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 Choice and Preference in Media Use Advances in Selective Exposure Theory and Research【電子書籍】[ Silvia Knobloch-Westerwick ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Mediated messages flood our daily lives, through virtually endless choices of media channels, genres, and content. However, selectivity determines what media messages we attend to and focus on. The present book examines the factors that influence this selectivity.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Seminal books on selective media exposure were published in 1960 by Klapper and in 1985 by Zillmann and Bryant. But an integrated update on this research field is much needed, as rigorous selective exposure research has flourished in the new millennium. In the contexts of political communication, health communication, Internet use, entertainment consumption, and electronic games, the crucial question of how individuals choose what content they consume has garnered much attention. The present book integrates theories and empirical evidence from these domains and discusses the related research methodologies.＜/p＞ ＜p＞In light of the ever-increasing abundance of media channels and messages, selective exposure has become more important than ever for media impacts. This monograph provides a comprehensive review of the research on selective exposure to media messages, which is at the heart of communication science and media effects. It is required reading for media scholars and researchers, and promises to influence and inspire future research.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 11,607円 |
 Radiant Rider-Waite(r) Tarot in a Tin [With Book and Keepsake Tin] RADIANT RIDER-WAITE IN A TIN [ Pamela Colman Smith ] 楽天ブックス | RADIANT RIDERーWAITE IN A TIN Pamela Colman Smith U S GAMES SYSTEMS INC2015 Other English BOOK(S) ISBN：9781572818033 洋書 Social Science（社会科学） Body, Mind & Spirit | 3,168円 |
 Fairness in EU Competition Policy : Significance and Implications An Inquiry into the Soul and Spirit of Competition Enforcement in Europe【電子書籍】 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞The idea of fairness has recently re-entered the policy discourse underpinning competition law enforcement, in the EU and beyond. Of course, the term “unfair” can be found in the EU Treaty and the avoidance of consumers’ exploitation is the ultimate aim of competition principles. Still, the boundaries of fairness as a driver of competition enforcement appear unclear and, for some, dangerously flexible. At the same time, whilst the application of competition rules has over the years been focusing on restrictions to the competitive process with the effect of harming consumers, a wave of cases recently brought or decided at EU and national level appear to be inspired by wide and somewhat elusive fairness considerations, including non-discrimination, neutrality, equality of opportunities, natural justice or avoidance of abuse of law. Reference can be made to cases relating to product design, IP licensing, geo-blocking, network neutrality, privacy concerns or fiscal justice. This volume explores how fairness may guide competition enforcement, what its significance may be in explaining recent trends and actual outcomes, and what implications can be observed or expected by relying on a fairness standard in the design of substantive principles. Associating lawyers and economists, practitioners and academics, it discusses the boundaries of fairness in a world where the rationality of markets has been profoundly shaken by recent crises.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 48,800円 |
 Can Democracy Survive in the 21st Century? Oligarchy, tyranny, and ochlocracy in the age of global capitalism【電子書籍】[ Ronald M. Glassman ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞This book analyzes the many threats to democracy that exist in the 21st century and tries to understand how democracy can survive economic, social and political crises. It focuses on issues of oligarchy, tyranny, totalitarianism, and ochlocracy. It discusses how these forms of governance manifested themselves in ancient and medieval worlds, and how socio-economic transitions in the 21st century have created conditions that increasingly pose similar threats to modern democracy. The author discusses broad transitions in the contemporary world: economic transition to advanced, high technology capitalism; cultural transition from traditional religious and family values to norms focusing on racial equality, gender and transgender equality and liberation, and multiculturalism; also, transition from the traditional religious worldview to rational-scientific worldview, and from religious morality to secular humanist ethics. These taken together undergird the political transition from traditional authority, involving monarchy and aristocracy, to rational-legal authority, involving constitutional law and democratic participation. The book shows, through extensive country discussions, that whenever these transitions become difficult, undemocratic forms of governance may emerge and override democracy.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Authored by an expert in the field, this book touches upon an especially topical theme in the contemporary world and is of interest to a wide readership across the social sciences, from researchers and students to discerning laypersons.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 18,231円 |
