For introductory courses in Cultural Anthropology. This comprehensive text reflects recent anthropological research and controversial developments, while integrating features in each chapter to spark and maintain student interest. A focus on applied anthropology discusses the history and types in the United States and shows how the work of ...
This introductory primer on criminological theory provides an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach. The various theories are covered in a systematic fashion. After providing a straightforward explanation of each theory's fundamental assumptions ...
Traditional public policy and welfare economics have held that market failures are common, requiring the intervention of government in order to serve and protect the public good. In Beyond Politics, William C. Mitchell and Randy T. Simmons carefully scrutinize this traditional view through the modern theory of public choice. The authors ...
Stedman's popular commentaries inspired countless readers. This volume collects a year's worth of devotionals from his works. Each month focuses on a specific section of the Bible. (Motivation)
This plan teaches readers how to identify the stressors in their lives and the corresponding reactions, and how to incorporate appropriate new behaviors into any kind of lifestyle.
Students improve their test scores when they know how to follow directions, understand test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. "Spectrum Test Pre"p offers students the preparation they need to achieve success on standardized tests. With content developed by educators, experienced in ...
An inviting, easily understood introduction to the fundamentals of owning and operating a small powerboat, The Illustrated Book of Basic Boating conveys the essential steps for picking the right boat, equipping it properly, and operating it safely. Contains 350 line drawings.
As new medical technologies are developed, more and more human tissues - such as blood, organs, skin, bones, heart valves, embryos, and stem cell lines - are stored and distributed for therapeutic and research purposes. The accelerating circulation of human tissue fragments raises profound social and ethical concerns related to who donates or ...
* This series examines the key consequences of arbitrary border making in world history - past and present * These studies describe arbitrary borders as places where people interact differently from the way they would had the boundary not existed * Analytical, but easy to read, these brief histories will appeal to a broad sweep of readership
This book provides diabetes friendly menus for special occasions throughout the year. Figuring out what to cook and eat for holidays and other celebrations can be a challenge for those with diabetes and their loved ones. This book shows how to put together holiday meals that are festive and delicious while also addressing the special dietary ...
Why do most companies find it so difficult to achieve the growth and progress they plan for? This book offers a look at this problem by exposing the destructive thinking patterns that can imprison both individuals and organizations, and features hints on achieving exponential growth.
Whilst "Wine Marketing: A Practical Guide" also looks at theory and existing research, the main focus of this book is on the practicalities of wine marketing. Each chapter includes the following invaluable features: 'How to' and 'how not to' case studies based on international examples; a guide to further reading and websites; 'issues to consider ...
* This series examines the key consequences of arbitrary border making in world history - past and present * These studies describe arbitrary borders as places where people interact differently from the way they would had the boundary not existed * Analytical, but easy to read, these brief histories will appeal to a broad sweep of readership
First published in 1878, this collection of comic poems and traditional rhymes for very young children is outstanding for its delightful watercolor illustrations by the great children's book illustrator Randolph Caldecott.
This collection of twelve essays examines the use of mediation in intranational as well as international disputes so that parallels and similarities between various approaches could be emphasized and the whole approach viewed as a universal means of managing human conflict. Initial chapters treat mediation as a concept, beginning with an analysis ...
Students improve their test scores when they know how to follow directions, understand test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. "Spectrum Test Prep" offers students the preparation they need to achieve success on standardized tests. With content developed by educators, experienced in ...
This title is complete with free CD-ROM!!! Part of the "American Cancer Society's Atlas of Clinical Oncology" series, this full-color atlas offers a comprehensive guide to diagnosis, management, and post-treatment care for cancer in the oesophagus and stomach. The contributors of medical, surgical, radiation oncology are brought to bear in the ...
Penn Yan and Keuka Lake share a history that is rich in architecture, industry, and tradition. Penn Yan was established in 1833 as a village on the edge of New Yorkas Keuka Lake; the unique name was chosen because the first people to settle in the village were comprised of Yankees from New England and Pennsylvania. The townas name is just on e of ...
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