The Little Book Of Economics

From the earliest forms of currency to the Industrial Revolution, and from the birth of the stock market to free-market capitalism and globalized trade,The Little Book of Economicsbrings economic theory and the work of key economists to life. Journeying through centuries of economic thought, it is the perfect pocket-sized guide to the subject.

The Little Book Of Politics

From the origins of democracy to Machiavelli’s cunning statecraft, and from Rousseau’s “social contract” to the American Declaration of Independence, Marxist communism, the dawn of populism, and identity politics,The Little Book of Politicsexamines the philosophies behind the different political beliefs and methods of government used around the world over the course of human history.

The Little Book Of Shakespeare

This bold book covers every work, from the comedies ofTwelfth NightandAs You Like Itto the tragedies ofJulius CaesarandHamlet,plus lost plays and less well-known works of poetry. Easy-to-understand graphics and illustrations bring the themes, plots, characters and language of Shakespeare to life, including illustrated timelines which offer an at-a-glance summary of the action for each play. With detailed plot summaries and an in-depth analysis of the major characters and themes, this is a brilliant, innovative exploration of the entire canon of Shakespeare plays, sonnets and poetry.

The Little Book Of Philosophy

To the complete novice learning about philosophy can be daunting –The Little Book of Philosophychanges all that. With the use of powerful and easy-to-follow images, famous quotations, and explanations that are easily understandable, this book cuts through any misunderstandings to demystify the subject.

The Little Book Of Psychology

DK’sThe Little Book of Psychologyanswers all these questions and provides an insight into this fascinating field of science. Whether you are a student, an expert, a novice, or have a general interest in the human mind, this portable guide is the perfect choice to start exploring and understanding psychology.

The Little Book Of History

The Little Book of Historycharts world history from the dawn of civilisation to the modern culture we live in today. From the origins of homo-sapiens to the release of Nelson Mandela, from the French Revolution to the Space Race,The Little Book of Historyis a stunning exploration of the human timeline up to and including modern Islam, the world wide web, and the global financial crisis.