Genre - Text - Interpretation

This book presents current discussions on the concept of genre. It introduces innovative, multidi...

Talk in Interaction

Talk in interaction - Comparative dimensions is a collection of current conversation analytical w...

Strategies of Sanity and Survival

Natural disasters have long been a neglected subject in the study of history. At most they have b...

On the Legacy of Lutheranism in Finland

Continued Violence and Troublesome Pasts

In most European countries, the horrific legacy of 1939-1945 has made it difficult to remember th...

Personal Agency at the Swedish Age of Greatness 1560-1720

Personal Agency at the Swedish Age of Greatness 1560-1720 provides fresh insights into the state-...

The Springs of Democracy

During the First World War, conflicts between the people's sacrifices and their political partici...

Mysterious Minds

Marja-Liisa Vartio (1924-1966) is considered one of the foremost innovators of consciousness repr...

Mythic Discourses

Mythic discourses in the present day show how vernacular heritage continues to function and be va...

Fashion Meets Socialism

The Soviet Union was not renowned for its fashionable clothing. However, after the World War II t...

Dynamic Finland

Finland celebrated its 85th year of independence in 2002. It is one of the thirteen countries of ...

Divine Rulers in a Secular State

In present-day Africa chiefs interact fluently with modern states, international organizations, a...