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What is the relationship between theatre and class? How has this relationship developed over time, from the Aristocracy to cotemporary times? What happens when late-stage capitalism and working class characters are the focus of theatre? Theatre and Class is a stark look at the evolution of the political economy in Western society. Exploring the historical development of the notions of 'class', as well as the contemporary debates that still su...

Julia Sneeringer's book provides a concise overview of developments in the Federal Republic of Germany from the end of the Second World War and Germany's division, to the unification of East and West Germany in 1990. Within the framework of key political and economic moments, it illuminates how West Germans experienced social, economic, and cultural change across four decades. Chronologically structured and supplemented with timelines, each c...

Providing a state-of-the-art overview of critical sociolinguistics, this volume traces the formation and advancement of the field. Key academic figures from around the world explore the main concepts within critical sociolinguistics, examining the work of Monica Heller and offering insights into the politics that surrounds knowledge of language and society. Presenting the most prominent theoretical and methodological concepts influencing the...

Julia Sneeringer's book provides a concise overview of developments in the Federal Republic of Germany from the end of the Second World War and Germany's division, to the unification of East and West Germany in 1990. Within the framework of key political and economic moments, it illuminates how West Germans experienced social, economic, and cultural change across four decades. Chronologically structured and supplemented with timelines, each c...

To achieve a better understanding of the everyday lives of the Mesopotamians, Alhena Gadotti and Alexandra Kleinerman interrogate the relationships between life, death and the afterlife in this ancient society. By focusing on the beliefs and rituals surrounding life and death, illuminated through case studies and primary evidence, including letters written by both women and men, the book allows readers to infiltrate the minds of the ancients a...

In 2024 the literary community commemorates the 100th anniversary of the death of Joseph Conrad. This volume of collected essays takes the opportunity to reflect on Conrad's enduring influence on literature and culture in the 21st century. Offering reflections on Conrad's legacy by leading critics and scholars in the field of Conrad studies as well as by significant figures in the arts and cultural sector, it represents a unique contribution...

New York Times bestselling author, psychologist, and leadership expert Henry Cloud equips us to understand and manage trust for successful relationships through five foundational aspects.Trust is the fuel for all of life. We are wired biologically, neurologically, emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically to trust. Trust is the currency that drives every relationship, beginning with the foundational bond between infants and their mothers, ...

Sprinter, long jumper, and Paralympian Scout Bassett shares the lessons she's learned battling the toughest challenges facing young women today.As an infant in China, Scout Bassett survived a fire that took her right leg. She spent the next seven years in an orphanage before being adopted and whisked away to the United States, where she felt foreign in every way. Though she defied the odds and became a gold medalist and world-record holder, Sc...

The fizzy, "marvellously entertaining" (Los Angeles Times) story of the world's favourite beverageFor God, Country and Coca-Cola¿is the definitive history of the great American soft drink and the company that makes it. From its origins as a patent medicine in Reconstruction Atlanta through its rise as the dominant consumer beverage of the American century, the story of Coke is as singular, appealing, and effervescent as the drink itself. Mark ...

A widower looking for a sensible wife gets more than he bargained for when his lovely new housekeeper begins to stir his closed-off heart.With Phoebe Kropf's learning disabilities and anxiety, her family tends to coddle her. She knows she is loved but longs to be treated as the competent adult she is. So when her friend asks her to take over her housekeeping job during the holiday season, Phoebe is excited to accept the role-especially since i...

This is the first collection of original essays, articles, and images from authors, activists, artists, and scholars that grapple with the explicit body and the staging of sex across multiple spaces - from burlesque to drag, to sex work, to celebrity culture. Sex on Stage uncovers how gender and sexuality collide on stage in dynamic, dramatic, and thought-provoking ways. By taking a broad view of sex and the stage, this book tracks influences...

Fans of RaeAnne Thayne and Debbie Macomber will love this USA Today bestselling author's holiday romance about enemies who fall for each other in a small Massachusetts coastal town. Evangeline Christmas will do anything to save her year-round Christmas store, Holiday House, when high-powered real-estate developer Caine Elliot uses his money and influence to push through his competing property next door. When her last desperate attempt to stop ...

Canoe through the Amazon, explore the bustling capital of Quito, snorkel in the Galápagos, or kick back on the coast: Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries for spending time in the Sierras, the Amazon, the coast, Quito, and the Galápagos Islands Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Hike through the Amazon rainforest, paddle across lily-covered lagoons, and...

This is the first collection of original essays, articles, and images from authors, activists, artists, and scholars that grapple with the explicit body and the staging of sex across multiple spaces - from burlesque to drag, to sex work, to celebrity culture. Sex on Stage uncovers how gender and sexuality collide on stage in dynamic, dramatic, and thought-provoking ways. By taking a broad view of sex and the stage, this book tracks influences...

From the pastel rooftops of Positano to the soaring peak of Monte Solaro, immerse yourself in la dolce vita with Moon Amalfi Coast. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries for spending 1 to 5 days in different spots along the Amalfi Coast, including Sorrento, Capri, Naples, and more, that can be combined for a longer trip Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Swim in turquoise waters, relax on sun-soaked beaches, or hop on a boat and cru...

Celebrate Indigenous thinkers and inventions with this beautifully designed, award-winning interactive nonfiction book—perfect for fans of Braiding Sweetgrass." Essential for kids and adults. We need this book." —Candace Fleming,  award-winning author of The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh and The Family Romanov Corn. Chocolate. Fishing hooks. Boats that float. Insulated double-walled construction. Recorded history and folklore. Life-saving...

A glittering debut about life and loss that follows Amie as she learns to heal and move forward over the course of a life-changing year, for fans of When You Trap a Tiger and The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise. Amie has spent her life perfectly in tune with Ba-ba, her father—she plays the violin, his favorite instrument, she loves all his favorite foods, even if he can’t eat them during his cancer treatments, and they talk about books, i...

Pferde sind Irmas Leidenschaft, die Liebe ist ihr Schicksal ... Wien 1899. Nach dem Tod von Kaiserin Elisabeth kämpft die Spanische Hofreitschule ums Überleben. Auch die junge Irma Rehberger fragt sich, wie diese vor dem Ruin gerettet werden kann. Als Mitstreiter an ihrer Seite erweist sich der Reporter Michael Brunner, der eine groß angelegte Geschichte über Irma, die erste Frau an der Spanischen Hofreitschule, und ihren geliebten Hengst N...

A heart warming and irresistible novel about the rejuvenating power of pottery, for fans of Before The Coffee Gets Cold and What You Are Looking For Is In The Library.--Jungmin is down on her luck. She's worked tirelessly as a screenwriter her whole life, and has finally burnt out.But after months of isolation, she realises it's time to make a change, and ventures out into the streets near Seoul. When she stumbles upon a pottery workshop, a ne...

PRE-ORDER THE KOREAN BESTSELLER NOW, AN UPLIFTING GIFT OF A BOOK- - - A rumour surrounds an old house. Send a letter and if it's chosen a mysterious ticket will be delivered to you.No one is more surprised than Serin when she receives a ticket inviting her to a store that opens once a year when it rains.Here she's offered to sell a misfortune for happiness.The problem? She has one week to find true happiness, or she'll be trapped inside foreve...