The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern

A layman's guide to art history free from bogged down, convoluted theories provides the reader with a basic working knowledge of art and its influence on society, from ancient times to today.

Work in America: An Encyclopedia of History, Policy, and Society

Focusing on developments since the Industrial Revolution, entries cover specific businesses, industries, and types of work; labor relations; compensation and benefits; notable individuals, groups, and organizations; theories and trends; legislation and public policy; training; immigration issues; and more. In addition to the table of contents, there is a listing of entries by category.

Dragonsdawn by Anne McCaffrey

Readers who for two decades have been following the fortunes of the dragonriders and other inhabitants of the planet Pern will welcome the latest volume, chronicling the early years. It stands very much on its own, however; knowing about the later history of the planet only adds enjoyment. After 15 years of cold sleep, 6000 colonists land on Pern, seeking a simpler existence, escaping the aftermath of interstellar war and an overly technical society. The colony prospers until the consuming Threada force that destroys all life it comes in contact withmakes its first appearance.

Explorations in the Sociology of Language and Religion (Discourse Approaches to Politics, Society and Culture)

Social scientists from many countries provide an overview of the nature of the interface between language and religion as revealed by the sociological study of them. Among their topics are language and world order in Baha'i perspective, societal multi-lingualism and multi-faithism, maligned and misunderstood marginal movements and British law, and the role of liturgical literacy in British Muslim communities.

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In this uniquely comprehensive historical study, Adam Watson draws on a lifetime of research and diplomatic experience to explain how international societies function. He examines the systems of ancient states, from Sumer through India, China, Greece, Rome, and Islam, and conducts an in-depth analysis of the worldwide contemporary society which developed from them. The Evolution of International Society describes and compares the changing rules and practices of ancient systems, showing their development within a spectrum ranging ...