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Among numerous ancient Western tropes about gender and procreation,
"the seed and the soil" is arguably the oldest, most potent, and
most invisible in its apparent naturalness. The Gender Vendors
denaturalizes this proto-theory of procreation and deconstructs its
contemporary legacy. As metaphor for gender and procreation,
seed-and-soil constructs the father as the sole generating parent
and the mother as nurturing medium, like soil, for the man's
seed-child. In other words, men give life; women merely give birth.
The Gender Vendors examines seed-and-soil in the context of the
psychology of gender, honor and chastity codes, female genital
mutilation, the taboo on male femininity, femiphobia (the fear of
being feminine or feminized), sexual violence, institutionalized
abuse, the early modern witch hunts, the medicalization and
criminalization of gender nonconformity, and campaigns against
women's rights. The examination is structured around particular
watersheds in the history of seed-and-soil, for example, Genesis,
ancient Greece, early Christianity, the medieval Church, the early
modern European witch hunts, and the campaigns of the nineteenth
and twentieth centuries against women's suffrage and education. The
neglected story of seed-and-soil matters to everyone who cares
about gender equality and why it is taking so long to achieve.
Among numerous ancient Western tropes about gender and procreation,
"the seed and the soil" is arguably the oldest, most potent, and
most invisible in its apparent naturalness. The Gender Vendors
denaturalizes this proto-theory of procreation and deconstructs its
contemporary legacy. As metaphor for gender and procreation,
seed-and-soil constructs the father as the sole generating parent
and the mother as nurturing medium, like soil, for the man's
seed-child. In other words, men give life; women merely give birth.
The Gender Vendors examines seed-and-soil in the context of the
psychology of gender, honor and chastity codes, female genital
mutilation, the taboo on male femininity, femiphobia (the fear of
being feminine or feminized), sexual violence, institutionalized
abuse, the early modern witch hunts, the medicalization and
criminalization of gender nonconformity, and campaigns against
women's rights. The examination is structured around particular
watersheds in the history of seed-and-soil, for example, Genesis,
ancient Greece, early Christianity, the medieval Church, the early
modern European witch hunts, and the campaigns of the nineteenth
and twentieth centuries against women's suffrage and education. The
neglected story of seed-and-soil matters to everyone who cares
about gender equality and why it is taking so long to achieve.
The power of the popular press presents all modern societies with
difficulties. It is, however, a problem with a history: the hold of
the press over public opinion was debated with urgency throughout
the 19th century. This book looks at the ways in which individuals,
pressure groups, political organisations and the state sought to
understand the mass communications media of the 19th century, and
use them to influence public opinion and effect moral and social
reform. Aled Jones addresses the problem by using three approaches:
first he considers the 19th century theories of the influence of
communications media on patterns of social thought and behaviour;
then he examines attitudes towards the press in both high and
popular culture; finally he explores the social and intellectual
world of the reader, the consumer both of the press as a commodity
and of the hidden moral strategies that were built into it. The
tensions between Victorian moral imperatives and the operation of
the free commercial market raised issues of great public concern,
such as whether the mass media should be under private or public
control. These tensions have dominated the way in which Britain and
other western societies have thought about the newer broadcasting
media, but their origins are older and more complex than studies of
contemporary media acknowledge.
The power of the popular press presents all modern societies with
difficulties. It is, however, a problem with a history: the hold of
the press over public opinion was debated with urgency throughout
the 19th century. This book looks at the ways in which individuals,
pressure groups, political organisations and the state sought to
understand the mass communications media of the 19th century, and
use them to influence public opinion and effect moral and social
reform. Aled Jones addresses the problem by using three approaches:
first he considers the 19th century theories of the influence of
communications media on patterns of social thought and behaviour;
then he examines attitudes towards the press in both high and
popular culture; finally he explores the social and intellectual
world of the reader, the consumer both of the press as a commodity
and of the hidden moral strategies that were built into it. The
tensions between Victorian moral imperatives and the operation of
the free commercial market raised issues of great public concern,
such as whether the mass media should be under private or public
control. These tensions have dominated the way in which Britain and
other western societies have thought about the newer broadcasting
media, but their origins are older and more complex than studies of
contemporary media acknowledge.
This book presents a new and innovative approach to understanding
the dynamics of international climate change negotiations using
India as a focal point. The authors consider India's negotiating
position at multilateral climate negotiations and its focus on the
notion of 'equity' and its new avatar 'climate justice'. This book
delves into the media's representation of India as a rural economy,
a rising industrial power, a developing country, a member of the 5
emerging economies (BRICS), and a country with severe resource
security issues, in order to examine the diverse and at time
divergent narratives on India's national identity in the context of
policy formulation. Those researching such diverse fields as
international development, politics, economics, climate change, and
international law will find this book offers useful insights into
the motivations and drivers of a nation's response to climate
change imperatives.
