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Economics: A Very Short Introduction
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Economics: A Very Short IntroductionEconomics: A Very Short Introduction

Here Partha Dasgupta, an internationally recognized authority in economics, presents readers with a solid introduction to its basic concepts, including efficiency, equity, sustainability, dynamic equilibrium, property rights, markets and public goods. Throughout, he highlights the relevance of economics to everyday life, providing a very human exploration of a technical subject.
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Introduction to Conversation Analysis
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Introduction to Conversation AnalysisIntroduction to Conversation Analysis

This introduction is designed to give an overview of conversation analysis. It begins by locating conversation analysis as a methodology amongst other methodologies, and describing conversation analysis as body of knowledge which reveals the ways in which language works in communication.

 
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Film Theory: An Introduction through the Senses
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Film Theory: An Introduction through the SensesFilm Theory: An Introduction through the Senses

What is the relationship between cinema and spectator? That is the central question for film theory, and renowned film scholars Thomas Elsaesser and Malte Hagener use this question to guide students through all of the major film theories—from the classical period to today—in this insightful, engaging book.
 
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Psychology and Law: A Critical Introduction, Third Edition
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Psychology and Law: A Critical Introduction, Third EditionPsychology and Law: A Critical Introduction, Third Edition

Fully revised and expanded, the third edition of Psychology and Law: A Critical Introduction is an up-to-date discussion of contemporary debates at the interface between psychology and criminal law. Features new sections on restorative justice, police prejudice and discrimination, terrorism and profiling offenders.
 
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The French Revolution: A Very Short Introduction
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The French Revolution: A Very Short IntroductionThe French Revolution: A Very Short Introduction

The French Revolution is one of the most significant events in world history. So much has been written about it that it can be difficult to find a good place to start exploring the subject. Well, look no more. William Doyle has written a terrific introduction to the topic that is wonderful in its scope and yet concise. In this book he is more concerned with why the French Revolution mattered and has continued to matter, that with a retelling of what happened.
 
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