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Europe’s Populist Condition

Challenging the notion that populism is an anomaly in European politics, this book argues that its nationalist rhetoric is embedded within European democratic traditions. By exposing the injustices inherent in the European nation-state, the book makes a bold case: true politics of solidarity cannot coexist with this flawed political legacy.

Bristol Uni Press

Pathways to Political Candidacy for Minoritized Women in Ireland

From Exclusion to Inclusion

This groundbreaking book provides an account of how Traveller and other minoritized women understand, assess and experience local politics in Ireland. Drawing from a comparative analysis of minoritised women and politics from the USA, UK, and beyond, the book offers valuable lessons for fostering political inclusion.

Bristol Uni Press

The Emotions of Social Workers

How Reflecting on Feelings Can Enhance Practice

Emotions are central to our humanity and yet, when it comes to social work, ‘difficult’ emotions like shame, anger and disgust are often dismissed as unprofessional. This book explores how embracing all emotions can enhance practice, prevent emotional burnout and strengthen motivation.

Policy Press

Life and Labour

Contested Occupation and Meaningful Alienation

Bristol Uni Press

Lost in Transition

Stories of Post-Cold War Poland

This book examines the contradictions in the post-socialist transition in Eastern Europe. Focusing on organizations and the world of paid work, it uses Poland as a case study to explore the hidden consequences of the transition and its broader relevance for both Eastern Europe and the West.

Bristol Uni Press

City Agency and Global Governance

A Study of Migration City Diplomacy

This timely book shows how the international diplomacy efforts of Bristol, UK and Montreal, Canada have been shaped by their strong history of migrant inclusion. Exploring co-dependent globalisation and urbanisation, this book will help students and scholars better understand the role of cities in global governance.

Bristol Uni Press

Everyday Constructions of Identity and Belonging

Narratives of Difference in Chad

Using Chad as a case study, this book uses ordinary citizens’ opinions of military intervention as a lens to examine state-society dynamics and identity formation. By shifting focus to everyday perspectives, it presents a groundbreaking approach to understanding identity as a shared, evolving process between citizens and elites.

Bristol Uni Press

Understanding Digital Responsibilities

Available open access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence. How can we make the digital world safer and more accountable? This book delivers a cutting-edge framework for digital responsibility, offering case studies and insights for policy makers, practitioners and academics.

Bristol Uni Press

What Are Nuclear Weapons For?

Patricia Shamai traces the history of nuclear weapons from their first use in 1945 through the Cold War to the ominous nuclear landscape today. She shows how they have been a deterrent by raising the stakes of war and thereby reducing the chances of conflict, but this depends on the world’s reaction and ongoing vigilance.

Bristol Uni Press

How to Succeed at Collaborative Research

A Practical Guide for Teams

Collaboration is the key to solving global challenges, but are research groups trained in the team dynamics that drive success? This book offers practical strategies to strengthen team dynamics, foster innovation and meet funder expectations. It’s an indispensable guide for researchers in any discipline.

Bristol Uni Press

Lawyer 3.0

A Guide to Next-Wave Lawyering

Today, new technologies are creating an even newer version of the profession—Lawyer 3.0—that could be more affordable and effective than the one that currently exists. This work not only describes this phenomenon but shows how lawyers cannot just survive but thrive in this new reality.

Bristol Uni Press

Under Investigation

Transforming Disciplinary Practice in the Workplace

While employee relations investigations are important for managing workplace issues, there is growing evidence of the harm they can cause to individuals involved. This book proposes a shift in mindset that prioritises employee wellbeing alongside the application of the process, aiming to reduce harm and create healthier work environments.

Bristol Uni Press