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Paul Ryan has brought together the writings of the most prominent
British research into vocational preparation in Britain in
comparison to the other advanced economies, primarily within the
EEC. The book, originally published in 1991, documents various
aspects of inadequacy in British practice at the time,
concentrating upon intermediate skills, which are of crucial
importance for economic performance. The introduction outlines the
strengths and weaknesses of comparative research. Part 1 discusses
the use which has been made of it by policy makers in Britain and
various aspects of comparative methods in practical comparisons,
including an Anglo-Scottish one. Part 2 concerns vocational
preparation in connection with productivity and produce markets,
noting its importance for economic performance and its dependence
upon companies' product choices. Part 3 contains studies of the
organization of skills and work and the finance of training within
the EEC as a whole. Part 4 comprises studies of training in
relation to labour market structures, each of which indicates
similar alternatives for training policy in Britain - alternatives
whose relevance and political prospects can only be enhanced by the
demise of Thatcher government deregulatory policies.
This edited collection showcases innovative, up and coming
researchers’ work in the field of sex work studies across
labour/work and relationships. This research is pushing the
boundaries of the subject, asking new questions, carving new
methodological terrain, and contributing new ideas and empirical
findings to the existing literature. Drawing on sociology,
criminology, media studies, social and health policy, law and
socio-legal studies, the chapters reflect a range of new topics in
the sex work studies literature such as religious readings, porn
workers and their interactions with fans; romantic relationships,
and humour at work. Studies are drawn from Europe, South America,
Turkey, Ireland, New Zealand and the USA. This book speaks to
academics across the social sciences and humanities who are
interested in sex work studies.
Paul Ryan has brought together the writings of the most prominent
British research into vocational preparation in Britain in
comparison to the other advanced economies, primarily within the
EEC. The book, originally published in 1991, documents various
aspects of inadequacy in British practice at the time,
concentrating upon intermediate skills, which are of crucial
importance for economic performance. The introduction outlines the
strengths and weaknesses of comparative research. Part 1 discusses
the use which has been made of it by policy makers in Britain and
various aspects of comparative methods in practical comparisons,
including an Anglo-Scottish one. Part 2 concerns vocational
preparation in connection with productivity and produce markets,
noting its importance for economic performance and its dependence
upon companies' product choices. Part 3 contains studies of the
organization of skills and work and the finance of training within
the EEC as a whole. Part 4 comprises studies of training in
relation to labour market structures, each of which indicates
similar alternatives for training policy in Britain - alternatives
whose relevance and political prospects can only be enhanced by the
demise of Thatcher government deregulatory policies.
The people most impacted by criminal justice policies and practices
are seldom included in the decision-making processes that affect
their lives. Building on the 'nothing about us without us' social
movement, this edited volume advocates an inclusive approach to
criminology that gives voice to historically marginalized,
silenced, and ignored groups. Incorporating the experiences of
service users, academics, and state and grassroots practitioners,
this volume considers how researchers might bridge the gap between
theory and lived experience. It furthers criminological scholarship
by capturing the voices of marginalized groups and exploring how
criminology can authentically incorporate these voices.
The book covers the vocational training and employment of young
workers in various European and North American advanced economies;
the forms taken by regulation of youth economic activity and the
effects of its deregulation; training systems, training policies
and access to skilled work in various paired-country comparisons;
and the links between trade unions and young workers in two
country-specific case-studies.
This edited collection showcases innovative, up and coming
researchers' work in the field of sex work studies across
labour/work and relationships. This research is pushing the
boundaries of the subject, asking new questions, carving new
methodological terrain, and contributing new ideas and empirical
findings to the existing literature. Drawing on sociology,
criminology, media studies, social and health policy, law and
socio-legal studies, the chapters reflect a range of new topics in
the sex work studies literature such as religious readings, porn
workers and their interactions with fans; romantic relationships,
and humour at work. Studies are drawn from Europe, South America,
Turkey, Ireland, New Zealand and the USA. This book speaks to
academics across the social sciences and humanities who are
interested in sex work studies.
The Parmenides is often described as one of the most complex and
problematic of the Platonic dialogues. In it a group of characters,
including Parmenides, an eccentric teacher and poet from Elea,
Zeno, the student and lover of Plato, and the young Socrates and
Aristotle, engage in a series of conversations on some of the most
abstract philosophical concepts: the nature of Forms, and the
meaning of the One. Forms are the principles or sources of
explanation of all the parts of the Whole in the world: earth,
fire, man and even mortal qualities such as justice and prudence.
The One, is the source of our knowledge of the Whole itself - the
underlying principles of experience. Despite its structural
complexity, the Parmenides gives us the clearest insight into the
working of the mind of Socrates. It is the only surviving example
of a conversation between Socrates and another philosopher. By
studying this dialogue, the reader can gain some insight to the
source of Socratic philosophy, and about the development of early
Greek philosophy in general.
Though he directed only a handful of films, Lindsay Anderson was --
and remains -- one of the most radical and influential voices in
all of cinema. The director of such landmark films as "This
Sporting Life, If..." and "O Lucky Man!, " Anderson was also a
highly acclaimed stage director and a brilliant, provocative
critic. "Never Apologise" collects some his finest essays,
including pieces on Chaplin, Welles, and John Ford; England (he was
a Scot); Gielgud and Richardson; and most illuminatingly, on
himself. His work may not make for comfortable reading, but his
wisdom and relevance are undeniable.
