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This is a systematically revised and updated new edition of a highly-acclaimed text which was an immediate bestseller on courses around the world. The second edition takes a broader perspective giving increased coverage of other dimensions of globalization alongside its core focus on the rise of supraterritoriality which the author argues is globalization's most distinctive feature.
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Communication between nations is being transformed in ways unthinkable even a generation ago. As the pace of this revolution increases so does the need to address the impact of this process on culture and society. International Communication and Globalization provides an essential and timely survey of the area. The contributors trace the development of international communication while also offering new approaches to this complex and rapidly-growing field of media and communication studies. The essays in this volume scrutinize the impact of market relations, deregulation, and technology of the countries of the Third World, as well as the ethics of the global communication industry. This collection offers a range of perspectives on the relationship between the globalization of process and international communication and, as such, makes an important intervention in current debates about media, technology, and society. International Communication and Globalization is an essential resource for all students of communication, media, and international relations.
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This highly accessible text provides a comprehensive overview of globalization and its consequences. Exploring the insights of a wide range of critical theorists, this book argues that debates about globalization cannot be divorced from struggles for emancipation or from the contradictory realities of contemporary society. Clearly organized around thematic chapters designed to provoke student inquiry, the book demonstrates how the views of critical theorists are crucial to understanding the global processes shaping the world today.
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Global Media Discourse: A Critical Introduction
Van Leeuwen. Ma
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Featuring a wide range of exercises, examples, and images, this textbook provides a practical way of analysing the discourses of the global media industries. Building on a comprehensive introduction to the history and theory of global media communication, specific case studies of lifestyle and entertainment media are explored with examples from films, global women's magazines, Vietnamese news reporting and computer war games. Finally this book investigates how global media communication is produced, looking at the formats, languages and images used in creating media materials, both globally and in localised forms.
At a time when the media is becoming increasingly global, often with the same films, news and television programmes shown all over the world;
Global Media Discourse provides an accessible, lively introduction into how globalisation is changing the language and communicative practices of the media. Integrating a range of approaches, including political economy, discourse analysis and ethnography, this book will be of particular interest to students of media and communication studies, applied linguistics, and (critical) discourse analysis.
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This breakthrough textbook has been designed to unravel the complexities of International Relations theory in a way that allows students a clearer idea of how the theories work and some of the myths that are associated with them.
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Fascinating look at metaphysics of major IR theories.......2007-10-02
The other reviewers may be approaching this book from an undergraduate perspective, which is entirely legitimate. I can remember well my own frustrations with the manner in which IR theorists seemed to simply ignore the facts of the real world. But as my studies progressed, I came to understand that theory is always present. It always mediates between the facts we see and the interpretations we put on them. This is why Cynthia Weber's book is so important. Thru her analysis of a series of films she demonstrates how each main IR theory is beholden to a certain metaphysics about the actors of world politics, and relations the define them. Its a very novel idea, and she writes in a very accessible manner. I will definitely be using this book in my IR classes from here on in.
A Waste of Your Time.......2004-10-12
I was assigned this book as the only text for my "Global Politics" class. While it does a good job of explaining a few very basic theories in terms of levels of analysis, its descriptions of these are redundant, and the author makes the material seem irrelevant to the real world. She uses movies to explain the main "myths" behind the thoeries, but it's just a distraction so she doesn't have to address the real material. This book hardly talks about events in the real world or issues in international relations -- just theories! So do not expect to walk away understanding world politics -- but should you ever be caught in a discussion with institutional academics on realism and social constructivism, you'll at least be able to identify who came up with the theories. Don't waste your money.
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In recent years, there has been a great deal of public attention and criticism of multilateral institutions such as the World Bank, The International Monetary Fund and the World Trade Organization. Their annual meetings are now events that hit the headlines of major newspapers all over the world. Yet there is still intense disagreement over what purpose they fulfill.
While politicians and the established business community argue that multilateral institutions are essential tools for eliminating poverty, activists and many NGOs regard them as a means of perpetuating and strengthening the global market at the expense of developing countries. However, neither of these viewpoints are necessarily based on a detailed understanding of the multilateral institutions themselves.
This book offers students, practitioners and activists a critical introduction to the major institutions that make up the multilateral development system. The mandate of these institutions defines them as technical and functional organizations. Bøås and McNeil, however, convincingly demonstrate that they are political organizations and show how their programs have a significant impact on the domestic policies of the many countries in which they are involved.
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Reengineering for Results: A Step-By-Step Guide
Robert Janson ,
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For middle- and senior-level managers who are considering or implementing a reengineering initiative, and for members of redesign teams, this five-phase guide will hasten a successful completion of the process.
The book begins with assessments to help you determine the extent of your reengineering projects - from quick hits to cross-functional business units. No matter which type of project it is, you will learn:
* Six easy tools for conducting an organizational diagnosis.
* How to redesign work processes from a customer perspective.
* How to successfully communicate and sell the benefits of change internally to stakeholder groups.
* How to take a critical look at the new work processes to determine resource requirements.
* How to tell when a reengineering effort is headed off course (and what to do about it).
* How to sustain reengineering successes through revised measurement systems and continuous learning.
The book sums up with 12 pointers and pitfalls learned from companies that have successfully reengineered.
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Breeding for Disease Resistance in Farm Animals
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This second edition has been thoroughly updated with additional editors, authors and is no longer based on a symposium and so includes a broader range of topics. This book covers all aspects of the genetic control of disease resistance in farm animals and the utilisation of this information to breed animals with enhanced disease resistance. It includes both metabolic and infectious diseases, including those caused or borne by viruses, bacteria, helminths, ticks and flies, in both intensive and extensive, and also tropical and temperate production systems. This provides a sound base for the understanding of many infectious and metabolic diseases of economic importance throughout the world in all major domestic species, understanding the current knowledge of the gentic control of these diseases, and appreciation of the scope for genetic solutions to these disease problems and a knowledge of the tools available to achieve those solutions.
