345 results for 'melanesia cabl'

Christianity and Animism in Melanesia: Four Approaches to Gospel and CultureThis book explores the complex relationship between traditional animistic religion and Christianity in Vanuatu, examining...

Ritualized Homosexuality in Melanesia by Gilbert H. Herdt This collection of essays brings together seven leading anthropologists to explore ritualized homosexuality across cultures in non-Western...

The remarkable parallel between Amazonia and Melanesia is revealed in this thought-provoking exploration of sex and gender. Despite being separated by vast distances and centuries of history, the...

Birds of Melanesia: Bismarcks, Solomons, Vanuatu and New CaledoniaThis comprehensive field guide covers the diverse bird species found in the Melanesia region of the south-west Pacific. With over 650...

The Gender of the Gift: Problems with Women and Problems with Society in Melanesia is a thought-provoking analysis by Marilyn Strathern that challenges common assumptions about gender relations in...

In Search of the Lost: The Modern Martyrs of Melanesia by Richard Carter. The brutal murder of seven members of The Melanesian Brotherhood in 2003 shocked the Anglican world and left a community...

The Ethnographic Experiment A.M. Hocart and W.H.R. Rivers in Island Melanesia, 1908 by Edvard Hviding In 1908, two anthropological pioneers conducted groundbreaking fieldwork in the Solomon Islands...

Stanley J. Ulijaszek explores the complex relationships between human fertility and reproduction in Melanesian societies, past and present.This volume examines how subsistence systems, symbolic uses...

Cable Left, Cable Right: 94 Knitted Cables Expert knitter Judith Durant provides in-depth instructions for creating 94 different styles of cable, from simple to complex designs. This comprehensive...

The Darklands: A Melanesian Experience This unique and fascinating book reveals the lesser-known cultures of Melanesia. In the early 20th century, French writer and poet Andre Breton encountered the...

Take a fresh approach to traditional knitting with Unexpected Cables. This modern guide features 18 knitted garments that showcase the versatility and style of cabled designs. Author Heather Zoppetti...

This collection of 21 patterns for cabled sweaters and accessories offers modern interpretations of traditional Aran knitting. With schematics illustrating every pattern and charts accompanying more...

Beautiful cabled pieces for your wardrobe await. Bonnie Barker presents 18 stunning new crochet designs in Celtic Cable Crochet, featuring step-by-step directions and inspiring photography. This...

Celtic Cable Shawls by Lucy Hague is a collection of 7 beautiful shawl patterns inspired by Celtic and Pictish art. This book features photography from the stunning Scottish Highlands, along with...

San Francisco's cable car system was in danger of being lost forever. In this heartwarming tale, one little girl's determination helps save her beloved city's historic transportation.The story is...

Crochet cable designs made easy with Bonnie Barker's comprehensive guide. Follow along with 18 new patterns and complete video tutorials for every design.Whether you're familiar with written patterns...

Discover the art of colorful crochet cables with Noelle R. B. Stiles' comprehensive guide.Multicolored yarns are not just for beginners, but can add an extra layer of beauty to your textured crochet...

The System of Wire-Cable Railways for Cities and Towns: A Rare 1887 Prospectus. In 1873, the first cable railway in the United States began operating in San Francisco. This pioneering system was soon...

The future hangs in the balance. Cable faces an existential threat as the Neocracy looms on the horizon, poised to bring about the end of mutantkind and all humanity. With his time-traveling younger...

Discover the art of cable knitting with Martin Storey's Easy Cable Knits 10 Designs with a Modern Twist. This collection brings together 10 beautiful and easy-to-follow patterns for garments,...

In 1930s London, life in the streets of Stepney is tough. Elsie and her brother Mikey face challenges in their home, but the rise of antisemitic fascist Oswald Mosley and his Blackshirts brings even...

Standing atop a mound of rocks, Mildred Cable wrapped her blue padded jacket tightly around her and squinted against the sand-laden wind. To her right, the Great Wall stretched east for fourteen...

A Knitter's Sketchbook: Design Inspiration for Twists and Cables by Emma Vining is a beautifully illustrated guide to creating unique knitting stitch patterns. Drawing inspiration from the natural...

Discover the art of cabling in your knitting with Kalurah Hudson's Cozy Cables. This inspiring guide offers 16 lovely patterns and exciting cable stitches to help you master this gorgeous stitch...

