Simon Steinhardt's Books

Heart of Darkness

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe

By: Jeremiah P. Ostriker,Simon Mitton

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Heart of Darkness

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe

By: Jeremiah P. Ostriker,Simon Mitton

Humanity's ongoing quest to unlock the secrets of dark matter and dark energy Heart of Darkness describes the incredible saga of humankind's quest to unravel the deepest secrets of the universe. Over the past forty years, scientists have learned that two little-understood components—dark matter and dark energy—comprise most of the known cosmos, explain the growth of all cosmic structure, and hold the key to the universe's fate. The story of how evidence for the so-called "Lambda-Cold Dark Matter" model of cosmology has been gathered by generations of scientists throughout the world is told here by one of the pioneers of the field, Jeremiah Ostriker, and his coauthor Simon Mitton. From humankind's early attempts to comprehend Earth's place in the solar system, to astronomers' exploration of the Milky Way galaxy and the realm of the nebulae beyond, to the detection of the primordial fluctuations of energy from which all subsequent structure developed, this book explains the physics and the history of how the current model of our universe arose and has passed every test hurled at it by the skeptics. Throughout this rich story, an essential theme is emphasized: how three aspects of rational inquiry—the application of direct measurement and observation, the introduction of mathematical modeling, and the requirement that hypotheses should be testable and verifiable—guide scientific progress and underpin our modern cosmological paradigm. This monumental puzzle is far from complete, however, as scientists confront the mysteries of the ultimate causes of cosmic structure formation and the real nature and origin of dark matter and dark energy.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

328

Publisher

Princeton University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0691258937

ISBN 13

9780691258935

Multiverse Theories

A Philosophical Perspective

By: Simon Friederich

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Multiverse Theories

A Philosophical Perspective

By: Simon Friederich

At the intersection of physics and philosophy of science, this book outlines the philosophical challenge to theoretical physics in a measured, well-grounded manner. Cosmologists, high energy physicists, and philosophers including graduate students and researchers will find a systematic exploration of such questions in this important book.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

215

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

1108487122

ISBN 13

9781108487122

Jewish Cultural Studies

By: Simon J. Bronner

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Jewish Cultural Studies

By: Simon J. Bronner

Defines the distinctive field of Jewish cultural studies and its basis in folkloristic, psychological, and ethnological approaches. Jewish Cultural Studiescharts the contours and boundaries of Jewish cultural studies and the issues of Jewish culture that make it so intriguing—and necessary—not only for Jews but also for students of identity, ethnicity, and diversity generally. In addition to framing the distinguishing features of Jewish culture and the ways it has been studied, and often misrepresented and maligned, Simon J. Bronner presents several case studies using ethnography, folkloristic interpretation, and rhetorical analysis. Bronner, building on many years of global cultural exploration, locates patterns, processes, frames, and themes of events and actions identified as Jewish to discern what makes them appear Jewish and why. Jewish Cultural Studiesis divided into three parts. Part 1 deals with the conceptualization of how Jews in complex, heterogenous societies identify themselves as a cultural group to non-Jews and vice versa—such as how the Jewish home is socially and materially constructed. Part 2 delves into ritualization as a strategic Jewish practice for perpetuating peoplehood and the values that it suggests—for example, the rising popularity of naming ceremonies for newborn girls, simhat bat or zeved habat, in the twenty-first century. Part 3 explores narration, including the global transformation of Jewish joking in online settings and the role of Jews in American political culture. Bronner reflects that a reason to separate Jewish cultural studies from the fields of Jewish studies and cultural studies is the distinctiveness of Jewish culture among other ethnic experiences. As a diasporic group with religious ties and varying local customs, Jews present difficulties of categorization. He encourages a multiperspectival approach that considers the Jewish double consciousness as being aware of both insider and outsider perspectives, participation in ancient tradition and recent modernization, and the great variety and stigmatization of Jewish experience and cultural expression. Students and scholars in Jewish studies, cultural studies, ethnic-religious studies, folklore, sociology, psychology, and ethnology are the intended audience for this book.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

480

Publisher

Wayne State University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0814338763

ISBN 13

9780814338766

Introducing Teachers’ Writing Groups

Exploring the theory and practice

By: Jenifer Smith,Simon Wrigley

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Introducing Teachers’ Writing Groups

