This is an outstanding book It is one of only a few scholarly texts that successfully combine a nuanced theoretical understanding of the digital age with empirical case studies of contemporary media culture The scope is impressive ranging from questions of digital inequality to emergent forms of cyberpolitics- Nick Gane York University" Well written very up-to-date with a good balance of examples & theory It's good to have all the major issues covered in one book"- Peter Millard Portsmouth University" This is just the text I was looking for to enable first year undergraduates to develop their critical understanding of the technologies they have embedded so completely in their lives"- Chris Simpson University College of St Mark & St John This is more than just another book on Internet studies Tracing the pervasive influence of 'digital culture' throughout contemporary life this text integrates socio-economic understandings of the 'information society' with the cultural studies approach to production use & consumption of digital media & multimedia Refreshingly readable & packed with examples from profiling databases & mashups to cybersex & the truth about social networking Understanding Digital Culture Crosses disciplines to give a balanced account of the social economic & cultural

Dimensions of the information society Illuminates the increasing importance of mobile wireless & converged media technologies in everyday life Unpacks how the information society is transforming & challenging traditional notions of crime resistance war & protest community intimacy & belonging Charts the changing cultural forms associated with new media & its consumption including music gaming microblogging & online identity Illustrates the above through a series of contemporary in-depth case studies of digital culture This is the perfect text for students looking for a full account of the information society virtual cultures sociology of the Internet & new media

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For the introductory geology or physical geology course this textbook offers both majors & non-majors rock solid content that originated with the ground-breaking text Earth In subsequent editions the text has consistently met the needs of today's students with exceptional content currency interactive learning features & an overall focus of the role of geological science in our lives Students actively take part in the scientific process of discovery & learn through experience as they explore the impact of geology on their lives as citizens & future stewards of the planet This textbook is available with Launch Pad Launch Pad combines an interactive ebook with high-quality multimedia content & ready-made assessment options including Learning Curve adaptive quizzing See Instructor Resources' & Student Resources' for further information ...

Understanding English is a series of topic-based study books for children in Key Stage 2 providing rigorous practice of key subject areas Each topic contains a concise summary of the information required by the National Curriculum making the series ideal to be used as preparation for the Key Stage 2 tests Each book is a st&-alone resource so children can either work through them in order or focus on individual aspects of the subject Together the eight books support the whole of the Key Stage 2 English curriculum providing a solid foundation for success in English Poetry meets the National Curriculum requirements for Key Stage 2 English & covers the following areas learning poetry by heart performing poetry writing poetry reading poetry aloud similes metaphors poetic language personification haiku free verse nonsense poetry & shape poems This book looks closely at the features that make poetry so special such as rhyme rhythm sound effects & imagery Key features of Understanding English include an ' Explanation' to introduce each topic; activities to consolidate & revise knowledge & skills; thought-provoking facts to foster a love of learning beyond the National Curriculum; ' Now you try' activities to develop children's understanding of English outside the classroom ...

Understanding European Union Law is both an ideal introduction for students new to EU law & an essential addition to revision for the more accomplished It is also indispensable reading for students on business studies courses Fully revised & updated this sixth edition continues to look at the main themes of EU law in a straightforward & logical manner Updated to discuss the UK's increasingly difficult relationship with the EU & recent developments in EU citizenship rights such as the Zambrano decision this book provides the reader with a clear understanding of EU law concentrating on how & why the law has developed as it has A chapter on assessment guidance has been expanded to provide advice on revision coursework & examinations on the subject of EU law This student-friendly text is broad in scope & highly accessible inspiring students toward further study & showing that understanding EU law can be an enjoyable & rewarding experience ...

This newly revised edition of Bryan Peterson's most popular book demystifies the complex concepts of exposure in photography allowing readers to capture the images they want With his trademark accessible style Peterson instructs readers on how to achieve successful images in almost any situation explaining the fundamentals of exposure & its component parts of light aperture & shutter speed With an emphasis on getting the best exposure even in tricky situations ' Understanding Exposure' shows how to get (or lose) sharpness & contrast in images how to freeze action & how to take the best meter readings while also exploring filters flash & light With all new images & updated captions throughout this revised edition is sure to be as popular as ever ...

Focusing on principles & theory & their application in the process of constructing housing policy with boxed examples & case studies throughout this fully revised 3rd edition addresses the range of socio-economic factors that have influenced UK housing policy in recent years These include the austerity agenda the Coalition government's housing policies the 2015 Conservative government's policy direction the evolving devolution agenda & housing supply ...

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An exploration of what we can know about what we don't know why ignorance is more than simply a lack of knowledge Ignorance is trending Politicians boast I'm not a scientist Angry citizens object to a proposed state motto because it is in Latin & This is America not Mexico or Latin America Lack of experience not expertise becomes a credential Fake news & repeated falsehoods are accepted & shape firm belief Ignorance about American government & history is so alarming that the ideal of an informed citizenry now seems quaint Conspiracy theories & false knowledge thrive This may be the Information Age but we do not seem to be well informed In this book philosopher Daniel De Nicola explores ignorance -- its abundance its endurance & its consequences De Nicola aims to understand ignorance which seems at first paradoxical How can the unknown become known -- & still be unknown? But he argues that ignorance is more than a lack or a void & that it has dynamic & complex interactions with knowledge Taking a broadly philosophical approach De Nicola examines many forms of ignorance using the metaphors of ignorance as place boundary limit & horizon He treats willful ignorance & describes the culture in which ignorance becomes an ideological stance He discusses the ethics of ignorance including the right not to know considers the supposed virtues of ignorance & concludes that there are situations in which ignorance is morally good Ignorance is neither pure nor simple It is both an accusation & a defense (You are ignorant! Yes but I didn't know!) Its practical effects range from the inconsequential to the momentous It is a scourge but De Nicola argues daringly it may also be a refuge a value even an accompaniment to virtue ...

A classic Antique Collectors& Club title Understanding Jewellery is now available in a revised & fully updated third edition & is unique in explaining why jewellery values vary & the individual points important for each category Explanations are given in a straightforward uncomplicated manner with a text largely linked directly to specific illustrations This makes the assimilation of the information much easier than in traditional text dominated books The authors both jewellery experts evaluate many millions of pounds worth annually & thus handle a complete cross-section of what is available on the market They have specially selected the hundreds of superb colour illustrations to show what to look for & equally important what to avoid Whether interested in the history of fashion deciding what to buy or simply to enjoy a visual feast of beautiful objects this book will serve as an invaluable reference & represents outstanding value This book is an excellent guide to ...

This book is the result of seven years' research & several thousand case histories through which the author has been able to peer into the deep inner life of the soul as it reincarnates from life to life both as a guide & an observer While studying Evolutionary Astrology with Jeff Green regression therapist Patricia Walsh realised that the potent combination of the two disciplines could help to resolve current issues which have their roots in past life experiences The types of issues that arise in past life regressions to be healed are also the exact dynamics that Evolutionary Astrology aims to describe To understand the past security patterns emotional & mental imprints that have conditioned the consciousness previous to this life To point the way to the path of evolution beyond these Regression work adds to the understanding of issues presented in the natal chart This book is not written in a 'multiple choice' style It will become apparent that the understanding of previous lives is not such a simple matter as a few keywords or thoughts relating to one or two symbols in the chart Rather this book is written like a journey through the archetypes from the depths to the heights of each & is meant to be read in that way sequentially from Aries to Pisces Once the elements of the karmic axis in a chart are understood all the related archetypes in this book can be read in relation to a single chart & synthesized to give a whole picture ...