Andrew Marvell is one of the greatest lyric poets of England's seventeenth century and one of its leading political writers. This Companion brings a set of fresh questions and perspectives to bear on the varied career and diverse writings of a remarkable writer and elusive man.
Presenting a thorough introduction to biodiversity in decaying wood, this book studies the rich diversity of fungi, insects and vertebrates that depend upon dead wood. It... Læs mere
This Companion, designed for students of American history, African-American studies and literature, includes perspectives from a range of disciplines. Key... Læs mere
This book is a history and theory of British poetry between 1760 and 1830, focussing on the relationship between Romantic poetry and the production, circulation and textuality of ballads. It shows how Romantic poetry was powerfully shaped by oral modes of poetic construction.
Being a Historian examines the condition of the discipline of history in the United States today, what aspiring and mature... Læs mere
John Millington Synge was a leading literary figure of the Irish Revival who played a significant role in the founding of Dublin's Abbey Theatre. This Companion... Læs mere
An introductory overview of the thought of Emmanuel Levinas, one of the most significant philosophers of the late twentieth century. Focusing on Levinas'... Læs mere
IAU S276 provides a detailed snapshot of the state-of-the-art of the field fifteen years after the first... Læs mere
This Companion offers a unique introduction, guide and reference work for students and readers of Scottish literature from the pre-medieval period to the... Læs mere
This Companion provides a wide ranging and accessible study of one of the most individual composers of the twentieth century. A team of international scholars... Læs mere
This highly readable and lucid introduction to Berkeley's Principles of Human Knowledge covers all the major topics in... Læs mere
Bilingualism has given rise to significant changes in Spanish-speaking countries. This book provides an introduction to... Læs mere