This collection of essays on American philosopher William James, the originator of pragmatism, is for scholars in philosophy, literary and cultural studies, social science, and religious studies Inter
Gardner (education, U. of Stirling, UK) unites UK contributors in education, educational assessment, and science education to examine issues of assessment in primary and secondary education. For this
Restivo (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) presents an anarchist paradigm for analyzing science and its relation to society, ranging across a broad range of issues of scientific theory, practices, val
This richly illustrated hands-on guide is designed for researchers, teachers and practitioners. The huge selection of examples taken from science, basic teaching of physics, practical applications in
The 1980s saw the emergence of cyberpunk, that third wave in science fiction, and of radical constructivism. This interdisciplinary approach provides a sophisticated terminology for discussing our eve
There are critical issues facing the neuropsychological community, such as inadequate reimbursement for services, a lack of familiarity among public policy makers regarding the science and practice of
Scholars of political science and peace studies, most from northern Europe or southern Africa, describe elements of an emerging framework for bilateral and multinational relations between African coun
"Amazonia and Global Change synthesizes results of the Large-Scale Biosphere-Atmosphere Experiment in Amazonia (LBA) for scientists and students of Earth system science and global environmental change
This third edition builds on the international success of previous editions, offering an easy access critical introduction to social science theories of identity, for advanced undergraduates and postg
Continuing development and testing of propositions and formulations from nursing theory are critical for the continued evolution of nursing science. In this text, the editors and contributors highlig
Lecture Notes: Human Physiology provides concise coverage of general physiology for medical students as well as students of biological sciences, sport science, pharmacology and nursing. This fifth ed
Kenneth Strickfaden, innovative genius of illusionary special effects from silent films to the age of television, set the standard for Hollywood’s mad scientists. Strickfaden created the science ficti
Hoffmann (library science, Sam Houston State University) and Wood (director of libraries, U. of South Alabama, Mobile) compile a guide for students and librarians on collection practices, incorporatin
One in a series of short readers for introductory and interdisciplinary environmental science or studies courses. Seven essays examine such aspects of wetlands as the biology, biogeochemistry, restora
Populated by curious creatures whose stories unfold with jokes, this mathematical wonderland of puzzles and gameswas written bya columnist for Pour la Science, the French edition of Scien
For students and practitioners of aviation maintenance, Patankar (aviation science, Saint Louis U.) and Taylor (engineering, Santa Clara U., California) integrate the concept of risk management into t
Hayduk (political science, Borough of Manhattan Community College) and Mattson (history, Contemporary History Institute, Ohio U.) present 15 essays that offer recommendations for the reform of the Ame
Helm (history of medicine, U. Halle-Wittenberg, Germany) and Winkelmann (Leopold Zunz Center for the Study of European Judaism, Germany), suggesting that the relationship between religion and science
This textbook for students and the interested general reader considers the political development of Spain and Portugal. Wiarda (political science, U. of Massachusetts, Amherst) and Mott (political sc
Analysis of Ordinal Categorical Data Alan Agresti Statistical Science Now has its first coordinated manual of methods for analyzing ordered categorical data. This book discusses specialized models tha
For Fans of Mary Roach, a Sweetly Nostalgic and Enlightening Exploration of Futures Past, Present, and Still to ComeGeneration Robot covers a century of science fiction, fact, and speculation-from the
Hermínio Martins was one of the key pioneers of the sociology of science and technology. He published extensively in Portuguese and was recognized for his academic contributions with an honorary docto
The Dark Intercept by Julia Keller is the beginning of a “riveting” (Emmy Laybourne) science fiction adventure that challenges the voluntary surrender of liberties for the perception of safety. When t
Available for the first time in trade paperback, the fourth of five volumes collecting the complete fiction of William Hope Hodgson, an influential early twentieth-century author of science fiction, h
This book will help future scientists to become more intelligent users of computing technology in their practice of science. The content is suitable for introductory courses on the foundations of comp
Climatology falls under the umbrella of atmospheric science. It is primarily used for weather forecasting apart from keeping a record of the weather dynamics. This book is a collective contribution of
Alistair Fox presents a theory of literary and cinematic representation through the lens of neurological and cognitive science in order to understand the origins of storytelling and our desire for fic
Alistair Fox presents a theory of literary and cinematic representation through the lens of neurological and cognitive science in order to understand the origins of storytelling and our desire for fic
During the 1970s the Austrian Federal Ministry of Science, Research and Economy supported the founding of the Center for Austrian Studies at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis and the Austrian
Many students at Pullman's newly opened Agricultural College, Experimental Station and School of Science of the State of Washington were simply grateful for the opportunity to earn a college degree, b
Karl Popper is best known for his contributions to the philosophy of science and the history of ideas. Elements of Popper's thought were clearly libertarian or conservative in character. His politics,
Intended for students of political science and history focusing on topics of homeland security, this volume explores the policies and practices of several nations as they respond to military and terro
McCook (information science, U. of South Florida) provides the historical, sociological, and cultural background of the public library in the US for the benefit of those who will inherit this fundamen
The authors (professors of political science at James Madison U.) present the new edition of their textbook for courses on comparative public policy at the undergraduate level. Adding coverage of the
For many years scientists within human and animal science have extensively discussed the philosophy of medicine, but never have both sides communicated on their concepts of health, quality of life and
Rather than a systematic study of theories, the famous philosopher offers a succinct treatise of his thoughts on education, including a proposal for raising the science of education to academic status
An in-depth discussion of the science of Swara Yoga, which teaches the conscious observation and control of breathing patterns to maximize energy and enhance physical and psychic health.? For centurie
Papers from a 1995 panel, Beyond "The Bell Curve": The Meaning for Political Science , consider the influence of biological factors in discussion of political inequality and its bearing on matters of
Comprehensive, up-to-date overview of all important topics in exoplanet research, ideal for astronomy and planetary science researchers entering the field.
