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The doctrine of materialism is one of the most controversial in the
history of ideas. For much of its history it has been aligned with
toleration and enlightened thinking, but it has also aroused
strong, often violent, passions amongst both its opponents and
proponents. This book explores the development of materialism in an
engaging and thought-provoking way and defends the form it takes in
the twenty-first century. Opening with an account of the ideas of
some of the most important thinkers in the materialist tradition,
including Epicurus, Lucretius, Hobbes, Hume, Darwin and Marx, the
authors discuss materialism's origins, as an early form of
naturalistic explanation and as an intellectual outlook about life
and the world in general. They explain how materialism's beginnings
as an imaginative vision of the true nature of things faced a major
challenge from the physics it did so much to facilitate, which now
portrays the microscopic world in a way incompatible with
traditional materialism. Brown and Ladyman explain how out of this
challenge materialism developed into the new doctrine of
physicalism. Drawing on a wide range of colourful examples, the
authors argue that although materialism does not have all the
answers, its humanism and commitment to naturalistic explanation
and the scientific method is our best philosophical hope in the
ideological maelstrom of the modern world.
It is more than a thousand years since the exploitation of the
elephant began.
Winner of the Theoretical Category of the American Board &
Academy of Psychoanalysis Book Prize for best books published in
2016 Psychoanalysis Beyond the End of Metaphysics offers a new
paradigm approach which advocates reengaging the importance of
metaphysics in psychoanalytic theorizing. The emergence of the
relational trend has witnessed a revitalizing influx of new ideas,
reflecting a fundamental commitment to the principle of dialogue.
However, the transition towards a more pluralistic discourse
remains a work in progress, and those schools of thought not
directly associated with the relational shift continue to play only
a marginal role. In this book, Robin S. Brown argues that for
contemporary psychoanalysis to more adequately reflect a clinical
ethos of pluralism, the field must examine the extent to which a
theoretical commitment to the notion of relationship can grow
restrictive. Suggesting that in the very effort to negotiate
theoretical biases, psychoanalytic practice may occlude a more
adequate recognition of its own evolving assumptions, Brown
proposes that the profession's advance requires a return to first
principles. Arguing for the fundamental role played by faith in
supporting the emergence of consciousness, this work situates
itself at the crossroads of relational, Jungian, and transpersonal
approaches to the psyche. Psychoanalysis Beyond the End of
Metaphysics will be of significant interest to all
psychodynamically oriented clinicians, alongside scholars of depth
psychology and the philosophy of mind. It will also be helpful to
advanced and postgraduate students of psychoanalysis seeking to
orient themselves in the field at present.
The doctrine of materialism is one of the most controversial in the
history of ideas. For much of its history it has been aligned with
toleration and enlightened thinking, but it has also aroused
strong, often violent, passions amongst both its opponents and
proponents. This book explores the development of materialism in an
engaging and thought-provoking way and defends the form it takes in
the twenty-first century. Opening with an account of the ideas of
some of the most important thinkers in the materialist tradition,
including Epicurus, Lucretius, Hobbes, Hume, Darwin and Marx, the
authors discuss materialism's origins, as an early form of
naturalistic explanation and as an intellectual outlook about life
and the world in general. They explain how materialism's beginnings
as an imaginative vision of the true nature of things faced a major
challenge from the physics it did so much to facilitate, which now
portrays the microscopic world in a way incompatible with
traditional materialism. Brown and Ladyman explain how out of this
challenge materialism developed into the new doctrine of
physicalism. Drawing on a wide range of colourful examples, the
authors argue that although materialism does not have all the
answers, its humanism and commitment to naturalistic explanation
and the scientific method is our best philosophical hope in the
ideological maelstrom of the modern world.
