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This unique book examines the vital and contested connections
between colonialism and tourism, which are as lively and charged
today as ever before. Demonstrating how much of the marketing of
these destinations represents the constant renewal of colonialism
in the tourism business, this book illustrates how actors in the
worldwide tourism industry continue to benefit from the colonial
roots of globalisation. This interdisciplinary book focuses on the
relationships between tourism, colonialism and place, in both
historical and contemporary periods. Chapters explore cases of
tourism and colonialism in locations across the globe, from
colonial Korea and French Indochina, to colonial Australia, U.S
Tourism in the British West Indies, heritage tourism in Mozambique,
and city branding in Dunedin. Expert contributors analyse the
motivations and impacts of colonial tourism, investigating such
diverse topics as the Chinese tourist rush to Taiwan, issues of
displacement at wildlife sites in Zimbabwe, the impact of tourism
on Indigenous peoples in Hawaii and the pursuit of Macanese
identity and re-colonisation. Excavating the range and diversity of
colonialism at work in tourism across a wide variety of global
destinations, Colonialism, Tourism and Place will be an
illuminating read for students and scholars interested in tourism
and development, heritage studies, and social, cultural and human
geography.
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Another collection of episodes from the CGI-animated show for
children featuring the vocal talents of David Tennant and Sophie
Aldred. Tom Powers (voice of Aldred) seems like an average
eight-year-old boy. However, Tom has made an incredible discovery.
In the woodland near his house is a special tree that houses
Treetopolis, a city inside a tree trunk that he is able to access
as a miniature version of himself and interact with the weird and
wonderful small creatures of the forest. These include Twigs
(Tennant), an acorn sprite, and Zigzoo (Tim Whitnall) the frog.
For those teachers with little or no music background and seasoned
professionals who just don't have time to gather lesson plans, the
This Is Music! series is exactly what they need to teach music in a
classroom setting! Incredibly easy to use; Eight lessons in each
book; Reproducible pages make easy take-home assignments; No
singing ability required - all music is on the CDs!
This book provokes fresh ways of thinking about small developing
States within the transnational legal order for combating money
laundering and the financing of terrorism and proliferation
(TAMLO). From the global wars on drugs and terror to journalistic
exposes such as the 'Paradise', 'Panama' and 'Pandora' Papers, the
Commonwealth Caribbean has been discursively stigmatised as a
mythical island paradise of 'rogue' States. Not infrequently, their
exercise of regulatory self-determination has been presented as the
selling of their economic sovereignty to facilitate shady business
deals and illicit finance from high-net-worth individuals,
kleptocrats, tax-dodgers, organised crime networks and terrorist
financiers. This book challenges conventional wisdom that
Commonwealth Caribbean States are among the 'weakest links' within
the global ecosystem to counter illicit finance. It achieves this
by unmasking latent interests, and problematising coercive
extraterritorial regulatory and surveillance practices, along the
onshore/offshore and Global North/South axes. Interdisciplinary in
its outlook, the book will appeal to policymakers, regulatory and
supervisory authorities, academics and students concerned with
better understanding legal and development policy issues related to
risk-based regulatory governance of illicit finance. The book also
provides an interesting exposition of substantive legal and policy
issues arising from money laundering related to corruption and
politically exposed persons, offshore finance, and offshore
Internet gambling services.
Despite remarkable advances in astronomy, space research, and
related technology since the first edition of this book was
published, the philosophy of the prior editions has remained the
same throughout. However, because of this progress, there is a need
to update the information and present the new findings. In the
fourth edition of Astronomy: Principles and Practice, much like the
previous editions, the celebrated authors give a comprehensive and
systematic treatment to the theories of astronomy. This reference
furthers your study of astronomy by presenting the basic software
and hardware, providing several straightforward mathematical tools,
and discussing some simple physical processes that are either
involved in the astronomer's tools of trade or concerned in the
mechanisms associated with astronomical bodies. The first six
chapters introduce the simple observations that can be made by the
eye as well as discuss how such observations were interpreted by
previous civilizations. The next several chapters examine the
interpretation of positional measurements and the basic principles
of celestial mechanics. The authors then explore radiation, optical
telescopes, and radio and high-energy technologies. They conclude
with practical projects and exercises. New to the Fourth Edition:
Revised values such as the obliquity of the ecliptic Expanded
material that is devoted to new astronomies and techniques such as
optical data recording A listing of Web sites that offer
information on relevant astronomical events Revised and expanded,
this edition continues to offer vital information about the
fundamentals of astronomy. Astronomy: Principles and Practice,
Fourth Edition satisfies the need of anyone who has a strong desire
to understand the philosophy and applications of the science of
astronomy.
