Forthcoming Books (38)
A Field Guide to Cross-Cultural Research on Childhood Learning: Theoretical, Methodological, Practical, and Ethical Considerations for an Interdisciplinary Field
- Sheina Lew-Levy
- Stephen Asatsa
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This volume addresses the critical gaps in developmental research on childhood learning by advocating for a more inclusive and cross-cultural approach. Recent studies highlight a concerning over-reliance on data from post-industrialized Western countries, raising questions about the broader applicability of findings. This book seeks to provide a comprehensive solution, bridging the gap between theory and practice.A Grammar of Jordanian Arabic
- Bruno Herin
- Enam Al-Wer
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The present grammar is based on empirical data collected over more than three decades. It investigates the phonology and morphosyntax of Jordanian Arabic, with a focus on the traditional sedentary varieties of Central and Northern Jordan, locally known as Balgawi and Horani.al-DÄnÄ«'s TaysÄ«r fÄ« al-qirÄÊŸÄt al-sabÊż: A Translation with Linguistic Commentary
- Marijn van Putten
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Allocation, Distribution, and Policy: Notes, Problems & Solutions in Microeconomics
- Samuel Bowles
- Weikai Chen
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This work provides a problem-based and policy oriented approach to teaching microeconomics, development, labor, environment, public economics and topics in business, management and public policy to upper level undergraduates, masters and doctoral students.A Place of Dreams: Desire, Deception and a Wartime Coming-of-age
- Alison Twells
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This book is a compelling blend of mystery, history, and creative non-fiction, that brings to life the wartime story of Norah Hodgkinson (1925-2009), a working-class schoolgirl, later clerical worker, and a prolific diarist. The book opens with a sailorâs letter of thanks for a pair of socks that Norah had knitted for the Royal Navy Comforts Fund in 1940 -- a gift that lead to an exciting romance with the sailorâs dashing airman brother. But as the author pieces together Norahâs diary entries and the sailorâs letters, questions emerge about the menâs identities and intentions. 'A Place of Dreams' uncovers a dark tale of male rivalry and wartime anonymity, and a young womanâs appetite for life and love amidst unexpected dangers.Benjamin Franklin, Orthoepist and Phonetician: Insights into the Genesis of Colonial American-English Phonology
- Gary D. German
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Benjamin Franklin has been hailed as an inventor, scientist, printer, author, philosopher, diplomat, philanthropist and political activist and, especially, a founding father of the United States, but few are aware he was also a phonetician. This volume offers a groundbreaking exploration of Franklinâs little-studied linguistic legacyâhis Reformed Mode of Spelling (1768/1779). In this short treatise, Franklin outlined a plan for a radical, phonetically-based modernization of the English spelling system that would simultaneously serve as a pronunciation guide for what he envisaged to be âcorrectâ English as well as a practical scheme allowing the unlettered and foreigners to learn to read and write âwithin a few weeksâ. The social and sociolinguistic reasons for its inception as well as what that model entailed linguistically are the focus of this book.Bioethics: A Coursebook
- COMPOST Collective
- Daan Kenis
- Mayli Mertens
- François-Lucien Vulliermet
- Varsha Aravind Paleri
- Jo Bervoets
- Emma Moormann
- Christina Stadlbauer
- Bartaku Vandeput
- Nele Buyst
- Lisanne Meinen
- Kristien Hens
- Ilya Gordon Villafuerte
- Ina Devos
- Joke Struyf
- Yanni Ratajczyk
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This coursebook offers an expansive exploration of bioethics, an interdisciplinary field examining ethical, social, and legal dilemmas in medicine, life sciences, and beyond. It challenges conventional boundaries, embracing Van Rensselaer Potterâs vision of bioethics as a global, holistic ethics of lifeâintegrating human health, environmental considerations, and transdisciplinary insights.- Environmental Studies
- Textbooks and Learning Guides
Biologie de la conservation en Afrique subsaharienne: 2Ăšme Ă©dition
- John W. Wilson
- Richard B. Primack
