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…

‘…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…

Criminal Law: The Basics is an insightful introduction to the legal aspects of criminal acts, ranging from battery to burglary and harassment to homicide. Starting…

Buddhism: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating religion. Examining the historical development of Buddhism and its presence today, this guide…

Fully updated to include the new Treaty of Lisbon, this is the best short and accessible introduction to the politics of the European Union, written…

This is an essential read for anyone setting out to study the thrilling world of theatre for the first time. Introducing you to all the…

From the local to the global level, religion is – more than ever – an important and hotly debated part of modern life in the…

This highly successful introduction to the world of politics has been fully revised and updated in collaboration with a new co-author, Nigel Jackson, to explore…

Jazz: The Basics gives a brief introduction to a century of jazz, ideal for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this…

Art History: The Basics is a concise and accessible introduction for the general reader and the undergraduate approaching the history of art for the first…