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Time in World History

Time in World History

In this book Peter Stearns presents the fascinating concept of time through a global historical lens. Covering both calendrical time and clock time the volume shows how significant changes in conceptions of time are in world history as they translate many key historical developments from religion to industrialization into daily experience. The book explores why and how early societies became interested in measuring time as well as explaining the causes and ongoing consequences of the modern sense of time. The author compares different societies and cultures in their attitudes and approaches to time and describes the role of globalization in its development. The volume offers many examples and illustrations to aid readers in their understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of various constructions of time both in the past and among different groups of people today. Time in World History will be of interest to students of world history and sociology introducing readers to historical forces that continue to shape their lives quite directly.

GBP 24.99
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Time Religion and History

Time Religion and History

What is time? How does our sense of time lead us to approach the world? How did the peoples of the past view time? This book answers these questions through an investigation of the cultures of time in Christianity Islam Buddhism Judaism and the Australian Dreamtime. It argues that our contemporary world is blind as to the significance and complexity of time preferring to believe that time is ‘natural’ and unchanging. This is of critical importance to historians since the base matter of their study is time yet there is almost no theoretical literature on time in history. This book offers the first detailed historiographical study of the centrality of time to human cultures. It sets out the complex ways in which ideas of time developed in the major world religions and the manner in which such conceptions led people both to live in ways very different to our contemporary world and to make very different kinds of ‘histories’. It goes on to argue that modern scientific descriptions of time such as Einstein’s Theory of Relativity lie much closer to the complex understandings of time in religions such as Christianity than they do to our ‘common-sense’ notions of time which are centred on progress through a past present and future. | Time Religion and History

GBP 130.00
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A Theory of History

A Theory of History

This radical analysis of the role and importance of historiography interprets the philosophy and theory of history on the basis of historicity as a human condition. The book examins the norms and methods of historiography from a philosophical point of view but rejects generalisations tht the philosophy of history can provide all the answers to contemporary problems. Instead it outlines a feasible theory of history which is still radical enough to apply to all social structures. | A Theory of History

GBP 44.99
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A History of Asia

A History of Asia

A History of Asia is the only textbook to provide a historical overview of the whole of this region encompassing India China Korea Japan and Southeast Asia. Engaging and lively it chronicles the complex political social and intellectual histories of the area from prehistory to the present day. Taking a comparative approach throughout the book offers a balanced history of each major tradition also dedicating coverage to countries or regions such as Vietnam and Central Asia that are less frequently discussed in depth. This eighth edition has been streamlined and updated to reflect the most recent scholarship on Asian history bringing the book up to date with recent events and key trends in historical research. Highlights of the book include close-up portraits of significant Asian cities detailed discussion of environmental factors that have shaped Asian history quotes from Asian poetry and philosophical writing and attention to questions of gender and national identity. Highly illustrated with images and maps each chapter also contains discussion questions primary source excerpts and in-depth boxed features. Written clearly throughout A History of Asia is the perfect introductory textbook for all students of the history culture and politics of this fascinating region.

GBP 130.00
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A History of Modern France

A History of Modern France

A History of Modern France offers a framework to understand modern French history through a survey of the dramatic events that have punctuated its history from the eighteenth century to the present day. Covering events such as the French Revolution the two World Wars and the more recent election of Emmanuel Macron and the yellow vest movement the book takes a balanced approach to the competing interpretations of modern France inspired by its history. This edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate the most recent scholarship on topics including French imperial history and the empire’s postcolonial legacy the history of women and gender and the French experience of World War I. A new section extends the narrative into mid-2019 and additional emphasis has been given to the role of historical memory in the making of French identity. Taking a chronological approach the book is approachable for students and provides a clear and understandable picture of the history of modern France. Supported by further reading that has been updated to include the most recent publications the book is the ideal introduction to the history of modern France for students of this fascinating country.