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Ce livre, publiĂ© par Open Book Publishers, est disponible gratuitement au format PDF. La dĂ©cision des auteurs de rendre ce livre en libre accĂšs est remarquable, dâautant plus que cela permet dâattribuer Ă lâouvrage une importance majeure dans le domaine de la conservation et de la biodiversitĂ© en Afrique et par les africains. Je recommande ce manuel aux Ă©tudiants africains, au personnel chargĂ© de la conservation, aux responsables politiques et Ă toute personne intĂ©ressĂ©e par la conservation de la nature. La distribution gratuite assure un large lectorat parmi les universitaires, chercheurs et autres professionnels africains de l'environnement. Ce volume offre une rare opportunitĂ© d'accĂšs Ă la recherche sur la biodiversitĂ© en Afrique, et les informations fournies peuvent ĂȘtre utilisĂ©es non seulement pour amĂ©liorer la collaboration intra-africaine en matiĂšre de recherche mais Ă©galement pour renforcer les capacitĂ©s locales et rĂ©gionales en matiĂšre de recherche sur le continent. Cet ouvrage est actuellement la publication la plus complĂšte sur la conservation en Afrique. Il constitue un point de rĂ©fĂ©rence pour les spĂ©cialistes de l'environnement, les biologistes de la faune et vie sauvage, les conservateurs et les responsables politiques qui travaillent sur l'environnement ainsi que sur la faune et vie sauvage en Afrique ; il est appelĂ© Ă devenir un classique.Book of Hours in the Form of a Roll (Egerton 3044), Bruges Scribe Johannes de Ecclesia, and the Art of Writing
- Kathryn M. Rudy
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Johannes de Ecclesia was a prominent medieval-era scribe known to have worked for a largely Catalan-speaking clientele in late fourteenth century Bruges.
This short-form book highlights the extent of de Ecclesiaâs little-acknowledged influence on the scribal practice of Late Medieval Europe; an in-depth exploration of the scribeâs art, it undertakes a considered analysis of two of his major surviving works, as well as a third manuscript he may have authored. Interrogating de Ecclesiaâs under-studied role in the aesthetic development of the prayer book genre during the late fourteenth century and beyond, this book submits evidence for the emergence of bilingual text, a variety of unusual letterforms, and ornamental textual features as product of de Ecclesiaâs possible exposure to a wide range of courtly and ecclesiastical texts in as diverse locations as Avignon, Paris, and England.Careful Village and Other Khashag from Tibet: The Amdo Comedies of Menla Jyab
- Menla Jyabb
- Timothy Thurston
- Tsering Samdrup
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Characters in Film and Other Media: Theory, Analysis, Interpretation
- Jens Eder
- Stephen Lowry
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Characters are central to the creation and experience of films and other media. Their cultural significance is profound, but they also raise a wide range of questions. This book provides a comprehensive theory that guides the analysis and interpretation of characters across four dimensions: as represented beings with physical, psychological, and social characteristics; as artefacts with aesthetic structures; as meaningful symbols; and as symptoms of socio-cultural origins and effects. Integrating insights from film, media, and literary studies as well as philosophy, psychology and sociology, the book offers a broad range of approaches for understanding characters and the emotional responses they evoke.City of Capital and Labour: The Making and Transformation of Industrial Manchester
- Tom Saunders
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This compelling book explores the evolution of industrial Manchester, offering a fresh perspective on its built environment through the lens of architecture, archaeology, and social history. Richly illustrated and designed for both academic and general audiences, it sheds new light on Manchesterâs transformation during the Industrial Revolution, highlighting how the cityâs physical form shaped and was shaped by its socio-economic and cultural dynamics.- Environmental Studies
- Textbooks and Learning Guides
Conservation Biology in Sub-Saharan Africa: 2nd Edition
- John W. Wilson
- Richard B. Primack
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Conservation Biology in Sub-Saharan Africa is the definitive open-access textbook on essential conservation issues in the region. Now in its updated Second Edition, this prizewinning volume, which can be downloaded for free, is an invaluable resource for university courses, as well as a handy guide for professionals working to halt the increasing loss of biodiversity.Gender-Based Violence in Arts and Culture: Perspectives on Education and Work
- Marie Buscatto
- Sari Karttunen
- Mathilde Provansal
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This book offers a groundbreaking exploration of the pervasive issue of gender-based violence (GBV) within the realms of art and cultural production. This collection of essays delves into both the overt and subtle forms of GBV. It spans sexual harassment, assault, and the everyday sexism ingrained in creative workplaces and art schools, in both professional and private dimensions. The book covers a wide array of artistic sectorsâopera, visual arts, music, and theatreâacross diverse global contexts, from Europe to Asia and North America.Grammar of Etulo: A Niger-Congo (Idomoid) Language
