This open access book offers an introduction to the field of the environmental humanities in India. The environmental humanities, often referred to as ‘EH’, are a multifaceted, relatively new, and swiftly evolving field of scholarship that integrates the theories and approaches of various disciplines - from anthropology, art, communications, cultural studies, philosophy and ecology to history, literature, media, music, performance, politics, sociology, theology and theater. Practitioners o...

"Dreamland Chronicles: A Slumber-Time Story" – a magical journey into the realm of dreams where the imagination knows no bounds. This bedtime book is a key to unlocking a world filled with wonder and whimsy, perfect for those quiet moments before the stars take their watch in the night sky. Join us as we embark on a tranquil adventure through the land of dreams, where every page is a ticket to a peaceful night's rest. Get ready to drift off into the world of "Dreamland Chronicles" and let ...

The eighteenth-century naturalist Erasmus Darwin (grandfather of Charles) argued that plants are animate, living beings and attributed them sensation, movement, and a certain degree of mental activity, emphasizing the continuity between humankind and plant existence. Two centuries later, the understanding of plants as active and communicative organisms has reemerged in such diverse fields as plant neurobiology, philosophical posthumanism, and ecocriticism. The Language of Plants b...

A simple, easy-to-follow guide to learning the advanced features and integrated services of Canvas for creating a transformative and personalized educational experienceKey FeaturesSimplify online and hybrid learning with Canvas with the help of this updated second editionDiscover best practices to engage with students as they complete assignments and receive feedback through the GradebookFollow clear directions to use Canvas tools and features ...

Compliant parents are what Julianna loves most about her job. Thankfully, most patients listen to her. After all, she is a nurse. Yet even the most well-intentioned parents can push back, especially when it comes to vaccinating their children. Paulina and Reuben Gonzalez wrestle with the decision whether to vaccinate their new baby for hepatitis B and, eventually, fifteen other diseases. The very mention of infectious disease strikes fear into the heart of every parent, so they want to mak...

This book is intended for educators who want to use Canvas to enhance their teaching or for educators whose institution has adopted Canvas as its learning management system. Whether you are brand new to online learning or you are a seasoned expert, you will be able to master both the basic functions and the advanced features of Canvas with this book.

In the nineteenth century, the colonial territories of California and Hawai'i underwent important cultural, economic, and ecological transformations influenced by an unlikely factor: cows. The creation of native cattle cultures, represented by the Indian vaquero and the Hawaiian paniolo, demonstrates that California Indians and native Hawaiians adapted in ways that allowed them to harvest the opportunities for wealth that these unfamiliar biological resources presented. But the imposition ...

END OF STORY ARC The battle for Bethlehem begins. Sam makes a fateful decision. Abe meets his father. A fresh, engaging read for fans and newcomers alike, offering vivid storytelling, memorable characters, and a captivating journey from start to finish

A recurring metaphor Tantra & Erotic Trance is that of the ladder of mystical ascent, sometimes called the "diamond" ladder, evoking the Tibetan concept of dorje and the Hindu lingam but especially the diamond body of Buddhism. An ascent is described, beginning in the very first chapters where controversies about sex lead to the conclusion that human sexuality has both a horizontal meaning as the foundation of the nuclear family in a stable society and a vertical meaning as the engine of c...

A common assumption about cities throughout the world is tht they are essentially an elaboration of the Euro-American model. Postcolonial Urbanism demonstrates the narrowness of this vision. Cities in the postcolonial world, the book shows, are producing novel forms of urbanism not reducible to Western urbanism. Despite being heavily colonized in the past, Southeast Asia has been largely ignored in discussions about postcolonial theory and in general considerations of global urbanism. An i...

Learn about the locations of Microsoft 365 data, grasp the concepts of content search and eDiscovery, acquire the skills to craft powerful KQL queries, and explore how real organizations tackle complex issues through eDiscoveryKey FeaturesLearn about the concept of eDiscovery and distinguish it from content searchDelve into more complex aspects like multi-geo and attorney-client privilegeApply your new knowledge to implement eDiscovery solution...

Offers essential perspectives on the Cold War and post-9/11 eras and explores the troubling implications of the American tendency to fight wars without end.“Featuring lucid and penetrating essays by a stellar roster of scholars, the volume provides deep insights into one of the grand puzzles of the age: why the U.S. has so often failed to exit wars on its terms.”— Fredrik Logevall, Laurence D. Belfer Professor of International Affairs, Harvard UniversityVie...