Featured Monthly Releases – July 2026

This July, explore a collection of thought-provoking new titles that address philosophy, politics, healthcare, culture and sustainable development. Our featured releases offer fresh perspectives on some of today’s most pressing global questions.

• Wittgenstein and Popular Culture

This edited volume explores how Wittgenstein’s philosophy offers a distinctive approach to the study of popular culture, bridging philosophy and cultural studies. Through essays examining film, television, comics, detective fiction and fandom, it demonstrates how conceptual analysis can provide fresh perspectives on cultural criticism. The book also considers Wittgenstein’s lasting influence within popular culture itself, making it a valuable resource for scholars of philosophy, media and cultural studies. 

• Traditional African Bonesetters and Western Medical Practitioners

This interdisciplinary study examines the relationship between traditional African bone-setting practices and Western orthopaedic medicine across several African countries. Drawing on interviews, ethnobotanical research and case studies, it explores the cultural, social and medical tensions between these two healthcare systems. The book offers important insights into patient care, traditional knowledge and the challenges of integrating different approaches to medicine.

• This is Not the End of Theory: Critical Perspectives on the Humanities in Dark Times

This collection examines the growing challenges posed by antitheory movements within the humanities and higher education. It argues that critical theory remains essential for interpretation, intellectual enquiry and academic freedom, while warning against efforts to marginalise theoretical approaches. The book offers a compelling defence of critical thinking as a foundation of contemporary scholarship. 

• The Politicization of Gender: Far-Right Strategies in European Politics

This monograph explores how far-right political parties in Europe use gender narratives to advance nationalist and exclusionary agendas. Focusing on Italy and the Netherlands, it combines discourse analysis with empirical data to examine the intersections of gender, identity, race and migration. The book provides valuable insights into contemporary European politics and the growing influence of gender in political mobilisation.

• The Future of Industrialization

This volume examines how industrial development must evolve to address technological change, climate challenges and global inequality. Bringing together contributions from policymakers, industry leaders and academics, it explores themes including sustainability, digitalisation, clean energy and resilient supply chains. Offering global case studies and policy perspectives, the book presents a framework for building a more inclusive and sustainable industrial future. 

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