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This book examines how Africa can secure a ¿just transition¿ to low-carbon, climate-resilient economies.

This edited book draws on an international cohort of authors, all working towards sustainable, decolonizing human development for more just futures in a variety of learning spaces. Integrating sustainable human development with ¿reparative futures¿, the chapters present diverse examples of how transformative learning spaces can be created through different participatory methodologies and with different stakeholders. The book will be of interest to researchers, graduate students, practitioners and policymakers in the areas of higher education, development studies and transformative innovation.

This book investigates how the radical left navigates the terrain of nationalism. Traversing Spain, Italy and Portugal, this in-depth study examines how radical left parties either embrace, rebuff or reshape nationalistic sentiments. From Spain¿s Podemos grappling with Francös legacy, Italy¿s radical left switching from anti-fascist patriotism to cosmopolitanism, to Portugal¿s revolutionary echoes in left-leaning banal nationalism, the book offers comprehensive insight into the often-overlooked relationship between radical left politics and national identity. Through discourse analysis, interviews and participant observation, it delves into the reasons behind certain political positions and how they manifest discursively. A must-read for those eager to decipher the crossroads of national identity and left-wing politics in contemporary Europe.

Diese Einführung wendet sich an Studierende der Literaturwissenschaft und vermittelt ihnen die zentralen Begriffe, Verfahren und Arbeitstechniken des Fachs. Anhand prägnanter Beispiele werden grundlegende Fragen nach der Bedeutung und historischen Einordnung von Texten geklärt: Was ist ein literarischer Text, und was heißt es, ihn zu lesen, zu verstehen und zu interpretieren? Wie lassen sich Gattungen bestimmen und in ihren Funktionsprinzipien erklären? Was ist ein Autor, und welche Schritte sind notwendig, um ihn und sein Werk einer bestimmten literaturgeschichtlichen Epoche oder literarischen Generation zuzuordnen? Die aktualisierte und erweiterte Neuauflage des bewährten Studienbuches berücksichtigt nicht nur die hohen Anforderungen modularisierter Studiengänge. Es reflektiert auch die Erweiterungen des Faches insbesondere der Themenfelder "Literatur und Medien" und "Literatur und Gesellschaft". Es geht auf Veränderungen in Bezug auf die Prozesse, die Rezeption und die Partizipation einer beschleunigten digitalen Kommunikation ein, auf Migrations- und Transferprozesse, die den Begriff "(Welt-)Literatur" erweitern und neue Ansätze zur Beschreibung, Deutung und Erklärung von Texten notwendig machen, und auf veränderte gesellschaftliche und identitätspolitische Verhältnisse, die die Schwerpunkte race , class , gender für die literarische Kommunikation prägnant werden lassen. Das Einführungswerk bezieht gattungs- und fiktionalitätstheoretische Reflexionen, Forschungen zu emotionalen Wirkungen poetischer Texte ebenso ein wie konstruktive Überlegungen zu einer kulturwissenschaftlichen und raumtheoretischen Erweiterung der Literaturforschung. Dabei eignet es sich aufgrund seiner philologischen Ausrichtung und weltliterarischen Beispiele nicht nur für Studierende der Germanistik, sondern auch für Einführungskurse in den europäischen Philologien.

"A sweeping yet intimate portrait of modern China told through the lives of four ordinary women striving for a better future in a highly unequal society"--

Exploring Public Speaking in its original ebook form is a usable, zero-cost textbook for college-level basic public speaking courses or courses that include basic public speaking skills as one of their primary learning outcomes. This print version contains the same material found in an ebook adaptation remixed by the Communication Studies faculty of Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, TN. This is an independent work; no endorsement by the college is implied. While this open education resource is assembled for the benefit of PSCC students, you are welcome to use it. Our aim is to hold the cost for a quality textbook down as low as possible, with the cost to the buyer only being what it costs to print and distribute this book. We believe this text addresses all the subjects that traditional publishers' books would address in an appropriate writing style and with appropriate college-level learning theory in mind. The appendices address some additional topics that might be excluded from most texts, but that we believe add to the experience: learning theory, plagiarism, speaking online, speaking to diverse audiences, and humor in public speaking. In the third and fourth editions we have added "case study" examples and some different outline samples. We think this book is especially useful in coverage of PowerPoint, audience analysis and responsiveness, ethics in public speaking, persuasion, special occasion speeches, and structure of speeches. Because it was written by communication professors with decades of experience in the classroom, we are aware of the needs of basic public speaking students.

