This synthesis presents an accessible introduction to one of the major themes of 20th-century world history namely, the decolonization of Africa.[...]

The first African statesman to achieve world recognition was Kwame Nkrumah (1909-1972), who became president of the new Republic of Ghana in 1960. He campaigned ceaselessly for African solidarity and for the liberation of southern Africa from white settler rule. His greatest achievement was to win t[...]

New York is on fire, the streets are overrun, and the Demon Horde is feasting. With the city in chaos, all eyes are on Dave Hooper, the monster slayer destined to save mankind. But hero or not, Dave is just one man and he's short of allies. He soon finds himself relying on Karen Warat: art dealer a[...]

This companion to "The Researcher's Toolkit" is a practical, jargon-free, user-friendly guide to the most appropriate use of research instruments. It provides "real" examples of research instruments used in actual projects by practising social and educational researchers.[...]