Despite remarkable advances in astronomy, space research, and
related technology since the first edition of this book was
published, the philosophy of the prior editions has remained the
same throughout. However, because of this progress, there is a need
to update the information and present the new findings. In the
fourth edition of Astronomy: Principles and Practice, much like the
previous editions, the celebrated authors give a comprehensive and
systematic treatment to the theories of astronomy.
This reference furthers your study of astronomy by presenting the
basic software and hardware, providing several straightforward
mathematical tools, and discussing some simple physical processes
that are either involved in the astronomer's tools of trade or
concerned in the mechanisms associated with astronomical bodies.
The first six chapters introduce the simple observations that can
be made by the eye as well as discuss how such observations were
interpreted by previous civilizations. The next several chapters
examine the interpretation of positional measurements and the basic
principles of celestial mechanics. The authors then explore
radiation, optical telescopes, and radio and high-energy
technologies. They conclude with practical projects and exercises.
New to the Fourth Edition:
Revised values such as the obliquity of the ecliptic
Expanded material that is devoted to new astronomies and techniques
such as optical data recording
A listing of Web sites that offer information on relevant
astronomical events
Revised and expanded, this edition continues to offer vital
information about the fundamentals of astronomy. Astronomy:
Principles and Practice, Fourth Edition satisfies the need of
anyone who has a strong desire to understand the philosophy and
applications of the science of astronomy.
First published in 1985, Practical Inferences describes how
practical inferences are used. Starting with relatively simple
inference patterns exhibited in everyday prudential decisions, the
author extends a basic structural framework to the more complex
inferences used in assessing probabilities, and finally to moral
inferences. In this way what have been regarded as disparate
activities are shown to exhibit fundamental similarities. The
author argues that at all levels of decision-making the practical
inferences used contain at least one premise expressing the desires
or preferences of the agent. This is in opposition to the dominant
view in Western philosophy that desires must be regulated or
evaluated by means of principles of conduct discovered by rational
procedures. By examining the premises implied by holders of this
view, the author shows that they are inadequate bases for
justifying practical decisions. This book will be of interest to
students of philosophy, logic and mathematics.
Fuzzy social choice theory is useful for modeling the uncertainty
and imprecision prevalent in social life yet it has been scarcely
applied and studied in the social sciences. Filling this gap,
Application of Fuzzy Logic to Social Choice Theory provides a
comprehensive study of fuzzy social choice theory. The book
explains the concept of a fuzzy maximal subset of a set of
alternatives, fuzzy choice functions, the factorization of a fuzzy
preference relation into the "union" (conorm) of a strict fuzzy
relation and an indifference operator, fuzzy non-Arrowian results,
fuzzy versions of Arrow's theorem, and Black's median voter theorem
for fuzzy preferences. It examines how unambiguous and exact
choices are generated by fuzzy preferences and whether exact
choices induced by fuzzy preferences satisfy certain plausible
rationality relations. The authors also extend known Arrowian
results involving fuzzy set theory to results involving
intuitionistic fuzzy sets as well as the Gibbard-Satterthwaite
theorem to the case of fuzzy weak preference relations. The final
chapter discusses Georgescu's degree of similarity of two fuzzy
choice functions.
This book addresses a number of controversies in political economy
of political support in three Anglo-American polities-Canada, Great
Britain, and the United States. It addresses a range of theoretical
issues concerning which variables properly belong in political
economy models.
The War of 1812 ranged over a remarkably large territory, as the
fledgling United States battled Great Britain at sea and on land
across what is now the eastern half of the U.S. and Canada. Native
people and the Spanish were also involved in the war's interrelated
conflicts. Often overlooked, the War of 1812 has been the subject
of an explosion of new research over the past twenty-five years.
The Routledge Handbook of the War of 1812 brings together the
insights of this research through an array of fresh essays by
leading scholars in the field, offering an overview of current
understandings of the war that will be a vital reference for
students and researchers alike. The essays in this volume examine a
wide range of military, political, social, and cultural dimensions
of the war. With full consideration given to American, Canadian,
British, and native viewpoints, the international group of
contributors place the war in national and international context,
chart the course of events in its different theaters, consider the
war's legacy and commemoration, and examine the roles of women,
African Americans, and natives. Capturing the state of the field in
a single volume, this handbook is a must-have resource for anyone
with an interest in early America.
