Freud for Architects explains what Freud offers to the understanding of architectural creativity and architectural experience, with case examples from early modern architecture to the present.Freud’s observations on the human psyche and its influence on culture and social behavior have generated a great deal of discussion since the 19th century. Yet, what Freud’s key ideas offer to the understanding of architectural creativity and experience has received little direct atte...

The concept of sacrifice has been part of the human condition since before recorded time. Dating back to the earliest civilizations, sacrifices have been made for personal, religious, or social reasons. From archaeological records, evidence of the sacrifice of food, grains, animals, and even humans is well documented. From Mesopotamia to Egypt, from the Mayans to the Aztecs, they all exhibited some forms of sacrifice for a variety of reasons.As citizens of the United States, we hav...

In a world where relationships usually struggle due to miscommunication and unmet needs.Understanding the love language of a woman offers profound and insightful guide to foster lasting connections and Fulfilling relationships.This captivating book delves into the layers of a woman's heart and unraveling the mysterious uniqueness of her love language.This book will take the reader on an enlightening journey which unveils the various ways in which women express and r...

This book explores social media and technology across the lifespan. The authors argue that those of different ages and life stages have very diverse experiences with these types of media and demonstrate the importance of analysing the entire lifespan in the context of technology use. They acknowledge and celebrate social media for the positives that it can bring to our lives but also recognise that there may be challenges for particular developmental stages.

In The World We Want, Peter Karoff presents a collective vision of an ideal world. By sharing his experiences and through conversations with more than forty social entrepreneurs, activists, nonprofit leaders, and philanthropists who are changing notions of 'the human condition' in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and North America, he describes how new partnerships and approaches are reducing suffering and gaining greater equity for people everywhere. These visionaries...

" Beneath the whispers of heart" is a captivating story that delves into the complex world of relationships, friendship, and the pursuit of one's dreams. Set against the backdrop of the bustling culinary scene, this tale follows the life of Ethan, an industrious and talented young man who owns the renowned restaurant, McLaren's.Ethan's once-thriving business, however, finds itself struggling with f...

Mental health practitioners must be prepared to treat addiction-related issuesóaffecting up to 50% of mental health clientsówhether or not clients present with addiction as a primary concern. This practical roadmap to the treatment of addictions advocates an underutilizedóyet highly effectiveómethod of intervention: eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. It is the first book to integrate the Stages of Change Model with EMDRís phases for successful treatment outcome. ...

John A. F. P. Nainfa's Costume of Prelates of the Catholic Church is a detailed and authoritative reference on the dress, insignia, and etiquette of the Catholic Church's clerical hierarchy. Based on Roman customs and papal decrees, the book describes the symbolic meaning, historical origins, and proper usage of ecclesiastical garments from cassocks to mitres. Lavishly illustrated and meticulously researched, Nainfa's work is not only a guide to liturgical fashion but a study of t...

A definitive look at how church music is changing in the 21st century.There is no lack of resources for the church musician focusing on particular skills or repertoire. But this is the first collection of essays created specifically for musicians working in parish ministry that imagines how those vocations will change along with the evolving church.Ponder Anew chronicles the rapid changes in the church music landscape in the last 20 years including...

The Black Berets have met the enemy—and he lives next door!Letting a struggling Chicano gas company run its pipeline across their Louisiana land struck the Black Berets as a good idea—especially once Cowboy got an eyeball on Isabella Cifuentes, its stunning, sultry president. But the contract, it seemed, contained some very fine and lethal print.A Texas oil magnate allied with a fanatical right-wing cult had made an unholy alliance to keep the territory fre...

The main event is manslaughter.Someone wanted to overthrow the government of San Sebastian, a country whose tiny army, nonaligned status, and location on the deadly curve of Central America made it ripe for subversion. The first try was an attempted hit on its president on a crowded street in Washington. The second was an invasion from the sea.Both times the Black Berets were there to keep the worst from happening. But how long could five men and one boy hold out against an...

This collection of essays presents a sampling of film and television texts, interrogating images of U.S. masculinity. Rather than using “postfeminist” as a definition of contemporary feminism, this collection uses the term to designate the period from the late 1980s on—as a point when feminist thought gradually became more mainstream. The movies and TV series examined here have achieved a level of sustained attention, from critical acclaim, to mass appeal, to cult status. Instead of beginn...