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This book is deservedly established as one of the leading textbooks on the subject. The various contributors all provide clear and understandable expositions of their often complex topics, but without sacrificing academic rigour and standards. The book is an essential resource for the teaching and learning of HRM.Prof Jim Stewart, Dept of Human Resource Management, Nottingham Business SchoolThis is the fourth edition of the well-established, thought-provoking classic textbook from De Montfort University, edited by Ian Beardwell, Len Holden and Tim Claydon and updated and revised throughout.A thorough introduction to HRM, this book contains a variety of perspectives and styles and a critical approach, made clear and accessible to students through the consistent chapter structure and increased features such as: learning outcomes and chapter summaries activities 'stop and think' features UK, International and European case studies Glossary, extensive references and further reading Bright, full colour interior design.Other features include a downloadable Instructor's Manual with PowerPoint slides and notes to accompany the activities, exercises, questions and case studies within the