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Why It's OK to Be Amoral (Why It's OK)
by Ronald de SousaWhy It’s OK to Be Amoral argues that self-righteous moralism has replaced religion as a source of embattled and gratuitous certainties. High-minded moral convictions invoke the authority of sacred moral truths, but there are no such truths. In reality, moral passions are rooted in atavistic emotional dispositions and arbitrary social conventions.While public and private discourse is saturated with guilt, shame and righteous indignation, professional philosophers, under cover of clever argumentation, promote the utopian idea that all practical questions have uniquely right answers—providing that you adopt the right moral principles. But their justifications for those principles appeal to contested ‘foundations’, among which no rational adjudication is possible. Moreover, because there are two discrepant ways of understanding motivation, our access to agents’ true reasons is never sufficiently reliable to warrant moral praise or blame. Finally, every agent has a wide diversity of reasons for action, yet moralists claim that some reasons trump all others, because they are ‘moral’ reasons. Since these too must be grounded in facts, that amounts to double counting some reasons.Having exposed these aspects of the institution of morality, this book suggests that if we cannot abstain altogether from moralising, we can at least try to use it against itself.Key Features Describes and criticises seven approaches to the question, Why should I do or not do X? Develops an original objection to the idea of identifying a domain of moral reasons: namely, that it amounts to the unwarranted double counting of a subset of our reasons. Describes two ways of thinking about reasons and choices, and explains how the discrepancy between them makes it impossible to assess an agent’s motivation reliably enough to warrant moral praise or blame. Outlines the subtle changes in attitude involved in espousing amoralism, without giving up on rational choices and honest political commitments.
Trauma, Pedagogy, and the College Mental Health Crisis: Hysteria, Narcissism, and the Repression of Psychoanalysis
by Robert SamuelsTrauma, Pedagogy, and the College Mental Health Crisis argues that psychoanalytic theory and practice offers a solution to the large increase in students seeking mental health services.Robert Samuels returns to the roots of psychoanalysis, drawing from Freud’s and Lacan’s conceptions of hysteria and narcissism. This book examines the idea that the repression of psychoanalysis has resulted in a situation where students are being misdiagnosed and mistreated as the underlying structures shaping narcissism and hysteria are misrecognized. Samuels suggests that the more people are trained to focus on their own thoughts and feelings, the more they take on self-destructive thoughts and behaviors in a neurotic way and that psychoanalysis offers a solution.Trauma, Pedagogy, and the College Mental Health Crisis will be of interest to psychoanalysts in practice and in training, as well as mental health professionals working with adolescents and professionals working in higher education. It will also be relevant to readers interested in adolescent mental health, higher education, parenting, and politics.
Advancements in Nanomaterials for Energy Conversion and Storage (Emerging Materials and Technologies)
by Piyush Kumar Sonkar Vellaichamy GanesanIn this book, readers will find an exhaustive examination of the latest advancements in nanomaterials, covering their synthesis, characterization, and utilization in energy storage and conversion. Additionally, the text delves into the diverse applications of these nanomaterials across various fields such as supercapacitors, fuel cells, biofuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and organic electronics. The discussion also encompasses the challenges faced, historical context, and future outlooks within this rapidly evolving domain.Features: Cutting-edge insights: Stays abreast of the latest breakthroughs in nanomaterial science, with a succinct review of advanced materials tailored for energy storage applications. Developmental journey: Traces the evolution of energy storage materials, from their inception to their current state of the art. Versatile applications: Explores the diverse applications of nanomaterials in energy storage, spanning supercapacitors, fuel cells, biofuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and beyond. Visual aids: Enhances readers' understanding, with key figures and tables spotlighting the intricate applications of various nanomaterials. Geared toward researchers and graduate students in chemical engineering, chemical sciences, nanomaterials, and energy engineering/conversion, this book serves as an indispensable resource for those seeking to push the boundaries of nanotechnology in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions.
