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Social Movements: The Key Concepts
Social Movements: The Key Concepts provides an insightful, contemporary introduction to some of the frequently encountered terms and groups that are central to the study of collective action and social and political activism. Following an A-Z format, the entries defined and discussed are drawn from the following areas: the ‘old’ social movements of the nineteenth century the ‘new’ social movements of the 1960s and 1970s the rise of contemporary ‘network’ movements. Key American, European and global social movements are addressed, with each entry related to contemporary developments and emergent tendencies within the field. Including helpful references for further study, this concise and up-to-date guide is of relevance for those studying a range of disciplines, including sociology, politics, cultural studies and human geography.
London's Secret Walks
London is a great city for walking, whether for pleasure, exercise or simply to get from A to B. Despite the city's extensive transport system, walking is also often the quickest way to get around − at least in the centre − and it's also free and healthy! London has grown organically over 2,000 years rather than being planned logically like some modern cities (such as New York). As a result many attractions are off the beaten track, away from the major thoroughfares and public transport hubs. This favours waking as the best way to explore the city, which contains a wealth of interesting sights in every 'nook and cranny'.
Complexity and Social Movements
Making use of complexity theory concepts from the natural and social sciences, this informative book provides a framework for understanding mobilization, identity formation and information flows in global social movements.
The Documentary Impulse
Award-winning photographer Stuart Franklin's exploration of how we, as humans, are driven to visually document our experiences and the world around us. Stuart Franklin took one of the most powerful photographs of the twentieth century - the 'tank man' in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, 1989. From his insightful position as a photographer, Franklin explores why we are driven to visually document our experiences and the world around us. He focuses on photography but traces this universal need through art, literature and science. Looking at photojournalism, war photography and work recording our culture, Franklin identifies some of its driving impulses: curiosity, outrage, reform and ritual; the sea...
London's Secrets
British pubs and bars are world famous for their bonhomie, great atmosphere, good food and fine ales. Nowhere is this more so than in London, which has a plethora of watering holes of all shapes and sizes: classic historic boozers and trendy style bars; traditional riverside inns and luxurious cocktail bars; enticing wine bars and brew pubs; mouthwatering gastro pubs and brasseries; welcoming gay bars and raucous music venues. So, whether you're seeking somewhere for a pint of real ale or a delicious meal, a place to meet and have fun with your mates, or maybe just somewhere to relax and chill out, you're bound to find your perfect venue in London--with the help of the insider 'secrets' in this book! Cheers!
Constituent Imagination
From the ivory tower to the barricades! Radical intellectuals explore the relationship between research and resistance.
London's Hidden Corners, Lanes & Squares
London s Hidden Corners, Lanes & Squares was inspired by Samuel Johnson s advice to his friend and biographer James Boswell in the 18th century, on the occasion of the latter s arrival in London: survey its innumerable little lanes and courts. These are less numerous in the 21st century than in Dr Johnson s time, so we ve extended the great man s brief to include alleys, squares and yards, along with some roads and streets and the odd green space."
London's Secret Walks
A walking guide with a difference, taking you off the beaten tourist track to discover London's hidden and lesser-known (but no less fascinating) sights. Step beyond the chaos, clich�s and queues of London's tourist-clogged attractions and explore its secretive, enigmatic side. Discover the city's hidden ancient buildings, secret gardens, beautiful and poignant sculptures and monuments, bizarre street art and trivia, ancient pubs, historic shops and much, much more. Contains 25 walks from Putney to Spitalfields, Paddington to Borough, Kensington to Clerkenwell, taking in most of central London.
Mediating Nature
Mediating Nature provides a history of the present nature of mass mediation. It examines the ways in which a number of discourses, technologies and institutions have historically shaped the current ways of imagining nature in the mass media. Where much of the existing research treats mass mediation as a matter of media technologies, texts, or institutions, this text adopts a somewhat different approach: it considers mass mediation as a historical process by means of which the members of audiences and indeed the public more generally came to be incorporated as observers in, and of mass culture. This approach allows the book to investigate the roles that a wide range of genres relating to natu...
Theories of Social Change
The primary stimulant to social change is exposure to the situation. As individuals grow and understand the situation that requires change, they grow more willing to accept that the situation requires change. For instance, in the mid 20th century, access to television and an increased media focus on the civil rights movement, as well as an increased access to the writings and speeches of civil rights leaders, shifted the public perspective towards a positive impression of the civil rights movement. This shift in perception helped stimulate change. Technology increases public exposure to the needs of others. Television and the Internet provide an around-the-clock perspective on social needs a...
