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Marx - A Guide for the Perplexed
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Marx - A Guide for the PerplexedMarx - A Guide for the Perplexed

This book provides a concise and coherent overview of Marx, ideal for undergraduates who require more than just a simple introduction to his work and thought. Covering the full range of Marx's works and ideas, introducing all the key concepts and themes in Marxism, this book is an invaluable aid to study.It is widely acknowledged that Karl Marx was one of the most original and influential thinker of modern times. His thought has inspired some of the most important political movements of the past century and still today has the power to arouse controversy today.
 
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The Myth of the State
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The Myth of the StateThe Myth of the State

A great contemporary German philosopher attacks the explosive problem of political myth in our day, and reveals how the myth of the state evolved from primitive times to prepare the way for the rise of the modern totalitarian state. "A brilliant survey of some of the major texts in the history of political theory.
 
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Modern Welfare States - Scandinavian Politics and Policy in the Global Age
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Modern Welfare States - Scandinavian Politics and Policy in the Global AgeModern Welfare States - Scandinavian Politics and Policy in the Global Age

Einhorn and Logue analyze the political, economic, and social challenges facing five small, affluent, and advanced industrial democracies in Scandinavia: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Updated and expanded from its successful predecessor, this edition emphasizes how global and European developments have affected democratic policymaking in areas such as: Social welfare policy, Employment policy, Labor relations, Economic policy, Social change.
 
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A Modern Art of Education
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A Modern Art of EducationA Modern Art of Education

This book from Rudolf Steiner constitute one of the most comprehensive introductions to his philosophy, psychology, and practice of education. He describes the union of science, art, religion, and morality, which is the goal of all his work and underlies his comprehensive ides on educational renewal.
Against this background, Steiner describe a new developmental psychology. Based on the development of children’s consciousness, he discusses the ways various subjects should be presented so that they can grow inwardly in children. 
 
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Beaded Collars: 10 Decorative Neckpieces Built with Ladder Stitch
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Beaded Collars: 10 Decorative Neckpieces Built with Ladder StitchBeaded Collars: 10 Decorative Neckpieces Built with Ladder Stitch

There is no other book on the market that presents broadcollar projects for beaders-a traditional form.
Julia S. Pretl, author of Little Bead Boxes and Bead Knitted Bags, has created a collection of beaded neckpieces, inspired by broadcollars, the dramatic jewelry worn by the ancient Egyptians and a well-known form among beadworkers. She has adapted the traditional form-a broad, beaded necklace-to create ten original designs for the modern beadworker, with skill levels ranging from beginner to more advanced.
 
 
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