The Philosopher's Pupil: A Novel
by Iris MurdochA New York TimesNotable Book: An &“ingeniously plotted&” tale of tragedy, comedy, and small-town gossip (The New York Times Book Review). The quiet English town of Ennistone is known for its peaceful, relaxing spa—a haven of restoration, rejuvenation, and calm. Until the night George McCaffrey&’s car plunges into the cold waters of the canal, carrying with it his wife, Stella. And until the village&’s most celebrated son, famed philosopher John Robert Rozanov, returns home, upending the lives of everyone with whom he comes in contact. Stirred up by talk of murder and morality, obsession and lust, religion and righteousness, the residents of Ennistone begin to spiral out of control, searching for answers and redemption for the sins of their peers—and discovering more about themselves than they ever wanted to know. With breakneck plotting and intricately flawed characters, The Philosopher&’s Pupil is a darkly humorous novel from the Man Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, The Sea, masterfully exploring the human condition and the inherent blend of comedy and tragedy therein.
Motown: Edsel, Stress, And Motown (The Detroit Novels #2)
by Loren D. EstlemanIn the tense summer before Detroit&’s 1967 race riots, a former cop faces off against some of the city&’s most dangerous forcesRage simmers beneath the tranquil surface of 1960s Detroit. As the auto industry enjoys its last moments of prosperity, widespread discrimination infuriates the city&’s black middle class. One of the most destructive riots of the twentieth century is around the corner, and Rick Amery is going to be right in the middle. A longtime cop forced out of the department on trumped-up graft charges, Amery shares Detroit&’s obsession with muscle cars. It was the temptation of a white &’64 Thunderbird that cost him his badge, and it is for the sake of General Motors that he takes his first job as a private investigator, digging up dirt on a consumer advocate who calls GM cars death traps. Amery must work quickly, for no hot rod on Earth is fast enough to outrun the trouble that&’s gaining on the Motor City. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Loren D. Estleman including rare photos from the author&’s personal collection.
Silence in Hanover Close: A Charlotte And Thomas Pitt Novel (The Charlotte and Thomas Pitt Novels #9)
by Anne PerryInspector Pitt is charged with murder in this &“gripping and highly satisfying&” entry in the New York Times–bestselling Victorian mystery series (Publishers Weekly). At the behest of his superior, Thomas Pitt reopens a case gone cold. Three years prior, Robert York, an important member of the British Foreign Office, was murdered in his home in London&’s exclusive Hanover Close. Pitt has been advised to handle the situation with the utmost discretion, given the compromising circumstances of the crime: a distinguished victim from a powerful family, whispered rumors of treason, and the unimpeachable reputation of the widow, whose imminent marriage to a high-level diplomat could be cause for concern. One of Pitt&’s first leads, a York family housemaid, seems innocent enough, but shortly after his interrogation, the woman is found dead. To make matters worse, Pitt is accused of the crime and thrown into prison. Now, only Charlotte and her recently widowed sister, Emily, Lady Ashworth, stand between one of Victorian England&’s most adept private investigators and the gallows. From the upstairs drawing rooms to the servants&’ downstairs quarters, Charlotte and Emily play a deadly game—and it may be only a matter of time before a killer gets the best of both of them.
Bethlehem Road (The Charlotte and Thomas Pitt Novels #10)
by Anne PerryMembers of Parliament are murdered crossing Westminster Bridge, in the New York Times–bestselling series set in Victorian London: &“A sterling performance&” (Library Journal). In the few minutes it takes to cross Westminster Bridge, Sir Lockwood Hamilton has his throat slit and is tied securely to the lamppost with his evening scarf. The killer then vanishes without being seen. Inspector Thomas Pitt thinks the motive might have been personal . . . or political. When a second Member of Parliament is murdered in the same way, politics appear to be the reason. Soon the suspect list includes anarchists and suffragettes. Public outrage mounts and fear grips London and Parliament after a third lamppost murder. Deep in his end of the investigation, Pitt must rely on his wife, Charlotte, and Great-aunt Vespasia to explore the drawing rooms of the upper class for clues to the mystery. With burning social issues swirling around them, the three of them must solve the case before another MP falls victim to the Westminster cutthroat.
