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| Charles I The reign of Charles I saw failures in war, the crisis of the 1640s, and ended with his execution. This book considers his personality, and the effects of his decisions as a ruler. It provides an authoritative introduction to the topic. .....more»» | 
| Affluence and Poverty in the Middle East Affluence and Poverty in the Middle East explores the causes and consequences of the persistent poverty and extreme inequality that have characterised the region. Using extensive empirical evidence M. Riad El-Ghonemy helps us to understand the impact of co-existing affluence and poverty. .....more»» |
| Ottoman Warfare, 1500-1700 A study of the Ottoman military machine and its successes in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East in a period when they were feared by Western European states and were the focus of much military concern. .....more»» | 
| Linguistics and the Third Reich - Mother-tongue Fascism, Race and the Science of Language This book is an insightful account of the academic politics of the Nazi era. Hutton situates Nazi linguistics within the politics of Hitler's state and the history of modern linguistics. .....more»» |
| Nineteenth-Century Short Stories by Women - A Routledge Anthology Brings together 28 lively and readable stories, many of which are re-published here for the first time since their original appearance. Includes fiction by Maria Edgeworth, Mary Shelley, Elizabeth Gaskell and Margaret Oliphant. .....more»» | 
| Cocaine - Global Histories 'An important resource for anyone interested in drug history and politics, and an indispensable one for those who would understand cocaine in a global context.' - David Courtwright, University of North Florida .....more»» |
| Military Intervention in the 1990s By considering the operational factors involved in all types of intervention, and by examining some of the historical precedents for these operations, Richard Connaughton provides a timely interpretation of international affairs. .....more»» | 
| Ancient History: Key Themes and Approaches Ancient History is a sourcebook of writings on ancient history. It offers an invaluable introduction to the most important ideas, theories and controversies, and a thought-provoking survey of the range of views and approaches. .....more»» |
| Humanism A clear account of the major issues and debates, from classical to modern literature and drama. Key names discussed in this wide-ranging survey include Nietzsche, Heidegger, Foucault, Pico, Erasmus, Marx and Milton. .....more»» | 
| Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Hume on Morality This lucid and clearly-organised introduction to Hume's moral philosophy is of particular value to students looking for a reliable review of Hume's central arguments in his seminal Treatise on Human Nature. .....more»» |
| The Black Culture Industry Cashmore's controversial study argues that black culture has been converted into a commodity, usually in the interests of white owned corporations; that blacks have been permitted success within the entertainment industry only on the condition that they conform to certain stereotypes; and that black entrepreneurs, when they rise to the top of the corporate entertainment ladder, have tended to act precisely as whites have in similar circumstances. .....more»» | 
| Shakespeare: The Basics This clear guide demystifies Shakespeare for the beginning reader. An essential reference resource of ideas and approaches, it is fully illustrated with examples from some of the most frequently studied plays. .....more»» |
| New Labour in Power - Precedents and Prospects Combines historical, political and practical approaches to the questions raised by the election victory. Includes much-needed analysis of the current state of the party and invaluable insight into the context of longer-term trends. .....more»» | 
| Ideologies of Globalization - Contending Visions of a New World Order Timely, informative and controversial, this book is essential reading for all those seeking to understand American politics and current developments within the global political economy. .....more»» |
| The Superpowers - A Short History The Superpowers traces the development of the USA and Russia from 1898 to 2000, placing the cold war, from inception to ending, into the wider social, economic and political context. .....more»» | 
| America's Trade Follies This book controversially argues that the global political economy is hardening into distinct regional blocs, which threatens American prosperity and dangers US security by dividing the globe along economic and political lines. .....more»» |
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