1562 results for 'Polo, Marco'

Anthropology and Consultancy: Issues and Debates explores the challenges faced by anthropologists working as consultants in various fields. With first-hand experience, the authors address the...

An Apology for Apologetics: A Study in the Logic of Interreligious Dialogue by Paul J. Griffiths explores the importance of vigorous apologetics in interreligious dialogue. The author argues that a...

The Routledge Handbook of Anthropology and the City provides a comprehensive study of current and future urban issues on a global and local scale. This volume adopts an 'engaged' approach to urban...

Living Language: An Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology by Laura M. Ahearn provides a comprehensive exploration of language as a social and cultural practice. This fully revised third edition...

Anthropologists have long been cautious when discussing morality and ethics in relation to the concept of evil. This is partly due to its cultural baggage and theological implications in...

Social Movements: An Anthropological Reader offers a unique perspective on social movements by drawing on anthropological insights from around the world. This collection of writings covers a range of...

The Republican Party's future hangs in the balance as it navigates the post-Trump era. In Trump's Shadow explores the factional struggles and family rivalries that have emerged, threatening to...

Last Shot: A Memoir of Addiction, Ambition and RedemptionJock Zonfrillo's powerful life story is one of addiction, ambition, and redemption in the high-stakes world of Michelin star kitchens. From...

RioBotz Combat Robot Tutorial is a comprehensive guide to competing and designing combat robots. Written by Marco Antonio Meggiolaro, this 380-page tutorial covers the knowledge gained by the Robotic...

Staying well in this moment and in life is a guide to improving mental health during one of humanity's most uncertain and fearful periods. Luis Rojas Marcos, a renowned psychiatrist, shares the keys...

This comprehensive guide to welding practices covers the essential exercises and instructions for training welders. Written by Carlos Alonso Marcos, it provides a detailed introduction to various...

Anthropological comparison has evolved significantly over time, with various methods being conceptualised and re-invented. This book explores how anthropologists have approached comparisons from the...

The Cosmopolitan Subject of Anthropology by Nigel Rapport explores the significance of human affiliations and the need for a cosmopolitan project that transcends surface differences. This book argues...

Anthropology and the Will to Meaning: A Postcolonial Critique by Vassos Argyrou explores the fundamental assumptions underlying the field of anthropology. Argyrou challenges the notion that...

The Routledge Companion to Media Anthropology provides a comprehensive overview of media anthropology, exploring how forms of mediation influence communication, social relationships, and cultural...

A Companion to the Anthropology of Religion presents a collection of original essays that explore the diversity of religious beliefs and practices in the contemporary world. This comprehensive volume...

The Routledge Handbook of Anthropology and Reproduction provides a comprehensive overview of the anthropological study of human reproduction. This book brings together work from various fields,...

Commands: A Cross-linguistic Typology by Aleksandra I︠U︡rʹevna Aĭkhenvalʹd and R. M. W. Dixon is an in-depth examination of the form and function of commands, including pleas, entreaties, and orders,...

A Companion to Medical Anthropology provides an expert overview of the current state and major topics in medical anthropology. Written by leading international scholars, this comprehensive guide...

The Business of Creativity: Toward an Anthropology of Worth by Brian Moeran In this thought-provoking book, Brian Moeran explores how creativity emerges from collaborative engagements among people,...

In 1943, the peaceful Tuscan villa of Contessa Sofia de' Corsi is upturned by the sudden arrival of German soldiers. Desperate to fight back, she agrees to shelter a wounded British radio engineer in...

Miguel Vila's Milky Way is a complex and unsettling exploration of human desire. When Marco develops an interest in Lulu, an older ice cream server with a troubled past, it awakens a problematic and...

The Polonaise Brilliante No. 1 in D major (Polonaise de Concert) is a renowned composition for violin and piano, written by Endre Granat. First published in Germany in 1853 as the Polonaise in D...

A Visual Guide to Biblical Apologetics is a clear and concise resource for understanding the basics of apologetics. This introductory guide takes the fear out of sharing your faith and biblical...

A lively counting book featuring a young girl's quest to find out exactly how many squirrels there are. She searches high and low, counting them all over town, but these frisky creatures seem to move...