Alexander III was one of the most important popes of the Middle
Ages and his papacy (1159-81) marked a significant watershed in the
history of the Western Church and society. This book provides a
long overdue reassessment of his papacy and his achievements,
bringing together thirteen essays which review existing scholarship
and present the latest research and new perspectives. Individual
chapters cover topics such as Alexander's many contributions to the
law of the Church, which had a major impact upon Western society,
notably on marriage, his relations with Byzantium, and the
extension of papal authority at the peripheries of the West, in
Spain, Northern Europe and the Holy Land. But dominant are the
major clashes between secular and spiritual authority: the
confrontation between Henry II of England and Thomas Becket after
which Alexander eventually secured the king's co-operation and the
pope's eighteen-year conflict with the German emperor, Frederick I.
Both the papacy and the Western Church emerged as stronger
institutions from this struggle, largely owing to Alexander's
leadership and resilience: he truly mastered the art of survival.
Alexander III was one of the most important popes of the Middle
Ages and his papacy (1159-81) marked a significant watershed in the
history of the Western Church and society. This book provides a
long overdue reassessment of his papacy and his achievements,
bringing together thirteen essays which review existing scholarship
and present the latest research and new perspectives. Individual
chapters cover topics such as Alexander's many contributions to the
law of the Church, which had a major impact upon Western society,
notably on marriage, his relations with Byzantium, and the
extension of papal authority at the peripheries of the West, in
Spain, Northern Europe and the Holy Land. But dominant are the
major clashes between secular and spiritual authority: the
confrontation between Henry II of England and Thomas Becket after
which Alexander eventually secured the king's co-operation and the
pope's eighteen-year conflict with the German emperor, Frederick I.
Both the papacy and the Western Church emerged as stronger
institutions from this struggle, largely owing to Alexander's
leadership and resilience: he truly mastered the art of survival.
This book addresses a number of controversies in political economy
of political support in three Anglo-American polities-Canada, Great
Britain, and the United States. It addresses a range of theoretical
issues concerning which variables properly belong in political
economy models.
Can qualitative and quantitative methods be combined effectively in psychology? What are the practical and theoretical issues involved? Should different criteria be used to judge qualitative and quantitative research? The acceptance of qualitative research methods in psychology has lead to a split between qualitative and quantitative methods and has raised questions about how best to assess the validity of research practice. While the two approaches have traditionally been seen as competing paradigms, more recently, researchers have begun to argue that the divide is artificial. Mixing Methods in Psychology looks in detail at the problems involved in attempting to reconcile qualitative and quantitative methods both within and across subjects. All angles of the debate are discussed, covering areas as diverse as health, education, social, clinical and economic psychology. The contributors, who are some of the leading figures in the field, present theoretical and methodological guidance as well as practical examples of how quantitative and qualitative methods can be fruitfully combined. By aiming to bridge the gap between the two methods, this book reveals how each can inform the other to produce more accurate theories and models of human behaviour. This ground-breaking text will be essential reading for students and researchers wishing to combine methods, or for anyone who simply wants to get a better understanding of the debate.
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Globalization is one of the most politically charged issues of our
time. This book aims to bridge the divide between its advocates and
its critics, but, rather than trying to find middle ground, the
author looks at globalization through the lens of poor people and
poor countries, arguing for a different management of global
changes that ensures everyone a share in its opportunities. His is
a call for ethical globalization. An influential and globalizing
civil society has a great opportunity to be a critical player - but
this could be a brief window. Its advocacy largely pillories
deficiencies in the system instead of promoting viable
alternatives. The author seeks to change this by applying his
experience from both sides of the ideological divide - working with
NGOs, governments and the World Bank - to analyse the system's
faults and suggest a fresh framework for transforming global
relations and redressing injustices.
'Informative and useful.' Development and Change Until recently,
most civil society organizations (CSOs) operated at national or
local levels. However, new global organizations and networks are
increasingly emerging. This book examines what CSOs can achieve,
and the barriers they face, when they break national boundaries and
sectoral moulds and work with others in global networks. A series
of case studies of CSO initiatives reveal how transnational action
can yield impressive results in changing policies and public
attitudes. The diverse range of CSOs studied includes consumer
groups, trade unions, the anti-globalization protest movement, the
World Social Forum, Jubilee 2000 and others. All reveal a
remarkably similar array of practical challenges, from structure
and leadership issues to governance dilemmas. The book offers
practical guidance to those engaged with CSOs and contributes to
academic enquiry about civil society.