A Fatal Glass of Beer (The Toby Peters Mysteries #20)
by Stuart M. KaminskyThis &“enjoyable lark&” is a road-trip mystery with an old Hollywood backdrop, starring PI Toby Peters and the great comic W. C. Fields (Library Journal). Under names like Otis J. Raisincluster, Quigley E. Sneersight, and Cormorant Beecham III, W. C. Fields squirreled away nearly a million dollars in banks across the country during his vaudeville days—before he became one of the silver screen&’s most recognizable funnymen. But it&’s no laughing matter when a burglar has the audacity to rob him blind, stealing his bankbooks and cleaning out his accounts. Steaming, the comedian hires Hollywood private investigator Toby Peters to track down the missing dough and protect what remains of his nest egg. On a cross-country road trip through small-town 1940s America, a frequently inebriated Fields and a frequently exasperated Peters encounter complications in the form of the Amish, John Barrymore, and the Ku Klux Klan. But can they catch their elusive quarry—Lester O. Hipnoodle? &“Even on the printed page . . . Fields&’ nasal rap seems to rise up and envelop you&” in the Edgar Award–winning author&’s &“mesmerizing&” comic mystery (Chicago Sun-Times).
The Ice-Cream Headache: And Other Stories
by James JonesShort stories by the award-winning author of From Here to Eternity:&“One of the significant writers of his generation&” (The New York Times Book Review). In his introduction to this collection of sharply crafted short stories, James Jones compares novel writing to a long-term, chronic illness. Writing short stories, he says, is like a brief, intense fever: the kind that can kill or disappear in a matter of days. Although best known for epic war novels such as From Here to Eternity and The Thin Red Line, Jones also wrote short stories, and the ones in this volume burn with deadly intensity. Besides the expected stories of the soldier&’s life, Jones gives us something surprising: five stories of childhood, tender and horrifying at the same time, inspired by his early life in the Depression-stricken Midwest. They and the other shorts in this volume are accompanied by author&’s notes, which supplement Jones&’s introduction, and a preface by his daughter, Kaylie Jones. This ebook features an illustrated biography of James Jones including rare photos from the author&’s estate.
The Long Range Desert Group in North Africa
by Brendan O'CarrollFormed in July 1940 for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering behind enemy lines, the Long Range Desert Group was the first British special force unit. In no time the LRDG earned itself an enviable reputation for deep penetration patrols into German and Italian held territory. Its successes on prolonged missions into harsh terrain and under extreme climatic conditions were out of all proportion to its size. Wide-ranging military skills, including exceptional navigation techniques, and the highest standards of discipline and leadership were required from all ranks. Many of the previously unpublished and well captioned images in this comprehensive and well researched book come from the collections of LRDG veterans. They show the weapons, equipment, uniforms and insignia used and, together with personal accounts and operational reports, bring to life the extraordinary achievements of this legendary unit. The result is a fascinating record of the LRDG’s contribution to the Allied victory in North Africa.
Steeplechase (The Homer Kelly Mysteries #Bk. 18)
by Jane LangtonWith &“clever storytelling&” shifting between past and present, the final Homer Kelly mystery has the scholar/sleuth solving the puzzle of a missing church (Booklist). Somehow, against all odds, Homer Kelly has become famous. After decades toiling in academic obscurity, the Harvard professor has a book on the bestseller list. To capitalize on his sudden fame, Homer&’s editor demands another book, and fast. Homer is working on Steeplechase, a tour of churches in and around his little patch of Massachusetts, and at his editor&’s request he goes searching for some ancient gossip to spice up his new work. What he finds is a baffling Reconstruction-era mystery. Hot-air balloons, nursery rhymes, and the great chestnut tree in the village of Nashoba all form part of Homer&’s ancestors&’ thrilling story. As the tale shifts between 1868 and the present day, a picture emerges of a small-town Massachusetts that&’s hardly changed, and a secret which, if it weren&’t for Homer, may have stayed buried for all time.
