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In this bold and innovative book, Massimo Modonesi weaves together theory and political practice by relating the concepts of subalternity, antagonism and autonomy to contemporary movements in Latin America and elsewhere.
In a sophisticated account, Modonesi reconstructs the debates between Marxist authors and schools of thought in order to sketch out informed strategies of resistance. He reviews the works of Gramsci, Negri, Castoriadis and Lefort,...
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Michel Foucault's Discipline and Punish is one of the best-selling works of critical theory and a key text on many undergraduate courses. However, it is a long, difficult text which makes Anne Schwan and Stephen Shapiro's excellent step-by-step reading guide a welcome addition to the How to Read Theory series.
Undergraduates across a wide range of disciplines are expected to have a solid understanding of Foucault's key terms, which have become...
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As mankind is moving onto the next stage of its evolution, spiritual maturity in order to reach balance, which will be a golden age, human beings will have to choose, with a united voice, to transcend the current paradigm of division and violence. It is thus paramount that each individual understands his or her role for the advent of this future. There are decisions to be made at two levels: collective action and individual action. At the collective...
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Hannah Arendt is one of the most famous political theorists of the twentieth century, yet in the social sciences her work has rarely been given the attention it deserves. This careful and comprehensive study introduces Arendt to a wider audience.
Finn Bowring shows how Arendt's writings have engaged with and influenced prominent figures in the sociological canon, and how her ideas may shed light on some of the most pressing social and political...
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La sistematización -en este nuevo siglo- es una posibilidad para producir conocimiento a partir de la intervención en la realidad, como una teorización de la práctica vivida. Esa sistematización de experiencias tiene un gran significado para el trabajo social; de algo que se consideraba secundario pasó a ser una actividad relevante en la profesión que convoca sus propios discursos, instituciones y una comunidad de especialistas.
El libro Teoría...
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Bruno Latour, the French sociologist, anthropologist and long-established superstar in the social sciences is revisited in this pioneering account of his ever-evolving political philosophy. Breaking from the traditional focus on his metaphysics, most recently seen in Harman's book Prince of Networks, the author instead begins with the Hobbesian and even Machiavellian underpinnings of Latour's early period encountering his shift towards Carl Schmitt...
7) Ciudadanía digital y desarrollo local: Experiencias y procesos de participación en la Unión Europea
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Hoy las Nuevas Tecnologías de Información y Comunicación ofrecen múltiples herramientas para la gobernabilidad y el desarrollo de las ciudades. Con la irrupción de estas tecnologías se han roto las formas tradicionales de articulación ciudadana, proliferando distintas iniciativas de apropiación tecnológica y autonomía por parte de los movimientos sociales, además de más o menos acertadas políticas públicas que persiguen la integración...
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Five years into capitalism's deepest crisis, which has led to cuts and economic pain across the world, Against Austerity addresses a puzzling aspect of the current conjuncture: why are the rich still getting away with it? Why is protest so ephemeral? Why does the left appear to be marginal to political life?
In an analysis which challenges our understanding of capitalism, class and ideology, Richard Seymour shows how 'austerity' is just one...
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From broadsheet newspapers to television shows and Hollywood films, capitalism is increasingly recognised as a system detrimental to human existence. Colin Cremin investigates why, despite this de-robing, capitalism remains a powerful and seductive force.
Using materialist, psychoanalytic and linguistic approaches, Cremin shows how capitalism, anxiety and desire enter into a mutually supporting relationship. He identifies three ways in which...
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Learn to solve problems together with this Spanish nonfiction book. Ideal for young readers, the book includes a fiction story related to the topic, a connected project, glossary, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color Spanish book explores real-world problems and how individuals have come together to find solutions. It also covers key topics like creative problem-solving and brainstorming, and includes an extension activity...
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Cities, by their very nature, are a mass of contradictions. They can be at once visually stunning, culturally rich, exploitative and unforgiving. In The Lure of the City Austin Williams and Alastair Donald explore the potential of cities to meet the economic, social and political challenges of the current age.
This book seeks to examine the dynamics of urban life, showing that new opportunities can be maximised and social advances realised in...
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Since the controversial scientific race theories of the 1930s, anthropologists have generally avoided directly addressing the issue of race, viewing it as a social construct. Challenging this tradition, Peter Wade proposes that anthropologists can in fact play an important role in the study of race.
Wade is critical of contemporary theoretical studies of race formulated within the contexts of colonial history, sociology and cultural studies....
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"The Elementary Forms of Religious Life: Illustrated" is a seminal work by the French sociologist Émile Durkheim, offering a groundbreaking exploration of the nature and function of religion in human societies. In this illustrated edition, Durkheim's complex theories are brought to life through visual representations, enhancing the reader's understanding and engagement with the text.
Durkheim examines the fundamental elements of religious beliefs,...
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Interracial sexual relations are often a key mythic basis for Latin American national identities, but the importance of this has been under explored.
Peter Wade provides a pioneering overview of the growing literature on race and sex in the region, covering historical aspects and contemporary debates.
He includes both black and indigenous people in the frame, as well as mixed and white people, avoiding the implication that 'race' means...
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Learn how to greet others politely! This nonfiction book covers a variety of greetings and farewell gestures that students can use in everyday life. Perfect for young readers, this book also includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, a bonus activity, and other useful features. This 20-page full-color book uses pictures and words to teach students how to greet others. It also covers important life skills such as meeting new people and includes...
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Across the world anxiety, stress and depression are on the increase, a trend which looks set to continue as austerity measures bite. The official response tells people that unhappiness is just a personal problem, rather than a social one.
Written by a practising psychologist, with nearly thirty years' experience in the fields of mental health and learning disabilities, The Therapy Industry offers a concise, accessible and critical overview of...
17) Making Decisions
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Learn how to be a confident decision-maker! Explore the decision-making process in a meaningful and engaging way. This 32-page nonfiction book connects civics topics with social-emotional learning. Perfect for use in the classroom or at-home learning to explore responsible decision-making. Includes a short fiction piece to help students relate to the topic and engaging text features such as a glossary, useful discussion questions, and a "Civics in...
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In a world shattered by distrust and upheaval, "Echoes of Faith: Resonance in the Trustless Era, Rebuilding Hope and Connection" beckons readers into a mesmerizing journey of redemption and renewal. Delve into the heart of a society torn asunder by betrayal, where echoes of shattered faith reverberate through every corner. From the ashes of despair emerge tales of courage, resilience, and the unyielding power of the human spirit.Follow the intertwined...
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A searing portrait and damning takedown of America’s proudest citizens—who are also the least likely to defend its core principles
“This is an important book that ought to be read by anyone who wants to understand politics in the perilous Age of Trump.”—David Corn, New York Times bestselling author of American Psychosis
White rural voters hold the...
“This is an important book that ought to be read by anyone who wants to understand politics in the perilous Age of Trump.”—David Corn, New York Times bestselling author of American Psychosis
White rural voters hold the...
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A spirited chronicle of the West's ambivalent relationship with dirt
The question of cleanliness is one every age and culture has answered with confidence. For the first-century Roman, being clean meant a two-hour soak in baths of various temperatures, scraping the body with a miniature rake, and a final application of oil. For the aristocratic Frenchman in the seventeenth century, it meant changing your shirt once a day and perhaps going so far...
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