International Relations is a concise and accessible introduction for students new to international relations and for the general reader. It offers the most up-to-date guide to the major issues and areas of debate and:
explains key issues including humanitarian intervention and economic justice
features illustrative and familiar case studies from around the world
examines topical debates on globalization and terrorism
provides an overview of the discipline to situate the new reader at the heart of the study of global politics...
International Relations is a concise and accessible introduction for students new to international relations and for the general reader. I...
The ultimate guide for the student encountering anthropology for the first time, Anthropology: The Basics explains and explores key anthropological concepts including:
what is anthropology?
how can we distinguish cultural differences from physical ones?
what is culture, anyway?
how do anthropologists study culture?
what are the key theories and approaches used today?
How has the discipline changed over time?
This student-friendly text provides an overview of the fundamental principles of anthropology and is an...
The ultimate guide for the student encountering anthropology for the first time, Anthropology: The Basics explains and explores key anthro...
The oldest of the world s major faiths, Judaism as practiced today represents a tradition that goes back nearly 6,000 years. Accessible and wide-ranging, Judaism: The Basics is a must-have resource covering the stories, beliefs and expressions of that tradition.
Key topics covered include:
the Torah
Israel the state and its people
Passover
Reform Judaism, Orthodox Judaism and Zionism
the impact of the Holocaust.
With a glossary of terms and extensive suggestions for further reading, Judaism: The Basics...
The oldest of the world s major faiths, Judaism as practiced today represents a tradition that goes back nearly 6,000 years. Accessible and wide-ra...
Opera: The Basics offers an excellent introduction to four centuries of opera. Its easy to follow sections explore topics including:
the origins of opera
basic terminology
the history of major opera genres including: serious opera, comic opera, semi-serious opera and vernacular opera.
With key notes, discography and videography, this is the ideal book for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this important musical genre.
Opera: The Basics offers an excellent introduction to four centuries of opera. Its easy to follow sections explore topics including:
