Broadly viewing the global economy as a political competition that produces winners and losers, International Political Economy holistically and accessibly introduces the field of IPE to students with limited background in political theory, history, and economics. This text surveys major interests and institutions and examines how state and non-state actors pursue wealth and power. Emphasizing fundamental economic concepts as well as the interplay between domestic and international politics, ...

In this fully revised fourth edition, this book treats globalization from several vantage points, showing how these help grasp the nature of globalization both in the past and today.

Whether as an epic battleground or a cradle of civilizations, Europe has left an enduring imprint on the history of the world for over two millennia.

From megalithic civilizations through ancient times, the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, the rise of nationalism, two world wars and the years that followed, this book looks beyond a series of distinct national histories to offer the history of Europe as an often shared experience across one continent.

This book delves into events such a...

Discover your unique personality type and learn more about yourself and those around you with this fun, insightful game of choice.

'I've had many amazing adventures in my life. Some stories, though, I have only ever shared with my friends... Until now!'

Dame Joan Collins has always believed one should retain some mystery in life, and hide a knowing smile behind one's shoulder pads. In her new book, she returns in dazzling form to share her most memorable moments from her eclectic and vibrant life, in and out of the limelight. Taking us on an incredible journey from her early years as a young star in the golden era of Hol...

Provides a comprehensive approach for building coalitions of support around student learning and engagement through interconnected classroom community-building effort.

Taking a balanced perspective and applied approach, this text encourages you to think critically about issues in fundraising and philanthropy to prepare you for a career in the nonprofit sector.

This hands-on professional development guide provides concrete, proactive teacher evaluation strategies to help school leaders to build a supporting and collaborative school culture.

This practical, easy-to-use handbook offers a comprehensive plan, guiding general educators, special educators, administrators, and school psychologists through the eligibility and evaluation stages that ensure students get the best services and support they need to be successful.

Based on the lessons of World Class Learners this new series will show educators at all levels what it takes to help students be more insightful, creative, communicative, technically skilled, and decisive.