The essays in this volume rethink Much Ado About Nothing from the standpoint of the New Awareness. Scholars today are by necessity both the products and the producers of this awareness. Moreover, the essays in this collection touch upon problems that are germane to the political climate today and similar to the concerns reflected in this play. Three essays discuss epistemology and determining real information from its simulation. Other essays concern issues that are central to the #MeToo M...

A young woman sneaks her way into a magical baking contest but gets pulled into an elusive aristocrat's lavish world and his nefarious plan as rebellion brews in their city—for fans of This Woven Kingdom."Anna Mercier’s debut is your next obsession.” —Emily J. Taylor, New York Times-bestselling author of Hotel MagnifiqueIn Anespérer, where magic comes alive through artistic skill, Elara Rousseau k...

SELECTED FOR BARACK OBAMA´S SUMMER READING LISTWINNER OF THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2021A GUARDIAN and THE TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR´This slight book is an extraordinarily powerful exploration of what happens to the souls of men sent to kill and be killed´ The Times, Historical Fiction Books of the Year´Extraordinary... full of sadness, rage and beauty´ Sarah Waters

Environmental management involves making decisions about the governance of natural resources such as water, minerals or land, which are inherently decisions about what is just or fair. Yet, there is little emphasis on justice in environmental management research or practical guidance on how to achieve fairness and equity in environmental governance and public policy. This results in social dilemmas that are significant issues for government, business and community agendas, causing conflict be...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.This second volume of curated children’s classics will take you on a rhyming journey with elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos in Just So Stories; delve into the wor...

From haunting ghost stories to classic fairy tales, Going Public … In Shorts! is a collection of forty classic and lesser-known works by history's greatest writers.Among the stories included are "The Death of a Government Clerk," Anton Chekhov's defining vignette; "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," Mark Twain's comedic story that earned him national fame; "The Gift of the Magi," O. Henry's masterful Christmastime tale about love and sacrifice; and "The Stor...

A collection of engaging essays on some of the most significant figures in cyberpunk culture, this outstanding guide charts the rich and varied landscape of cyberpunk from the 1970s to present day.The collection features key figures from a variety of disciplines, from novelists, critical and cultural theorists, philosophers, and scholars, to filmmakers, comic book artists, game creators, and television writers. Important and influential names discussed include: J. G. Ballard, Jean ...

The deep and personal story—told through history, poetry, and images—of the forced displacement of the Sámi people from their homeland in northern Norway and Sweden and its reverberations todayMore than a hundred years have passed since the Sámi were forcibly displaced from their homes in northern Norway and Sweden, a hundred years since Elin Anna Labba’s ancestors and relations drove their reindeer over the strait to the mainland for the last time. The place where...

In this companion, an international range of contributors examine the cultural formation of cyberpunk from micro-level analyses of example texts to macro-level debates of movements, providing readers with snapshots of cyberpunk culture and also cyberpunk as culture.With technology seamlessly integrated into our lives and our selves, and social systems veering towards globalization and corporatization, cyberpunk has become a ubiquitous cultural formation that dominates our twenty-fi...

This omnibus edition contains eight of the most loved children's books of all time. Your child will treasure this magical book throughout their childhood. Included are 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz', 'Black Beauty', 'The Wind in the Willows', 'The Adventures of Pinocchio', 'The Story of Doctor Dolittle', 'The Song of Hiawatha', 'Heidi', and 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. This book will keep children captivated for hours on end and provided them with magical memories to last a life time....

Lonely Planet's Scandinavia is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Be awed by the aurora borealis, explore waterfalls in Iceland and be inspired by innovative Scandinavian design; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Scandinavia Travel Guide:Lon...

The Greatest Christmas Novels in One Volume (Illustrated) is a captivating anthology that weaves the magical essence of Christmas through a rich tapestry of storytelling. Embracing themes of hope, kindness, and the spirit of giving, this collection showcases a splendid diversity of literary styles ranging from poignant narratives to heartwarming family tales, all set in the context of the 19th and early 20th centuries. With standout pieces featuring enchanted adventures, Victorian holiday ...