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Titles in This Set
The Little Book of Philosophy by Rachel Poulton
The Little Book of Sociology by Rasha Barrage
The Little Book of Economics by Shaun Rusk
The Little Book of Psychology by Emily Ralls & Caroline Riggs
Details
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124332037
Publisher: Summersdale
Age Range: Adult / General Reader
Overview
This pocket-sized four-book collection brings together clear, engaging introductions to philosophy, sociology, economics and psychology. Perfectly sized to slip into a bag or sit on a shelf, each title distils complex academic subjects into accessible, bite-sized reading. Ideal for curious minds, students revising key concepts, or anyone wanting a confident grasp of the ideas shaping how we think, live and interact. A thoughtful, giftable set that turns big ideas into an enjoyable read.
About the Books
The Little Book of Philosophy by Rachel Poulton takes readers on a whistle-stop tour from the early Greek thinkers through to modern existentialism, exploring life's biggest questions and the key schools of thought that have shaped human understanding. The Little Book of Sociology by Rasha Barrage unpacks how societies function and sometimes fail to, covering foundational figures like Durkheim, Marx and Weber alongside major sociological perspectives and pressing modern debates around class, gender and inequality. The Little Book of Economics by Shaun Rusk demystifies money, markets and policy, walking readers through micro- and macroeconomics with everyday examples that make news headlines and financial decisions far easier to follow. The Little Book of Psychology by Emily Ralls and Caroline Riggs surveys the discipline's most influential figures and famous experiments, from Freud and Jung to Milgram and Maslow, revealing how psychological insight applies to everyday behaviour and relationships. Together, these four compact guides form a well-rounded introduction to the social sciences, written in clear, jargon-free language that never talks down to the reader. Whether picked up for classroom study, personal enrichment or simply satisfying curiosity, each book stands alone as a confident, engaging primer while forming a cohesive set when read together.
- Four compact paperbacks covering philosophy, sociology, economics and psychology
- Clear, jargon-free explanations ideal for beginners and revision alike
- Pocket-sized format perfect for bags, shelves or bedside reading
- Written by subject specialists including teachers and published nonfiction authors
- A thoughtful gift set for students, teachers and lifelong learners
- Brand new condition straight from the publisher
About the Authors
Rachel Poulton is a writer and art and philosophy teacher based in West Sussex. Rasha Barrage is a writer and editor specialising in accessible nonfiction on society and culture. Shaun Rusk writes on economics and finance for a general readership. Emily Ralls and Caroline Riggs are nonfiction authors with a focus on psychology and popular science, co-writing accessible primers on landmark psychological ideas.
Why You'll Love This Set
Four subjects, four compact guides, endless conversation starters. This set makes serious ideas genuinely enjoyable to read, perfect for gifting or building a well-rounded home library.
Please Note: Cover shown is the UK edition; ISBN reflects the UK print set as supplied.
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