Exploring the theory and practice

By: Jenifer Smith,Simon Wrigley

Teachers’ writing groups have a significantly positive impact on pupils and their writing. This timely text explains the importance of teachers’ writing groups and how they have evolved. It outlines clearly and accessibly how teachers can set up their own highly effective writing groups. In this practical and informative book, the authors: share the thinking and practice that is embodied by teachers’ writing groups provide practical support for teachers running a group or wishing to write for themselves in order to inform their practice cover major themes such as: the relationship between writing teachers and the teaching of writing; writing as process and pleasure; writing and reflective practice; writing journals and the writing workshop. The authors provide a rationale for the development of writing groups for teachers and for ways of approaching writing that support adult and child writers and this rationale informs the ideas for writing throughout the book. All writing and teaching suggestions have been extensively tried and tested by class teachers, and will be of enormous interest to any teacher or student teacher wishing to run their own successful writing group.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

162

Publisher

Routledge

Published Date

ISBN 10

131763232X

ISBN 13

9781317632320

The Hedge Fund Mirage

The Illusion of Big Money and Why It's Too Good to Be True

By: Simon A. Lack

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

The Hedge Fund Mirage

The Illusion of Big Money and Why It's Too Good to Be True

By: Simon A. Lack

The dismal truth about hedge funds and how investors can get a greater share of the profits Shocking but true: if all the money that's ever been invested in hedge funds had been in treasury bills, the results would have been twice as good. Although hedge fund managers have earned some great fortunes, investors as a group have done quite poorly, particularly in recent years. Plagued by high fees, complex legal structures, poor disclosure, and return chasing, investors confront surprisingly meager results. Drawing on an insider's view of industry growth during the 1990s, a time when hedge fund investors did well in part because there were relatively few of them, The Hedge Fund Mirage chronicles the early days of hedge fund investing before institutions got into the game and goes on to describe the seeding business, a specialized area in which investors provide venture capital-type funding to promising but undiscovered hedge funds. Today's investors need to do better, and this book highlights the many subtle and not-so-subtle ways that the returns and risks are biased in favor of the hedge fund manager, and how investors and allocators can redress the imbalance. The surprising frequency of fraud, highlighted with several examples that the author was able to avoid through solid due diligence, industry contacts, and some luck Why new and emerging hedge fund managers are where generally better returns are to be found, because most capital invested is steered towards apparently safer but less profitable large, established funds rather than smaller managers that evoke the more profitable 1990s Hedge fund investors have had it hard in recent years, but The Hedge Fund Mirage is here to change that, by turning the tables on conventional wisdom and putting the hedge fund investor back on top.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

208

Publisher

John Wiley & Sons

Published Date

ISBN 10

1118164318

ISBN 13

9781118164310

The Jews of the Middle East and North Africa

The Impact of World War II

By: Reeva Spector Simon

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

The Jews of the Middle East and North Africa

The Impact of World War II

By: Reeva Spector Simon

Incorporating published and archival material, this volume fills an important gap in the history of the Jewish experience during World War II, describing how the war affected Jews living along the southern rim of the Mediterranean and the Levant, from Morocco to Iran. Surviving the Nazi slaughter did not mean that Jews living in the Middle East and North Africa were unaffected by the war: there was constant anti-Semitic propaganda and general economic deprivation; communities were bombed; and Jews suffered because of the anti-Semitic Vichy regulations that left them unemployed, homeless, and subject to forced labor and deportation to labor camps. Nevertheless, they fought for the Allies and assisted the Americans and the British in the invasion of North Africa. These men and women were community leaders and average people who, despite their dire economic circumstances, worked with the refugees attempting to escape the Nazis via North Africa, Turkey, or Iran and connected with international aid agencies during and after the war. By 1945, no Jewish community had been left untouched, and many were financially decimated, a situation that would have serious repercussions on the future of Jews in the region. Covering the entire Middle East and North Africa region, this book on World War II is a key resource for students, scholars, and general readers interested in Jewish history, World War II, and Middle East history.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

261

Publisher

Routledge

Published Date

ISBN 10

1000227944

ISBN 13

9781000227949

Understanding Deep Learning

By: Simon J.D. Prince

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Understanding Deep Learning

By: Simon J.D. Prince

An authoritative, accessible, and up-to-date treatment of deep learning that strikes a pragmatic middle ground between theory and practice. Deep learning is a fast-moving field with sweeping relevance in today’s increasingly digital world. Understanding Deep Learning provides an authoritative, accessible, and up-to-date treatment of the subject, covering all the key topics along with recent advances and cutting-edge concepts. Many deep learning texts are crowded with technical details that obscure fundamentals, but Simon Prince ruthlessly curates only the most important ideas to provide a high density of critical information in an intuitive and digestible form. From machine learning basics to advanced models, each concept is presented in lay terms and then detailed precisely in mathematical form and illustrated visually. The result is a lucid, self-contained textbook suitable for anyone with a basic background in applied mathematics. Up-to-date treatment of deep learning covers cutting-edge topics not found in existing texts, such as transformers and diffusion models Short, focused chapters progress in complexity, easing students into difficult concepts Pragmatic approach straddling theory and practice gives readers the level of detail required to implement naive versions of models Streamlined presentation separates critical ideas from background context and extraneous detail Minimal mathematical prerequisites, extensive illustrations, and practice problems make challenging material widely accessible Programming exercises offered in accompanying Python Notebooks