 In Sync The Emergence of Function in Minds, Groups and Societies【電子書籍】[ Andrzej K. Nowak ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞This book introduces the reader to the concept of functional synchronization and how it operates on very different levels in psychological and social systems ? from the emergence of thought to the formation of social relations and the structure of societies.＜/p＞ ＜p＞For years, psychologists have investigated phenomena such as self-concept, social judgment, social relations, group dynamics, and cooperation and conflict, but have discussed these phenomena seoarately.This book shows how synchronization provides a foundational approach to these otherwise distinct and diverse psychological processes.This work shows that there is a basic tendency with many processes to become coordinated and progressively integrated into increasingly larger units through well-defined processes. For these larger units, new and largely adaptive functions emerge.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Although synchronization affords progressive integration of system elements to enable correspondingly higher-order functions, the trajectory of synchronization is often characterized by periods of assembly and disassembly of system elements. This occurs when a task is completed and synchronization is no longer essential so that the elements once again operate in an independent fashion. It is argued that the disassembly-resynchronization scenario occurs at all levels of psychological and social reality. The implications of this approach for important issues in interpersonal relations and societal processes are discussed.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 6,076円 |
 Ethnonationalist Conflict in Postcommunist States Varieties of Governance in Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Kosovo【電子書籍】[ Maria Koinova ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞＜em＞Ethnonationalist Conflict in Postcommunist States＜/em＞ investigates why some Eastern European states transitioned to new forms of governance with minimal violence while others broke into civil war. In Bulgaria, the Turkish minority was subjected to coerced assimilation and forced expulsion, but the nation ultimately negotiated peace through institutional channels. In Macedonia, periodic outbreaks of insurgent violence escalated to armed conflict. Kosovo's internal warfare culminated in NATO's controversial bombing campaign. In the twenty-first century, these conflicts were subdued, but violence continued to flare occasionally and impede durable conflict resolution.＜/p＞ ＜p＞In this comparative study, Maria Koinova applies historical institutionalism to conflict analysis, tracing ethnonationalist violence in postcommunist states to a volatile, formative period between 1987 and 1992. In this era of instability, the incidents that brought majorities and minorities into dispute had a profound impact and a cumulative effect, as did the interventions of international agents and kin states. Whether the conflicts initially evolved in peaceful or violent ways, the dynamics of their disputes became self-perpetuating and informally institutionalized. Thus, external policies or interventions could affect only minimal change, and the impact of international agents subsided over time. Regardless of the constitutions, laws, and injunctions, majorities, minorities, international agents, and kin states continue to act in accord with the logic of informally institutionalized conflict dynamics.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Koinova analyzes the development of those dynamics in Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Kosovo, drawing on theories of democratization, international intervention, and path-dependence as well as interviews and extensive fieldwork. The result is a compelling account of the underlying causal mechanisms of conflict perpetuation and change that will shed light on broader patterns of ethnic violence.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 9,136円 |
 Management and Culture in an Enlarged European Commission From Diversity to Unity?【電子書籍】[ C. Ban ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞This book explores how the European Commission faced the challenge of enlargement. Based on extensive interviews, the work provides a lively and readable picture of life within the Commission, exploring how thousands of newcomers were recruited and socialized and how they changed the organization, including its gender balance.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 6,076円 |
 Moral Development in the Professions Psychology and Applied Ethics【電子書籍】 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Every year in this country, some 10,000 college and university courses are taught in applied ethics. And many professional organizations now have their own codes of ethics. Yet social science has had little impact upon applied ethics. This book promises to change that trend by illustrating how social science can make a contribution to applied ethics.＜/p＞ ＜p＞The text reports psychological studies relevant to applied ethics for many professionals, including accountants, college students and teachers, counselors, dentists, doctors, journalists, nurses, school teachers, athletes, and veterinarians. Each chapter begins with the research base of the cognitive-developmental approach--especially linked to Kohlberg and Rest's Defining Issues Test. Finally, the book summarizes recent research on the following issues:＜br /＞ * moral judgment scores within and between professions,＜br /＞ * pre- and post-test evaluations of ethics education programs,＜br /＞ * moral judgment and moral behavior,＜br /＞ * models of professional ethics education, and＜br /＞ * models for developing new assessment tools.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Researchers in different professional fields investigate different questions, develop different research strategies, and report different findings. Typically researchers of one professional field are not aware of research in other fields. An important aim of the present book is to bring this diverse research together so that cross-fertilization can occur and ideas from one field can transfer to another.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 10,801円 |
