Faculty Books

From the history of race and caste in Latin America to the role of music in religion around the world, Columbian College faculty publish numerous thought-provoking and timely titles every year. Their work has topped bestseller lists, inspired debate and dialogue and received positive reviews from high-profile outlets like the Los Angeles Review of Books and The New York Times.
 


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Divisions: A New History of Racism and Resistance in America's World War II Military

Guglielmo examines racism and resistance to racism in the military from enlisted personnel in the field to commanders in headquarters to civilian leaders in DC.

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Judaism and Violence

In this book, Religion's Robert Eisen explores the potential in Judaism to incite Jews to engage in violence against non-Jews.

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The PhD Parenthood Trap: Caught Between Work and Family in Academia

Co-author and professor Kerry F. Crawford reveals the realities of raising kids and suggests reforms to help support parents through their careers.

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25 Concepts in Modern Architecture: A Guide for Visual Thinkers

Designed to appeal to visual thinkers, Corcoran's Stephanie Travis and Catherine Anderson explore the fundamental ideas behind architectural design.

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News Hole: The Demise of Local Journalism and Political Engagement

This study by Political Science's Danny Hayes shows that the demise of local journalism has played a key role in the decline of civic engagement.

A Theory of Bioethics

A Theory of Bioethics

Philosophy's David DeGrazia provides a compelling bioethics theory with practical applications in issues like health care, abortion, animal research and more.

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Transnational Feminist Itineraries

Edited by WGSS Director Ashwini Tambe, this work demonstrates the ongoing importance of transnational feminist theory in challenging neoliberal globalization.

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Promoting Justice Across Borders: The Ethics of Reform Intervention

Lucia M. Rafanelli examines the full range of activities that qualify as reform intervention, understood as any attempt to promote justice in a foreign society.

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Crisis Averted: PR Strategies to Protect Your Reputation and the Bottom Line

Communications professor Evan Nierman explores the unpredictable world of crisis management and the decisions that make or break a company’s future.

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Shock to the System: Coups, Elections, and War on the Road to Democratization

Miller presents a theory of democratization that focuses on how events like coups, wars and elections disrupt autocratic regimes and trigger democratic change.