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These two titles look at long-term processes that have had a major
impact on the modern world economy.
In his book, philosopher and law professor Ken Levy explains why he
agrees with most people, but not with most other philosophers,
about free will and responsibility. Most people believe that we
have both - that is, that our choices, decisions, and actions are
neither determined nor undetermined but rather fully
self-determined. By contrast, most philosophers understand just how
difficult it is to defend this "metaphysical libertarian" position.
So they tend to opt for two other theories: "responsibility
skepticism" (which denies the very possibility of free will and
responsibility) and "compatibilism" (which reduces free will and
responsibility to properties that are compatible with determinism).
In opposition to both of these theories, Levy explains how free
will and responsibility are indeed metaphysically possible. But he
also cautions against the dogma that metaphysical libertarianism is
actually true, a widespread belief that continues to cause serious
social, political, and legal harms. Levy's book presents a crisp,
tight, historically informed discussion, with fresh clarity,
insight, and originality. It will become one of the definitive
resources for students, academics, and general readers in this
critical intersection among metaphysics, ethics, and criminal law.
Key features: Presents a unique, qualified defense of "metaphysical
libertarianism," the idea that our choices, decisions, and actions
can be fully self-determined. Written clearly, accessibly, and with
minimal jargon - rare for a book on the very difficult issues of
free will and responsibility. Seamlessly connects philosophical,
legal, psychological, and political issues. Will be provocative and
insightful for professional philosophers, students, and
non-philosophers.
The majority of cancer-related deaths are associated with
nutritional problems. The major role that nutrition and diet play
in the development and course of cancer had only been recently
appreciated, and relatively little had been written on the topic in
general. A critical component of nutrition and diet is eating
behavior. Originally published in 1985, the purpose of this book
was to meet the needs of both the clinician and the researcher by
bringing together data and theory about nutrition and cancer from
several disciplines, as considered from a biobehavioral
perspective. The first chapter of the book provides an overview of
the purposes and organization of the volume. The rest is divided
into 3 parts. Part 1 focuses on basic research concerned with the
nature and development of taste aversions and taste preferences in
human and animals. Part 2 applies the basic processes reviews in
the first part to the cancer area, focusing on eating and
nutritional problems related to both tumor development and to
learned processes that develop as a result of being exposed to
radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatments. Part 3 focuses on
identifying and evaluating intervention strategies for improving
the nutritional status of people with cancer or at high risk for
developing cancer.
This book provides readers with a basic understanding of the
principles that underlie real estate development. A brief
historical overview and an introduction to basic principles are
followed by examples from practice. Case studies focus on how
cities change and respond to the economic, technological, social,
and political forces that shape urban development in North America.
It is important to have a framework for understanding the risks and
rewards in real estate investing. In measuring return,
consideration must be given to both investment appreciation and the
cash flow generated over the life of a project. In addition,
metrics are presented that can be useful in assessing the financial
feasibility of a real estate development proposal. This book also
provides an overview of the forces of supply and demand that gauge
the potential market for a new project. In determining the size of
"residual demand", estimates for population growth, family
formation, and new development are important. All development
projects fall under the auspices of one or several jurisdictions.
Though every jurisdiction has different rules and procedures, basic
knowledge of the planning process is critical to the success of all
development projects regardless of location. Furthermore, all
projects have a legal component. Basic issues of land ownership,
property rights, property transfer, and land registration are
reviewed, all of which need to be considered when a property is
sold or purchased. This book also provides a primary on the design
and construction process. In constructing a building, a team of
experts is first required to design the architectural, structural,
and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for a
building. An overview is provided of each building system: wood,
concrete, and steel. Critical to a successful real estate
development, project management principles for the processes of
design, bidding, and construction are explored, with close
attention given to budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
Essential reading for anyone involved in the development of our
built environment, this is a must-read introduction for students
and professionals in architecture, urban planning, engineering or
real estate seeking an approachable and broad view of real estate
development and finance.
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