Marcus Weeks

Learn about the religions of the world - in minutes. What are the differences between Sunni and Shi'a, Catholic and Protestant, Buddhism and Confucianism? Who were Moses, Jesus and Muhammad, and what did they really preach? Why are the concepts of karma, jihad and nirvana so important? And what do the religions of the world say about life, death and how we should act? Answering these and many other critical questions, this book explains the histories, key texts, prophets and essential teachings of the ancient and modern religions and their offshoots, including: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Greek, Roman and Norse mythologies, indigenous traditional religions, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, Daoism, Confucianism, Shinto, Catholicism, Protestantism, Anglicanism, Baptists, Methodists, Puritans, Mormons, Sufism, Hasidism, Scientology, Baha'I, New pagans and many more, as well as considering their common themes and the future of religion.Clear, concise and with 200 iconic images, Religion in Minutes is the fastest, fullest way to understand the beliefs that shape the world around us.

"Innehållsrik, tankeväckande och bred introduktionsbok" Bibliotekstjänst, Yrla Dentén Kan datorer tänka? Vad är konst? Vad är tid? Vet jag någonting? Jag tänker, alltså finns jag Filosofi är stora och små frågor som rör alla delar av vårt liv. Om du någonsin har undrat över livets mysterier så är detta en bok för dig - En grundkurs i filosofi. FILOSOFI - SÅ ATT DU FÖRSTÅR förklarar komplexa filosofiska idéer så att alla kan förstå. Boken in­troducerar stora tänkare, filosofiska teorier och banbrytande idéer som har påverkat filosofin genom tiderna. Stora frågor behandlas och med hjälp av grafik, diagram och citat knyts dessa till det vardagliga livet. Svåra ämnen blir enklare, engagerande och stimulerande. Vad är kunskap? Vad är verklighet? Vad är själen? Vad är resonemang? Vad är rätt och vad är fel? David Hume Platon René Descartes Aristoteles Ludwig Wittgenstein Simone de Beauvoir Thomas Hobbes Immanuel Kant Boken riktar sig till vuxna, men detta är en guide som alla tänkande har glädje av.

Quick, accessible, compact guide to understanding key political concepts. Contents include: Liberty, Justice, Equality, Human rights, Social contract, Democracy, Monarchy, Anarchism, Capitalism, Socialism, Nationalism and Globalisation.

Learn about how we organise our society in The Sociology Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Sociology in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Sociology Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Sociology, with:- More than 80 ideas from the world's most renowned sociologists- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Sociology Book is the perfect introduction to a range of societal issues, ranging from government and gender identity to inequalities and globalisation, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll find biographies of key sociologists and social activists that give a historical context to each idea. Your Sociology Questions, Simply ExplainedThis book explores the similar issues that affect us all; the tension between the needs of the individual and society, the changing workplace, and the role of everything from government to mass culture in our lives. If you thought it was difficult to learn about social theory, The Sociology Book presents key information in a clear layout. Learn about issues of equality, diversity, identity, and human rights; the role of institutions; and the rise of urban living in modern society, with superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries. The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Sociology Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

To what extent is memory based on mood? Why do we compare ourselves to others? Are there different types of intelligence? How do we change with age? This book answers all these questions and many more in 200 short and accessible essays. From Pavlov's dogs to experimental ethics and from the development of personality to cognitive behavioural therapy, this book will take you from the foundations of psychological thought to modern-day applications, drawing on recent research and established theories. Each essay is accompanied by an illustration or diagram to help unravel complex ideas. The principles of psychology apply to each and every one of us as they shed light on everything from our childhood development to our interaction with others - and Psychology in Minutes is the perfect insight to this fascinating subject. Contents include: Behaviourism, Experimental ethics, Problem solving, Illusions and paradoxes, Dream analysis, Management and leadership, Compliance and conformity, Attitudes and prejudices, Attraction, Moral development, Gender development, The big five personality traits, Classification of mental disorders, Criticisms of psychoanalysis, Positive psychology, Advertising and the media and The working environment.

Er vi egentlig selvstendige individer eller gjør vi bare som alle andre? Hvorfor husker vi visse ting, men glemmer andre? Kan man virkelig måle intelligens? Slike spørsmål er utgangspunktet til verdens fremste tenkere og forskere innenfor det fascinerende feltet psykologi, som du møter i denne boka. Den store psykologiboka er skrevet i et enkelt språk og er full av fyldige forklaringer og diagrammer. Med enkle fremstillinger av kompliserte teorier, minneverdige sitater og artige illustrasjoner leker denne boka med våre tanker og oppfatninger. Enten psykologi er noe helt nytt for deg, du er en engasjert student eller en som liker å lære nye ting, vil du finnere mye fascinerende og stimulerende stoff i denne boka.

Philosophy in Minutes distils 200 of the most important philosophical ideas into easily digestible, bite-sized sections. The core information for every topic - including debates such as the role of philosophy in science and religion, key thinkers from Aristotle to Marx, and introductions to morality and ethics - is explained in straightforward language, using illustrations to make the concepts easy to understand and remember. Whether you are perplexed by existentialism or pondering the notion of free will, this accessible small-format book will help any reader to quickly grasp the basics of this highly nuanced subject. Chapters include: Truth and logic, Marxism, Communism and Socialism, Ontology, Philosophy and literature, Existence of God, Feminist theory, Consciousness, The future of philosophy.

At 5 years old, he composed a minuet. By six, he was performing for royalty. The compelling story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a timeless tale of musical genius, its rewards, and its pitfalls. Author and musician Marcus Weeks takes us around Mozart's world--from the Royal courts of 18th century Europe to the opera houses and balls where Mozart enjoyed triumph and fame. We meet the kings and queens of the age, learn of the young Mozart's favorite games, see the clothes he wore, and the new musical instruments of the time. The lively text also gives readers an appreciation of Mozart's vast legacy of immortal music. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

Oavsett om du är ny inför ämnet, filosofistudent eller självutnämnd expert, är Stora boken om filosofi den perfekta guiden till över 2 000 år av tänkande. I kronologisk ordning får du läsa om hur olika problem och frågeställningar uppkommit och hur de besvarats genom historien. Här presenteras även människorna bakom de stora idéerna, från antikens naturfilosofer till dagens moderna tänkare, placerade i sitt sammanhang och med referenser till tidigare och senare idéer och personligheter. Med hjälp av tidslinjer, diagram och illustrationer, kortfattade citat och begripliga förklaringar av abstrakta begrepp utgör Stora boken om filosofi ett överskådligt verk om tänkandets historia.

Är vi självständiga individer eller gör vi bara som alla andra? Vad får oss att minnas vissa saker och glömma annat? Går det verkligen att mäta intelligens? Det är den här typen av frågor som har drivit psykologiforskningen framåt och manat flera av världens största begåvningar att formulera skarpa och tankeväckande svar. På ett lättförståeligt sätt presenterar Stora boken om psykologi de viktigaste teorierna, bästa citaten och vetenskapens utveckling genom historien kring människans fascinerande beteende. Diagram och underfundiga illustrationer ger ytterligare en dimension åt framställningen. Oavsett om du inte har några förkunskaper eller läser psykologi på högskolenivå erbjuder den här boken intressanta infallsvinklar för alla.

Did you realise that Claude Debussy wrote his "La Mer" in an Eastbourne hotel room? That Winifred Wagner, wife to Siegfried, was born in Hastings? That Sussex is the only county to have its own anthem - Sussex by the Sea? This book proclaims the musical heritage of Sussex and points out the contribution that it has made to music in Britain.