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Antisemitism and Social Democracy provides a historical analysis and interpretation of how far-left anti-Zionism entered the political... Læs mere
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Analyzing an array of contributions by English and Anglo-American preachers, polemicists, poets, and printers,... Læs mere
Highlights the intellectual and cultural history of British imperial knowledge production in late-nineteenth-century India, examined... Læs mere
This book draws on hieroglyphic texts, imagery, and archaeological finds to reconstruct interactions through which the Classic Maya exchanged knowledge about their hieroglyphic script and how to use it. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
Focuses on the impact of crusading on the people of Europe, and the diverse cultural, political and religious legacies that were left behind. This wide-ranging collection will interest readers from undergraduates to specialists.
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Eisenstein is one of the most influential film directors and theorists. This book analyzes the extensive influence on him of classical literature and arts,... Læs mere
Offering new readings on language and civil conflict in a variety of Ancient Greek and Roman texts, this study situates reflections in dialogue... Læs mere
Reveals how development projects in Sri Lanka, often celebrated yet failing in practice, succeed politically by advancing militarisation and nationalism.... Læs mere