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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days Contemporary Sociology is an introductory textbook with angles and arguments. Responding to the need for a different kind of introductory textbook, it provides more focused, in-depth explorations of the most exciting and contemporary aspects of sociology. The 21 chapters, written by leading experts in each field, offer a thought-provoking portrait of sociology. Each chapter tackles key issues at the centre of contemporary sociological research in an exceptionally clear, engaging and relevant way, focusing on critical approaches and analyses. The book includes: * A strong focus on making sociological thinking relevant to the contemporary world * Illustrative examples and analysis of recent real-world events * Coverage of all major sociological topics of continuing or emerging interest, from class, ethnicity and global social change to human rights, the environment, and science and technology * Carefully thought-out questions and further readings to probe understanding and encourage critical thinking * Additional, regularly updated online resources Contemporary Sociology is a serious yet accessible text and should be required reading for both new and more advanced undergraduates. It will fire students imaginations to explore the latest dynamics driving the study of our social world. Features Summary Contemporary Sociology is an introductory textbook with angles and arguments. Responding to the need for a different kind of introductory textbook, it provides more focused... Author Martin Holborn (Author), Michael Drake (Author), Beverley Skeggs (Author), Mark Erickson (Author), Kath Woodward (Author), Andy Pilkington (Author), Lorraine Green (Author) Publisher Polity Press Release date 20150424 Pages 720 ISBN 0-7456-6183-1 ISBN 13 978-0-7456-6183-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Auditing and Assurance: Principles and Practice provides a practical, applied and engaging introductory textbook to support students throughout the undergraduate level of the Auditing curriculum. The text is designed to enhance learning by supporting holistic understanding: theory is presented within the framework of the real-world business environment, assisting readers to engage with principles and standards with an understanding of the context within which they are applied. The text offers a clear pedagogical framework, which supports applied learning and develops independent, critical and reflective engagement with the subject matter. A continuing case study, which follows the audit of a real South African company, demonstrates practical application of the principles and the integration of the auditing process with a typical audit client's business. Features Summary Auditing Fundamentals in a South African Context is a practical, applied and engaging introductory textbook that supports students throughout the undergraduate level of the Auditing curriculum. Author Rolien Kunz (Author), R Butler (Author), David Nathan (Author), Dana Josset (Author), Henriette Scholtz (Author), Vincent Motholo (Author), S. P. J. Von Wielligh (Editor), Graeme O'Reilly (Author), Gerrit Penning (Author), Riaan Rudman (Author) Publisher Oxford University Press Southern Africa Release date 20140901 Pages 742 ISBN 0-19-599821-9 ISBN 13 978-0-19-599821-4

REDUCED! How to Analyse Texts  is the essential introductory textbook and toolkit for language analysis. This book shows the reader how to undertake detailed, language-focussed, contextually sensitive analyses of a wide range of texts – spoken, written and multimodal. The book constitutes a flexible resource which can be used in different ways across a range of courses and at different levels. This textbook includes:   three parts covering research and study skills, language structure and use, and how texts operate in sociocultural contexts a wide range of international real-life texts, including items from  South China Morning Post, art’otel Berlin and Metro  Sweden, which cover digital and print media, advertising, recipes and much more objectives and skill review for each section, activities, commentaries, suggestions for independent assignments, and an analysis checklist for students to follow a combined glossary and index and a comprehensive further reading section a companion website at  www.routledge.com/cw/goddard  with further links and exercises for students.¿ Written by two experienced teachers of English Language,  How to Analyse Texts  is key reading for all students of English language and linguistics.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days Our Energy Future is an introductory textbook for the study of energy production, alternative and renewable fuels, and ways to build a sustainable energy future. Jones and Mayfield explore the creation and history of fossil fuels, their impact on the environment, and how they have become critical to our society. The authors also outline how adopting sustainable biofuels will be key to the future of energy stability and discuss a number of renewable energy options and biofuel feedstocks that are replacements for petroleum-based products. Our society is consuming energy at an alarming rate, and the authors warn that continuing fuel-usage patterns could permanently damage the environment. This book emphasizes the importance of continued scientific, agricultural, and engineering development while it outlines the political and environmental challenges that will accompany a complete shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy and biomass. Our Energy Future is an accessible resource for undergraduate students studying biofuels and bioenergy. Features Summary Explores the creation and history of fossil fuels, their impact on the environment, and how they have become critical to our society. This title shows how adopting sustainable biofuels will be key to the future of energy stability and discuss a renewable energy options and biofuel feedstocks that are replacements for petroleum-based products. Author Carla S. Jones (Author), Stephen P. Mayfield (Author) Publisher University of California Press Release date 20160319 Pages 221 ISBN 0-520-27877-1 ISBN 13 978-0-520-27877-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days An essential introductory textbook that shows students how science came to be such an important aspect of modern culture. Lively and readable, it provides a rich historical survey of the major developments in scientific thought, from the Ancient Greeks to the twentieth century. John Henry also explains how new scientific theories have emerged and analyses their impact on contemporary thinking. This is an ideal core text for modules on the History of Science, Medicine and Technology, or the History and Philosophy of Science - or a supplementary text for broader modules on European History or Intellectual History - which may be offered at the upper levels of an undergraduate History, Philosophy or Science degree. In addition it is a crucial resource for students who may be studying the history of science for the first time as part of a taught postgraduate degree in European History, Intellectual History, Science or Philosophy. Features Summary This is an ideal core text for modules on the History of Science, Medicine and Technology, or the History and Philosophy of Science - or a supplementary text for broader modules on European History or Intellectual History - which may be offered at the upper levels of an undergraduate History... Author John Henry Publisher Red Globe Press Release date 20111129 Pages 328 ISBN 0-230-01943-9 ISBN 13 978-0-230-01943-0

