Beginners' guides

Presents an introduction to the Bible, focusing on its origins, content and interpretation, and legacy.

Presents a guide to French literature, from the Middle Ages through the twentieth century.

An introduction to epistemology, the study of knowledge, examining the concepts of knowledge, belief, and truth as perceived by different philosophies.

"Outlines the history and current extent of key crimes against humanity, and highlights the efforts of popular movements to suppress them. Using examples ranging from the genocides in Darfur and Rwanda to the sex trade of Eastern Europe and the use of torture in the 'war on terror... explores the progress made in toughening international law, and the stumbling blocks which prevent full compliance with it."--Provided by OCLC.

An introduction to criminal psychology, reviewing the research and theories upon which criminal psychology is based, and looking at the different roles in which criminal psychologists work and how they contribute to the criminal justice process.

An introduction to the United Nations that provides information on its structure, purpose, key personalities, major resolutions, peacekeeping record, and impact on the world.

Reviews the history of opera, discusses issues of composition, performance, politics, gender, and race as they relate to the art form, and assesses the place of opera in the modern world.

An introduction to existentialist philosophy that discusses the central ideas--which includes freedom, authenicity, anxiety, and the Absurd--with references to classic films, novels, and plays; and also profiles some of the important figures--Nietzsche, Camus, and Sartre.

An introduction to epistemology, the study of knowledge, examining the concepts of knowledge, belief, and truth as perceived by different philosophies.

An introduction to dyslexia that explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for those who have been diagnosed with this reading disorder; and includes a list of additional resources.