Medieval philosophy

essential readings with commentary

The study of medieval philosophy has often been lost between the foundational importance of ancient thought and the grandeur of the renaissance. In recent years, though, medieval philosophy has reawakened significant interest, playing an important role in our understanding of the history of ideas. "Medieval ...

Citizenship

discourse, theory, and transnational prospects

A significant addition to the growing body of literature in the field, this wide-ranging overview explores the important role of citizenship in the world 's liberal democracies and how it is evolving. Long a neglected topic in the social sciences, citizenship is now at the ...

A guide to hellenistic literature

This book is a guide to the Greek literature of the Hellenistic period, from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE to the Battle of Actium in 31 BCE. It demonstrates how, during this period, Greek culture spread to Egypt and the Near ...

Mergers and acquisitions

Part of the new "Blackwell Images of Strategy" series, this highly topical book provides multi-disciplinary perspectives on the important area of Mergers & Acquisitions, ranging from finance to psychology, on the subject of mergers and acquisitions. A stimulating mixture of critique, analysis and cases, each chapter: introduces key frameworks that relate to a particular perspective; incorporates case studies where these frameworks can be used for interpretive and diagnostic purposes; invites readers to apply the frameworks as maps ...

The Blackwell companion to globalization

This Companion features 35 original essays on the complexity of globalization and its diverse and sometimes conflicting effects. Written by top scholars in the field, it offers a nuanced and detailed examination of globalization that includes both positive and critical evaluations. The essays focus on ...

Spain centuries of crisis

This book is a comprehensive history of Spain from the turn of the fourteenth century to the union of the Crowns of Castile and Aragon in 1474. In the early 1300s instabilities threatened to undermine Spain's basic social, economic, political, and cultural structures. This ...

A companion to the ancient Near East

"A Companion to the Ancient Near East" offers students and general readers a comprehensive overview of Near Eastern civilization from the Bronze Age to the conquests of Alexander the Great. Written by leading experts, the book examines all the major civilizations of the region, including ...

An introduction to the archaeology of ancient Egypt

Tutankhamen; looted pyramids of ancient kings; the Valley of the Kings - few civilizations excite the imagination like that of ancient Egypt. Yet, to date, there has been no comprehensive introduction to Egyptian archaeology. This skillfully organized book guides the reader from Egypt's prehistoric past ...

War in late antiquity

a social history

War in Late Antiquity is the first book to focus on the social impact of warfare and the Roman army from the third to the early seventh century AD. Drawing on the rich and varied source materials for the period, Doug Lee investigates how the ...

Ethics in finance

This second edition of the ground-breaking "Ethics in Finance" is an up-to-date, valuable addition to the emerging field of finance ethics. Citing examples of the scandals that have shaken public confidence in Wall Street, John R Boatright explains the importance of ethics in the operation ...

Approaching the italian Renaissance interior

sources, methodologies, debates

The Renaissance interior is increasingly becoming a focus of historical debate. This volume brings together recent research drawing on the perspectives of an interdisciplinary group of scholars, combining innovative approaches, case studies, and methodological critiques. Through a shared interest in domestic practice, the collection expands ...

The Blackwell history of the latin language

"The Blackwell History of the Latin Language" charts the development of Latin from its prehistoric origins in the Indo-European language family, through the earliest texts, to the creation of the 'Classical language of Cicero and Vergil', and examines the impact of the spread of spoken ...

A Companion to Heidegger

The" Blackwell Companion to Heidegger "is a complete gui2007-12-18 of Martin Heidegger, one of the most influential philosophers of the twentieth century. Considers the most important elements of Heidegger's intellectual biography, including his notorious involvement with National Socialism Provides a systematic and comprehensive exploration ...

Games and information

an introduction to Game Theory

Written in a crisp and approachable style, Games and Information uses simple modeling techniques and straightforward explanations to provide students with an understanding of game theory and information economics. * Written for introductory courses seeking a little rigor. * The 4th edition brings the material fully up-to-date ...

Early modern philosophy

essential readings with commentary

"Early Modern Philosophy" is a complete introduction to the most significant and influential philosophers of the first part of the modern era. Spanning the 16th through the early part of the 18th century, early modern philosophy marks a critical shift in the ideas that have ...

The Blackwell companion to contemporary Islamic thought

'The Blackwell Companion to Contemporary Islamic Thought' reflects the variety of trends, voices, and opinions in the contemporary Muslim intellectual scene. It challenges Western misconceptions about the modern Muslim world, demonstrating that it is far from being a monolithic religious, cultural and intellectual phenomenon. The ...

The Blacwell companion to the Qur'an

'The Blackwell Companion to the Qur'an' is the ideal resource for anyone who wishes to read and understand the Qur'an as a text and as a vital piece of Muslim life. The volume is divided into seven accessible sections, including an initial orientation ...

The Blackwell companion to the Bible and culture

'The Blackwell Companion to the Bible and Culture' offers readers a stimulating, one-volume reference source about twenty- first century approaches to the Bible. Drawing on interdisciplinary and international examples, the volume explores how the Bible has impacted on all the major social contexts where it ...

A companion to Nietzsche

Nietzsche's philosophy exercised a mesmerizing influence on twentieth-century thought, and continues to be a significant source of inspiration for work in all the major branches of philosophical inquiry. "A Companion to Nietzsche" showcases contemporary research and scholarship, and provides a comprehensive guide to all ...

Thinking about religion

an historical introduction to theories of Religion

Is the Bible unique and flawless divine revelation? Or is it an historical human document subject to criticism? Is religious experience a link to the divine? Or is it a product of social pressure or psychological malformation? This book tells the story of how and ...

Contesting the Crusades

In this book Norman Housley, one of the most distinguished historians of the medieval period, provides an authoritative introduction to the crusades. Drawing on 30 years' experience, Housley steers readers through the key historical debates. Almost every aspect of the long and complex history of ...

Julius Caesar in western culture

Julius Caesar is not only the most famous Roman of them all. He has also been surprisingly relevant in many different periods, for many different societies and people. Edited by a leading expert on the reception of ancient Rome, this interdisciplinary volume examines Caesar's ...