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Annual Bibliography of the History of the Printed Book and Libraries
. Ed(S): Department Of Information & Collecti...
Hardback. Records articles of scholarly value which relate to the history of the printed book, to the history of arts, crafts, techniques and equipment, and of the economic social and cultural environment, involved in its production, distribution, conservation and description. Editor(s): Department of Information & Collections. Series: Annual Bibliography of the History of the Printed Book and Libraries. Num Pages: 696 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNTP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1226.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 696
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402038181
- ISBN
- 9781402038181
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 375.99
€ 375.99
Hardback. In Sub-Sahara Africa, the sector of Informal Micro-Enterprises (IMEs) is employing a large share of the labour force in both urban and rural areas. This study reviews the ways in which the owners and workers of IMEs have acquired their vocational and management skills. It looks at the contributions of the different training providers. Series: Technical and Vocational Education and Training: Issues, Concerns and Prospects. Num Pages: 314 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HF; KNDH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402038273
- ISBN
- 9781402038273
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.11
€ 200.11
Safety Improvements Through Lessons Learned from Operational Experienc...
. Ed(S): Lambert, Francis; Volkov, Yuri
Paperback. For operators of nuclear research facilities, it is of particular importance to investigate minor incidents. The nuclear industry has developed some very progressive tools for experience feedback. This book presents the proceedings of a NATO Advanced Workshop dedicated to this matter of concern. Editor(s): Lambert, Francis; Volkov, Yuri. Series: NATO Security Through Science Series B (Closed). Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNXC; THK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 542.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402038877
- ISBN
- 9781402038877
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 249.88
€ 249.88
The Evolution of Competitive Strategies in Global Forestry Industries....
. Ed(S): Lamberg, Juha-Antti (Helsinki Univer...
Hardback. The argument is that the chosen context serves as an illustrative setting for a discussion related to global corporate evolution. This analytical book contributes to understanding of the workings of a number of manufacturing industries through discussion of the evolutionary development within the pulp and paper industry. Editor(s): Lamberg, Juha-Antti (Helsinki University of Technology); Nasi, Juha; Ojala, Jari; Sajasalo, Pasi. Series: World Forests. Num Pages: 318 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNAL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 636.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402040153
- ISBN
- 9781402040153
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.61
€ 195.61
hardcover. The emergence and widespread use of personal computers and network technologies have seen the development of interest in the use of computers to support cooperative work. This volume presents the proceedings of the ninth European conference on Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW). It is useful to researchers and practitioners alike. Editor(s): Gellersen, Hans W. (Lancaster University); Schmidt, Kjeld; Beaudouin-Lafon, Michel (Universite Paris-Sud); Mackay, Wendy. Num Pages: 489 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJ; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 879.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 489
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2005th Edition
- SKU
- V9781402040221
- ISBN
- 9781402040221
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.08
€ 197.08
Hardback. Comprises a selection of 16 essays that provide clarification to issues pertinent to contemporary cooperatives. This book - divided into five parts: Cooperatives: between markets and hierarchies; Governance; Internal organizational issues; Conduct of cooperatives; and Cooperative performance - presents theoretical work and empirical observations. Editor(s): Karantininis, Kostas; Nilsson, Jerker. Num Pages: 285 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCS; KJ; KNAC; LNKJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 607.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 285
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402040726
- ISBN
- 9781402040726
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.75
€ 128.75
Hardback. This book integrates decision-making and environmental science. For ecologists it will bridge the gap to economics. For practitioners in environmental economics and management it will be a major reference book. It contains many expressions and basic equations. Num Pages: 506 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 920.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 506
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402040733
- ISBN
- 9781402040733
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 208.18
€ 208.18
Hardback. Reviews ancient and modern representations and explanations of hierarchies, and compares their relevance in fields, such as language, societies, cities, and living species. This book throws light on concepts and models such as scaling laws, fractals and self-organisation that are fundamental in the dynamics and morphology of complex systems. Editor(s): Pumain, Denise. Series: Methodos Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; JF; KJU; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 537.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402041266
- ISBN
- 9781402041266
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.59
€ 132.59
Hardback. The quality of life and sense of community that comes from our urban and community forests is enhanced when we can derive benefits from the living landscape. This book serves as a textbook for Urban/Community Forestry courses and a handbook for Shade Tree Commissions, tree wardens, State and National Forestry Services, and professional societies. Editor(s): Kuser, John E. Num Pages: 487 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMV; KCN; LNKJ; RBGB; RNF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 953.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 487
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402042881
- ISBN
- 9781402042881
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.25
€ 197.25
Hardback. Takes the form of a dialogue between middle and higher management of a production plant. This book looks at many aspects of efficient and competitive industrial management and production planning, with the object of finding ways to optimize company profit and reduce manufacturing costs, from the viewpoint of those working in diverse disciplines. Num Pages: 197 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 526.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 197
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402043116
- ISBN
- 9781402043116
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.85
€ 127.85
Hardback. Walking from a parked car to a shop, driving to a planned or unplanned shopping centre and virtual exchanges through the Internet are all part of 21st century trips in human activity spaces. This work shows how such a diversity of trips can be linked by a universal vision of spatial interaction modelling. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 364 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNPR; UGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 364
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402043451
- ISBN
- 9781402043451
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.91
€ 256.91
Hardback. Environmental policy has long been determined by a dichotomy between technology and behavior. This book explores the relationships between technology and behavior from an interdisciplinary perspective. It aims to create a conceptual basis for analyzing interactions between technology and behavior. Editor(s): Verbeek, Peter-Paul; Slob, Adriaan F. L. (TNO Built Environment and Geosciences). Series: Eco-Efficiency in Industry & Science. Num Pages: 412 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 23. Weight in Grams: 963.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 412
