Sociology & Anthropology

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The Pull

The Pull

From: i-Minds, 2nd edition

The process of the medium, of i-tech itself, is what is attractive; it draws us in. And this draw, or pull effect, is what has the potential to alter behavior. For example, the central concept in … 9 $0.90 Add
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The Pursuit of Global Justice

The Pursuit of Global Justice

From: Is This the End of the Liberal International Order?

In this reading, human rights lawyer Payam Akhavan begins by recalling his experiences as a human rights lawyer in The Hague. He describes notable cases he was involved in and how it shaped his … 85 $10.20 Add
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The Quagmire of Mobility Tech
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The Quagmire of Mobility Tech

The Dream of the Smart City

From: Dream States

The Dream of the Smart City: Part 6 explores urban mobility. Topics discussed include electrification, transportation, bike-share programs, walkability, the use of public space, autonomous … 17 $1.70 Add
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The Quantum Universe, Chaos and Predictable Patterns

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The Quarantine of the Opium Eater, Notes on Getting Well
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The Quarantine of the Opium Eater, Notes on Getting Well

Dependence

From: On Opium

This chapter describes the author’s dependance on the (taken as prescribed) opiods, and how these allow her to work and enjoy life in three chunks of five hours throughout the day. The … 36 $3.60 Add
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Chapter 1

Chapter 1

The Quebec Question

From: Quebec in Question

A brief account of the political circumstances in Quebec in the late 1960s, and the emergence of separatist support among the francophone population. 10 $1.00 Add
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The Question in the Eyes of the Wolf

The Question in the Eyes of the Wolf

From: The Biology of Wonder

In this chapter, the author describes his journey to study the Ethiopian wolf; this story is the basis for Weber’s meditation on the connections between living beings. 21 $2.10 Add
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The Question of Social Order: Exploring the Duality of Law

The Question of Social Order: Exploring the Duality of Law

Introduction

From: Immigration and the Legalization of Racism

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Chapter 4

Chapter 4

The Quiet Conversation of a Colonized People

From: Quebec in Question

A brief survey of Quebec political, social and economic history from 1840 to 1945 22 $2.20 Add
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The Race Card: Conclusion

The Race Card: Conclusion

From: Frequently Asked White Questions

The conclusion reflects on countering the charge of “playing the race card” or the “gender card” or the “queer card” and so forth, reflecting on dismantling … ; 6 $0.60 Add
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The Racial Logics of Property

The Racial Logics of Property

From: Resisting Eviction

In this chapter, Crosby begins by examining the origins and historical evolution of property relations in Canada’s national capital region, outlining some of the colonial tools deployed to … 10 $1.00 Add
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The Racialized Other and the Opium Act: The Early 1900s

The Racialized Other and the Opium Act: The Early 1900s

From: Heroin

This chapter examines socially constructed definitions of "good" vs "bad" drugs and narcotic prohibition in Canada. The unequal enforcement of drug laws and how this impacts … 18 $1.80 Add
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The Rational-Humanist Roots of Equality Feminism

The Rational-Humanist Roots of Equality Feminism

From: Women and Work

The author examines the historical roots of the equality feminist perspective, highlighting how education and work has been traditionally gendered. 21 $2.10 Add
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The Reactive Customer

The Reactive Customer

From: Charging Ahead

This chapter looks at Hydro-Quebec’s customers and their perception of H-Q. ; 18 $1.80 Add
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The Readable City
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The Readable City

From: Messy Cities

Shawn Micallef explores how visually messy cities are easily understood by walking the streets themselves, and draws on examples from Berlin, Toronto, and other major cities across the world. 6 $0.60 Add