Examines the emergence of consumerism in the Victorian era. This book also shows how the emergence of a mass market was followed by its... Læs mere
Ranging from the first human settlement in the Nile Valley (c. 120,000 BC) to the appearance of Alexander the Great (c. 331 BC), this history blends archaeological and textual evidence into an informed narrative. Numerous quotes from the original documentary sources are included.
Presents an introduction to the archaeology of Africa that challenges misconceptions and claims about Africa's past and teaches students how to evaluate these... Læs mere
This short and accessible book introduces readers to the problems of heresy, schism and dissidence over the last two millennia. The heresies under discussion range from Gnosticism, influential in the early Christian period, right through to modern sects.
* Provides an overview of the debates surrounding postmodernism and its impact on theology. * Powerfully critiques the works of central figures... Læs mere
A guide to the themes, events, and concepts of a major turning point in early American history. It discusses the status and experiences of women, Native Americans,... Læs mere
In recent years American foreign policy has taken a unilateralist turn. Confident of Americaa s economic supremacy and cultural magnetism, the Bush administration has embarked on an ambitious mission to further American interests and reshape global order.
Such is the continuing volume of work on the Civil War that we are regularly in need of an authoritative and accessible brief synthesis to keep us up to date with this endlessly fascinating subject.
* Covers American Indian thinking on issues concerning time, place, history, science, law, religion, nationhood, and art. * Features newly commissioned... Læs mere
"Though it seems contradictory to write words of praise for a book that deeply interrogates the marketability of praiseful language (in the guise of... Læs mere
aeo The author is Italya s leading political theorist. aeo This book brings together his writings on human rights.