Baron Thyssen-Bornemisza's collection of Medieval sculpture and works of art is wide-ranging in its scope. It includes fine Gothic sculptures on a large and small scale, ivories and enamels from major European centres, and works of art in other media. In this catalogue every object is illustrated in[...]
Population and Society is an undergraduate introduction to population that explains the latest shifts in population studies. The text provides a detailed and completely accessible overview that: - situates demographic aspects of population - births, deaths, migration, disease - within the context of[...]
An introduction to population that explains the shifts in population studies. The text provides an overview that situates demographic aspects of population within the context of broader social impacts; uses examples from the developed and developing world; and is illustrated with pedagogic features,[...]
Although outlawed in many states, serpent handling remains an active religious practice - and one that is far more stereotyped than understood. Ralph W. Hood, Jr. and W. Paul Williamson have spent fifteen years touring serpent-handling churches in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolin[...]
This book presents a new psychological framework for understanding religious fundamentalism, one that distinguishes fundamentalist traditions from other faith-based groups and helps explain the thinking and behavior of believers. Steering clear of stereotypes, the highly regarded authors offer respe[...]
This beautiful book describes and illustrates 38 major masterpieces from the V&A's outstanding holdings of European art from the period 300-1600. It includes superb examples of sculpture,metalwork, ceramics and glass, and forms a short guide to the highlights of the museum's magnificent new Medieval[...]
The idea that science is a blueprint for research, and imagination gives research its life and purpose inspired this comprehensive explanation of research methodology. The authors' decades of experience have revealed that research is a craft requiring judgment and creativity, not simply memorization[...]
Torchwood is an action-packed sci-fi series following the adventures of a team of investigators, working for the secret organisation who use scavenged alien technology to solve present day crimes - both alien and human. Now the smash hit TV series comes to comics! When Torchwood-3 comes under fire i[...]