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First published in 1990, Capitalist Democracy on Trial explores the
long transatlantic debate on capitalist democracy. It examines the
conflicting verdicts of writers and politicians in the USA and
Europe. The first section focuses on democracy and the rise of big
business. It discusses the views of Tocqueville, Mill, Carnegie,
Chamberlain, Bryce, Ostrogorski, Veblen and Hobson. The second
section covers capitalism and the rise of 'big government'. The
writers represented are Laski, Lasswell, Hayek, Schumpeter,
Galbraith, Friedman, Miliband, Brittan, Piven, and Cloward. Using a
historical and comparative framework Dennis Smith argues that the
transatlantic debate on capitalist democracy has passed through
three phases. By World War I the early nineteenth century ideology
of 'participation' had been replaced by a conception of capitalist
democracy as 'manipulation'. Between the wars this was superseded
by an ideology of 'regulation'. Then the drift has been towards the
need for 'conservation'. His systematic approach demonstrate the
dynamics of an unfolding debate and combines theoretical insight
with clarity of exposition. This book will be an invaluable text
for students of political science, sociology, social theory, and
the history of political economy.
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Bending (Book)
Dennis Smith
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Covers all of the bending techniques that you've ever heard and
some that you never knew existed! Learn about fearless wide bends,
quantized bending, rubber guitar, microtonal bending and more. It
also includes a section on whammy bar techniques.
This title was first published in 1983.
Civilized Rebels compares in depth four very well-known literary
and political figures, who all opposed arrogant regimes and became
prisoners. Through comparative biographies of Oscar Wilde, Jean
Amery, Nelson Mandela and Aung San Suu Kyi, it explores the
long-term process of the retreat of the West from global power
since the late nineteenth century, relating this to the decline and
fall of the British Empire and the trauma surrounding Brexit.
Drawing on rich empirical materials to examine themes of forced
displacement, war, poverty, imprisonment and the threat of
humiliation, the book reveals how these highly civilized rebels
penetrated their opponents' mind-sets, while also providing a
sophisticated analysis of how their struggles fitted into the
larger world picture. Methodologically and theoretically
innovative, and written in a lively and accessible style, Civilized
Rebels will appeal to scholars across a range of disciplines, with
interests in globalization, historical international relations,
postcolonial and subaltern studies, comparative biographical
studies, European studies, the sociology of emotions and historical
sociology.
First published in 1982, this study explores the dynamics of class
formation during the vital decades between 1830 and 1914, when a
rising urban industrial order was developing in complex
interdependence with a declining rural agrarian order. The book
follows the divergent paths of two cities - Birmingham and
Sheffield - in their social development. These paths reflect the
complex process of conflict and compromise as the 'old' order was
gradually replaced by the 'new'. It studies in detail many aspects
of social life that were affected by these changes such as
education, public administration, political structures, public
administration, religion, the professions, popular culture and
family. This book will be of interest to those studying Victorian
history and sociology.
This title was first published in 1983.
First published in 1982, this study explores the dynamics of class
formation during the vital decades between 1830 and 1914, when a
rising urban industrial order was developing in complex
interdependence with a declining rural agrarian order. The book
follows the divergent paths of two cities - Birmingham and
Sheffield - in their social development. These paths reflect the
complex process of conflict and compromise as the 'old' order was
gradually replaced by the 'new'. It studies in detail many aspects
of social life that were affected by these changes such as
education, public administration, political structures, public
administration, religion, the professions, popular culture and
family. This book will be of interest to those studying Victorian
history and sociology.
This is a survey of the careers of the twenty-two Afro-Americans
who served in Congress during and immediately after reconstruction
and an evaluation of their achievements. Smith has drawn a vivid
account of the lives and influence of these black leaders. The
campaigns and elections of these congressmen are individually
detailed, and their stories previous to and following their terms
in Congress are briefly sketched. Originally published in 1940. A
UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the
latest in digital technology to make available again books from our
distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These
editions are published unaltered from the original, and are
presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both
historical and cultural value.
Civilized Rebels compares in depth four very well-known literary
and political figures, who all opposed arrogant regimes and became
prisoners. Through comparative biographies of Oscar Wilde, Jean
Amery, Nelson Mandela and Aung San Suu Kyi, it explores the
long-term process of the retreat of the West from global power
since the late nineteenth century, relating this to the decline and
fall of the British Empire and the trauma surrounding Brexit.
Drawing on rich empirical materials to examine themes of forced
displacement, war, poverty, imprisonment and the threat of
humiliation, the book reveals how these highly civilized rebels
penetrated their opponents' mind-sets, while also providing a
sophisticated analysis of how their struggles fitted into the
larger world picture. Methodologically and theoretically
innovative, and written in a lively and accessible style, Civilized
Rebels will appeal to scholars across a range of disciplines, with
interests in globalization, historical international relations,
postcolonial and subaltern studies, comparative biographical
studies, European studies, the sociology of emotions and historical
sociology.
Also Available as an eBook Friendship• Love• Fear• Death• Here, back in print at last, is Dennis Smith's American classic: a searing vision of urban American through the eyes of a silent hero, a New York City fireman stationed in the South Bronx. Report From Engine Co. 82 This could be the night reads the sign above the firehouse door. And, indeed, with the introspection of a man prepared to face death with every alarm bell, Dennis Smith turns his observant eye upon the lives he unflinchingly places before his own. From his bawdy and brave fellow firefighters, to the hopeful, hateful, beautiful, and beleaguered residents of the poverty-stricken district where he works, this is the compelling human story of the most brutalizing-and most rewarding-profession in the country. Now reissued with a new introduction by the author, Report From Engine Co. 82 is a tense, violent, poignantly written account from the front lines...where fire illuminates a battered city and heroes are made of ordinary men. An Alternate Selection of Book-of-the-Month Club®
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First In, Last Out (Paperback)
John Salka; Introduction by Barret Neville, Dennis Smith
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What does it take to lead people into a burning building? How do
the leaders of the New York City Fire Department develop so much
loyalty, trust, and grace under pressure that their subordinates
will risk their very lives for them?
As a high-ranking officer of the FDNY, John Salka is an expert
at both practicing and teaching high-stakes leadership. In First
In, Last Out, he explains the department's unique strategies and
how they can be adopted by leaders in any field--as
he has taught them to organizations around the country. In a
tough-talking, no-nonsense style, Salka uses real-world stories to
convey leadership imperatives such as: first in, last out--your
people need to see you taking the biggest risk, as the first one
toenter the danger zone and the last to leavemanage change--the
fire you fought yesterday is not the one you'll be fighting
tomorrowcommunicate aggressively--a working radio is worth more
than 20,000 gallons of watercreate an execution culture--focus your
people on the flames, not the smokecommit to reality--never allow
the way you would like things to be to color how things aredevelop
your people--let them feel a little heat today or they'll get
burned tomorrow
Illustrated by harrowing real-life situations, the principles in
First In, Last Out will help managers become more confident,
coherent, and commanding.
On the web: http: //www.firstinleadership.com
Offering a fascinating survey of Norbert Elias's life and writings, Dennis Smith traces the growth of his reputation. He is the first author to confront Elias's work with the contrasting theories of Talcott Parsons, Hannah Arendt, Michel Foucault and Zygmunt Bauman. He also illustrates how Elias's insights can be applied to understand Western modernity and social and political change. Smith shows why Elias is important for sociology, but he is also clear sighted about the limitations of Elias's approach.
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Take and Read (Paperback)
Paul G. Doerksen; Foreword by Denny Smith
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Take and Read (Hardcover)
Paul G. Doerksen; Foreword by Denny Smith
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Standing for the Red, White and Blue is a unique children's
non-fiction book that promotes humanitarianism and compassion for
the victims of hurricane Katrina. It is an enriching story about
children who attend Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in
Willingboro, New Jersey. During this positive experience, the
children gathered to form a human flag, symbolizing that we stand
behind the colors of our flag and everything that it represents.
Standing for the Red, White and Blue re-tells our efforts to raise
money for the victims. Each child brought in one dollar to
participate in the human flag. The money that was raised through
this very special fund raising event was then given to the American
Red Cross to benefit the hurricane Katrina victims. The book
teaches children that during a crisis, we are humanitarians and we
will do all that we can to assist those in need. Standing for the
Red, White and Blue serves as a reminder that a natural catastrophe
can occur at anytime. We must stand up as citizens of The United
States of America and come together as one. We must always remember
to stand behind our flag and what it represents. This extraordinary
book is a necessity for every classroom and home library.
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