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Introduction To Data Science (Hardcover): Gaoyan Ou, Zhanxing Zhu, Bin Dong, Weinan E Introduction To Data Science (Hardcover)
Gaoyan Ou, Zhanxing Zhu, Bin Dong, Weinan E; Translated by Binyang Li, …
R4,034 Discovery Miles 40 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The book systematically introduces the basic contents of data science, including data preprocessing and basic methods of data analysis, handling special problems (e.g. text analysis), deep learning, and distributed systems.In addition to systematically introducing the basic content of data science from a theoretical point of view, the book also provides a large number of data analysis practice cases.

Competitiveness Of Nations 2, The: Government Policies And Business Strategies For Environment, Social, And Governance (Esg)... Competitiveness Of Nations 2, The: Government Policies And Business Strategies For Environment, Social, And Governance (Esg) (Hardcover)
Dong-Sung Cho, Hwy-Chang. Moon
R3,768 Discovery Miles 37 680 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

As countries around the world seek to enhance their economies while facing the challenges of climate change and income inequality, national competitiveness is an important marker of the related strengths and weaknesses that policymakers will need to address. Among the existing reports on national competitiveness and rankings, such as IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook and WEF Global Competitiveness Report, there are sizable discrepancies in the ranking order for the same countries. As a result, confusion arises as such an outcome creates difficulties for government officials when translating these findings into real-world policies.The reality is that these discrepancies are due to the differences in logic and analytical models used by IMD and WEF. Therefore, in recognizing such problems and limitations, The Competitiveness of Nations 2 presents the IPS model as a new approach. Building on from Michael Porter's diamond model, it demonstrates a robust set of methodologies as well as offers several key policy implications for economies around the world that wish to enhance their competitiveness.The analytical tools used in this book can be further utilized for other units of analysis such as industries and individual firms. As this book provides a series of sophisticated methodologies and specific guidelines for enhancing national competitiveness, both academics and practitioners can derive useful implications.This annual book series was launched in 2021 and has included timely topics and in-depth discussion on national competitiveness. The first edition dealt with the COVID-19 global pandemic and the US-China trade war as its key focus. For this second edition, the Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) issue has been selected given its growing impact on strategic decision-making at both firm and economic levels for sustainable competitiveness. This edition explores the development of ESG in various regions including Asia (Japan, Korea, India), Europe (Russia), Latin America (Peru), and Africa (Sub-Saharan Africa). It addresses how firms can contribute to ESG, and what governments should do to incentivize or regulate firms' engagement in its practices.

Modernization Of China's Agricultural Production Organizations (Hardcover): Cao Yang Modernization Of China's Agricultural Production Organizations (Hardcover)
Cao Yang; Translated by Ming Dong, Xue Li
R4,589 Discovery Miles 45 890 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book constructs a new theoretical framework for understanding contemporary Chinese agricultural production organizations from the perspective of promoting farmers' realization of 'substantial freedom' and 'feasible ability'. The new theoretical framework deepens and expands the theory of agricultural modernization and production organizations. The book discusses the 'multi-symbiosis' pattern of agricultural production organizations in contemporary China from macro and micro economics perspectives. Based on the peasant household economy, this multi-symbiosis organizational structure co-exists and interweaves with various forms of economic organizations. The book points out that this multi-symbiosis organizational structure is the result of free choice of the majority of farmers since the 'reform' and 'opening-up'; in turn, it also provides a broader organizational and institutional space for farmers' diversified choices. The book predicts that China's agricultural production organization networking will gradually move towards networking based on diversification and also form networked organization groups.

Our World: China: Songju Ma Daemicke Our World: China
Songju Ma Daemicke; Illustrated by Jam Dong
R227 Discovery Miles 2 270 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Nǐ hǎo! Let's spend a day in China! Fly kites in the square, buy sweet lychee at the market and go paddle boating at the lake. Author Songju Ma Daemicke and illustrator Jam Dong draw on their personal experiences growing up in China to create this appealing board book as part of the Our World Series for very young readers.

My First Haircut: Yang Dong My First Haircut
Yang Dong
R265 R212 Discovery Miles 2 120 Save R53 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

First haircut? No problem! With this playful board book in tow, little ones getting a trim will feel at ease and amused! Contrary to popular belief, a toddler's first haircut can actually be fun! (And every hair-washing, too!) This interactive board book featuring die-cuts across each illustrated spread for fingers to "wash," "cut," and "comb" hair introduces the youngest readers to haircare in a clever and comforting way. TOTAL TODDLER APPEAL: Simple text and accessible illustrations are easy to understand and help little ones understand all that goes into getting their first haircut. KIDS' ANXIETY RELIEF: Soothing, fun, and engaging, this book addresses both the practical and emotional aspects of this sometimes-fraught toddler milestone, making it more easily managed and even fun! PARENT/CHILD BONDING: Die-cut holes for fingers on each spread make the haircutting, washing, and combing experience toddler-friendly, welcoming laughter, questions, assurance, and delight. A GREAT GIFT: With a distinctive and irresistible art style and a clever concept, this is a must-have for any family with babies or toddlers. Perfect for: Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for books about hair and haircuts for kids Birthday or milestone gift to prepare for a first haircut Anyone seeking a distinctive, interactive gift for a baby or toddler Fans of interactive board books

Reconciling Divided States - Peace Processes in Ireland and Korea: Dong Jin Kim, David Mitchell Reconciling Divided States - Peace Processes in Ireland and Korea
Dong Jin Kim, David Mitchell
R1,269 Discovery Miles 12 690 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book offers a distinctive perspective on peace processes by comparatively analysing two cases which have rarely been studied in tandem, Ireland and Korea. The volume examines and compares Ireland and Korea as two peace/conflict areas. Despite their differences, both places are marked by a number of overlaid states of division: a political border in a geographical unit (an island and a peninsula); an antagonistic relationship within the population of those territories; an international relationship recovering from past asymmetry and colonialism; and divisions within the main groupings over how to address these relationships. Written by academics and practitioners from Europe and East Asia, and guided by the concepts of peacebuilding and reconciliation, the chapters assess peace efforts at all levels, from the elite to grassroot organisations. Topics discussed include: historical parallels; modern debates over the legacy of the past; contemporary constitutional and security issues; civil society peacebuilding in relation to faith, sport, and women’s activism; and the role of economic assistance. The book brings Ireland and Korea into a rich dialogue which highlights the successes and shortcomings of both peace processes This book will be of interest to students of Peace and Conflict Studies, Irish Politics, Korean Politics, and International Relations.

Making a Semiconductor Superpower - The Seven Engineers from KAIST Who Shaped the Chip Industry: Dong-Won Kim Making a Semiconductor Superpower - The Seven Engineers from KAIST Who Shaped the Chip Industry
Dong-Won Kim
R1,383 Discovery Miles 13 830 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This book provides real stories of the South Korean semiconductor community. It explores the lives and careers of six influential semiconductor engineers who all studied at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) under the mentorship of Dr. Kim Choong-Ki, the most influential semiconductor professor in South Korea during the last quarter of the twentieth century. Kim’s students became known as "Kim’s Mafia" because of the important positions they went on to hold in industry, government, and academia. This book will be of interest to semiconductor engineers and electronics engineers, historians of science and technology, and scholars and students of East Asian studies. "They were called ‘Kim’s Mafia.’ Kim Choong-Ki himself wouldn’t have put it that way. But it was true what semiconductor engineers in South Korea whispered about his former students: They were everywhere. … Kim was the first professor in South Korea to systematically teach semiconductor engineering. From 1975, when the nation had barely begun producing its first transistors, to 2008, when he retired from teaching, Kim trained more than 100 students, effectively creating the first two generations of South Korean semiconductor experts." (Source: IEEE Spectrum, October, 2022.)

A History of the Chinese Language (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Hongyuan Dong A History of the Chinese Language (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Hongyuan Dong
R4,059 Discovery Miles 40 590 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A History of the Chinese Language provides a comprehensive introduction to the historical development of the Chinese language from its Proto-Sino-Tibetan roots in prehistoric times to Modern Standard Chinese. Taking a highly accessible and balanced approach, it presents a chronological survey of the various stages of the Chinese language, covering key aspects such as phonology, syntax, and semantics. The second edition presents a revised and updated version that reflects recent scholarship in Chinese historical linguistics and new developments in related disciplines. Features include: Coverage of the major historical stages in Chinese language development, such as Old Chinese, Middle Chinese, Early Modern Chinese, and Modern Standard Chinese. Treatment of core linguistic aspects of the Chinese language, including phonological changes, grammatical development, lexical evolution, vernacular writing, the Chinese writing system, and Chinese dialects. Inclusion of authentic Chinese texts throughout the book, presented within a rigorous framework of linguistic analysis to help students to build up critical and evaluative skills and acquire valuable cultural knowledge. Integration of materials from different disciplines, such as archaeology, genetics, history, and sociolinguistics, to highlight the cultural and social background of each period of the language. Written by a highly experienced instructor, A History of the Chinese Language will be an essential resource for students of Chinese language and linguistics and for anyone interested in the history and culture of China.

Cross-device Web Search (Paperback): Dan Wu, Jing Dong, Shaobo Liang Cross-device Web Search (Paperback)
Dan Wu, Jing Dong, Shaobo Liang
R1,049 Discovery Miles 10 490 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

1. This is the first book to examine cross-device search behavior. 2. This book will discuss a comprehensive range of behaviors in the context of cross-device search, which includes querying, gazing, clicking and touching. 3. The book will be of great interest to academics and students situated in the fields of library and information science, computer science, and management science. The book should also provide fascinating insights to practitioners, including those working for internet service providers.

Shamrock's Cursed Hoof (Paperback): Daisy Sunshine Shamrock's Cursed Hoof (Paperback)
Daisy Sunshine; Illustrated by Monique Dong
R180 R149 Discovery Miles 1 490 Save R31 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Monetary Policy and Taiwan's Economy (Hardcover): Gerald P. Dwyer Jr., Jin-Lung Lin, Jia-Dong Shea, Chung-Shu Wu Monetary Policy and Taiwan's Economy (Hardcover)
Gerald P. Dwyer Jr., Jin-Lung Lin, Jia-Dong Shea, Chung-Shu Wu
R3,211 Discovery Miles 32 110 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Monetary Policy and Taiwan's Economy questions whether the Asian crisis could have been avoided through the application of recommendations highlighted by the contributors. The conclusion reached is that in an abstract world, perhaps; but in the world in which we live; no. It is argued that the proposals made could certainly contribute to improved policy, albeit effecting marginal improvements rather than ground breaking changes.The contributors demonstrate that proficient monetary policy and banking regulation can be achieved through sound economic analysis that takes into account: monetary aggregates in monetary policy the role of exchange rate policies in the Asian crisis the relationship between the exchange rate, capital flows and central bank intervention similarities between the restructuring of banking systems in Asia and in Eastern Europe following the fall of communism. This book will appeal to academics and researchers of macroeconomics - especially those with a particular interest in monetary theory and policy. Economic analysts, commercial banks, financial institutions and specialists in financial crisis will also find the book to be a fascinating read.

Liar, Dreamer, Thief: Maria Dong Liar, Dreamer, Thief
Maria Dong
R471 R397 Discovery Miles 3 970 Save R74 (16%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A young woman's carefully constructed fantasy world implodes in this brilliantly conceived novel that blurs distinctions between right and wrong, comedy and tragedy, imagination and reality: "Surreal . . . filled with technicolor lies and terrible truths" (Alix E. Harrow, New York Times bestselling and Hugo-award winning author). Most Anticipated by CrimeReads · Good Housekeeping · BookRiot · Goodreads · Bookish · OverDrive An Aardvark Book Club pick Katrina Kim may be broke, the black sheep of her family, and slightly unhinged, but she isn't a stalker. Her obsession with her co-worker, Kurt, is just one of many coping mechanisms-like her constant shape and number rituals, or the way scenes from her favorite children's book bleed into her vision whenever she feels anxious or stressed. But when Katrina finds a cryptic message from Kurt that implies he's aware of her surveillance, her tenuous hold on a normal life crumbles. Driven by compulsion, she enacts the most powerful ritual she has to reclaim control-a midnight visit to the Cayatoga Bridge-and arrives just in time to witness Kurt's suicide. Before he jumps, he slams her with a devastating accusation: his death is all her fault. Horrified, Katrina combs through the clues she's collected about Kurt over the last three years, but each revelation uncovers a menacing truth: for every moment she was watching him, he was watching her. And the past she thought she'd left behind? It's been following her more closely than she ever could have imagined. A gripping page-turner, as well as a sensitive exploration of mental health, Liar, Dreamer, Thief is an intimate portrayal of life in all its complexities-and the dangers inherent in unveiling people's most closely guarded secrets. Includes a Reading Group Guide.

Iterative Learning Control over Random Fading Channels: Dong Shen, Xing Huo Yu Iterative Learning Control over Random Fading Channels
Dong Shen, Xing Huo Yu
R3,992 Discovery Miles 39 920 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Random fading communication is a type of attenuation damage of data over certain propagation media. Establishing a systematic framework for the design and analysis of learning control schemes, the book studies in depth the iterative learning control for stochastic systems with random fading communication. The authors introduce both cases where the statistics of the random fading channels are known in advance and unknown. They then extend the framework to other systems, including multi-agent systems, point-to-point tracking systems, and multi-sensor systems. More importantly, a learning control scheme is established to solve the multi-objective tracking problem with faded measurements, which can help practical applications of learning control for high-precision tracking of networked systems. The book will be of interest to researchers and engineers interested in learning control, data-driven control and networked control systems.

Composite Materials - High Strain Rate Studies: R. Velmurugan, Dong Ruan, S. Gurusideswar Composite Materials - High Strain Rate Studies
R. Velmurugan, Dong Ruan, S. Gurusideswar
R3,835 Discovery Miles 38 350 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Summarizing the recent advances in high strain rate testing, this book discusses techniques for designing, executing, analyzing, and interpreting the results of experiments involving dynamic behavior of multifunctional materials such as metals, polymers, fiber-reinforced polymers, hybrid laminates, and so forth. The book also discusses analytical and numerical modeling of materials under high-velocity impact loading, and other environmental conditions. Recent advances in characterization techniques such as digital image correlation, CT for high strain rate applications are included in it. Features • Presents exclusive material on high-rate properties of fibre-reinforced composites • Provides numerical techniques on the analysis and enriched data on the high strain rate behavior of materials • Explores cutting-edge techniques and experimental guidelines for an array of different materials subjected to high strain rate loading • Explains clear understanding of material behavior at various strain rates • Reviews mechanical response of different materials at high strain rates This book is aimed at researchers and professionals in Mechanical, Materials Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering.

Historical Phonology of Chinese: Dong Tonghe Historical Phonology of Chinese
Dong Tonghe
R5,055 Discovery Miles 50 550 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Chinese version enjoys superior academic status as essential reading of historial Chinese phonology. Provides a comprehensive account of evolution of Chinese speech sounds. Reconstructs how Chinese was spoken up to 2,000 years ago. Makes a critical analysis of gains and losses of studies by earlier scholars.

Sinologism - An Alternative to Orientalism and Postcolonialism (Hardcover): Ming Dong Gu Sinologism - An Alternative to Orientalism and Postcolonialism (Hardcover)
Ming Dong Gu
R4,453 Discovery Miles 44 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Why, for centuries, have the West and the world continuously produced China knowledge that deviates from Chinese realities? Why, since the mid-nineteenth century, have Chinese intellectuals oscillated between commendation and condemnation of their own culture, and between fetishization and demonization of all things Western? And why have some of the world's wisest thinkers expressed opinions on Chinese culture, which are simply wrong? In order to answer these questions, this book explores the process of knowledge production about China and the Chinese civilization and in turn, provides a critique of the ways in which this knowledge is formed. Ming Dong Gu argues that the misperceptions and misinterpretations surrounding China and the Chinese civilisation do not simply come from misinformation, biases, prejudices, or political interference, but follow certain taken-for-granted principles that have evolved into a cultural unconscious. Indeed, Gu argues that the conflicting accounts in China-West studies are the inevitable outcome of this cultural unconscious which constitutes the inner logic of a comprehensive knowledge system which he terms 'Sinologism'. This book explores Sinologism's origin, development, characteristics, and inner logic, and critiques its manifestations in the writings of Chinese, Western, and non-Western thinkers and scholars, including Montesquieu, Herder, Hegel, Marx, Weber, Russell, Pound, Wang Guowei, Guo Moruo, Gu Jiegang, Wen Yiduo, and many others in diverse disciplines from arts and humanities to social sciences. In doing so, Gu demonstrates why the existing critical models are inadequate for Chinese materials and makes an attempt to construct an alternative theory to Orientalism and postcolonialism for China-West studies and cross-cultural studies. Sinologism crosses over the subjects of history, thought, literature, language, art, archaeology, religion, aesthetics and cultural theory, and will appeal to students and scholars of East-West studies with a particular focus on China, as well as those interested in cultural theory more broadly.

