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This volume is a call for integrity in autoethnographic research.
Stephen Andrew weaves together philosophy, critical theory, and
extended self-reflections to demonstrate how and why qualitative
researchers should assess the ethical quality of their work. He
also offers practical tools designed to limit the likelihood of
self-indulgence and solipsism in first-person writing. Equally
instructive and exemplary, his work: Is written in a relatable
style that draws readers in and encourages them to think critically
about the implications and effects of their writing. Examines the
history of qualitative and autoethnographic research. Provides
implementable strategies for textualizing lived experiences and
relationships with others.
This volume is a call for integrity in autoethnographic research.
Stephen Andrew weaves together philosophy, critical theory, and
extended self-reflections to demonstrate how and why qualitative
researchers should assess the ethical quality of their work. He
also offers practical tools designed to limit the likelihood of
self-indulgence and solipsism in first-person writing. Equally
instructive and exemplary, his work: Is written in a relatable
style that draws readers in and encourages them to think critically
about the implications and effects of their writing. Examines the
history of qualitative and autoethnographic research. Provides
implementable strategies for textualizing lived experiences and
relationships with others.
The field of generic hearing impairment is one where rapid advances
are taking place, and it can often be difficult for Audiologists to
keep track of the broader picture. In this important new text the
authors take a synoptic approach and summarize the causes and basis
of hearing impairments, the impact on the individual and the
therapies available, and the benefits and potential benefits of
current developments.
At its peak the Italian Army contributed 2.5 million troops to the
Axis war effort of World War II (1939-1945). English-speaking
readers tend to think of this army in terms of the North African
campaign; but far more Italian troops served in other theatres.
They invaded, and later bore the major burden of occupying, the
Balkan countries; and Italy sent 250,000 troops to fight on the
Russian Front. In this, the first of a three-part study, Philip
Jowett covers the European theatre - including Russia - from 1940
to Italy's armistice with the Allies in 1943. Many interesting
uniforms, a number of them new to most readers, are meticulously
illustrated by Stephen Andrew.
This book is a thorough, practical review of the challenges facing
clinicians treating skin microbes and how to combat these
therapeutic dilemmas. It expresses the critical public health
concern of antimicrobial resistance and shows how microorganisms
are developing the ability to halt the progress of antimicrobials
like antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals. Chapters are grouped
together in five sections for ease of use. The first three sections
of the book convey foundational information on the mechanisms of
antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals resistance, as well as the
implications of lack of vaccination. The fourth section then turns
to the specifics of drug resistance for protozoan and helminth
infections focusing primarily on initial and subsequent resistance
to treatment. The book closes with a discussion on the potential
solutions of innovative therapy including new delivery mechanisms,
broad-spectrum antibiotics, phytocompounds, and biofilms. Chapters
feature magnified, microscopic photos for identifying structures as
they appear on the skin. Part of the Updates in Clinical
Dermatology series, Overcoming Antimicrobial Resistance of the Skin
is an important resource relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic, and
is written for all medical healthcare professionals.
On 1 September 1939, when Germany attacked Poland, the Wehrmacht
numbered 3,180,000 men. It eventually expanded to 9,500,000, and on
8-9 May 1945, the date of its unconditional surrender on the
Western and Eastern Fronts, it still numbered 7,800,000. The
Blitzkrieg period, from 1 September 1939 to 25 June 1940, was 10
months of almost total triumph for the Wehrmacht, as it defeated
every country, except Great Britain, that took the field against
it. In this first of five volumes examining the German Army of
World War II (1939-1945), Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and
insignia of Hitler's Blitzkrieg forces, including an overview of
the Blitzkrieg campaign itself.
The newest addition to Concord's Warrior series is this title from
Gordon Rottman. The accomplished author examines the typical German
soldier as he appeared as Blitzkrieg was unleashed upon an
under-prepared and overconfident Western Europe. The coverage
extends from the abrupt end of the British-labeled Phony War (or
Sitting War [Sitzkrieg] as the Germans called it) through to the
victory parades in France after the successful conclusion of the
campaign. The much-vaunted French Army had 78 divisions and 2,235
tanks, this latter figure being more than Germany itself possessed.
