A novel theoretical development of the combination of insights into feminist theory and postphenomenology.While there has been growing interest in feminist theory within the philosophy of technology, there remains a lack of works dedicated to this focus. There has been greater success in integrating a focus on issues of gender feminist studies in the related (and larger) fields of philosophy of science and STS. The interdisciplinary and pluralistic nature of postph...

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Ecolinguistics is a comprehensive guide focusing upon the expanding field of ecolinguistics and its investigations of the role of language in the life-sustaining interactions of humans, other species, and the more-than-human world. The collection explores topics such as climate change discourse, representations of plants and animals, relationships with land, ecotourism, language education in the Anthropocene and much more, in addition to comprehensive ov...

Fantastical, but also horrifying at times, this collection of eleven essays delves deep into the topics of Horror in the long-running and acclaimed series, Doctor Who.Since the beginning of its first season, the long-running British series, Doctor Who, has had audiences “hiding behind the sofa.” While the widely acclaimed series stands as an icon of science fiction media, the show has also, since its beginning, engaged audiences in horror tropes, ...

This fascinating new study from renowned historian Robert Forczyk tells the story of the Wehrmacht from its birth in 1935 through to the German occupation of Czechoslovakia in 1938.Adolf Hitler rose to power in 1933 on the back of a populist agenda, and a promise to lead the nation back to unity, stability and prosperity. A key part of that was his promise to restore Germany's military which had been reduced to little more than a well-armed police force by the prov...

The iconic Star Trek actor, known for playing Captain Kirk, and New York Times –bestselling author delivers a unique, moving memoir in poems and lyrics.You know him from his voyages on the Starship Enterprise, as veteran cop T. J. Hooker, and Boston Legal lawyer Denny Crane. He's starred in his own one-man show on Broadway and has collaborate...

Just like a magician, spiritual guide or modern-day witch, poets use their craft to tap into the inherent power of language as an agent of change, willing words to construct and alter reality through intentional acts and performances.Through an examination of the linguistic, historical, and affective poetics of magic, this book shows how pragmatic magical practices from the ancient and Medieval worlds, and poetry from the English Romantics to the present day, lever...

“Down to the Underwear – Hunting Scenes in Department Stores” was the headline in Der Spiegel in 1985. Shoplifting had reached unprecedented levels. A technical solution was needed. Vacuumschmelze provided it.This book tells the story of German industry through the example of Vacuumschmelze, a medium-sized company based in Hanau. Over more than 100 years, VAC evolved from an idea and a patent into one of the leading global players in industrial decarbonization. For decades, the com...

Not a blueprint but a source of insight, this book reveals how the people behind Galois Inc. built a thriving company without managers, using principles over policies and trust-based collaboration, proving you can create successful organizations that reflect your deepest values.This practical guide shares insights from 25 years of organizational experimentation, showing how to establish effective conversational practices, build collaborative workflows, implement distributed decisio...

Explore the storied history of American whiskey through more than 70 bourbon- and rye-based cocktail recipes, from award-winning author and New York Times and Wall Street Journal cocktail and spirits writer Robert Simonson.A must-have for whiskey enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados, Bourbon and Rye Cocktails chronicles the rich, centuries-long history of American whiskey and offers a curated collection of expertly crafted cocktails....

A companion to the best-selling, award-winning Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids, this storybook Bible follows the life of Jesus from His birth through His resurrection and ascension. The Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids: Jesus Stories includes Jesus's teachings, parables, miracles, and more! Each of the 52 stories will help kids get to know Jesus as their Savior and Friend.Key Features:● Includes 52 beautifully illustrated stories from the Gospel...

The story of haiku’s global journey, from Japan to every culture and languageA century and a half ago, almost no one outside of Japan had heard of the haiku. Even in Tokyo some people regarded these tiny poems with disdain. Today they are the world’s most widely known poetic form, cherished and reviled in equal measure. At their best, haiku are highly attentive to the moment and describe the world with pinpoint accuracy; at their worst, they can be trite and cloyin...

How to develop and sustain research university leadership from the inside out, from a seasoned academic leader at both MIT and Boston University.America’s research universities are the bedrock of the US innovation ecosystem, supplying the knowledge and the graduates we need to drive our economy and lead our society. Fighting Fires and Building Flywheels tells the inspiring story of former president Robert Brown’s 35-plus years in academic leadership at bot...