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Folktales and fairy tales are living stories, as part of the oral tradition, they change and evolve as they are retold from generation to generation. In the last thirty years, however, revision has become an art form of its own, with tales intentionally revised to achieve humorous effect, send political messages, add different cultural or regional elements, try out new narrative voices, and more. These revisions take all forms, from short stor...

After reading Boards That Make a Difference and studying the theory behind John Carver's approach to improving the functioning of boards, this book is a natural next stage for a board committed to improving its capacity. Reinventing Your Board is a must." -Mike Whitlam, adviser, UK Office of Communications (Ofcom) and former director general, British Red Cross Society, London "This book has been an invaluable resource for our board members as...

Zwischen Zappa und Intuition: das Berliner Jazz-Trio mit seinem zweiten Album. Johnny La Marama ist kein Gangster aus einem Groschenroman, sondern eine ganz reale Jazzband aus Berlin. Der finnische Gitarrist Kalle Kalima, der New Yorker Bassist Chris Dahlgren und der deutsche Schlagzeuger Eric Schaefer tragen aus drei Himmelsrichtungen Dutzende von musikalischen Vorlieben und Erfahrungen zusammen. Johnny La Marama verstehen sich als eine Band,...

Written against the backdrop of Hitler's escalating cam-paign against the Jews, The Violin Lover tells the story of a secret love affair and its disastrous consequences. Ned Abraham, a successful doctor and amateur violinist, meets Clara Weiss and her son, Jacob. Persuaded to play a Mozart sonata with the gifted 11-year-old pianist, Ned gains Jacob's confidence and affection. At the same time, he begins a clandestine affair with the boy's moth...

This collection of essays focuses on the work of James D. Marshall, who has been active in the philosophy of education for three decades. Deals with Marshall's long-standing criticism of the public education system in New Zealand Discusses his work considering the relevance of Wittgenstein and Foucault for philosophy of education. Features tributes to Marshall in the form of interviews and testimonials. Contains remarks from Marshall himself i...

This volume brings together some of the most distinguished writers in the field of New Testament studies to provide an overview of discussions about the nature of New Testament theology. Examines the development, purpose and scope of New Testament theology. Looks at the relationship of New Testament theology with other branches of theology. Considers crucial issues within the New Testament, such as the historical Jesus, the theology of the cro...

This volume brings together some of the most distinguished writers in the field of New Testament studies to provide an overview of discussions about the nature of New Testament theology. Examines the development, purpose and scope of New Testament theology. Looks at the relationship of New Testament theology with other branches of theology. Considers crucial issues within the New Testament, such as the historical Jesus, the theology of the cro...

The problems of boys in schools, especially in reading and writing, have been the focus of statistical data, but rarely does research point out how literacy educators can combat those problems.

Is there life after capitalism? In this creatively argued follow-up to their book "The End of Capitalism (As We Knew It), " J. K. Gibson-Graham offer already existing alternatives to a global capitalist order and outline strategies for building alternative economies. "A Postcapitalist Politics" reveals a prolific landscape of economic diversity--one that is not exclusively or predominantly capitalist--and examines the challenges and successes ...

An intelligent, well-researched, carefully nuanced book about the gradual displacement in U.S. liberalism of a producerist outlook by a consumerist perspective." -- "Business History Review

Fünf wichtige Theaterstücke, darunter die heftig diskutierten "Wessis in Weimar" und "McKinsey kommt", sind der Schwerpunkt der Dramen-Auswahl dieses Bandes. Die "Ausplünderung der DDR-Deutschen durch die Treuhand" (Manager Magazin) und die Darstellung - nicht Billigung! - von Detlev Karsten Rohwedders Ermordung haben die Menschen aufgewühlt. Auch für "McKinsey kommt" gilt, was Marcel Reich-Ranicki formulierte: "Der Mann hat ein Gespür für The...