University of Toronto Press

07/22/2024

Michael Burger’s latest edition of his renowned Western civilization book is here to elevate your learning experience. Whether you’re a student or a history buff, you’ll love the:

Comprehensive coverage of the Neolithic Revolution, the Crusades, and the conquest of the Americas. New and improved maps to visualize historical events better. Clear, engaging narrative in a straightforward, affordable format.

“This is a book for those instructors who believe that the goal of teaching history is not to impart knowledge but to provoke their students to a certain way of thinking.”
Oren Falk, Cornell University

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07/22/2024

Read editor Jack Fong's blog post for a behind-the-scenes look at Reconfiguring Global Societies in the Pre-Vaccination Phase of the COVID-19 Pandemic: https://bit.ly/4f1gvGV

Educating the Body presents a history of physical education in Canada, shedding light on its major advocates, innovators, and institutions.

07/22/2024

The Cause of Art reveals how curators and visual artists fought for control of a provincial art gallery during a cultural revival.

Read the full blog post by Jeff A. Webb, here: https://bit.ly/3RLSPfw

Educating the Body presents a history of physical education in Canada, shedding light on its major advocates, innovators, and institutions.

07/19/2024

With summer in full swing, many Toronto residents are escaping to the retreats of their lakeside cottages.

Richard White, author of The Beaches, writes about his observation of cottages and houses in the iconic east- neighbourhood: https://bit.ly/4eM1Jn7

Educating the Body presents a history of physical education in Canada, shedding light on its major advocates, innovators, and institutions.

07/19/2024

“A compelling account of the chaotic development of a beloved urban neighbourhood. The book ranges over topics such as land speculation, recreation, house-building styles, individual enterprise, and the evolution of a sense of community. A thoughtful book that makes delightful reading.”
Roberto Perin, Professor Emeritus of History, York University

Utilizing a wide range of archival records, including council minutes, plans of subdivision, newspapers, public land records, city directories, assessment rolls, and historical photographs – as well as the present-day landscape – The Beaches reveals the various forces, public and private, local and international, that shaped this cherished urban neighbourhood.

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07/19/2024

“We need to be even more serious about preventing the problem by doing our part to lower emissions,” author of SOLVED: How the World’s Great Cities Are Fixing the Climate Crisis, David Miller said in an interview with National Observer about the recent rainfall & flooding in Toronto.

"Extreme weather is going to become more and more frequent as the climate warms, so even existing systems will have a hard time keeping up with these increasingly intense storms."

Read here: https://bit.ly/4bVTXV8

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Experts and advocates say a combination of climate change, outdated infrastructure and policy gaps are to blame for the severe flooding that shut down roads, critical buildings and services.

07/19/2024

Join University of Toronto Press to celebrate the launch of The Beaches: Creation of a Toronto Neighbourhood by Richard White.

The event will begin with an introduction from Barbara Myrvold, followed by a conversation between Christopher Moore and Richard White.

Copies of The Beaches will be available for sale.

Where: Beach United Church
When: July 30th, 6:30-7:30 PM

Register here: https://bit.ly/3zsWGb1

07/19/2024

“Stephen Brooks, Donald E. Abelson, and Melissa Haussman have written a superb textbook about the American government. The updated version provides students with a comprehensive, accessible, and up-to-date overview for understanding the workings of the American political system, including the key institutions, actors, and processes shaping decision making and outcomes.”
Zheger Hassan, Adjunct Professor of Political Science, University of Western Ontario

Pick up your copy here: https://bit.ly/3Tt5Xr8

07/18/2024

Unlock the secrets of successful innovation with Alberto Galasso's comprehensive guide, The Management of Innovation.

Explore the latest research findings and learn how to make strategic decisions that drive technological advancement and business growth. A must-read for entrepreneurs and corporate managers!

Read a free excerpt: https://bit.ly/3u3hGD2
Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

07/18/2024

“This rich, impressively comprehensive yet acute selection of texts allows student and scholar alike to explore the complexities of the subject by providing focused insights into the widest range of perspectives on crusading across a millennium and a half from its ideological origins to its cultural, material, and political contexts, from the actions and thoughts of its supporters, opponents, and victims to its toxic afterlife in the modern world. A fine achievement.” Christopher Tyerman, University of Oxford

The third edition features a new introduction that includes a guide for students on how to use the book. The editors have also added more content on women, material culture, Jewish and Byzantine perspectives, Muslim-Crusader interactions, and modern use of Crusade imagery and rhetoric by the Far Right.

07/18/2024

Coerced Liberation offers unique insights into the shifts in behaviour and attitudes surrounding the Soviet emancipation of women in the Muslim periphery, Tajikistan.

Listen/Read the full blog post by UTP author Zamira Abman, here: https://bit.ly/3LdnC1n

Educating the Body presents a history of physical education in Canada, shedding light on its major advocates, innovators, and institutions.

07/17/2024

Read editor Jack Fong's blog post for a behind-the-scenes look of Reconfiguring Global Societies in the Pre-Vaccination Phase of the COVID-19 Pandemic: https://bit.ly/4f1gvGV

Educating the Body presents a history of physical education in Canada, shedding light on its major advocates, innovators, and institutions.

