Hermeneutics is a major theoretical and practical form of intellectual enquiry, central not only to philosophy but many other disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. With phenomenology and existentialism, it is also one of the twentieth century's most important philosophical movements and[...]

This critical introduction to democracy promotion seeks to provide students with an understanding of some of the key dynamics and contentions revolving around this controversial policy agenda. Specifically, this textbook examines democracy promotion through seeking to answer, from the perspective o[...]

When he is fooled by the townsfolk into thinking that he is a skilled dragonslayer, Phoney Bone takes on the challenge to find the Red Dragon while Thorn deals with haunted dreams and missing Gran'ma Ben, in the latest installment to this exciting graphic novel series. Simultaneous.[...]

The cornerstone of GRAPHIX, our new graphic novel imprint, BONE is the incredible comic book saga of the unwitting hero who must save an idyllic valley from the forces of evil.
The BONE adventures tell the story of a young bone boy, Fone Bone, and his two cousins, Phoney Bone and Smiley Bone, wh[...]

"The highly anticipated third book in the critically acclaimed and bestselling series takes the art of being wimpy to a whole new level. " Let's face it: Greg Heffley will never change his wimpy ways. Somebody just needs to explain that to Greg's father. You see, Frank Heffley actually thinks he can[...]

The Bible is a unique narrative of origins and cosmic powers; of the ageless battle between good and evil; of human potential and human treachery - the very stuff that graphic novels are made of.[...]

Bird watching is one of life's great joys even if you don't know a sparrow from a spotted owl. But the more you know about bird species, habitats, migration, and behaviors, the more you can enjoy bird watching. Bird Watching For Dummies is the fun, easy-to-understand bird watching reference you'll t[...]

The world of Aminadab, Maurice Blanchot's second novel, is dark, bizarre, and fantastic. Reminiscent of Kafka's enclosed and allegorical spaces, Aminadab is both a reconstruction and a deconstruction of power, authority, and hierarchy. The novel opens when Thomas, upon seeing a woman gesture to him [...]

"Ultimate Kempo" (also known as kenpo) is more than a book about technique and style; it's a study of movement, motion and balance that can enhance anyone's study of the martial arts. Its primary focus is not to inflict harm, but to avoid conflict through an understanding of Kosho Ryu's unique menta[...]

It's summer vacation, the weather's great, and all the kids are having fun outside. So where's Greg Heffley? Inside his house, playing video games with the shades drawn.
Greg, a self-confessed "indoor person," is living out his ultimate summer fantasy: no responsibilities and no rules. But Greg'[...]