This book outlines the struggle for social change in Britain from a Socialist perspective. It argues that for Britain to become a better society, it needs to develop better ideas—the ideas of Socialism.
Workers and Politics
A study of working-class politics and British labour history. It explores the history of the British Left, Socialism, Communism, the ideas of Karl Marx, and the development of Socialism as the ideology of the working class.
Political Views and Ideas
From a Socialist perspective, this collection of essays analyzes the crisis of our times. It examines the problems of Capitalist politics—from economic and social turmoil to the environmental crisis—and outlines a solid argument for a better politics today: Democratic Socialism.
This collection of essays on Socialism and Socialist Humanism argues that left-wing ideas are crucial to building a better world.
This book explores how writers have shaped social revolutions and their connection to radicals. A blend of political theory, literary theory, and political action, it is a call for writers to work towards Socialism.
This comprehensive study of John Gardner’s Grendel shows the novel to be much more than an ironic twist on Beowulf. It reveals three distinct fights that mirror the poem, solving mysteries that have stymied readers and assessing Grendel as a tragic hero.
This book surveys the history of the Burroughs Corporation, from its days as an early mainframe vendor to its merger with Univac to form Unisys. Burroughs developed one of the most innovative computer architectures, whose advanced designs survive today as a counterpoint to IBM.
Nietzsche and Music
Friedrich Nietzsche was not just a philosopher; he was a composer. This ground-breaking volume explores the connection between his thought and his music, analyzing his radical compositions and tracing his influence on genres from classical composers to heavy metal.
Tributes to Derek Walcott, 1930-2017
This book brings together essays, memoirs, and creative work on Nobel laureate Derek Walcott. Renowned poets, critics, and artists lay bare their relationship with the larger-than-life figure, casting ‘various light’ on his by-no-means unproblematic legacy.
Light-Duty Vehicle Carbon Emission Standards and the Rebound Effect
This book analyzes Australia’s proposed light vehicle fuel efficiency standards, assessing their economic and environmental impacts. It investigates the rebound effect to determine if efficiency gains truly reduce energy consumption, offering crucial insights for climate policy.
This book tells the story of Monet, Tchaikovsky, and Zola. Parallel biographies follow these three artistic geniuses as they took a leading role in moving painting, music, and literature in a bold new direction, shaping the course of modern culture in 19th-century Europe.
This book offers an application of Bourdieu’s framework to the under-examined experiences of community-college students seeking a second chance in Hong Kong. It explores how middle and working-class students see themselves and face academic challenges throughout their journey.
Cultural Exchanges in the Eastern Mediterranean
The history of the Mediterranean is rich with migration, colonisation, and trade. This collection highlights underrepresented cultural exchanges, with Cyprus as a central crossroads, linking the study of everyday life to macro-scale narratives based on trans-regional engagement.
An Exploration of Hatred in Pop Music
‘Love’ may be the major theme of pop songs, but ‘hate’ runs it close. This book explores hatred across the history of popular music—in lyrics, album art, and the industry itself—asking important questions about misogyny, politics, psychology, and family along the way.
Contemporary Dance and Southern African Rock Art
In Apartheid South Africa, the author started a mixed-race dance company in her garage. Weaving together research into rock art and transformative choreography, this book shows how dance can change attitudes, perceptions, and the human spirit. Includes a video link to the dance.
Writing as Performance
This volume finds an outlet in autoethnography, creating authentic relations between scholars and their writing. It explores new relationships forced into being by the pandemic, as authors describe personal experiences that shed light upon wider cultural and social dynamics.
Intentional Parenting
This book offers a multi-cultural, global perspective on parenting. It combines cultural wisdom with the latest scientific research to guide you in raising a healthy child through every stage, from connecting with an infant to communicating with an adolescent.
The first collection to survey great books by African authors across the academic disciplines. Expert contributors select and analyze five landmark texts in their fields, exploring their profound influence on individuals and society.
This volume analyses the political activities of migrant groups and diasporas in their host countries and homelands. It combines theoretical approaches and case studies to detail their objectives, organizations, and links with political parties.