In this book, Josep M. Colomer argues, against much conventional wisdom, that political polarization is embedded in the constitutional design.

In this book, Graham Wright argues that traditional deliberation through persuasion faces serious challenges, and that an alternative method based on the process of integration can better aid democratic decisions. The Will of the Whole is a fresh approach to debates around democracy and the value of democratic deliberation.

This book provides an accessible introduction to radioactivity. The second in a two-volume set, this volume is presented in two parts, covering its development and modern applications.

This book aims to help readers understand the status of the division of labour in global value chains, its impact on traditional research topics, and to familiarise readers with the application of input-output methods in GVC research.

Consumer Behavior presents an autobiographical view of Morris B. Holbrook’s contributions to the study of consumer behavior, describing his life and work over the past sixty years via a collection of subjective personal introspective essays.

A Short Literary History of the United States offers an introduction to American Literature for students wanting to acquaint themselves with the most important periods, authors and works of American literary history. Comprehensive yet concise, it provides an essential overview of the different currents in American literature in an accessible, engaging style.

This book discusses the ways civil society initiatives open communities to newcomers and why, how,and under what circumstances some are more welcoming than others,exploring importance of transgressive cosmopolitanism as a basis for creating more inclusive and pluralistic societies.

This volume provides a state-of-the-art analysis on the fourth wave of far-right politics in Germany by leading scholars in the field.

Innovative Technology in Art Conservation provides one of the first ever critical assessments of innovation in conservation science and questions what role it should play in conservation and conservation ethics.

The book provides both practical and managerial implications of cyber security that also supports business intelligence and discusses the latest innovations in cyber security.