 Fighting in the Electromagnetic Spectrum U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Electronic Warfare Aircraft, Operations, and Equipment【電子書籍】[ Thomas Wildenberg ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Naval warfare was confined for centuries to surface combat, or undersea clashes. In the twentieth century aerial warfare became the third domain and shortly thereafter, the electromagnetic spectrum also appeared. Until now, little has been written about this important aspect of military conflict on the high seas. In ＜em＞Fighting in the Electromagnetic Spectrum＜/em＞ author Thomas Wildenberg provides the first book covering these aircraft, their missions, and the methodology of conducting combat in all its forms along this fourth domain, the electromagnetic spectrum.＜/p＞ ＜p＞When navies began to make use of the airwaves, they soon discovered those waves could also be exploited as a source of information about the opposing force. This would later be termed Electronic Intelligence (ELINT). Navies learned the value of interrupting or corrupting the enemy’s communication signals that were transmitted in the “ether,” thus began a method of fighting termed Electronic Warfare (EW). Wildenberg cuts through the secrecy about this understandably mysterious domain of combat. He offers details on aircraft and methods and provides a layman’s set of definitions of terms. Wildenberg shares lessons learned from World War II skirmishes a as well as clashes in the Korean and Vietnam wars, while providing a ＜em＞Fighting in the Electromagnetic Spectrum＜/em＞ offers the reader a foundational understanding of this complex form of combat in all its forms. This volume discloses rarely covered concepts and methods which will shape future great power future conflict.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 5,797円 |
 Gender and Sexuality in Modern Japan【電子書籍】[ Sabine Fr?hst?ck ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Gender and Sexuality in Modern Japan describes the ever-changing manifestations of sexes, genders, and sexualities in Japanese society from the 1860s to the present day. Analysing a wide range of texts, images and data, Sabine Fr?hst?ck considers the experiences of females, males and the evolving spectrum of boundary-crossing individuals and identities in Japan. These include the intersexed conscript in the 1880s, the first 'out' lesbian war reporter in the 1930s, and pregnancy-vest-wearing male governors in the present day. She interweaves macro views of history with stories about individual actors, highlighting how sexual and gender expression has been negotiated in both the private and the public spheres and continues to wield the power to critique and change society. This lively and accessible survey introduces Japanese ideas about modern manhood, modern womenhood, reproduction, violence and sex during war, the sex trade, LGBTQ identities and activism, women's liberation, feminisms and visual culture.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 4,257円 |
 In the Beginning Was the Deed Realism and Moralism in Political Argument【電子書籍】[ Bernard Williams ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Bernard Williams is remembered as one of the most brilliant and original philosophers of the past fifty years. Widely respected as a moral philosopher, Williams began to write about politics in a sustained way in the early 1980s. There followed a stream of articles, lectures, and other major contributions to issues of public concern--all complemented by his many works on ethics, which have important implications for political theory.＜/p＞ ＜p＞This new collection of essays, most of them previously unpublished, addresses many of the core subjects of political philosophy: justice, liberty, and equality; the nature and meaning of liberalism; toleration; power and the fear of power; democracy; and the nature of political philosophy itself. A central theme throughout is that political philosophers need to engage more directly with the realities of political life, not simply with the theories of other philosophers. Williams makes this argument in part through a searching examination of where political thinking should originate, to whom it might be addressed, and what it should deliver.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Williams had intended to weave these essays into a connected narrative on political philosophy with reflections on his own experience of postwar politics. Sadly he did not live to complete it, but this book brings together many of its components. Geoffrey Hawthorn has arranged the material to resemble as closely as possible Williams's original design and vision. He has provided both an introduction to Williams's political philosophy and a bibliography of his formal and informal writings on politics.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Those who know the work of Bernard Williams will find here the familiar hallmarks of his writing--originality, clarity, erudition, and wit. Those who are unfamiliar with, or unconvinced by, a philosophical approach to politics, will find this an engaging introduction. Both will encounter a thoroughly original voice in modern political theory and a searching approach to the shape and direction of liberal political thought in the past thirty-five years.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 4,514円 |
 Covert colonialism Governance, surveillance and political culture in British Hong Kong, c. 1966-97【電子書籍】[ Florence Mok ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞This book fills the long-standing void in the existing scholarship by constructing an empirical study of colonial governance and political culture in Hong Kong from 1966 to 1997.Using under-exploited archival and unofficial data in London and Hong Kong, it overcomes the limitations in the existing literature which has been written mainly by political scientists and sociologists, and has been primarily theoretically driven. It addresses a highly contested and timely agenda, one in which colonial historians have made major interventions: the nature of colonial governance and autonomy of the colonial polity. This book focusing on colonialism and the Chinese society in Hong Kong in a pivotal period will generate meaningful discussions and heated debates on comparisons between ‘colonialism’ in different space and time: between Hong Kong and other former British colonies; and between colonial and post-colonial Hong Kong.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 16,381円 |
