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A Very Short IntroductionWe live an information-soaked existence - information pours into our lives through television, radio, books, and of course, the Internet. Some say we suffer from 'infoglut'. But what is information? The concept of 'information' is a profound one, rooted in mathematics, central to whole branches of...

A Critical AppraisalAtlantic history, with its emphasis on inter-regional developments that transcend national borders, has risen to prominence as a fruitful perspective through which to study the interconnections among Europe, North America, Latin America, and Africa. These original essays present a comprehensive and incisive look at how Atlantic...

What do we mean when we call a work of art `beautiful`? How do perceptions of beauty change with the passage of time? Elizabeth Prettejohn explores these crucial questions, showing the vital relationship between our changing notions of beauty and specific works of art. She charts the story of western art, from eighteenth-century Germany to the late...

This book provides current information and practical advice on the underlying causes, diagnosis and management of infertility in a clear and concise style that is accessible to patients....

An Anatomy of American NationalismOriginally published over half a decade ago, Anatol Lieven's America Right or Wrong has become a classic analysis of the special character of American nationalism. In this expanded new edition, he includes and in-depth analysis of the domestic component of both his fundmental concepts--the American creed and the...

A Practical Guide to Understanding and Teaching Woodwind InstrumentsWind Talk: A Practical Guide to Understanding and Teaching Woodwind Instruments is        a user-friendly source of pedagogical information specific to woodwind instruments.          It is designed to facilitate understanding of terminology, topics, and concepts        frequently...