Very Short Introductions: A Comprehensive Guide to the Very Short Introduction Series

Folk Music: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

by Mark Slobin

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3400 KB
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Very Short s (VSIs) are a series of concise, accessible, and engaging s to a wide range of subjects. They are published by Oxford University Press and are written by leading experts in their fields.

VSIs are typically around 100 pages long and are written in a clear and engaging style. They are designed to provide readers with a concise overview of a subject, without overwhelming them with too much detail.

The VSI series was founded in 1995 by the late Professor John Sutherland, who was the editor of the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. Sutherland believed that there was a need for a series of concise and accessible s to a wide range of subjects, that would be written by leading experts in their fields.

The VSI series has been a huge success, with over 600 titles published to date. The books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold over 10 million copies worldwide.

Structure of a VSI

VSIs are typically divided into the following sections:

• : This section provides a brief overview of the subject and introduces the author.
• Body: This section is the main part of the book and provides a concise overview of the subject. It is typically divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the subject.
• : This section summarizes the main points of the book and provides some from the author.

Content of a VSI

VSIs cover a wide range of subjects, including:

• Arts: Art, architecture, cinema, dance, literature, music, photography, theater
• History: Ancient history, medieval history, modern history, world history
• Philosophy: Ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, political philosophy
• Religion: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism
• Science: Astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, environmental science, geology, mathematics, medicine, physics, psychology, sociology

Uses of a VSI

VSIs can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

• Getting a quick overview of a subject: VSIs are a great way to get a quick overview of a subject without having to read a long and detailed book.
• Refreshing your knowledge of a subject: If you have already studied a subject, a VSI can be a great way to refresh your knowledge and learn about new developments.
• Learning about a new subject: If you are interested in learning about a new subject, a VSI is a great place to start.
• Teaching a subject: VSIs can be used as a teaching resource for a variety of subjects.

VSIs are a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning about a wide range of subjects. They are concise, accessible, and engaging, and they are written by leading experts in their fields.

If you are looking for a quick and easy way to learn about a new subject, or if you want to refresh your knowledge of a subject, then a VSI is the perfect solution.

Folk Music: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

by Mark Slobin

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3400 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	161 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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