07/17/2024

“What Works, What Doesn’t (and When) offers invaluable insights into the challenges of translating and scaling behaviorally informed interventions. Packed with practical advice and compelling case studies, its chapters shed new light on both the potential and limits of behavioral science as a tool for solving pressing problems.”
Katy Milkman, James G. Dinan Professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of How to Change

The latest book in the Behaviourally Informed Organizations series, What Works, What Doesn’t (and When) presents a collection of studies in applied behavioral research with a behind-the-scenes look at how the project actually unfolded.

07/17/2024

“A foundational resource for those seeking to understand the multifaceted nature of managing technological innovation.” Karim R. Lakhani, Dorothy & Michael Hintze Professor of Business Administration and Chair of the Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute, Harvard Business School

Pick up The Management of Innovation by Alberto Galasso here: bit.ly/3Oa9t6H Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

07/17/2024

“Next time you’re riding near a bookstore, zip in and pick up a copy.” Laura Robinson, journalist, and author of Cyclist BikeList: The Book for Every Rider

Read a free excerpt: https://bit.ly/3QHzATX

07/16/2024

“The mayors of the world’s great cities are acting on because they must.”

The new paperback edition of Solved highlights how cities are adopting initiatives to combat the .

Order today: http://bit.ly/3SUsPhJ

07/16/2024

Tye Farrow's Constructing Health is a must-read for architects, designers, and anyone interested in creating healthier spaces. Gain insights into the measurable design qualities that enhance well-being and improve human performance.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3tY4mj9

07/16/2024

“The Politics of Ontario presents chapters with a good overall feel of diversity of thought and objectivity. This new edition is an excellent resource in an area in which there is relatively little current materials in the political science literature.”
Robert Jonasson, Western University

Completely refreshed from the earlier edition, it emphasizes the evolution of Ontario and key public policy challenges facing the province. In doing so, The Politics of Ontario provides readers with a thorough understanding of this complicated province.

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07/16/2024

Uncover the fascinating evolution of The Beaches from a lakeside retreat to a bustling suburb.

Explore the enduring allure of this beloved Toronto gem: bit.ly/47ILfHO

07/15/2024

“Informative and a real pleasure to read. Richard White shows us how the Beaches was transformed from weekend resort to suburb to city neighbourhood.” Richard Harris, Professor Emeritus of Urban Geography, McMaster University

From its lakeside origins to its present-day allure, discover the rich tapestry of stories that define the Beaches.

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07/15/2024

The ultimate survival guide for medical students, interns, residents, and fellows!

Read a behind-the-scenes look about Staying Human during Residency Training by the authors Allan D. Peterkin and Derek Puddester: https://bit.ly/3W02bH9

Educating the Body presents a history of physical education in Canada, shedding light on its major advocates, innovators, and institutions.

07/15/2024

“Albert Koehl’s book is an important synthesis of Toronto’s cycling history. It allows riders like me to understand fully the riding landscape that I travel through every day. Frustratingly, some of the same old anti-cycling practices and rhetoric keep returning to public discourse. But ultimately, Koehl’s work shows how the bike and the city are continuing to grow together.”
Matthew Pioro, editor,

Highlighting an important yet often ignored part of Toronto’s transportation story, Wheeling through Toronto chronicles the history of the bicycle and reveals a way forward for a world in climate crisis.

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07/12/2024

“Caroline Shenaz Hossein’s brilliant book educates individuals about the Banker Ladies. In countries around the world, these women find ways to rebel against political and economic exclusion and empower their communities in innovative ways. As a result, they are the dynamic and courageous backbones of their communities. This book is nothing less than a masterpiece.” Sharon D. Wright Austin, Professor of Political Science, University of Florida

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07/12/2024

“After making his scholarly mark a generation ago as the expert on Mennonite life in the Russian Empire, James Urry now lends his keen anthropological eye to a microanalysis of a single village: Grunthal, Manitoba. Here, as always, he boldly exposes the rich internal social dynamics of different socioeconomic classes, competing faith persuasions, and distinctive settler groups within a Mennonite population.” Royden Loewen, University of Winnipeg

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07/12/2024

“In this book, Lee and Reithmeier share their formidable wisdom about how graduate students and postdoctoral scholars can develop the skills necessary to get the most out of their training, while also laying the foundation for a rewarding career. This highly accessible book should be required reading not just for students and postdocs, but also for academic leaders interested in how to best support student and trainee success in a changing world.” Joshua Barker, University of Toronto

Read a free excerpt: https://bit.ly/4bQACpd

07/11/2024

“There are few authors who could be as well-versed in the literature as Anne M. Phelan and Melanie D. Janzen are. Eloquent and masterful, this book will be of interest to scholars and graduate students in the fields of teacher education, curriculum theory, and philosophy of education.” Teresa Strong-Wilson, Associate Professor in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education, McGill University

Pick up your copy here: https://bit.ly/45HoRiA