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Selected Papers, with Commentary, of Tony Hilton Royle Skyrme

By: Tony Hilton Royle Skyrme,Gerald Edward Brown

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Selected Papers, with Commentary, of Tony Hilton Royle Skyrme

By: Tony Hilton Royle Skyrme,Gerald Edward Brown

The most important papers of Tony Hilton Royle Skyrme are collected in this volume which also includes commentaries by G. Brown and other articles relating to the life and work of Tony Skryme, R. Dalitz, E. Witten and others. Skyrme's work was brilliant, profound and surprisingly useful. He provided an original solution to the problem of constructing fermions from bosons, formulating the topological soliton model of the nucleon. His two-parameter model of effective interactions in nuclei has yielded a remarkably accurate description of nuclear structure. His α-particle model of nuclei gave deep insights into the structure of important and complicated excited states. This volume is a unique collection of Tony Skyrme's work. It is a must for all physicists in the high energy, nuclear and mathematical physics community.

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World Scientific

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9812795928

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9789812795922

R. S. Thomas

By: Tony Brown

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R. S. Thomas

By: Tony Brown

At his death in 2000, R. S. Thomas was widely considered to be one of the major poets of the English-speaking world, having been nominated for the Nobel prize for Literature. With Dylan Thomas, R. S. Thomas is probably Wales's best-known poet internationally.Tony Brown provides an introduction to R. S. Thomas's life and work, as well as new perspectives and insights for those already familiar with the poetry. His approach is broadly chronological, interweaving life and work in order to evaluate Thomas's poetic achievement. In addition to presenting a full discussion of Thomas's poetry, and its movements over time between personal, spiritual and political concerns, Tony Brown also examines Thomas's contribution to the culture of Wales, not just in his writing but also his political interventions and activism on behalf of Welsh language and culture.

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University of Wales Press

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0708322840

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9780708322840

“Don’t Forget The Pierrots!'' The Complete History of British Pierrot Troupes & Concert Parties

By: Tony Lidington

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“Don’t Forget The Pierrots!'' The Complete History of British Pierrot Troupes & Concert Parties

By: Tony Lidington

• The book demonstrates how a vernacular British performance form emerged as a hybrid of forms from Afro-American and minstrel, as well as French mime and Italian commedia dell’arte roots. • Theatre history is an essential part of theatre and drama courses across the UK and would be recommended reading. • There is no comparable book which makes critical analysis of British pierrot troupes and concert parties in existence – the only ones that do exist on the specific topic are written as reminiscence and anecdote.

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Taylor & Francis

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1000686191

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9781000686197

Gathered From Coincidence

A Singular history of Sixties' pop

By: Tony Dunsbee

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Gathered From Coincidence

A Singular history of Sixties' pop

By: Tony Dunsbee

Combining the personal memories and critical analysis of a self-confessed pop addict with a wealth of contemporary documentary evidence, Gathered From Coincidence reconstructs a truly momentous era to tell the story of the music of the Sixties year by year. By tracing in parallel the origins and development of the recording careers of major talents on both sides of the Atlantic - the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Beach Boys, Bob Dylan, Dusty Springfield and many more besides - this account shows how they traded creativity with one another. All the great Sixties' hits - as well as a host of less well-known gems - are described in the context of the charts of the day, tracking the ups and downs of different trends as they came and went, such as: rock'n'roll, rhythm & blues, psychedelia, modern folk, the concept album or supergroups. But beyond this, each chapter also places the music in a broader historical and cultural setting of landmark events at home and abroad - the space race, the Profumo affair, the Cold War, Vietnam, the growth of satire - to show how, as the decade unfolded, the paths of pop and current affairs drew ever closer together. If you thought the Sixties were just about the fleeting dreams of hippies in the Summer of Love, then think again! This book will open your eyes to a far-reaching imaginative legacy and how it came to shape pop music as a dazzling art form in its own right.