 In a Pure Muslim Land Shi'ism between Pakistan and the Middle East【電子書籍】[ Simon Wolfgang Fuchs ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Centering Pakistan in a story of transnational Islam stretching from South Asia to the Middle East, Simon Wolfgang Fuchs offers the first in-depth ethnographic history of the intellectual production of Shi'is and their religious competitors in this “Land of the Pure.” The notion of Pakistan as the pinnacle of modern global Muslim aspiration forms a crucial component of this story. It has empowered Shi'is, who form about twenty percent of the country’s population, to advance alternative conceptions of their religious hierarchy while claiming the support of towering grand ayatollahs in Iran and Iraq.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Fuchs shows how popular Pakistani preachers and scholars have boldly tapped into the esoteric potential of Shi'ism, occupying a creative and at times disruptive role as brokers, translators, and self-confident pioneers of contemporary Islamic thought. They have indigenized the Iranian Revolution and formulated their own ideas for fulfilling the original promise of Pakistan. Challenging typical views of Pakistan as a mere Shi'i backwater, Fuchs argues that its complex religious landscape represents how a local, South Asian Islam may open up space for new intellectual contributions to global Islam. Yet religious ideology has also turned Pakistan into a deadly battlefield: sectarian groups since the 1980s have been bent on excluding Shi'is as harmful to their own vision of an exemplary Islamic state.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 3,699円 |
 Mobilizing Poor Voters Machine Politics, Clientelism, and Social Networks in Argentina【電子書籍】[ Mariela Szwarcberg ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Democracy has provided opportunities for political representation and accountability, but it has also created incentives for creating and maintaining clientelistic networks. Why has clientelism consolidated with the introduction of democracy? Drawing on network analysis, Mobilizing Poor Voters answers this question by describing and explaining the emergence, maintenance, and disappearance of political, partisan, and social networks in Argentina. Combining qualitative and quantitative data gathered during twenty-four months of field research in eight municipalities in Argentina, Mobilizing Poor Voters shows that when party leaders distribute political promotions to party candidates based only on the number of voters they mobilize, party leaders incentivize the use of clientelistic strategies among candidates competing to mobilize voters in poor neighborhoods. The logic of perverse incentives examined in this book explains why candidates who use clientelism succeed in getting elected and re-elected over time, contributing to the consolidation of political machines at the local level.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 3,997円 |
 Hamas and Civil Society in Gaza Engaging the Islamist Social Sector【電子書籍】[ Sara Roy ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞＜strong＞A revealing look at Islamic social institutions in Gaza and the West Bank＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Many in the United States and Israel believe that Hamas is nothing but a terrorist organization, and that its social sector serves merely to recruit new supporters for its violent agenda. Based on Sara Roy's extensive fieldwork in the Gaza Strip and West Bank during the critical period of the Oslo peace process, ＜em＞Hamas and Civil Society in Gaza＜/em＞ shows how the social service activities sponsored by the Islamist group emphasized not political violence but rather community development and civic restoration.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Roy demonstrates how Islamic social institutions in Gaza and the West Bank advocated a moderate approach to change that valued order and stability, not disorder and instability; were less dogmatically Islamic than is often assumed; and served people who had a range of political outlooks and no history of acting collectively in support of radical Islam. These institutions attempted to create civic communities, not religious congregations. They reflected a deep commitment to stimulate a social, cultural, and moral renewal of the Muslim community, one couched not onlyーor even primarilyーin religious terms.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Vividly illustrating Hamas's unrecognized potential for moderation, accommodation, and change, ＜em＞Hamas and Civil Society in Gaza＜/em＞ also traces critical developments in Hamas's social and political sectors through the Second Intifada to today, and offers an assessment of the current, more adverse situation in the occupied territories. The Oslo period held great promise that has since been squandered. This book argues for more enlightened policies by the United States and Israel, ones that reflect Hamas's proven record of nonviolent community building.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 4,385円 |
 Ritual, Performance, and Politics in the Ancient Near East【電子書籍】[ Lauren Ristvet ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In this book, Lauren Ristvet rethinks the narratives of state formation by investigating the interconnections between ritual, performance, and politics in the ancient Near East. She draws on a wide range of archaeological, iconographic, and cuneiform sources to show how ritual performance was not set apart from the real practice of politics; it was politics. Rituals provided an opportunity for elites and ordinary people to negotiate political authority. Descriptions of rituals from three periods explore the networks of signification that informed different societies. From circa 2600 to 2200 BC, pilgrimage made kingdoms out of previously isolated villages. Similarly, from circa 1900 to 1700 BC, commemorative ceremonies legitimated new political dynasties by connecting them to a shared past. Finally, in the Hellenistic period, the traditional Babylonian Akitu festival was an occasion for Greek-speaking kings to show that they were Babylonian and for Babylonian priests to gain significant power.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 16,381円 |