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

544

Publisher

MIT Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0262377101

ISBN 13

9780262377102

Power and Progress

Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity

By: Daron Acemoglu,Simon Johnson

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Power and Progress

Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity

By: Daron Acemoglu,Simon Johnson

The bestselling co-author of Why Nations Fail and the bestselling co-author of 13 Bankers deliver a bold reinterpretation of economics and history that will fundamentally change how you see the world A thousand years of history and contemporary evidence make one thing clear: progress depends on the choices we make about technology. New ways of organizing production and communication can either serve the narrow interests of an elite or become the foundation for widespread prosperity. The wealth generated by technological improvements in agriculture during the European Middle Ages was captured by the nobility and used to build grand cathedrals, while peasants remained on the edge of starvation. The first hundred years of industrialization in England delivered stagnant incomes for working people. And throughout the world today, digital technologies and artificial intelligence undermine jobs and democracy through excessive automation, massive data collection, and intrusive surveillance. It doesn’t have to be this way. Power and Progress demonstrates the path of technology was once—and may again—be brought under control. Cutting-edge technological advances can become empowering and democratizing tools, but not if all major decisions remain in the hands of a few hubristic tech leaders. With their bold reinterpretation of economics and history, Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson fundamentally change how we see the world, providing the vision needed to redirect innovation so it again benefits most people.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

593

Publisher

PublicAffairs

Published Date

ISBN 10

1541702557

ISBN 13

9781541702554

The Error World

An Affair with Stamps

By: Simon Garfield

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

The Error World

An Affair with Stamps

By: Simon Garfield

An obsessively readable memoir about the passions—and perils—of collecting, from the New York Times–bestselling author of Just My Type. From the Penny Red to the Blue Mauritius, generations of collectors have been drawn to the mystique of rare stamps. Once a widespread pastime of schoolboys, philately has increasingly become the province of older men obsessed with the shrewd investment, the once-in-a-lifetime find, the one elusive beauty that will complete a collection and satisfy an unquenchable thirst. As a boy, Simon Garfield collected errors—rare pigment misprints that create ghostly absences in certain stamps. Then, in his mid-forties, this passion reignited—and it began to consume him. In the span of a couple of years, he amassed a collection of errors worth upwards of forty thousand British pounds. But as he was pursuing this secret passion, he was also pursuing a romantic one—while his marriage disintegrated. In this unique memoir, Simon Garfield twines the story of his philatelic obsession with an honest, engrossing exploration of the rarities and absences that both limit and define us. The end result is a thoughtful, funny, and enticing meditation on the impulse to possess.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

261

Publisher

HMH

Published Date

ISBN 10

0547586701

ISBN 13

9780547586700

Cognitive Dynamic Systems

Perception-action Cycle, Radar and Radio

By: Simon Haykin

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Cognitive Dynamic Systems

Perception-action Cycle, Radar and Radio

By: Simon Haykin

A groundbreaking book from Simon Haykin, setting out the fundamental ideas and highlighting a range of future research directions.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

323

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0521114365

ISBN 13

9780521114363

Orthogonal Polynomials on the Unit Circle

By: Barry Simon

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Orthogonal Polynomials on the Unit Circle

By: Barry Simon

This two-part volume gives a comprehensive overview of the theory of probability measures on the unit circle, viewed especially in terms of the orthogonal polynomials defined by those measures. A major theme involves the connections between the Verblunsky coefficients (the coefficients of the recurrence equation for the orthogonal polynomials) and the measures, an analog of the spectral theory of one-dimensional Schrödinger operators. Among the topics discussed along the way are the asymptotics of Toeplitz determinants (Szegő's theorems), limit theorems for the density of the zeros of orthogonal polynomials, matrix representations for multiplication by (CMV matrices), periodic Verblunsky coefficients from the point of view of meromorphic functions on hyperelliptic surfaces, and connections between the theories of orthogonal polynomials on the unit circle and on the real line. The book is suitable for graduate students and researchers interested in analysis.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

610

Publisher

American Mathematical Soc.