Originally, Khorshid Khanom or "Sun Lady," was the symbol of the Mother Goddess, but later she became the goddess of fertility and water, and the protector of her believers. Since Achaemenid times and thereafter, she was the personification of Anahita, who was immaculate and fiery, and associated with fertility, water, and Venus.Despite Khorshid Khanom's ubiquitous presence in Iran and beyond, she seems to be totally absent from primary sources, secondary historical monographs, encyclopedias, and even from folklore literature, except for lullabies and children's ditties. Khorshid Khanom: A Study in the Origin and Development of the Shir-o Khorshid Motif, by renowned scholar Willem Floor in collaboration with art historian Forough Sajadi, fills this lacuna. It draws from folklore, literary and artistic sources to explore the inspirational source of the motif. It identifies the first surviving artworks depicting a human-faced sun, and discusses how this motif developed and was used over the centuries, not only to represent fertility, but also as the symbol of royal power and charisma from the pre-Islamic period down to the twentieth century.

This book aims to investigate the global value chain (GVC) from a viewpoint of industrial development and examine how GVC participation, upgrading, and connectivity have affected structural transformation in developing economies. It first reviews the indexes to measure progresses in GVC participation and upgrading. Then it examines factors affecting these progresses, using original measures of connectivity, which are computed based on the complex network theory. Another distinguished feature of the study is its in-depth analyses on the relationship between economic development and GVC participation based on the hypothesis of nonlinear relationship which is drawn from authors past studies on Asian economies. Major findings include (1) inverted-U shaped relationship between backward participation and income levels, (2) U shaped relationship between forward participation and income level, (3) marginal but significant impacts of maritime and aviation connectivity on GVC participation, (4) significant and different roles of basic and advanced education on the upgrading in GVCs, and (5) the importance of technological intensities in export in sustaining economic growth.

This book delves into the multifaceted interplay between gender, migration, and development. It challenges conventional theories by sharing the unique experiences of migrants, particularly women, and their profound impact on development in the global South. It contributes significantly to the theory of intersectionality, which illuminates how various forms of oppression and privilege intertwine to shape individuals' experiences. It ventures beyond traditional boundaries, recognizing migration and development as transnational processes that transcend singular actors and spaces. It highlights the interconnectedness of people, cultures, and economies across national borders, unraveling the complex tapestry of migration and development. It provides invaluable feminist perspectives, illuminating pathways toward inclusivity and equity in development. Through its nuanced analysis, this book paves the way for a more inclusive, equitable, and empowering future for individuals and communities. It is a valuable resource for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars seeking to promote social justice and gender equality in migration and development contexts.

This book provides new insights into the development of integrated approaches to peace and sustainability in the era of global change. Since the late 1980s, and in order to regulate the increasingly detrimental impacts of humans on the environment, the transition towards sustainability has been high on the agenda of researchers and policymakers alike. Meanwhile, peace considerations have expanded in recent decades to include the varied types and sources of conflict, from inter-state to intra-state conflicts due to various social, political, economic, and environmental factors. Through providing theoretical and empirical insights, this book demonstrates that sustainability and peace as intrinsically interrelated. The book elaborates on the multi-dimensional and constantly evolving concepts of sustainability and peace. In addition, the book contributes to a better understanding of the complex and dynamic interlinkages between peace and sustainability by presenting examples of pathways where sustainability and peace interact considering the different factors and contexts that are constantly shaping and reshaping the conditions for sustainable and peaceful societies.

The present book features some introductory discussions on martial arts for the international audience and highlights in brief the complexities of translating the genre into English, often from a comparative literature perspective. Martial arts, also known as Kungfu or Wushu, refer to different families of Chinese fighting styles over many centuries. Martial arts fiction, or Wuxia literature, is a unique genre that depicts adventures of martial artists in ancient China. Understanding martial arts and the Chinese culture and philosophy behind them creates an intriguing experience, particularly, for non-Chinese readers; translating the literature into English poses unparalleled challenges for translators not only because of the culture embedded in it but also the fascinating martial arts moves and captivating names of many characters therein.