A sweet and funny LGBTQ+ romance perfect for fans of Becky
Albertalli and Julie Murphy, from the critically acclaimed author
of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit! Piper Kitts is
spending the summer living with her grandmother, training at the
barn of a former Olympic horseback rider, and trying to get over
her ex-girlfriend. Much to Piper's dismay, her grandmother is
making her face her fear of driving by taking lessons from a girl
in town. Kat Pearson has always suspected that she likes girls but
fears her North Carolina town is too small to color outside the
lines. But when Piper's grandmother hires Kat to give her driving
lessons, everything changes. Piper's not sure if she's ready to let
go of her ex. Kat's navigating uncharted territory with her new
crush. With the summer running out, will they be able to unlock a
future together? "Piper and Kat are imperfect, but always trying
their best-aren't we all?-and Brown had me rooting for them all the
way through this sweet, slow burn romance. Their triumphs, their
blunders, and the way they swing between confidence and self-doubt
are utterly relatable."-Misa Sigura, award-winning author of It's
Not Like It's a Secret
This book explores how a deeper engagement with the theme of
spirituality can challenge and stimulate contemporary
psychoanalytic discourse. Bringing relational psychoanalysis into
conversation with Jungian and transpersonal debates, the text
demonstrates the importance of questioning an implicit reliance on
secular norms in the field. With reference to recognition theory
and shifting conceptions of enactment, Brown shows that the
continued evolution of relational thinking necessitates an embrace
of the transpersonal and a move away from the secular viewpoint in
analytic theory and practice. With an outlook at the intersection
of intrapsychic and intersubjective perspectives, Groundwork for a
Transpersonal Psychoanalysis will be a valuable resource to
analysts looking to incorporate a more pluralistic approach to
clinical work.
This book explores how a deeper engagement with the theme of
spirituality can challenge and stimulate contemporary
psychoanalytic discourse. Bringing relational psychoanalysis into
conversation with Jungian and transpersonal debates, the text
demonstrates the importance of questioning an implicit reliance on
secular norms in the field. With reference to recognition theory
and shifting conceptions of enactment, Brown shows that the
continued evolution of relational thinking necessitates an embrace
of the transpersonal and a move away from the secular viewpoint in
analytic theory and practice. With an outlook at the intersection
of intrapsychic and intersubjective perspectives, Groundwork for a
Transpersonal Psychoanalysis will be a valuable resource to
analysts looking to incorporate a more pluralistic approach to
clinical work.
Winner of the Theoretical Category of the American Board &
Academy of Psychoanalysis Book Prize for best books published in
2016 Psychoanalysis Beyond the End of Metaphysics offers a new
paradigm approach which advocates reengaging the importance of
metaphysics in psychoanalytic theorizing. The emergence of the
relational trend has witnessed a revitalizing influx of new ideas,
reflecting a fundamental commitment to the principle of dialogue.
However, the transition towards a more pluralistic discourse
remains a work in progress, and those schools of thought not
directly associated with the relational shift continue to play only
a marginal role. In this book, Robin S. Brown argues that for
contemporary psychoanalysis to more adequately reflect a clinical
ethos of pluralism, the field must examine the extent to which a
theoretical commitment to the notion of relationship can grow
restrictive. Suggesting that in the very effort to negotiate
theoretical biases, psychoanalytic practice may occlude a more
adequate recognition of its own evolving assumptions, Brown
proposes that the profession's advance requires a return to first
principles. Arguing for the fundamental role played by faith in
supporting the emergence of consciousness, this work situates
itself at the crossroads of relational, Jungian, and transpersonal
approaches to the psyche. Psychoanalysis Beyond the End of
Metaphysics will be of significant interest to all
psychodynamically oriented clinicians, alongside scholars of depth
psychology and the philosophy of mind. It will also be helpful to
advanced and postgraduate students of psychoanalysis seeking to
orient themselves in the field at present.
The 1980s was a decade of upheaval unprecedented since the
conclusion of World War Two. In 1980 superpower detente had been
abandoned and there was no sign of an end to the competition and
conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union. By the end
of the decade, however, the Cold War was officially declared to
have ended. The suddeness and rapidity of change took most
observers by surprise, and led many to reassess their assumptions
about global politics. This volume brings together a number of
scholars who review their own ideas alongside the writing of others
to discuss how well their International Relations theories have
survived the collapse of the Cold War. It asks a number of
questions about how the Cold War should be conceptualised: why
theorists overlooked the potential for change in Eastern Europe;
why the Soviet Union shifted its foreign policy; the contribution
of radical and feminist theory; and the future of International
Relations theory itself.
