Contemporary Hinduism: Ritual, Culture, and Practice illuminates the modern-day ritual, range, and reach of this ancient and diverse religion. A brief... historical overview is followed by discussions of the oral and written origins of Hinduism that give context for the main emphasis—contemporary thought, practice, and key issues. Unique to this work is the consistent attention given to the practice of Hinduism for both men and women.What roles do caste and gender play in modern Hinduism? How are issues like ethics and the environment approached? What are the differences between urban and rural Hinduism, fundamental and secular Hinduism? To what countries has this religion spread, and how do the beliefs and practices of their people compare and contrast? Essays written by Indian and Western scholars answer these and other intriguing questions, introducing readers to the whole world of "living Hinduism" rather than the perspectives and traditions of a small elite.

This book represents a comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date analysis of key sectors in the hospitality and tourism industries in China and India,... and will address the market's growing need for information on Tourism in China and India. The text will be written in an accessible style drawing on the authors' wealth of theoretical, educational and industry experience. The text will contain inputs from academic colleagues and commercial contacts from the identified region.Case studies will give real life experiences of hospitality and tourism companies and organisations operating in this region and will include interactive exercises and discussion points. - The only textbook that deals with the changing tourism and hospitality issues in China and India - Theoretical and applied information on hospitality management and tourism development in these emerging markets- Case studies offer real-life application of theories; exercises and discussion points are included

Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work, 3e approaches HBSE from a comparative theory perspective, providing... coverage of the most current and contemporary theories as well as traditional theories.   It includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory. Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, an analysis of the validity of that research, and a discussion of updated “Contemporary Issues.”   The text encourages students to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories.

Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work, 2/e is the first HSBE text to approach the subject from a comparative... theory perspective, providing coverage of the most current and contemporary theories as well as traditional theories. A consistent framework for analysis is provided for all of the theoretical systems that are covered. This text encourages students to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories, and includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory (Ch. 12). Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, as well as an analysis of the validity of that research; each chapter also includes a discussion of updated  “Contemporary Issues.”   New features to the 2nd edition include updated content in all chapters, as well as  new content on: Ecofeminism Neurobiology, neurotransmission and behavior Feminist Standpoint Theory Theories of bisexual and transgender identity development The role of shame in women’s development Ethnic/cultural identity development and cultural competence  New theoretical content added to the textbook represents the most contemporary and cutting edge content in theory that is not usually found in other human behavior or theory textbooks. 

Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work, 3e approaches HBSE from a comparative theory perspective, providing... coverage of the most current and contemporary theories as well as traditional theories.   It includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory. Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, an analysis of the validity of that research, and a discussion of updated “Contemporary Issues.”   The text encourages students to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories.

Providing a springboard to essential geographic concepts, this innovative new book explores current human geography in the bold visual style that... distinguishes Dorling Kindersley (DK) publications.  Topics within each chapter are organized into self-contained two-page spreads. Together with the graphics, Rubenstein’s clear and efficient writing engages students, presenting complex information without sacrificing  high-quality geography. A modern integration of precise maps, carefully crafted prose, informational illustrations, and vivid photographs propels readers off the page and into a real-world visual and intellectual understanding of the principles outlined by the author. Thinking Geographically; Population; Migration; Culture; Language; Religion; Ethnicity; Political Geography; Development; Agriculture; Industry; Settlements and Services; Urban Patterns; Resource Issues. An interesting reference for anyone interested in learning more about human geography.

Contemporary Human Geography is a beautifully crafted, modular springboard into essential human and cultural geography concepts, designed for the... contemporary geography student. This brief, innovative text explores current human geography in the bold visual style that distinguishes Dorling Kindersley (DK) publications. Topics within each chapter are organized into modular, self-contained, two-page spreads. Together with the graphics, Rubenstein’s efficient writing engages students, presenting information clearly without sacrificing the high-quality geography content essential to students and instructors. 

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Books a la Carte are unbound, three-hole-punch versions of the textbook. This lower cost option is easy to transport and comes with same access code or... media that would be packaged with the bound book. Contemporary Human Geography is a beautifully crafted, modular springboard into essential human and cultural geography concepts, designed for the contemporary geography student. This brief, innovative text explores current human geography in the bold visual style that distinguishes Dorling Kindersley (DK) publications. Topics within each chapter are organized into modular, self-contained, two-page spreads. Together with the graphics, Rubenstein’s efficient writing engages students, presenting information clearly without sacrificing the high-quality geography content essential to students and instructors. The Second Edition augments this visually stunning book with integration of rich new media, the support of the MasteringGeography™ platform, and robust instructor resource support. This revision also offers an updated cartography program, new pedagogical tools to help guide students, and the latest data and applications. Package contains: Contermporary Human Geography, 2e (Books a la Carte Edition) + MasteringGeography Access Kit

Contemporary Human Geography is a beautifully crafted, modular springboard into essential human and cultural geography concepts, designed for the... contemporary geography student. This brief, innovative text explores current human geography in the bold visual style that distinguishes Dorling Kindersley (DK) publications. Topics within each chapter are organized into modular, self-contained, two-page spreads. Together with the graphics, Rubenstein’s efficient writing engages students, presenting information clearly without sacrificing the high-quality geography content essential to students and instructors.