The Frisian Popular Militias between 1480 and 1560
The Frisian Popular Militias Between 1480 and 1560 delves into the critical role played by citizen militias in the defense of Frisia, a historical region encompassing parts of the Netherlands and Germany. The book explores the organization, mobilization, and weaponry of these militias during a tumultuous period marked by frequent warfare between [...]
The Maritime Silk Road
Global Connectivities, Regional Nodes, Localities
The Maritime Silk Road explores the extensive network of maritime trade routes that connected Asia, Africa, and Europe for centuries. It delves into the Silk Road’s profound impact on global connections, cultural exchange, and the shaping of local societies. The book also incorporates recent research findings to provide a fresh perspective on [...]
Syntax of Hungarian
Coordination and Ellipsis
Syntax of Hungarian offers a comprehensive exploration of Hungarian grammar, delving into the intricacies of sentence structure and word order. Designed with both researchers and advanced students in mind, the book provides a theoretical foundation while emphasizing detailed descriptions. It examines a wide range of syntactic phenomena, including coordinate structures, conjunction types, [...]
World History for International Studies
World History for International Studies breaks away from traditional approaches, offering a fresh perspective on global history through the lens of networks and interconnectedness. It explores how ideas, people, and goods have moved across continents, shaping societies and fostering cultural exchange throughout human history. By examining critical themes like communication, trade, order, [...]
Flavian Responses to Nero’s Rome
Flavian Responses to Nero’s Rome delves into the fascinating yet complex relationship between the Flavian dynasty (69-96 CE) and the legacy of the infamous emperor Nero. This interdisciplinary volume explores how the Flavians navigated Nero’s memory through various strategies, revealing how they sought to legitimize their own rule while simultaneously shaping public [...]
Contesting Cosmopolitan Europe
Euroscepticism, Crisis and Borders
Contesting Cosmopolitan Europe explores the challenges faced by the European project in the wake of recent crises.The book examines how ideas of European integration and cosmopolitanism are being contested in light of issues like the Eurozone crisis, migration flows, and the rise of Euroscepticism. It analyzes the impact of these developments on [...]
The Humanities and the Modern Politics of Knowledge
The Impact and Organization of the Humanities in Sweden, 1850-2020
The Humanities and the Modern Politics of Knowledge examines the evolving role of the humanities in the modern world. Through a national case study of Sweden spanning two centuries, the book explores how societal perceptions of the humanities have shifted amidst the rise of science, technology, and economic rationales. By analyzing the [...]
Urban Life and Intellectual Crisis in Middle-Period China, 800-1100
Urban Life and Intellectual Crisis in Middle-Period China, 800-1100 delves into a fascinating period in Chinese history.The book explores the dramatic rise of urban centers during the Song Dynasty (960-1279), and the intellectual anxieties that emerged alongside this rapid urbanization. By analyzing literary works, philosophical treatises, and historical accounts, the book examines [...]
Social Movements and the Politics of Debt
Transnational Resistance against Debt on Three Continents
Social Movements and the Politics of Debt examines the growing international resistance against debt burdens on individuals, communities, and nations. Drawing on case studies from across three continents, the book explores how social movements are challenging the power structures that create and perpetuate financial inequalities. It analyzes the strategies and tactics employed [...]
Land, Life, and Emotional Landscapes at the Margins of Bangladesh
Land, Life, and Emotional Landscapes at the Margins of Bangladesh explores the human cost of land dispossession in rural Bangladesh. Focusing on the struggles of indigenous farmers threatened by state projects, the book examines how land loss disrupts not only livelihoods but also cultural identities and emotional connections to the land. Through [...]
Colonial Objects in Early Modern Sweden and Beyond
Colonial Objects in Early Modern Sweden and Beyond traces the journey of objects from colonial contexts to Swedish Kunstkammern and modern museums, examining the complex legacy of colonialism and its implications for contemporary museum practices.
Contesting Authority
Social Movements and the Left in Portugal and Spain (2008-2015)
Contesting Austerity compares the contentious responses to austerity in Portugal and Spain between 2008 and 2015. The book explores how social movements and the left in these countries reacted to the austerity measures imposed by the European Union and the national governments. Recommended for: Scholars and students of social movement studies, sociology, [...]