This book stands as a testimony to Bauman's belief in the enduring relevance of sociology. But it is also a call to us all to start questioning the world in which we live and to transform ourselves from being the victims of circumstance into the makers of our own history. For that, at the end of the[...]

The motor of globalization is not the United States, but China. 'Washington Consensus' neo-liberal individualism becomes 'Beijing Consensus' collectivist relationality. This sociology of risk spans the adventurism of Shanghai architecture, young traders and property developers; the risk-sharing of i[...]

Are you an aspiring computer programmer? C Programming for the Absolute Beginner will teach you fundamental computer programming skills in this powerful programming language-and no previous experience is required. This fun and friendly guide will lead you, step-by-step, through C programming with cl[...]

The Radio Station is considered the standard work on radio media. It remains a concise and candid guide to the internal workings of radio stations and the radio industry in all of its various forms. Not only will you begin understand how each job at a radio station is best performed, you will learn [...]

The evolution and history of adventure therapy, as chronicled in the second chapter of this book, well demonstrates how far this field has evolved from a "divergent therapy" into an efficacious form of therapy that engages clients on cognitive, affective, and behavioral levels. Adventure Therapy is [...]

Since the publication of the first edition of this successful and popular book in 1970, the subject of lipid biochemistry has evolved greatly and this fifth up--to--date and comprehensive edition includes much new and exciting information. Lipid Biochemistry, fifth edition has been largely re--writt[...]

Helps readers see how inventors, scientists and businesspeople have shaped the world.

Whether it is a President who must apologize to the nation, a company that has developed a product that has caused a grievous harm, or a celebrity trying to repair a damaged image, apologia and apologies are frequently in the news. "Crisis Management by Apology: Corporate Response to Allegations of [...]