An Introduction to Akkadian Literature: Contexts and Content (Lenzi Alan)(Paperback)

Before the Muses: An Anthology of Akkadian Literature (Foster Benjamin R.)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Developmental Psychology (Slater Alan)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Developmental Psychology, 3rd Edition is a representative and authoritative 'state of the art' account of human development from conception to adolescence. The text is organised chronologically and also thematically and written by renowned experts in the field, and presents a

An Introduction to Criticism: Literature - Film - Culture (Ryan Michael)(Paperback)

An accessible and thorough introduction to literary theory and contemporary critical practice, this book is an essential resource for beginning students of literary criticism. Covers traditional approaches such as formalism and structuralism, as well as more recent developments in criticism such

An Introduction to Radiation Protection (Martin Alan)(Paperback)

Hamlet (Shakespeare William)(Paperback / softback)

Longman Literature Shakespeare: Includes an informative, detailed and practical introduction to Shakespeare's life, times and language. Supports the texts with useful notes. Provides activities for before, during and after

Introduction to Vascular Ultrasonography (Pellerito John)(Pevná vazba)

Focused content, an easy-to-read writing style, and abundant illustrations make Introduction to Vascular Ultrasonography the definitive reference on arterial and venous ultrasound. Trusted by radiologists, interventional radiologists, vascular and interventional fellows, residents, and sonographers

Musical Composition: Craft and Art (Belkin Alan)(Paperback)

An invaluable introduction to the art and craft of musical composition from a distinguished teacher and composer This essential introduction to the art and craft of musical composition is designed to familiarize beginning composers with principles and techniques applicable to a broad range of

Meaning in Language: An Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics (Cruse Alan)(Paperback)

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the ways in which meaning is conveyed in language, covering not only semantic matters but also topics normally considered to fall under pragmatics. Above all, the book displays and explains the richness and subtlety of meaning, with the aid of

Children's Literature (Hintz Carrie)(Paperback)

Children's Literature is an accessible introduction to this engaging field. Carrie Hintz offers a defining conceptual overview of children's literature that presents its competing histories, its cultural contexts, and the theoretical debates it has instigated.Positioned within the wider field of

Statistics: An Introduction (Graham Alan)(Paperback)

Do you need to gain confidence with handling numbers and formulae? Do you want a clear, step-by-step guide to the key concepts and principles of statistics? Nearly all aspects of our lives can be subject to statistical analysis. Statistics: An Introduction shows you how to interpret, analyze and

Medieval Literature: The Basics (Weisl Angela Jane)(Paperback)

Medieval Literature: The Basics is an engaging introduction to this fascinating body of literature. The volume breaks down the variety of genres used in the corpus of medieval literature and makes these texts accessible to readers. It engages with the familiarities present in the narratives and

Content and Consciousness (Dennett Daniel C.)(Paperback)

Content and Consciousness is an original and ground-breaking attempt to elucidate a problem integral to the history of Western philosophical thought: the relationship of the mind and body. In this formative work, Dennett sought to develop a theory of the human mind and consciousness based on new

An Introduction to Literary Studies (Klarer Mario)(Paperback)

In this classic beginner's guide to English literature, Mario Klarer offers a concise and accessible discussion of central issues in the study of literary texts, looking at: definitions of key terms such as literature and text the genres of fiction, poetry, drama, and film periods and

Latin Literature: An Anthology (Various)(Paperback)

A classic introduction to Latin literature, with translations of the best passages from Virgil, Livy, Ovid, Seneca and many others. This classic anthology traces the development of Latin literature from the early Republican works of Cicero and Catullus, to the writers of the Empire such as Lucan

Politics and Literature (Sartre Jean-Paul)(Paperback / softback)

A useful, concise introduction to Sartre's thinking, Politics and Literature investigates concepts and highlights conflicts, interrogations and debates that remain topical and relevant to this

Houses of the Horoscope: An Introduction (Oken Alan)(Paperback)

Every astrologer needs a good understanding on the astrological houses, and Houses of the Horoscope: An Introduction provides a practical and valuable sourcebook. Alan Oken masterfully guides you through the concepts of the meanings and the nature of the twelve astrological houses. He provides a

Content Analysis: An Introduction to Its Methodology (Krippendorff Klaus)(Paperback)

What matters in people's social lives? What motivates and inspires our society? How do we enact what we know? Since the first edition published in 1980, Content Analysis has helped shape and define the field. In the highly anticipated Fourth Edition, award-winning scholar and author Klaus

Italian Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Hainsworth Peter)(Paperback)

In this Very Short Introduction, Peter Hainsworth and David Robey examine Italian literature from the Middle Ages to the present day, looking at themes and issues which have recurred throughout its history. The authors illuminate such topics as regional identities, political disunity, and the role

Still the Mind: An Introduction to Meditation (Watts Alan)(Paperback)

Mark Watts compiled this book from his father s extensive journals and audiotapes of famous lectures he delivered across the country. In three parts, Alan Watts -- the author of The Way of Zen and The Joyous Cosmology -- explains the basic philosophy of meditation, how individuals can practice a

An Introduction to Sociology (Browne Ken)(Paperback)

This fifth edition of An Introduction to Sociology provides an accessible and engaging introduction to sociology, without oversimplifying or passing over the important and exciting insights sociology has to offer. Building on the book's existing achievements, Ken Browne has restructured the fifth

Prose Poetry: An Introduction (Hetherington Paul)(Paperback)

An engaging and authoritative introduction to an increasingly important and popular literary genre Prose Poetry is the first book of its kind-an engaging and authoritative introduction to the history, development, and features of English-language prose poetry, an increasingly important and popular

Children's Literature (Reynolds Kimberley)(Paperback)

This Very Short Introduction provides a lively and comprehensive discussion of children's literature--what it is, why it is interesting, how it contributes to culture, and how it is studied as literature. Reynolds provides a general overview of the history of the subject as it has developed in

Mad Money: With an Introduction by Benjamin J. Cohen (Strange Susan)(Paperback)

Mad money is a classic of international relations and international political economy literature. It also has profound modern relevance. First published by Manchester University Press in 1998, the book called for an end to the volatility of international financial markets. Markets had grown,

An Introduction to Narratology (Fludernik Monika)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Narratology is an accessible, practical guide to narratological theory and terminology and its application to literature. In this book, Monika Fludernik outlines: the key concepts of style, metaphor and metonymy, and the history of narrative forms narratological approaches