Nominated for the Lambda Literary Award! "An evocative story of the
thrills of first love and the anguish of first loss. This will
break you and heal you." -Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times
bestselling author of Dumplin' Not to be missed by fans of Nina
LaCour and Becky Albertalli, this powerful novel-from the acclaimed
author of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit-paints a
poignant portrait of love in the past, grief in the now, and the
healing power of art. Before: Jess has always struggled with the
fire inside her. But when she meets Vivi, everything changes. As
they fall for each other, Vivi helps Jess deal with her anger and
pain and encourages her to embrace her artistic talent. And
suddenly Jess's future is a blank canvas, filled with
possibilities. After: When Vivi unexpectedly dies, Jess's perfect
world is erased. As she spirals out of control, Jess pushes away
everyone around her and throws out her plans for art school.
Because art is Vivi and Vivi is gone forever. Right when Jess feels
at her lowest, she makes a surprising friend who just might be able
to show her a new way to channel her rage, passion, and creativity.
But will Jess ever be able to forge a new path for herself without
Vivi? A beautiful exploration of first love and first loss, this
novel effortlessly weaves together past and present to tell a
profound story about how you can become whole again when it seems
like you've lost the most important part of yourself.
A sweet and funny LGBTQ+ romance perfect for fans of Becky
Albertalli and Julie Murphy, from the critically acclaimed author
of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit! Piper Kitts is
spending the summer living with her grandmother, training at the
barn of a former Olympic horseback rider, and trying to get over
her ex-girlfriend. Much to Piper's dismay, her grandmother is
making her face her fear of driving by taking lessons from a girl
in town. Kat Pearson has always suspected that she likes girls but
fears her North Carolina town is too small to color outside the
lines. But when Piper's grandmother hires Kat to give her driving
lessons, everything changes. Piper's not sure if she's ready to let
go of her ex. Kat's navigating uncharted territory with her new
crush. With the summer running out, will they be able to unlock a
future together? "Piper and Kat are imperfect, but always trying
their best-aren't we all?-and Brown had me rooting for them all the
way through this sweet, slow burn romance. Their triumphs, their
blunders, and the way they swing between confidence and self-doubt
are utterly relatable."-Misa Sigura, award-winning author of It's
Not Like It's a Secret
Inclusive and equity-minded pedagogy is inspired by a rich array of
theories including Black feminist thought, critical race theory,
cultural humility, cultural competence, disabilities studies,
universal design for learning, and critical information literacy.
When we base our instruction on inclusive and equitable pedagogies,
we endeavor to connect authentically with students as well as to
connect classroom learning to the context of their lives. We share
power with students, centering them and their varied learning
preferences, and strive to create a culture of care, empathy, and
humility both in and out of the classroom. When we clearly share
our objectives and expectations for a learning experience, students
may better understand us and the learning context we aspire to
create. Â In Exploring Inclusive & Equitable Pedagogies:
Creating Space for All Learners, seven thorough sections across two
volumes examine: Â Anti-Racist Approaches Intentional
Information Literacy Engendering Care and Empathy Community
Building Universal Design for Learning: An Important Benchmark
Instructor Identity and Positionality Professional Development
 Chapters cover topics including dismantling, reexamining,
and reconstructing notions of authority in information literacy
instruction; teaching technology inclusively; using primary sources
to research queer and feminist histories; cocreating knowledge
practices with students; prioritizing accessibility in synchronous
and asynchronous learning environments; cultural humility, funds of
knowledge, and information literacy instruction with
first-generation students; designing and managing inclusive group
projects; and much more. Â To become the instructors our
students need, we must adopt the mindsets and develop the
underlying skills to enact inclusive and equitable teaching and
learning. Exploring Inclusive & Equitable Pedagogies offers
reflections, practices, and models that deepen our collective
understanding of equitable and inclusive theories and practices and
present new grounding for both our individual teaching and our
instruction programs.