GBP 94.99
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Time and History in Prehistory

Time and History in Prehistory

Time and History in Prehistory explores the many processes through which time and history are conceptualized and constructed challenging the perception of prehistoric societies as ahistorical. Drawing equally on contemporary theory and illustrative case studies and firmly rooted in material evidence this book rearticulates concepts of time and history questions the kind of narratives to be written about the past and underlines the fundamentally historical nature of prehistory. From a range of multi-disciplinary perspectives the authors of this volume address the scales at which archaeological evidence and narrative are interwoven from a single day to deep history and from a solitary pot to a complete city. In doing so they argue the need for a multi-scalar approach to prehistoric data that allows for the interplay between short and long term and for analytical units that encourage us to move continuously between scales. The growing interest in time and history in archaeology and across a wide range of disciplines concerned with human action and the human past highlights that these are exceptionally active fields. By juxtaposing varied viewpoints this volume bridges gaps in narrative finds a place for inclusive histories and makes clear the benefit of integrative and interdisciplinary approaches including different disciplines and types of data.

GBP 36.99
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A History of Communication Technology

A History of Communication Technology

This book is a comprehensive illustrated account of the technologies and inventions in mass communication that have accelerated the advancement of human culture and society. A History of Communication Technology covers a timeline in the history of mass communication that begins with human prehistory and extends all the way to the current digital age. Using rich full-color graphics and diagrams the book details the workings of various mass communication inventions from paper-making printing presses photography radio TV film and video to computers digital devices and the Internet. Readers are given insightful narratives on the social impact of these technologies brief historical accounts of the inventors and sidebars on the related technologies that enabled these inventions. This book is ideal for students in introductory mass communication visual communication and history of media courses offering a highly approachable graphic-oriented approach to the history of communication technologies. Additional digital resources for the book are available at https://comtechhistory. site/

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History of English A Resource Book for Students

History of English A Resource Book for Students

Routledge English Language Introductions cover core areas of language study and are one-stop resources for students. Assuming no prior knowledge books in the series offer an accessible overview of the subject with activities study questions sample analyses commentaries and key readings – all in the same volume. The innovative and flexible ‘two-dimensional’ structure is built around four sections – introduction development exploration and extension – which offer self-contained stages for study. Each topic can also be read across these sections enabling the reader to build gradually on the knowledge gained. This revised second edition of History of English includes: ❑ a comprehensive introduction to the history of English covering the origins of English the change from Old to Middle English and the influence of other languages on English; ❑ increased coverage of key issues such as the standardisation of English; ❑ a wider range of activities plus answers to exercises; ❑ new readings of well-known authors such as Manfred Krug Colette Moore Merja Stenroos and David Crystal; ❑ a timeline of important external events in the history of English. Structured to reflect the chronological development of the English language History of English describes and explains the changes in the language over a span of 1 500 years covering all aspects from phonology and grammar to register and discourse. In doing so it incorporates examples from a wide variety of texts and provides an interactive and structured textbook that will be essential reading for all students of English language and linguistics. | History of English A Resource Book for Students

GBP 28.99
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A History of West Africa

A History of West Africa

This book introduces readers to the rich and fascinating history of West Africa stretching all the way back to the stone age and right up to the modern day. Over the course of twenty seven short and engaging chapters the book delves into the social cultural economic and political history of West Africa through prehistory revolutions ancient empires thriving trade networks religious traditions and then the devastating impact of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade and subsequent colonial rule. The book reflects on the struggle for independence and investigates how politics and economics developed in the post-colonial period. By the end of the book readers will have a detailed understanding of the fascinating and diverse range of cultures to be found in West Africa and of how the region relates to the rest of the world. Drawing on decades of teaching and research experience this book will serve as an excellent textbook for entry-level History and African Studies courses as well as providing a perfect general introduction to anyone interested in finding out about West Africa. | A History of West Africa

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The Foundations of Marketing Practice A history of book marketing in Germany

