William Simon argues that we can only make sense of our sexuality within the larger project of understanding our humanity. This book will be essential reading for all those with an interest in sexuality.

The first edition of Sexual Conduct, published in 1973, swiftly became a landmark text in the sociology of sexuality. It went on to profoundly shape the ideas of several generations of scholars and has become the foundation text of what is now known as the "social constructionist" approach to sexuality. The present edition, revised, updated, and containing new introductory and concluding materials, introduces a classic text to a new generation of students and professionals.Traditional view...

This pioneering book was one of the first to describe the use of advanced mathematical methods in the life sciences. Used widely in one-semester courses, it assumes only elementary calculus and proceeds rapidly, but in a complete and self-contained way, through techniques essential to medicine and biology. Some techniques are unique to this volume and others emphasize the chemical and physical principles underlying biological processes. Less emphasis is given to formal solutions than to me...

From a millennial media maker and award-winning social critic, an accessible, straightforward, and remarkable guide that “invites us beyond the old stories we’ve told about ourselves, and into the wonder of our dreams, hopes, and love—so we can find our truth and purpose” (Glennon Doyle, New York Times bestselling author) for a generation paralyzed by the pressures of life.Behind the glossy Instagram pictures, many people in their 20s and 30s are living fr...

While traditional welfare efforts have waned, a new style of social policy implementation has emerged dramatically in recent decades. The new style is reflected in a panoply of Community Economic Development (ced) initiatives—efforts led by locally-based organizations to develop housing, jobs, and business opportunities in low-income neighborhoods.In this book William H. Simon provides the first comprehensive examination of the evolution of Community Economic Development, complete w...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the modern world, the demands of our professional lives can often feel like an unrelenting storm, battering us with unending responsibilities, tight deadlines, and high expectations.As we navigate the turbulent waters of our careers, it's all too easy to find ourselves adrift in the treacherous sea of burnout. The phenomenon of burnout is not a mere buzzword; it's a real and pervasive issue that affects indiv...

'Hilarious, heart-wrenching and packed with British music history.' - COLDPLAYA Virgin Radio Book of the YearIt's a life-and-near-death story. But whose life? And whose near-death?As a one-time NME journalist, former Xfm radio presenter, toilet-circuit promoter and the founder of enduring homespun British record label Fierce Panda, Simon Williams has been at the cutting, cutting, cutting edge of all things 'indie' for over ...

Simon Williams' incredible story shows how Jesus Christ transformed his life from a cycle of addiction and imprisonment to freedom and a meaningful future.Every now and then he notices how his life seems to have been protected and cared for. But who is looking out for him?Imprisonment does not change him, and he ends up back in prison in the UK. When his home life begins to break down, he tries to wean himself off his old habits - but can't. In despair, he ...

'Hilarious, heart-wrenching and packed with British music history.' - COLDPLAYA Virgin Radio Book of the YearIt's a life-and-near-death story. But whose life? And whose near-death?As a one-time NME journalist, former Xfm radio presenter, toilet-circuit promoter and the founder of enduring homespun British record label Fierce Panda, Simon Williams has been at the cutting, cutting, cutting edge of all things 'indie' for over thirty years....

This book explores the concept of disfluency in speech production, particularly as it occurs in the context of second language acquisition. Drawing on examples from learner speech at three levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced), the author argues that acquiring target language norms for performing disfluency is essential to an individual being recognized as fluent in a language by fellow-speakers. Starting with a survey of the psycholinguistic research in this area, he then applies a...

The Kite Who Was Scared Of Heights' is a picture book for children of all ages, from four to 84. It stars a small child called Scout and a kite who is scared of heights who meets the car who was scared to go far and the boat who was scared to float in a tale of perilous perils, dangerous dangers and chasing shadows out of dark corners. "A great story about overcoming your fears." Chris Martin (Coldplay)

This book is written with the intent to shed light on the issue of lawful marriage according to the Creator. Not only does it address grounds for divorce, but also fornication, marital unfaithfulness, covenants, circumcision, sons of God, Christianity, the Way, multiple wives, the eligibility of a marriage partner, the taking of another man's wife, and committing adultery with one's own spouse. And finally, leaving one's parents and becoming one flesh.All these topics are crucial t...