Springer palgrave macmillan apr 2026 (199 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This Open Access book addresses the need for rehabilitation services for people impacted by Major Limb Loss in Low and Middle Income Countries. It focuses on a Complex Intervention study in Uganda supporting the provision of affordable and accessible prosthetic services in a public referral hospital. The book demonstrates the impact that overwhelming dependency on overseas support has had on service development and the delivery of universal health coverage and provides an evidence base to support a change in the contribution that overseas assistance makes to health systems planning. 229 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book provides a timely examination of the role that consumer credit has played in maintaining inequality, at a time when the gap between the rich and the rest is increasing in the political west. It does so through the prism of the Australian department store, using archival material from across the twentieth century to trace how large retailers used class and status hierarchies, technological innovation, and loyalty programs to embroil the Australian masses in credit culture. Increasing numbers of Australians enthusiastically embraced retail credit, but their experiences of the democratisation of credit varied greatly. Hierarchies of credit are as strong in Australia today as they have ever been and, despite the growing use of debit cards and BNPL, most of us still carry a credit card and the threat of indebtedness that entails. 190 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -'This book makes a timely and unique contribution to the field of European Union studies drawing on interdisciplinary insights from economics, law and political science to shed light on crucial questions relating to the depth and size of the EU in times of war, including enlargement, migration, citizenship, and new technologies. The broad scope of the book will be highly useful for scholars, practitioners, and students interested in how the EU grapples with these pressing challenges.'- Niklas Bremberg, Associate Professor of Political Science, Stockholm University, SwedenThis open access book, the eighth volume in the series of Interdisciplinary European Studies, explores the implications of the EU's size and depth at a time of war in Europe. Russia's fateful decision to invade Ukraine in 2022 has put the question of EU enlargement back on the political agenda and, again, the implications of a larger and more diverse EU bring key principles of integration to the fore. Addressing these issues, scholars from economics, law, and political science provide insights from previous EU enlargements and the UK's withdrawal from the EU. Based on up-to-date research findings, they provide succinct assessments of the challenges facing the EU in areas such as immigration, labour market integration, and adaptation to advanced technologies. To conclude, each chapter offers policy recommendations for decision-makers on European and national levels. 278 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book explores governmental decision-making processes in democratic states where secessionist movements have proposed referendums on independence. Drawing on an original dataset that analyses 130 independence referendums held worldwide since 1945, it demonstrates that the decision of national governments to agree to an independence referendum largely depends on two factors: the proximity of elections to referendum demands, and the perceived expectation of secession.Over the last ten years, the citizens of Veneto, Scotland, Catalonia, Sint Eustatius, Puerto Rico, South Brazil, Bougainville and New Caledonia have been summoned to the polls to decide whether or not their territory should become an independent country. In some cases, central governments have agreed to consult citizens regarding a referendum, while in others, independence referendums have been forbidden. How can we explain this divergence And what factors encourage policymakers to accept or reject an independence referendum Addressing an important topic that has significantly shaped the political landscape in several countries for many years, the book will appeal to all those interested in political science, governance, and international relations, as well as policymakers. 121 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This textbook provides an accessible and student-friendly introduction to rhetoric and rhetorical criticism. The volume grounds the key concepts in rhetorical studies in case studies from American political life in the 20th and 21st centuries, such as Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 'Letter From A Birmingham Jail' and the Birds Aren t Real satirical social movement. Each chapter traces the genealogy of one key concept within the discipline, details how the key concept can help justify a rhetoric student s specific site of inquiry, and discusses how the key concept can be used to analyze the invention and reception of our most important public arguments. Each chapter concludes by discussing the ethical considerations highlighted by applying the key concept to the rhetorical dimensions of our student s daily lives. The book includes pedagogical features such as learning objectives, glossary terms, and discussion questions. 303 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book is a practical, research-informed guide to using generative AI as a multi-purpose writing tool. Unlike existing resources that either treat AI as an intrinsic threat to academic integrity or focus on its philosophical implications, this book repositions AI as a powerful collaborator throughout all stages of the writing process-pre-writing, drafting, and revision. It is designed for undergraduates in the humanities and sciences. Drawing on years of hands-on experimentation and teaching, this book provides students with a series of strategies and classroom-tested exercises that demonstrate how to meaningfully integrate AI into their writing workflows. Moreover, this project synthesizes all of its individual materials into a comprehensive framework grounded in process pedagogy, making the book comprehensive in ways that will prove appealing to educators interested in writing instruction, curriculum design, and digital literacy. This book is organized into three parts aligned with the natural flow of composition: Part 1: Pre-Writing - rhetorical situation/prompt engineering, invention, researchPart 2: Writing - outlining, drafting, paragraphingPart 3: Post-Writing - revision, editing, self-assessment With strong potential for academic markets, The Process of Generative AI Writing equips undergraduate readers with a practical framework to ethically and effectively write with AI. 173 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book breaks new ground in sports media research by looking in depth at the relatively recent nation-state phenomenon of sportswashing at a time when it is increasingly pervasive in commercial elements of elite sport. High-profile cases of sportswashing have seen states use their economic influence through event planning and sponsorship to distract from poor human rights, climate change or mining-industry issues, and instead seek positive coverage of their countries. The Middle East has been particularly prominent over the past decade, using sport as a vehicle for promotion, with the 2022 World Cup hosted in Qatar, Saudi Arabia financing LIV Golf, and numerous Formula 1 races being held throughout the region. Where the liberal west views these Middle Eastern practices as immoral, the states involved see their role more simply as promotion and nation building. Securing a future where oil may not be the focus is also a reason behind these governments providing more sports events for their people. It is within this context that this project has been developed, presenting a range of perspectives and case studies from scholars across the globe. 