Explores the Liberian civil war of the 1990s with a focus on religious ideology, ritual violence, and political structures. Well‑received scholarly treatment.
This volume edited by Dr. T. V. Ramachandra—affiliated with the Centre for Ecological Sciences, IISc Bangalore—advocates integrating environmental education into all levels of formal schooling to foster ecological literacy and sustainable resource stewardship. It emphasizes ecosystem-based education through interdisciplinary frameworks, real-world case studies, and community engagement.…
Relethford’s The Human Species offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of biological (physical) anthropology, integrating biological and cultural perspectives to explore key questions such as: What defines the human species? How do humans differ from other primates? What is our evolutionary history? Are humans still evolving? How do genetics and culture interact in sha…
This third edition presents a concise, student‑friendly introduction to biological anthropology, organized around the scientific method. Each chapter frames a key question—such as “What is a species?” or “How did humans evolve?”—offers structured answers, and then revisits the question to reflect evolving scientific understanding. The edition includes expanded coverage of recent p…
The Plight of the Whales is a nonfiction introduction tailored for young adult readers, exploring the decline of whale populations due to commercial whaling, ocean pollution, fishing bycatch, and habitat loss. It chronicles the historical trajectory of whaling from Moby Dick-era hunts to modern factory fleets, and the emergence of international whale conservation efforts. Youth readers gain ins…