Very Short Introductions offer concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, new insights, and enthusiasm to make often challenging topics highly readable to develop your core knowledge.
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Philosophy of Science by Samir Okasha (Very short introductions)
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What is science? Is science objective? Can science explain everything? Philosophy of Science: A Very Short Introduction explores the main …
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Socialism by Michael Newman (Very short introductions)
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Socialism: A Very Short Introduction looks at the history of socialism and its contemporary relevance. Is socialism an outdated ideology …
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Philosophy by Edward Craig (Very short introductions)
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Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction looks at different schools of philosophy and classic philosophical problems, via readings from Plato, Hume, …
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The Philosophy of Law by Raymond Wacks (Very Short Introductions)
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The concept of law shapes the character of our community and underlies issues from racism and abortion to human rights …
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Logic: A Very Short Introduction by Graham Priest (Very short introductions)
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"Logic is often perceived as an esoteric subject, having little to do with the rest of philosophy, and even less …
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Capitalism by James Fulcher (Very Short Introductions)
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The word ‘capitalism’ is heard and used frequently, but what is capitalism about, and what does it mean? Capitalism: A …