Cable Guys: Television and Masculinities in the 21st Century by Amanda D. Lotz explores how contemporary cable dramas depict male characters navigating changing societal expectations of masculinity...

Cable knitting has never been more exciting. Meghan Jones takes you on an innovative journey into the world of cables, pushing beyond traditional knit stitches crossing over purl stitches. Instead,...

Media Promotion & Marketing for Broadcasting, Cable and the Internet is a comprehensive guide to the latest strategies in media promotion and marketing. This fifth edition explores the scope and...

Cables Machine Knitting TechniquesMaster the art of cable knitting with this comprehensive guide. By crossing stitches over, you can create a wide range of patterns from simple twists to intricate...

The Laying of the Cable, Or the Ocean Telegraph; Being a Complete and Authentic Narrative of the Attempt to Lay the Cable Across the Entrance to the Gulf of Mexico. In 1857, a groundbreaking...

San Francisco's California Street Cable Cars provides an in-depth look at one of the city's most iconic transportation systems. The California Street Railway, also known as Cal Cable, was developed...

Deadpool & Cable Ballistic Bromance. Vol. 1A hilarious and action-packed epic featuring two of Marvel's most iconic antiheroes, Wade Wilson and Nathan Summers. Fabian Nicieza returns to the...

Cable Knitting Stitch Dictionary: A Comprehensive Guide to Essential Stitches This comprehensive stitch dictionary is a must-have for knitters of all abilities, covering over 100 cable stitches in a...

A former American diplomat reveals a disconnect between Washington policymakers and those who work in US embassies. In 2010, the release of 251,287 State Department cables made public by WikiLeaks...

Learn to crochet beautiful cables with Contemporary Celtic Crochet. This book features a range of projects, from easy hats and scarves to more complex sweaters and wraps. With clear instructions and...

Cable Knits from Nordic Lands offers a unique blend of traditional and modern techniques in this comprehensive collection of 20+ projects. Ivar Asplund shares his grandmother's well-loved lessons in...

The Victorian British Empire's vast global network of submarine telegraph cables revolutionized communication and commerce. By the second half of the nineteenth century, cities around the world were...

Isabella lives in London with her mother. She has two brothers. One has chosen to fight in the Spanish Civil War for the Republicans: the other, by contrast, is attracted by Oswald Mosley's...

Discover the Art of Cable Knitting with 15 Stunning Patterns Joan Ho's latest collection brings together 15 expertly crafted cable knit patterns, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your...

The Golden Cables of Sympathy: A Transatlantic Network of Nineteenth-Century Feminism Margaret H. McFadden explores the intricate web of connections that developed among women in Europe and North...

Structured Cable Knitting for All Lynne Watterson's guide takes you from basics to complex techniques, unlocking the world of twisted stitches. Perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike,...

Hilmes offers a comprehensive introduction to the evolution of Hollywood and broadcasting in America, situating film, radio, and television within the broader context of national culture.This study...

Top-Down Knit Sweaters: 16 Versatile Styles for a Polished Look. Create a wardrobe staple that's both comfortable and stylish with these 16 top-down knit sweater patterns. From textured pullovers to...

The heat equation has shaped our understanding of the world and universe. It demystifies processes such as how milk dissolves in coffee to how molten planets cool. This mathematical concept, known as...

Understanding Digital Television: A Practical Guide to DVB Systems and TV Distribution Digital television has transformed the way we watch our favourite shows, but with so many new devices and...

The New Knitting Stitch Dictionary 500 Patterns for Textures, Lace, Aran Cables, Colorwork, Motifs, Edgings and More by Lydia Klos. Discover a world of knitting possibilities with this comprehensive...

The New Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers a comprehensive collection of 440 crochet stitches, presented in a clear and organized manner. The stitches are divided into ten chapters, covering a range of...

James Clifford's biography of Maurice Leenhardt offers a nuanced exploration of the life and work of a pioneering anthropologist. Based on extensive research into unpublished letters and journals,...

A murder mystery with a twist of knitting. When Laura's caregiver slips and breaks her leg, her neighbour takes in her dog Sophie, but things take a deadly turn when they find Laura dead at home. As...

