Very Short Introductions

Product description

The perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly.  Launched by Oxford University Press in 1995 and now available online, Very Short Introductions offer concise introductions to a diverse range of subject areas from Climate to Consciousness, Game Theory to Ancient Warfare, Economics to Documentary Film.

All titles provide intelligent and serious introductions, written by experts in the field who combine facts, analysis, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make challenging topics highly readable. Brilliant. Sharp. Inspiring.

There are 869 titles in the Complete set of Very Short Introductions with 12 module subsets that can be purchased separately. This comprehensive online resource offers scholars and students OUP's premier publishing series in an easily discoverable, fully cross searchable, and highly accessible format.

Titles can now be found directly alongside reference, biography, bibliography, monograph, dictionary, scholarly, and journal content, making them a more integrated and accessible part of digital research journeys than ever before. Inspiring services for Librarians, Very Short Introductions cover the following subject areas:

- Arts & Humanities including: History, Literature, Philosophy, Religion, Music
- Science & Mathematics including: Physics, Psychology
- Social Science including: Politics
- Law
- Medicine & Health

Brilliant benefits for all kinds of users. Whether you are a researcher, lecturer, student, or just avidly curious, Very Short Introductions allow you to discover a new topic or subject through an intelligent and serious introduction written by authors who are experts in their field. Regularly updated with the newest titles, this online resource can benefit your work and research. Includes Reading Guides and Videos.

Benefits for students: Consider study options, embark on a new module, topic, or essay, or revise a particular topic or subject. Use comprehensive interlinking with other Oxford online resources, enhancing journeys from introductory material to advanced content. Remotely access the resource from anywhere and at any time-read and research on-the-go.

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