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Herodotus: A Very Short Introduction [#272]

ISBN : 9780199575992

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Author: 
Jennifer Tolbert Roberts
Pages
144 Pages
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Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Jun 2011
Series
Very Short Introductions
Introduction to the fifth century Greek thinker and researcher Herodotus of Halicarnassus, who invented the genre of historical investigation Explores all aspects of his life and work, showing hi ... Read more

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Jesus: A Very Short Introduction [#275]

ISBN : 9780199575275

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Author: 
Richard Bauckham
Pages
144 Pages
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Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Jul 2011
Series
Very Short Introductions
Attributes the four Gospels of the New Testament as the source and inspiration of every interpretation of Jesus Focusses on his 'humanity' and role within the the Christian faith Portrays a div ... Read more

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Agnosticism: A Very Short Introduction [#250]

ISBN : 9780199575268

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Author: 
Robin Le Poidevin
Pages
152 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Oct 2010
Series
Very Short Introductions
Challenges the conception of agnosticism, arguing that it is a respectable position to take Argues that agnosticism is not confined to the religious sphere, but something we encounter in science ... Read more

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Pentecostalism: A Very Short Introduction [#255]

ISBN : 9780199575152

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Author: 
William K. Kay
Pages
160 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Jan 2011
Series
Very Short Introductions
Comprehensive introduction examining both the historical and global nature of Pentecostalism Well balanced coverage looking at historical, sociological, and political aspects Outlines theologic ... Read more

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The First Emperor: Selections from the Historical Records

ISBN : 9780199574391

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Author: 
Sima Qian; K. E. Brashier; Raymond Dawson
Pages
208 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
131 x 196 mm
Pub date
Aug 2009
Series
Oxford World's Classics
The following year Qin unified all under Heaven and the title of August Emperor was immediately adopted.' The short-lived Qin dynasty unified China in 221 BC and created an imperial legacy that la ... Read more

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Martin Luther: A Very Short Introduction [#252]

ISBN : 9780199574339

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Author: 
Scott Hendrix
Pages
144 Pages
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Paperback
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111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Oct 2010
Series
Very Short Introductions
Presents an overview of Luther's life, his writings, his world, and his legacy Dispels some myths about Luther without destroying the elusiveness of character that keeps this historical figure fa ... Read more

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Michael Faraday: A Very Short Introduction [#253]

ISBN : 9780199574315

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Author: 
Frank A. J. L. James
Pages
184 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Nov 2010
Series
Very Short Introductions
Looks at the history of Faraday's life, placing him in a wider social and historical context Demonstrates how Faraday was a key figure in developing our modern understanding of the physical world ... Read more

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Dictionaries: A Very Short Introduction [#281]

ISBN : 9780199573790

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Author: 
Lynda Mugglestone
Pages
160 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Aug 2011
Series
Very Short Introductions
Examines the history from their origins to modern day online and electronic dictionaries Explores both the myths and reality about dictionaries Includes examples comparing dictionary entries in ... Read more

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Planets: A Very Short Introduction [#254]

ISBN : 9780199573509

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Author: 
David A. Rothery
Pages
152 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Nov 2010
Series
Very Short Introductions
Provides an overview of our Solar System and its origins, nature, and evolution Considers controversial issues, such as what qualifies as a planet Looks at different types of Solar System objec ... Read more

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Utopianism: A Very Short Introduction [#246]

ISBN : 9780199573400

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Author: 
Lyman Tower Sargent
Pages
160 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
111 x 174 mm
Pub date
Sep 2010
Series
Very Short Introductions
Written by one of the most outstanding scholars in the field of utopian studies Examines utopia in literature, social and political theory, theology and communal studies Considers some of the m ... Read more

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