The Foundations of Marketing Practice A history of book marketing in Germany

Between 1815 and 1890 the German book market experienced phenomenal growth driven by German publishers’ dynamic entrepreneurial attitude towards developing and distributing books. Embracing aggressive marketing on a large scale they developed a growing sense of what their markets wanted. This study based almost entirely upon primary sources including over seventy years of trade newspapers is an in depth account of how and why this market developed—decades before there was any written theory about marketing. This book is therefore about both marketing practice and marketing theory. It provides a uniquely well-researched account of how markets were developed in very sophisticated ways long before there was a formal discipline of marketing: for example German publishers used segmentation at least 150 years before the first US articles on the subject appeared. Much of their experience was also shared by the UK and US book markets through international interactions between booksellers and other businessmen. All scholars of marketing will find this historical account a fascinating insight into markets and marketing This will also be of interest to social historians scholars of German history book trade and book trade historians. | The Foundations of Marketing Practice A history of book marketing in Germany

GBP 38.99
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A History of Russian Literature Comprising 'A History of Russian Literature' and 'Contemporary Russian Literature'

A History of Russian Literature Comprising 'A History of Russian Literature' and 'Contemporary Russian Literature'

This book first published in 1949 is an abridged version of Mirsky’s classic two texts on Russian literature updated with a postscript by the editor assessing the development of Soviet literature. Beautifully written Mirsky’s analyses of Russian writers and literature go hand in hand with his takes on Russian history. From the birth of Russian literature to its Soviet form this book is a lively and comprehensive examination by one of its leading scholars. | A History of Russian Literature Comprising 'A History of Russian Literature' and 'Contemporary Russian Literature'

GBP 40.99
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A History of Ghana

A History of Ghana

A History of Ghana (1958) uses both European archives and considerable research among African traditional histories to examine the history of the Gold Coast and Ghana. The African histories are particularly important as many village traditions and more so those of larger towns have traditions that date back hundreds of years and whose accuracy can be tallied with those of their neighbours. Accounts from Western sources do not shy away from detailing British mistakes in government and the resulting book is an even-handed history with much under-read research direct from African sources.

GBP 115.00
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A History of Architectural Conservation

A History of Architectural Conservation

The first book to provide a full history of the development of architectural conservation A History of Architectural Conservation is considered a landmark publication by architectural conservation students and professionals the world over. Twenty years after its first publication this new edition of Jukka Jokilehto’s groundbreaking book continues the story to bring the history of architectural conservation right up to the modern day. Jokilehto draws on his distinguished career of over 40 years at ICCROM (International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property founded by UNESCO) to provide studies from Europe the Middle East the USA Japan India China Australia and South America. This accessible and well-written introduction to the history and theory of architectural conservation is richly illustrated in full colour and will be an essential go-to guide for students and practitioners worldwide.

GBP 56.99
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A History of Radioecology

A History of Radioecology

This book presents a history of radioecology from World War II through to the critical years of the Cold War finishing with a discussion of recent developments and future implications for the field. Drawing on a vast array of primary sources the book reviews synthesizes and discusses the implications of the ecological research supported by the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) of the United States government from World War II to the early 1970s. This was a critical period in the history of ecology characterized by a transition from the older largely descriptive studies of communities of plants and animals to the modern form of the science involving functional studies of energy flow and mineral cycling in ecosystems. This transition was in large part due to the development of radioecology which was a by-product of the Cold War and the need to understand and predict the consequences of a nuclear war that was planned but has never occurred. The book draws on important case studies such as the Pacific Proving Grounds the Nevada Test Site El Verde in Puerto Rico the Brookhaven National Laboratory and recent events such as the nuclear disasters at Chernobyl and Fukushima. By revisiting studies and archived information from the Cold War era this book offers lessons from the history of radioecology to provide background and perspective for understanding possible present-day impacts from issues of radiation risks associated with nuclear power generation and waste disposal. Post-Cold War developments in radioecology will be also reviewed and contrasted with the AEC-supported ecology research for further perspectives. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of radioecology environmental pollution environmental technology bioscience and environmental history.

