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Religion: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Is religion the same as culture? How does it fit with life in the modern world? Do you have to 'believe' to be part of one? From televangelism in the American South to the wearing of hijab in Britain and Egypt; from the rise of paganism to the aftermath of September 11th, this accessible guide...
Published September 10th 2003 by Routledge
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Semiotics: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Using jargon-free language and lively, up-to-date examples, Semiotics: The Basics demystifies this highly interdisciplinary subject. Along the way, the reader will find out:* what is a sign?* which codes do we take for granted?* what is a text?* how can semiotics be used in textual analysis?* who...
Published November 21st 2001 by Routledge
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Archaeology
The Basics
Series: The Basics
From archaeological jargon to interpretation, Archaeology: The Basics provides an invaluable overview of a fascinating subject and probes the depths of this increasingly popular discipline, presenting critical approaches to the understanding of our past. Lively and engaging, Archaeology: The...
Published January 17th 2001 by Routledge
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Shakespeare: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Aimed squarely at the student new to Shakespeare, this volume provides a through introduction to the plays, based on the exciting new approaches shaping the field of Shakespeare studies. The author offers a refreshingly clear guide to Shakespeare's language; the plays as performance texts; the...
Published March 8th 2000 by Routledge
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Language: The Basics
2nd Edition
Series: The Basics
Language: The Basics provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works. New features include:* a chapter on 'Language in Use' which introduces pragmatics, metaphor, speech and...
Published March 17th 1999 by Routledge
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Language: The Basics
2nd Edition
Series: The Basics
What makes human language unique?Do women speak differently from men?Just what is the meaning of "meaning"?Language: The Basics provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works. It...
Published March 17th 1999 by Routledge
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Bioethics: The Basics
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Ancient Near East: The Basics
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Film Studies: The Basics, 2nd Edition
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Theatre Studies: The Basics, 2nd Edition
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Public Relations: The Basics
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Subcultures: The Basics
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Literary Theory: The Basics, 3rd Edition
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Energy: The Basics
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Gender: The Basics
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Global Migration: The Basics
To Be Published November 30th 2013