Until very recently historians have looked at the past with the tools of the nineteenth century But globalization has fundamentally altered our ways of knowing & it is no longer possible to study nations in isolation or to understand world history as emanating from the West This book reveals why the discipline of global history has emerged as the most dynamic & innovative field in history--one that takes the connectedness of the world as its point of departure & that poses a fundamental challenge to the premises & methods of history as we know it What Is Global History? provides a comprehensive overview of this exciting new approach to history The book addresses some of the biggest questions the discipline will face in the twenty-first century How does global history differ from other interpretations of world history? How do we write a global history that is not Eurocentric yet does not fall into the trap of creating new centrisms? How can historians compare different societies & establish compatibility across space? What are the politics of global history? This in-depth & accessible book also explores the limits of the new paradigm & even its dangers the question of whom global history should be written for & much more Written by a leading expert in the field What Is Global History? shows how by understanding the world's past as an integrated whole historians can remap the terrain of their discipline for our globalized present ...

Whether one is leading an entire organization a business unit or a geographically dispersed team What Is Global Leadership? provides an important resource for developing global leadership talent 256 pages Gundling Ernest ...

What is Graphic Design? explores the issues that have shaped design today & looks at how graphic design has evolved over time from the development of printing to the present day The second chapter breaks the discipline down into its elements looking at typography how text & images are at the heart of graphic design & how reproduction underpins every aspect of graphic design The book concludes with an analysis of a group of young designers who illlustrate just how broad & rich the profession can be The new edition of this classic handbook has been thoroughly revised & redesigned with content focusing on developments in new media An accessible handbook which is a must-have for both students & professional designers ...

What does it mean to be a humanist? Is humanism a new idea? How do people live their lives without religious beliefs? The first of its kind aimed at the new curriculum for upper primary & lower secondary school children this book examines how humanists respond to fundamental questions about morals & ethics the origins of life religion & the state It looks at how humanists mark the milestones of birth marriage & death How do people without belief in God live moral & fulfilled lives with respect for humankind & the universe? This thought-provoking approach encourages readers to think about the big questions for themselves The book

Includes:: contributions from a number of prominent humanists such as Stephen Fry Camila Batmanghelidjh Philip Pullman Jim Al-Khalili Natalie Haynes & Shappi Khorsandi who explain their own philosophy & tell us what is important to them Part of the groundbreaking & important ' And Other Big Questions' series which offers balanced & considered views on the big issues we face in the world we live in today Other titles in the series include What is Feminism? Why do we need It? Who are Refugees & Migrants? What Makes People Leave their Homes?

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Seventy years ago Erwin Schrodinger posed a profound question ' What is life & how did it emerge from non-life?' This problem has puzzled biologists & physical scientists ever since Living things are hugely complex & have unique properties such as self-maintenance & apparently purposeful behaviour which we do not see in inert matter So how does chemistry give rise to biology? What could have led the first replicating molecules up such a path? Now developments in the emerging field of 'systems chemistry' are unlocking the problem Addy Pross shows how the different kind of stability that operates among replicating molecules results in a tendency for chemical systems to become more complex & acquire the properties of life Strikingly he demonstrates that Darwinian evolution is the biological expression of a deeper well-defined chemical concept the whole story from replicating molecules to complex life is one continuous process governed by an underlying physical principle The ...

As the health benefits of mindfulness have been increasingly recognized & the practice has moved from spiritual & new age to secular realms misconceptions have multiplied So what is the reality? How can one thing help so many people in such different ways even those who would have previously thought it near impossible to tame their racing minds & live with more awareness? In this incisive guide neuroscientist clinical psychologist martial artist & mindfulness teacher Dr Tamara Russell demystifies the confusions that often get in the way of mindfulness training by addressing the most frequently asked questions including What does mindfulness really mean & what are its benefits? How does it actually work? Where does it come from? How can we get the most from it? What are the future possibilities with it? The Q&A approach coupled with a range of practical exercises that allow you to explore the art of mindfulness for yourself takes you on a real behind-the-scenes tour of this potentially life-changing practice in turn helping us to live calmer more contented lives ...

In this beginner's guide Charles Taliaferro addresses the important questions involved in philosophy of religion covering all the major contemporary topics What is Philosophy of Religion? takes a practical question-based approach to the subject inviting the reader to engage with this exciting topic in a down-to-earth way-- 160 pages Taliaferro Charles ...

A detailed & very personal guide to reading & writing poetry by one of the country's leading children's poets Over many years as a working poet Michael Rosen has thought a great deal about what poems are what they can do & the pleasure that comes from writing & reading poetry In this invaluable handbook he shares this knowledge & experience in book form for the very first time Starting with a detailed analysis of a number of classic poems he offers a real writer's guide to writing & performing poems as well as a wealth of technical information & tips He then takes a fascinating look at a selection of his own poems & explains how & why he wrote them Complete with an appendix of poets & useful websites & beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Jill Calder this is the only guide to poetry children & teachers will ever need ...

' This lucid guide is essential reading' Guardian From Donald Trump to Recep Erdogan populists are on the rise across the globe But what exactly is populism? Should everyone who criticizes Wall Street or Washington be called a populist? What precisely is the difference between right-wing & left-wing populism? Does populism bring government closer to the people or is it a threat to democracy? Who are the people anyway & who can speak in their name? These questions have never been more pressing In this provocative book Jan-Werner Muller argues that at populism's core is a rejection of pluralism Populists will always claim that they & they alone represent the people & their true interests Contrary to conventional wisdom populists can govern on the basis of their claim to exclusive moral representation of the people if populists have enough power they will end up creating an authoritarian state that excludes all those not considered part of the proper people Proposing a number of concrete strategies for how liberal democrats should best deal with populists Muller shows how to counter their claims to speak exclusively for the silent majority Updated with a new afterword ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is estimated to affect around 1 in 3 people who go through a traumatic event While awareness of the debilitating impact of trauma has grown in recent years what's not so well known is that traumatic experiences can also be the catalyst for significant personal growth & transformation proving that what doesn't kill you really can make you stronger In this insightful book positive psychologist Miriam Akhtar explores the new science of post-traumatic growth answering the most frequently asked questions about the subject including What is trauma & what is post-traumatic stress? What is meant by the concept of post-traumatic growth? How do you cope positively during & after trauma? How can you strengthen your resilience to keep going? How can you grow from adversity? The combination of the Q&A approach real-life case studies & a range of practical resilience-building strategies guides you gently on the journey from adversity to growth showing that it's possible to emerge from trauma's shadow with not only greater well-being but also a deeper sense of meaning & fulfilment in life ...