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  • An Introduction to the Sociology of Rural Development

    by Norman Long ...
    Series series Routledge Revivals
    Social change that occurs with rural development in the developing world is as important as economic change. But all too often economic aspects of development have been stressed without due regard to the sociological dimension. In this book, originally published in 1977, Norman Long uses empirical studies by sociologists and social anthropologists as a focus for his discussions of general ... Read more

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  • Development Sociology

    Actor Perspectives

    by Norman Long ...
    In this exciting and challenging work, Norman Long brings together years of work and thought in development studies to provide a key text for guiding future development research and practice.Using case studies and empirical material from Africa and Latin America, Development Sociology focuses on the theoretical and methodological foundations of an actor-oriented and social constructionist form of ... Read more

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  • Family and Work in Rural Societies

    Perspectives on Non-Wage Labour

    Edited by Norman Long ...
    Series series Routledge Revivals
    Drawing on data from rural communities both within and outside Europe, the contributors to this volume, originally published in 1984, examine the character and significance of non-wage forms of labour – for example unpaid household agricultural and domestic work and inter-household or community-level labour exchanges. Two central themes are explored. First, the question of the ‘survival’ of non ... Read more

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  • Battlefields of Knowledge

    The Interlocking of Theory and Practice in Social Research and Development

    Edited by Norman Long, Ann Long ...
    Series series Routledge Revivals
    Originally published in 1992, this book is an original contribution to overcoming the impasse of ‘totalizing’ theories in the sociology of development by arguing for an actor-oriented approach to the analysis of social change. Such an approach entails the development of theoretically grounded methods of research that allow for the elucidation of actors’ interpretations and strategies, and of how ... Read more

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  • Anthropology, Development and Modernities

    Exploring Discourse, Counter-Tendencies and Violence

    Edited by Alberto Arce, Norman Long ...
    While the diffusion of modernity and the spread of development schemes may bring prosperity, optimism and opportunity for some, for others it has brought poverty, a deterioration in quality of life and has given rise to violence. This collection brings an anthropological perspective to bear on understanding the diverse modernities we face in the contemporary world. It provides a critical review of ... Read more

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  • Peasant Cooperation and Capitalist Expansion in Central Peru

    Edited by Norman Long, Bryan R. Roberts ...
    Series series LLILAS Latin American Monograph Series
    This book brings together the research into regional development and social change carried out in highland Peru by a team of British and Latin American social anthropologists and sociologists. The area studied—the Mantaro Valley of central Peru—is one of the most densely populated and economically differentiated of highland zones; it is also notable for its community-based forms of cooperation and ... Read more

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  • THE WONDER WOMAN

    This was the customary tenor of my conversation with Joey as we sat before our fire of pine knots of an evening. The lad would point out to me queer kaleidoscopic creatures he saw deep in the heart of the pine fire; but his young eyes never saw the face I beheld there, and so I was obliged to describe my wonder woman to him. It was not strange that Joey should share my confidence in this fashion. ... Read more

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  • The Wonder Woman

    “DO you see her now, Mr. David?” I nodded, pointing into the coals. “I see a lion, and an old witch, and a monkey. I don’t see any woman.” “There! There!” I cried. “She’s just going through the postern gate. Oh, she’s gone, lad! Never mind! Next time you may see her.” “And is she prettier’n Wanza, Mr. David?” “Perhaps not prettier,” I responded. “Wanza looking out from beneath the pink-lined ... Read more

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  • The wonder woman

    Unveiling the feminist spirit in a captivating tale of courage, defiance, and self-discovery

    In "The Wonder Woman," Mae Van Norman Long crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines elements of magical realism with profound social commentary. Set against a backdrop of contemporary society, the novel explores themes of identity, empowerment, and the complexities of femininity. Long'Äôs lyrical prose is marked by vivid imagery and rich character development, inviting readers into a world ... Read more

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  • For Love Alone

    One woman's obsession with love and fate leads her to unexpected truths about passion, sexuality, and power in 1930s LondonDriven by a belief in love above all else, Teresa Hawkins leaves her life in Australia and moves to London in search of her destiny. After years of emotional distance within her family, and despite her naïveté of the vagaries of heartache, Teresa dedicates her life to the ... Read more

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  • Collected Short Stories

    Fourteen classic short stories by the prolific English author, poet, playwright, essayist and literary critic D. H. Lawrence. Contains the stories: • Mother and Daughter • Her Turn • Rawdon’s Roof • Strike-Pay • Things • A Modern Lover • The Old Adam • The Mortal Coil • The Blue Moccasins • The Witch a la Mode • Love Among the Haystacks • The Overtone • The Princess • New Eve and Old Adam ... Read more

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