Ornette Coleman, Psychoanalysis, Discourse develops tools from psychoanalysis for the analysis of Ornette Coleman's discourse.In this psychoanalytic, philosophical and musical meditation on what it means to follow, A. L. James presents an approach to the analysis of discourse that is a kind of listening for listening – an attempt to discern in and between the lines of Coleman's speech the implication of new ways to listen, new ways to experience Coleman’s music as...

The Guts of the Matter is a study of our oldest ecological problem: the transmission of infectious intestinal disease from human waste. Spanning the early hominin era to the present, this book explores the evolution of human waste disposal practices, the use of faeces and urine as fertilizer, and the changing patterns of transmission of intestinal pathogens and parasites. Chapters trace the spread of viral, bacterial, and helminthic infections through the early processes of globalization a...

The Long Struggle against Malaria in Tropical Africa investigates the changing entomological, parasitological and medical understandings of vectors, parasites and malarial disease that have shaped the programs of malaria control and altered the transmission of malarial infections. It examines the history of malaria control and eradication in the contexts of racial thought, population movements, demographic growth, economic change, urbanization, warfare and politics. It will be useful for s...

Who could resist London? A place to make a fortune. But the riots and the Occupy demonstrations of the dry summer of 2011 cast their shadow over the lives of four people. Adam gets caught up in it all and his life changes forever. Ileana has come from Romania to earn a living. Damien has already made his fortune, but it hasn’t brought him happiness and Lauren is trying to make her living as a photographer in the city. This powerful novel draws you swiftly into the inner lives and emotions ...

How to nurture creativity in tomorrow’s innovators—today’s college studentsWhen asked what they want colleges to emphasize most, employers didn’t put science, computing, math, or business management first. According to AAC&U’s 2013 employer survey, 95% of employers give hiring preference to college graduates with skills that will enable them to contribute to innovation in the workplace. In Engaging Imagination: Helping Students Become Creative and Reflective Th...

Work-Life Advantage analyses how employer-provision of ‘family-friendly’ working arrangements - designed to help workers better reconcile work, home and family - can also enhance firms’ capacities for learning and innovation, in pursuit of long-term competitive advantage and socially inclusive growth.Brings together major debates in labour geography, feminist geography, and regional learning in novel ways, through a focus on the shifting boundaries between work, home...

Chance encounters and life changing events are at the heart of these 19 stories. Paul believes he will never recover from the death of his wife until he meets one of her former friends. Despite his daughters’ anxieties, a relationship begins to develop. The grandfather in the title story reluctantly tells his grandson how he lost an eye in the battle of the Somme. A soldier involved in the D. Day landings makes a promise to his friend. Grace, living in a residential home, struggles to sepa...

Global Health in Africa is a first exploration of selected histories of global health initiatives in Africa. The collection addresses some of the most important interventions in disease control, including mass vaccination, large-scale treatment and/or prophylaxis campaigns, harm reduction efforts, and nutritional and virological research.The chapters in this collection are organized in three sections that evaluate linkages between past, present, and emergent. Part I, “Looking Back...

Immerse yourself in a captivating tapestry of dreams, where the boundaries of reality blur and the imagination takes flight. "Dreams Collection 1" presents a mesmerizing anthology of stories and poems by literary masters such as James Stephens, Edgar Allan Poe, and H.P. Lovecraft. From ethereal visions to haunting nightmares, this collection explores the enigmatic realm of dreams, where the subconscious whispers secrets and the impossible becomes tangible. Prepare to be transported to a wo...

Prepare to be captivated by a symphony of words in "Short Poetry Collection 177 (Unabridged)." This anthology gathers the finest works from renowned poets James Bramston, et al., offering a diverse tapestry of emotions, themes, and styles. From poignant sonnets to whimsical limericks, each poem is a testament to the power of language to evoke, inspire, and transport. Immerse yourself in this literary treasure and discover the timeless beauty of poetry.

Immerse yourself in the lyrical tapestry of "Short Poetry Collection 189 (Unabridged)," a timeless anthology that captures the essence of human emotion and experience. From the whimsical musings of James Whitcomb Riley to the poignant verses of Emily Dickinson, this collection showcases the diverse voices and perspectives of renowned poets. Each poem is a miniature masterpiece, inviting readers to delve into the depths of love, loss, nature, and the human condition. Prepare to be captivate...

In commemoration of the 700th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, this collection of essays explores the enduring legacy of this foundational document. Leading scholars, including James Bryce, delve into the historical context, legal significance, and enduring principles of the Magna Carta. From its origins in medieval England to its influence on constitutionalism and human rights around the world, these essays provide a comprehensive examination of the charter's profound impact...