Good Times, Bad Times: The Explosive Inside Story of Rupert Murdoch
by Harold EvansA renowned journalist&’s &“vivid&” account of his battle with Murdoch after the global media baron bought the Times of London (Chicago Tribune). In 1981, Harold Evans was the editor of one of Britain&’s most prestigious publications, the Sunday Times, which had thrived under his watch. When Australian publishing baron Rupert Murdoch bought the daily Times of London, he persuaded Evans to become its editor with guarantees of editorial independence. But after a year of broken promises and conflict over the paper&’s direction, Evans departed amid an international media firestorm. Evans&’s story is a gripping, behind-the-scenes look at Murdoch&’s ascension to global media magnate. It is Murdoch laid bare, an intimate account of a man using the power of his media empire for his own ends. Riveting, provocative, and insightful, Good Times, Bad Times is as relevant today as when it was first written. With details on the scandalous deal between Murdoch and Margaret Thatcher, this updated ebook edition includes an extensive new preface by Evans, the New York Times–bestselling author of Do I Make Myself Clear?, discussing the Rupert Murdoch phone-hacking scandal.
Whistle: From Here To Eternity, Whistle, And The Thin Red Line (The World War II Trilogy #3)
by James JonesFour World War II infantrymen recover at an army hospital, and struggle to readjust to the home front, in this New York Times–bestselling novel. At the end of a long journey across the Pacific, a ship catches sight of California. On board are hundreds of injured soldiers, survivors of the American infantry&’s battle to wrest the South Seas from the Japanese Empire. As the men on deck cheer their imminent return to their families, wives, and favorite girls, four stay below, unable to join in the celebration. These men are broken by war and haunted by what they learned there of the savagery of mankind. As they convalesce in a hospital in Memphis, the pain of that knowledge will torment them far worse than any wound. The third of James Jones&’s epics based on his life in the army, this posthumously published novel draws on his own experiences to depict the horrors of war and their persistence even after the jungle is left behind. This ebook features an illustrated biography of James Jones including rare photos from the author&’s estate.
ICT for Intelligent Systems: Proceedings of ICTIS 2024, Volume 3 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1109)
by Jyoti Choudrie Parikshit N. Mahalle Thinagaran Perumal Amit JoshiThis book gathers papers addressing state-of-the-art research in all areas of information and communication technologies and their applications in intelligent computing, cloud storage, data mining, and software analysis. It presents the outcomes of the 8th International Conference on Information and Communication Technology for Intelligent Systems (ICTIS 2024), held in Ahmedabad, India. The book is divided into six volumes. It discusses the fundamentals of various data analysis techniques and algorithms, making it a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners alike.
FDR’s Long New Deal: A Public Choice Perspective
by Robert E. WrightDuring his presidency, FDR led the American public to believe that the US government could set policy that would transform the economy. This book argues that this assumption, which ultimately became embedded into the general American psyche, has impacted our economy today in more ways than one. Robert E. Wright breaks down the negative societal impact of the New Deal throughout this book. The chapters highlight the lasting influence of these policies, providing new perspectives and never-before-seen archival research related to FDR's policies. The book provides insight into how assumptions of governmental intervention in the economy have shifted the direction of the economy over time. It also dives into socioeconomic topics related to social justice, critiquing the New Deal in its original and historical contexts. Wright brings a long-term public-choice perspective to the New Deal, providing interdisciplinary insights into socioeconomic topics such as gender, race, and climate. The resulting book is ideal for those interested in economics, American history, law, and policy.
Atlas of Palpation
by Robin Bauer Sandro WolframThis atlas with over 250 illustrations and videos is a modern basic work on palpation for physiotherapists. Members of the medical-therapeutic sector face the daily challenge of having to transfer theoretical knowledge into practice. The Atlas of Palpation addresses this process through its multimedia design. Evidence-based technical texts, the most modern illustrations and practical teaching videos illustrating structures and examination procedures address both students and therapists working in practice. All the essential structures of the body are shown in three-dimensional perspective, so that a basic understanding of interrelationships and movement patterns is conveyed. The palpation grips are explained in an understandable way and described in a comprehensible way. The instructional videos were specially made by the authors and the latest technical equipment in terms of camera, lighting elements and sound ensures the highest possible quality. The book is clearly divided into different body systems, which include bony, articular, ligamentous, muscular, nervous, and vascular system. A clear subdivision into subheadings makes it possible to quickly find the desired content. The multimedia approach of this book represents a unique selling point in the medical-therapeutic sector in the field of palpation. This new type of "living" book opens up completely new perspectives for readers when using it. Trainees and students will find here an optimal introduction for professional palpation; for already experienced physiotherapists it is an ideal reference book for tricky questions. Download the SN More Media app for free, scan a link with play button and access directly on your smartphone or tablet.
