This historical volume on Soviet leader Joseph Stalin and Stalinism is part of series "designed to bridge the gap between current research and debate, and the broad, popular general surveys that often
This book is about a couple, not a single, dominant ruler. Thus it raises issues of gender, and the dynamics of a marriage over thirty-five years, as well as the practice of monarchical power. The rea
This study provides both an introduction to, and an overview of, Napoleon's impact on France and Europe. It explores his origins and personality, assesses his contribution to the crucial changes in th
Throughout a long and speetaculary successful political life. the Emperor Augustus (63BC-AD14) was a master of spin. Barbara Levick exposes the techniques which he used to disguise the ruthlessness of
Finaldi (history, U. of Western Australia) gives undergraduates the facts behind Mussolini and his rise to power along with several interesting questions about why so many amongst the European intelli
Small and inexpensive, Simple, Clear, and Correct: Essays provides a brief, yet thorough, introduction to writing college essays and research writing, presenting guidelines and explanations for each s
Bismarck?s role in the unification and consolidation of Germany is central to any understanding of Germany's development as a nation and its consequent role as aggressor in two world wars. This study
Updated in a new 2nd edition, Agendas, Alternatives, and Public Policies has been reissued in this Longman Classics edition, featuring a new epilogue: Health Care Reform from Clinton to Obama. Compari
The author of several books on terrorism and international conflict, Whittaker attempts in his latest volume to clarify and disentangle some of the main problems of counter-terrorism--especially that
Going Astray: Dickens and London is a major new work of criticism that attempts a reading of Dickens' novels in the light of the study of London. Its guiding premise is that Dickens' novels not only u
Now in its ninth edition, Power and Politics in California continues its tradition of asking Californians to take a hard and systematic look at their state governance, and engage themselves in a crit
Part of the Longman Library of Primary Sources in Philosophy,” this first volume of Schopenhauer's The World as Will and Presentation is framed by a pedagogical structure designed to make this important work of philosophy more accessible and meaningful for readers. A General Introduction includes the work's historical context, a discussion of historical influences, and biographical information on Arthur Schopenhauer. Annotations and notes from the editor clarify difficult passages for greater understanding, and a bibliography gives the reader additional resources for further study.
For courses in Vocabulary Development. Helps students build and use strong vocabularies Active Vocabulary makes the study of vocabulary enjoyable. Through thematic readings, self-tests, and inter
For courses in Writing. Shows students “What’s the point?” of improving writing skills Writing for Life: Sentences and Paragraphs is part of a two-book series that helps
For courses in English and Writing. Emphasizes the importance of style in writing for a global audienceStyle: Lessons in Clarity and Grace asserts that style is a matter of making informed choic
Clear, step-by-step writing instruction, ample annotated student essays, and extensive practice opportunities for writing have made The Longman Writer one of the most successful methods-of-development
Writing the perfect complement to their bestseller, Introducing Public Administration, Shafritz and Borick highlight the great drama inherent in public policy — and the ingenuity of its makers and adm
This comprehensive selection includes complete texts of all Blake's best known work: The Songs of Innocence and of Experience, The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, The Book of Thel, Visions of the Daughte
The twelve years of the Third Reich casts a dark shadow over history. Fierce debates still rage over many of the hows, whys and wherefores of this perplexing period. Leading expert on German history,
"...Ansari has written a straightforward, though skilfully analytical, history of Iran" Times Literary Supplement (praise for the first edition) Today?s Iran is rarely out of the headlines. Labe
Governor of two states, president of an independent republic, and for thirteen years a United States senator, Sam Houston forged a life of great adventures, frequent controversy, and lasting achievem
Sixties Britain provides a more nuanced and engaging history of Britain. This book analyses the main social, political, cultural and economic changes Britain undertook as well as focusing on the 'sile
He conquered most of the known world and thought himself a god. However, he also died a paranoid, alcoholic wreck at the age of 33...after which his entire empire collapsed. So, just how great was Ale
This is an account of how the daily lives of ordinary peoples were changed, profoundly and permanently, by these three momentous decades 1914-1945. Often depicted in negative terms Peter Dewey finds a
In this interdisciplinary book, Juliane House breaks new ground by situating translation within Applied Linguistics. In thirteen chapters, she examines translation as a means of communication across
Style: The Basics of Clarity and Grace reflectsthe wisdom and clear authorial voice of Williams’ best-selling book,Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace, while streamlining every chapter to create a ver
Germany, 1914-1933: Politics, Society and Culture takes a fresh and critical look at a crucial period in German history. Rather than starting With the traditional date, of 1918, the book begins with t
"A thoroughly learned, clear-eyed and engaging read.? Dominic Sandbrook, The Sunday Times, on The Great British Bobby (2009) ?Crime is one aspect of the world that seems to get inexorably worse as
The Longman Handbook for Writers and Readers, Sixth Edition, emphasizes writing for different audiences, explores the connection between reading and writing, and presents superior writing across th
Praise for An Introduction to Literature, Criticism and Theory ?Sparkling, enthusiastic, and admirably well-informed' - HeleneCixous 'By far the best introduction we have, bar none. This un
This fully revised and updated 4th edition of John Storey?s successful reader in Cultural Theory and Popular Culture provides a theoretical, analytical and historical introduction to the study of popu
The second half of the nineteenth century was an era of relative tranquillity and progress It was an age of free acquisition and disposition of private property among individuals and families, in a ph
Aldhouse-Green (archaeology, Cardiff U., Wales) recounts the earliest freedom movement recorded from Britain, and the warrior, queen, and mother who raised an army of over 200,000, caused the death of
Legends, Lore, and Lies presents critical readings in five sections–urban legends, alternative medicine, the media’s role in public gullibility, psychics and the paranormal, and pseudo science–to d
In this biography, David Edmunds examines the life of legendary Shawnee leader Tecumesh and his pivotal role in defending the Native American way of life. Since his death as an avowed warrior at
Basil Davidson's famous book -- now updated in a welcome Third Edition -- reviews the social and political history of Africa in the twentieth century. It takes the reader from the colonial era through
Acclaimed for its compelling readings and provocative images, Reading Culture provides outstanding instruction on how to read and write critically about the culture that surrounds us.
Apartheid was an oppressive and brutal system of racial discrimination that captured and appalled world opinion during the latter half of the twentieth century. South Africa: The Rise and Fall of Apar
Myth and Creative Writing is a unique and practical guide to the arts of creative writing. It: Gives a historical perspective on the storyteller's art Takes a wide view of myth, to include: legends,
