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What does it mean to think of philosophy in the condition of modernism, in which its relation to its past and future has become a relevant problem? This book argues that the writings of Wittgenstein, Heidegger, and Kierkegaard are best understood as responsive (each in their own way) to such questions. Through detailed analysis of these authors' most influential texts, Stephen Mulhall reorients our sense of the philosophical work each text aim...

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This book provides a study of the social and cultural history of Germany through written, visual and oral sources during this important period.

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John Maynard Keynes and Friedrich Hayek had serious differences of opinion when it came to assessing the fractured inter-war world. G. R. Steele picks apart this debate and argues persuasively that Hayek's outlook will prove to be the more enduring.

The Mind's Affective Life is a refreshing and innovative examination of the relationship between feeling and thinking. Our thoughts and behavior are shaped by both our emotions and reason, yet until recently most of the literature analyzing thought has concentrated largely on philosophical reasoning and neglected emotions. This book is an original and provocative contribution to the rapidly growing literature on the neglected "affective" dimen...

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Can Labour and the Liberal Democrats redefine politics to make the 21st Century a progressive century? Can the centre-left find a common cause to tackle the alienation from politics, the globalisation of power, the need to modernise public services and the will to face up to the environmental challenges? Will the centre-left unite to change the voting system and win the case for Britain entering the single currency? Will the centre-left give r...

The contributors to this lively collection address the importance of karaoke within Japanese culture and its spread to other parts of the world, exploring the influence of karaoke in different societies.

The Family System Test (FAST), developed by Thomas M. Gehring, is an important new tool for investigating family relations. Based on the structural-systemic theory of families, it is a figural technique for representing emotional bonds (cohesion) and hierarchical structures in the family or similar social systems. In this unique volume, the editors draw on current theory and research in family or similar social systems together with a variety ...

Art, craft, and design activities offer children an excellent way to learn language while developing creative skills and an awareness of the world around them. This book provides a wealth of creative, imaginative activities with integrated language practice. The activities can be done with the minimum of resources, and do not need special artistic expertise on the part of the teacher. The companion website provides regular updates to the infor...

A must for all military buffs, this edition surveys the 100 most decisive battles in world history from the Battle of Megiddo in 1469 B.C. to Desert Storm, 1991. 38 halftones.

Blending a philosophical discussion of the ethical merits and limits of nationalism, a detailed understanding of nationalist aspirations, and a variety of national conflict zones, this outstanding book discusses the controversial and contemporary issues of rights of secession. It also addresses the policies of the state in privileging a particular national group, the kinds of accommodations of minority nationals, and multi-cultural identity gr...

This book provides a unique insight into the institution building process and constitutional politics in new democracies of Eastern Europe. For the first time, an in-depth empirical analysis of thirteen individual post-communist countries is provided within a sound comparative and theoretical context.

The role of bishops in the process of Reformation in the 16th century, studied from their surviving writings and contemporary discussion.

Das weit über die Grenzen der Theologie hinaus bekannte Hauptwerk des Alttestamentlers und Palästinawissenschaftlers Gustaf Dalman (1855-1941), Arbeit und Sitte in Palästina , erschien ab 1928 in verschiedenen Verlagen und hat seitdem mehrere Neuauflagen erlebt. Das Werk verschafft einen Einblick in das vorindustrielle, traditionelle Alltagsleben der arabischen Bewohner Palästinas um die Wende vom 19. zum 20. Jahrhundert. Dalman hat damit ein ...

Exegetical study of Proverbs 10:1-22:16. Proverbs are neither statements of this-worldly cause and effect nor universally applicable doctrines of divine order. Rather, a proverb's meaning and , truth' are conditioned by the context. The author delimits sections which the editor(s) of the collection consciously grouped together in their present sequence. He then examines how these literary arrangements both influence the meaning of the individu...

Bridge the gap from existing regional wireless standards to the next generation global communication system with these selected readings, a companion text to Software Radio Architecture, by Joseph Mitola III. This single-source reference summarizes major trends in software radio technology by combining classic publications, cutting-edge overviews and promising research from leading experts in the field. The role of software and digital signal...

The latest edition of this highly successful text provides an excellent introduction to the Fast-Fit Sector. This text comprehensively covers the requirements of the NVQ/SVQ Vehicle Fitting Level 1 as well as appropriate areas of Level 2. Emphasising good and safe working practice, the authors use sketches, manufacturer¿s diagrams and attractive photographs to aid understanding. Particular emphasis is given to tyres and batteries - vital areas...