Examines the Harper government agenda in the context of Stephane Dion's election as Liberal opposition leader & the emergence of climate change as a dominant political & policy issue. This volume focuses on Quebec-Canada relations & federal-provincial fiscal imbalance. It explores several key policy & expenditure issues. ...

Takes us on a journey through the history of humans. This title provides a colourful snapshot of life over different eras around the world, from prehistory to the present & beyond. It features drawings & illustrations that provide facts & information on clothes & customs, working life & more. ...

Demystifying the key ideas of the world's greatest philosophers, & exploring all of the most important branches of thought including

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Explore the human mind & understand the science behind how people think & act in a wide variety of everyday situations with this br&-new visual guide to applied psychology.

Using straightforward definitions & clear, striking visuals, this book makes the workings of the brain easy to understand & shows what happens when things go wrong, with information on disorders such as anxiety & paranoia, as well as explanations of the different therapies that are used to treat them, from CBT to psychoanalysis, group therapy to art therapy.

How Psychology Works explains hundreds of psychological terms clearly & simply, such as neurosis, psychosis, psychopathy, self-efficacy, flow, human factors, & false memory syndrome.

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Includes:: an introduction to the different approaches psychologists use to understand how we behave & think & a detailed look at how the brain influences behavior & psychological health.

Product Information:
• ISBN: 9781465468611
• Publisher: DK
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 256
• Dimensions: 24 x 20 x 2.5cm














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Delve into the human mind & understand the science behind how you & others think & act with this visual guide to applied psychology! Discover what makes you, you
- the unique blend of nature & nurture that makes up your sense of who you are
- & psychology’s role in relationships, sport, work, & education. Learn about a wide range of mental health conditions, including bipolar disorder & obsessive-compulsive disorder. Alongside treatments, from cognitive behavioural therapy & psychoanalysis to group therapy & art therapy.  A fascinating read that will quickly hone your emotional intelligence & give you perceptive insights into both your own & other people's feelings & behaviour
- perfect both for students & people new or interested in psychology!   Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241417843 • Author: Jo Hemmings • Publisher: DK • Format: Hardback • Pages: 256 • Dimensions: 24 x 20 x 2.5 cm


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Uncovers the hidden influence of Shakespeare in our culture, including these tidbits: Shakespeare coined over 1, 700 words, including hobnob, glow, lackluster, & dawn; Paul Robeson's 1943 performance as " Othello on Broadway" was a seminal moment in black history; &, more. ...

Soccer is much more than a game, or even a way of life. It is a perfect window into the cross-currents of the world, with all its joys & its sorrows. This book takes readers on a tour through the world of soccer, focusing on the clash of civilizations, the international economy, & about everything in between. ...

Starring a loveable piglet named Sprinkle, this is a comforting picture book to read with children aged 4-10 coming to terms with losing or being separated from someone they love. Sprinkle gets so sad that he cries a river of tears, then happy memories give him strength.

Includes:: a guide for grown ups & a therapeutic activity.

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Presents the designs that transform the conventional tea cosy into a knitted piece of art. This title

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Have you ever asked yourself how the inventions, gadgets, & devices that surround us actually work? Discover the hidden workings

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