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Over Exposed

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From:Phoenix Books, Inc

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In Overexposed: The Price of Fame, entertainment journalist Eliot Tiegel has left no stone unturned in his probing examination of the effects of in-your-face publicity and the growing importance, presence—and profits—of the paparazzi. Over the last two decades, the world has watched the publicity game change drastically, and, as a result, the potential for lives to be ruined has never been greater. An enlightening exposé, Overexposed closely examines the troubles of Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, and Nicole Richie from a host of perspectives, including in-depth interviews with major media figures, publicists, and celebrities—from George Clooney to Dr. Phil, infamous paparazzo Ron Galella to LiLo herself. In the end, one question resonates from Tiegel's powerful analysis of the paparazzi-fueled media frenzy: How much is too much?
What Are the Implications of Climate Change for the Caribbean Travel and Tourism Industry

$179.10

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From:Emerald Group Publishing Limited 0

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This e-book examines the impact of tourism on the economy and climate of the Caribbean, the most tourism-dependent region in the world. A selecion of articles address major issues facing the region such as water shortages and emissions produced by tourism, as well as looking at possible solutions.
Cybercrime

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From:ABC-CLIO

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An issue so new and evolving so quickly, there are few sources from which readers can get the information they need to inform themselves about and protect themselves from cybercrime. Written by experts in the field, this reference work contains original essays, descriptions of technical aspects, and numerous contributions from over 100 sources.Cybercrime uses fascinating case studies to analyze the beginning of cybercrime and the path it has followed to the present day. With biographical sketches of many influential hackers, the reader will better understand the development of the cybercriminal, and how many of these individuals went on to create some of the computer industry's most useful software. From cyberstalking to viruses, scholars and students alike will find the answers they need to understand these issues.
Families in America

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From:ABC-CLIO

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There is little doubt that the American family has changed from colonial times to the present. But what have those changes been? How have family dynamics shifted to deal with the countless new looks of the American Family? In Families in America, author Jeffrey Scott Turner has written a current and complete work that will be of great interest to general audiences as well as students of psychology and sociology.This work sheds light on everything from multicultural family variations and reproductive technologies to families of divorce and blended families. The book is bolstered by chapters that cite recent and important books on family life, as well as a listing of educational videotapes on family life in America.
Ethnicity and Everyday Life

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From:Taylor & Francis Inc; 0

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Mixing theories of the everyday with a wide range of case studies, this book explains the 'character' of ethnicity, from being a political tool of exclusion, to a source of meaning and solidarity, and the relationship between culture, power and identity.Combining theories of the everyday with empirical case studies, this book examines:the 'dual character' of ethnicity - as a political tool of exclusion and source of meaning/ solidarity respectivelythe relationship between culture, power and identitythe significance of historical/socio-economic contexts to ethnicity and everyday life.This book addresses many important questions through a critical application of theories of the everyday to a series of case studies that include travellers, the South Asian diaspora, contemporary Austria, and asylum seekers in 'Fortress Europe'.This book provides an accessible and coherent introduction to the sociology of ethnicity and will be essential reading for undergraduate students on cultural studies, race and ethnic studies, and sociology courses.
Every Vote Counts

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From:Pearson Education

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The 2000 Presidential election was decided by a margin of only 269 votes, but nearly 100 million eligible Americans did not cast a ballot. This year, don't sit on the sidelines - make your voice heard! Every Vote Counts: A Practical Guide to Choosing the Next President teaches you what you need to know to make an informed decision in the presidential election on November 2, 2004. This quick-hitting guide offers unbiased profiles of the three main candidates - George W. Bush, John Kerry, and Ralph Nader - helping you understand the political and personal experiences that have shaped them, and their positions on today's key issues. The book also prepares you for the onslaught of media coverage and campaign strategy that American voters will endure in the coming months. With the help of this book, you'll be equipped to wade through the mudslinging, advertisements, and opinion polls, and decide which candidate truly deserves your vote on election day. Clear, concise information on how the presidential election process works - from how many electoral votes each state can cast, to what the registration and voting regulations are in your state. Find out what effect the media, political action committees, and campaign strategists play in getting a candidate to the White House and how you can get to the truth behind it all. Biographical chapters on each of the three main candidates include how they got to where they are today, and where they are positioned on major issues like the economy and the war in Iraq. Unsure of who the right candidate is? Take the candidate match survey and find out who stands up for what you believe in.
Procesos de Urbanización y turismo en playa del Carmen Quintana Roo

