Contesting the state

Contesting the stateThis book is the first comprehensive survey of the Irish state, its history and evolution, its nature and its role in Ireland's recent economic boom. Containing contributions from some of the leading authorities on the subject, it offers an in depth analysis of a state widely seen as a model of success in this globalised era.

most theatrically exciting plays and in their day

This volume looks at a range of texts and practices that address race and its relationship with television

fashion and social status

these are plays for a theatre in which time and space

Theatre and performance studies

It asks whether overflow is understood as abundance or excess

‘The Learning Economy and the Economics of Hope’ offers original insights in processes of innovation and learning and draws implications for economic theory and public policy

<i>The Incredulity of Father Brown</i> pulls no punches

Readers are also offered questions to guide their practical application

and arguably more inclusive

A comprehensive introduction to the ideas of Karl Polanyi by examining the key themes that run throughout his work

follow from it