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Moral Teleology A Theory of Progress

Moral Teleology A Theory of Progress

This book develops a unified theory of moral progress. The author argues that there are mechanisms in place that consistently drive societies towards moral improvement and that a sophisticated naturalistically respectable form of teleology can be defended. The book’s main aim is to flesh out the process of moral progress in more detail and to show how when the right mechanisms and institutions of moral progress are matched together they create pressure for the desired types of moral gains to manifest. The first part of the book deals with two issues: the conceptual one about what moral progress is and the broadly empirical one whether it is possible. It shows that cultural evolution successfully explains the origins of modern forms of morally welcome change. The second part argues that there is logical space for a moderate scientifically credible form of teleology and that the converse case for moral decline is weak. It addresses the types drivers and institutions of moral progress that allow for the storage transmission and cumulative improvement of our normative infrastructure over time. Finally the third part demonstrates why moral progress cannot be accounted for in metaethically realist terms. Moral Teleology will be of interest to researchers and advanced students working in ethics moral epistemology and moral psychology. The Open Access version of this book available at http://www. taylorfrancis. com has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4. 0 license. | Moral Teleology A Theory of Progress

GBP 130.00
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Social Progress and the Authoritarian Challenge to Democracy

Social Progress and the Authoritarian Challenge to Democracy

Social Progress and the Authoritarian Challenge to Democracy examines the authoritarian challenge to present-day democracy through a framing of social progress theory and the idea of the social contract. Building on the author’s previous work this book discusses whether social progress is linear and on a continual upward trajectory to human betterment or if there are peaks and troughs along the way. More importantly it questions that if social progress exists is it compatible with social and environmental sustainability? At the outset the book introduces the concepts of social contract theory and the idea of human social progress long considered to be settled conditions now ripe for further examination. Each chapter carefully analyses the contemporary struggle between democracy and authoritarianism using examples from the USA as a foundation to discuss and compare democracies from around the world encountering the pressures of rising authoritarianism including anti-immigration xenophobia and anti-institutionalism. It argues that if the climate crisis is to be urgently addressed as required the rise in authoritarian thinking with its focus on maintaining power and the creation of individual wealth presents a challenge to both our societal foundations and environmental sustainability. Highlighting and analysing topics of critical importance to today’s society this book will have widespread appeal to academics researchers and postgraduate students throughout the social sciences including sociology political science philosophy environmental sustainability and development studies.

GBP 130.00
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Progress and Performance in the Primary Classroom

Progress and Performance in the Primary Classroom

First published in 1980 Progress and Performance in the Primary Classroom assesses the performance of primary schoolchildren in a range of study skills as well as on the more conventional tests of mathematics language use and reading. The findings indicate that the more successful styles are used by the more experienced teachers who manage to increase the amount of contact with the pupils by a variety of organizational strategies. While pupils who receive the greatest amount of class teaching do best on mathematics there is no evidence to suggest that the characteristics of teaching valued by critics of modern primary practice exert any significant influence on pupil progress. The relationship between pupil progress and behaviour shows some remarkable patterns. For example it was found that children who work on average one day per week less than other children still make the same progress in basic skills as the others. Such findings suggest that there is a need to examine how far teaching in the junior school is sufficiently stimulating and challenging while at the same time acknowledging the difficulties of improving the situation while class sizes remain relatively high. This book will be of interest to students of education and pedagogy as well as to teachers.

GBP 90.00
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The Fall of Humankind and Social Progress Engagements with Emil Brunner

The Fall of Humankind and Social Progress Engagements with Emil Brunner

This book investigates the link between human capabilities and the preconditions for social progress through an engagement with the theological anthropology of Swiss theologian Emil Brunner (1889–1966). It places Brunner’s thought in dialogue with selected contributors from the contemporary social sciences examining approaches from economics sociology and philosophy as put forward by Gary S. Becker Christian Smith and Martha Nussbaum. This dialogic format helps to crystallise both agreements and differences and thus facilitate greater understanding between theology and other disciplines. Questions explored in the discussion relate to the emergence of human nature (the person) and the capabilities human beings possess as well as how these develop in a social context. The author focuses in particular on the impact of sin (the Fall) and considers the mixed blessings of economic progress. By providing pointers on how to bring back the human person in social disciplines the book hopes to contribute to improved understanding of the ethical dimension of social progress and human flourishing. It will be of particular interest to scholars of analytic and systematic theology but also scholars from economics and social sciences with openness to theological engagement. | The Fall of Humankind and Social Progress Engagements with Emil Brunner

GBP 130.00
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The Progress of a Biographer

The Progress of a Biographer

First published in 1949 The Progress of a Biographer follows a general principle that there are absolute truths which an individual can in some degree apprehend and live by but which churches and institutions can only obscure and pervert. This principle is followed for the sketches in this book most of which were written between the end of World War II and the spring of 1948. The subjects range from P. G. Wodehouse to Karl Marx from W. B. Yeats to Thackeray and from Rainer Maria Rilke to Lloyd George. Believing that to understand a man’s work one must form a coherent impression of the man the author has tried to suggest the leading characteristics and governing impulses of his subjects. His intention has been to clarify rather than to criticise though doubtless the affect may sometimes be one of criticism falling short of clarification. The book will be of interest to students across disciplines but will particularly appeal to students of English literature.

