Monday, September 21, 2009

The Cambridge companion to Jung


Title: The Cambridge companion to Jung

Author: Polly Young-Eisendrath, Terence Dawson

Pages: 378

Call Number: BF109.J8 C36 1997

Synopsis: This new edition represents a wide-ranging and up to date critical introduction to the psychology of Carl Jung, one of the founders of psychoanalysis. Including two new essays and thorough revisions of most of the original chapters, it constitutes a radical new assessment of his legacy. Andrew Samuels's introduction succinctly articulates the challenges facing the Jungian community. The fifteen essays set Jung in the context of his own time, outline the current practice and theory of Jungian psychology and show how Jungians continue to question and evolve his thinking and apply it to aspects of modern culture and psychoanalysis. The volume includes a full chronology of Jung's life and work, extensively revised and up to date bibliographies, a case study and a glossary. It is an indispensable reference tool for both students and specialists, written by an international team of Jungian analysts and scholars from various disciplines. -- Retrieved from Books in Print, 9/21/09.

Chance or Dance: An Evaluation of Design




Author: Jimmy H. Davis, Harry L. Poe


Pages: 236


Call Number: BL240.3 .D37 2008


Synopsis: Chance or Dance An Evaluation of Design is a revised edition of Designer Universe (Broadman & Holman Publishers, 2002), which sold out in its first edition and has been out of print since 2005. The book, which provides an overview of design and clarification of the controversial Intelligent Design Movement, has been edited and expanded in light of recent developments in the ID debate. As the controversy over Intelligent Design has grown over the past few years, there has been a tendency to confuse all statements about design with the Intelligent Design Movement, and to confuse any affirmation of creation with Scientific Creationism, Davis and Poe point out. They begin with a brief historical perspective of the design argument and then examine the major breakthroughs in cosmology, math and physics, and chemistry and biology that have provided renewed speculation in design. They have added new material that shows that the idea of design is far more expansive than the ID movements version of it a discussion of Dawkins interpretation of genetic determinism; a chapter that explores the tendency since Darwin to assume that the presence of an observable cause excludes the possibility of divine involvement; and further reflections on wonder and awe that take into account the recent surge of interest in this area. Their study concludes with an argument for the correlation of faith and sensory experience and with the suggestion that science has been successful at describing processes, but has failed at explaining origins. Chance or Dance is ideal for students and general readers interested in understanding how modern science gives evidence for the creation of nature by the God of the Bible. -- Retrieved from Books in Print 9/21/09.

Acts and Ethics


Title: Acts and Ethics


Author: Thomas E. Philips


Pages: 176


Call Number: BS2625.52 .P45 2005


Synopsis: This volume, the fruit of the sessions on the Book of Acts at the Annual Meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature, in San Antonio, Texas, in November 2004, contains these papers: Robert C. Tannehill, 'Do the Ethics of Acts Include the Ethical Teaching in Luke?' C. Kavin Rowe, 'Authority and Community: Lukan Dominium in Acts' F. Scott Spencer, 'Wise Up, Young Man: The Moral Vision of Saul and Other "Neaniskoi" in Acts' Stanley E. Porter, 'The Genre of Acts and the Ethics of Discourse' Robert L. Brawley, 'Identity and the Aim of an Accomplished Life in Acts' Matthew L. Skinner, 'The Importance of Paul's Custody in Acts 21-28 for Determining Luke's Sociopolitical Vision' Thomas E. Phillips, 'Paul as Role Model in Acts' Richard Paul Thompson, '"What Do You Think You Are Doing, Paul?" Synagogues, Accusations, and Ethics in Paul's Ministry in Acts 16-21' Pamela Kinlaw, '"Devout and God-Fearing": Cornelius, Pacifism, and Just War -- Retrieved from Books in Print, 9/21/09.

A Corporate Solution to Global Poverty: How Multinationals Can Help the Poor and Invigorate Their Own Legitimacy




Author: George Lodge, Craig WIlson


Pages: 198


Call Number: HD60.5.D44 L63 2006


Synopsis: "Extreme poverty threatens the very underpinnings of our ever-shrinking world. George Lodge and Craig Wilson argue that corporations must lead the fight against global poverty. Their idea of a World Development Corporation will provoke heated discussion-and, I hope, constructive action-in corporate boardrooms and the broader international development community."--Peter D. Bell, President and CEO, CARE""A Corporate Solution to Global Poverty" is a fresh and original approach to the economics and ethics of globalization. Invoking the crisis in corporate legitimacy, the authors of this stimulating book argue persuasively that the reduction of world poverty would restore legitimacy to multinational corporate life. Along the way, readers will absorb much interesting nformation about the global state of play and the presentation of a prospective solution."--Arthur Schlesinger, Jr., Pulitzer Prize-winning historian"In an attempt to reduce global poverty, some focus on rock concerts, others on macroeconomic theory, others build ever larger bureaucracies. Lodge and Wilson do not hesitate to dissect, deconstruct, and devour ideologies, policies, and institutions that have promised a lot and delivered very little. They provide an alternative answer, one that is clear, hard-headed, obvious, and mostly ignored; business is and will remain the driving part of the equation. If you are interested in results, this is an entertaining and smart book. If you are a theoretician you are likely to become increasingly unhappy as you confront a great deal of common sense delivered with passion and humor."--Juan Enriguez, President of Synthetic Genomics and author of "As The Future CatchesYou""George Lodge and Craig Wilson offer a fascinating review of the fast changing role of big business and its relations with the international community and civil society. The authors comprehensively outline the increasingly complex relationships that multinationals must manage in the face of increased demands to do more than just make profit."--Frannie L?autier, Vice President, World Bank Institute"A very well written book on an important subject. It will reach a broad audience."-- Retrieved from Books in Print, 9/21/09.