The Gift Forms and Functions of Exchange in Archaic Societies by Marcel MaussA foundational work in social anthropology, this book presents a systematic study of gift exchange in primitive societies,...

South Sea archipelagos are often associated with paradise. The natural beauty of Oceanian islands, scattered across the Pacific South and divided into Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia cultural...

Pacific Art in Detail explores the diverse and vibrant art of the Pacific Islands, showcasing objects from domestic to sacred contexts. The book delves into the varied materials and techniques...

This edited volume fills a significant gap in the field of anthropology by exploring the applicability of chaos theory to the study of human cultural and social systems.Drawing on accessible...

A comprehensive grammar of the Yélî Dnye language, a Papuan language spoken off the coast of Papua New Guinea, provides detailed insights into its phonological, morphological, and syntactic...

World Antiquarianism: Comparative Perspectives explores the global phenomenon of antiquarianism, tracing its roots in ancient Near Eastern societies and examining its development in early modern...

Pacific Islands Writing: A broad-ranging introduction to the postcolonial literatures of the Pacific region.This book explores the literary and cultural contexts of the Pacific, drawing upon...

The Gift: A Study of the Mechanisms of Exchange in Primitive SocietiesThis seminal work presents a systematic study of gift-giving, a widespread custom found in primitive societies from ancient Rome...

Power and Prestige: The Art of Clubs in Oceania By Steven Hooper, published by Skira in 2022. This comprehensive volume explores the diverse meanings and forms of clubs across two centuries of...

This ambitious new book by Henrietta Moore draws on anthropology, feminism and psychoanalysis to develop an original theory of gender and how we become sexed beings.Moore argues that recent...

Trees, Knots and Outriggers is the culmination of twenty-five years of research by Frederick H. Damon, exploring cultural adaptations to the environment in Melanesia. This book brings together...

Kinship, Law and the Unexpected Relatives are Always a Surprise by Marilyn Strathern In this thought-provoking work, anthropologist Marilyn Strathern explores the role of relationships in shaping our...

Becoming Sinners: Christianity and Moral Torment in a Papua New Guinea Society (Ethnographic Studies in Subjectivity) (Volume 4) Joel Robbins explores the Christian culture of a remote Papua New...

The Anthropology of Christianity by Fenella Cannell explores the diverse experiences of local Christianities around the world. In this collection, anthropologists examine how Christianity is...

A Witch's Hand: Curing, Killing, Kinship and Colonialism among the Lujere of New Guinea by William E. Mitchell is a significant contribution to the ethnography of Papua New Guinea. First published in...

The Solomon Islands have long been a subject of fascination for scholars, with their unique cultural diversity and rich history. This comprehensive synthesis brings together 50 years of research in...

Boundless Worlds: An Anthropological Approach to Movement challenges traditional notions of space and place by focusing on movement as a means of understanding social spaces. This innovative approach...

Cutting and Connecting offers a fresh perspective on comparative anthropology by drawing on network analysis originally developed in African contexts. This volume rethinks the way we compare...

This anthology of contemporary eco-literature brings together an ensemble of Indigenous writers from Polynesia, Melanesia, Micronesia, and the global Pacific diaspora. With contributions spanning...

Octastro and the Pelican Cableway is a science fiction fantasy novel by Anum Hamed.The story follows Octastro as they navigate a mysterious world filled with ancient secrets and hidden dangers. With...

Scablands and Other Stories is a collection of tales from the post-industrial landscape, exploring themes of austerity, poverty, and trauma. These stories follow individuals struggling to cope with...

The Undersea Network by Nicole Starosielski explores the often-overlooked world of undersea cable systems, which play a crucial role in carrying transoceanic Internet traffic. By tracing the routes...

Vince Cable's latest book offers a unique perspective on the state of the global financial markets and how the British economy has fared since 2008. As Business Secretary in the coalition government,...

Disengagement at work is a widespread problem, with many employees feeling unfulfilled and disconnected from their roles. Social psychologist Daniel M. Cable argues that this disengagement isn't a...

A desperate mission drives Cable back to his past. With only 24 hours left, he sets out to destroy those responsible for a world in ruins.Cable's quest pits him against some of the Avengers,...

San Francisco's Magnificent Streetcars showcases the city's historic cable cars, streetcars, and trolley coaches through captivating photography. The story begins with the opening of San Francisco's...