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M-Y Books Limited

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1909908339

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9781909908338

Apathy in Literature: A Discourse on Emotionless Characters and Concepts

By: Tony McCracken

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Apathy in Literature: A Discourse on Emotionless Characters and Concepts

By: Tony McCracken

This discourse focuses on the different concepts of apathy that appear in literature. Not only characterizations of apathetic protagonists, but also abstract concepts of apathy help to explore this special topic. Several important literary works from all sorts of genres function as examples to explain these concepts. Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’, ‘Camus’ ‘The Stranger’, Palahniuk’s ‘Fight Club’, Süskind’s ‘Perfume’, and Dick’s ‘Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?’ are only few of many literary works which are examined under the aspect of apathy in this study. Apathy is the lack of any kind of emotion. As emotions are essential to the conception of the human being, many approaches to understand this phenomenon have been made. The fields of psychology and biology are only two of several sciences which try to explain this phenomenon of alexithymia. But, whereas the core and origin of this human condition are still being analyzed, literature has been using the theme of apathy in several different ways. How this theme is used and which different concepts of apathy exist, will be examined in this discourse.

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Anchor Academic Publishing (aap_verlag)

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3954891123

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9783954891122

England in the World Cup

By: Tony Matthews

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England in the World Cup

By: Tony Matthews

An in-depth study of England's World Cup appearances 1950-2014

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445619660

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The Knutsford Lads Who Never Came Home

By: Tony Davies

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The Knutsford Lads Who Never Came Home

By: Tony Davies

This is the story of over 260 young lads from the Knutsford, Cheshire area who never returned from the Great War. The story of each man has been researched including the use of regimental war diaries telling the story of how they met their end.

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0956829473

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9780956829474

The Forms of Apathy in Literature

By: Tony McCracken

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The Forms of Apathy in Literature

By: Tony McCracken

Bachelor Thesis from the year 2011 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Literature, grade: 1,7, Technical University of Darmstadt, language: English, abstract: This discourse focuses on the different concepts of apathy that appear in literature. Not only characterizations of apathetic protagonists, but also abstract concepts of apathy help to explore this special topic. Several important literary works from all sorts of genres function as examples to explain these concepts. Shakespeare’s "Hamlet", Camus’ "The Stranger", Palahniuk’s "Fight Club", Süskind’s "Perfume" and Dick’s "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" are only few of many literary works which are examined under the aspect of apathy in this work. “Apathy is the lack of any kind of emotion. As emotions are essential to the conception of the human being, many approaches to understand this phenomenon have been made. The fields of psychology and biology are only two of several sciences which try to explain this phenomenon of alexithymia. But whereas the core and origin of this human condition are still being analysed, literature has been using the theme of apathy in several different ways. How this theme is used and which different concepts of apathy exist, will be examined in this discourse.”

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GRIN Verlag

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365641629X

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9783656416296

Physiological Adaptations for Breeding in Birds

By: Tony D. Williams

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Physiological Adaptations for Breeding in Birds

By: Tony D. Williams

Physiological Adaptations for Breeding in Birds is the most current and comprehensive account of research on avian reproduction. It develops two unique themes: the consideration of female avian reproductive physiology and ecology, and an emphasis on individual variation in life-history traits. Tony Williams investigates the physiological, metabolic, energetic, and hormonal mechanisms that underpin individual variation in the key female-specific reproductive traits and the trade-offs between these traits that determine variation in fitness. The core of the book deals with the avian reproductive cycle, from seasonal gonadal development, through egg laying and incubation, to chick rearing. Reproduction is considered in the context of the annual cycle and through an individual's entire life history. The book focuses on timing of breeding, clutch size, egg size and egg quality, and parental care. It also provides a primer on female reproductive physiology and considers trade-offs and carryover effects between reproduction and other life-history stages. In each chapter, Williams describes individual variation in the trait of interest and the evolutionary context for trait variation. He argues that there is only a rudimentary, and in some cases nonexistent, understanding of the physiological mechanisms that underpin individual variation in the major reproductive life-history traits, and that research efforts should refocus on these key unresolved problems by incorporating detailed physiological studies into existing long-term population studies, generating a new synthesis of physiology, ecology, and evolutionary biology.

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Princeton University Press

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0691139822

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Sport and the Military

The British Armed Forces 1880–1960

By: Tony Mason,Eliza Riedi

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Sport and the Military

The British Armed Forces 1880–1960

By: Tony Mason,Eliza Riedi

On battleships, behind the trenches of the Western Front and in the midst of the Desert War, British servicemen and women have played sport in the least promising circumstances. When 400 soldiers were asked in Burma in 1946 what they liked about the Army, 108 put sport in first place - well ahead of comradeship and leave - and this book explores the fascinating history of organised sport in the life of officers and other ranks of all three British services from 1880–1960. Drawing on a wide range of sources, this book examines how organised sport developed in the Victorian army and navy, became the focus of criticism for Edwardian army reformers, and was officially adopted during the Great War to boost morale and esprit de corps. It shows how service sport adapted to the influx of professional sportsmen, especially footballers, during the Second World War and the National Service years.