GBP 34.99
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A History of Qing Economy Studies

A History of Qing Economy Studies

This book is a historiographical study of the economic history of the Qing dynasty that systematically examines the research paradigms underlying the range of historical studies conducted over the past century. In reviewing historical studies of the economic history of the Qing dynasty from an epistemological and methodological perspective the book explores how this research area emerged and developed and explores the three major paradigms that dominate the field: the revolutionary historical paradigm based on productive relations; the modernization paradigm centring on productivity and the Chinese-centric approach that seeks to understand the internal momentum of economic development. It is shown that shifts in paradigms derive not only from the linear derivation of academic ideas but are also closely related to wider changes in society and social discourse. Hence the author proposes an approach that studies economic and social history with an emphasis on social practice shedding light on a better understanding of the direction of China’s economic history. The title will benefit scholars and students interested in economic history and modern Chinese history. | A History of Qing Economy Studies

GBP 130.00
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A Cultural History of Early Modern Europe

A Cultural History of Early Modern Europe

A Cultural History of Early Modern Europe examines the relationships that developed in cities from the time of the late Renaissance through to the Napoleonic period exploring culture in the broadest sense by selecting a variety of sources not commonly used in history books such as plays popular songs sketches and documents created by ordinary people. Extending from 1480 to 1820 the book traces the flourishing cultural life of key European cities and the opportunities that emerged for ordinary people to engage with new forms of creative expression such as literature theatre music and dance. Arranged chronologically each chapter in the volume begins with an overview of the period being discussed and an introduction to the key figures. Cultural issues in political religious and social life are addressed in each section providing an insight into life in the cities most important to the creative developments of the time. Throughout the book narrative history is balanced with primary sources and illustrations allowing the reader to grasp the cultural changes of the period and their effect on public and private life. A Cultural History of Early Modern Europe is ideal for students of early modern European cultural history and early modern Europe.

GBP 34.99
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A Critical History of Psychotherapy Volume 1 From Ancient Origins to the Mid 20th Century

A Critical History of Psychotherapy Volume 1 From Ancient Origins to the Mid 20th Century

This unique book offers a comprehensive overview of the history of psychotherapy. The first of two volumes it traces the roots of psychotherapy in ancient times through the influence of Freud and Jung up to the events following World War II. The book shows how the history of psychotherapy has evolved over time through different branches and examines the offshoots as they develop. Each part of the book represents a significant period of time or a decade of the 20th century and provides a detailed overview of all significant movements within the history of psychology. The book also shows connections with history and contextualizes each therapeutic paradigm so it can be better understood in a broader social context. The book is the first of its kind to show the parallel evolution of different theories in psychotherapy. It will be essential reading for researchers and students in the fields of clinical psychology psychotherapy psychiatry the history of medicine and psychology. | A Critical History of Psychotherapy Volume 1 From Ancient Origins to the Mid 20th Century

GBP 120.00
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A Critical History of Psychotherapy Volume 2 From the Mid-20th to the 21st Century

A Critical History of Psychotherapy Volume 2 From the Mid-20th to the 21st Century

This unique book offers a comprehensive overview of the history of psychotherapy. Volume 2 traces the evolution of psychotherapy from the 1950s and the later 20th century through to modern times considering what the future of psychotherapy will look like. The book shows how the history of psychotherapy has evolved over time through different branches and examines the offshoots as they develop. Each part of the book represents a significant period of time or a decade of the 20th century and provides a detailed overview of all significant movements within the history of psychology. The book also shows connections with history and contextualizes each therapeutic paradigm so it can be better understood it in a broader social context. The book is the first of its kind to show the parallel evolution of different theories in psychotherapy. It will be essential reading for researchers and students in the fields of clinical psychology psychotherapy psychiatry the history of medicine and psychology. | A Critical History of Psychotherapy Volume 2 From the Mid-20th to the 21st Century

GBP 120.00
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Public History A Textbook of Practice

