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21. Bertrand Russell: A Life

    By Herbert Gottschalk

    Series: Routledge Library Editions: Russell

    Bertrand Russell’s eminence of intellect and person has long been unassailable. Besides his distinction as mathematician and philosopher, and a vast output of books, articles, lectures and talks on most aspects of the human condition, there is his continuing concern for day-to-day political issues,...

    Published November 19th 2012 by Routledge
22. Bertrand Russell: The Passionate Sceptic

    By Alan Wood

    Series: Routledge Library Editions: Russell

    ‘Fascinating’, ‘brilliant’, ‘oddly moving’, ‘a warm human picture’ – this biography was enthusiastically received when it came out in 1957. And no wonder. It is not only the lively story of a distinguished man but a lucid account of his work and its significance. The author, who was himself a...

    Published November 19th 2012 by Routledge
23. Bertrand Russell's America

    His Transatlantic Travels and Writings. Volume One 1896-1945

    By Barry Feinberg, Ronald Kasrils

    Series: Routledge Library Editions: Russell

    Originally published in 1973, this volume documents Bertrand Russell’s travels in America covering the period 1896-1945. It is presented in two halves with the first a biographical account of Russell’s involvement with the United States, with special reference to the seven visits he made there...

    Published November 19th 2012 by Routledge
24. Bertrand Russell's America

    His Transatlantic Travels and Writings. Volume Two 1945-1970

    By Barry Feinberg, Ronald Kasrils

    Series: Routledge Library Editions: Russell

    Originally published in 1984, this volume documents Bertrand Russell’s travels in America covering the period 1945-1970. It is presented in two halves with the first a biographical account of Russell’s involvement with the United States, with special reference to the seven visits he made there...

    Published November 19th 2012 by Routledge
25. Suicide

    Edited by Keith Hawton, Rory O'Connor

    Series: Major Themes in Health and Social Welfare

    Suicide is increasingly recognized as a major global issue of public health, with far-reaching social, economic, and emotional consequences. The World Health Organization estimates that around 800,000 people die each year by suicide, with suicide attempts perhaps up to twenty times more frequent...

    Published November 18th 2012 by Routledge
26. Western Europe 2013

    15th Edition

    Edited by Europa Publications

    Series: The Europa Regional Surveys of the World

    The definitive survey of the countries and territories of Western Europe, comprising expert analysis and commentary, up-to-date economic and socio-political data and extensive directory information. New for 2013: analysis of the issues confronting Western Europe contributions from acknowledged...

    Published November 7th 2012 by Routledge
27. CHINA AND THE MIDDLE EAST

    from Silk Road to Arab Spring

    By Muhamad S. Olimat

    This manuscript examines relations between China and the Middle East in historical context. It highlights some of the most important events that characterize the ties between China and the Middle East, and examines their relationship in key areas that include energy, trade, arms sales, culture and...

    Published November 5th 2012 by Routledge
28. EGLR 2012 Volume 2

    Edited by Hazel Marshall

    Series: Estates Gazette Law Reports

    The Estates Gazette Law Reports are an indispensable reference for property law practitioners researching and advising on all aspects of landlord and tenant law, valuation, professional negligence, conveyancing, real property, leasehold enfranchisement and compensation. They comprise the law...

    Published November 4th 2012 by Estates Gazette
29. The Politics of the Olympics

    A Survey

    Edited by Alan Bairner, Gyozo Molnar

    The Politics of the Olympics: A Survey provides information on and analysis of the relationship between politics and the Olympic Games. It is argued and demonstrated throughout the book that sport and politics have been and are intimately connected and nowhere is this relationship more...

    Published November 4th 2012 by Routledge
30. Africa South of the Sahara 2013

    42nd Edition

    Edited by Europa Publications

    Series: The Europa Regional Surveys of the World

    The definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical and directory data. New for 2013: fully revised government lists for all countries details on major news stories over the past 12 months, including the post-secession...

    Published October 30th 2012 by Routledge