Basics

Marketing: The Basics
‘…a punchy, stripped-down version of what marketing is all about.’ – The Times Higher Education Supplement
If you have a product you’re looking to market, or...
2009 | Paperback: 978-0-415-77900-5 (Routledge)

Buddhism: The Basics
Buddhism: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating religion. Examining the historical development of Buddhism and its presence today, this guide...
2009 | Paperback: 978-0-415-40880-6 (Routledge)

European Union: The Basics
Fully updated to include the new Treaty of Lisbon, this is the best short and accessible introduction to the politics of the European Union, written...
2008 | Paperback: 978-0-415-41467-8 (Routledge)

Jazz: the Basics
Jazz: The Basics gives a brief introduction to a century of jazz, ideal for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this...
2007 | Paperback: 978-0-415-96694-8 (Routledge)

Archaeology: The Basics
This second edition from our successful Basics series presents another chance to delve into this increasingly popular subject. Fully updated, Archaeology: The Basics has been revised...
2007 | Paperback: 978-0-415-35975-7 (Routledge)

International Relations: The Basics
International Relations is a concise and accessible introduction for students new to international relations and for the general reader. It offers the most up-to-date guide...
2007 | Paperback: 978-0-415-31185-4 (Routledge)

The Qur'an: The Basics
This highly topical introduction to the holy book of Islam includes essential reference resources such as a chronology of the revelation, weblinks and extensive guides...
2007 | Paperback: 978-0-415-41163-9 (Routledge)

Semiotics: The Basics
This updated second edition provides a clear and concise introduction to the key concepts of semiotics in accessible and jargon-free language. With a revised introduction...
2007 | Paperback: 978-0-415-36375-4 (Routledge)

Finance: The Basics
2006 | Paperback: 978-0-415-38463-6 (Routledge)

Film Studies: The Basics
This engaging and accessible introduction explores the intricacies of the film world to show how anyone can gain a broader understanding and a more pleasurable...
2006 | Paperback: 978-0-415-36139-2 (Routledge)

Judaism: The Basics
The oldest of the world’s major faiths, Judaism as practiced today represents a tradition that goes back nearly 6,000 years. Accessible and wide-ranging, Judaism: The...
2006 | Paperback: 978-0-415-40176-0 (Routledge)

Shakespeare: The Basics
The second edition of this best-selling guide demystifies Shakespeare’s plays and brings critical ideas within a beginner’s grasp. The text provides a thorough general introduction...
2006 | Paperback: 978-0-415-36246-7 (Routledge)

Folk Music: The Basics
Folk Music: The Basics gives a brief introduction to British and American folk music. Drawing upon the most recent and relevant scholarship, it will focus...2006 | Paperback: 978-0-415-97160-7 (Routledge)

Opera: The Basics
Opera: The Basics offers an excellent introduction to four centuries of opera. Its easy to follow sections explore topics including:
- the origins of opera
- basic terminology
- the history of...
2005 | Paperback: 978-0-415-97072-3 (Routledge)

Islam: The Basics
With nearly 1500 rich years of history and culture to its name, Islam is one of the world’s great faiths and, in modern times, the...
2005 | Paperback: 978-0-415-34106-6 (Routledge)

Anthropology: The Basics
The ultimate guide for the student encountering anthropology for the first time, Anthropology: The Basics explains and explores key anthropological concepts including:
- what is anthropology?
- how can...
2005 | Paperback: 978-0-415-33120-3 (Routledge)

Criminology: The Basics
As crime continues to be a high profile issue troubling politicians, the public and the media alike, the study of criminology has boomed.
Providing an...
2005 | Paperback: 978-0-415-33554-6 (Routledge)

Roman Catholicism: The Basics
From the basic ideas and terms, to its structures and practices, this book offers a plain-speaking introduction to Roman Catholicism. It covers:
- Roman Catholic beliefs and...
2005 | Paperback: 978-0-415-26381-8 (Routledge)

World Music: The Basics
World Music: The Basics gives a concise introduction to popular musical styles found around the world. Organized alphabetically by region and then by country, it...
2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-96801-0 (Routledge)

Blues: The Basics
Blues: The Basics offers a concise introduction to a century of the blues. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the major eras in the growth and...
2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-97068-6 (Routledge)

Economics: The Basics
Economics: The Basics provides a fascinating introduction to the key issues in contemporary economics. With case studies ranging from the coffee plantations of El Salvador...2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-31412-1 (Routledge)

European Union: the Basics
Covering all the basics and more, this book is a concise and accessible introduction for students new to the study of the European Union, and...2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-30330-9 (Routledge)

Management: The Basics
Management: The Basics provides an easy, jargon-free introduction to the fundamental principles and practices of modern management. Using examples ranging from people management at Cadbury...
2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-32018-4 (Routledge)

Philosophy: The Basics
Now in its fourth edition, Nigel Warburton's best-selling book gently eases the reader into the world of philosophy. Each chapter considers a key area of...2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-32773-2 (Routledge)

Poetry: The Basics
How do I read a poem? Do I really understand poetry?
This comprehensive guide demystifies the world of poetry, exploring poetic forms and traditions which can...
2004 | Paperback: 978-0-415-28764-7 (Routledge)

The Internet: The Basics
The Internet: The Basics provides a concise and clearly written introduction to the study of the internet. Covering its practical application as a tool for...2002 | Paperback: 978-0-415-25746-6 (Routledge)

Sociology: The Basics
This is a book for anyone who wants to know what sociology is and what sociologists do. In a subject which has changed dramatically over...1999 | Paperback: 978-0-415-17264-6 (Routledge)

Language: The Basics
What makes human language unique?
Do women speak differently from men?
Just what is the meaning of "meaning"?
Language: The Basics provides a concise introduction to the study...
1999 | Paperback: 978-0-415-34019-9 (Routledge)
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