A comprehensive guide to dental anthropology, covering its history and latest scientific research. This collection of original readings brings together experts in their field to present the most...

Decolonizing Anthropology: Moving Further Toward an Anthropology for Liberation by Faye V. Harrison provides a critical analysis of the discipline of anthropology and its potential to promote social...

A Companion to Moral Anthropology by Didier Fassin explores the diverse dimensions of morals, morality, and ethics through original essays by leading experts in the field. This comprehensive...

Anthropology poses an explicit challenge to standard notions of scientific knowledge. It claims to produce genuine insights into the workings of culture in general on the basis of individual social...

A luminous spring day in Venice sets the scene for a complex and intriguing mystery. When Marco Ribetti, a friend of Commissario Brunetti's Inspettore Vianello, is arrested during a protest against...

Discover how to apply ancient Stoic wisdom to your everyday problems and find lasting happiness. Pepe García explores the timeless principles of Stoicism, revealing practical exercises and ideas to...

The Frog Prince and the Kitten by Clare De Marco is a fun and engaging story about an unlikely friendship between two animals. When Lily, a mischievous kitten, meets a frog who returns her golden...

How We Struggle offers a unique anthropological perspective on labor agency, exploring how working people strive to improve their lives and working conditions across different workplaces, sectors,...

Anthropology of the Self: A Cross-Cultural Exploration of the Individual. This book examines the concept of the self in various societies, tracing its development from ancient Greek philosophy to...

The Qualities of Time: Anthropological Approaches explores how time is shaped and experienced by individuals in complex ways. Classical ideas about time are re-examined to understand its relevance to...

Anthropology has long been seen as an art of translation, but recent social theory has raised questions about the translator's role. As global connections grow, understanding and cultural exchange...

Anthropology and Science: Epistemologies in Practice presents a nuanced exploration of knowledge and its various forms. Drawing on ethnographic examples from around the world, the authors examine how...

The Anthropology of Art: A Reader provides a comprehensive overview of the key theoretical debates in the anthropology of art. This anthology brings together significant work from the second half of...

Christianity is eminently reasonable, and this book explores how to defend it using reason. The authors argue that faith and reason are not mutually exclusive, but can work together to provide a...

Dispossession: Anthropological Perspectives on Russia's War Against Ukraine by Catherine Wanner provides timely analysis of a war that will leave a lasting mark on the twenty-first century. This...

Bali and Beyond: Explorations in the Anthropology of Tourism by Shinji Yamashita explores the significance of tourism as a phenomenon that shapes cultural exchange and hybridization. Through case...

Class, Nation and Identity: A New Framework for Understanding Political Movements Jeff Pratt presents a fresh approach to studying political movements, arguing that they can be understood through two...

Same-Sex Cultures and Sexualities: An Anthropological Reader by Jennifer Robertson explores the significance of sex, gender, and sexuality in understanding human behaviors and practices. This...

The Subject of Virtue: An Anthropology of Ethics and Freedom by James Laidlaw This book offers a fresh perspective on ethics, arguing that anthropology can provide new insights into human conduct. By...

A Companion to Psychological Anthropology: Modernity and Psychocultural Change explores the complex interplay between culture, psychology, and society across cultures. This comprehensive guide brings...

The Anthropology of Peace and Reconciliation offers a unique perspective on the complex world of post-conflict interventions. Nigel Eltringham explores five key approaches - traditional conflict...

Anthropology and Development Challenges for the Twenty-First Century by Colin Cremin The landscape of international development is undergoing significant changes. Non-traditional actors from...

Human Origins brings together new thinking by social anthropologists and other scholars on the evolution of human culture and society. This collection explores why social anthropology has been absent...

Kinship and Family: An Anthropological Reader brings together a comprehensive collection of works on kinship from the early 1900s to the present day. This representative anthology includes both...

Visual anthropology has proven to be a valuable approach for applied projects of social intervention. This volume examines the diverse contexts in which visual anthropology is used, as well as the...

The Anthropology of Citizenship: A Reader by Sian Lazar explores how citizenship is constructed and experienced in various contexts. This collection of key writings provides an anthropological...

