This book, first published in 1955, was written at the request of the BBC in an attempt to help the professional writer to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the television medium. This title will be of interest to students of history, literature and media studies, and will also appeal to the general reader who is interested in knowing how television programmes were constructed.
This book, first published in 1955, was written at the request of the BBC in an attempt to help the professional writer to take advantage of the op...
Charles Darwin is well-known throughout the world for his revolutionary work from 1859; "The Origin of Species," the foundational study of evolution which greatly challenged the near-universal belief in the Christian world, at that time, of creationism. Originally published in 1928, Dorsey attempts to provide a detailed account of the scientist s life and personality informed by letters, published works and an autobiography written by Darwin. Darwin s life was full of challenges both in his personal life as well as his career and "The Evolution of Charles Darwin" explores all aspects of...
Charles Darwin is well-known throughout the world for his revolutionary work from 1859; "The Origin of Species," the foundational study of evolutio...
Philosophy means love of wisdom, but author Edmond Holmes fears the encroaching dominance of intellect over feeling. In this title, Holmes argues that metaphysics reliance on intellect and pure reason undermines the study of philosophy. Rather, Holmes suggests a return to intuitional philosophy, combining thought and feeling. First published in 1930, this title will be ideal for students interested in Philosophy and Western Civilisation. "
Philosophy means love of wisdom, but author Edmond Holmes fears the encroaching dominance of intellect over feeling. In this title, Holmes argues t...
High energy prices affect nearly the whole of the American population, arguably affecting some consumer groups more than others. Although originally published in 1981, the issues explored in this study such as who is affected most by energy price increases, regional differences and what can or should be done in the United States in regards to energy costs are still as relevant today as they were then. These papers attempt to directly address these concerns in the wake of the 1979-80 price shock in America and to advise what action can be taken to allay these concerns. This title will be of...
High energy prices affect nearly the whole of the American population, arguably affecting some consumer groups more than others. Although originall...
Originally published in 1922, this translation of French historian Emile Gebhart s work by Hulme gives a detailed religious history of Italy in the middle ages clearly demonstrating Gebhart s expertise in this area. Poetry, art and politics all centred around religion in the period studied and Gebhart identifies three key areas to be discussed; the Church in Rome, Christian concern and rationalism or secular independence whilst also focussing on famous heretics of the period including Arnold of Brescia and Francis of Assisi. This title will be of interest to students of History."
Originally published in 1922, this translation of French historian Emile Gebhart s work by Hulme gives a detailed religious history of Italy in the...
Granet s original work delves deep into the religious and spiritual customs of ancient China by analysing their festivals and songs from "the Book of Odes" including the original Chinese script. This translation, originally published in 1932, aimed to present Granet s observations to a wider English readership by omitting the Chinese characters and providing an in-depth insight into one of the most important early civilisations. This title will be of interest to students of Asian studies."
Granet s original work delves deep into the religious and spiritual customs of ancient China by analysing their festivals and songs from "the Book ...
