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Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given
area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject
in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of
travel. They are relevant but also visionary. Climate change will
bring great suffering to communities, individuals and ecosystems.
Those least responsible for the problem will suffer the most.
Justice demands urgent action to reverse its causes and impacts. In
this provocative new book, Paul G. Harris brings together original
essays to explore innovative approaches to understanding and
implementing climate justice in the future. Through investigations
informed by theories from philosophy, politics, sociology, law and
economics, this Research Agenda reveals the actors most responsible
for climate change and suggests concrete proposals for more
effective mitigation. Addressing the distribution of scarce
resources and the disproportionate responsibility of affluent
nations and people, this insightful book asserts that climate
change is a matter of equity, fairness and social and distributive
justice. It argues that climate change is shaping up to be the
greatest injustice in all of human history. This analytical and
thought-provoking Research Agenda will be a valuable tool for
climate change researchers while its interdisciplinary approach
will appeal to students and academics researching in the fields of
global environmental politics, sustainability, international
relations, environmental philosophy and law. The examination of the
key questions of climate justice from global through to individual
levels will also aid policy-makers, practitioners and activists.
Contributors include: R. Attfield, I. Bailey, F. Corvino, A.
Dietzel, J. Donhauser, P.G. Harris, S. Kopra, J.S. Mastaler, S.R.
O'Doherty, G. Pellegrini-Masini, A. Pirni, D. Storey, C. Swingle,
C. Tornel, I. Wallimann-Helmer
It's been said that a journey of a thousand miles starts with the
first step. For young Mae, that first step is huge. Mae was born on
a farm under the yoke of an oppressive father who wished she was a
boy. Mae cannot read or write and has no friends. Often, she
daydreams about what it might be like away from the farm and live
in an exciting big city. Eventually, her dream comes true when
Father sends her to live with Aunt Wilma - a retired school teacher
she has never met. Notwithstanding their age differences, they get
along famously. Exposed to another way of life, Mae learns to read
and write. She even finds time for romance, and soon, her son,
Ronnie, is born. Despite objections from cruel people in hostile
places, Mae is determined to make good on her promise to provide
Ronnie with a better life.
The core objective of this book is to better understand the role of
foreign policy - the crossovers and interactions between domestic
and international politics and policies - in efforts to preserve
the environment and natural resources. Underlying this objective is
the belief that it is not enough to analyze domestic or
international political actors, institutions and processes by
themselves. We need to understand the interactions among them,
something that explicit thought about foreign policy can help us
do. The eclectic group of contributors explore European and EU
responses to global climate change, and provide insights into
issues on environmental protection, sustainable development,
international affairs and foreign policy.
Climate change cannot be fully understood or effectively mitigated
without considering its ethical aspects. This volume brings
together recent journal articles, written by eminent experts in the
field, to illuminate the ethics of climate change and the related
questions of justice. The editor has selected works that explore
the themes of environmental philosophy, duties and
responsibilities, intergenerational justice, international equity,
cosmopolitanism, human rights, individual obligations and climate
policy. With an original introduction by the editor, this volume is
an essential resource for scholars, students, activists and
policymakers.
Two enthralling Lucknow diaries in one special edition
The siege and relief of the Residency at Lucknow is one of the
principal conflicts of the Great Mutiny and became an abiding
symbol of the spirit, resolution and fortitude of the men and
women-military and civilian-that made the British Empire the
globally dominating power it was in the Victorian age. It held a
well deserved reputation for it was a scene of fierce fighting as
the besieged sought to keep out attacking rebellious sepoy forces
and their allies and the relieving force had to battle its way into
the garrison on two occasions. These views of Lucknow are somewhat
different. Leonaur has joined together two diaries, each by a
female member of the besieged garrison, which chronicle-on a day by
day basis-the experiences of those within the Residency's battered
walls. This great value book enables the reader to compare two
different perspectives on the same events. This is especially
interesting because the two women came from different backgrounds
and occupied different social spheres and so inevitably saw
different aspects of the activities of the garrison, brought their
focus onto different elements of it and evaluated their experiences
in different ways. The first diary came from the pen of a civilian
lady, the wife of a Churchman, and provides much valuable insight
into the suffering of the families in Lucknow. The second diary is
by a soldier's wife. Colonel Case of the 32nd was killed early in
the siege, but military matters remained very much his widows
concern among her other more domestic responsibilities. An
excellent two-for-the-price-of-one view of a momentous event.
This book analyses Malraux's writing from his journalism in
Indochina to his novels, art studies and (anti)memorialist essays.
Cutting through the established dual biographical image of Malraux
as a committed leftwinger and revolutionary novelist turned
unconditional Gaullist and diehard anti-Communist at the
Liberation, it makes a balanced assessment of Malraux as a
non-ideological if elitist artist who shaped his public role as
much as he shaped the existence of his heroes both novelistic and
real.
Trade, Technology and Economics represents a careful selection of
papers from some of the world's most influential economists of
today reflecting areas in which Richard Lipsey has made fundamental
contributions.This important volume pays tribute to Richard Lipsey,
who has established a major international reputation through his
wide ranging contribution to economics. Focusing on certain aspects
of his work, the issues explored within the volume include: the
theory of second best; unemployment, inflation and the Phillips
Curve; trade theory, customs unions and the growth of the global
economy; strategic behaviour in an exchange economy; competition
and strategic choice of technology to support collusive oligopoly
equilibria and property rights and technology. This collection of
outstanding papers, written by a distinguished group of scholars -
including Mark Blaug, Richard G. Harris, Kelvin Lancaster, David
Card, David Laidler, R.J. Wonnacott and Michael Parkin - reflects
the high esteem in which Richard Lipsey is held.
Climate change is now a mainstream part of the international
political agenda. It has become clear that it is not solely a
technical issue, to be resolved by scientists, but a political
issue with political implications at all levels of global
governance. Indeed, some may argue that few long-term problems in
international affairs are more important than this one. The purpose
of this book is to reveal and apply some of the latest thinking on
the implications of climate change for international affairs, and
to explore how various proposals for tackling climate change will
affect interstate relations in coming years. Chapters by scholars
of international relations, international political economy and
international law contribute to current discussions of climate
change, doing so in way that is accessible to students,
stakeholders, government officials and informed laypersons.
Some questions considered in the book include the following: How
has the discussion of climate change affected interstate relations?
How does this problem, and how do environmental issues more
generally, challenge international relations theory? How do
international climate politics influence domestic politics, and
vice-versa? How would climate change or action taken to tackle it
affect the balance of power or balance of influence? Is climate
change a matter of international security or international
justice?or both?and how does the answer to this question affect
policy responses of governments? Which states are likely to benefit
or suffer from the various proposals to address climate change?
What are the legal, ethical and political implications of the
uneven distribution of the impacts of climate change?
This book was previously published as a special issue of the
Cambridge Review of International Affairs.
Climate Change and American Foreign Policy examines the actors, institutions, and ideas shaping US policy on climate change (global warming). The book begins by introducing the issue of climate change in the context of US foreign policy, before critically evaluating US policies and actions. It then analyzes the domestic and international politics of US climate change policy, covering such issues as science, the presidency and Congress, nongovermental organizations, diplomacy, and the international negotiations leading to the Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol. The book concludes by looking at the role of international norms in shaping US climate change policy.
This work is a timely contribution to the debates surrounding
feminism, theatre and performance. The excellent,
cross-generational mix of theatre scholars and practitioners
engaging in lively, cutting-edge debates on critical topics make
this essential reading for students and scholars in Theatre and
Performance Studies as well as Gender Studies.
This is a timely contribution to the debates regarding future
possibilities for feminism, theater, and performance. An excellent,
cross-generational mix of theater scholars (Sue-Ellen Case, Dee
Heddon, Meenakshi Ponnuswami, Janelle Reinelt, Joanne Tompkins) and
practitioners (Anna Furse, Leslie Hill and Helen Paris, SuAndi)
engage in lively, cutting-edge critical debates on topics that
include citizenship, autobiography, cultural heritage and politcal
agency as circulating in contemporary feminism and
performance.
Although in Victorian society the Army was the aristocratic
backbone of England, it was persistently engaged in fighting
Colonial Wars.
This book analyses Malraux's writing from his journalism in
Indochina to his novels, art studies and (anti)memorialist essays.
Cutting through the established dual biographical image of Malraux
as a committed leftwinger and revolutionary novelist turned
unconditional Gaullist and diehard anti-Communist at the
Liberation, it makes a balanced assessment of Malraux as a
non-ideological if elitist artist who shaped his public role as
much as he shaped the existence of his heroes both novelistic and
real.