Stainless Steel Wires Engineered Multifunctional Ultra-High Performance Concrete: Sufen Dong, Xinyue Wang, Baoguo Han Stainless Steel Wires Engineered Multifunctional Ultra-High Performance Concrete
Sufen Dong, Xinyue Wang, Baoguo Han
R4,750 Discovery Miles 47 500 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The emergence and application of stainless steel wires-engineered multifunctional ultra-high performance concrete advances the safety, durability, function/intelligence, resilience, and sustainability of infrastructures, thus prolonging the service life and reducing the maintenance to lower the life cycle cost of infrastructures. This is the first reference work on this multifunctional concrete which combines high performance with functional/smart properties, such as thermal, electrical, self-sensing, and electromagnetic properties, as well as a sustainable profile. The book delivers both fundamentals and applications on this multifunctional concrete, covering basic principles, properties, mechanisms, engineering application cases, and future development challenges and strategies. Stainless Steel Wires-Engineered Multifunctional Ultra-High Performance Concrete opens up a new horizon for researchers and specialist technologists in the field of concrete materials and structures.

Internet of Energy Handbook: Pawan Kumar, Srete Nikolovski, Z Y Dong Internet of Energy Handbook
Pawan Kumar, Srete Nikolovski, Z Y Dong
R2,244 Discovery Miles 22 440 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Internet of Energy (IoE), with the integration of advanced information and communication technologies (ICT), has led to a transformation of traditional networks to smart systems. Internet of Energy Handbook provides updated knowledge in the field of energy management with an Internet of Things (IoT) perspective. Features Explains the technological developments for energy management leading to a reduction in energy consumption through topics like smart energy systems, smart sensors, communication, techniques, and utilization Includes dedicated sections covering varied aspects related to renewable sources of energy, power distribution, and generation Incorporates energy efficiency, optimization, and sensor technologies Covers multidisciplinary aspects in computational intelligence and IoT Discusses building energy management aspects including temperature, humidity, the number of persons involved, and light intensity This handbook is aimed at graduate students, researchers, and professionals interested in power systems, IoT, smart grids, electrical engineering, and transmission.

Sara's Dream Role (Paperback): Holly Webb Sara's Dream Role (Paperback)
Holly Webb; Illustrated by Monique Dong 1
R189 R142 Discovery Miles 1 420 Save R47 (25%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A sparkling series of dance, drama, dreams and friendship from best-selling author Holly Webb. When there's an audition for a West End production of Mary Poppins at The Shine School for the Performing Arts, Sara is hoping this'll be her big chance. She sings her heart out in the first round of auditions and is delighted to get a callback for the part of Jane. But rather than being pleased for her, Sara's mum is only concerned about how getting the role would affect her schoolwork. Meanwhile, Lizabeth, another talented student, has her eye on the same role, and is ready to go to extremes to make sure the part is hers. Feeling nervous about the next audition, can Sara avoid Lizabeth's schemes and secure the role of her dreams? Ideal for young fans of BALLET SHOES, and the OLIVIA and L'ETOILE SCHOOL FOR STARS series to read on their own.