Hitler launched his attack, codenamed Case Yellow (Fall Gelb), in
the early hours of 10 May 1940. By the 17th, Brussels had fallen,
and by the 19th discussions were already beginning about the
possibility of withdrawing the British Expeditionary Force (BEF)
from France. German troops entered Paris on 14 June, with an
armistice surrendering France finally being signed on 22 June. This
stunning and swift victory did not come cheaply, though, with
Germany suffering 27,000 dead, 18,000 missing, and 111,000 wounded.
This volume shows the triumphant German soldier as he is engaged in
this campaign in the West. The black and white photos reveal
interesting details about uniforms, weapons, equipment, and in some
cases, even vehicles. The photos each receive informative captions
that provide useful background details. Another feature is the four
color plates by Stephen Andrew. These portray various types of
soldiers with helpful notes about their uniforms and weapons. This
is a handy volume and will be especially useful to modelers or
military historians wanting to see German soldiers in action in the
early-war period. The combination of photos, illustrations and
photos provide a valuable introduction to this interesting but
often neglected period of WWII.
From Connecticut to California, Native American tribes have entered
the gambling business, some making money and nearly all igniting
controversy. The image of the "casino Indian" is everywhere. Some
observers suspect corruption or criminal ties, or have doubts about
tribal authenticity. Many tribes disagree, contending that Indian
gaming has strengthened tribal governments and vastly improved the
quality of reservation life for American Indians. This book
provides the clearest and most complete account to date of the laws
and politics of Indian gaming. Steven Light and Kathryn Rand
explain how it has become one of today's most politically charged
phenomena: at stake are a host of competing legal rights and
political interests for tribal, state, and federal governments. As
Indian gaming grows, policymakers struggle with balancing its
economic and social costs and benefits. Light and Rand emphasize
that tribal sovereignty is the very rationale that allows Indian
gaming to exist, even though U.S. law subjects that sovereignty to
strict congressional authority and compromised it even further
through the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988. Their book
describes Indian gaming and explores today's hottest political
issues, from the Pequots to the Plains Indians, with examples that
reflect a wide range of tribal experience: from hugely successful
casinos to gambling halls with small markets and low grosses to
tribes that chose not to pursue gaming. Throughout, they contend
that tribal sovereignty is the key to understanding Indian gaming
law and politics and guiding policy reform-and that Indian gaming
even represents a unique opportunity for the emergence of tribal
self-determination. As political pressure on tribes to concede to
state interests grows, this book offers a practical approach to
policy reform with specific recommendations for tribal, federal,
state, and local policymakers. Meticulously argued, Indian Gaming
and Tribal Sovereignty provides an authoritative look at one of
today's most vexing issues, showing that it's possible to establish
a level playing field for all concerned while recognizing the
measure of sovereignty-and fairness-to which American Indians are
entitled.
"The Language of Jesus: Introducing Aramaic" is a brief
introduction to general facts about the Aramaic language. Bible
scholars have determined that Aramaic was the language spoken by
Jesus Christ. This book lists the evidence from the Bible,
archeology and other ancient records that have led them to this
conclusion. Examining the words of Jesus in his native language
gives us a deeper understanding of the Messiah and his message.
"The Language of Jesus: Introducing Aramaic" serves an important
introduction to Aramaic biblical studies and to the last surviving
native speakers of the Aramaic language, the Assyrian Christians of
Mesopotamia.
Organizational aesthetics, both as a body of theory and a method of inquiry, is a rapidly expanding area of the organizational sciences. The Aesthetics of Organization accessibly draws key contributions delineating the emerging parameters of the field. It explains the significance of concepts devised by postmodern thinkers, through which emerge meaning and order in organizations. Methodological problems associated with investigations of the aesthetic are also highlighted so the reader can identify and understand the importance of recent ideas on vision, perspective and periphery for learning in organizations. Through the contributions of leading international theorists, organizational aesthetics is defined in greater historical and theoretical depth, with a broad conceptual and practical range which academics will find invaluable.
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