'Informative and useful.'Development and ChangeUntil recently, most
civil society organizations (CSOs) operated at national or local
levels. However, new global organizations and networks are
increasingly emerging. This book examines what CSOs can achieve,
and the barriers they face, when they break national boundaries and
sectoral moulds and work with others in global networks. A series
of case studies of CSO initiatives reveal how transnational action
can yield impressive results in changing policies and public
attitudes. The diverse range of CSOs studied includes consumer
groups, trade unions, the anti-globalization protest movement, the
World Social Forum, Jubilee 2000 and others. All reveal a
remarkably similar array of practical challenges, from structure
and leadership issues to governance dilemmas. The book offers
practical guidance to those engaged with CSOs and contributes to
academic enquiry about civil society.
This book makes the case that several East Central European
countries have emerged as fully consolidated democracies. As such,
they may be integrated into the mainstream of political science
research, and not consigned forever to a transitional category
encompassing countries that are now fully democracies as well as
some that are not democratic at all. The author outlines the steps
of another transition -- from post-communist studies to political
science research. He demonstrates, for example, how
institutionalist, or rational choice, theories can be applied to
the analysis of political processes in the successfully
democratized countries, and proposes a new research agenda for
political scientists studying the region. The results of this work
can enrich political science as well as our understanding of both
democracy and the polities of contemporary Eastern Europe.
Fuzzy social choice theory is useful for modeling the uncertainty
and imprecision prevalent in social life yet it has been scarcely
applied and studied in the social sciences. Filling this gap,
Application of Fuzzy Logic to Social Choice Theory provides a
comprehensive study of fuzzy social choice theory. The book
explains the concept of a fuzzy maximal subset of a set of
alternatives, fuzzy choice functions, the factorization of a fuzzy
preference relation into the "union" (conorm) of a strict fuzzy
relation and an indifference operator, fuzzy non-Arrowian results,
fuzzy versions of Arrow's theorem, and Black's median voter theorem
for fuzzy preferences. It examines how unambiguous and exact
choices are generated by fuzzy preferences and whether exact
choices induced by fuzzy preferences satisfy certain plausible
rationality relations. The authors also extend known Arrowian
results involving fuzzy set theory to results involving
intuitionistic fuzzy sets as well as the Gibbard-Satterthwaite
theorem to the case of fuzzy weak preference relations. The final
chapter discusses Georgescu's degree of similarity of two fuzzy
choice functions.
This book makes the case that several East Central European
countries have emerged as fully consolidated democracies. As such,
they may be integrated into the mainstream of political science
research, and not consigned forever to a transitional category
encompassing countries that are now fully democracies as well as
some that are not democratic at all. The author outlines the steps
of another transition -- from post-communist studies to political
science research. He demonstrates, for example, how
institutionalist, or rational choice, theories can be applied to
the analysis of political processes in the successfully
democratized countries, and proposes a new research agenda for
political scientists studying the region. The results of this work
can enrich political science as well as our understanding of both
democracy and the polities of contemporary Eastern Europe.
Celebrate international sportsmanship with Winter Games Mad
Libs(R) With everything from bobsledding to figure skating, Winter
Games Mad Libs(R) is jam-packed with hours of fun Who knew Phil N.
DeBlanks was such an all-around athlete?
This volume examines the ways in which the socio-economic elites of
the region have transformed and expanded the material bases of
their power from the inception of neo-liberal policies in the 1970s
through to the so-called progressive 'pink tide' governments of the
past two decades. The six case study chapters-on Chile, Brazil,
Ecuador, Colombia, El Salvador, and Guatemala-variously explore how
state policies and even United Nations peace-keeping missions have
enhanced elite control of land and agricultural exports, banks and
insurance companies, wholesale and import commerce, industrial
activities, and alliances with foreign capital. Chapters also pay
attention to the ways in which violence has been deployed to
maintain elite power, and how international forces feed into
sustaining historic and contemporary configurations of power.
This book explores the extent to which fuzzy set logic can overcome
some of the shortcomings of public choice theory, particularly its
inability to provide adequate predictive power in empirical
studies. Especially in the case of social preferences, public
choice theory has failed to produce the set of alternatives from
which collective choices are made. The book presents empirical
findings achieved by the authors in their efforts to predict the
outcome of government formation processes in European parliamentary
and semi-presidential systems. Using data from the
Comparative Manifesto Project (CMP), the authors propose a new
approach that reinterprets error in the coding of CMP data as
ambiguity in the actual political positions of parties on the
policy dimensions being coded. The range of this error establishes
parties’ fuzzy preferences. The set of possible outcomes in the
process of government formation is then calculated on the basis of
both the fuzzy Pareto set and the fuzzy maximal set, and the
predictions are compared with those made by two conventional
approaches as well as with the government that was actually formed.
The comparison shows that, in most cases, the fuzzy approaches
outperform their conventional counterparts.
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