The Tabom: A History of the Afro-Brazilian Community in Ghana. This book tells the story of the Tabom people, who returned to Ghana from Brazil between 1829 and 1836. With accuracy and intelligence,...

The Apology of Socrates and Xenophon: A Rival Account of Socratic Philosophy. In 399 BC, Socrates was put on trial and sentenced to death. His defence speech, as recorded by Plato and Xenophon,...

David Graeber's work continues to shape our understanding of human society. This collection of new writings brings together his insights into one book, showcasing how deeply his ideas remain...

The Anthropology of Time: Cultural Constructions of Temporal Maps and Images by Alfred Gell. This book explores the complex and multifaceted nature of time, examining how it is perceived and...

Ritual, History and Power Selected Papers in Anthropology by Maurice Bloch This collection brings together some of Maurice Bloch's most influential work, exploring key concepts such as power,...

Anthropology of Deep Time: Geological Temporality and Social LifeThis timely critical review explores our human relationship with the timescale of geological formation, shedding light on how human...

Power, Community And The State: A Political Anthropology of Organisation in Mexico This book explores the complex relationships between local communities and the state, revealing how power is...

A View from the Bridge is a tragic play about a man's inexorable unravelling, set in a close-knit community in 1950s New York. The story revolves around Eddie Carbone, a longshoreman with a strong...

What Brexit Means: An Anthropology of Polarization and Cultural Change in Britain explores the rise of populism in Britain through ethnographic fieldwork with ideologically committed Brexit activists...

The Problem of Context by Roy Dilley This collection of contributions from leading social anthropologists and anthropological linguists explores how the concept of context is constructed, invoked,...

Anthropologists Julie Laplante, Ari Gandsman, and Willow Scobie share their experiences in the field, reflecting on key debates in the discipline. This collection offers new perspectives on how to...

The Student Workbook with Reader for Ottenheimer and Pine's The Anthropology of Language: an Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology provides a comprehensive resource for students of linguistics and...

Doubt, Conflict, Mediation: An Anthropology of Modern TimeThis thought-provoking book challenges conventional understandings of modern time by exploring its sociological and anthropological...

John of Damascus, First Apologist to the Muslims: The Trinity and Christian Apologetics in the Early Islamic Period by Daniel J. Janosik. This book explores the life and writings of John of Damascus,...

This collection of essays presents the latest thoughts of David MacDougall, one of the world's leading ethnographic filmmakers and writers, on cinema. It offers essential reading for students in film...

Small Places, Large Issues: An Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology by Thomas Hylland Eriksen provides a clear overview of the discipline, focusing on central topics such as kinship,...

Regimes of Ignorance explores the complex relationships between knowledge and non-knowledge in social and political contexts.The ethnographic analyses presented here offer a nuanced understanding of...

The New Green Ranger's identity has been revealed, and the Mighty Morphin team is left to face a new threat with a secret connection to Zordon's past. This shocking chapter in the story continues...

A Pen and Paper Introduction to Statistics by Antonio Marco is an innovative approach to learning statistics. This book reverses the traditional teaching method by starting with linear models,...

Soul Kiss is a 144-page hardcover graphic novel that tells the story of Lili Bloom's deal with The Devil. Ten days, ten kisses, and ten souls are at stake, as she tries to make good on her commitment...

The Transformation of Israelite Religion to Rabbinic Judaism by Juan Marcos Bejarano Gutierrez explores the complex relationship between ancient Israel's religion and the development of rabbinic...

The Rise of the Inquisition: An Introduction to the Spanish and Portuguese Inquisitions By Juan Marcos Bejarano Gutierrez The history of the Spanish and Portuguese Inquisitions is one of intense...

Islam has become a powerful force in modern politics. This phenomenon is rooted in the past, when traditional Muslim societies displayed remarkable stability and homogeneity despite great political...

Radically rethink the streets outside your home and transform your life. Our dependence on cars is damaging our health and the planet. The Dutch have successfully created bike highways, but what...

Venice: A Remarkable History of the Lagoon CityThis comprehensive history of Venice spans over 1,200 years, from its formation in the early Middle Ages to the present day. The city's evolution as a...

Easy Classical Cello Solos Featuring Music of Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Others by Javier Marcó. Discover 18 easy and fun classical pieces to play as solos on the cello. This collection...

The Brain: A User's Manual A simple guide to the world's most complex machine. Discover how your brain works, from the 38 million calculations it makes per second to the distribution of memory and...

Shame is a fundamental human emotion that plays a significant role in our emotional experience. In this thought-provoking exploration, Jungian analyst Mario Jacoby delves into the complexities of...

Essential Music Theory Levels 1-3 provides a comprehensive foundation for students seeking to develop their musical knowledge. This compilation covers the essential aspects of music theory, including...

The Liturgy of the Ethiopian Church (1959 Original English/Arabic) by H. E. Blatta Marsie Hazen and Rev. Marcos Daoud. This translation presents the liturgical practices of the Ethiopian Orthodox...

Urban Apologetics: Cults and Cultural Ideologies is a guide to addressing contemporary challenges facing Christians. It provides a framework for engaging with issues such as cults, alternative...

The Omega Rangers embark on their most ambitious mission yet. With the threat of the Empyreals defeated and Earth saved, they must forge a new path for themselves. In response to distress calls from...

Fragile Democracies: The Legacies of Authoritarian Rule explores how authoritarian regimes shape societies long after their leaders have been overthrown. Gretchen Casper examines the impact of Marcos...

Stockport, 1944, is a place of quiet desperation and hidden dreams. For Alice, running her husband's family shop while he's at war, life is a balancing act. But everything changes when she meets...

Just Beyond: The Scare School is a middle grade supernatural horror series that takes young readers beyond their normal lives to an always surprising place of fantasy and fright. When a chance...

At Home: An Anthropology of Domestic Space by Irene Cieraad explores how domestic space reflects and shapes Western society. This collection of essays draws on art history, sociology, architecture,...

Anthropology and Disaster in Japan: Cultural Contributions to Recovery After the 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami This book explores the impact of the devastating 3.11 disaster in Japan from an...

Linguistic Relativity Today: Language, Mind, Society and the Foundations of Linguistic Anthropology by Marcel Danesi is a comprehensive textbook that explores the hypothesis of linguistic relativity...

Anthropologists have long relied on evidence to inform their work, yet this concept has received relatively little attention in academic circles. This collection of essays seeks to rectify this...

Francesco di Marco Datini's life is a remarkable portrait of a medieval Italian merchant. Through an astonishing collection of letters discovered centuries after his death, Iris Origo brings to life...

This book explores how contemporary fiction uses unusual narrators to engage readers. By combining literary analysis with research in psychology, Marco Caracciolo examines ten novels featuring...

Suheir Hammad's powerful poetry collection Born Palestinian, Born Black explores themes of identity, culture and belonging. Originally published in 1996, this new edition features additional poems...

The Routledge Companion to International Hospitality Management by Marco A. Gardini, Michael C. Ottenbacher and Markus Schuckert is a comprehensive guide to understanding the complexities of...

Sharpen your artistic skills with guidance from a seasoned graphic artist and animator. Marcos Mateu-Mestre shares his expertise in drawing techniques, covering the benefits and challenges of...

A body is discovered in the Madrid Botanic Garden, hidden behind a palm tree. Concepción Rivera, a woman of middle age, had been visiting the garden just before its closing time. She was accompanied...

Close the Deal & Suddenly Grow Rich is a groundbreaking sales book that reveals exactly when to close the deal using the power of a B.R.A.N.D. concept, transforming sales results within 24 hours.The...

Beneath a Starless Sky by Tessa Harris is a gripping historical fiction novel that explores the complexities of love and courage in the face of adversity. Against the backdrop of war-torn Europe,...

The Primacy of Resistance: Power, Opposition and Becoming by Marco Checchi explores the concept of resistance in politics. This volume prioritises an analysis that redirects efforts towards creation...

Diana E. Forsythe's Studying Those Who Study Us is an anthropologist's exploration of artificial intelligence and its impact on society. This collection of essays examines the assumptions made by...