GBP 99.99
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Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper - 25kg (55 lbs)

Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper - 25kg (55 lbs)

Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper - 25kg (55 lbs) Key Features: Contoured edges and grip handles with double knurling for easier handling and barbell loading Enables smoother pick-up and versatile exercises like plate carries and ground to overheads (GTOH) Constructed from high-density virgin rubber for long-lasting durability Provides consistent dead-bounce performance Stylish Primal 3D branding with embossed and debossed markings Thinner plates for increased loading capability Denominations in both KG and LBs 450mm diameter with precise fit 50mm brushed stainless steel center ring Raised center protects steel ring with embossed "Strength. It's in us all" Within +/-1% weight tolerance     The Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper (Singles) represents a premium solution for weightlifting enthusiasts aiming to elevate their training experience. These durable bumper plates are designed to withstand the rigors of intense workouts, providing a reliable option for various Olympic lifts and strength training exercises. With their high-density virgin rubber construction, they offer consistent performance and reliable durability, ensuring longevity in any fitness environment. The versatile functionality makes them suitable for a wide range of exercises, including deadlifts, cleans, and snatches, allowing users to progressively increase their strength and power. Whether used by beginners or seasoned athletes, the Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper plates serve as essential tools for achieving fitness goals and pushing boundaries in training.   Key Features: Enhanced Handling Features contoured edges and grip handles with dual knurling, facilitating easier handling and loading onto barbells. Versatile Functionality Allows for smoother pick-up from the ground and supports diverse exercises like plate carries and ground-to-overheads (GTOH), enhancing workout versatility. Durable Construction Crafted from high-density virgin rubber, ensuring long-lasting durability and reliability for sustained use over time. Consistent Performance Delivers reliable dead-bounce performance, maintaining consistent rebound characteristics throughout workouts. Modern Branding Showcases stylish Primal 3D branding with embossed and debossed markings, adding a contemporary touch to the design. Increased Loading Capability Thinner plates enable enhanced loading capability, optimizing the potential for progressive overload in workouts.

GBP 98.99
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Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper - 20kg (44 lbs)

Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper - 20kg (44 lbs)

Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper - 20kg (44 lbs) Key Features: Contoured edges and grip handles with double knurling for easier handling and barbell loading Enables smoother pick-up and versatile exercises like plate carries and ground to overheads (GTOH) Constructed from high-density virgin rubber for long-lasting durability Provides consistent dead-bounce performance Stylish Primal 3D branding with embossed and debossed markings Thinner plates for increased loading capability Denominations in both KG and LBs 450mm diameter with precise fit 50mm brushed stainless steel center ring Raised center protects steel ring with embossed "Strength. It's in us all" Within +/-1% weight tolerance     The Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper (Singles) represents a premium solution for weightlifting enthusiasts aiming to elevate their training experience. These durable bumper plates are designed to withstand the rigors of intense workouts, providing a reliable option for various Olympic lifts and strength training exercises. With their high-density virgin rubber construction, they offer consistent performance and reliable durability, ensuring longevity in any fitness environment. The versatile functionality makes them suitable for a wide range of exercises, including deadlifts, cleans, and snatches, allowing users to progressively increase their strength and power. Whether used by beginners or seasoned athletes, the Primal Strength Performance Series Progress Bumper plates serve as essential tools for achieving fitness goals and pushing boundaries in training.   Key Features: Enhanced Handling Features contoured edges and grip handles with dual knurling, facilitating easier handling and loading onto barbells. Versatile Functionality Allows for smoother pick-up from the ground and supports diverse exercises like plate carries and ground-to-overheads (GTOH), enhancing workout versatility. Durable Construction Crafted from high-density virgin rubber, ensuring long-lasting durability and reliability for sustained use over time. Consistent Performance Delivers reliable dead-bounce performance, maintaining consistent rebound characteristics throughout workouts. Modern Branding Showcases stylish Primal 3D branding with embossed and debossed markings, adding a contemporary touch to the design. Increased Loading Capability Thinner plates enable enhanced loading capability, optimizing the potential for progressive overload in workouts.

