Talk of 'spirituality' and 'individual religion' is proliferating both in popular discourse and scholarly works. Increasingly people claim to be 'spiritual but not religious,' or to prefer 'individual religion' to 'organized religion.' Scholars have for decades noted the phenomenon - primarily withi[...]

A Critical Introduction to the Study of Religion investigates how social groups use the elements of authoritative cultural traditions - including moral norms, myths, rituals, behavioral codes, and other practices (i.e., the elements of religious traditions) - in the creation, legitimation, and c[...]

Drawing from the ancient art of Asian brush painting, Craig Vandall Stevens introduces a unique form of chip carving to the hobbyist. With clean flowing lines the knife creates delicate images in wood, relying on the play of the grain and light to bring the images to life. These make beautiful wa[...]

A must-have guide for any equine veterinarian, this is a practical and concise handbook on the control of equine parasites. It enables you to advise your clients effectively on evidence-based parasite control programs. The first section of the book reviews the basic biology of internal parasites and[...]

A three-level (B1+ to C1) integrated skills course for higher education students at university or on foundation courses.[...]