169 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This open access edited collection is aimed at educators, student services staff, and university management. It is timely in adopting a forward-facing view of various aspects of digital teaching and learning in business and law and provides a vital resource for those designing, managing or thinking about digital learning in both fields. 346 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -For years, LGBTQ+ policies worldwide have been crafted based on heteronormative views, needs, and practices. However, this has gradually changed over the last two decades as LGBTQ+ individuals have become key players in the development of gender-based policies. This important and timely book examines these political and social changes, evaluates how actors have successfully integrated LGBTQ+ needs into the mainstream policy agenda, and provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the policymaking processes from an LGBTQ+ perspective. Drawing on data from Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and the USA, it presents a systematic framework for understanding 'queering public policy' as a policy process. The final chapter offers a roadmap for scholars interested in exploring this evolving field further. This book will appeal to anyone interested in public policy, public administration, and queer studies. 174 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book proposes a shift in early higher education instruction, examining why novice ESP students in EFL contexts benefit from focused attention to recurrent academic language functions, rather than being expected to grasp complex, discipline-specific genres from the outset. Motivated by challenges such as the Bologna reform, the spread of English-Medium Instruction (EMI), and increasingly diverse student profiles, the authors draw on Cognitive Discourse Functions (CDFs), taking the position that attention to these cognitive operations and their linguistic realisations can help make academic expectations more accessible to learners who are still developing both disciplinary knowledge and academic language, while scaffolding rhetorical flexibility and genre awareness.The book provides an empirical exploration of the emergence and realisation of CDFs in undergraduate writing across a range of disciplines. It will be of particular interest to researchers in applied linguistics and language education, especially those working in ESP and EMI contexts. 163 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book brings together a team of experienced practitioners to explore the impact and outcomes of delivering systemic therapy based interventions to people with chronic and life limiting health conditions. It showcases how practitioners have effectively used theory and evidence to develop systemic practices with people across the lifespan. In line with contemporary systemic theory and practice, the book will draw heavily from the attachment and narrative theory and the affective turn, so the collection of chapters provides a showing as well as a telling of the work. Drawing on stories woven from practice within research, the book addresses the psychosocial needs of those who are ill, as well as the healthcare professionals entrusted with their care.The book will cover the range of activities that practitioners do, from direct work with patients, to work with teams, supervision, research and service development. 281 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Using interviews with and academic studies of the careers of internationally-famous music producers and music industry professionals from Småland, Sweden, this open access book studies the history and present state of pop music production and entrepreneurship. An exceptionally high number of established and emerging pop artists and producers from this region of Sweden have had significant success on the international stage. This book describes how the situation for music producers and artists from Småland has changed during the past 50 years or so, starting in the 1970s with the so-called 'Swedish music wonder' and ending with the situation contemporary artists and entrepreneurs are facing. The field has changed massively both in terms of technology (from analogue to digital), social production (from individual productions to collective projects), distribution and marketing (from selling concert tickets and LPs to creating 'prosuming' fanbases and multipronged careers considering genres, venues and activities). This book will be of interest to students of and professionals in music production; music, economy and media scholars; readers active in creative industries; and fans of (Swedish) pop music. 177 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This open access book offers a critical and empirically grounded re-examination of social capital and civic engagement in Italy, thirty years after the seminalMaking Democracy Work (Putnam et al., 1993). Moving beyond the classical North South regional divide, it introduces a new province-level civic map, built on original indicators for four key years 2008, 2013, 2018, and 2022 and shaped by the impact of three major crises: the global financial downturn, the COVID-19 pandemic, and a prolonged phase of political instability. Through a multidimensional and methodologically transparent index of social capital, the volume reveals an evolving civic landscape where long-held assumptions no longer apply. It documents a growing decoupling between political and social participation: many individuals actively contribute to associations and volunteer networks, yet increasingly disengage from electoral politics. This divergence signals a transformation in the relationship between citizens, institutions, and democratic life. The book provides a comprehensive account of civic change in contemporary Italy. By combining territorial analysis, institutional performance indicators, and sociopolitical theory, it advances our understanding of how social capital evolves under systemic stress. Its province-level dataset offers a replicable framework for comparative research across multi-level democracies. This is essential reading for students and scholars of Italian politics, democratic theory, and subnational governance, as well as for comparative political scientists, sociologists of civil society, public administration researchers, and regional development experts. It will also interest policy analysts and international institutions working on civic resilience, institutional trust, and spatial dimensions of participation. 