GBP 87.99
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Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect Volume 1 Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics And Applications (RocDyn

Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect Volume 1 Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics And Applications (RocDyn

Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect contains 153 scientific and technical papers presented at the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics and Applications (RocDyn-4 Xuzhou China 17-19 August 2022). The two-volume set has 7 sections. Volume 1 includes the first four sections with 6 keynotes and 5 young scholar plenary session papers and contributions on analysis and theoretical development and experimental testing and techniques. Volume 2 contains the remaining three sections with 74 papers on numerical modelling and methods seismic and earthquake engineering and rock excavation and engineering. Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect will serve as a reference on developments in rock dynamics scientific research and on rock dynamics engineering applications. The previous volumes in this series (RocDyn-1 RocDyn-2 and RocDyn-3) are also available via CRC Press. | Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect Volume 1 Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics And Applications (RocDyn

GBP 160.00
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Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect Volume 2 Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics And Applications (RocDyn

Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect Volume 2 Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics And Applications (RocDyn

Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect contains 153 scientific and technical papers presented at the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics and Applications (RocDyn-4 Xuzhou China 17-19 August 2022). The two-volume set has 7 sections. Volume 1 includes the first four sections with 6 keynotes and 5 young scholar plenary session papers and contributions on analysis and theoretical development and experimental testing and techniques. Volume 2 contains the remaining three sections with 74 papers on numerical modelling and methods seismic and earthquake engineering and rock excavation and engineering. Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect will serve as a reference on developments in rock dynamics scientific research and on rock dynamics engineering applications. The previous volumes in this series (RocDyn-1 RocDyn-2 and RocDyn-3) are also available via CRC Press. | Rock Dynamics: Progress and Prospect Volume 2 Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Rock Dynamics And Applications (RocDyn

GBP 150.00
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The Laboratory of Progress Switzerland in the Nineteenth Century Volume 1

The Laboratory of Progress Switzerland in the Nineteenth Century Volume 1

The Laboratory of Progress: Switzerland in the 19th Century tells the improbable story of how a small backward mountainous agricultural country with almost no raw materials became an industrial powerhouse a hub of innovation a touristic mecca and a pioneer in transportation – all in the course of a single century. That a tiny landlocked country should become a dominant steamship builder for the rest of the world; that a country that had never seen a cotton plant should become the world’s second-largest textile producer; that a country with hardly any level terrain should come to boast the world’s most highly developed railway network; and that a country whose main export was impoverished emigrants should be transformed into one of the world’s major financial centres – these astonishing developments among many others are explored and explained both through the specific stories of individual innovators and through a prescient analysis of the political economic societal and cultural structures that formed the context in which Switzerland’s astonishing transformation took place. The book is a compelling read both for professional historians and for general readers with an interest in Switzerland; it highlights the roles of transport networks and individual pioneers in industrial and political development. | The Laboratory of Progress Switzerland in the Nineteenth Century Volume 1

GBP 130.00
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Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . XL

Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . XL

Part of the Y-3 running collection, the Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights take a fashion approach to technical performance. Their two-in-one design pairs lightweight outer shorts with integrated short tights that add coverage and support. AEROREADY manages moisture, and pockets provide storage.Regular-fit shorts and tight-fit tightsOuter shorts: Drawcord on elastic waist86% polyester (recycled), 14% elastaneAEROREADY and hydrophilic finishOuter shorts: Back zip pocketInner shorts: Patch phone pocket on one sideY-3 logoImported

GBP 153.64
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Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . L

Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . L

Part of the Y-3 running collection, the Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights take a fashion approach to technical performance. Their two-in-one design pairs lightweight outer shorts with integrated short tights that add coverage and support. AEROREADY manages moisture, and pockets provide storage.Regular-fit shorts and tight-fit tightsOuter shorts: Drawcord on elastic waist86% polyester (recycled), 14% elastaneAEROREADY and hydrophilic finishOuter shorts: Back zip pocketInner shorts: Patch phone pocket on one sideY-3 logoImported

GBP 152.78
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Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . M

Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . M

Part of the Y-3 running collection, the Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights take a fashion approach to technical performance. Their two-in-one design pairs lightweight outer shorts with integrated short tights that add coverage and support. AEROREADY manages moisture, and pockets provide storage.Regular-fit shorts and tight-fit tightsOuter shorts: Drawcord on elastic waist86% polyester (recycled), 14% elastaneAEROREADY and hydrophilic finishOuter shorts: Back zip pocketInner shorts: Patch phone pocket on one sideY-3 logoImported

GBP 152.78
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Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . S

Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights . Men . S

Part of the Y-3 running collection, the Y-3 Running Shorts + Tights take a fashion approach to technical performance. Their two-in-one design pairs lightweight outer shorts with integrated short tights that add coverage and support. AEROREADY manages moisture, and pockets provide storage.Regular-fit shorts and tight-fit tightsOuter shorts: Drawcord on elastic waist86% polyester (recycled), 14% elastaneAEROREADY and hydrophilic finishOuter shorts: Back zip pocketInner shorts: Patch phone pocket on one sideY-3 logoImported

GBP 152.69
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