Bøker utgitt av Yale University Press

As the first legal mass party of the left in Brazil's recent history, the Workers' Party has reflected and contributed to the country's transition from military rule to democracy. Keck describes its origins and formative years in the context of the growing political opposition to military rule.

Illness and instability in high office have often shaped the course of world events. Drawing on examples from around the world - including George III, Adolf Hitler and Ronald Reagan - this book aims to reveal how mortal illness can affect a leader's decisions and judgement.

Examines benevolent work performed by middle- and upper-middle-class American women from the 1820s to 1885 and offers a new interpretation of the shifting political contexts and meanings of this long tradition of women's reform activism.

Presents a survey of Russian literature from its beginnings in the 11th century to modern times. The author argues that Russian literature has reflected, defined and shaped the nation's beliefs and goals. He sets his survey against a background of social, political and religious developments.

This work tells the story of a secret love affair between two of the most prominent philosophers of the 20th century, Hannah Arendt and Martin Heidegger. It aims to shed light on both individuals, challenging the image of Heidegger as an austere thinker, and Arendt as an independent personality.

From ninth-century Kievan Rus through World War II, 34 maps and associated commentary detail political, geographical, and historical evolution of Russian state and peoples. An atlas to be welcomed by every student of Eastern Rurope.--Choice

An agenda of basic questions about the impact of social science and research on real life problems, and how social scientists are often crippled by a misunderstanding of their own trade.

An account of the Dutch golden age of the 17th century, when the country enjoyed economic success, world power, and tremendous artistic output. It explores the reasons for its success in trade and industry, and the ways that art played a role in the innovative climate of the times.

Between 1830 and 1886, Liberals dominated British politics. Focusing on the strategies of successive Liberal leaders, this study gives an overview of that dominance and argues that liberalism was a much more coherent force than has generally been recognized by historians.

Chinese history, institutions, and thought from 500 BC to 1949, with particular emphasis on sociology and economic history of ancient China.

A reference for divorcing parents, lawyers, and social workers. By a leading expert on child-support, practising attorney, U.S. Senator, former attorney general of Connecticut, and candidate for Vice President.