198 pp. Englisch. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -Management fashions encourage people to make changes. Though members of organizations would be well advised not to commit themselves body and soul to the latest organizational concept, it could still be useful for triggering change processes in their organization. With its help, it may be possible to initiate discourse and to legitimize change projects with a fresh vocabulary. Consequently, management fashions can be used productively in organizations it is just not a good idea to go overboard for them.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 104 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book explores the strategic importance of crowdfunding in promoting sustainability and innovation, with a particular focus on its role in supporting start-ups and SMEs in the European fashion industry. Based on a solid theoretical framework, the book establishes links between sustainability theories including ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the circular economy and the economics of innovation and alternative finance. In doing so, it provides a conceptual bridge between business strategy and unconventional financing models.The book reveals how crowdfunding intersects with ESG performance and regulatory compliance in the fashion industry, explores how crowdfunding can be strategically leveraged to support sustainable innovation, and uncovers the role of institutional frameworks and public-private partnerships in shaping crowdfunding ecosystems.Ultimately, this is a valuable resource for scholars, advanced students and public policy professionals who wish to understand how sustainability-oriented strategies are defined, communicated and financed in contemporary Europe. 148 pp. Englisch. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book introduces strategic communication students and professionals to essential topics and trends in corporate social advocacy (CSA). CSA refers to companies actions that publicly declare their stances on controversial social issues. This book covers emerging CSA communication issuesrelevant in today s rapidly-changing world, including but not limited to theoretical frameworks, CSA messaging, internal communication, social media, crisis management, authenticity, social network, and ethics. Each chapter includes a relevant case study. This book will be an excellent resource for public relations and strategic communication students, faculty, researchers, educators, and practitioners interested in expanding their understanding and knowledge of organizations CSA communication efforts. 245 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book comprehensively explores the fundamental aspects of game theory and its application in autonomous driving, with an additional focus on real-world implementations. It provides robust examples of game formulation, driving behavior modeling, estimation, and the realization of experimental platforms.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 120 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -Green bonds have evolved from niche to systemically relevant instruments for reallocating capital toward a low-carbon, circular economy. This book offers a rigorous, accessible guide to green financeusing Europe as the main laboratoryand maps the landscape of labelled instruments while addressing risks such as greenwashing and data fragmentation. It traces the regulatory architecturefrom the EU Taxonomy to the European Green Bond framework and supervisory standardsshowing how credible definitions, disclosure, and verification underpin market integrity. The book also clarifies how green bonds differ from conventional debt through use-of-proceeds discipline, ex-ante/post-issuance reporting, and independent external review. Its empirical core examines primary-market issuance yields (the greenium): once controlling for rating, sector, size, and timing, the average greenium is not statistically different from zero; any discount is concentrated in the markets early expansion and appears tied to scarcity and disclosure credibility rather than the label per se. Finally, the book provides a forward agenda on taxonomy alignment, decision-useful MRV/assurance, and the role of AI in impact measurement and risk management. The volume serves scholars, students, regulators, and practitioners financing environmentally sustainable projects.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 80 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book provides a comprehensive treatment of the logic behind hypothesis testing. This updated edition covers frequentist (classical) and Bayesian approaches to interpretation of the results of a statistical hypothesis test. In a new chapter, nonparametric hypothesis testing is also discussed. The author describes the most commonly used statistical tests and provides instructions for how to perform them using Microsoft Office Excel. Readers will learn how to interpret P-values under a variety of conditions including a single hypothesis test, a collection of hypothesis tests, and tests performed on accumulating data. This new edition includes the chi-square test as a method for nominal data. The author provides frameworks for how to plan the size of a sample and how to select which test to use for a data set. This second edition will be of interest to researchers, graduate students, and anyone who has to interpret the results of statistical analyses.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 124 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This open access book collects eight reports from the specialist committees, presented and discussed at the 22nd International Ship and Offshore Structures Congress (ISSC 2025) held in Wuxi, China, on September 2226, 2025. This congress aims to further understand various disciplines underpinning marine structural design, production and operation through internationally collaborative endeavors. It provides a forum to exchange the latest research development in marine structural research for experts.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 708 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This open access book collects eight reports from the technical committees, presented and discussed at the 22nd International Ship and Offshore Structures Congress (ISSC 2025) held in Wuxi, China, on September 22-26, 2025. This congress aims to further understand various disciplines underpinning marine structural design, production and operation through internationally collaborative endeavors. It provides a forum to exchange the latest research development in marine structural research for experts.