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An urgent examination of the world barrelling toward a new Cold War, from a scholar on the diplomatic front lines

Stuart Gordon's interviews reveal the provocative spirit and intellectual depth behind his influential horror films like Re-Animator and From Beyond. Spanning fifty years, this collection features thirty-six candid discussions that illuminate his early influences, the founding of Chicago's Organic Theatre, and his seamless transition into filmmaking. Gordon reflects on his diverse body of work, including science fiction and fantasy, and explores how his horror narratives often serve as sociopolitical critiques, showcasing his unique approach to cinema.

A novel imagining what is like to enter Paradise

In this book, the editors focus on architecture and communication from various different perspectives – taking into account that the term “architecture” is used for buildings as well as in the context of computer software. Data and software also impact on our cities; raw data, however, do not convey any information – in order to generate information and communication they have to be organized and must make sense to the reader. The contributions avoid clear separation of the various communication spheres of their disciplines. Instead, they use the wide range of approaches to explore meanings – an ambitious aim that leaves the destination wide open; the reader is invited to share in this adventure.

The Facilitator's Guide to Participatory Decision Making provides the tools to put our democratic values into practice in groups and organizations. It is a fabulous how-to manual designed to help groups increase participation and collaboration, honor diversity, and make effective, participatory decisions. Loaded with graphics, guidelines and hand outs, The Facilitator's Guide to Participatory Decision Making covers the mechanics of group decision making, closure, building realistic agendas, surviving the groan zone, finding win-win solutions, and more! It features an exciting new model of participatory decision-making that will help group members learn to make effective, timely decisions that each member understands. It is perfect for managers wanting a more inclusive decision-making structure, for participants struggling to overcome poor group dynamics, for seasoned practitioners wanting to improve their skills at helping groups decide, and for students of working group dynamics. The authors all work with Community at Work which specializes in the dynamics of participatory groups. They are based in San Francisco, CA.

Why Meetings Are Important - What Goes Wrong at Meetings - The Case for a Group Memory - How to Find Win/Win Solutions - A Summary of the Interaction Method - How to Be a Good Facilitator - How to Be a Good Recorder - How to Be a Good Group Member - How the Boss Stays Boss - How to Plan Your Meeting - What Type of Meeting Are You Going to Hold? - Who Should Attend Your Meeting? - How Many People Should Attend? - How to Make Meeting Rooms Work - How to Put It All Together: The Agenda - Solving Problems in Groups: The Tools - How to Make a Presentation - How to Introduce the Interaction Method into Your Organization - How to Train Yourself.