Miscommunicating the COVID-19 Pandemic - An Asia Perspective: Ran Wei, Ven-Hwei Lo, Yihui Huang, Dong Dong, Hai Liang,... Miscommunicating the COVID-19 Pandemic - An Asia Perspective
Ran Wei, Ven-Hwei Lo, Yihui Huang, Dong Dong, Hai Liang, …
R4,129 Discovery Miles 41 290 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book tackles the infodemic—the rapid, widespread diffusion of false, misleading, or inaccurate information about the disease and its ramifications—triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. With a focus on four Asian societies, the book compares and analyzes the spread of COVID-19 misinformation and its broad impacts on the public in Beijing, Hong Kong, Taipei, and Singapore. Providing both a comprehensive overview of the phenomenon of misinformation and cross-societal analyses of patterns, the book features in-depth analyses of the prevalence of COVID-19 misinformation and engagement and explores its consequences in an Asian context. The book sheds lights on these key questions: What types of infodemic messages circulate widely on popular social media platforms? What factors account for exposure to and engagement with debunked yet popular COVID-19 misinformation? How does exposure to widely circulated COVID-19 misinformation affect people’s beliefs, attitudes, and adoption of preventive measures to cope with the pandemic? How do macro social differences condition the diffusion and impacts of COVID-19 misinformation? What intervention strategies can counter the misinformation? Presenting scientific insights and empirical findings on the pressing issues about infodemic, this book will be of great interest to students and researchers of communication studies, political science, public health, crisis communication, and Asian Studies, as well as policymakers and practitioners who wish to acquire cutting-edge, evidence-based knowledge about combating misinformation during a global pandemic.

Analysis and Synthesis for Networked Multi-Rate Systems: Yuxuan Shen, Zidong Wang, Hongli Dong Analysis and Synthesis for Networked Multi-Rate Systems
Yuxuan Shen, Zidong Wang, Hongli Dong
R3,834 Discovery Miles 38 340 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book presents the novel state estimation methods for several classes of networked multi-rate systems including state estimation methods for networked multi-rate systems with various complex networked-induced phenomena and communication protocols. The systems investigated include the stochastic nonlinear systems, the time-delay systems, the linear repetitive processes, and the artificial neural networks. The techniques used are mainly the Lyapunov stability theory, the optimal estimation theory, the lifting technique, and certain convex optimization method. Features- •Gives a systematic investigation of the state estimation of multi-rate systems •Discusses results on state estimation problems under network-induced complexities • Studies different kinds of multi-rate systems including multi-rate nonlinear systems, multi-rate neural networks, and multi-rate linear repetitive processes •Explores network-enhanced complexities and communication protocols • Includes case studies to show the applicability of the developed estimation algorithms including practical examples like DC servo system and continuous stirred tank reactor system This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in signal processing, control systems, and electrical engineering.

Beijing 2008: Preparing for Glory - Chinese Challenge in the 'Chinese Century' (Hardcover): J.A. Mangan, Dong Jinxia Beijing 2008: Preparing for Glory - Chinese Challenge in the 'Chinese Century' (Hardcover)
J.A. Mangan, Dong Jinxia
R4,144 Discovery Miles 41 440 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Beijing 2008: Preparing for Glory - Chinese Challenge in the 'Chinese Century' brings together international scholars with an interest in sport and politics and sinologists with an interest in China - past, present and future - to explore global reaction to the Beijing Olympics - China's anticipated moment of glory on the world stage. The Beijing Olympics was, first and foremost, a political act of assertion. It was also a statement of national intent, the culmination of ideological effort going back to 1949 and the outcome of political, social, cultural and economic change. From the moment of the birth of the 'New China' sport has been viewed as a means of internal and external projection illustrating the capacity of the system and people to more than hold their own with those of other nations. In short, sport has been the chosen 'stage' on which the Chinese perform in pursuit of world recognition, respect and esteem. This assertion is not hard to understand. China's 'century of humiliation' at the hands of first the West and then Japan remains a traumatic experience. Beijing 2008 wass to assist the restoration of China's national self-esteem. He Zhenliang, Chairman of the IOC Commission for the Culture of Olympic Education, has remarked pointedly that the most significant outcome of the Beijing Games will be the elevation of the self-confidence and sense of pride of the Chinese people. Beijing 2008 was an act of political self-renewal on the world stage. This Collection demonstrates that sport is inseparable from politics. This book was previously published as a special issue of the International Journal of the History of Sport.