 The Supernatural in the New Testament, Possible, Credible, and Historical Or, An Examination of the Validity of Some Recent Objections Against Christianity as a Divine Revelation【電子書籍】[ C. A. Row ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "The Supernatural in the New Testament, Possible, Credible, and Historical," C. A. Row offers an intricate examination of the supernatural elements present within the New Testament texts. Through a rigorous analytical lens, Row dissects how miracles, divine interventions, and spiritual experiences are interwoven into the fabric of early Christian narratives. His literary style combines theological profundity with accessible prose, allowing both scholars and lay readers to engage meaningfully with the complex theological implications of these supernatural occurrences. Row situates his arguments within the broader context of biblical criticism, exploring how historical, cultural, and sociopolitical factors might influence interpretations of the miraculous in early Christianity. C. A. Row, a distinguished theologian and biblical scholar, draws on his extensive academic background in early Christian studies and historical theology to bring a fresh perspective to the discourse surrounding the New Testament. His own spiritual journey, marked by a deep engagement with the tensions between faith and reason, has instilled in him a profound appreciation for the significance of the supernatural in shaping Christian thought and experience. This scholarly endeavor reflects his commitment to understanding the complexities of faith within a historical framework. Readers seeking to deepen their understanding of the New Testament's supernatural dimensions will find Row's work both enlightening and thought-provoking. This book invites an exploration of how the miraculous informs the believer's faith, and it challenges readers to reconsider the implications of these narratives within contemporary Christianity. Highly recommended for those interested in theology, biblical studies, and the historical context of religious texts.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 310円 |
 Ecclesiastical History of the English Nation Chronicles of Early English Christianity: A Detailed Account of Church Establishment and Conversion in Anglo-Saxon England【電子書籍】[ Bede ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Bede's "Ecclesiastical History of the English Nation" is a seminal 8th-century work that chronicles the spread of Christianity across England and provides a detailed account of the early Christian Church's formation and evolution. Written in Latin, Bede'??s style combines narrative history with theological reflection, employing a methodical approach that interweaves local stories with broader historical events. His meticulous documentation of the interplay between church and state, along with vivid descriptions of key figures such as St. Augustine and King Oswald, situate this work in the context of both ecclesiastical and secular history, making it invaluable for understanding Anglo-Saxon England'??s cultural landscape. Bede (c. 673-735) was an Anglo-Saxon monk, scholar, and historian, whose profound religious conviction and extensive learning deeply informed his writings. Living in the monastery at Jarrow, he was immersed in scholarly pursuits that encompassed not only theology but also astronomy, poetry, and biblical exegesis. Bede'??s historical insights were shaped significantly by his own experiences within a rapidly transforming society, where the divisions between pagan and Christian beliefs were becoming increasingly pronounced. "Ecclesiastical History of the English Nation" is highly recommended for readers seeking an erudite perspective on early medieval England. Bede'??s narrative not only serves as a key historical text but also offers profound reflections on faith, identity, and the foundational myths of a nation. This work is essential for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the development of medieval society, or the literary traditions of the English language.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 310円 |
 Epistle to the Romans Challenging Traditional Beliefs: A Satirical and Philosophical Analysis of Religion, Power, and Morality in Voltaire's Epistle to the Romans【電子書籍】[ Voltaire ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "Epistle to the Romans," Voltaire engages in a critical exploration of religion and the rational philosophy of his time, employing a style that marries wit with fervent argumentation. Through a series of reflections and critiques, he addresses the moral implications of religious dogma, emphasizing the need for tolerance and reason in understanding faith. Voltaire's prose is both provocative and illuminating, weaving together historical context and contemporary thought in a manner that challenges the orthodoxy of the Enlightenment period, inviting readers to reconsider the coexistence of faith and reason. Voltaire, a towering figure of the Enlightenment, was profoundly influenced by his experiences in a world rife with religious conflict and intellectual strife. His advocacy for civil liberties, criticism of institutionalized religion, and rallying cry for progress stemmed from his journey through exile and persecution. These experiences shaped "Epistle to the Romans," positioning it as a formidable commentary on the societal landscape of the 18th century and reflecting his unwavering commitment to reason and human rights. This work is highly recommended for readers seeking an intersection of philosophy, history, and theology that is both engaging and insightful. Voltaire's sharp wit and incisive analysis provide a captivating examination of enlightenment values, making "Epistle to the Romans" a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of modern thought and the perennial struggle for intellectual freedom.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 310円 |
