Very Short Introductions

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Michael Beaney: Analytic Philosophy: A Very Short introduction, Buch

Michael Beaney
Analytic Philosophy: A Very Short introduction

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Michael Beaney introduces analytic philosophy by exploring some of the key ideas of Gottlob Frege, Bertrand Russell, G. E. Moore, Ludwig Wittgenstein, and Susan Stebbing. He also considers how analytic ph…

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Julia Annas (Department of Philosophy, University of Arizona, Department of Philosophy, University of Arizona, Regents Professor Emerita): Ancient Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Julia Annas (Department of Philosophy, University of Arizona, Department of Philosophy, University of Arizona, Regents Professor Emerita)
Ancient Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction

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Julia Annas gives a succinct account of ancient Greco-Roman philosophy, emphasizing its freshness and variety of themes, and its approach of lively discussion and argument.

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James Loxton: Authoritarianism, Buch

James Loxton
Authoritarianism

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We constantly hear about the threat of authoritarianism, whether in the form of communist China or at the hands of people like Donald Trump in the United States. But what is it exactly? This Very Short In…

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Dana Arnold: British Architecture, Buch

Dana Arnold
British Architecture

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This Very Short Introduction presents an original and engaging overview of the architecture of Britain, from medieval times to the present day, exploring key aspects of British architecture that endure ac…

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Monica Duffy Toft: Civil Wars: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Monica Duffy Toft
Civil Wars: A Very Short Introduction

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Civil wars are the most common form of large-scale political violence. They are usually nasty, brutish, and long. Their causes are complex; ranging from fights over access to housing, jobs, and arable lan…

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Sabrina Ragone: Comparative Law: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Sabrina Ragone, Guido Smorto
Comparative Law: A Very Short Introduction

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Sabrina Ragone and Guido Smorto provide a concise introduction to the field of comparative law, explaining how it is used by legislators, judges, international organizations and scholars, and demonstratin…

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Prof Naomi Zack (Professor of Philosophy, Professor of Philosophy, Lehman College, CUNY): Democracy: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Prof Naomi Zack (Professor of Philosophy, Professor of Philosophy, Lehman College, CUNY)
Democracy: A Very Short Introduction

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Democracy refers to both ideal and real forms of government. The concept of democracy means that those governed - the demos - have a say in government. But different conceptions of democracy have left man…

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L. Sandy Maisel (Goldfarb Family Distinguished Professor of American Government Emeritus, Goldfarb Family Distinguished Professor of American Government Emeritus, Colby College): Elections: A Very Short Introduction, Buch
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Roger Trigg: Faith: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Roger Trigg
Faith: A Very Short Introduction

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This Very Short Introduction argues that all faith needs reason, putting contemporary discussions into historical perspective, and shows that faith also involves a commitment to action. It matters for all…

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Katharine Jenkins: Feminist Philosophy, Buch

Katharine Jenkins
Feminist Philosophy

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Katharine Jenkins offers an introduction to feminist philosophy, giving the reader an idea of what it is, why it is important, and how to think about it. She explores key topics such as gender oppression,…

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Kathryn Kalinak: Film Music, Buch

Kathryn Kalinak
Film Music

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This Very Short Introduction takes the reader behind the scenes to understand both the practical aspects of film music and the theories behind why it works. The updated second edition includes the music f…

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Dudley Andrew: French Cinema: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Dudley Andrew
French Cinema: A Very Short Introduction

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It is often claimed that the French invented cinema, and although their prominence may have been supplanted by Hollywood today, the French film industry remains both prolific and highly lauded. Exploring …

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Deborah Martinsen: Fyodor Dostoevsky: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Deborah Martinsen
Fyodor Dostoevsky: A Very Short Introduction

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This book shows why it is that Dostoevsky became the writer best known for his treatment of the big questions of ethics, religion, and philosophy through an incisive analysis of Dostoevsky's stories withi…

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Ken Binmore: Game Theory, Buch

Ken Binmore
Game Theory

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Games are everywhere: Drivers manoeuvring in heavy traffic are playing a driving game. Bargain hunters bidding on eBay are playing an auctioning game. A firm negotiating next year's wage is playing a barg…

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Bill Mcguire: Geophysical and Climate Hazards: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Bill Mcguire
Geophysical and Climate Hazards: A Very Short Introduction

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In this Very Short Introduction Bill McGuire explores the potential catastrophes facing our planet. Assessing both the probability of these events happening in the future, and our chances of survival, thi…

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Robert C Allen: Global Economic History, Buch

Robert C Allen
Global Economic History

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The gap between the rich and the poor can be vast. Robert C. Allen considers the main factors that contribute to this gap, looking at the interconnections between economic growth, culture, technology, and…

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Prof Llewelyn Morgan (Professor of Classical Languages and Literature, Professor of Classical Languages and Literature, University of Oxford): Horace: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Prof Llewelyn Morgan (Professor of Classical Languages and Literature, Professor of Classical Languages and Literature, University of Oxford)
Horace: A Very Short Introduction

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This book examines the career of the Roman poet Horace, one of the greatest writers in Roman literature. It introduces his poetry with illustrations from all his works, and contextualises his career in Gr…

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Prof Jennifer Anna Gosetti-Ferencei (Professor and Kurrelmeyer Chair in German and Professor in Philosophy, Professor and Kurrelmeyer Chair in German and Professor in Philosophy, Johns Hopkins University): Imagination: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Prof Jennifer Anna Gosetti-Ferencei (Professor and Kurrelmeyer Chair in German and Professor in Philosophy, Professor and Kurrelmeyer Chair in German and Professor in Philosophy, Johns Hopkins University)
Imagination: A Very Short Introduction

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Examining philosophical, evolutionary, and literary perspectives, this book explores imagination as a cognitive power and an essential dimension of human flourishing. It demonstrates how imagination plays…

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Adeel Malik (Fellow of St. Peter's College, Oxford): Islamic Finance: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Adeel Malik (Fellow of St. Peter's College, Oxford), Usman Hayat (Executive director of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan)
Islamic Finance: A Very Short Introduction

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With a full scope of financial services, ranging from banking and capital markets to insurance and microfinance, Islamic finance has now become the most prominent form of faith-based finance in the world.…

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Matthew Townend: J.R.R. Tolkien: A Very Short Introduction, Buch

Matthew Townend
J.R.R. Tolkien: A Very Short Introduction

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This Very Short Introduction provides an accessible and authoritative guide to Tolkien's works, and it places The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings in the context of his full body of writings.

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