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Every parent hopes for a healthy, "normal" baby, but not all babies fall into that category. On a daily basis, genetic counselors help clients, at whatever stage of intended or actual pregnancy, navigate both the purely clincial manifestations of a complicated birth and the short and long term emotional impact. This manual helps students learn how to guide clients through this complex and difficult process. Designed to help students learn these basic counseling skills, FACILITATING THE GENETIC COUNSELING PROCESS takes a "how to" approach to these complex and emotionally charged client interactions.
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" 'Animals, Immortal Beings' by Mary Buddemeyer-Porter is considered by many reviewers to be the most comprehensive source of scriptural proof on the topic of animal immortality and should convince millions more that God's plan for our animal friends should be included by all Christian and non-Christian religions in their daily teachings. The author also points to the other religious sources that share similar views." - Bill LaSalle, radio and television announcer, newspaper reporter and editor, Ontario, Canada. Former member of the Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship International, producer of gospel music concerts, weekly Christian radio show host.
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Excellent Evidence.......2007-07-27
I am 58 years old and changing careers. I am involved in Animal ministry work and social work. I have read over 18 books on animals and the afterlife. This book is among the best. Mary has presented so much Biblical evidence, that it is impossible to believe that God does not take animals to heaven. I challenge anyone to prove otherwise of the scriptures in question. Gail Leavitt
Uplifting.......2007-07-25
My name is Chaplain Marcus Allison, an ordained chaplain of pets and even though I haven't finished this fine book I can already say this is the best work I have encountered on evidence and inspiration that God's beloved animals do indeed have souls and go to heaven! Please buy this book for not only yourself but for a hurting world, and to take a stand and proudly proclaim animals have souls!!!!!!!
Animals, Immortal Beings.......2007-07-12
This book is a must read for animal owners. I have received not only information, but also peace from this book as I learned what God says about our pets and other creatures. Whether your a Christian or not the authors insights and stories will entertain and touch you. Buy this book!
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From Canada to Kazakhstan, this 10th anniversary edition of the legendary World Snowboard Guide takes you to over 50 countries visiting 500 of the best resorts. Written for boarders by boarders, you'll find the best places to ride, stay and party. Completely revised and updated, ready for the new season. Partial Contents: Riders Tips Board Test Backcountry Guide 2006 Olympics Summer Camps & Glaciers Heli-Boarding Learn to Snowboard Terrain Parks Getting Fit Language Guide Measurements & Conversions Far-Flung Places World Maps Event Calendar Resort Review Index
RESORT GUIDES: Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Bulgaria Canada Chile Finland France Germany Italy Japan New Zealand Norway Russia Scotland Spain Sweden Switzerland USA
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How to Plan an Elegant Wedding in 6 Months or Less: Achieving Your Dream Wedding When Time Is of the Essence
Sharon Naylor
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ASIN: 0761528245
Release Date: 2000-11-30 |
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Plan the Perfect Wedding In Half the Time!
It really is possible to take care of the countless details and madness leading up to your big day and create the event you always envisioned—even with the clock ticking. And you can enjoy doing it!
Wedding expert
Sharon Naylor gives an array of creative tips, clever shortcuts, and priceless secrets to make planning your wedding seamless. You will discover how to:
·Save time and money and reduce stress while maintaining elegance
·Organize and prioritize for maximum efficiency
·Find the perfect ceremony and reception locations on short notice
·Have fun and enjoy planning under a time constraint
·And much, much more!
"A smart, comprehensive guide to planning a wedding quickly and easily. Every engaged couple should own this invaluable resource!"
—Diane Forden, editor in chief, Bridal Guide Magazine
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Helpful, but not budget........2007-09-25
I had a four month engagement, so this book was very helpful in organizing what needs to be done in such a short time. But it's definitely not for the budget wedding (it doesn't claim to be) - spending money to have other people do things is a time saver and can keep you from being too stressed during your engagement. This book has helpful charts to fill in and keep you organized, whether you are having a do-it-yourself kind of wedding or hiring lots of professionals. I would recommend this book to any bride to be, short engagement or long.
OK, but not as helpful as I would have liked.......2007-06-16
To be fair, I did buy this book used so some of the information was outdated. There were a few items that were helpful and gave me good ideas but overall I thought that it should have been more useful to a person planning a wedding in 6 months or less. Most of the information just seemed to be practial information used as filler. And almost all of it was the same as the other guides I bought which were written for people with ages to plan their weddings.
Smart and frugal tips.......2006-11-10
This book has been very useful in figuring out ways to mitigate the expense of planning a wedding quickly (I'm @ 5 months and counting!!) Without as much time to shop around, you need to get creative and this book does help. Some of the ideas are obvious, but there are enough you won't have thought of to make the purchase worth it. Written in a friendly, enjoyable style to make it a fun read.
This is the book to buy!!!.......2006-05-09
When you are trying to plan a wedding in less than a year, this is definitely the book to buy. It is thorough, yet easy to read, and practical. Makes fast wedding planning do-able.
abride.......2006-04-05
I have to say that when we started discussing marriage I went straight to the library and checked out 10 books. This was the only one I wanted to keep! She has great insight and its an easy read. I felt like I was getting tips from a seasoned professional and a friend. My mom picked it up too. Great book.
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