The authorized biography of one of the world's most charismatic peace campaigners and spiritual leaders. Rabble-Rouser for Peace is the first book to tell the full story of how a boy from South Africa's poverty-stricken black townships became one of the world's best-known religious figures, a moral icon to those who work for peace and justice everywhere
Explorations in Human Geography
In recent years there has been much talk of a world that is progressively shrinking as developments in communications and travel increase the pace of life and disrupt our sense of distance. For many, this is the language of globalization: of a world smaller in size, characterized by closer ties and connections, where places once thought of as far apart are no longer so. This volume offers a critical introduction to these ideas, one which requires us to rethink our notions of distance and movement, as well as the very nature of social space itself. Starting with the revolutions in transport and communications, the book sets the context within which much of the discussion around the shrinking of the globe takes place. The contributors then go on to examine the implications of a shrinking globe for the worlds of money and finance, and for multinational and transnational firms, and the role played by global cities. Transnational pollution and global tourism are also explored for the manner in which they too often shrink the the world in sometimes unexpected and unpredictable ways. Throughout, attention is drawn to the unevenness and inequality built into global relationships and processes. -- Back cover
The Shape of the World. Explorations in Human Geography
This is the first text in the five-volume Shape of the World Series which offers a comprehensive, broad-based course in human geography. The text shows how geographical thinking enables us to grasp the connection between the local and global world. It begins with the idea that the way in which we see the world is a matter of interpretation: it depends upon who you are - a third World peasant or a resident of Los Angeles. This approach is developed by showing how different places are constructed through a web of economic, political, and social connections that shape and reshape them.
This is the first of a series of 2 books which introduce the topics of Social Science. Looking at a wide range of topics including psychology, social policy, criminology, environment, politics, economics and sociology. The book covers questions of identity, inequalities and differences to consumerism, issues of social order, disorder and governance
This reprint preserves the historical significance of a work first published in 1856, offering readers a glimpse into the themes and styles of its time. The book captures the essence of its era, reflecting the societal norms and literary trends of the mid-19th century. With its original text intact, it serves as a valuable resource for those interested in historical literature and the evolution of storytelling.
Set against the backdrop of the Reconquista, the narrative centers on Maximo ha-Levi Constanego, a young Spanish Jew who escapes to Mesoamerica. As he navigates this new land, the story explores themes of identity, survival, and cultural displacement during a time of great upheaval in Spain. Maximo’s journey reflects the struggles of those caught between clashing worlds, highlighting the impact of historical events on personal destinies.
Exploring the spatial dimensions of power, this book challenges traditional notions of authority and influence in modern society. It delves into how power operates within various spaces and aims to reshape discussions about its effects on individuals and communities today. Through its analysis, it encourages readers to reconsider the relationship between power dynamics and spatial contexts in our lives.
