Very short introductions

"This . . . [book] reviews the central events, machines, and people that feature in established accounts of the history of computing, critically examining received perceptions and providing a . . . look at the nature and development of the modern electronic computer"--Amazon.

An introduction to geometry.

A brief introduction to forensic science that discusses how it is used, its principles and practices, challenges facing it, and other related topics.

A brief history of World War I, looking at conditions in the major power countries of Europe in 1914, and discussing significant people and events from the opening campaigns to the settlement. Includes maps.

"Explores the history and culture of pharaonic Egypt, including ideas about Egyptian kingship, religion, ethics, customs, and writing systems. The ancient Egyptians are an enduring source of fascination and mystery; for generations, mummies and pyramids, curses and rituals have captured the imagination. This . . . [book] draws on . . . archaeological discoveries and scholarship on ancient Egypt. It considers issues relating to the history of Egyptology, ethnicity, race, gender, and sexual relations. Moreover, it examines the impact of the Arab Spring on approaches to Egyptian museums and cultural heritage all over the world"--Provided by publisher.

"Proposes a new theory of American poetry. Written in . . . language and enlivened with . . . examples, it shows that two characteristics mark the vast, contentious literature. On the one hand, several of its major poets and critics claim that America needs a poetry equal to the country's own distinctiveness. On the other hand, American poetry welcomes techniques, styles, and traditions that originate from outside the country. Its influences range far beyond America's borders. The force of these two competing characteristics drives both individual accomplishment and the broader field"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a brief overview of the issues of medical ethics, and examines a range of difficult questions--both personal and politcal--from euthanasia, to treating mental illness, and gentic testing.

An overview of the industrial revolution in Great Britain, covering how it transformed industry and affected the social classes, factors that led to it, its spread, and more.

"Energy is vital for a good standard of living, and much of the world's population does not have enough. Affordable and adequate sources of power that do not cause climate change or pollution are crucial; and renewables provide the answer. Wind and solar farms can now provide the cheapest electricity in many parts of the world. Moreover, they could provide all of the world's energy needs. But while market forces are fast helping the transition from fossil fuels to renewables, there are opposing pressures, such as the USA's proposed withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, and the vested interests in fossil fuels. This book describes the main renewable sources of energy--solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass--as well as the less well-developed ones--geothermal, tidal, and wave"--OCLC.

"The Cold War dominated international life from the end of World War II to the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. But how did the conflict begin? Why did it move from its initial origins in Postwar Europe to encompass virtually every corner of the globe? And why, after lasting so long, did the war end so suddenly and unexpectedly? [The author] considers these questions and more, as well as looking at the legacy of the Cold War and its impact on international relations"--Provided by publisher.