Inclusive and equity-minded pedagogy is inspired by a rich array of
theories including Black feminist thought, critical race theory,
cultural humility, cultural competence, disabilities studies,
universal design for learning, and critical information literacy.
When we base our instruction on inclusive and equitable pedagogies,
we endeavor to connect authentically with students as well as to
connect classroom learning to the context of their lives. We share
power with students, centering them and their varied learning
preferences, and strive to create a culture of care, empathy, and
humility both in and out of the classroom. When we clearly share
our objectives and expectations for a learning experience, students
may better understand us and the learning context we aspire to
create. In Exploring Inclusive & Equitable Pedagogies: Creating
Space for All Learners, seven thorough sections across two volumes
examine: Â Anti-Racist Approaches Intentional Information
Literacy Engendering Care and Empathy Community Building Universal
Design for Learning: An Important Benchmark Instructor Identity and
Positionality Professional Development  Chapters cover
topics including dismantling, reexamining, and reconstructing
notions of authority in information literacy instruction; teaching
technology inclusively; using primary sources to research queer and
feminist histories; cocreating knowledge practices with students;
prioritizing accessibility in synchronous and asynchronous learning
environments; cultural humility, funds of knowledge, and
information literacy instruction with first-generation students;
designing and managing inclusive group projects; and much more.
 To become the instructors our students need, we must adopt
the mindsets and develop the underlying skills to enact inclusive
and equitable teaching and learning. Exploring Inclusive &
Equitable Pedagogies offers reflections, practices, and models that
deepen our collective understanding of equitable and inclusive
theories and practices and present new grounding for both our
individual teaching and our instruction programs.
Jandy Nelson's The Sky Is Everywhere meets Sarah Dessen's This
Lullaby in this sexy and poignant debut novel about family,
friendships, and first romance, which Kirkus Reviews praised,
saying, "Southern charm oozes off the page." Amber Vaughn is a good
girl. She sings solos at church, babysits her nephew after school,
and spends Friday nights hanging out at her best friend Devon's
house. But when she learns about an audition at a prestigious arts
school, Amber decides that her dream-to sing on bigger stages-could
also be her ticket to a new life. Devon's older brother, Will,
helps Amber prepare for her one chance to try out. The more time
Will and Amber spend together, the more complicated their
relationship becomes ...and Amber starts to wonder if she's such a
good girl, after all. Then, in an afternoon, the bottom drops out
of her family's world-and Amber is faced with an impossible choice
between her promise as an artist and the people she loves. Amber
always thought she knew what a good girl would do. But between
right and wrong, there's a whole world of possibilities.
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Cooma Skies
Robin Brown
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R226
Discovery Miles 2 260
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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The latest in a series on post-medieval burial produced by MOLA,
this volume reports on three non-Church of England burial grounds
in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, excavated between 2004 and
2010. It looks at over 1350 burials of Baptists, Roman Catholics
and Nonconformists, the majority of whom died in 1820-54, and
examines the archaeological and osteological evidence, along with
the historical and documentary sources. The discussions aim to
place the three populations within the wider context of
19th-century London and Britain, with the findings well illustrated
and fully tabulated throughout.
The incredible story of Marco Polo's journey to the ends of the
earth has for the last seven hundred years been beset by doubts as
to its authenticity. Did this intrepid Venetian really trek across
Asia minor as a teenager, explore the length and breadth of China
as the ambassador of the ruthless dictator, Kublai Khan, and make
his escape from almost certain death at the hands of Kublai Khan's
successors? Robin Brown's book aims to get to the truth of Marco
Polo's claims. Covering his early life, his extraordinary
twenty-four-year Asian epic and his reception in Italy on his
return, Marco Polo places the intrepid Venetian in context,
historically and geographically. What emerges confirms the truth of
Polo's account. Polo, scholars now agree, opened vistas to the
medieval mind and stirred the interest in exploration that prompted
the age of the European ocean voyages. All who now enjoy the fruits
of Marco Polo's incredible journey through Asia - whether in the
form of spectacles, fireworks, pasta or any of the many products of
the Silk Road - will find in Robin Brown-Lowe's book a fascinating
portrait of a man who made history happen by bringing about the
meeting of East and West.
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