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This title was first published in 2003. The transition from
socialism experienced by the countries of Eastern and Central
Europe during the last decade has been recognised as a profound
historical watershed. It is only now, however, that the meanings
and dimensions of 'post-socialism' are becoming apparent. The use
of the 'biographical perspective' in research provides a unique
avenue for studying these changes. Biographical Research in Eastern
Europe is the only edited volume that brings the work of many of
the most advanced and active biographical researchers working on
Eastern Europe together in one volume. The book is organized into
four parts. 'The Potential of Biographical Research,' explores the
methodological issues. Arguments for the appropriateness of the
biographical approach as a humanistic perspective are put forward
and emphasis is laid on its fruitfulness for research into everyday
lives and for the study of identity construction with particular
reference to transition. 'Communists, Informers and Dissidents,'
deals with the structural features of Soviet regimes, with a
particular focus on the problematic divisions between public and
private spheres of life. 'The Impact of Social Change,'
demonstrates the value of the biographical approach as an
instrument for the study of social and cultural change. 'Exile,
Migration and Ethnicity,' centres on the problem of constructing
and maintaining ethnic identities under repression; a context that
can be seen as disturbing life-trajectories and framing the life
story. Covering a wide range of 'post-socialist' countries, the
chapters are unified by a common research perspective and an
informative introduction that identifies common themes across the
selections.
This title was first published in 2003. The transition from
socialism experienced by the countries of Eastern and Central
Europe during the last decade has been recognised as a profound
historical watershed. It is only now, however, that the meanings
and dimensions of 'post-socialism' are becoming apparent. The use
of the 'biographical perspective' in research provides a unique
avenue for studying these changes. Biographical Research in Eastern
Europe is the only edited volume that brings the work of many of
the most advanced and active biographical researchers working on
Eastern Europe together in one volume. The book is organized into
four parts. 'The Potential of Biographical Research,' explores the
methodological issues. Arguments for the appropriateness of the
biographical approach as a humanistic perspective are put forward
and emphasis is laid on its fruitfulness for research into everyday
lives and for the study of identity construction with particular
reference to transition. 'Communists, Informers and Dissidents,'
deals with the structural features of Soviet regimes, with a
particular focus on the problematic divisions between public and
private spheres of life. 'The Impact of Social Change,'
demonstrates the value of the biographical approach as an
instrument for the study of social and cultural change. 'Exile,
Migration and Ethnicity,' centres on the problem of constructing
and maintaining ethnic identities under repression; a context that
can be seen as disturbing life-trajectories and framing the life
story. Covering a wide range of 'post-socialist' countries, the
chapters are unified by a common research perspective and an
informative introduction that identifies common themes across the
selections.
"Edward Miller has been running a successful B&B enterprise in
a peaceful part of the Lake District for over 25 years.Here he
tells his story of how it came about and how he learned through
trial and error to not only make a decent profit out of it, but to
enjoy (nearly) every minute of it.The book is full of incidents,
some beyond belief, others rib-tickling or just plain bizarre. But
it is also full of practical advice and tips, all of them
summarised at the end of each chapter.With cartoons by Robin
Grenville Evans "
Millions of people-many of them younger than we care to believe-are
living in the aftermath of a heart attack, and it is vital for them
to learn how to reduce the risk factors for subsequent heart
problems. This unique and important book offers advice to survivors
of a heart attack and also to those trying to prevent the onset of
a heart attack. Contributors include not only distinguished medical
professionals but also eleven individuals who either participated
in a cardiac rehabilitation program or designed a program of their
own. The patients-men and women of varied ages and ethnic
backgrounds-relate their own histories, providing insight into the
many faces of heart disease and inspiration and hope for other
heart attack survivors. The book includes: * risk factors * diets,
diagnosis, and treatment * ways to prevent angina from becoming a
heart attack * strategies for reversing coronary artery disease *
guidelines for choosing a cardiac rehabilitation program * a
description of cardiac rehabilitation in action
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