Author: Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427023980
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Selections from Previous Works
Author: Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427023980
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Selections From Previous Works
Author: Samuel ButlerPublisher: The Floating Press
ISBN: 1776591232
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
Whether you're a long-time fan of British author Samuel Butler (best known for his shrewd satire of utopian fiction, Erewhon) or you're just diving into his diverse body of work, this omnibus collection is an engaging read that's sure to catch and hold your interest. It contains excerpts from both his fiction and his non-fiction and serves as a suitable overview of his unique oeuvre.
Selections from Eliza Leslie
Author: Eliza LesliePublisher: U of Nebraska Press
ISBN: 0803238096
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
Best known for her culinary and domestic guides and the award-winning short story “Mrs. Washington Potts,” Eliza Leslie deserves a much more prominent place in contemporary literary discussions of the nineteenth century. Her writing, known for its overtly moralistic and didactic tones—though often presented with wit and humor—also provides contemporary readers with a nuanced perspective for understanding the diversity among American women in Leslie’s time. Leslie’s writing serves as a commentary on gender ideals and consumerism; presents complicated constructions of racial, national, and class-based identities; and critiques literary genres such as the Gothic romance and the love letter. These criticisms are exposed through the juxtaposition of her fiction and nonfiction instructive texts, which range from lessons on literary conduct to needlework; from recipes for American and French culinary dishes to travel sketches; from songs to educational games. Demonstrating the complexity of choices available to women at the time, this volume enables readers to see how Leslie’s rhetoric and audience awareness facilitated her ability to appeal to a broad swath of the nineteenth-century reading public.
Selection of Reports and Papers of the House of Commons
Author: Society and Knowledge
Author: Volker MejaPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1351489259
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
The sociology of knowledge is generally seen as part of the sociology of cultural products. Along with the sociology of science, it explores the social character of science and in particular the social production of scientific knowledge. Knowledge in all its varieties is of crucial importance in social, political, and economic relations in modern society. Yet new realities, the editors argue in their introduction to this second edition, require a new perspective.In the past half century, the social role of knowledge has changed profoundly. The natural attitude toward scientific knowledge in science that assigned a special status to science's knowledge claims has lost its dominance, and the view that all knowledge is socially constructed has gained general acceptance. Science increasingly influences the political agenda in modern societies. Consequently, a new political field has emerged: knowledge politics.These fourteen essays by social scientists, philosophers, and historians cover fundamental issues, theoretical perspectives, knowledge and power, and empirical studies. Eight of the fourteen contributions were part of the first edition of Society and Knowledge, published in 1984, and most of these have been updated and revised for this new edition. Included in this edition are six new contributions by Robert K. Merton, Steve Fuller, Dick Pels, Nico Stehr, Barry Schwartz, and Michael Lynch.This second, revised edition builds on its predecessor in presenting cutting-edge theoretical and empirical efforts to transform the sociology of knowledge. Professionals, policymakers, and graduate students in the fields of sociology, political science, and social science will find this volume of interest and importance.
Society and Knowledge
Author: Donald N. LevinePublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1351489240
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 719
Book Description
The sociology of knowledge is generally seen as part of the sociology of cultural products. Along with the sociology of science, it explores the social character of science and in particular the social production of scientific knowledge. Knowledge in all its varieties is of crucial importance in social, political, and economic relations in modern society. Yet new realities, the editors argue in their introduction to this second edition, require a new perspective.In the past half century, the social role of knowledge has changed profoundly. The natural attitude toward scientific knowledge in science that assigned a special status to science's knowledge claims has lost its dominance, and the view that all knowledge is socially constructed has gained general acceptance. Science increasingly influences the political agenda in modern societies. Consequently, a new political field has emerged: knowledge politics.These fourteen essays by social scientists, philosophers, and historians cover fundamental issues, theoretical perspectives, knowledge and power, and empirical studies. Eight of the fourteen contributions were part of the first edition of Society and Knowledge, published in 1984, and most of these have been updated and revised for this new edition. Included in this edition are six new contributions by Robert K. Merton, Steve Fuller, Dick Pels, Nico Stehr, Barry Schwartz, and Michael Lynch.This second, revised edition builds on its predecessor in presenting cutting-edge theoretical and empirical efforts to transform the sociology of knowledge. Professionals, policymakers, and graduate students in the fields of sociology, political science, and social science will find this volume of interest and importance.
A Selection from the Writings of the Reformers and Early Protestant Divines of the Church of England
Author: Legh RichmondPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Suffering
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
A Treatise Upon the Law of Copyright
Author: Evan James MacGillivrayPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
Evan James MacGillivray's 'A Treatise Upon the Law of Copyright' is a comprehensive exploration of the legal complexities surrounding copyright law. Written in a clear and concise style, the book delves into the historical origins of copyright, its evolution over time, and the modern-day implications for creators and consumers alike. MacGillivray's detailed analysis of case law and statutes provides readers with a thorough understanding of the legal framework governing intellectual property rights. As an experienced intellectual property lawyer, MacGillivray brings a wealth of knowledge to his writing. His expertise in copyright law is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for students, academics, and legal professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of this complex field. MacGillivray's passion for protecting the rights of creators shines through in his meticulous research and insightful commentary. I highly recommend 'A Treatise Upon the Law of Copyright' to anyone interested in the legal aspects of intellectual property. MacGillivray's expertise and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for those looking to navigate the intricate world of copyright law.
Erewhon Revisited Twenty Years Later, Both by the Original Discoverer of the Country and by His Son
Author: Samuel ButlerPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
'Erewhon Revisited Twenty Years Later, Both by the Original Discoverer of the Country and by His Son' is a satirical novel by Samuel Butler. Erewhon, set in a thinly disguised New Zealand, ended with the escape of its unnamed protagonist from the native Erewhonians by balloon. In this book, narrated by his son John, we are told that our hero's name is Higgs. Higgs returns to Erewhon and meets his former lover Yram, who is now the mother of his son George. He discovers that he is now worshiped as "the Sunchild", his escape having been interpreted as an ascension into heaven, and that a church of Sunchildism has sprung up. He finds himself in danger from the villainous Professors Hanky and Panky, who are determined to protect Sunchildism from him. With George's help Higgs escapes from their clutches and returns to England.
Image and Signal Processing
Author: Abderrahim ElmoatazPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 3642136818
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 618
Book Description
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Image and Signal Processing, ICISP 2010, held in Québec, Canada June 30 - July 2, 2010. The 69 revised full papers were carefully selected from 165 submissions. The papers presented are organized in topical sections on Image Filtering and Coding, Pattern Recognition, Biometry, Signal Processing, Video Coding and Processing, Watermarking and Document Processing, Computer Vision and Biomedical Applications.