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The Olympics: The Basics
Series: The Basics
The Olympics: The Basics is an accessible, contemporary introduction to the Olympic movement and Games. Chapters explain how the Olympics transcend sports, engaging us with a range of contemporary philosophical, social, cultural and political matters, including: peace development and diplomacy...
Published January 18th 2012 by Routledge
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Shakespeare: The Basics
3rd Edition
Series: The Basics
Now in its third edition Shakespeare: The Basics is an insightful and informative introduction to the work of William Shakespeare. Exploring all aspects of Shakespeare’s plays including the language, cultural contexts, and modern interpretations, this text looks at how a range of plays from across...
Published May 21st 2012 by Routledge
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Popular Music Culture: The Key Concepts
3rd Edition
Series: Routledge Key Guides
Now in an updated 3rd edition this popular A-Z student handbook provides a comprehensive survey of key ideas and concepts in popular music culture. With new and expanded entries on genres and sub-genres the text comprehensively examines the social and cultural aspects of popular music, taking into...
Published December 1st 2011 by Routledge
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Race and Ethnicity: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Race and ethnicity have shaped the social, cultural and political character of much of the world, and remain an important influence on contemporary life in the 21st Century. Race and Ethnicity: The Basics is an accessible introduction to these potent forces. Topics covered include: The forms and...
Published November 16th 2011 by Routledge
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Criminology: The Basics
2nd Edition
Series: The Basics
As crime continues to be a high profile issue troubling politicians, the public and the media alike, the study of criminology has boomed. Providing an international and comparative introduction to the discipline, Criminology: The Basics is an accessible guide to the theoretical and practical...
Published May 31st 2011 by Routledge
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Dance Studies: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Dance Studies: The Basics is a concise introduction to the study of dance ranging from the practical aspects such as technique and choreography to more theoretical considerations such as aesthetic appreciation and the place of dance in different cultures. This book answers questions such as:...
Published November 20th 2011 by Routledge
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Artificial Intelligence: The Basics
Series: The Basics
'if AI is outside your field, or you know something of the subject and would like to know more then Artificial Intelligence: The Basics is a brilliant primer.' - Nick Smith, Engineering and Technology Magazine November 2011 Artificial Intelligence: The Basics is a concise and cutting-edge...
Published August 17th 2011 by Routledge
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Law: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Law: The Basics is an engaging introduction to one of the most complex areas of modern life. The book introduces both the main components of the legal system – including judges, juries and law-makers - and key areas of law – contract, civil negligence, and criminal law – to provide the uninitiated...
Published June 8th 2011 by Routledge
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Special Educational Needs: The Basics
Series: The Basics
Providing an engaging and complete overview Special Educational Needs: The Basics examines the fundamental principles of the subject from policy to practice. This book covers: concepts of special educational needs the historical development of special provision and key legislation identification...
Published November 9th 2011 by Routledge
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The Routledge Companion to Postmodernism
3rd Edition
Series: Routledge Companions
This fully revised third edition of The Routledge Companion to Postmodernism provides the ideal introduction to postmodernist thought. Featuring contributions from a cast of international scholars, the Companion contains 19 detailed essays on major themes and topics along with an A-Z of key terms...
Published June 26th 2011 by Routledge