 The Makers of Modern Rome, in Four Books Exploring the Influential Figures of Rome's Renaissance and Baroque Periods【電子書籍】[ Mrs. Oliphant ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "The Makers of Modern Rome, in Four Books," Mrs. Oliphant intricately weaves historical narrative with vivid character studies to explore the profound transformations in Rome during the 19th century. Employing a blend of analytical rigor and lyrical prose, Oliphant offers a nuanced portrayal of key figures and events that shaped the city'??s modern identity. The book stands as an example of the Victorian historical genre, showcasing Oliphant'??s deftness in combining biography and socio-political analysis, while also addressing the broader implications of change in a city that is both historical and contemporary. Mrs. Margaret Oliphant, a prolific novelist and historian, was deeply immersed in the cultural and political discourse of her time. Her experiences as a woman writer in the male-dominated literary landscape of the Victorian era provided her with a unique perspective on the societal evolution occurring in Europe. Having lived through a period of significant upheaval and reform, Oliphant's insights reflect a keen understanding of the complexities surrounding national identity and urban development, making her a vital commentator on modernity. This compelling work is a must-read for anyone interested in the interplay of history, culture, and identity in urban settings. Oliphant's engaging narrative not only educates but also invites readers to reflect on the ongoing transformations of cities, making "The Makers of Modern Rome" an essential addition to the libraries of historians, literary scholars, and casual readers alike.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 310円 |
 Laches Exploring Courage and Wisdom in Ancient Greek Philosophy【電子書籍】[ Plato ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "Laches," Plato explores the complex theme of courage through a Socratic dialogue that involves the characters Laches and Nicias, two Athenian generals, as well as the young interlocutor, Socrates. The text is characterized by its dialectical method, employing questions and answers to analyze the concept of bravery and its implications in both military and personal contexts. Set against the backdrop of the ongoing Peloponnesian War, the dialogue reflects the societal anxieties of Athens regarding virtue and the polis's moral fabric, offering profound insights that resonate with contemporary ethical dilemmas. Plato, a student of Socrates and a cornerstone of Western philosophy, crafted this dialogue in a period of intellectual fervor as Greece grappled with notions of virtue and civic duty. His firsthand experiences of the disintegration of Athenian democratic ideals likely informed his inquiry into the nature of courage, a concept revered in the warrior culture of ancient Greece. Through the character of Socrates, Plato adeptly unravels preconceived definitions, encouraging deeper contemplation of abstract moral principles. "Laches" is an essential read for students of philosophy and classical literature, inviting readers to engage with fundamental questions about virtue and ethics. This dialogue serves not only as a historical document but also as a timeless examination of the moral compass guiding human action, making it relevant for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of courage and character.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 150円 |
 Three Dialogues Between Hylas and Philonous in Opposition to Sceptics and Atheists Challenging Skepticism and Atheism Through Dialogues【電子書籍】[ George Berkeley ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "Three Dialogues Between Hylas and Philonous in Opposition to Sceptics and Atheists," George Berkeley presents a profound examination of epistemology and metaphysics through a captivating dialectic format. The dialogues engage two characters, Hylas, who represents materialism, and Philonous, the protagonist advocating for idealism. Berkeley'??s literary style is marked by clarity and philosophical rigor, employing persuasive arguments to refute sceptical and atheistic positions of his time. Set against the backdrop of the early 18th century'??s Enlightenment, this work serves as both a defense of religious belief and a profound inquiry into the nature of reality, emphasizing the primacy of perception in the formation of knowledge. George Berkeley, an Irish philosopher, is renowned for his role in developing philosophical idealism, a theory that posits that reality is fundamentally immaterial. His experiences as a theologian and his subsequent discontent with materialist philosophies spurred him to craft this text. Influenced by the prevailing scepticism of the period, his dialogues reflect a deep-seated commitment to reconciling faith with reason, illustrating his belief that to exist is to be perceived, thus offering a robust alternative to the dominant materialist narratives. "Three Dialogues" is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersections of philosophy, theology, and literature. Berkeley'??s thought-provoking exchanges not only challenge the reader's assumptions about existence but also invite a deeper contemplation of the interconnectedness of perception, reality, and belief. Whether you are a seasoned scholar or a curious newcomer to philosophical discourse, this work promises to engage and enlighten.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 150円 |
