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    This book retells the beloved biblical story of David, the young shepherd who bravely faced and defeated the fearsome Philistine giant, Goliath. David, a boy of tremendous faith, stands alone against this enormous foe, believing in the power and might of his God, while the entire army of Israel quivers in fear.This beautiful, triumphant story is written by Rosalind Edwards, a lover of everything ... Read more

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  • Mature Women Students

    Separating Of Connecting Family And Education

    First Published in 1993. At a time when more mature women are encouraged to enter higher education, this book investigates the effects that being a student has on women's family and social relationships. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, Mature Women Students draws on in-depth interviews with women of different ethnic backgrounds and social classes -all mothers and in long-term relationships ... Read more

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    Series series Social Sciences (R0)
    Drawing on research from the Timescapes Study, this volume discusses the life chances and experiences of children and young people, parents and older generations. A unique qualitative longitudinal study forms the basis for the chapter contributions, delivering policy-relevant findings to address individual and family lives over time. ... Read more

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    Series series Relationships and Resources
    Sibling Identity and Relationships explores the special place that siblings occupy in the lives of children and young people, providing new insights into sibling identity and relationships. Drawing on social constructionist and psychodynamic perspectives, it discusses who constitutes a sibling, emotional connections and separations, conflict and aggression and how siblings construct and conduct ... Read more

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  • Governing Families

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    Series series Routledge Advances in Sociology
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  • Qualitative Interviewing

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    Series series Bloomsbury Research Methods
    First published Open Access under a Creative Commons license as What is Qualitative Interviewing?, this title is now also available as part of the Bloomsbury Research Methods series.This book is a step-by-step guide for new and experienced social science researchers looking to use interviews in their projects. Rosalind Edwards and Janet Holland explain a range of interview types and practices, ... Read more

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  • Feminist Dilemmas in Qualitative Research

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    How can researchers produce work with relevance to theoretical and formal traditions and requirements of public academic knowledge while still remaining faithful to the experiences and accounts of research participants based in private settings? Feminist Dilemmas in Qualitative Research explores this key dilemma and examines the interplay between theory, epistemology and the detailed practice of ... Read more

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    This book brings together distinguished scholars, community college practitioners, and emerging leaders to expand upon existing theories, provide reflection on practice, and demonstrate the dynamic nature of community college internationalization. There is a special challenge for United States community colleges to move from selected international programs that impact a few students to sustainable ... Read more

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