This textbook provides a calculus-based introduction to economics. Students blessed with a working knowledge of the calculus will find that this text facilitates their study of the basic analytical framework of economics. The textbook examines a wide range of micro and macro topics, including prices and markets, equity versus efficiency, Rawls versus Bentham, accounting and the theory of the firm, optimal lot size and just in time, monopoly and competition, exchange rates and the balance of payments, inflation and unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, IS-LM analysis, aggregate demand and supply, speculation and rational expectations, growth and development, exhaustible resources and over-fishing. While the content is similar to that of conventional introductory economics textbook, the assumption that the reader knows and enjoys the calculus distinguishes this book from the traditional text. Format:Paperback

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 13 working days Business Economics builds on the authority, clarity and real-world relevance of Economics by Gregory Mankiw and Mark Taylor (two of the world's leading economists) to create an introductory economics textbook fully focused on the curriculum and pedagogical needs of business economics students. Business Economics has a superb logical structure. The classic ten principles approach to economics is retained and right at the outset the text considers the business environment so immediately establishing the book's business focus. Both microeconomics and macroeconomics are then comprehensively covered and each perspective is carefully mined for insights directly relevant to business economics students. A final part examines the implications of economic globalization for the conduct of business internationally. Business Economics is a global textbook with a particular focus on Europe, the Middle East and Africa; it is replete with examples from all these regions. This text is ideal for use on both business economics degrees and on business economics modules on business, engineering and social science courses at undergraduate level. It is also ideal for use on MBA courses. Features Summary Examines the implications of economic globalization for the conduct of business internationally. This title focuses on Europe, the Middle East and Africa... Author Mark P. Taylor (Author), Andrew Ashwin (Author), N. Gregory Mankiw (Author) Publisher Cengage Learning (Emea) Ltd Release date 20130221 Pages 640 ISBN 1-4080-6981-4 ISBN 13 978-1-4080-6981-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours This book introduces students to the general principles of contract law with specific application to South Africa. It integrates the common law, statutory law and constitutional perspectives. The text supports learning and the development of independent academic skills through various learning features. This edition includes a full new chapter addressing the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. Features Summary The textbook offers an introductory, comprehensive overview of the law of contract. Author Dale Hutchison (Author), Chris Pretorius (Author), Tjakie Naude (Author), Jacques du Plessis (Author), Sieg Eiselen (Author), Tomas Floyd (Author), Luanda Hawthorn (Author) Publisher Oxford University Press Southern Africa Release date 20120917 Pages 516 ISBN 0-19-905511-4 ISBN 13 978-0-19-905511-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Brief yet thorough and affordably priced, The Ethical Life: Fundamental Readings in Ethics and Moral Problems, Third Edition, is ideal for courses in introductory ethics and contemporary moral problems. Featuring forty readings divided into four parts--The Good Life, Normative Ethics, Metaethics, and Moral Problems--it introduces students to ethical theory and a wide range of moral issues. The essays include selections from such historically influential philosophers as Aristotle, Hume, Kant, and Mill alongside work by contemporary philosophers like Philippa Foot, Robert Nozick, Peter Singer, and Judith Jarvis Thomson. Detailed reading introductions provide helpful contextual information. The text is supplemented by an online Instructor's Manual and Computerized Test Bank and a Companion Website with student self-quizzes and additional resources. Designed as a companion reader to Russ Shafer-Landau's textbook, The Fundamentals of Ethics, Third Edition, this volume is also comprehensive enough to be used on its own. Features Summary This four-part collection of original writings in moral philosophy covers issues in The Good Life, Normative Ethics: Theories of Right Conduct, Metaethicss: The Status of Morality... Author Russ Shafer-Landau Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date 20140630 Pages 512 ISBN 0-19-999727-6 ISBN 13 978-0-19-999727-5