The Politics of Korean Language Textbooks in the Two Koreas - Nationalism, Ideologies and Education: Dong Bae Lee The Politics of Korean Language Textbooks in the Two Koreas - Nationalism, Ideologies and Education
Dong Bae Lee
R4,135 Discovery Miles 41 350 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book investigates the politics embedded in the Korean-language textbooks utilised between 1895 and 2019, within the context of one Korea (pre-colonial and colonial eras), the divided Koreas, and an ethnic Korean group residing in Japan (Chongryon). By analysing the inclusions and omissions from Korean-language the author successfully highlights the impact of Korean politics, making clear how rulers have attempted to control their citizens and legitimize their rule by using primary school Korean-language textbooks as a medium for political education and inculcation. It succinctly displays how different visions of ‘ideal citizenship’ have been presented in Korea and traces the resulting shift in views towards neighbouring nations as a result, identifying how different rival countries were demonized at different times. This chapter also shows some consistent omissions, such as the lower classes and marginalized individuals within their respective nations. Presenting recommendations for potential improvements of the content of future textbooks this study will be of interest to students of Asian Studies, Post-colonial Studies, Critical Curriculum Studies, Critical Discourse Studies, and Korean Studies.

International Korean Adoption - A Fifty-Year History of Policy and Practice (Paperback): Kathleen Ja Sook Bergquist, M.... International Korean Adoption - A Fifty-Year History of Policy and Practice (Paperback)
Kathleen Ja Sook Bergquist, M. Elizabeth Vonk, Dong Soo Kim, Marvin D Feit
R2,427 Discovery Miles 24 270 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Discover the roots of international transracial adoption International Korean Adoption: A Fifty-Year History of Policy and Practice explores the long history of international transracial adoption. Scholars present the expert multidisciplinary perspectives and up-to-date research on this most significant and longstanding form of international child welfare practice. Viewpoints and research are discussed from the academic disciplines of psychology, ethnic studies, sociology, social work, and anthropology. The chapters examine sociohistorical background, the forming of new families, reflections on Korean adoption, birth country perspectives, global perspectives, implications for practice, and archival, historical, and current resources on Korean adoption. International Korean Adoption: A Fifty-Year History of Policy and Practice provides fresh insight into the origins, development, and institutionalization of Korean adoption. Through original research and personal accounts, this revealing text explores how Korean adoptees and their families fit into their family roles-and offers clear perspectives on adoption as child welfare practice. Global implications and politics, as well as the very personal experiences are examined in detail. This source is a one-of-a-kind look into the full spectrum of information pertaining to Korean adoption. Topics in International Korean Adoption: A Fifty-Year History of Policy and Practice include: adoption from the Korean perspective historical origins of Korean adoption in the United States adjustments of young adult adoptees marketing to choosy adopters ethnic identity perspectives on the importance of race and culture in parenting birth mothers' perspectives sociological approach to race and identity representations of adoptees in Korean popular culture adoption in Australia and the Netherlands much, much more International Korean Adoption: A Fifty-Year History of Policy and Practice is illuminating reading for adoptees, adoptive parents, practitioners, educators, students, and any child welfare professional.

Yoshio Nishina - Father of Modern Physics in Japan (Hardcover): Dong-Won Kim Yoshio Nishina - Father of Modern Physics in Japan (Hardcover)
Dong-Won Kim
R3,385 Discovery Miles 33 850 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Yoshio Nishina not only made a great contribution to the emergence of a research network that produced two Nobel prize winners, but he also raised the overall level of physics in Japan. Focusing on his roles as researcher, teacher, and statesman of science, Yoshio Nishina: Father of Modern Physics in Japan analyzes Nishina's position in and his contributions to the Japanese physics community. After a concise biographical introduction, the book examines Nishina's family, his early studies, the creation of RIKEN, and the greater Japanese physics community in the early twentieth century. It then focuses on Nishina's work at the Cavendish Laboratory and at the University of Gottingen as well as his more fruitful research at Niels Bohr's Institute of Theoretical Physics in Copenhagen. The book also describes the establishment of the Nishina Laboratory at RIKEN, the collaboration between its experimentalists and theoreticians, and the cosmic ray research of its scientists. The last two chapters discuss Nishina's controversial construction and operation of two cyclotrons at RIKEN as well as his presidency at RIKEN after World War II. Navigating Nishina's entire life through various perspectives, this easy-to-read biography will help you become well acquainted with this fascinating physicist.

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