 Gunnery in 1858: Being a Treatise on Rifles, Cannon, and Sporting Arms Explaining the Principles of the Science of Gunnery, and Describing the Newest Improvements in Fire-Arms【電子書籍】[ William Greener ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "Gunnery in 1858: Being a Treatise on Rifles, Cannon, and Sporting Arms," William Greener offers an insightful examination of contemporary firearms technology and gunnery principles during a pivotal era in military and sporting history. With meticulous attention to detail, Greener's literary style is characterized by a blend of technical precision and accessible prose, making complex concepts comprehensible to both experts and lay readers. This treatise not only discusses the design and mechanics of rifles and cannons but serves as a historical document that reflects the advancements and prevailing attitudes towards firearms in the mid-19th century, a time noted for military innovation and the burgeoning popularity of shooting sports. William Greener, an esteemed gunmaker and firearms expert, brought his extensive knowledge and practical experience in the field to this work, likely driven by a need to document the evolving art of gunnery amidst the backdrop of the Crimean War and the shifting landscapes of warfare and recreation. His craftsmanship and commitment to safety and precision underscore his critique of existing weaponry and his advocacy for more effective and reliable firearms. "Gunnery in 1858" is an essential read for enthusiasts of military history, firearms technology, and sporting culture alike. Greener'??s treatise not only illuminates the technological advancements of the 19th century but also invites readers to consider the broader implications of firearm design and usage. As such, it stands as a testament to an age of invention and the complexities surrounding the role of firearms in both sport and warfare.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 150円 |
 Legalizing Sex Sexual Minorities, AIDS, and Citizenship in India【電子書籍】[ Chaitanya Lakkimsetti ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞＜strong＞How the rise of HIV in India resulted in government protections for gay groups, transgender people, and sex workers＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞This original ethnographic research explores the relationship between the HIV/AIDS epidemic and the rights-based struggles of sexual minorities in contemporary India. Sex workers, gay men, and transgender people became visible in the Indian public sphere in the mid-1980s when the rise of HIV/AIDS became a frightening issue. The Indian state started to fold these groups into national HIV/AIDS policies as “high-risk” groups in an attempt to create an effective response to the epidemic. Lakkimsetti argues that over time the crisis of HIV/AIDS effectively transformed the relationship between sexual minorities and the state from one that was focused on juridical exclusion to one of inclusion. The new relationship then enabled affected groups to demand rights and citizenship from the Indian state that had been previously unimaginable. By illuminating such tactics as mobilizing against a colonial era anti-sodomy law, petitioning the courts for the recognition of gender identity, and stalling attempts to criminalize sexual labor, this book uniquely brings together the struggles of sex workers, transgender people, and gay groups previously studied separately. A closely observed look at the machinations behind recent victories for sexual minorities, this book is essential reading across several fields.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 4,111円 |
 Authoritarian Rule of Law Legislation, Discourse and Legitimacy in Singapore【電子書籍】[ Jothie Rajah ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞Scholars have generally assumed that authoritarianism and rule of law are mutually incompatible. Convinced that free markets and rule of law must tip authoritarian societies in a liberal direction, nearly all studies of law and contemporary politics have neglected that improbable coupling: authoritarian rule of law. Through a focus on Singapore, this book presents an analysis of authoritarian legalism. It shows how prosperity, public discourse, and a rigorous observance of legal procedure have enabled a reconfigured rule of law such that liberal form encases illiberal content. Institutions and process at the bedrock of rule of law and liberal democracy become tools to constrain dissent while augmenting discretionary political power - even as the national and international legitimacy of the state is secured. This book offers a valuable and original contribution to understanding the complexities of law, language and legitimacy in our time.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 4,772円 |
 In Plain Sight A fascinating investigation into UFOs and alien encounters from an award-winning journalist, fully updated and revised new edition for 2023【電子書籍】[ Ross Coulthart ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞＜strong＞An award-winning journalist investigates a story largely ignored by mainstream media but right there, in front of our eyes ...＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞＜strong＞Are we not alone? The moment we have an answer might have arrived.＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Award-winning investigative journalist Ross Coulthart has been intrigued by UFOs since mysterious glowing lights were reported near New Zealand's Kaikoura mountains when he was a teenager. The 1978 sighting is just one of thousands since the 1940s, and yet research into UFOs is still seen by many as the realm of crackpots and conspiracy theorists.＜/p＞ ＜p＞In 2020, however, after decades of denial, the US Department of Defense made the astonishing admission that strange aerial and underwater objects frequently reported and videoed by pilots and tracked by sensors are real, unexplained and pose a genuine national security concern.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Compelled to investigate, Coulthart has embarked on the most intriguing story of his career, speaking to witnesses, researchers, scientists, spies, defence officials and intelligence insiders in an attempt to sift the truth from the conspiracy. In the US, powerful new laws and a hardening of government resolve may soon force the military and intelligence communities to reveal what they know about alleged UFO crash retrievals and secret reverse-engineering programs.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Bizarre, sometimes mind-blowing and utterly fascinating, in this new edition of ＜em＞In Plain Sight＜/em＞, Coulthart explains why there is cause for optimism that 'the biggest story ever' might finally be about to break.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 1,547円 |
