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Adolescence: a very short introduction (Very Short Introductions)
By Peter K. Smith. 2016
Overview of the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social changes that children go through between puberty and adulthood. Includes discussion of…
parent-child and peer-group relationships, the development of identity, risk-taking and antisocial behavior, and sexual activity. 2016
Dreaming: a very short introduction (Very Short Introductions)
By J. Allan Hobson. 2005
Psychiatrist demystifies dreaming, describing the paradigm shift from content and Freudian psychoanalysis to the study of characteristics distinguishing dreaming from…
waking. Discusses neurobiological discoveries made possible by brain imaging technology, allowing brain- in-action observation, and showing that waking and dreaming are two states of consciousness determined by brain chemistry. 2002
Spirituality: a very short introduction (Very Short Introductions)
By Philip Sheldrake. 2012
Scholar and writer looks at the historical foundations of spirituality in the major world religions. Explores the concept of spiritual…
experience and considers its meaning, transformative power, and the impact it has on society. Contrasts spirituality and religion and considers spirituality in philosophy, anthropology, and psychology. 2012
Theology: a very short introduction (Very Short Introductions)
By David Ford. 2013
Professor of divinity surveys the central questions of theology, addressing believers and nonbelievers alike. Considers the principles underlying religious belief,…
such as the centrality of salvation to most major religions; the concept of God in ancient, modern, and postmodern contexts; and the issue of sin and evil. 2013
Work: a very short introduction (Very Short Introductions)
By Stephen Fineman. 2012
Professor of organization studies draws on psychology, sociology, management, and social history for this multidisciplinary account of work--as a concept…
and as practical experience. Examines the cultural and social factors that influence the way we work, the ethics of certain types of work, and factors affecting work's future. 2012
Sikhism: a very short introduction (Very short introductions)
By Eleanor Nesbitt. 2005
The Sikh religion has a following of over 20 million people worldwide and is one of the largest religions in…
the world. This book introduces newcomers to the meaning of Sikhism, its practices, rituals, and festivals. 2005.