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From:Librisite

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Es un hecho que la urbanización y el desarrollo turístico interactúan estrechamente desde su creación. Procesos de Urbanización y Turismo en Playa del Carmen, quintana Roo analiza la relación entre estos dos fenómenos y las formas en que se realizan en Playa del Carmen la planificación urbana, entendida aquí como un instrumento de gobernabilidad del cual se valen los gobiernos para llevar a efecto sus políticas de desarrollo. El libro planea además las bases para determinar cómo dichas políticas han influido o no en el crecimiento de la ciudad, y cómo la ausencia de un replanteamiento de las mismas podría significar la paulatina degradación y posterior declinación económica, social y ambiental de esta importante ciudad turística.
Sentencing

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From:ABC-CLIO

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From the Code of Hammurabi (1800 BC) to the present, Sentencing: A Reference Handbook follows the historical evolution of the process of criminal punishment, then focuses on the U.S. judicial system to show how American sentencing laws have changed in response to surges of different types of crime, or to other factors such as prison overcrowding.||To help readers understand the complex issue of criminal sentencing, this informative volume describes the major sentencing procedures used in American courts (determinate, indeterminate, guidelines-based, and mandatory), highlighting the merits and flaws of each with well-documented cases and examples. Coverage includes a range of contentious issues, including the disproportionate application of the death penalty, sex offender laws, punishing the addicted and the mentally ill, and balancing punishment with rehabilitation.
Nuclear Weapons and Nonproliferation

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From:ABC-CLIO

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Fully updated and revised since its initial publication, Nuclear Weapons and Nonproliferation, Second Edition explores all key issues related to the proliferation of nuclear weapons and efforts to curb them, from the U.S. atomic bomb project during World War II to current debates on nuclear terrorism, North Koreaís nuclear test, and Iranís enrichment program.Nuclear Weapons and Nonproliferation, Second Edition clarifies weapons-related policy debates from both U.S. and international perspectives, offering a detailed look at current technologies, arsenals, weapons tests, and nonproliferation efforts. Readers will find expert analysis of such crucial recent events as Libyaís disarmament, the failed WMD search in Iraq, A.Q. Khanís nuclear technology black market, ìdirty bombs,î developments in North Korea and Iran, and the U.S. plan to aid Indiaís nuclear programóplus recent progress (or lack thereof on a range of treaties and initiatives.
Islam, Fundamentalism and the Betrayal of Tradition

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From:World Wisdom, Inc

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Islam, Fundamentalism, and the Betrayal of Tradition is the first book to account for the religious, historical and political dimensions of Islamic fundamentalism in a single volume. It provides analyses based upon spiritual principles, rather than conjecture based on political prejudices. This book provides the context necessary for a deeper understanding of important issues pertaining to Islam and the contemporary Middle East. It accomplishes this by explaining the traditional Islamic perspective in a contemporary language. Some essays analyze the historical background of Islamic militancy, demonstrating how the scriptures and teachings of Islam condemn religious fanaticism and gratuitous aggression. Others examine the conditions that allowed for the rise of such an aberration, while yet others address the divide between East and West, bringing into relief the pressures of modernization and globalization which have produced an internal confusion which fans the flames of religious extremism. Written as a collaborative effort by a group of young Muslim scholars, this volume questions much of the prevailing “wisdom” regarding extremist interpretations of Islam. Contributors include Seyyed Hossein Nasr (Foreword), David Dakake, Reza Shah-Kazemi, Fuad Naeem, Waleed El-Ansary, Ibrahim Kalin, Ejaz Akram, and T.J. Winter. Joseph E.B. Lumbard is the founder of The Islamic Research Institute and is currently Professor of Islamic Studies in the Arabic Studies Department of The American University in Cairo. He was awarded a B.A. magna cum laude in English Literature and Religious Studies from The George Washington University in 1993, and an M.A. in Religious Studies in 1995. He received an M.Phil. in Islamic Studies from Yale University in 2000, and a Ph.D.in Islamic Studies with distinction in May, 2003. A specialist in Sufism and Islamic Philosophy, Dr. Lumbard has spent many years researching and writing about Islamic civilization, wi
The Freedom Paradox