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Cambridge University Press

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1139788973

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What Has Nature Ever Done For Us?

How Money Really Does Grow On Trees

By: Tony Juniper

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What Has Nature Ever Done For Us?

How Money Really Does Grow On Trees

By: Tony Juniper

From Indian vultures to Chinese bees, Nature provides the 'natural services' that keep the economy going. From the recycling miracles in the soil; an army of predators ridding us of unwanted pests; an abundance of life creating a genetic codebook that underpins our food, pharmaceutical industries and much more, it has been estimated that these and other services are each year worth about double global GDP. Yet we take most of Nature's services for granted, imagining them free and limitless ... until they suddenly switch off. This is a book full of immediate, impactful stories, containing both warnings (such as in the tale of India's vultures, killed off by drugs given to cattle, leading to an epidemic of rabies) but also the positive (how birds protect fruit harvests, coral reefs protect coasts from storms and how the rainforests absorb billions of tonnes of carbon released from cars and power stations). Tony Juniper's book will change whole way you think about life, the planet and the economy

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Profile Books

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184765942X

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The Royal Auxiliary Air Force

Commemorating 100 Years of Service

By: Frances Louise Wilkinson,Tony Freeman

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The Royal Auxiliary Air Force

Commemorating 100 Years of Service

By: Frances Louise Wilkinson,Tony Freeman

Owing its origins to Lord Trenchard’s desire to establish an elite corps of civilians who would serve their country in flying squadrons during their spare time, the Auxiliary Air Force (AAF) was first formed in October 1924. Today, the Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) is the primary reinforcement capability for the regular RAF. It consists of paid volunteers who, at weekends, evenings and holidays, train to support the RAF, particularly in times of national emergency and conflict. This has seen the AAF play important roles in the Battle of Britain, its squadrons claiming 30 per cent of enemy ‘kills’. Other notable achievements by AAF pilots include the first German aircraft destroyed over the British mainland and its territorial waters, the first U-boat to be destroyed with the aid of airborne radar, the first destruction of a V-1 flying bomb, and an AAF squadron claimed the highest score of any British night fighter squadron. It was an AAF squadron which was the first to be equipped with jet-powered aircraft. Receiving ‘Royal’ status in 1947 in recognition of its contribution to victory in the Second World War, the RAuxAF also came to the fore during the Cold War providing home defense as the regular squadrons were shipped to hotspots around the world. In more recent times, squadrons and personnel of the RAuxAF have seen action in Iraq and Afghanistan This book presents, for the first time, the history and development of all the squadrons and units that made up the Auxiliary and the Royal Auxiliary Air Force, including the Balloon Squadrons, the Maritime Headquarters Units, Fighter Control and Radar Reporting Units, Royal Auxiliary Air Force Regiments and of course the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force. These devoted warriors continue to serve alongside the regular forces in defense of the United Kingdom, ready to be called into action whenever their country is in time of need.

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Air World

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1399062204

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9781399062206

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines

Classic Looks with Modern Performance!

By: Tony E. Huntimer

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How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines

Classic Looks with Modern Performance!

By: Tony E. Huntimer

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines shows you how to modify your vintage Ford to accelerate, stop, corner, and ride as good as - if not better than - Detroit's best new high-performance cars. Don't subject your classic Ford to a life of garage time, trailer rides, outdated factory-original performance, and the occasional Sunday cruise - build it to run hard. Author Tony Huntimer uses over 300 photos to show you how to upgrade your engine, drivetrain, chassis, suspension, body, and interior to make your ride a stand-out performer using factory and aftermarket parts. He even covers many Ford-specific upgrades, including the Granada brake swap and the popular Shelby Mod.

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CarTech Inc

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1932494030

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9781932494037

Tunnel-master & Arsonist of the Great War

The Norton-Griffiths Story

By: Tony Bridgland,Anne Morgan

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Tunnel-master & Arsonist of the Great War

The Norton-Griffiths Story

By: Tony Bridgland,Anne Morgan

Sir John Norton-Griffiths was one of a breed of adventurer, pioneer, entrepreneur and soldier whose like is very seldom seen. Having learnt his trade and made his fortune mining the rich seams of south Africa, he turned his expertise to more deadly use in the Great war. He led the gallant miners who burrowed deep under enemy lines with devastating effect.He went on to wreak havoc on the Danube. Always a controversial figure, he died (or was he murdered?) in mysterious circumstances. This is the story of a true maverick who was a formidable force and legend wherever he went.