Public History A Textbook of Practice

The second edition of Public History: A Textbook of Practice offers an updated guide to the many opportunities and challenges that public history practitioners can encounter in the field. Historians can play a dynamic and essential role in contributing to public understanding of the past and those who work in historic preservation in museums and archives in government agencies as consultants as oral historians or who manage crowdsourcing projects need very specific skills. This book links theory and practice and provides students and practitioners with the tools to do public history in a wide range of settings. This new edition reflects how much the field of public history has changed in the past few years with public history now being more established and international. New chapters have therefore been added on the definition history and international scope of public history as well as on specific practices and theories such as historical fictions digital public history and shared authority. Split into four sections this textbook provides approaches methodologies and tools for historians and other public history practitioners to play a bigger role in public debates and public productions of historical interpretations: Part I focuses on the past present and future of public history. Part II explores public history sources and offers an overview of the creation collection management and preservation of materials (archives material culture oral history or historical sites). Part III deals with the different ways in which public history practitioners can produce historical narratives through different media (including texts fictions audio-visual productions exhibitions and performances). Part IV discusses the opportunities and challenges that public history practitioners encounter when working with different collaborators. Whether in public history methods courses or as a resource for practicing public historians this book lays the groundwork for making meaningful connections between historical sources and popular audiences. | Public History A Textbook of Practice

GBP 42.99
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A History of Chinese Martial Arts

A History of Chinese Martial Arts

Chinese martial arts have a long meaningful history and deep cultural roots. They blend the physical components of combat with strategy philosophy and tradition distinguishing them from Western sports. A History of Chinese Martial Arts is the most authoritative study ever written on this topic featuring contributions from leading Chinese scholars and practitioners. The book provides a comprehensive overview of all types of Chinese martial arts from the Pre-Qin Period (before 222 BC) right up to the present day in the People’s Republic of China with each chapter covering a different period in Chinese history. Including numerous illustrations of artefacts weaponry and historical drawings and documents this book offers unparalleled insight into the origins development and contemporary significance of martial arts in China. This is a fascinating read for researchers and students working in sports history Chinese sport and Chinese Studies.

GBP 39.99
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A Constitutional History of England 1642-1801

A Constitutional History of England 1642-1801

First published in 1938 A Constitutional History of England presents a comprehensive overview of various aspects and problems of English Constitutional history. Divided into six major parts it discusses important themes like parliament and the King; the period of the Restoration 1660-88; the revolution settlement 1689-1719; the age of conservatism 1720-1801; administrative developments 1660-1801; English local government; the problem of sovereignty; church and state; the forces of the Crown; and the press. This book is a must read for scholars and researchers of British history and English Constitutional history. | A Constitutional History of England 1642-1801

GBP 130.00
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A History of Postwar Russia

A History of Postwar Russia

First Published in 1966 A History of Postwar Russia covers sixteen years of Soviet history from the closing stages of the Second World War (1945) until the Twenty-second Soviet Party Congress (1961) dealing with both domestic and foreign policy and their influence on each other. It aims at giving the overall shape of Soviet history in these years. The author argues that in Soviet society each sector of activity must be viewed in relation to the whole so that the monolithic pattern of totalitarian politics can be appreciated. More than any other major power the Soviet Union did not submit easily to compartmentalized study since every branch of Soviet life was carefully trimmed to grow towards the Communist aim. This book is an essential read for scholars and researchers of Soviet history Soviet politics European history Russian history and comparative politics.

GBP 27.99
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Global Legal History A Comparative Law Perspective

Global Legal History A Comparative Law Perspective

This collection brings together a group of international legal historians to further scholarship in different areas of comparative and regional legal history. Authors are drawn from Europe Asia and the Americas to produce new insights into the relationship between law and society across time and space. The book is divided into three parts: legal history and legal culture across borders constitutional experiences in global perspective and the history of judicial experiences. The three themes and the chapters corresponding to each provide a balance between public law and private law topics and reflect a variety of methodologies both empirical and theoretical. The volume highlights the gains that may be made by comparing the development of law in different countries and different time periods. The book will be of interest to an international readership in Legal History Comparative Law Law and Society and History. | Global Legal History A Comparative Law Perspective

GBP 38.99
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