- Chikelu I. Ezenwafor-Afuecheta
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This work provides the first detailed linguistic description of the grammar of Etulo, a language spoken in Nigeria by a minority group in Benue and Taraba states. This description establishes Etulo as a tone language characterised by a predominant SVO word order, non-inflectional morphology, prominent aspectual values, obligatory complement verbs and verb serialization, among other features. This grammar also serves as a foundation for further description of the Etulo grammar and for the development of pedagogical materials needed in Etulo language teaching.Historicizing IQ Testing: Intelligence Assessments and their Role in Norwegian Society from the 1900s to the Present
- HĂ„kon Aamot Caspersen
- Jon RĂžyne Kyllingstad
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Intelligence testing has shaped modern society in profound ways, influencing education, psychology, law, and governance. This volume offers the first comprehensive study of the history of IQ testing in a Nordic country, shedding new light on its development, adaptation, and societal impact in Norway.Housing, Heritage and Urbanisation in the Middle East and North Africa
- Lilia Makhloufi
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This book explores the interconnection between housing, heritage and urbanisation. Bringing together architects, archaeologists, urban sociologists, urban designers, urban planners and landscape architects, this multi-authored and interdisciplinary volume presents diverse case studies from the Middle East and North Africa, shedding light on the past, present and future of residential spaces.Hylo Narrans: Echoes of Material Marronage
- Kevin Toksöz Fairbairn
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This book explores the acoustic agency of brass as a vital medium through which histories of extraction, resistance, and collective creativity resonate.
Blending metalwork, experimental instrument-building, and philosophical inquiry, the book listens closely to brass not just as material, but as storytellerâwhat the author calls hylo narrans, echoing Sylvia Wynterâs invocation of homo narrans. Grounded in their practice spanning artisanal craftsmanship and industrial labor, the author examines how materials respond, resist, and reshape meaning within the workshop, the concert hall, and the broader social fabric. By introducing chimeracordsâhybrid sound objects forged from factory detritusâand their affordance for sonic experimentation, Hylo Narrans challenges Western narratives of purity, utility, and control, inviting readers to consider alternative storylines posed by materials-in-flight.Joyceâs Choices: New Textual Parallels in James Joyceâs âDublinersâ, âA Portrait of the Artist as a Young Manâ, and âUlysses'
- R. H. Winnick
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This major new study of the textual parallels that permeate James Joyceâs three most widely read worksââDubliners, A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, and Ulyssesââdocuments and discusses some seven hundred instances, six hundred of them in Ulysses alone, of previously unrecognized, unidentified, or misidentified echoes, most of them verbatim, of antecedent texts ranging from major and minor works of English, Irish, Italian, French and other literatures to the poems, plays, popular songs, hymns, comic operas, triple-deckers, dime novels, penny dreadfuls, and print advertisements of his own day.Music and Dances of Central Nepal: Subi Shahâs Works on Pangdure (Maruni) Performance
- Anna Marie Stirr
- Hikmat Khadka
- Lochan Rijal
- Mason Brown
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In this book, performer, educator, and writer Subi Shah presents an essential commentary and analysis of Himalayan folk music and performance. Having documented his musical tradition since the 1960s, Shah has created in-depth analyses of song, dance, music, poetry, and drama within their local and spiritual contexts. Shahâs detailed contribution to this field is invaluable reading for students, scholars, and musicians alike.Oral Poetry
- Ruth Finnegan
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This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the vast field of 'oral poetry,' encompassing everything from American folksongs, contemporary pop songs, and Inuit lyrics, to the heroic epics of Homer, biblical psalms, and epic traditions in Asia and the Pacific. Taking a broad comparative approach, it explores oral poetry across Africa, Asia, Oceania, Europe, and the Americas. Drawing on global research, Ruth Finnegan, the author of the seminal Oral Literature in Africa, sheds light on key debates such as the nature of oral tradition, the relationship between poetry and society, the differences between oral and written forms, and the role of poets in predominantly non-literate contexts.Performance Research Methods: Interdisciplinary Research Methods for Theatre, Dance and Performance Studies
