Sage Publications began in 1965 with a desire to be the first commercial publisher of both academic books and journals in the social sciences and was founded on a strong belief in the value of quality information for shaping public policy. Sage has always been guided by a pioneering vision and the spirit to respond to new challenges. This has led to rapid growth rooted in a dynamic determination to deliver new knowledge globally. Sage is now a multinational publisher producing books, journals, videos, and software that disseminate knowledge throughout the world.