This book introduces new approaches to semiotics and metaphysical philosophy. Drawing from over 30 years of research, it shows how mature semiotics leads to new philosophical vistas, with conclusions that differ significantly from currently accepted philosophical views.
A Charismatic Model of the Church
Lee focuses on Edward Irving’s teaching of the church as the body of Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit and the eschatological community in holiness. He explores Irving’s emphasis upon the exalted humanity of Christ after His resurrection in relation to the church.
Developing countries are the most vulnerable to climate change impacts, making it a matter of moral ethics. This book explores how concerted global action and traditional knowledge can enable them to adapt to the effects of climate change.
These essays explore the importance of water imagery in the work of George Sand. Discover the complex symbolism of water—encompassing life and death, fluid kinship, and artistic creativity—in her novels, short stories, plays, and even her paintings.
Transforming the Colony
Winter investigates the lives of convicts transported to Western Australia, particularly how their presence in the colony served as a form of modernity, fundamentally transforming it in the process.
Nature Alive
Inspired by the work of Alfred North Whitehead and his metaphysical “lens,” the contributors here bring a multiplicity of philosophical orientations to the table in challenging the mechanistic and reductionistic neo-Darwinian paradigm still dominant today in the life sciences.
This book proposes a model of light knot electronic structure, challenging the interpretation of quantum entanglement and proving a paradox in the uncertainty relationship. It establishes the foundation for a deterministic, local-realism quantum mechanics.
The most significant phenomenon occurring around us today is the European crisis, whether in its political, economic, cultural or social manifestations. This volume brings together the contributions of twenty authors in response to this challenge.
With distinguished features in its sound system, syntax, and discourse, Chinese is a unique language. This volume presents new advances in Chinese linguistics, drawing on diverse theoretical models valuable to linguists, educators, and students.
By focusing on colonial histories and legacies, this edited anthology breaks new ground in studying modernity in Islamicate contexts. From a range of perspectives, the authors probe ‘colonial modernity’ as being introduced into such contexts by European encroachment.
Demystifying Climate Risk Volume II
Before their expertise is lost, seasoned leaders from the Montreal Protocol—the world’s most successful treaty for atmospheric protection—share their wisdom. This book leverages their lessons to inspire future innovations in climate science, industry, and sustainability.
Offering powerful perspectives about legalized termination and reduction, using allusions to cult films and images from pop culture, this text will serve to persuade students, educators, politicians, lawmakers, and community leaders in the debate on abortion.
Processes of Immigration in Rural Europe
This anthology sheds light on the diversity of in-migration, its specific implications for development and strategies for coping. The contributions encourage theoretical discussions, and provide stimuli for practitioners involved in migration and development issues.
Culture and Society in Crete
The papers here explore original aspects of the Cretan cultural and historical tradition, offering unique insights into already established fields. As a result, they will appeal to scholars of modern Greek studies, Renaissance Studies and comparative literature, among others.
The international group of historians represented here focus on several significant groups of minorities who were driven into exile from the sixteenth to the eighteenth centuries. They discuss a broad range of topics, including the religious meaning they accorded to their exile.
Language Acquisition at the Interfaces
Presenting leading research in first, second, and heritage language acquisition, this volume explores syntax, semantics, and phonology across a diverse range of spoken and signed languages. An essential reference for all scholars in the field.
Academic Days of Timişoara
Language Education Today will appeal to teachers of modern languages. The papers it contains, from an international symposium, deal with two main approaches to teaching: linguistics and languages for specific purposes.
This title presents pioneering research on the impact of new media on the Palestinian Diaspora, and is the result of unprecedented access to the Palestinian community in the UK. It explores issues of politics, conflict resolution and life experiences of the Palestinian people.
The Metamorphoses of Philosophy III
A 3000-year journey into the Western mind. This book explores how ideas emerge from the interplay of philosophy, culture, and science. In a conversational style, it powerfully challenges scientific reductionism, appealing to historians and all deep thinkers.
This text engages the reader in understanding past and contemporary critical issues in African scholarship, both in the diaspora and on the continent, that have been marginalized, unexamined, and under-researched, and proposes ways to make them visible.