This book mainly introduces the concepts and approaches of global governance from the viewpoints of Chinese and Russian scholars and is divided into four parts. The first one deals with the concept of a new type of global governance, namely ¿Globalization 2.0¿. The second one is dedicated to institutions and multilateralism, including the importance and effectiveness of international institutions. The third part focuses on the important countries and regions in the new era, as well as such issues as the current global status quo, processes in Eurasia, the prospects of the U.S. ¿ China ¿ Russia trilateral relationship. The last part analyzes the future development of global governance and possible solutions of how it might be improved. Climate change, digital era, cyber security, financial and economic regimes, COVID-19 are all involved in this part. In short, this book is a profound and cutting-edge research on global governance.

The book is about accountability processes and how they contribute solutions to our current environmental and global political problems. This book is different to other literature in this field. This is so because the dominant accountability discourse is shaped by what is defined as a neoliberal business case for social and environmental reform. This book assumes a nirvana stance within globalisation where all citizens operate within the parameters of the free market and will recover from adverse economic and political damage. Further this book uses neoliberalism and free-market reforms aims as examples to implement efficient management technologies and create more competitive pressures. Central to the argument of the book are perspectives on authenticity, expressivism and interpretivism which are found to provide a radical reworking of our understanding of being in the world. These frameworks offer a starting point for rethinking the way individuals, businesses and communities ought to be dealing politically with accountability and ecological crises. The argument builds to an accountability perspective that utilises work from expressivism, interpretivism, classical liberalism and postmodern theory. The theoretical quest undertaken in this book is to develop connections between accountability, democratic, ethical and ecological perspectives.

The Art of Conscious Communication for Thoughtful Men helps you improve communication skills, enhance relationships, and navigate complex emotions and conversations.

Late Hirschman: Theoretical exercises in "Self-Subversion" draws from the Colorni-Hirschman intellectual tradition the author has developed with close colleagues: recalls and rationalizes personal memoires that come from the long collaboration of the author with Albert Hirschman; learns ¿ once again ¿ in depth from his work; desires, if possible, to make progress on some vexed questions; and breaks away from all forms of ritualism. Hirschman, homme libre, did not like orthodoxies or intellectual boundaries and the like. He certainly would not have liked to be now pigeon-holed by a part of the Academia. Gradually exploring alternative directions, Meldolesi proposes, therefore, in this book a group of exercises. They have been suggested by the late Hirschman¿s self-subverting phase of intellectual elaboration that, starting from the "interpretive social science" point of view elaborated in the late ¿70s of last century together with Clifford Geertz and other leading intellectuals at the Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton N.J.), touched later on numerous aspects of the long experience of Hirschman developed in three continents, and mirrored cautiously in his extraordinary work. The ambition of these exercises lies in helping the "triggering off" the cultural, economic and political potential that might be stemmed from late Hirschman: for understanding some key aspects of the past, exploring hand in glove the world we live in, and acting accordingly.

In contrast to the West, the BRICS+ consortium (Argentina, Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates) is widely acknowledged as an embodiment of the broader phenomenon known as the "Rise of the Rest." This occurrence, which is representative of modern-day global affairs, signifies the progressive development of the economic, political, and military capabilities of specific nations and their coalitions. As a result, the Western powers' formerly hegemonic dominance has notably diminished. Simultaneously, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has conventionally been regarded as an alliance that emerged during a period when cooperation between the West and countries that produced energy was crucial. However, improved connectivity between the BRICS+ and the GCC (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman) is possible, especially with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates as members, due to their complementary natures and ability to reconcile divergences. The aforementioned potential is founded upon the BRICS nations' ascent to a crucial position in global cooperation and development, in contrast to the GCC countries' ongoing dominance as primary providers of energy on an international scale. The potential exists for these blocs to strengthen their individual positions on the international stage through the amalgamation. This dynamic environment presents a thought-provoking subject for analysis, in which the interplay between GCC and BRICS dynamics takes place while the United States maintains its prominent position as a global actor. Amid the persistent power struggles and significant geopolitical realignments, there is a possibility that strategic and economic convergences will arise between the GCC and BRICS, thereby exerting additional influence on the global geopolitical arena. The objective of this book is to comprehensively examine the evolving dynamics between the GCC and the BRICS consortium from a variety of vantage points. Enriching and contributing to a nuanced and well-informed discourse on the evolving relationship between the GCC and the BRICS+ should be contingent on the outcome that ensues. Practical insights and actionable recommendations are prioritised in order to provide stakeholders with the necessary tools to navigate the intricate geopolitical landscape undergoing a significant transformation.

