An introduction to the philosophy of natural science, organized around the central theme of scientific realism, first published in 1983.

This volume of specially commissioned articles examines theory and practice in EAP.

Combining cutting-edge science with real life experiences and practical recommendations, this important book provides an accessible guide to becoming more resilient. Scientific findings, linked to personal accounts of overcoming medical challenges, the loss of loved ones, and other traumatic events, prove that anyone can learn resiliency skills.

Explores 'polis religion' - a leading paradigm in current studies on ancient Greek religion - and shows ways of moving beyond it.

A coherent, wide-ranging and practical account of the role of consent in biomedicine, first published in 2007.

This edited volume examines contemporary global discourses on trafficking, forced labor and modern slavery from a variety of perspectives.

This book explores the early modern interest in conversation.

A comparative portrait of Richelieu and Olivares, as personalities and as statesmen, drawn through study of their policies and their mutual struggle. This book also offers insights into 17th-century Europe and the nature of power and statesmanship.