Rescaling Sustainability Transitions: Unfolding the Spatialities of Power Relations, Governance Arrangements, and Socio-Economic Systems
by Maija Halonen Moritz Albrecht Irene KuhmonenThis Open Access book explores sustainability transitions with a focus on their influence on the relationships between cores and peripheries, the rural and the urban, and the large and the small-scale. The societal changes induced by sustainability transitions are expected to assemble as a variegated and heterogeneous process reproduced by different spatial contexts and scales. Hence, the practical solutions and impacts of processes framed as sustainability transitions are expected to vary between different localities in terms of their natural, material, or human resources, the heritage of the development, their power and market relations, virtual and physical connections as well as shifting individual rationalities – within and across certain socio-economic spaces. To highlight these socio-spatial processes, their alignments, frictions and contradictions for sustainability transitions, this book and its contributions call for an increased engagement in the scalar aspects of sustainability transitions and their governance. The authors argue that rescaling follows from two observations on the extant literature concerning sustainability transitions. Firstly there is a call for a stronger engagement of sustainability transitions research with questions of place and relocalization practices, their embedded power relations, but also questions on small-scale trajectories for the territorial and economic materializations in terms of production and market reach as an alternative to the large-scale dominance of resource exploitation and use. Secondly there is a call for increased attention to the relational processes and ontological framing that reproduce mobilities and scalar shifts in governance arrangements.
Global Navigation Satellite Systems and Their Applications (SpringerBriefs in Space Development)
by Scott MadryProfessor Madry, one of the world's leading experts in the field of the practical applications of satellites and space technologies, provides in a condensed form, a quick yet comprehensive overview of all aspects of satellite navigation. This new edition concisely addresses the latest breakthrough technologies, the various national systems, the many applications, the regulatory issues, and the strategic implications of satellite navigation systems. The future directions of autonomous aircraft and the role drones play in satellite navigation networks are also evaluated. Moreover, the industry's strengths and weaknesses are discussed, as well as reviews of all the various national systems now being deployed. The motivation behind the proliferation of these systems, in this book, evaluates the overall societal and ethical issues of these invisible yet pervasive parts of our modern digital world.
Sustainability, Stakeholders and Marketing in the Textile Sector: Conceptual and Practical Cases for the Americas (SDGs and Textiles)
by Aníbal Enrique Toscano-Hernández Saúl Alfonso Esparza-Rodríguez Gabino García-TapiaGeospatial analysis of the Sustainable Value Chain in the Textile sector of the United States.- Sustainable practices in the textile sector: Case study of the global value chain of the American economies.- Exploring eco-innovation performance in the textile industry: Case of two export-oriented Colombian firms.- Transformational and sustainable leadership in textile companies in Lima: a qualitative study.- Obstacles to innovation in textile SMEs in the Usaquen district of Bogota, Colombia 100 Reverse Logistics: A view from green capitalism and circular economy in textile companies in Mexico.- Green marketing strategies in sustainable fashion business models.- Green marketing and its contribution to the competitiveness of the textile and apparel sector. Case study in Cali.- The green swan´s theory and circular economy and it’s influence in regenerative capitalism.- Competitiveness of decent work of the us textile sector using a multivariable classification of the sdg 8 target 5: full employment and decent work.- Critical evaluation of successful strategies for sustainable manufacturing in the textile sector and their impact on the sustainable development goals: Case studies in Colombia.