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Parmenides (Paperback)
Plato; Translated by Mary Louise Gill, Paul Ryan
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"Gill's and Ryan's Parmenides is, simply, superb: the Introduction,
more than a hundred pages long, is transparently clear, takes the
reader meticulously through the arguments, avoids perverseness, and
still manages to make sense of the dialogue as a whole; there is a
fine selective bibliography; and those parts of the translation I
have looked at in detail suggest that it too is very good indeed."
--Christopher Rowe, Phronesis
This book explores the lives of male sex workers living in Dublin,
Ireland. It focuses on the stories of young Brazilian and
Venezuelan migrants who use their micro-celebrity on social media
to construct a brand that can be converted into financial advantage
within the sex industry. The book focuses on two sites: Grindr,
which these men use to build a transient pop-up escort profile that
is linked to Instagram, which in turn provides followers with
access to a curated digital identity built around consumption. Ryan
explores how the muscular body acts as a form of physical and
erotic capital providing the raw material of these digital
identities as they are broadcast on new online subscription
platforms like OnlyFans. Male Sex Work in the Digital Age offers
fascinating insights into the role social media plays in
(re)creating a new and more flexible understanding of commercial
sex. Students and scholars across a range of disciplines, including
sociology, gender studies, sexuality studies, LGBTQ studies, media
studies and law, will find this book of interest.
"This budget serves as a blueprint for American Renewal. Its
principled reforms empower individuals with greater control over
their future. It places great faith in the wisdom of the Founders
and promises to renew confidence in the superiority of human
freedom. The choice of two futures presented in this budget is
premised on the wisdom of the American people to build a prosperous
future for themselves and for generations of Americans to come." -
Paul Ryan, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, Member of
Congress, First District of Wisconsin In its entirety, through the
use of clearly constructed charts, graphs, visuals and text, you
will come to understand Ryan's vision for "The Path to Prosperity"
including:
- A Blueprint for American Renewal
- Providing for the Common Defense
- Restoring Economic Freedom
- Repairing the Social Safety Net
- Strengthening Health and Retirement Security
- Pro-Growth Tax Reform
- Changing Washington's Culture of Spending
- Lifting the Crushing Burden of Debt
With an introduction by Paul Ryan.
"America urgently needs a new direction. But who will provide it?"
The time has come to move the country forward with a clear agenda
based on common sense for the common good.
THERE IS A BETTER WAY.
Make no mistake: Congressmen Eric Cantor, Paul Ryan, and Kevin
McCarthy are proud Republicans. But they believe the party had lost
sight of the ideals it believes in, like economic freedom, limited
government, the sanctity of life, and putting families first. This
isn't your grandfather's Republican party. These Young Guns of the
House GOP--Cantor (the leader), Ryan (the thinker), and McCarthy
(the strategist)--are ready to take their belief in the principles
that have made America great and translate it into solutions that
will make the future even better, solutions that will create
private sector jobs, maximize individual freedom, and establish a
better world for our children. This groundbreaking book is a call
to action that sets forth a plan for growth, opportunity, and
commitment that will propel this country to prosperity once again.
Together, the Young Guns are changing the face of the Republican
party and giving us a new road map back to the American dream.
Composed in the fourth century b.c., the "Phaedrus--"a dialogue
between Phaedrus and Socrates--deals ostensibly with love but
develops into a wide-ranging discussion of such subjects as the
pursuit of beauty, the nature of humanity, the immortality of the
soul, and the attainment of truth, ending with an in-depth
discussion of the principles of rhetoric. This erudite commentary,
which also includes the original Greek text, is designed to help
intermediate-level students of Greek read, understand, and enjoy
Plato's magnificent work.""
Drawing on his extensive classroom experience and linguistic
expertise, Paul Ryan offers a commentary that is both rich in
detail and--in contrast to earlier, more austere commentaries on
the "Phaedrus"--fully engaging."" Line by line, he explains subtle
points of language, explicates difficulties of syntax, and brings
out nuances of tone and meaning that students might not otherwise
notice or understand. Ryan sections his commentary into units of
convenient length for classroom use, with short summaries at the
head of each section to orient the reader.
Never straying far from the text itself, Ryan provides useful
historical glosses and annotations for the student, introducing
information ranging from the architecture of the Lyceum to Athenian
politics. Further historical and philosophical context is provided
in the introduction by Mary Louise Gill, who outlines the issues
addressed in the "Phaedrus "and situates it in relation to Plato's
other dialogues.
THE WAY FORWARD challenges conventional thinking, outlines his
political vision for 2014 and beyond, and shows how essential
conservatism is for the future of our nation. Beginning with a
careful analysis of the 2012 election - including a look at the
challenge the GOP had in reaching a majority of voters and the
prevalence of identity politics - Ryan examines the state of the
Republican party and dissects its challenges going forward. THE WAY
FORWARD also offers a detailed critique of not only President Obama
but of the progressive movement as a whole - its genesis, its
underlying beliefs and philosophies, and how its policies are
steering the country to certain ruin. Culminating in a plan for the
future, WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? argues that the Republican Party
is and must remain a conservative party, emphasising conservatism
in a way that demonstrates how it can modernise and appeal to both
our deepest concerns and highest ideals.
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