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John Bokina focuses on political aspects and meanings of operas from the baroque to the postmodern period, showing the varied ways that operas become sensuous vehicles for the articulation of political ideas.

Develops a model of the origin of life in which cells originate first, proteins follow, and genes evolve last, which is supported by evidence mustered from biology, biochemistry, and biophysics. This work explores the origins of life and is for anyone who has ever thought seriously about the origin of life.

This analysis of Duke Ellington's works draws on observations by Ellington himself and by members of his orchestra to show how blues, ragtime and Tin Pan Alley influenced Ellington and how he integrated black folk music practices with elements of European art music.

Discusses how the insights of Hans-Georg Gadamer alter our understanding of literary theory and interpretation. The author surveys modern hermeneutics from Schleiermacher to Ricoeur, situating Gadamer's specifically philosophical hermeneutics in the context of an ongoing dialogue.

Presents a portrait of the history and culture of the Baltic states from their ancient origins to their contemporary status. The book explores the personality of the Baltic people, their religious and racial differences, their relations with Russia and the West and their prospects for the future.

Explores the maternal experience from the mother's point of view. The book questions a society that has devalued and sentimentalized motherhood, and presents images of generative and creative women who are also mothers. It also discusses the portrayal of mothers in art, film and literature.

This work explores the complexities and ambiguities of masculinity, offering insights into: men's fantasies and conflicts; their developmental tasks, including their role as fathers; and the ways in which men are reacting to changing sexual standards and models.

This work studies the histories of three ailments now commonly considered to be work-related - cumulative trauma disorders, occupational back pain, and noise-induced hearing loss. It demonstrates that numerous social factors affect whether the medical community recognizes an illness as job-related.