foundation) set the stage for their dialogue on the Nuclear Age and the dangers of n
