In which chronological, spatial, and social contexts is gender a relevant social category that is noticeable in the archaeological material? How can transformations in social gender relations and identity be recognized archaeologically? Is the identity of prehistoric people defined by gender? If so, what is the accompanying cultural context? What about gender equality among the scientists working in archaeology? In what degree are research teams, as well as their scientific approaches, biased...

The terracotta figurines from Akragas (Agrigento) with their chubby faces, splendid furniture, and rich adornments, depict a prosperous life in the late sixth and early fifth century BCE. The extensive jewellery on the figurines contains strikingly large fibulae appliques fastening pectoral chains with several sorts of pendants. They are modelled after existing items. The form of the jewellery items changed fast, influenced by different peoples and changing fashions, which can be compared wit...

The one who falls and rises again is so much stronger than the one who never fell.

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Reading by Osmosis. Nature Interprets Us toont kunstwerken die niet door mensenhanden zijn gemaakt: een overwoekerd hek, een onderwatervideo, een gehavende discobal. De makers? Klimop, een octopus en de tijd. Als we erkennen dat ook dieren en planten de wereld ‘lezen’, interpreteren en (op artistieke wijze) transformeren, is de traditionele tegenstelling tussen cultuur en natuur dan nog langer houdbaar?

Semâ Bekirovic herkent zich niet in het beeld van de kun...

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Shared Cities Atlas onderzoekt het nieuwe, wereldwijde 'deelparadigma' in de architectuur en de publieke sfeer aan de hand van zeven steden in Centraal-Europa. Door het in kaart brengen van huidige en nieuwe praktijken van delen, wordt het fenomeen gecontextualiseerd en geduid.

De ideeën van het 'recht op de stad', van gemeenschappelijke toegang tot middelen en van een ‘stedelijke commons' - staan centraal in het hedendaagse architectuurdiscours. Het illustreer...

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Nobody can hold back the future, but now is the time to view things in advance, and that is better than hindsight. Gen Z is longing for change and is taking its place in the workspace! They will take over and shape society, step by step. Only, what is their view of the world? How do they perceive the previous generations?Which choices will they make? How do you get in touch with them? And how will Generation Alpha turn out? This is already the 3rd book...

The Praxis of Justice brings together original contributions on restorative justice centering on the work of Ivo Aertsen, Emeritus Professor of Criminology in the Faculty of Law, KU Leuven. The work of Ivo Aertsen has impacted not only his country, Belgium, but the whole world. In recognition of a worthy life, his friends and colleagues of different generations and from all around the world have created this Liber Amicorum, as a living testament to friendship and accomplishment. The contribut...

The author provides a comprehensive study of the relevant body of treaties, institutions and programmes with respect to international civil aviation – taking also into account the future needs of the aviation community – airports, carriers and passengers alike. Thereby, this study is not only intended as a compendium for aviation practitioners but also as a textbook for students dealing with this rather new and dynamic field of international law. All things considered, international air l...

Sustainability and sustainable development are amongst the largest and most complex challenges for the 21st century. This is not just a matter for states and governments, but rather a common goal to which we should all contribute. Are the rules of private law suitable to contribute to sustainable solutions? The authors in this book explore aspects of property law, tort law, and contract law. They investigate whether the current rules of private law provide sufficient incentives and possibilit...