John Middleton

Routledge is proud to be re-issuing this landmark series in association with the International African Institute. The series, originally published between 1950 and 1977, collected ethnographic information on the peoples of Africa, using all available sources: archives, memoirs and reports as well as anthropological research which, in 1945, had only just begun. Concise, critical and (for its time) accurate, the Ethnographic Survey contains sections as follows: Physical Environment Linguistic Data Demography History & Traditions of Origin Nomenclature Grouping Cultural Features: Religion, Witchcraft, Birth, Initiation, Burial Social & Political Organization: Kinship, Marriage, Inheritance, Slavery, Land Tenure, Warfare & Justice Economy & Trade Domestic ArchitectureEach of the 50 volumes will be available to buy individually, and these are organized into regional sub-groups: East Central Africa, North-Eastern Africa, Southern Africa, West Central Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa Belgian Congo. The volumes are supplemented with maps, available to view on routledge.com or available as a pdf from the publishers.

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars. Medical theory and practice of the 1700s developed rapidly, as is evidenced by the extensive collection, which includes descriptions of diseases, their conditions, and treatments. Books on science and technology, agriculture, military technology, natural philosophy, even cookbooks, are all contained here.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryT050760With a half-title. London: printed by B. Macmillan; for G. Nicol; and sold by G. G. and J. Robinson; J. Sewell; Cadell and Davies; W. Creech, Edinburgh; and John Archer, Dublin, 1798. xvii, 3],597, 1]p., plates, table: maps, ills; 8

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars. Medical theory and practice of the 1700s developed rapidly, as is evidenced by the extensive collection, which includes descriptions of diseases, their conditions, and treatments. Books on science and technology, agriculture, military technology, natural philosophy, even cookbooks, are all contained here.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryT091234London: printed for Tho. Astley, 1734. 2], iv,249, 9]p.; 8

Acting Gerald Drake gives us a personal look at the life in the theater that actors of all ages and experience levels can connect with and learn from in a way that is freeing offering small, easy digest musings instead of restricting manual of acting instructions. Jerry's book is very much a conversation between the actor and the reader. Jerry shares his discoveries, experiences and lessons he's encountered rather than speaking didactically with unapproachable authority, making this book accessible to actors of all levels from all walks of life.

Routledge is proud to be re-issuing this landmark series in association with the International African Institute. The series, originally published between 1950 and 1977, collected ethnographic information on the peoples of Africa, using all available sources: archives, memoirs and reports as well as anthropological research which, in 1945, had only just begun. Concise, critical and (for its time) accurate, the Ethnographic Survey contains sections as follows: Physical Environment Linguistic Data Demography History & Traditions of Origin Nomenclature Grouping Cultural Features: Religion, Witchcraft, Birth, Initiation, Burial Social & Political Organization: Kinship, Marriage, Inheritance, Slavery, Land Tenure, Warfare & Justice Economy & Trade Domestic ArchitectureEach of the 50 volumes will be available to buy individually, and these are organized into regional sub-groups: East Central Africa, North-Eastern Africa, Southern Africa, West Central Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa Belgian Congo. The volumes are supplemented with maps, available to view on routledge.com or available as a pdf from the publishers.

Chase is your normal young guy with the dream of becoming a Rock Star. It is when he is introduced to the world of drugs that he begins to see his dream slowly slip through his fingers. Between the pain of his family, friends and himself, Chase must make a decision. The drugs or his dreams. We follow Chase through this decision and fight. He may realize that some days decisions can last forever.

Recent research in Africa has shown a wide range of political systems, from small societies of wandering hunters to large states of several million people comparable with mediaeval European feudal kingdoms. In between are many societies in which a central government is lacking; the political system is based upon a balance of power between many small groups, which with their lack of classes or specialized political offices, have been called 'ordered anarchies'. First published in 1958.

This work includes forewords by Sir Liam Donaldson and Peter Wheeler, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health; Dean, College of Fine Arts, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Appreciating art can help doctors build empathy with patients and reduce stress. By stimulating thought and reflection through paintings, this concise and engaging text invites readers to examine their motivation, their profession and their world. This exciting new book provides vital refreshment for doctors and medical students, lecturers and tutors in medical humanities, and healthcare professionals with mentoring roles. "John and Erica Middleton guide the reader gently along the interface between art and medicine, in their own inimitable style. Whether in search of an introduction to the world of art, or wishing to consider the role that the formal study of art might play in professional development, reading this book is likely to prove rewarding. Turning these pages will help doctors to appreciate afresh the window through which they look upon the world" - Sir Liam Donaldson, in his Foreword. "Great art provides insights into the human condition. If through a systematic engagement with art and literature as an extension of their medical practice, GPs can apply those insights to themselves (know thyself), they can equally apply them when dealing with patients. Doctors and patients are people, subjects. Intersubjectivity is perhaps a better word than empathy to define what this book seeks to promote, the capacity of the doctor to enter into and inhabit the patient's subjectivity" - Peter Wheeler, in his Foreword.