Published Date

ISBN 10

082184864X

ISBN 13

9780821848647

Heart of Darkness

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe

By: J. P. Ostriker,Simon Mitton

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Heart of Darkness

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe

By: J. P. Ostriker,Simon Mitton

Heart of Darkness describes the incredible saga of humankind's quest to unravel the deepest secrets of the universe. Over the past thirty years, scientists have learned that two little-understood components--dark matter and dark energy--comprise most of the known cosmos, explain the growth of all cosmic structure, and hold the key to the universe's fate."--Jacket.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

326

Publisher

Princeton University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0691134308

ISBN 13

9780691134307

International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Treaties, Cases, and Analysis

By: Francisco Forrest Martin,Stephen J. Schnably,Richard Wilson,Jonathan Simon,Mark Tushnet

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

Treaties, Cases, and Analysis

By: Francisco Forrest Martin,Stephen J. Schnably,Richard Wilson,Jonathan Simon,Mark Tushnet

International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law: Treaties, Cases, and Analysis introduces the reader to the international legal instruments and case law governing the substantive and procedural dimensions of international human rights and humanitarian law, including economic, social, and cultural rights. The book, which was originally published in 2006, also discusses the history and organisational structure of human rights and humanitarian law enforcement mechanisms. A chapter is devoted a chapter to the issues surrounding the incorporation of international law into U.S. law, including principles of constitutional and statutory interpretation, conflict rules, and the self-execution doctrine. Questions and comments sections provide critical analyses of issues raised in the materials. The last chapter addresses theoretical issues facing contemporary international human rights and humanitarian law and its enforcement.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

1028

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

1139448935

ISBN 13

9781139448932

Price Management

Strategy, Analysis, Decision, Implementation

By: Hermann Simon,Martin Fassnacht

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Price Management

Strategy, Analysis, Decision, Implementation

By: Hermann Simon,Martin Fassnacht

In this book, the world’s foremost experts on pricing integrate theoretical rigor and practical application to present a comprehensive resource that covers all areas of the field. This volume brings together quantitative and qualitative approaches and highlights the most current innovations in theory and practice. Going beyond the traditional constraints of “price theory” and “price policy,” the authors coined the term “price management” to represent a holistic approach to pricing strategy and tactical implementation. They remind us that the Ancient Romans used one word, pretium, to mean both price and value. This is the fundamental philosophy that drives successful price management where producer and customer meet. Featuring dozens of examples and case studies drawn from their extensive research, consulting, and teaching around the world, Simon and Fassnacht cover all aspects of pricing following the price management process with its four phases: strategy, analysis, decision, and implementation. Thereby, the authors take into account the nuances across industry sectors, including consumer goods, industrial products, services, and trade/distribution. In particular, they address the implications of technological advancements, such as the Internet and new measurement and sensor technologies that have led to a wealth of price management innovations, such as flat rates, freemium, pay-per-use, or pay-what-you-want. They also address the emergence of new price metrics, Big Data applications, two-sided price systems, negative prices, and the sharing economy, as well as emerging payment systems such as bitcoin. The result is a “bible” for leaders who recognize that price is not only a means to drive profit in the short term, but a tool to generate sustained growth in shareholder value over the longer term, and a primer for researchers, instructors, and students alike. Praise for Price Management “This book is truly state of the art and the most comprehensive work in price management.” - Prof. Philip Kotler, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University “This very important book builds an outstanding bridge between science and practice.“ - Kasper Rorsted, CEO, Adidas “This book provides practical guidelines on value creation, communication and management, which is an imperative for businesses to survive in the coming era of uncertainty.” - Dr. Chang-Gyu Hwang, Chairman and CEO, KT Corporation (Korea Telecom)

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

569

Publisher

Springer

Published Date

ISBN 10

3319994565

ISBN 13

9783319994567

Galaxy Formation and Evolution

By: Houjun Mo,Frank van den Bosch,Simon White

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Galaxy Formation and Evolution

By: Houjun Mo,Frank van den Bosch,Simon White

A coherent introduction for researchers in astronomy, particle physics, and cosmology on the formation and evolution of galaxies.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

841

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published Date

ISBN 10

0521857937

ISBN 13

9780521857932

Underneath the Bragg Peaks

Structural Analysis of Complex Materials

By: Takeshi Egami,Simon J.L. Billinge

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Underneath the Bragg Peaks

Structural Analysis of Complex Materials

By: Takeshi Egami,Simon J.L. Billinge

Underneath the Bragg Peaks: Structural Analysis of Complex Materials focuses on the structural determination of crystalline solids with extensive disorder. Well-established methods exist for characterizing the structure of fully crystalline solids or fully disordered materials such as liquids and glasses, but there is a dearth of techniques for the cases in-between, crystalline solids with internal atomic and nanometer scale disorder. Egami and Billinge discuss how to fill the gap using modern tools of structural characterization. This problem is encountered in the structural characterization of a surprisingly wide range of complex materials of interest to modern technology and is becoming increasingly important. Takeshi Egami received the 2003 Eugene Bertram Warren Diffraction Physics Award for the work described in the book. The authors received 2010 J. D. Hanawalt Award from the International Union of Crystallography largely based on the success of this book. - Introduces a unique method to study the atomic structure of nanomaterials - Lays out the basic theory and methods of this important emerging technique - The first edition is considered the seminal text on the subject

