Counselling in a Nutshell does what it says on the tin - it is the most concise, accessible and AFFORDABLE introduction to counselling in general. In this second edition Professor Windy Dryden updates his succinct discussion of key concepts and ideas of the therapeutic approach.

This popular and critically acclaimed Handbook is now available in paperback.

A diverse, detailed, and thought provoking exploration of modern society, focusing on Scott Lash's concept of 'intensive' (as opposed to expansive) culture. An innovative new work from a major theorist.

Suitable for scholars, graduate students, and general readers interested in the intersections of communication and instruction, irrespective of paradigm, method, or disciplinary background, this title compiles original research and reviews of research in the intersections of communication and instruction from key figures in the disciplines.

This accessible introduction to religious ethics focuses on the major forms of moral reasoning encompassing the three 'Abrahamic' religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Draws on a range of moral issues, such as examples arising from friendship, marriage, homosexuality, lying, forgiveness and its limits, the death penalty, the environment, warfare, and the meaning of work, career, and vocationLooks at both ethical reasoning and importantly, how that reasoning reveals insights into a reli...

Bringing together papers written by Norman Fairclough over a 25 year period, Critical Discourse Analysis represents a comprehensive and important contribution to the development of this popular field.

The book is divided into seven sections covering the following themes:

language in relation to ideology and power

discourse in processes of social and cultural change

dialectics of discourse, dialectical relations between discourse and other moments of social life

methodology of critical dis...

Giving invaluable advice on how to get the most out of studying for a PGCE, this is a must-have guide for all those on, or looking to embark on, this demanding course.

Guides social work and social care students through working with disabled people. Unique in its aspirational, outcomes-focused approach.

This book provides a comprehensive, clear and accessible introduction to counselling and psychotherapy theory and practice