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Very Short Introductions

Buddhism, A Very Short Introduction

Buddhism, A Very Short Introduction


by Damien Keown

  • RELIGION
  • 2000
  • PAPER
  • 152 PAGES

One of a series of very brief, authoritative introductions by Oxford University Press with chapters on The Buddha, Karma, the Mahayana, Buddhism in Asia, Buddhist practices and ethics. (ASA53, $11.95)

The Celts: A Very Short Introduction

The Celts: A Very Short Introduction


by Barry W Cunliffe

  • HISTORY
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 161 PAGES

A concise, revealing social history of the Celts, by a reigning authority and popular writer. (CLT03, $11.95)

The Earth: A Very Short Introduction


by Martin Redfern

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 141 PAGES

A compact survey of plate tectonics, seismology and other the earth sciences written for the curious novice. (GEO33, $11.95)

The European Union, A Very Short Introduction

The European Union, A Very Short Introduction


by John Pinder

  • HISTORY
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 224 PAGES

This pocket primer covers the development of the EU, its history, policies, growth, governance and impact on world affairs. With 17 maps. (EUR231, $11.95)

Hinduism, A Very Short Introduction


by Kim Knott

  • RELIGION
  • 2000
  • PAPER

An introduction to the beliefs and practice of Hinduism, and a consideration of its influence in India and around the world. (IDA329, $11.95)

Paul, A Very Short Introduction

Paul, A Very Short Introduction


by E.P. Sanders

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2001
  • PAPER
  • 176 PAGES

A brief biography of St. Paul and his role in the formation of the Christian religion. E.P. Sanders is professor of religion at Duke and a well-known biblical scholar. (MED93, $11.95)

Roman Britain, A Very Short Introduction

Roman Britain, A Very Short Introduction


by Peter Salway

  • ARCHAEOLOGY
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 88 PAGES

An excellent, brief overview of the Roman period in Britain by a leading specialist. (GBR541, $11.95)

The Roman Empire, A Very Short Introduction

The Roman Empire, A Very Short Introduction


by Christopher Kelly

  • HISTORY
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 144 PAGES

A concise history of the Roman Empire, from its infrastructure to its imperial history, political struggles to artistic and technological developments, and the Empire's lasting legacy and influences. (ITL776, $11.95)

The Vikings, A Very Short Introduction


by Julian D. Richards

  • HISTORY
  • 2005
  • PAPER
  • 152 PAGES

This slim volume is a stimulating, concise introduction to the Vikings. (VIK24, $14.99)

 

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