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

505

Publisher

Newnes

Published Date

ISBN 10

0080971415

ISBN 13

9780080971414

Handbook on Array Processing and Sensor Networks

By: Simon Haykin,K. J. Ray Liu

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Handbook on Array Processing and Sensor Networks

By: Simon Haykin,K. J. Ray Liu

A handbook on recent advancements and the state of the art in array processing and sensor Networks Handbook on Array Processing and Sensor Networks provides readers with a collection of tutorial articles contributed by world-renowned experts on recent advancements and the state of the art in array processing and sensor networks. Focusing on fundamental principles as well as applications, the handbook provides exhaustive coverage of: wavelets; spatial spectrum estimation; MIMO radio propagation; robustness issues in sensor array processing; wireless communications and sensing in multi-path environments using multi-antenna transceivers; implicit training and array processing for digital communications systems; unitary design of radar waveform diversity sets; acoustic array processing for speech enhancement; acoustic beamforming for hearing aid applications; undetermined blind source separation using acoustic arrays; array processing in astronomy; digital 3D/4D ultrasound imaging technology; self-localization of sensor networks; multi-target tracking and classification in collaborative sensor networks via sequential Monte Carlo; energy-efficient decentralized estimation; sensor data fusion with application to multi-target tracking; distributed algorithms in sensor networks; cooperative communications; distributed source coding; network coding for sensor networks; information-theoretic studies of wireless networks; distributed adaptive learning mechanisms; routing for statistical inference in sensor networks; spectrum estimation in cognitive radios; nonparametric techniques for pedestrian tracking in wireless local area networks; signal processing and networking via the theory of global games; biochemical transport modeling, estimation, and detection in realistic environments; and security and privacy for sensor networks. Handbook on Array Processing and Sensor Networks is the first book of its kind and will appeal to researchers, professors, and graduate students in array processing, sensor networks, advanced signal processing, and networking.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

924

Publisher

John Wiley & Sons

Published Date

ISBN 10

0470487054

ISBN 13

9780470487051

California with Kids

By: George McDonald,Carey Simon

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

California with Kids

By: George McDonald,Carey Simon

California with Kids is the book for traveling parents, providing all the information needed to plan successful family trips throughout California. The authors, both California mothers, have selected hotels, restaurants and attractions that appeal and cater to children.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

628

Publisher

Prentice Hall

Published Date

ISBN 10

013332057X

ISBN 13

9780133320572

Trafficking Culture

New Directions in Researching the Global Market in Illicit Antiquities

By: Simon Mackenzie,Neil Brodie,Donna Yates,Christos Tsirogiannis

Write a review Read reviews Take a Quiz Solve Book Puzzle

Trafficking Culture

New Directions in Researching the Global Market in Illicit Antiquities

By: Simon Mackenzie,Neil Brodie,Donna Yates,Christos Tsirogiannis

Trafficking Culture outlines current research and thinking on the illicit market in antiquities. It moves along the global trafficking chain from ‘source’ to ‘market’, identifying the main roles and routines involved. Using original research, the authors explore the dynamics of this ‘grey’ market, where legal and illegal goods are mixed and conflated. It compares and contrasts this illicit trade with other ‘transnational criminal markets’, such as the illegal trades in wildlife and diamonds. The analytical frames of organized crime and white-collar crime, drawn from criminology, provide a fresh perspective on a problem that has tended to be seen as archaeological, rather than criminological. Bringing insights from both disciplines together, this book represents a productive discourse between experts in these two fields, working together for several years to produce the evidence base that is reported here. Innovative forms of regulation are the most productive way to explore crime control in this field, and this book provides a series of propositions about practical crime reduction measures for the future. It will be invaluable to academics working in the fields of archaeology, criminology, art history, museum studies, and heritage. The book will also be a vital resource for professionals in the field of cultural property protection and preservation.

Average ratings

N/A

Write a review

Solve jigsaw puzzle

Age

Page Count

262

Publisher

Routledge

Published Date

ISBN 10

1315532190

ISBN 13

9781315532196

Book's by Simon Steinhardt

Username

Password

Password again

Birthday

Email