Build Your Own Electronic Devices with Confidence Circuitbuilding Do-It-Yourself For Dummies provides a comprehensive guide to building circuits for your projects. Whether you want to create a...

From Deng Xiaoping to Franklin D Roosevelt and from Lenin to Bismarck, the lives and legacies of 16 world leaders who transformed their countries' economic fortunes are explored in this magisterial...

China's relations with the rest of the world are at an all-time low. Is this a passing phase or a sign of deeper divergencies? In "The Chinese Conundrum", Vince Cable explores the long history of...

Illuminated Knits by Lucy Hague is a collection of four knitting patterns inspired by the intricate decorations found in illuminated Celtic manuscripts. The designs feature a slipped-stitch cable...

The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph by Henry M. Field In 1858, a groundbreaking telegraph cable was laid across the Atlantic Ocean, revolutionizing global communication. This remarkable achievement...

This book provides an insider's perspective on the world of wildland firefighting and incident management team response. It delves into the realities of managing large-scale incidents, including...

The SolidWorks Electrical 2017 Black Book provides a comprehensive guide to performing various tedious jobs in Electrical control designing. By following a step-by-step methodology, this book helps...

Money and Power: The World Leaders Who Changed EconomicsThis comprehensive history examines the impact of 16 world leaders on their countries' economic fortunes, from those who lifted millions out of...

Rick and Morty: Meeseeks, P.I. by Fred C. Stresing is a gripping mystery that delves into cabals and conspiracies. When the remote to the interdimensional cable box goes missing, Jerry's desperate...

The cliff lift: a Victorian ingenuity at the British seaside. For over 150 years, these simple structures have transported people up and down steep cliffs, a testament to the engineering skills of...

Stuart Cable's story is one of rock 'n' roll excess and unapologetic fun. As drummer for Stereophonic ME, he was part of a band that rose to fame in the 1990s, thanks in part to a high-profile...

The Institution of Engineering and Technology's On-Board Guide: Electrical Safety for Small Craft provides essential advice on designing, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical installations...

The Grandissimes A Story of Creole Life by George Washington Cable In this thought-provoking novel, set against the backdrop of early nineteenth-century New Orleans, Cable explores the complexities...

Threats multiply in the Reign of X. Cable and his allies are closing in on the secret of the missing mutant baby, but a fateful reckoning draws ever closer. As they draw nearer to the truth, a new...

This analysis of U.S. foreign policy objectives in Australia and beyond sheds new light on the diplomatic cables produced by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Australia.By examining these cables,...

Discover how economics has shaped the lives of world leaders and transformed their countries' fortunes. Vince Cable's magisterial history examines the legacy of 16 influential figures who challenged...

The X-Force Epic Collection: Assault on Graymalkin brings together some of Marvel's most iconic characters in a thrilling adventure. Cable's space station, Graymalkin, is the site of a major showdown...

This comprehensive guide is perfect for complete beginners who want to learn the basics of knitting. With clear explanations and stylish projects, you'll be able to put your new skills into practice...

The most epic walks in the Chamonix Valley, France have been carefully selected for this guide. After sifting through countless options, only the unmissable routes have made the cut, ensuring that...

Discover the art of Norwegian knitting with Kari Hestnes's latest collection. Spanning four decades of her career, this book showcases the best of Hestnes's designs, featuring stunning...

Aran knitting is renowned for its distinctive, textured patterns of cables and ropes. This guide offers more than 20 patterns, illustrated by 117 close-up photographs, making it suitable for both...

Discover the hidden beauty within everyday electronics. Open Circuits presents a stunning photographic exploration of the intricate design inside electronic components, revealing a world of elegance...

Discover the joy of crochet with these 7 stylish scarves made using Scheepjes Stonewashed XL worsted-weight yarn. From bobbles to cables, mosaic and cross-stitches are just a few of the techniques...

Discover how electricity is generated and delivered to your home. Charged Up: The Story of Electricity explains the process from power stations to your doorstep.The story begins with how electrical...

A bomb explodes in Paris, shattering the city's tranquility. A mission to stop the devastating attack is compromised when its agent fails to prevent it from happening. The agent, Cable, believes he...

The penguin family's adventure has finally arrived. They've been travelling by bus, train, and even cable car, no matter the weather conditions.As they journey through rain, shine, sleet, or snow,...