"What can we expect from the study of Chinese philosophy ?« In the philosophical systems of the Hindoos and the Chinese there are still hidden treasures, in which the anticipation of scientific discoveries, the results of thousands of years of occidental research, is most striking.Such are the words of Edward von Hartmann, the most famous living German philosopher1. Much labour has been spent in Europe on the Indian Vedanta philosophy, which had such a marked influence on Arthur Schopenhauer.« The Upanishads, says the author of the Parerga and Paralipomena, are the outcome of the highest human wisdom.... They afford the most remunerative and sublime reading possible in this world, which has been the consolation of my life, as it will be that of my death 2.I do not see why the many germs scattered over the vast field of Chinese philosophy should not have a similar fertilizing influence on some philosophical European mind also. The deep impression caused by the Tao-tê-king will support my view. But much work remains to be done before Chinese philosophy will take its proper place in the history of philosophy. The burden of this task lies with us who are living in China and studying her language and literature, for, while great care is bestowed on all her sister languages in Europe and America, Chinese, the oldest of all, but the youngest in the curriculum of our high-schools, is treated as a step-child by public opinion. This paper is meant as a move in the direction just indicated."

Nach vielen Jahren Presse- und Publikationstätigkeit und Jahren IT-gestützter Netzwerkarbeit soll ein Blick zurück und vor geworfen werden. Es versteht sich von selbst, dass laufend Überlegungen zu einer Medienarbeit angestellt werden müssen. Mit Digitalisierung wird Lernen-Lehren-Lebenswelt und kulturelle Vielfalt umschrieben. Die Auswahl und Anordnung der Themenblöcke ergeben sich aus der beruflichen Sozialisation und persönlicher Schwerpunktbildung, die sich aus den jeweiligen Interessens- und Arbeitssituationen ergaben. Basis des Erkenntnisstandes ist die Medienkunde, der praktische Journalismus, die Verbindung von Medien und Politik als Politische Bildung, ein IT-Netzwerkmanagement und Medienbildung. Bis in die neunziger Jahre wurden Bedingungen einer modernen Mediengesellschaft eher beiläufig behandelt. Das Buch versteht sich als Zusammenfassung einer persönlichen Öffentlichkeitsarbeit in Presse, Netzwerk- und Publikationstätigkeit.

Stadtöffentlichkeiten sind bunt, vielfältig und heterogen. Besonders deutlich wird dies bei der Analyse der beteiligten Akteure. Denn während klassische Öffentlichkeitsakteure, wie etwa lokale Medien bereits vielfach wissenschaftlich erforscht worden sind, nimmt dieses Buch eine Akteursgruppe unter die Lupe, die bisher aus kommunikations- und medienwissenschaftlicher Perspektive wenige Beachtung erfahren hat. Zivilgesellschaftliche Kollektive wie Sportvereine, soziale Bewegungen oder Kunst- und Kultureinrichtungen prägen mit ihren vielfältigen Angeboten und Aktionen das Stadtbild. Gleichzeitig prägen sie auch die städtische Öffentlichkeit, indem sie sich aktiv an ihrer Konstitution beteiligen. Die Autorin identifiziert sieben unterschiedliche Typen zivilgesellschaftlicher Kollektive, die jeweils ganz eigene Medienpraktiken und -ensembles zur öffentlichen Kommunikation einsetzen. Sie verfolgen dabei sehr unterschiedliche Ziele innerhalb der Stadtöffentlichkeit und agieren innerhalbjeweils sehr verschiedener Netzwerke. Das Buch stellt die äußerst relevante Rolle dieser Akteure bei der Öffentlichkeitskonstitution heraus und zeigt, dass es gewinnbringend ist, Akteure von Stadtöffentlichkeiten nicht isoliert zu erforschen, sondern innerhalb ihrer Beziehungsgefüge zu anderen Akteuren der Stadtöffentlichkeit.

