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1. Companion to Contemporary Architectural Thought

   Edited by Ben Farmer, Dr Hentie J Louw, Hentie Louw, Adrian Napper

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   Architecture has attracted increasing worldwide attention in recent years, not only because of its cultural significance but also because of concern over the performance and resource implications of buildings. 101 in-depth articles by international scholars and practitioners bring the subject into...

   Published January 10th 2013 by Routledge
2. The World's Religions

   Edited by Peter Clarke, Friedhelm Hardy, Leslie Houlden, Stewart Sutherland

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   * Gives an account of the history, the theological basis, the practice and the current state of the study of religion and religions throughout the world* Combines a clear and non-technical style of presentation with a structure and range of contributions which reflect the richness and complexity of...

   Published November 10th 2011 by Routledge
3. An Encyclopedia of the History of Technology

   Edited by Ian McNeil

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   Available for the first time in paperback, this volume includes twenty-two chapters by international experts covering the entire history of technology from humankind's earliest use of stone tools to the exploration of space. Written clearly and without unnecessary jargon, each chapter traces the...

   Published July 3rd 1996 by Routledge
4. Companion to the History of Modern Science

   Edited by G N Cantor, G.N. Cantor, J.R.R. Christie, M.J.S. Hodge, R.C. Olby

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   The 67 chapters of this book describe and analyse the development of Western science from 1500 to the present day. Divided into two major sections - 'The Study of the History of Science' and 'Selected Writings in the History of Science' - the volume describes the methods and problems of research in...

   Published July 3rd 1996 by Routledge
5. Companion Encyclopedia of Theology

   Edited by Peter Byrne, Leslie Houlden, Rev Prof Leslie Houlden

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   The Companion Encyclopedia of Theology provides a comprehensive guide to modern theological thought. An international team of theologians and practitioners of both the Christian and Jewish faiths investigate and consider aspects of theology in 48 self-contained articles. Neither partisan and...

   Published October 25th 1995 by Routledge
6. Companion Encyclopedia of Psychology

   2-volume set

   Edited by Andrew M. Colman

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   Psychology plays an increasingly important role in today's society. Its influence can be seen all around us - be it in the home, the workplace, the school or our private lives. A uniquely diverse discipline, it ranges from social psychology to biological aspects of behaviour, and from basic...

   Published January 12th 1994 by Routledge
7. Companion Encyclopedia of the History and Philosophy of the Mathematical Sciences

   Edited by Ivor Grattan-Guinness

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   * Examines the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences in a cultural context, tracing their evolution from ancient times up to the twentieth century * 176 articles contributed by authors of 18 nationalities* Chronological table of main events in the development of mathematics* Fully...

   Published December 15th 1993 by Routledge
8. Companion Encyclopedia of the History of Medicine

   Edited by W. F. Bynum, Roy Porter

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   This is a comprehensive reference work which surveys all aspects of the history of medicine, both clinical and social, and reflects the complementary approaches to the discipline. The editors have assembled an international team of scholars to provide detailed and informative factual surveys with...

   Published October 6th 1993 by Routledge
9. Encyclopedia of Government and Politics

   2-volume set

   Edited by Mary Hawkesworth, Maurice Kogan

   Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

   * Provides a balanced, comprehensive account of contemporary trends in world, regional and nation-state government and politics* Captures the global changes, both theoretical and factual, of the past three decades - to give an unprecedented overview of political science and political affairs*...

   Published June 24th 1992 by Routledge
10. Companion to Contemporary Economic Thought

    Edited by Michael Bleaney, David Greenaway, Dr Ian Stewart, Ian Stewart

    Series: Routledge Companion Encyclopedias

    * 41 in-depth essays cover current economic theory and applied economics in a single, comprehensive volume* Interfaces section considers economics as it relates to other disciplines* Extensive notes, bibliographies and suggestions for further reading; detailed index of Topics and People`A...

    Published January 8th 1992 by Routledge