 Writing Your Journal Article in Twelve Weeks, Second Edition: A Guide to Academic Publishing Success WRITING YOUR JOURNAL ARTICLE I （Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing） [ Wendy Laura Belcher ] 楽天ブックス | WRITING YOUR JOURNAL ARTICLE I Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing Wendy Laura Belcher UNIV OF CHICAGO PR2019 Paperback English ISBN：9780226499918 洋書 Social Science（社会科学） Language Arts & Disciplines | 19,148円 |
 Communication and Meaning An Essay in Applied Modal Logic【電子書籍】[ A.J Jones ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞This essay contains material which will hopefully be of interest not only to philosophers, but also to those social scientists whose research concerns the analysis of communication, verbal or non-verbal. Although most of the topics taken up here are central to issues in the philosophy of language, they are, in my opinion, indistinguishable from topics in descriptive social psychology. The essay aims to provide a conceptual framework within which various key aspects of communication can be described, and it presents a formal language, using techniques from modern modal logic, in which such descriptions can themselves be formulated. It is my hope that this framework, or parts of it, might also turn out to be of value in future empirical work. There are, therefore, essentially two sides to this essay: the development of a framework of concepts, and the construction of a formal language rich enough to express the elements of which that framework is composed. The first of these two takes its point of departure in the statement quoted from Lewis (1972) on the page preceding this introduction. The distinction drawn there by Lewis is accepted as a working hypothesis, and in one sense this essay may be seen as an attempt to explore some of the consequences of that hypothesis.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 12,154円 |
 Understanding Boko Haram Terrorism and Insurgency in Africa【電子書籍】 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞The primary objective of this book is to understand the nature of the Boko Haram insurgency in northeast Nigeria.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Boko Haram’s goal of an Islamic Caliphate, starting in the Borno State in the North East that will eventually cover the areas of the former Kanem-Borno Empire, is a rejection of the modern state system forced on it by the West. The central theme of this volume examines the relationship between the failure of the state-building project in Nigeria and the outbreak and nature of insurgency. At the heart of the Boko Haram phenomenon is a country racked with cleavages, making it hard for Nigeria to cohere as a modern state. Part I introduces this theme and places the Boko Haram insurgency in a historical context. There are, however, multiple cleavages in Nigeria ? ethnic, regional, cultural, and religious ? and Part II examines the different state-society dynamics fuelling the conflict. Political grievances are common to every society; however, what gives Boko Haram the space to express such grievances through violence? Importantly, this volume demonstrates that the insurgency is, in fact, a reflection of the hollowness within Nigeria’s overall security. Part III looks at the responses to Boko Haram by Nigeria, neighbouring states, and external actors. For Western actors, Boko Haram is seen as part of the "global war on terror" and the fact that it has pledged allegiance to ISIS encourages this framing. However, as the chapters here discuss, this is an over-simplification of Boko Haram and the West needs to address the multiple dimension of Boko Haram.＜/p＞ ＜p＞This book will be of much interest to students of terrorism and political violence, insurgencies, African politics, war and conflict studies, and IR in general.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 9,511円 |
 The philosophy of life, and philosophy of language, in a course of lectures【電子書籍】[ Friedrich von Schlegel ] 楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア | ＜p＞In "The Philosophy of Life, and Philosophy of Language, in a Course of Lectures," Friedrich von Schlegel presents a profound exploration of the intersecting realms of existential thought and linguistic theory. Grounded in the Romantic tradition, Schlegel employs a distinctive literary style characterized by intellectual rigor and introspective depth. His lectures engage with the philosophical inquiries of life, articulating how language shapes human experience and consciousness. The text weaves together elements of German idealism and romanticism, reflecting the zeitgeist of early 19th-century philosophical discourse. Friedrich von Schlegel, a pivotal figure in the German Romantic movement, was substantially influenced by the intellectual milieu of his time. His experiences, which included deep engagements with literature, philosophy, and language, positioned him uniquely to address the complexities involved in human existence and expression. Renowned for his contributions to aesthetics and philosophy, Schlegel's insights are unified by his belief in the transformative power of art and language, which he argues are essential to understanding the metaphysical fabric of life itself. This book is a compelling read for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of philosophy and literature alike. Schlegel's nuanced approach invites readers to reflect on how language constructs our reality and the pivotal role it plays in shaping our lives. For anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of language and existence, this text is an essential addition to their intellectual arsenal.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。 | 150円 |