Medien bestimmen unseren Alltag in jeder Lebenslage. Viele Menschen empfinden ihre Macht aber als gefährlich für die gesellschaftliche Kultur. Gunter Reus zeigt dagegen, wie sehr ein Gemeinwesen auf der kulturellen Leistung der Massenmedien auf­baut. Der Autor be­dient sich dabei eines weiten Kulturbegriffs und zeichnet nach, wie sie Errun­genschaften der Menschheit historisch ausgeformt haben. Ohne Medien gäbe es keine einheitliche Sprache und keinen Austausch von Information und Wissen, wie wir ihn kennen. Es gäbe keine Ausbalancierung sozialer Interessen, keine Kontrolle von Macht, keine Orientierung auf das Gemeinwohl, kein Kunst­leben. Auch im Internet­zeit­alter blei­ben Massenmedien, bei aller notwendigen Kritik an ihren Schattenseiten, unver­zichtbar als Kul­turträger. Sie sorgen für die Transparenz politischen Han­delns ebenso wie für die (potentielle) Teilhabe aller am Kunstgeschehen. Damit prä­gen sie die Kultur der De­mokratie wie auch die Kultur in der Demokratie entscheidend mit.¿

Globalization, the interconnectedness of economies, societies, and social orders across borders, has introduced an extraordinary time set apart by both significant effect and diverse difficulties. This peculiarity presents a unique scene of chances and dangers, requesting a nuanced understanding to successfully explore its intricacies.Influence:Globalization has worked with the exceptional progression of merchandise, capital, data, and individuals across the globe. This has prompted financial development, expanded social trade, and the exchange of information and innovation. Agricultural countries have frequently experienced better ways of life, and organizations can get to bigger business sectors. Notwithstanding, globalization has additionally exacerbated pay disparity, with specific areas and socioeconomics benefiting excessively. The spread of thoughts and social practices can prompt homogenization, possibly disintegrating interesting neighborhood characters.Challenges:One of the premier difficulties is the possible abuse of work in quest for cost benefits. Work rehearses in certain businesses and nations might miss the mark regarding global norms, prompting double-dealing and unjustifiable working circumstances. Monetary instability, as proven by monetary emergencies that can quickly spread across borders, is another test. Moreover, globalization has added to natural debasement, as expanded creation and transportation strengthen the environmental impression. Social conflicts and a deficiency of social variety act difficulties like globalization can minimize native practices and dialects.Potential open doors:Globalization offers exceptional open doors for joint effort and development. Cross-line associations empower the pooling of assets, cultivating mechanical headways and logical leap forwards. Admittance to assorted markets takes into account expanded financial development and occupation creation. Social trade, worked with by globalization, encourages common figuring out, resilience, and appreciation for variety. Also, shared worldwide difficulties, for example, environmental change and pandemics, require cooperative, global arrangements.Arrangements:Tending to the difficulties of globalization requires a purposeful exertion at the worldwide, public, and neighborhood levels. Solid global administration instruments and arrangements can lay out and authorize principles for work, ecological insurance, and basic freedoms. Fair exchange rehearses and corporate social obligation drives can advance moral business direct. Interest in schooling and abilities preparing assists people with adjusting to the advancing worldwide work market. Embracing supportable practices and innovations is significant for relieving the natural effect of globalization.

The pastoral Somali people, with their rich heritage and unique way of life, offer a window into a world where the rhythms of nature and the bonds of community shape every aspect of life. From the birth of a child to the passage into adulthood, from marriage to the wisdom of old age, every stage of life is marked by deep-rooted traditions and practices. This book delves into these life-cycle events, uncovering the meanings, rituals, and customs that define the Somali pastoral experience.Beyond individual milestones, the household stands as the central unit of Somali pastoral society. It is within the walls of their homes that traditions are passed down, decisions are made, and the future of the community is shaped. This book explores the dynamics of these households, shedding light on the roles and relationships that bind them together.Throughout this exploration, we have been guided by a profound respect for the knowledge and insights of the Somali people themselves. Their stories, perspectives, and reflections are the heartbeat of this work, offering an authentic and nuanced understanding of a way of life that has endured through the ages.