Oxford University Press

In most discussions and analyses of American teenage life, one major topic is curiously overlooked--religion. Yet most American teens say that religious faith is important in their lives. What is going on in the religious and spiritual lives of American teenagers? What do they actually believe? What religious practices do they engage in? Do they...

Drawing on examples from social work, psychology, literature, philosophy, and current events, vignettes highlight the turning points in our lives and invite students to explore the contradictions between how we mean to be and how others view us. The result is an essential book that bridges theory and practice, providing extraordinary insight into...

This book provides a state-of-the-art account of past and current research in the        interface between linguistics and law. It outlines the range of legal areas in which        linguistics plays an increasing role and describes the tools and approaches used by        linguists and lawyers in this vibrant new field. Through a combination of...

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The Science of Marijuana explains the remarkable advances that have been made in scientific research on cannabis with the discovery of specific receptors and naturally occurring cannabis-like substances in the brain. It provides an objective and up-to-date assessment of the scientific basis for the medical use of cannabis and what risks this may...

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