The archaeology of lake settlement in Ireland is rich, complex and intriguing and could provide us with many new insights into the settlement and environment of the Irish landscape since earliest times. The results presented here are the first step in a major new research program designed to investigate this fascinating aspect of Ireland's past.
Lavishly illustrated and beautifully designed, this brand new textbook covers selected topics from the Leaving Certificate Art History and Appreciation syllabus in full and comprehensive detail. An accessible text that focuses on appreciating, understanding and enjoying art history All significant movements in the history of art are covered: Pre-Christian, Early Christian and Georgian Ireland; Medieval and Renaissance Europe and Impressionism Appreciating Art topics focus on enjoying art but are also designed to encourage a personal response from students Film Studies and Product Design are explored and insight offered into themes and ideas behind the paintings in Ireland's foremost galleries and works of public art Up-to-date, fully researched material, reflecting contemporary commentary and the current focus of the exam Promotes the use of correct terms and appropriate language to describe artworks Beautiful reproductions to complement the written text in all areas Digital FlipBook available offering you the opportunity to present the detail in Appreciating Art to your class, with full zoom facility and extra features, bringing art to life Language level accessible to both Higher Level and Ordinary Level students End-of-chapter short and essay-style questions to assist both Higher Level and Ordinary Level students with exam preparation, homework and revision
This book describes the crannog of Coolure Demesne, Lough Derravaragh, Co. Westmeath, and places it within its archaeological and landscape setting. The crannog is both a significant and an enigmatic addition to the range of archaeological sites to be found in the Irish midlands and has, until now, received relatively little scholarly attention. Notable for its rich early medieval and medieval artefactual assemblage, significant location and impressive structural form, the site was an obvious candidate for further investigation.Much of this study relates to a primary field season conducted by the authors during the summer of 2004 and funded under the Heritage Council's archaeological grant scheme of that year. The opportunity to present these preliminary findings in a monograph form has also allowed the authors to reflect more widely on the surrounding landscape. The broader intention is that this publication will form part of an emerging suite of work relating to Lough Derravaragh and its environs specifically and the archaeological landscapes of the early medieval kingdom of Mide more generally.
Containing the detail required by both the Higher and Ordinary Level student, this second edition of the bestselling Appreciating Art combines text and images in a modern, fresh layout, with accessible language. Learning intentions in each unit clearly outlinestudent expectations Chapter reviews contain thought-provoking questions and refer back to learning objectives, encouraging students to reflect on and extend learning Further research weblinks provide opportunities to develop learning and enable independent research Definition boxes clearly explain important terms Note! feature contains supplementary information and art history background information Detailed annotations for key artworks help flag important information in a visual way Rich level of detail equips students with the key information needed for both the Higher and Ordinary Level courses Formal analysis of artworks are in line with recent exam question style Exam questions throughout focus students' attention and prepare them for the exam Section 3 has been updated to include additional material on Graphic Design, Fashion, Interior Design, The Built Environment and Visual Merchandising New material added on Irish art in the 19th and 20th centuries and European art in the 20th century A dedicated Exam Guide at the end of the book contains an exam checklist, guidance, and hints and tips on revising for the exam A glossary of key art terms with definitions is provided DiIGITAL RESOURCES Teacher and student digital resources are available on GillExplore.ie, our digital resources platform, including: * Bonus material for: The 11th and 12th Centuries: The Irish Romanesque Period (Hiberno- Romanesque) Irish Art in the 19th and 20th Centuries European Art in the 20th Century Design Film Studies FREE eBook with this textbook!
Are you "only as good as your last game"? Is it really just a matter of "keeping your eye on the ball"? Pure Sport: Practical Sport Psychology explains in everyday language the whys and wherefores of contemporary sport psychology – pinpointing what works and what doesn’t when it comes to performance enhancement. As the title suggests, Pure Sport goes back to basics by highlighting practical concerns for those who are involved with competitive sport at every level – from junior club to international élite. Drawing on their considerable experience as both academic researchers and applied sport psychologists, the authors present a powerful array of techniques for channelling and harnessing mental skills with the goal of improving sporting performance. The interventions that they describe have all been tried and tested in competitive settings, but here, for the first time, the psychological techniques underlying them are brought together in a single volume that uniquely blends sound theory with good practice. Liberally sprinkled with practical examples, evocative photographs and clear diagrams, Pure Sport is essential reading for anyone with an active involvement or interest in sport. It will help coaches, teams and sports people alike to develop their mental edge and so realise their true potential in sport and through sport.
This book addresses the question: how effective are countries in promoting the innovation needed to facilitate an energy transition? At the heart of the book is a set of empirical case studies covering supply and demand side technologies at different levels of maturity in a variety of countries. The case studies are set within an analytical framework encompassing the functions of technological innovation systems and innovation metrics. The book concludes with lessons and recommendations for effective policy intervention.
The new third edition of A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology is the only textbook in the field that provides a detailed overview of key theories, concepts and findings within the discipline of sport psychology, as well as a critical perspective that examines and challenges these core foundations. Fully revised and updated, the new edition covers key research findings affecting both participation and performance in sport, including topics such as motivation, anxiety, emotional coping, concentration, mental imagery, expertise and team cohesion. In addition, the book includes a range of helpful features that bring the science to life, including critical thinking exercises, suggestions for student projects and new "In the spotlight" boxes that highlight key advances in theory or practice. A comprehensive glossary is also included, whilst a final chapter examines some new horizons in sport psychology, including embodied cognition and socio-cultural perspectives. Sport is played with the body but often won in the mind; that is the theory. A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology is the definitive textbook for anyone wishing to engage critically with this fascinating idea.
This is the second edition of this wide-ranging survey of EU law. The new edition has been significantly enlarged. Unlike many other EU law books it takes full account not only of the Lisbon Treaty changes to the EU treaties, but also of the fact that the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights now has the same legal value as the EU Treaties. It therefore not only covers the relevant case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union, but also ties that case law into the decisions of the European Court of Human Rights, because it is clear that EU law can only now properly be understood and applied against this background of European fundamental rights jurisprudence. The book sets out very clearly the broad shape of the European Union's legal systems, while also giving the reader a good feel for the policy motivations in the Court of Justice of the European Union and the scope of EU legislative activity. Written in a lively and accessible style, it is an ideal guide for practitioners, whether those coming to the subject for the first time or those already with a background in EU law. Among the additions and changes in this expanded edition the book includes new chapters on the EU and fundamental rights, on commercial agency, on criminal law and on private international law in the EU. It also contains a full treatment of EU equality law. The first edition 'EC Law for UK Lawyers' by Aidan O'Neill and Jason Coppel (ISBN: 9780406024596) was published by Butterworths in 1994.
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