Bioethics: The Basics is an introduction to the foundational principles, theories and issues in the study of medical and biological ethics. Readers are introduced to bioethics from the ground up before being invited to consider some of the most controversial but important questions facing us today. Topics addressed include:
the range of moral theories underpinning bioethics
arguments for the rights and wrongs of abortion, euthanasia and animal research
health care ethics including the nature of the practitioner-patient relationship
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Bioethics: The Basics is an introduction to the foundational principles, theories and issues in the study of medical and biological ethics...
Modernism: The Basics provides an accessible overview of the study of modernism in its global dimensions. Examining the key concepts, history and varied forms of the field, it guides the reader through the major approaches, outlining key debates, to answer such questions as:
What is modernism?
How did modernism begin?
Has modernism developed differently in different media?
How is it related to postmodernism and postcolonialism?
How have politics, urbanization and new technologies...
Modernism: The Basics provides an accessible overview of the study of modernism in its global dimensions. Examining the key concepts, hist...
Modernism: The Basics provides an accessible overview of the study of Modernism in its global dimensions. Examining the key concepts, history and varied forms of the field it guides the reader through the major approaches, outlining key debates, to answer such questions as:
- What is modernism?
- How did modernism begin?
- Has modernism developed differently in different media?
- How is it related to postmodernism and postcolonialism?
- How have politics, urbanization and new technologies affected modernism?
With engaging...
Modernism: The Basics provides an accessible overview of the study of Modernism in its global dimensions. Examining the key concepts, hist...
Ancient Near East: The Basics surveys the history of the ancient Middle East from the invention of writing to Alexander the Great s conquest. The book introduces both the physical and intellectual environment of those times, the struggles of state-building and empire construction, and the dissent from those efforts. Topics covered include:
What do we mean when we talk about the Ancient Near East?
The rise and fall of powerful states and monarchs
Daily life both in the cities and out in the fields
The legacy of the Ancient Near East: religion, science and...
Ancient Near East: The Basics surveys the history of the ancient Middle East from the invention of writing to Alexander the Great s conquest. The b...
Migration is a politically sensitive topic and an important aspect of contentious debates about social and cultural diversity, economic stability, terrorism, globalization, and nationalism. Global Migration: The Basics examines: * history and geography of global migration * the role of migrants in society * impact of migrants on the economy and the political system * policy challenges that need to be faced in confronting a rapidly changing world economy and society. This book challenges students of geography, political science, public policy, sociology, and economics to look beyond the...
Migration is a politically sensitive topic and an important aspect of contentious debates about social and cultural diversity, economic stability, ter...
Technisches Zeichnen beschaftigt sich mit der Darstellung von Planungen in allen Projektphasen. Der Schwerpunkt fur Studenten liegt hier auf der Entwicklung und dem methodischen Aufbau einer technischen Zeichnung.
Themen:
Planarten (vom Lageplan uber Entwurfszeichnungen bis hin zum Ausfuhrungs- und Detailplan)
Now in a second edition, Theatre Studies: The Basics is a fully updated guide to the wonderful world of theatre. The practical and theoretical dimensions of theatre - from acting to audience - are woven together throughout to provide an integrated introduction to the study of drama, theatre and performance. Topics covered include: * dramatic genres, from tragedy to political documentary * theories of performance * the history of the theatre in the West * acting, directing and scenography With a glossary, chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading throughout, Theatre Studies: the...
Now in a second edition, Theatre Studies: The Basics is a fully updated guide to the wonderful world of theatre. The practical and theoretical dimensi...
It was prominent architect and publicist Felix Novikov (b. 1927) who first coined the term Soviet modernism, which refers to the third, concluding period (1955-85) of Soviet architecture. The value of Novikov's creative path lies in the fact that it spans the years both before and after Soviet modernism. Today, the architect continues to be a prolific writer, critic, and initiator of many inspired ideas that materialize into publications, exhibitions, and conferences. He is the key surviving source for the fullest and most accurate understanding of Sovietarchitectureafter World War II. His...
It was prominent architect and publicist Felix Novikov (b. 1927) who first coined the term Soviet modernism, which refers to the third, concluding per...