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 976 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book examines the challenge of achieving a clean, secure, and prosperous energy transition effectively and equitably and explains how society's reliance on fossil fuels contributes to climate change. To tackle this challenge, the authors address tough questions and explore solutions for transitioning to cleaner energy sources, using energy more efficiently, and implementing nature-based solutions.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 644 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book explores ESG-related controversies in European family firms using bibliometric analysis to reveal seven thematic clusters that shape the current knowledge of risk in family enterprises. From ownership and board structure to innovation, internationalization, emotional dynamics, and crisis resistance, each cluster is examined to find its theoretical foundation, conceptual linkage, and managerial implications. To address persistent blind spots in the current literatures, the authors present a study based on various European listed companies examining how governance characteristics such as family ownership, board diversity, presence of family members on the board and board size affect the likelihood of ESG controversies in family firms versus non-family firms. The book concludes by outlining priority areas for future research, including governance and disclosure, succession and financial structure, innovation and digitization, ESG and reputational risk, and institutional context. This book is essential for scholars, students, researchers in family business, corporate governance, and strategic management as well as practitioners and policymakers concerned with ESG performance, sustainability, and long-term resilience in family firms.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 136 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 164 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This open access book presents the collective research outcomes of the German Research Foundation (DFG) funded Priority Program (SPP 2005): Opus Fluidum FuturumRheology of reactive, multiscale, multiphase construction materials, a multidisciplinary initiative to advance the science of rheology-based sustainable construction processes. This book delivers comprehensive insights into: (a) Interactions of reactive particles, with a focus on how particles of various reactivity, sizes, and shapes engage in physical and chemical interactions. (b) Deformation behavior of fresh concrete with new insights into the rheological assessment of cementitious mixes containing large aggregates and fibers. (c) Concrete transport and processing, examining how concrete flows during pumping, filling formwork, and placement using advanced techniques such as 3D printing. All insights are supported by carefully designed experiments and simulations spanning meso- to macro-scales, laying the groundwork for innovative materials and processes that address the evolving needs of modern construction.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 416 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book offers an authoritative exploration of the evolving field of surgical nursing through the lens of the Caring Life-Course Theory (Kitson et al., 2021). This comprehensive text navigates the modern landscape of surgical nursing, integrating three pivotal facets: contemporary clinical practices, latest developments, and post-licensure education.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 180 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Workshop on Advances in explainability, agents, and large language models, CALM 2025, held in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, during December 1-5, 2025.Springer-Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg 132 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This book provides neurologists with a working knowledge of psychiatric medications. It begins with general principles of psychopharmacology, reviews the spectrum of psychiatric illness in neurology patients, then covers psychoactive drugs in the elderly and treating behavioral symptoms of dementia. Drug-drug and drug-diet interactions that may be seen in clinical practice are emphasized. All chapters in this thoroughly updated edition are rewritten, updated, and expanded. Many chapters include case studies and present the complexity of addressing behavioral, emotional, and cognitive disorders that coexist with many different neurological diseases.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 296 pp. Englisch. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -This textbook presents a thorough introduction to the topic of automation engineering covering such topics as the selection and design of sensors and actuators, modelling complex processes using state-space and transfer-function models, designing control strategies, such as PID control, feedforward control, and complex model predictive control, PLCs and how to programme them, and process safety. As industry becomes more interconnected and tightly controlled with an increasing emphasis not only on profit but also on safety and the environment, there is an urgent need to understand how processes can be automated and controlled. Process automation is a complex procedure that requires understanding and modelling the process, developing an appropriate automation strategy, and finally, testing and validating it. These topics are presented rigorously with detailed examples that cover all the most commonly encountered situations. Questions at the end of the chapter expand the reader's knowledge and understanding of the topics at hand.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 284 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The book offers a profound insight into the reasons why a great many people feel disconnected from the concept of death and, as a remedy, offers a series of pathways to reconcile them.As an inner abyss, the prospect of death reflects our deepest anxieties about the end of our life, its inevitability, and the mystery that surrounds it. However, this awareness also holds a contradictory promise: by accepting this shadow and exploring it, we might find a greater appreciation for life and a clearer vision of our true priorities. Central to personal development is the awareness that life and death are not mutually exclusive but inclusive states of mind. Death is an intrinsic feature of life. As this book will explore: at the interface of the two, we find a fertile ground for the emergence of psychological richness. 146 pp. Englisch.…