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402044335
- ISBN
- 9781402044335
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.35
€ 197.35
Hardback. Aims to develop insight into the relation, which Hobbes describes between his theory of government and the three-part division he draws with respect to religion. According to the author, Hobbes falters in carrying out his politico/theological project, and his attempt to describe the relationship of religion and politics, church and state. Series: International Archives of the History of Ideas / Archives Internationales d'Histoire des Idees. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HR; JP; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402044670
- ISBN
- 9781402044670
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Condition: New
€ 201.25
€ 201.25
Hardback. Offers a coherent view on agri-food supply chains by discussing the possibilities and limitations of quantifying performance, risks and investments in the agri-food chain. Editor(s): Ondersteijn, Christien J.M. (Business Economics Group); Wijnands, Jo H.M. (Business Economics Group); Huirne, Ruud B. M.; Kooten, Olaf van (Horticultural Production Chains Group). Series: Wageningen UR Frontis Series. Num Pages: 240 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV8; KNAC; KNDF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 15. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402046926
- ISBN
- 9781402046926
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.84
€ 198.84
Hardback. Makes an assessment as to the future prospects of mankind: In what direction are we heading? This book provides a broad discussion on Sustainable Development, rethinking and improving its effectiveness as a paradigm of today and tomorrow by bringing together the visions and contributions of various thinkers on the subject. Editor(s): Keiner, Marco. Num Pages: 258 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 17. Weight in Grams: 565.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402047343
- ISBN
- 9781402047343
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.33
€ 199.33
Hardback. This is a quick reference for individuals and organisations involved with the agricultural and horticultural production of food. It is designed to answer basic questions about how food is produced from plants, and aims to demystify the subject of growing food. Num Pages: 333 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNDF; TVH; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 167 x 19. Weight in Grams: 744.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 333
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402048272
- ISBN
- 9781402048272
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 228.70
€ 228.70
Paperback. Provides an overview of the views, developments, costs and benefits in environmental and sustainability accounting and its links to reporting. This book investigates topics in and links between corporate environmental and sustainability issues; between strategy, measurement and information management; and between accounting and reporting. Editor(s): Schaltegger, Stefan; Bennett, Martin; Burritt, Roger. Series: Eco-Efficiency in Industry & Science. Num Pages: 718 pages, biography. BIC Classification: J; KCN; KJT; LNKJ; RNC; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1072.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 718
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402049736
- ISBN
- 9781402049736
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 430.42
€ 430.42
Hardback. Presents articles on ethics, business ethics, teaching ethics, agency theory, postmodernism, employee rights, and ethics in accounting and the financial services industry. Series: Issues in Business Ethics. Num Pages: 290 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402049835
- ISBN
- 9781402049835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.34
€ 133.34
Hardback. Examines continuity and change of identity formation processes at work under conditions of modern working processes and labor market flexibility. This work brings together perspectives from sociology, psychology, organizational management, and vocational education. It connects the debates of skills formation, and human resources development. Editor(s): Brown, Alan; Kipal, Simone; Rauner, Felix. Series: Technical and Vocational Education and Training: Issues, Concerns and Prospects. Num Pages: 426 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JMJ; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 774.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 426
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402049880
- ISBN
- 9781402049880
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.36
€ 202.36
Hardback. Sustainable solutions require the integration of social and ecological aspects in every planning and decision-making process. This book explains the important principles and elements of Systems Engineering and three planning cases demonstrate the practical application. It provides an understandable guide with questions and recommendations. Num Pages: 185 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM; KNBT; TBD; TJFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 1010.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 185
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402050176
- ISBN
- 9781402050176
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.42
€ 131.42
Innovations in Design and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and...
. Ed(S): Van Leeuwen, Jos P.; Timmermans, Har...
Hardback. Traditionally, the DDSS conferences aim to be a platform for both starting and experienced researchers. This volume contains 31 peer reviewed papers that are organised into seven sections, including Land Use Simulation and Visualisation, Multi-Agent Models for Movement Simulation, Multi-Agent Models for Urban Development, and more. Editor(s): van Leeuwen, Jos P.; Timmermans, Harry J.P. Num Pages: 502 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMVD; KJT; TBD; UGC; UGK; UT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 2010.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 502
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402050596
- ISBN
- 9781402050596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 393.31
€ 393.31
Hardback. Presents research on the ecophysiology of trees growing at the alpine timberline. This book includes chapters on soil properties and the role of mycorrhiza, carbon assimilation and allocation, phytopathogens, and the impact of global change on photo oxidative stress. Editor(s): Wieser, Gerhard; Tausz, Michael M. Series: Plant Ecophysiology. Num Pages: 232 pages, 3 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KNAL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 583.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402050732
- ISBN
- 9781402050732
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.92
€ 194.92
Hardback. This book explores challenges in the development and integration of complex heterogeneous systems, including both hardware and software components. The book examines interfaces between platform providers and users defined by technical requirements, design methodology, standards, and by business context and relationships. Editor(s): Burton, Mark; Morawiec, Adam. Num Pages: 100 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNDH; TJF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402051371
- ISBN
- 9781402051371
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.68
€ 129.68
Hardback. Based on a seminar that was organized to address interest in the use and construction of 'qualitative' indicators of labour standards and related questions, this title offers a comparative critique of the progress toward standards. Editor(s): Kucera, David. Series: Social Indicators Research Series. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCF; LNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 625.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402052002
- ISBN
- 9781402052002
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.89
€ 128.89