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Providing engaging and diverse 19th, 20th and 21st century non-fiction and literary non-fiction texts, clustered around a range of themes, this Rollercoaster collection is ideal for use with all KS3 and KS4 students to help prepare them for the GCSE English Language and Literature requirements.

Explores the extent to which the early modern English stage came to reflect the presence and performances of Italian actresses.

This book documents the recent developments of what Marx called the 'general law of social production', and the leading roles of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development and the World Bank as advocates of a single global model of capitalist development.

This book challenges the view that bad beliefs - beliefs that blatantly conflict with easily available evidence - can largely be explained by widespread irrationality, instead arguing that ordinary people are rational agents whose beliefs are the result of their rational response to the evidence they're presented with.

A study of the uses in American culture of the image of the post-war fallout shelter in the 1960s and 1980s that offers ways of understanding those decades and speaks directly to contemporary issues around borders, migration, and national, regional, and personal security.

Explores the mutually shaping influences of legal developments over the eighteenth century and the expression and form of satire in the period, from satirical literature to non-verbal forms including caricature.

A fresh perspective on women translators in the early modern period, with particular focus on the relatively underexplored culture of translation in Germany.

There's some weird stuff going on in the garden and Bug Muldoon, private investigator for the insect world, and best detective in the garden, is trying to get to the bottom of it. Insects are disappearing. The Wasp Queen is threatening to kill him. There are whispers that a rebel ant force is forming. Can he solve the case before it's too late?

Grandpa refuses to stay in hospital, as he is determined to finish his painting, 'River Boy', before he goes. At first Jess can't understand his refusal, but then she too becomes involved in the painting. And when she meets the river boy himself, she finds she is caught up in a challenge of her own that she must complete - before it's too late.

Noughts and Crosses is a riveting novel written by the renowned author, Malorie Blackman. Published in the year 2021, this book has quickly become a favorite among readers. The genre of the book is hard to pin down, as it seamlessly blends elements of drama, romance, and dystopia. The story is set in a society where 'Noughts' and 'Crosses' are segregated, and it explores themes of love, prejudice, and injustice. The characters and their struggles are brought to life through Blackman's powerful storytelling. This book is a testament to her ability to create compelling narratives that resonate with readers. Published by Oxford University Press, Noughts and Crosses is a book that promises an unforgettable reading experience. It is a must-read for those who appreciate thought-provoking literature.

This second edition of The Oxford Handbook of Computational Linguistics has been updated and revised throughout, with 17 new chapters included on key recent topics in the field. It will be an essential reference for researchers and students in computational linguistics and Natural Language Processing as well as those working in related industries.

This title explores the procedural and substantive principles of administration law. It uses case studies and comparative studies of procedural fairness and propriety in courts to find the similarities and differences among various legal systems. Along with several European countries, it also covers Latin America and China.

This volume was developed as part of a cooperative project of the European Law Institute (ELI) and the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT), dealing with civil procedure law. The long-term project began in February 2014 and ended in February 2020.

This collection of essays, written by international experts and covering a range of different areas of intellectual property law, draws on constitutional theory, and particularly on ideas of "new constitutionalism", to engage with the complex array of contemporary legal constraints on intellectual property law-making.

This book explores conversational units of language - vocatives, interjections, particles, and illocutionary complementizers - in Ibero-Romance languages. It draws on naturalistic data and elicited judgements to offer new insights into colloquial grammar and morphosyntactic variation in Romance and into the organization of grammar more broadly.

Part of the Oxford Psychiatry Library series, this handbook will provide clinicians with an overview of the clinical characteristics, assessment, and treatment of cognitive dimensions of MDD and offers extended and novel diagnostic and treatment approaches.

A short introduction and overview of developing intersections between digital methods and literary studies that offers the best starting place for those who wish to learn more about the possibilities, but also the limitations, of the digital humanities in the literary space.

This book provides an account of the origins of transnational criminal law. The volume examines a range of topics, beginning with normative, intellectual, and institutional histories. It discusses specific transnational crimes ranging from piracy to cybercrime, and scrutinises jurisdiction, modes of liability, and the place of the individual.

This original study draws on the results of latest archaeological discoveries to describe London's Roman origins. It offers a wealth of new information from one of the world's richest and most intensively studied archaeological sites.

Martha Maps It Out is a captivating book penned by the talented author, Leigh Hodgkinson. Published in 2022 by the respected Oxford University Press, this book is a delightful addition to any reader's collection. The story takes us on an enchanting journey through the imaginative world of Martha, who loves to map out everything in her life. This remarkable book, with its unique blend of humor and heart, is a testament to Hodgkinson's skill as an author. Published in English, Martha Maps It Out is a must-read for anyone in search of a good book. Don't miss out on this fantastic read from Oxford University Press.

This book provides a fresh modern introduction to geometry, an ancient branch of mathematics with important applications. It takes readers from Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, to curved spaces, and the geometry of space-time inside a black hole, and outlines the role geometry plays in the broader context of science and art.

Violence is part and parcel of both human history and nature. It is the one thing that all cultures and societies share in common. This book considers violence in the modern world, examining the ideas underpinning it, and the cultural context for violence over the last two centuries. It also asks if we are becoming more or less violent.

CBT is a form of psychological therapy with a range of approaches that share a common underpinning model of the importance of cognition and behaviour in alleviating psychological distress. This book gives an overview of what CBT is, what it does, when it can be used, and the ways in which the field can adapt to meet future challenges.

John Stuart Mill (1806-73) is widely regarded as the leading liberal philosopher, economist, and political theorist of nineteenth century Britain. This book offers a brief survey of his life and ideas, highlighting the philosophical context for his work, exploring the key themes in his writings, and analysing their lasting influence.

The Friendship Bench is a captivating novel penned by the talented Wendy Meddour. Published in 2022 by Oxford University Press, this book is an intriguing addition to the literary world. The Friendship Bench falls under the genre of contemporary fiction, a testament to Meddour's skill in crafting relatable characters and compelling narratives. The story revolves around the complexities of human relationships, explored through a unique lens. Meddour's storytelling prowess is evident in her ability to weave a tale that is as engaging as it is thought-provoking. Published by the renowned Oxford University Press, The Friendship Bench is a testament to the quality and depth of contemporary literature. This book is a must-read for those who appreciate well-crafted narratives and profound explorations of human relationships.

The Human Factor tells the dramatic story about the part played by political leaders - particularly the three very different personalities of Gorbachev, Reagan and Thatcher - in ending the standoff that threatened the future of all humanity.

This handbook considers the epistemology of theology, featuring 41 chapters on theology relative epistemic concepts and general epistemic concepts as related to theology, and on studies of individual theologians from St Paul through to Hans Urs von Balthasar and of contemporary movements such as liberation theology and feminism.

Famous for her novel Frankenstein, Mary Shelley was also infamous in her own time for breaking social and literary conventions, and taking a political and philosophical stance advocating for the rights of women. Charlotte Gordon explores the context and key themes in the life and work of this courageous, complicated, and accomplished woman.

Humans are not like other mammals. In fact, this book argues, across the animal kingdom we demonstrate unusual behaviour, rarely found except in one other group: birds. Exploring the pressures that influenced our evolution alongside that of birds can lead us to a greater understanding of both avian intelligence, and our own psychology.

Elizabeth Bishop has been described as the 'best-loved' poet in English of the second half of the twentieth century. This book explores the published poems at the core of her remarkable canon of verse, along with her letters and other writings, and draws out key themes of the environment, balance, and ideas of love and loss.