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Published 2012
Thinking about provincialism in thinking /

: The volume addresses a problem rarely discussed by philosophers - the question of provincialism in science (in the broadest sense of the term). There are only a few great centers of science, which attract funding and provide almost ideal opportunities for research and development. They also attract some of the best researchers. Some - but not all. For a variety of reasons, some of the best researchers, or ones who have that potential, may do science outside these centers, in the provinces. The volume is devoted to the problems they face. What is an intellectual province? Who are the provincial thinkers? What is the mark of provincialism? Do provincial (or central) thinkers have any special duties? Are there ways of overcoming one's own provincialism? The authors address these questions across different disciplines, cultures, locations and time periods.
: 1 online resource (301 pages) : Includes bibliographical references. : 9789401209007 : Available to subscribing member institutions only.

Published 2004
South Asians in the Diaspora, Histories and Religious Traditions.

: This volume deals with a phenomenon of increasing global significance, the South Asian diaspora. In particular it deals with the role of religion. The diversity of religious life in South Asia is remarkable and much of this diversity is replicated in the diaspora communities around the world. The case studies in this book explore and analyse the social, religious and cultural reality of people in the diaspora belonging to Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, Sikhism and Zoroastrianism and originating from four of the South Asian nation states (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka). The book highlights the religious diversity that exists in the diaspora communities both across the traditions and within the particular religions.
: 1 online resource. : 9789047401407

Published 2015
Body language in Hellenistic art and society /

: Revision of the author's thesis (Ph. D.--University of Oxford, 1980) under the title : Gestures, postures and body actions in Hellenistic art. : xxiv, 362 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 25 cm. : Includes bibliographical references (pages 329-355) and index. : 9780198723592 (hardback)
0198723598 (hardcover)

Published 2025
Comparative Space Law : The Space Frontier from a Private Law Perspective /

: This book approaches space law from the angle of legal comparison. In a new phase of exploration and exploitation of outer space characterised by an increasing presence and role of commercial entities, problems inherent in systems of private law arise in a special context and require specific legal answers. Through a comparative method, this book systematises the complex legal spacescape concerning some fundamental concepts rooted in the various national systems of private law: natural and legal persons, property rights, liability, contracts, and securities. These analyses form a handbook of private law in the context of outer space.
: 1 online resource (273 pages) : illustrations. : Includes bibliographical references and index. : 9789004724051

Published 2025
Divide and Sharing : Navigating Controversial Issues in the Classroom /

: In a polarized world, educators face the challenge of addressing controversial issues in the classroom. This book provides an in-depth exploration of the ethical, philosophical, and practical considerations involved in discussing sensitive topics. Drawing on case studies from Israel and Western democracies, the author offers actionable strategies for fostering critical thinking and civic engagement in students. It addresses the complexities of balancing diverse perspectives, navigating potential conflicts, and promoting informed discussions. Essential for educators, parents, and policymakers, this book serves as a vital resource for those seeking to prepare students for active participation in democratic societies across the globe.
: 1 online resource (260 pages) : illustrations. : Includes bibliographical references and index. : 9789004741157

Pomegranates and golden bells : studies in biblical, Jewish, and Near Eastern ritual, law, and literature in honor of Jacob Milgrom /

: List of works by J. Milgrom : pages xiii-xxv. : xxxii, 861 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. : Includes bibliographical references and index. : 0931464870