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Now Available: Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall was an Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court from 1967 to 1991. He was the first African American to hold that position, and was one of the most influential legal actors of his time. Through this concise biography, accompanied by primary sources that present Marshall in his own words, students will learn what Marshall did (and did not do) during his life, why those actions were important, and what effects his efforts had on the larger course of American history.
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What is Microhistory?
"The voices of two authors combine in this important analysis of the evolving character of microhistory. This study guides the reader through the achievements of microhistory to date. It also offers a thought-provoking perspective on the potential for microhistory to continue to make a significant contribution to our understanding of the past." - Graeme Murdock, Trinity College Dublin, Republic of Ireland
This unique and detailed analysis provides the first accessible and comprehensive introduction to the origins, development, methodology of microhistory – one of the most significant innovations in historical scholarship to have emerged in the last few decades. Authors Sigurður Gylfi Magnússon and István M. Szijártó survey the significant characteristics shared by large groups of microhistorians, and how these have now established an acknowledged place within any general discussion of the theory and methodology of history as an academic discipline.
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Architecture Conservation and Heritage Management
We publish a great range of titles to help you along all aspects of your refurbishment and/or renovation project under the Routledge and Earthscan from Routledge brands.
Bringing together titles previously published under the Donhead, Butterworth Heinemann and Routledge imprints, we now publish an extensive list of books covering building conservation, preservation and architectural history. In addition, we offer a number of classic reprints on building and construction topics such as lime and plastering, covering the period from 1830 to 1950. This list specialises in publishing original material for professionals, academics, students and historic building owners.Below are a few highlights. A a full product catalog is coming soon!
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Celebrate 100 Years of Indian Cinema with our brand new Handbook!
Raja Harishchandra, Indian cinema's first silent movie, was released on 3 May 1913. Since then, Indian films (including Bollywood productions) have become a global phenomenon. To coincide with this birthday Routledge have published the Routledge Handbook of Indian Cinemas.
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Dictionary of Shipping Terms, 6th Edition
Shipping has many hundreds of terms and phrases whose meaning is not always obvious, even for experienced practitioners. This comprehensive dictionary contains concise definitions of maritime terms and phrases, including those used in liner, tramp and bulk shipping.
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EU Competition Law and the Financial Services Sector
Competition law is a complex and constantly evolving area of law which affects every aspect of the market economy, including the financial services sector. This book is a comprehensive and practical guide to the application of the EU competition rules to banking and insurance industries.
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May Author of the Month: Ewan Fernie
Professor Ewan Fernie is author of The Demonic, and is chairman of Shakespeare studies at the Shakespeare Institute, University of Birmingham. He has previously been a lecturer at Queen's University Belfast, Royal Holloway and was selected in 2004 by Gary Taylor and the Hudson Strode Program of the University of Alabama as ‘one of the six most brilliant scholars of Renaissance drama in the world under 40’.
Ewan Fernie, will appear at the Hay Festival on 28th May 2013. He will be examining scenes from Othello, Hamlet, The Tempest and Measure For Measure and discussing how to teach Shakespeare with imagination and intensity.
Visit the Hay Festival website to book your place today.
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May Book of the Month: Medievalisms
From King Arthur and Robin Hood, through to video games and jousting-themed restaurants, medieval culture continues to surround us and has retained a strong influence on literature and culture throughout the ages.
This fascinating and illuminating guide is written by two of the leading contemporary scholars of medieval literature.
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20% off Middle East Studies Titles in May + Competition
We're pleased to offer a 20% discount on all titles in the Middle East Studies catalog in May. Every order using the special discount code will also be entered into a competition to win 3 selected titles!
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May Series of the Month: Grammar Workbooks
Our Basic Grammar Workbooks are for learners starting at elementary level. Intermediate Grammar Workbooks follow on from these and are for learners who have achieved basic proficiency and wish to progress to more complex language. Each combines clear, concise grammar explanations with communicatively oriented exercises to help build confidence and fluency.
All Grammar Workbooks are available as inspection copies.
Add the code MYA13 to your basket to receive 20% discount on this series throughout May
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