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This ground-breaking Handbook presents a state-of-the-art
exploration of entropy, complexity, and spatial dynamics from
fundamental theoretical, empirical and methodological perspectives.
It considers how foundational theories can contribute to new
advances, including novel modeling and empirical insights at
different sectoral, spatial, and temporal scales. With the help of
leading experts worldwide, the Handbook examines how and to what
extent entropic and non-entropic forces and processes in complex
spatial socio-economic systems shape and are shaped by their
structure and dynamics. Moreover, considering current concerns that
big data and related data-driven methods may signal an end to
theory, this Handbook is intended to investigate the potential and
possibilities for complexity science to engage, revitalize, and
advance theory in spatial economics. Overall, this Handbook reaches
beyond qualitative generalizations, contributing to the
identification of fundamental structural and dynamic properties of
the complex space-economy. Drawing upon diverse foundations and
perspectives, the Handbook on Entropy, Complexity and Spatial
Dynamics: A Rebirth of Theory? will be an essential resource for
researchers and students of many fields and disciplines, including
economics, urban planning and geography, regional science,
information science, physics, and biology.
This incisive Research Handbook examines the relationship between
energy and society, across both macro- and micro-scales, in the
context of the climate crisis. Featuring an extensive examination
of current research in the field from fifty expert international
contributors, it offers important insights into the
inter-connections between the globally organised fossil fuel energy
system and the changing structures of society. Structured in four
thematic parts, the Research Handbook begins with an analysis of
the evolution of large-scale energy production and consumption
using coal, oil and gas. Chapters then explore social divisions and
inequalities in energy systems in different countries, before
moving on to discuss energy governance, policy and politics, along
with strategies to achieve transformation. In the final part, the
Research Handbook investigates forms of knowledge, stories and
public engagement being used to re-make energy futures, concluding
that social sciences are identifying the inter-locking societal and
technical changes needed to enable rapid systemic changes in
energy. The Research Handbook on Energy and Society will be a
crucial resource for social science scholars and students
interested in the intersections of energy, climate change and
society, including aspects of governance, policy and politics,
social identity, social justice and inequalities.
Bringing together prominent scholars in the field, this Handbook
provides an interdisciplinary exploration of the complex
interrelationship between migration and welfare. Chapters explore
the extent to which immigration policy affects - and is affected by
- welfare states, from both economic and political perspectives.
This Handbook also examines the effects of emigration on sending
societies, exploring issues such as the impact of remittances,
diasporas, and skill deterioration as a result of human capital
flight on capacity building and on economic and political
development more generally. Contributors draw on both qualitative
and quantitative research to illuminate the contours and patterns
of this complex relationship. This includes the assumed
tension-reducing role of multiculturalist and integration policies,
the shaping of native beliefs about migrants by socio-economic
constraints and the potential for the extension of social rights to
migrants to influence and increase pro-redistributive attitudes.
Investigating the drivers of welfare chauvinism and its effects on
social trust between native and immigrant groups, the Handbook also
provides insights into the latest theoretical and empirical
findings regarding the progressive's dilemma, one of the most
formidable policy challenges leaders of modern societies face.
Breaking new theoretical and empirical ground, this cutting-edge
Handbook is essential reading for academics, researchers and
students in political science, economics, sociology, social policy
and political philosophy, particularly those focused on global
migration and changing attitudes to welfare. It will also benefit
policymakers looking for new data and pioneering perspectives on
immigration policy and the future of welfare states in a changing
world economy.
This authoritative Handbook provides a thorough exploration of
development policy from both scholarly and practical perspectives
and offers insights into the policy process dynamics and a range of
specific policy issues, including corruption and network
governance. Chapters deliver critical analyses of complex issues
within the economic, social, technological and environmental
development sectors, such as climate change and environmental
protection. This important Handbook synthesises diverse
perspectives on policies and their implications for development,
and features regional and country-specific case studies
highlighting the field's expansive nature. The editors bring
together leading contributors who deliver insightful research into
topics such as human rights, policy networks and development policy
praxis. With an accessible and comprehensive approach, this
Handbook will appeal to practitioners exploring development policy
issues and be welcomed by scholars and researchers looking to gain
an insight into the world of development.
This exciting and innovative Handbook provides readers with a
comprehensive and globally relevant overview of the instruments,
actors and design features of social protection systems, as well as
their application and impacts in practice. It is the first book
that centres around system building globally, a theme that has
gained political importance yet has received relatively little
attention in academia. Combining academic discussion with cases
from the Global South and North, this Handbook offers practical
recommendations on how greater harmonization across social
protection policies, programmes and delivery mechanisms can be
achieved. It also highlights the importance of linkages to other
policy fields and issues such as taxation, humanitarian aid and
livelihood approaches. Overall, the chapters argue that a systems
approach is needed to respond to the individual needs of different
groups in society and to face future challenges from demographic
change, globalization, automation, climate change and pandemics.
Targeting a broad audience, the Handbook on Social Protection
Systems bridges the divide in academic debate around social
protection in the Global South and North. It will be an invaluable
resource for academics, students and practitioners.
This insightful Handbook brings together the practical guidance of
over 50 international practitioners in sustainable tourism.
Applying strong research design principles it provides a workable
and rational toolkit for investigating practical challenges while
accounting for modest timeframes and resources. Expert contributors
illustrate how to undertake environmental, socio-cultural and
economic assessments that establish the feasibility of new tourism
ventures and ascertain their impact over time. Chapters cover
fundamentals including how to conduct feasibility studies and
business plans, and address key topics such as visitor management
and overcrowding. Offering how-to tools and step-by-step guidance,
this Handbook combines academic insight with extensive professional
experience to outline the best practices for an array of tasks to
inform sustainable tourism planning, development and operation.
Incorporating concrete solutions employed in numerous contexts,
this Handbook is crucial reading for practitioners of sustainable
tourism and agencies commissioning sustainable tourism assignments
who are in need of innovative methods and up-to-date guidance in
the field. It will also benefit tourism scholars, particularly
those investigating practical methodologies for creating
sustainable tourism experiences.
The Perfect Puppy: Breed Selection and Care by Veterinary Science
for Behavior and Neutering Age provides the most updated and expert
knowledge on dog breeds to guide the selection of a puppy or mature
dog. It offers the latest information on breed-specific behavior
profiles and guidelines for spaying or neutering, health
conditions, and life expectancy. Researched and written by experts
in veterinary science and animal behavior, this book is an unbiased
and data-driven analysis of 80 of the most common dog breeds, based
on interviews with 168 practicing veterinarians. It covers
behavioral expectations per breed, while addressing traits or
issues that can arise from environmental factors like home size,
presence of other dogs, and human family dynamics. This book is
written and formatted to be used by veterinarians for optimal
guidance on canine adoptions, while also appealing to breeders and
potential adopters as well.
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