Violence against women is a major problem in all countries, affecting women in every socio-economic group and at every life stage. Nowhere in the world do women share equal social and economic rights with men or the same access as men to productive resources. Economic globalization and development[...]

This extremely innovative interdisciplinary text guides the reader through the research process from research design through to analysis and presentation while at the same time introducing the range of debates, challenges and tools that feminists use in their research around the world.[...]

This award-winning cultural history of black dance explores the meaning of dance in African-American life and the connections among music, song, and dance in African-American culture.[...]

"This is a rigorously edited book that maintainsconsistency throughout, I found the concludingchapter 'reflections on reflections' particularlyuseful. This book captures what is current inreflective practice neatly charting its disseminationfrom education theory into the different therapyschools. Re[...]

A new edition of the only textbook for WJEC GCSE courses in Catering and Hospitality & Catering.

This book provides an in-depth and coherent look at the context, methods and procedures for designing and conducting business surveys. It tells you how tocollect data from businesses, establishments or organisations whenusing a survey.[...]

The books in this series use cartoon style illustrations and lively narrative text to make key topics in science and geography both accessible and engaging. This approach encourages children to read about and understand even complex ideas. Each book contains an experiment, useful websites and an ind[...]

A series using cartoon-style illustrations and humorous narrative text to make key topics in Science and Geography accessible. This approach encourages children to read about and understand complex ideas. The story follows astronaut Zac on his first trip into space. There he experiences what life is[...]

A series using cartoon-style illustrations and humorous narrative text to make key topics in Science and Geography accessible. This approach encourages children to read about and understand complex ideas. This story looks at a food chain on the grasslands of Africa. We find out how plants create the[...]

This title features over 200 full colour illustrations of 82 of the most effective dance, movement and performance exercises. Now you can see what it takes to be a stronger, more elegant dancer. It is powerful, expressive and compelling. "Dance Anatomy" depicts the relationship between muscle develo[...]

Gives ambitious leaders the powerful strategies they need to become authentic 21st century leaders. This book makes sense of the complexities faced by organizations, especially in the face of aggressive growth or, conversely, recession and downsizing.[...]

Both amateur and professional potters constantly seek time-saving tips, trade secrets, and new technical knowledge--which makes this handsomely illustrated book exactly what they're looking for Author Jacqui Atkin describes the full range of available clays and their individual qualities, as well a[...]

Braid embroidery is just one of the many wonderful textile traditions found in China. This book is intended as a snapshot of the technique, providing insights into its history and development. It considers materials and equipment, ranging from the made-for-purpose to household alternatives.[...]