The Art of Ceramic Extrusion
by Frank HändleThis book offers a thorough exploration of ceramic extrusion, guiding readers from foundational principles to advanced applications. Beginning with an elucidation of the essence of extrusion in ceramics, the book navigates through diverse applications and the intricacies of the ideal extruder, providing readers with essential knowledge for effective implementation. Covering the concept of plasticity in ceramics and the strategic integration of additives, the book provides the necessary tools to optimize extrusion processes. Furthermore, it explores the role of simulation in enhancing productivity and performance, lists the design considerations and practical applications of piston extruders, and shows innovative possibilities of additive manufacturing by extrusion. It provides a series of engaging exercises, reinforcing learning and fostering practical application. This second edition builds upon its predecessor, offering expanded coverage and updated content to reflect the latest advancements in the field.
Platform Politics: Corporate Power, Grassroots Movements and the Sharing Economy
by Luke YatesThe ‘sharing economy’, powered by companies like Airbnb, Uber and Deliveroo, promised to revolutionize the way we work and live. But what changes have come about, and why? This book shows how platform capitalism is not only shaped by business decisions, but is a result of struggles involving social movements, consumer politics and state interventions. It focuses in particular on the controversial tactics used by platform giants to avoid regulation. Drawing on cutting-edge research and analysis, the book provides a critical overview of the struggles around platforms, examines platform power, and reflects on the different possible futures of the platform economy.
Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism and Radicalisation: Evidence-Based Policy and Practice
by Jerzy Sarnecki Gustav Grut Sören Henrich Jane L. Ireland Michael Lewis Erin Lawlor Gema Varona Leena Malkki Irina Van Der Vet Simon Fulgoni Susanna MenisEPUB and EPDF available open access under CC-BY-NC-ND licence. How can we use evidence to improve deradicalisation and violence prevention outcomes? Based on work developed during the implementation of the cross-European INDEED project, this is an essential reference book for practitioners, researchers and policy makers. It sets out the three pillars of best evidence-based practice – scientific evidence, professional judgement and consideration of clients’ preferences, values and beliefs. Demonstrating both successful and unsuccessful approaches with case studies from the field, the book offers practical strategies for prevention teams designing and evaluating their programmes.
Agriculture, Environment and Animal Care T Level: Core
by Robin Jackson Sally GreenGrow your knowledge, understanding and skills as you begin your path to a career in Agriculture, Environment and Animal Care.Created in association with City & Guilds and written by experienced practitioners Robin Jackson and Sally Green, this accessible T Level textbook provides comprehensive coverage of the core content, guiding you through the key topics, terminology and practices included in the qualification.- Build your knowledge of the core T Level content, including challenging topics such as business, finance, sustainability and ethics, plus content for several core pathways- Stay on track throughout the course, using the learning objectives at the start of each chapter and the 'Test Yourself' questions throughout- Improve your understanding of industry terminology with key terms defined clearly throughout- Develop a deeper understanding of each topic with case studies and varied activities, which help to contextualise the content within the industry- Feel confident ahead of assessment with practice questions to consolidate your knowledge and providing opportunities to test your skills
Secondary Physical Education in Action
by Debs ButlerAs an experienced teacher and sports coach, Debs Butler explores research and thinking on approaches within secondary Physical Education teaching while maintaining a focus on application to motivate and inspire a love for sports. With a vision of what experiencing PE should be for a student, this book covers a breadth of topics including planning a PE curriculum, theory PE, feedback, dialogue and modelling.Butler highlights the importance and value of PE, along with a range of ways to promote engagement and uptake and so, whether you are beginning your journey into teacher training, working as a teaching assistant or are an experienced teacher looking for new inspiration and ideas, this is an essential guide for all PE classroom-based staff.
Classics in Action
by Jessica Dixon Dr Arlene Holmes-HendersonClassics is one of the most varied and interdisciplinary of all subjects; it includes literature, history, philosophy, art and archaeology. There is growing interest among teachers in the subject, and recent studies have shown that learning Latin and/or Greek can have a positive impact on student outcomes in English and literacy.Jessica Dixon and Arlene Holmes-Henderson showcase ideas from their own teaching experience, plus innovative examples from a range of schools, to provide strategies for teaching Latin, Greek, Classical Civilisation and Ancient History that will enrich, enliven and extend your teaching practice.Inspiring and eye-opening, this will be an enjoyable and useful read for all teachers who are currently teaching, training to teach, or interested in teaching classical subjects and related disciplines, in primary or secondary schools.