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Hebrew Biblical narratives are sparing in their portrayal of character, leaving much to the reader. Here scholars assume the identities of some biblical characters, using clues in the text, their own exegetical skills and knowledge of the biblical world, and their imaginations to fill in the gaps.

"Simultaneously published in the USA and Canada"--T.p. verso.

How can you develop your students' science understanding whilst helping them really enjoy the subject? How does science help grow children's creativity? This book offers ideas to involve your students and demonstrate the potential of creative teaching to develop children's knowledge, skills, understanding and attitudes.

Examines the political and military history of Rome and its empire in the Ciceronian and Augustan ages. This book covers the lives of women and slaves, the running of the empire and the lives of provincials, and religion, culture and propaganda in the period of 82BC-AD14. It is suitable for the students of Roman history.

Addresses the need for increasing multi-agency capacity in schools, as the success of initiatives such as 'Every Child Matters' or 'personalised learning' depends on teachers understanding the challenges faced by young people in learning effectively and happily in their school. This book is suitable for students of education.

Offers an analysis, grounded both in philosophical argument and empirical evidence, of what history does in contemporary culture.

Helps teaching staff in designing, developing and adapting a course. This book covers important areas in course design, using illustrative examples, case studies, checklists, action points and general advice.

Written for those in leadership roles in schools and those studying leadership on government and university courses, this textbook provides a framework that should help schools to meet the dynamic conditions in which they must operate while responding to current pressures and demands.

This revised edition of a popular text takes into account new Government initiatives on competency frameworks to guide the development of teachers and those in middle and senior management.

From abolla (a thick woollen cloak) to zostra (a type of decorated hairband) this encyclopedia contains a vast amount of information about dress in the classical world. As well as practical information about garments jewellery and so on, it also covers social attitudes towards clothing, with entries on social status and gender.

Looking at history and theory, this book draws on works of French and German philosophy, some of which are unknown to the English-speaking world. It spells out, what it is like to live in a historicized world, where any event is presented as historical as, or even before, it happens. It is recommended for both students and general readers.