This new and revised edition provides a comprehensive dictionary of Indian philosophical terms. Terms are provided in both devanagari and roman transliteration along with their English translations. Author: Grimes, John Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: Engli..
This book presents the esoteric original core of Christianity with its concern for illuminating and healing the inner life of the individual. It is a bridge to the often difficult doctrines of the early church fathers, explaining the spiritual psychology of the fathers that underlies the current ren..
This scripture was revealed through spirit writing in 1181. It traces Wenchang’s development through his many transformations culminating in his apotheosis as director of the Wenchang Palace and custodian of the Cinnamon Record that determines men’s and women’s fates. The god has since assumed a hig..
Addresses the social significance of orthodox Islam during the medieval period in Baghdad. Author: Ephrat, Daphna Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791446468 ISBN-13: 9780791446461..
"Frisch's essays penetrate the historical consciousness of the nation and expose its distortions. He is not afraid to 'depart from the usual academic form.' This volume ranges from insightful essays and interviews to book and film reviews, but despite its sweep of subjects and form, its pieces build..
Includes new and updated material, as well as a readers’ guide with questions for writing and discussion groups. Author: Feld, Merle Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791471888 ISBN-13: 9780791471883..
A cultural study of the Flint community's response to its own deindustrialization, within the framework of the state, national, and international forces that produced it. Author: Dandaneau, Steven P. Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 07914287..
Examines African American contributions, both historical and contemporary, to criminological thought. Author: Gabbideon, Shaun L Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791446964 ISBN-13: 9780791446966..
Integrates the historical, cultural, political, and developmental considerations of the African American experience into a theory for the educational achievement of African American children. Author: Murrell Jr., Peter C. Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: Eng..
One of the most insightful and important contributions of the book lies in its well-articulated critique of the (simplistic) 'rentier state' theory, which attributes the resilience of Gulf regimes to their oil wealth and consequent ability to buy off the opposition. Such a critique is long overdue. ..
This book explores the fundamental issues in Jewish mysticism and provides a taxonomy of the deep structures of thought that emerge from the texts. Author: Wolfson, Elliot R. Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791424081 ISBN-13: 9780791424087..
Extols the virtue of small liberal arts colleges and the liberal arts tradition. Author: John E. Seery Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791455920 ISBN-13: 9780791455920..
From the Back Cover Since its inception in 1984, The Hudson River Valley Review has taken an eclectic and interdisciplinary approach to a region that has long been recognized for its role in American colonial history; its important contributions to American arts, letters, and architecture; its role ..
Argues that Aristotle's writings about the natural world contain a rhetorical surface as well as a philosophic core and shows that Aristotle's genuine views have not been refuted by modern science and still deserve serious attention. Author: Bolotin, David Publisher: State University of New York Pre..
Argues that the logic of common pool resources is the most appropriate and productive way to understand international environmental conflict, and offers important practical insights into environmental negotiations and bargaining. Author: Barkin, J. Samuel Publisher: State University of New York Pres..
Explores the links between anger, rage, violence, evil, and creativity and describes a dynamic therapeutic approach that can help channel anger and violent impulses into constructive and creative activity. Author: Stephen A. Diamond Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback La..
Examines the consequences of welfare reform for Black women fleeing domestic violence. Author: Davis, Dana-ain Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791468445 ISBN-13: 9780791468449..
Two texts one novella and one essay that exemplify Dohm’s passionate arguments for gender equality. Author: Dohm, Hedwig Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791466043 ISBN-13: 9780791466049..
Looks at contemporary sports talk radio and its relations to both traditional and newer forms of masculinity. Author: Nylund, David Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791472388 ISBN-13: 9780791472385..
A new, definitive translation of Heidegger's most important work. Author: Heidegger, Martin Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791426785 ISBN-13: 9780791426784..
Explores the question of student silence from students’ perspectives and challenges the conventional wisdom about silent students. Author: Mary M. Reda Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 079149361X ISBN-13: 9780791493618..
From mascots to half-time shows to media coverage, Beyond the Cheers critically and honestly assesses the role of race in big time college sports. Author: King, C. Richard Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791450066 ISBN-13: 9780791450062..
Focuses on the paradox of development in the newly industrializing country of South Korea. Author: Kim, Eun Mee Publisher: State University of New York Press Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0791432106 ISBN-13: 9780791432105..
This book introduces readers to the many facets of body/mind psychology such as its history and its basis in physiological processes; the framework of its theories and models; its clinical application in counseling, psychotherapy, and the treatment of psychosomatic disorders; and its growing impact ..
Brown’s theory of tradition stands on its own as a significant contribution to the academic study of religions, but it also provides the framework for a challenging critique of contemporary American theologies conservative, liberal, and radical and the basis for a novel understanding of the signif..