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31. World History: The Basics

    By Peter N. Stearns

    Series: The Basics

    World History has rapidly grown to become one of the most popular and talked about approaches to the study of history. World History: The Basics introduces this fast-growing field and addresses key questions such as: What is world history? How do we study a subject with such a broad geographic...

    Published November 9th 2010 by Routledge
32. Economics: The Basics

    2nd Edition

    By Tony Cleaver

    Series: The Basics

    Now in its second edition, Economics: The Basics provides an engaging and topical introduction to the key issues in contemporary economics. Fully updated to take into account the economic recession, changing patterns in world trade, housing and currency markets, this book covers fundamental issues,...

    Published November 8th 2010 by Routledge
33. Human Genetics: The Basics

    By Ricki Lewis

    Series: The Basics

    Human genetics has blossomed from an obscure branch of biological science and occasional explanation for exceedingly rare disorders to a field all of its own that affects everyone. Human Genetics: The Basics introduces the key questions and issues in this emerging field, including: The common...

    Published September 30th 2010 by Routledge
34. Finance: The Basics

    2nd Edition

    By Erik Banks

    Series: The Basics

    Finance: The Basics is a clear and practical introduction to the world of finance, allowing the reader to grasp relevant financial concepts and apply them to daily activities and studies. This fully revised and updated edition captures the most important aspects of a changing financial landscape,...

    Published August 24th 2010 by Routledge
35. Sociology: The Basics

    By Ken Plummer

    Series: The Basics

    A lively, accessible and comprehensive introduction to the diverse ways of thinking about social life, Sociology: The Basics examines: the scope, history and purpose of sociology ways of understanding 'the social' the state of the world we live in today suffering and social inequalities key tools...

    Published June 24th 2010 by Routledge
36. Acting: The Basics

    By Bella Merlin

    Series: The Basics

    A practical and theoretical guide to the world of the professional actor, skilfully combining ideas from a range of practitioners and linking the academy to the industry. It covers key areas such as: the development of modern drama and acting processes over the years the approach and legacy of...

    Published March 25th 2010 by Routledge
37. Logic: The Basics

    By Jc Beall

    Series: The Basics

    Logic: The Basics is a hands-on introduction to the philosophically alive field of logical inquiry. Covering both classical and non-classical theories, it presents some of the core notions of logic such as validity, basic connectives, identity, ‘free logic’ and more. This book: introduces some...

    Published March 18th 2010 by Routledge
38. The Bible: The Basics

    By John Barton

    Series: The Basics

    The Bible: The Basics is a compelling introduction to the Bible as both a sacred text, central to the faith of millions, and a classic work of Western literature, containing a tapestry of genres, voices, perspectives and images. This masterly guide skilfully addresses both aspects of the Bible’s...

    Published January 24th 2010 by Routledge
39. Television Studies: The Basics

    By Toby Miller

    Series: The Basics

    Television Studies: The Basics is a lively introduction to the study of a powerful medium. It examines the major theories and debates surrounding production and reception over the years and considers both the role and future of television. Topics covered include: broadcasting history and...

    Published November 24th 2009 by Routledge
40. Marketing: The Basics

    2nd Edition

    By Karl Moore, Niketh Pareek

    Series: The Basics

    ‘…a punchy, stripped-down version of what marketing is all about.’ – The Times Higher Education Supplement If you have a product you’re looking to market, or you’re seeking to learn more about the potential of online marketing, Marketing: The Basics tells you everything you need to know...

    Published November 19th 2009 by Routledge