With substantial risks arising from resource constraints on global
growth, serious questions are being posed about how a scarcity of
finite resources may impact global social and political fragility.
The research which forms the core of this book focuses on how this
scarcity will impact the financial sector, especially through
insurance, pension and banking activities. The UK finance sector,
which is considered to be amongst the most globalised, is placed
under the microscope, and its approaches to food and oil are
particularly noteworthy. Interviews with senior financial experts
are analysed alongside more traditional quantitative economic
analysis to explore potential future impacts, the scope of natural
resource constraints and their impact on the economy.
This book presents a new and innovative approach to understanding
the dynamics of international climate change negotiations using
India as a focal point. The authors consider India's negotiating
position at multilateral climate negotiations and its focus on the
notion of 'equity' and its new avatar 'climate justice'. This book
delves into the media's representation of India as a rural economy,
a rising industrial power, a developing country, a member of the 5
emerging economies (BRICS), and a country with severe resource
security issues, in order to examine the diverse and at time
divergent narratives on India's national identity in the context of
policy formulation. Those researching such diverse fields as
international development, politics, economics, climate change, and
international law will find this book offers useful insights into
the motivations and drivers of a nation's response to climate
change imperatives.
Daily life is so busy that it's hard to see the wood for the trees.
Take a few minutes each day to ponder a nugget of wisdom chosen
especially for you by singer and presenter Aled Jones. Aled's faith
in God has sustained him all his life -- it is a God that speaks
and exists through all things, times and places. Drawing on
spritual wisdom across the ages, from ancient times to the modern
day, as well as across diverse cultures, Aled has compiled a daily
reader that will help ground and inspire you each day of the year.
The year is divided up into monthly themes, ranging from New
Beginnings, to treasuring the little things in life and the power
of a smile. Charming line drawing illustrations decorate the page
and journalling space allows the reader to respond to what they are
reading by either making notes or with a drawing of their own. A
book that's perfect as a gift for mum or dad, it is perfect to dip
in and out of during the year and will be a favourite treasure
trove of wisdom for all who love watching Aled on BBC TV or listen
to his inspiring show on Classic FM. Complied by the singer Aled
Jones, this book is a compilation of blessings to read throughout
the year. Each page is illustrated with a quote to bring you joy
and peace everyday.
Probably one of the most fashionable areas in the physical sciences today, 'Soft Condensed Matter' provides an excellent introduction to the topic, and includes colloids, polymers, liquid crystals, and amphiphiles. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students of physics, chemistry, materials science and chemical engineering.
Spring Term is here and if Bobby Dean thought his adventures were
over, he couldn't be more wrong! He's going to have to deal with a
giant Easter Bunny, an evil wizard, and a trip to the zoo - and
what is the story behind the strange golden egg? But massive news
then comes in and Bobby Dean needs to rescue the school, and his
home, from demolition! With the help of his new pal, Noel the
mouse, his fantastic gang of friends, and the magic of his voice,
Bobby is in for another rollercoaster ride of a school term!
Property Value Maximizer: Tips & Secrets from America's Top
Real Estate & Home Improvement Professionals is for homeowners
who are looking to sell their home and get the maximum asking
price, as well as for homeowners who want to protect their
investment and stabilize its value against the volatile real estate
market. In the chapters that follow, you will gain insights and
highly valuable information, from a diverse range of real estate
and home improvement professionals. These professionals are going
to arm you with the knowledge that you need to protect and optimize
the value of your property, relative to other homes in your market.
We're confident that you will enjoy the interviews that follow.
Upon completion of this book, you will have an almost unfair
advantage over most homeowners, who think that they have no control
over how to protect the value of their home. After reading this
book, you will realize how much is directly within your control
Meet Bobby: an ordinary kid with an extraordinary voice! Sent off
to school for the first time in his life, nine-year-old Bobby Dean
is busy making new friends, learning lines for the Nativity Play,
and trying to not laugh at the head teacher's terrible jokes. But
then Bobby Dean discovers that when he sings magical things can
happen! From rescuing kidnapped dogs, helping Santa, and even
travelling back in time - Bobby Dean's first term is going to be
one full of wonder, adventure, and the magic of song! Bobby Dean
Saves Christmas is a magical and fun packed adventure for kids
highlighting the importance of friendship, loyalty, accepting
differences and above all being yourself it is perfect to be read
aloud or for children to read alone. 'A book full of music, magic
& heart' - Dawn French 'A wonderful story! I could hear the
music ringing in my ears!' - Amanda Holden 'A magical book about a
magical voice from an author who knows exactly how it feels!' -
Alan Titchmarsh
You have probably noticed that life is an unavoidable journey with
its smooth and rugged pathway breaking into a number of avenues.
How does one make the choices that result in happiness and the
fulfillment of one's potential? Find out in Valley To Mountain Top.
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