“tim lewens”

From airport security to nuclear power and safety on trains to public health scares, debates about risk are rarely out of the headlines. How can we determine an acceptable level of risk? Should these decisions be made by experts, or by the people they affect? How should safety and security be balanc... More

Charles Darwin (1809-1882) is best known as a biologist and natural historian rather than a philosopher. However, in this invaluable book, Tim Lewens shows in a clear and accessible manner how important Darwin is for philosophy and how his work has shaped and challenged the very nature of the subjec... More

In "Organisms and Artifacts," Tim Lewens investigates the analogical use of the language of design in evolutionary biology. Uniquely among the natural sciences, biology uses descriptive and explanatory terms more suited to artifacts than organisms. When biologists discuss, for example, the purpose o... More

Tim Phillips' book provides us with deeper insight into this knockoff economy which he so aptly calls a criminal empire of hugeproportions'-Michael Danet, Secretary-General, World Customs Organisation'Tim Phillips explores different aspects of the modern global counterfeiting crime wave and presents... More

All organizations who are looking to improve performance through embracing new ideas, work in new ways, create new products and services, challenge the status quo or redefine their existing business environment have much to gain from this book. 'Innovating at the Edge' not only provides readers with... More

From the acclaimed host of "Meet the Press" and bestselling author of "Big Russ and Me" comes a celebration of fathers, fatherhood, and the bond between child and parent. Photos & drawings throughout.What does it" "really mean to be a good father? What did your father tell you, that has stayed with ... More

As business becomes increasingly global, it becomes increasingly important to speak the language of global business. This book offers a comprehensive guide to the important terms used around the world in all aspects of business.... More

Pocket MBA aimed at three main groups of people : those who are thinking og going to a business school, those who have never had the time or opportunity to do so, and those who already have an MBA and want to up date themselves on new developments in the field.... More