- Liesbeth Groot Nibbelink
- Laura Karreman
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'Performance Research Methods' is the first comprehensive guide to contemporary methodologies in performance studies, offering a clear and structured overview of the tools currently shaping research in theatre, dance, and performance. While many volumes focus on individual methods, this book uniquely surveys a range of approaches, presenting their historical background, analytical potential, practical application, and interdisciplinary relevance.Questions on the Posterior Analytics (Second Redaction)
- Iacopo Costa
- Gustavo FernĂĄndez Walker
- John Longeway
- Ana MarĂa Mora-MĂĄrquez
- John Longeway
- Matthew Wennemann
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The commentary edited here, together with the accompanying translation, offers new insight into Simon of Favershamâs philosophyâa fascinating chapter in the history of late medieval thought. It also deepens our understanding of the philosophical discussions on demonstration and related topics that took place during the early period of Europeâs university history, and of the ways in which these discussions drew on earlier philosophical developments in non-European traditions, notably the Islamic philosophical tradition.Qurâan Translations in the Eastern Bloc and Beyond
- Elvira Kulieva
- Johanna Pink
- Mykhaylo Yakubovych
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This book offers the first comprehensive exploration of Qurâan translations across the diverse landscapes of the former Eastern Bloc, from Uzbekistan to the German Democratic Republic. With a focus on how Islamic texts have been shaped by state policies, ideological shifts, and religious identities, it traces connections between these regions and the wider world, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and China. This volume draws on perspectives from both Sunni and Shia traditions, as well as contributions by non-Muslim scholars. Through archival research and close textual analysis, the contributors demonstrate how translations of the Qurâan have served not only as religious texts but also as reflections of profound transformations in national and religious identities in communist and post-communist societies.Reading: Performance and Materiality in Hebrew and Aramaic Traditions
- Hector M. Patmore
- Hindy Najman
- Stefan Schorch
- Jeroen Verrijssen
- Hanneke van der Schoor
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This volume contains the proceedings the 'Reading: Performance and Materiality in Hebrew and Aramaic Traditions' colloquium, hosted at the University of Oxford in 2023, and jointly sponsored by the Oriel Centre for the Study of the Bible and the European Research Council project, 'TEXTEVOLVE.'
The aim of the colloquium was to investigate Jewish approaches to the reading of texts, with a focus on reading practices that were applied to Hebrew and Aramaic texts in antiquity and the early middle ages.Science in the Salon: Atoms and Animals in Madeleine de ScudĂ©ryâs Conversations (1680â92): An Essay and Translation
- Helena Taylor
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Madeleine de ScudĂ©ry (1607â1701) was a celebrated seventeenth-century novelist and essayist, yet her engagement with natural philosophy and the sciences has been largely overlooked. This volume presents the first English translation of The Story of Two Chameleons (1688) and situates it within ScudĂ©ryâs broader scientific and philosophical writing. Beyond this seminal text, the book explores her reflections on atomism, natural history, and epistemology, revealing her critical engagement with cutting-edge theories of her time, including a challenge to Descartesâs âanimal-machineâ hypothesis.Sounding the Bookshelf 1501: Music in a Year of Italian Printed Books: Volume 1 â The Secular Books
- Tim Shephard
- Oliver Doyle
- Ciara OâFlaherty
- Annabelle Page
- Laura ĆtefÄnescu
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'Sounding the Bookshelf 1501' explores how everyday texts in Renaissance Italy engaged with music, sound, and hearing. Of the 358 known editions printed in 1501, only a few contained formal music notation or specialist theory. Yet a surprising wealth of musical knowledge emerges from religious texts, classical commentaries, lifestyle guides, poetry, and more. These sourcesârarely penned by professional musiciansâreflect the broader cultural presence of music in early 16th-century life, touching on themes like musicâs moral influence, its role in education, and its scientific understanding.Stories of Hope: Reimagining Education
- Sandra Abegglen
- Tom Burns
- Richard F. Heller
- Rajan Madhok