Moving across the boundaries of mainstream and experimental
circuits, from the affective pleasures of commercially successful
shows such as Calendar Girls and Mamma Mia! to the feminist
possibilities of new burlesque and stand-up, this book offers a
lucid and accessible account of popular feminisms in contemporary
theatre and performance.
Fully updated to include new topics such as plastic, energy and the
Anthropocene. Features a broad and diverse range of leading
international scholars from the UK, Europe, US and elsewhere. *
Multi-discplinary market: will be of interest to students and
researchers of environmental politics, environmental studies,
environmental science and geography. Environmental issues have
gained prominence globally, nationally and locally. Academic
programs, degrees and courses related to environmental issues,
including global environmental politics, have increased in number,
with more lecturers/professors teaching in this area and more
students studying the topic at undergraduate and postgraduate
levels. Provides readers with a complete foundation of knowledge
and thus a solid launching point for more in-depth study and
research.
Fully updated to include new topics such as plastic, energy and the
Anthropocene. Features a broad and diverse range of leading
international scholars from the UK, Europe, US and elsewhere. •
Multi-discplinary market: will be of interest to students and
researchers of environmental politics, environmental studies,
environmental science and geography. Environmental issues have
gained prominence globally, nationally and locally. Academic
programs, degrees and courses related to environmental issues,
including global environmental politics, have increased in number,
with more lecturers/professors teaching in this area and more
students studying the topic at undergraduate and postgraduate
levels. Provides readers with a complete foundation of knowledge
and thus a solid launching point for more in-depth study and
research.
Earth's climate is in crisis. Climate governance has failed. This
book diagnoses climate governance as if it were a sick patient,
uncovering the fundamental factors causing the worsening climate
crisis. It distils decades of global climate negotiations to reveal
the features of international relations that are impeding climate
action, and it identifies political obstacles to climate governance
across a variety of countries in the Americas, Asia, and Europe.
The psychosocial aspects of climate change are explored to show how
human nature, overconsumption, and global capitalism conspire to
stymy climate action. Remedies are suggested for how to overcome
hurdles to effective climate governance internationally and
nationally, with ideas provided for individuals to help them align
their own interests with those of the global environment. Covering
all of the major recent events in climate politics and governance,
this is an accessible book for concerned readers who want to
understand the climate crisis.
This title was first published in 2001. Discussing the implications
for the world of embracing - or failing to embrace - international
environmental equity, as a core global objective is an essential
exercise, which this book undertakes with diligence and vigour.
Written in an accessible style, this is essential reading for
students of international relations and world politics, global
environmental policy and environmental policy and American foreign
policy.
This title was first published in 2001. Discussing the implications
for the world of embracing - or failing to embrace - international
environmental equity, as a core global objective is an essential
exercise, which this book undertakes with diligence and vigour.
Written in an accessible style, this is essential reading for
students of international relations and world politics, global
environmental policy and environmental policy and American foreign
policy.
Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given
area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject
in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of
travel. They are relevant but also visionary. Climate change will
bring great suffering to communities, individuals and ecosystems.
Those least responsible for the problem will suffer the most.
Justice demands urgent action to reverse its causes and impacts. In
this provocative new book, Paul G. Harris brings together original
essays to explore innovative approaches to understanding and
implementing climate justice in the future. Through investigations
informed by theories from philosophy, politics, sociology, law and
economics, this Research Agenda reveals the actors most responsible
for climate change and suggests concrete proposals for more
effective mitigation. Addressing the distribution of scarce
resources and the disproportionate responsibility of affluent
nations and people, this insightful book asserts that climate
change is a matter of equity, fairness and social and distributive
justice. It argues that climate change is shaping up to be the
greatest injustice in all of human history. This analytical and
thought-provoking Research Agenda will be a valuable tool for
climate change researchers while its interdisciplinary approach
will appeal to students and academics researching in the fields of
global environmental politics, sustainability, international
relations, environmental philosophy and law. The examination of the
key questions of climate justice from global through to individual
levels will also aid policy-makers, practitioners and activists.
Contributors include: R. Attfield, I. Bailey, F. Corvino, A.
Dietzel, J. Donhauser, P.G. Harris, S. Kopra, J.S. Mastaler, S.R.
O'Doherty, G. Pellegrini-Masini, A. Pirni, D. Storey, C. Swingle,
C. Tornel, I. Wallimann-Helmer
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