The Life and Ministry of William Booth




Author: Roger Lancelyn Green


Pages: 304


Call Number: BX9743.B7 G74 2005


Synopsis: Church History/TheologyThroughout his life, William Booth sought to minister to the least, the last, and the lost. Booth, together with his wife Catherine,?nbsp;founded and organized the world-wide?nbsp;mission that is still known as?nbsp;The Salvation Army.?nbsp;Booth's?nbsp;focus on the poor and marginalized comes directly from his theological convictions and his relationship with the Methodist movement in Great Britain, particularly his understanding of John Wesley's doctrine of sanctification and emphasis on social activism.?nbsp;This grounding was the matrix from which Booth?nbsp;transformed his world."Dr. Roger J. Green has written a bold, insightful biography of a remarkable man whose legacy continues today in?nbsp;more than?nbsp;one hundred countries of the world. This portrait of an imperfect but dedicated leader will illumine readers and awaken them to a new understanding of William Booth as a thoroughly biblical Christian and adaptable pioneer with a heart that burned for God."Lt. Colonel Marlene Chase, Editor in Chief, Literary Secretary, The Salvation Army National Headquarters"Roger Green brilliantly shows how the life of William Booth was shaped by: (1) the early Methodists in England and their commitment to both personal and social holiness, (2) his own poverty,?nbsp;and (3) the organizational genius of John Wesley. This is a valuable book?nbsp;that underscores the link between The Salvation Army and the worldwide Methodist family.?nbsp;It can only deepen our kinship and strengthen our resolve to more closely work together!"George H. Freeman,?nbsp; General Secretary, World Methodist Council"This biographical study by Roger Green is a wonderfully textured and theologically sensitive portrait of General William Booth. May it?nbsp;enable?nbsp; readers to recognize and?nbsp;emulate Booth's synthesis of vital Christian piety and active social service." ?nbsp;Paul W. Chilcote, Professor of Historical Theology & Wesleyan Studies, Asbury Theological Seminary, Orlando, Florida"Roger Green gives us remarkable and unprecedented insight into the life?nbsp;of the founder of The Salvation Army, William Booth.?nbsp;His scholarship carefully documents?nbsp;the powerful influence of John Wesley and Wesley's Methodist legacy?nbsp;on General Booth's?nbsp;life, theology, and world-wide ministry.?nbsp;Green?nbsp;gives us a balanced and provocative look into the strengths and?nbsp;flaws of this very human soldier-saint, illuminating the?nbsp;Wesleyan DNA of?nbsp;Booth's legacy,?nbsp;The Salvation Army."Jonathan S. Raymond, Ph.D., President and Vice Chancellor, William & Catherine Booth College, Winnipeg, Manitoba, CanadaRoger J. Green is Professor and Chair of Biblical and Theological Studies at Gordon College in Wenham, Massachusetts. He is co-editor of Word and Deed: A Journal of Salvation Army Theology and Ministry . Dr.Green is also a member of the Salvation Army International Doctrine Council. -- Retrieved from Books in Print, 9/21/09.

Detecting Lies and Deceit: Pitfalls and Opportunities

Title: Detecting Lies and Deceit: Pitfalls and Opportunities

Author: Aldert Vrij

Pages: 504

Synopsis: Why do people lie? Do gender and personality differences affect how people lie? How can lies be detected?Detecting Lies and Deceit provides the most comprehensive review of deception to date. This revised edition provides an up-to-date account of deception research and discusses the working and efficacy of the most commonly used lie detection tools, including: Behaviour Analysis Interview Statement Validity Assessment Reality Monitoring Scientific Content Analysis Several different polygraph tests Voice Stress Analysis Thermal Imaging EEG-P300 Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)All three aspects of deception are covered: nonverbal cues, speech and written statement analysis and (neuro)physiological responses. The most common errors in lie detection are discussed and practical guidelines are provided to help professionals improve their lie detection skills.Detecting Lies and Deceit is a must-have resource for students, academics and professionals in psychology, criminology, policing and law. -- Retrieved from Books in Print, 9/21/09.

The Differentiated School: Making Revolutionary Changes in Teaching and Learning




Author: Carol Ann Tomlinson, Kay Brimijoin, Lane Narvaez


Pages: 239


Call Number: LB1031 .T652 2008


Synopsis: Administrators and teachers alike will find viable ideas and answers to questions as leaders at two schools share milestones and vignettes from their real-life experiences in converting entire faculties to this dynamic approach to teaching and learning. -- Retrieved from Books in Print, 9/21/09.