- Fabian Neuhaus
- John Sandars
- Sandra Sinfield
- Upasana Gitanjali Singh
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Bringing together a diverse range of educators and practitioners, this collection showcases real-world innovations that challenge the status quo and offer glimpses of a more humane and inspiring educational future. From rethinking systems and curriculum design to fostering imaginative collaboration and exploring the role of technology, the book highlights practical, hopeful interventions that are already making a difference.Surveillance and Control of Dengue Vectors in the United States and Territories
- Roberto Barrera
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'Surveillance and Control of Dengue Vectors in the United States and Territories' offers a comprehensive exploration of the challenges and strategies involved in managing dengue vectors, particularly Aedes mosquitoes, in the US and its territories. With over 13 million dengue cases reported in the Americas in 2024 alone, this timely book synthesizes critical information on vector species, transmission cycles, and effective surveillance and control methods.The Diaries of Anthony Hewitson, Provincial Journalist, Volume 2: 1891â1912
- Andrew Hobbs
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Andrew Hobbsâs introduction and footnotes provide background and analysis of these valuable documents. This full scholarly edition offers a wealth of new information about reporting, freelancing, sub-editing, newspaper ownership and publishing, and illuminates aspects of Victorian periodicals and culture extending far beyond provincial newspapers.The World of Tradition: A Global Perspective on Folklore and Ethnology
- Simon J. Bronner
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This landmark volume features over 45 prominent scholars from all over the world who assess knowledge of international folklore and ethnology in the twenty-first century and ways to enhance global cultural understanding in the future. They cover issues of globalism from the ancient past to the present, migration and diffusion, and comparative genres and traditional practices. It is the most comprehensive reference on international folkloristic and ethnological studies ever produced.Two Priors and a Princess: St Frideswide in Twelfth-Century Oxford
- Andrew Dunning
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Two Priors and a Princess presents a fresh assessment of the manuscript evidence with translations that are easily accessible to non-specialists. It is essential reading for students and scholars of medieval literature, as well as social and religious historians. It will be of particular value to readers interested in medical explanations and mental health in the Middle Ages; in the probative functions and stylistic development of the genres of hagiography and miracle collections; and in the function and definition of the âsupernaturalâ in medieval England.Uncovering European Private Law: A Student Handbook
- Marija Bartl
- Laura Burgers
- Chantal Mak
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Aimed at bridging a crucial gap in legal education, Uncovering European Private Law provides a comprehensive introduction to the evolving field of European private law. This innovative handbook addresses the interplay of national, European, and transnational rules governing relationships between private actors, including individuals and businesses. Designed with students in mind, this volume not only covers foundational concepts but also explores cutting-edge developments in areas such as contract, tort, property, and company law.When Katherine Brewed, a Play: Telling the Story of the Peasantsâ Revolt and Todayâs New Radical Theatre
- Mark O'Brien
- John Cresswell
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In the sweltering heat of 1381, England's feudal foundations trembled as the Peasants' Revolt eruptedâa rebellion that would forever echo through history. Triggered by an oppressive poll tax but fuelled by deeper injustices, this uprising saw land workers, artisans, and commoners rise to challenge the authority of landowners, church, and crown. 'When Katherine Brewed' brings this momentous event to life on stage, blending historical fidelity with a bold, radical perspective.Wisdom and Greatness in one Place: The Alexandrian Trader Moses ben Judah and his Circle
- Dotan Arad
- Esther-Miriam Wagner
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The manuscript collections of the Bodleian Library contain a corpus of dozens of documents from the archive of Moses ben Judah. A leader of the Jewish community in Alexandria, he was also a prominent businessman and in contact with individuals from Cairo to Sicily. This collection of documents at the Bodleian likely did not emerge from the Cairo Genizah, but from another depository, and appears to have been buried at some point.