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From:Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 0

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A radical reconsideration of the meaning of freedom and morality in the modern world.Why is it so many of us lack contentment, despite all the wealth and freedoms we enjoy?The past two centuries delivered individual and political freedoms that promised unprecedented opportunities for personal fulfilment. Yet citizens of affluent countries are encouraged to pursue lives of consumerism, endless choice and the pleasures of the body.Clive Hamilton argues that the paradox of modern consumer life is that we are deprived of our inner freedom by our very pursuit of our own desires. He turns to metaphysics to find a source of transformation that lies beyond the cultural, political and social philosophies that form the bedrock of contemporary western thought.His search takes him to an unexpected conclusion: that we cannot be truly free unless we commit ourselves to a moral life. The implications of this conclusion are profound, and they challenge many deeply held beliefs in modern secular society.The Freedom Paradox is a bold and important work that goes to the heart of what it means to be human.
Nation-Building

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From:ABC-CLIO

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Nation-Building: A Reference Handbook offers an in-depth examination of the nation-building process with special focus on the late 20th century to the present. U.S. national security expert Cynthia Watson explores economic, political, and social aspects of nation-building and provides unique insight into hot issues and fundamental concerns.Presenting nation-building from many perspectives, Watson discusses states such as Iraq, Afghanistan, the Balkan countries, and East Timor, among others. She illustrates the challenges of rebuilding a country's infrastructure as well as unanticipated problems. The work provides a thorough treatment of the role that democracy plays in the nation-building process and illuminates the position of the United States juxtaposed with UN peacekeeping efforts. This one-of-a-kind reference work is complete with primary source documents, biographical sketches, and resource suggestions.
Power and Global Sport

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From:Taylor & Francis Inc; 0

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Sport has changed. Traditions and territorial distinctions are dissolving as a result of new global, political, economic and cultural conditions. The team of authors examine these changes, investigating the power relations that govern the new global sport and assessing the consequences for the future of sport.The book is founded on a series of case studies, linked by a common process-sociological approach, and is divided into four sections - each dealing with an important aspect of sport and globalization: the local-global nexus - how global sports processes are played out at the level of local communities lived experiences - the reality of global sport for players and supporters identity politics - the impact of global sport on national consciousness sporting futures - the emergent political, economic and cultural forces that are shaping global sport, and their implications for its development. The text introduces new approaches to the study of sport and globalization, updating and extending Maguire's previous work, and is therefore an essential resource for all those working in this fast-changing area.
Violence in the Media - DOC

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From:ABC-CLIO

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Violence in the Media: A Reference Handbook documents the issues, impact, controversies, and consequences of one of the most insidious phenomena facing American society. With 99 percent of American homes having TV sets, the book's main focus is on television violence and in particular its effects on children, who spend an average of 28 hours a week watching television.A historical synopsis, covering early concerns that continue to be hotly debated, describes congressional hearings and their outcomes. Brief biographies present perspectives on key players like theoretician Albert Bandura, communication scholar George Gerbner, and Representative Edward Marke (D-MA. A discussion of the evidence both supporting and condemning media violence includes its use by perpetrators in the Columbine High School shootings and recent sniper attacks.
Ocean Politics and Policy

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From:ABC-CLIO

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The world ocean is one of the most important global resources. Without it most life on earth would not survive because the ocean provides temperature regulation and produces oxygen, among other vital functions. However, this life-sustaining resource faces dangerous threats from over fishing, industrial wastes, oil pollution, and loss of biodiversity.Ocean Politics and Policy covers the major types of pollution, deep sea-bed mining, international jurisdictional disputes, and piracy, examining the underlying reasons for these problems and providing practical policy suggestions for reducing their impact. Special focus is placed on historical and contemporary ocean laws, from the concept of "freedom of the seas" to the 2001 Fishery Stock Agreement. Solving the problems facing the world ocean should be a high priority for the international community, and this book provides a starting place for this process.

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