Strategy Express is the fast track route to mastering the essential aspects of strategy. It covers all the fundamentals of successful strategy, from developing a compelling vision to knowing your customers, and from fostering creativity to making it happen. It gives examples and lessons from benchmark companies, including Sony, eBay, Tesco, and Apple, as well as ideas from the smartest thinkers in the strategy field. It includes a glossary of key concepts and a comprehensive resources guide. Strategy Express lays bare a complex and commonly misunderstood subject so you can master the concepts and apply the thinking... fast.

Throughout history, royal dynasties have dominated countries and empires around the world. Kings, queens, emperors, chiefs, pharaohs, czars - whatever title they ruled by, monarchs have shaped institutions, rituals, and cultures in every time period and every corner of the globe. The concept of monarchy originated in prehistoric times and evolved over centuries right up to the present. Efforts to overthrow monarchies or evade their rule - such as the American, French, Chinese, and Russian revolutions - are considered turning points in world history. Even today, many countries retain their monarchies, although in vastly reduced form with little political power. One cannot understand human history and government without understanding monarchs and monarchies. This fully-illustrated encyclopedia provides the first complete survey of all the major rulers and ruling families of the world, past and present. No other reference work approaches the topic with the same sense of magnitude or connection to historical context. Arranged in A-Z format for ease of access, World Monarchies and Dynasties includes information on major monarchs and dynasties from ancient time to the present. This set: includes overviews of reigns and successions, genealogical charts, and dynastic timelines; addresses concepts, problems, and theories of monarchy; provides background and information for further research; highlights important places, structures, symbols, events, and legends related to particular monarchs and dynasties; includes a master bibliography and multiple indexes.

Recent research in Africa has shown a wide range of political systems, from small societies of wandering hunters to large states of several million people comparable with mediaeval European feudal kingdoms. In between are many societies in which a central government is lacking; the political system is based upon a balance of power between many small groups, which with their lack of classes or specialized political offices, have been called 'ordered anarchies'. First published in 1958.

Capstone's successful Ultimate formula now provides easy-to-use resources for business professionals and students alike. This series gives readers fast access to the business ideas that matter. Thousands of new books, reports, theories and consultancy products pour into the business market every year and Ultimate books have proved indispensable for time-poor business folk who need to know which ones actually work.

ExpressExec is a unique business resource of one hundred books. These books present the best current thinking and span the entire range of contemporary business practice. Each book gives you the key concepts behind the subject and the techniques to implement the ideas effectively, together with lessons from benchmark companies and ideas from the world's smartest thinkers. ExpressExec is organised into ten core subject areas making it easy to find the information you need: 01 Innovation 02 Enterprise 03 Strategy 04 Marketing 05 Finance 06 Operations and Technology 07 Organizations 08 Leading 09 People 10 Life and Work ExpressExec is a perfect learning solution for people who need to master the latest business thinking and practice quickly.

Fast track route to understanding and managing human behaviour inorganizations Covers the key areas of OB, from understanding individual andgroup behaviour patterns and attitudes to work to buildingsuccessful organizations and improving your personal effectivenessin the workplace Examples and lessons from some of the world's most successfulbusinesses, including Tesco, Sears, Sundaram-Clayton and TheNatural Step, and ideas from the smartest thinkers includingCharles Handy, Jack Wood, Edgar Schein and Shoshana Zuboff Includes a glossary of key concepts and a comprehensiveresources guide

Fast track route to understanding what makes organizations tick Covers the key areas of achieving organisational effectiveness,from building core skill sets and mastering the impact oftechnology and globalization, to aligning culture with directionand developing new organizational models and structures Examples and lessons from some of the world's most successfulbusinesses, including Dell, Nissan, Semco and St Luke's, and ideasfrom the smartest thinkers, including Charles Handy, ElliottJaques, Arie de Geus and Ricardo Semler. Includes a glossary of key concepts and a comprehensiveresources guide

Smart workers know that the nation of lifetime employment in one company has all but disappeared. We are experiencing huge uncertainties about future career and job prospects. Don't believe it? Just ask yourself whether you have the same attitude to work as your parents had. The 'job for life' seems like a leftover concept from a very different era. So if the future of work is destined to be ever more volatile what can we Smart careerists do to give ourselves a better than average chance of survival? Smart Things to Know about Your Career gives you the resources and information you'll need to thrive in the world of work, whether you're intent on making your way inside an organisation or whether you want to join the growing number of 'corporate refuseniks' who pursue self-employment and entrepreneurship, priziing freedom, autonomy and choice above all else. Smart Things to Know about Your Career gives you evrything you need to know to stay ahead of the field. At the end of it you will understand the six smartest things to grasp about the world of work: * Smart careers have design and intent - 'accidental careers' have never been more dangerous. * Enjoy your work. * Be visible. Find ways to raise your profile. Network like crazy. * Think ahead. What are you going to do when your skills and knoweldge become obselete? Becasue they will. * Remember Thomas Stewart's observation that a smart career is one that operates in markets, not heirarchies. * Trust your own judgement. Smart Things to Know about Your Career describes the practical steps you can take to boost your career prospects and to find the work that suits you best. It also points you towards sources of information and knowledge about the future that will enable you to make even Smarter choices as your career really takes off!

This wide-ranging volume integrates documentary sources and contemporary archaeological evidence to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date account of Swahili history, anthropology, language and culture.