Collection: Reference

Philosophy written in Arabic and the Islamic world represents one of the great traditions of Western philosophy. Isspired by Greek philosophical works and the indigenous ideas of Islamic theology.

Miller is regarded as one of the most important playwrights of the 20th century, and his work continues to be widely performed & studied around the world. This edition contains a detailed chronology of the work of this influential dramatist

This book introduces in a lively and succinct way the major writers, literary movements, styles and genres that, at the beginning of a new century, are seen as constituting the field of "Australian literature". The book consciously takes a perspective that sees literary works not as aesthetic obj...

Celebrates the extraordinary riches of the 20th century operatic repertoire in a collection of specially commissioned essays written by a team of academics, critics and practitioners. Beginning with a discussion of the century's vital inheritance....

In an increasingly urbanized and technological world hunting and gathering societies have persisted and thrive on 5 continents. Case studies of over 50 tell a story of resilience in the face of change, of ancient ways now combined with trappings of modern

The book offers a unique experience of the English language, exploring its past, present and future. The author systematically explains the history, structure, variety and range of uses of English worldwide, employing a rich apparatus of text, pictures, t

Illustrated in colour throughout, this is the most comprehensive general reference book on the history, structure and worldwide use of English ever written.

Contains information on the performing arts and artists of 20 countries, from Pakistan, through India and Southeast Asia, to China, Japan and Korea.