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Casemate Publishers

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1783034319

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9781783034314

Oldham Athletic A Pictorial History

By: Tony Bugby

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Oldham Athletic A Pictorial History

By: Tony Bugby

The latest title in Amberley Publishing's new Football Pictorial History series.

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1445638789

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Manchester City Player by Player

By: Tony Matthews

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Manchester City Player by Player

By: Tony Matthews

This book explores the history of Manchester City players over the past 125 years.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445617374

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The Liverpool English Dictionary

A Record of the Language of Liverpool 1850-2015 on Historical Principles

By: Tony Crowley

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The Liverpool English Dictionary

A Record of the Language of Liverpool 1850-2015 on Historical Principles

By: Tony Crowley

Know someone with an antwacky stem-winder? Heard the Band of Hope Street? Ever been on a vinegar trip? Do you jangle? Ever met a Cunard yank in the Dingle? Could you pay for a dodger with a joey? Have you heard a maccyowler in a jigger? The Liverpool English Dictionary records the rich vocabulary that has evolved over the past century and a half, as part of the complex, stratified, multi-faceted and changing culture of this singular city. With over 2,000 entries from 'Abbadabba' to 'Z-Cars', the roots/routes, meanings and histories of the words of Liverpool are presented in a concise, clear and accessible format. Born and bred in Liverpool, Professor Tony Crowley has spent over thirty years compiling this bold and innovative dictionary, investigating historical lexicons, sociological studies, works of history, local newspapers, popular cultural representations, and, most importantly, the extensive 'lost' literature of the city. Illuminating, often remarkable, and always enjoyable, this book transforms our understanding of the history of language in Liverpool.

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Oxford University Press

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1786940612

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9781786940612

Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show Volume 1

By: John North,Mechelle McDonald,Richard Wray,Christine Campbell Rapin,David Kitchen (Coach Kitch),Manny Skevofilax,Tamara Pflug,Tony Pisanelli

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Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show Volume 1

By: John North,Mechelle McDonald,Richard Wray,Christine Campbell Rapin,David Kitchen (Coach Kitch),Manny Skevofilax,Tamara Pflug,Tony Pisanelli

Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show - Volume 1," curated by John North, is a unique anthology that brings together the insights of seven seasoned entrepreneurs, each an expert in their respective field. John North opens the book with his deep understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape, providing a narrative that connects the diverse wisdom of the authors. Mechelle McDonald shares her journey in "Podcasting The Future," where she discusses her role as a communicator, entrepreneur, and growth coach, emphasizing the power of impactful conversations. Richard Wray in "Don’t Mention The Matrix - How A.I. is Democratising Paranoia and Opportunity," offers a unique perspective on Artificial Intelligence, sharing his journey from a small mining town to collaborations with tech giants. Christine Campbell Rapin, in "Get More Podcast Guest Invitations with These 5 Strategies," provides strategic insights into business growth, drawing from her vast experience in marketing, sales, and operations. David Kitchen (Coach Kitch) shares his expertise in sport psychology and leadership in "Laying Bricks: Building a Business Foundation," focusing on developing leaders and cultivating a success-oriented mindset. Manny Skevofilax in "Profitable Growth Is Achievable," provides essential financial strategies, highlighting the importance of sustainable and profitable growth in business. Tamara Pflug offers practical advice in "Self-Coach for Business Growth," focusing on self-coaching techniques for personal and professional development. Tony Pisanelli explores personal branding and career development in "Career By Design." His insights offer valuable strategies for those looking to craft a successful career path. Each chapter in this book provides a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, covering topics from innovative business strategies to digital marketing, financial management, and leadership. This anthology is not just a collection of strategies; it's an exploration of the experiences and insights of successful entrepreneurs. "Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show - Volume 1" is a must-read for anyone aspiring to succeed in the entrepreneurial world. It's packed with actionable advice and real-life examples, inviting readers to explore the essence of entrepreneurship and unlock their full potential. This book is an essential guide for budding entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners alike, providing a comprehensive look at the path to success in business.

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Evolve Global Publishing

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0648623246

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Power, politics and influence at work

By: Tony Dundon,Miguel Martinez Lucio,Emma Hughes,Debra Howcroft,Arjan Keizer,Roger Walden

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Power, politics and influence at work

By: Tony Dundon,Miguel Martinez Lucio,Emma Hughes,Debra Howcroft,Arjan Keizer,Roger Walden

This book explores how power operates in workplace settings at local, national and transnational levels. It argues that how people are valued in and out of work is a political dynamic, which reflects and shapes how societies treat their citizens. Offering vital resources for activists and students on labour rights, employment issues and trade unions, this book argues that the influence workers can exert is changing dramatically and future challenges for change can be positive and progressive.

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Manchester University Press

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1526146401

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9781526146403

Slavoj Zizek

By: Tony Myers

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Slavoj Zizek

By: Tony Myers

Slavoj Zizek is no ordinary philosopher. Approaching critical theory and psychoanalysis in a recklessly entertaining fashion, Zizek's critical eye alights upon a bewildering and exhilarating range of subjects, from the political apathy of contemporary life, to a joke about the man who thinks he's a chicken, from the ethicial heroism of Keanu Reeves in Speed, to what toilet designs reveal about the national psyche. Tony Myers provides a clear and engaging guide to Zizek's key ideas, explaining the main influences on Zizek's thought (most crucially his engagement with Lacanian psychoanalysis) using examples drawn from popular culture and everyday life. Myers outlines the key issues that Zizek's work has tackled, including: What is a Subject and why is it so important? The Imaginary, the Symbolic and the Real What is so terrible about Postmodernity? How can we distinguish reality from ideology? What is the relationship between men and women? Why is Racism always a fantasy? Slavoj Zizek is essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the thought of the critic whom Terry Eagleton has described as "the most formidably brilliant exponent of psychoanalysis, indeed of cultural theory in general, to have emerged in Europe for some decades.

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Routledge

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1134504314

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9781134504312

The Flash Gordon Serials, 1936-1940

A Heavily Illustrated Guide

By: Roy Kinnard,Tony Crnkovich,R.J. Vitone

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The Flash Gordon Serials, 1936-1940

A Heavily Illustrated Guide

By: Roy Kinnard,Tony Crnkovich,R.J. Vitone

Flash Gordon, Flash Gordon's Trip to Mars and Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe, the most expensive and popular movie serials ever made, have been favorites of movie and comic fans for decades. The original 1936 serial, designated a cultural treasure, was selected for inclusion in the National Film Registry in 1996. Arranged in a chapter-by-chapter format conforming to the structure of the three original serials, the work provides full cast and crew information, plot synopses, and production notes for all 40 episodes. The work also has a wealth of background information and 159 photographs, along with comments from cast members interviewed--Buster Crabbe, Jean Rogers, and Carroll Borland. Appendices provide an overview of the serial Buck Rogers (1939), select filmographies for 50 of the most prominent Flash Gordon cast and crew, and a complete list of the serials' film and television remakes.

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0786455004

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George Hudson

The Rise and Fall of the Railway King : a Study in Victorian Entrepreneurship

By: Tony Arnold,Sean McCartney

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George Hudson

The Rise and Fall of the Railway King : a Study in Victorian Entrepreneurship

By: Tony Arnold,Sean McCartney

* The Robert Maxwell of the nineteenth century * Victorian England 's greatest capitalist * Brought down by a shareholder 's question The building of the railways in Britain in the nineteenth century was the greatest ever industrial undertaking in the world to that time.Financed by private enterprise rather than the state, the schemes to build new lines were characterised both by their ambition and by their need for huge amounts of capital.The most ambitious of all of the individual entrepreneurs, and for long the most successful, was George Hudson, the 'Railway King ', whose establishment of York as the hub of an ever-growing network of lines brought him huge wealth and great fame. Already a wealthy businessman and Lord Mayor of York before the advent of the railways, Hudson seized the opportunity they presented with both hands.He became an MP, lived in style and entertained lavishly.While his early lines were profitable, later ones were not.Ever more deeply committed, at a time when accounting standards were lax, he hid inconvenient figures until brought down by a question at a shareholders 'meeting in 1849.Disgraced, he fled to the Continent, his name synonymous with fraudulent capitalism at its most brazen.This new biography is the fullest examination to date of an extraordinary and complex man and his career.

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