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Hardcover. Education policy is a core element of the state's sovereignty and autonomy. This book analyzes the rise of the western education state and its limits in times of transition from western to non-western globalization and of waning newspaper interest in France, Germany, the UK and the US. Series: Transformations of the State. Num Pages: 212 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; JNF; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 144 x 16. Weight in Grams: 368.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137326478
- ISBN
- 9781137326478
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€ 66.49
€ 66.49
Hardcover. This books explains, on the basis of archival evidence and a simple economic model, why and how the gold standard collapsed in the interwar period. It also reveals how bilateralism and dirigisme in international financial relations emerged from the collapse of the universal gold standard, and how this poisoned international relations. Num Pages: 275 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJG; KCBM; KCZ; KFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 460.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137326997
- ISBN
- 9781137326997
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€ 66.64
€ 66.64
Hardcover. This book explores the background of the eurozone crisis, outlining a number of potential solutions. It attempts to discover if the problems could have been anticipated, and examines how well have the fiscal EMU rules been adhered to and how appropriate they are. Num Pages: 281 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QFE; KCA; KCP; KCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 137 x 18. Weight in Grams: 464.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137329028
- ISBN
- 9781137329028
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Condition: New
€ 127.93
€ 127.93
Hardcover. Eirikur Bergmann explains the exceptional case of Iceland's fantastical boom, bust and rapid recovery after the Crash of 2008 and explores the lessons for the wider EU crisis and for over-reaching economies that over-rely on financial markets. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DNC; JPQB; JPRB; KCP; KCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 138 x 18. Weight in Grams: 400.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137331991
- ISBN
- 9781137331991
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.82
€ 66.82
Hardcover. Given the most popular understanding of Chinese comparative advantage is their low labour cost, The Source of Innovation in China argues the fundamental source for Chinese economic growth is its innovation. Based on case studies and surveys collected from 600 firms, this book describes competitive advantages of successful Chinese enterprises. Editor(s): Zhang, Ying Ying; Zhou, Yu. Series: Palgrave Studies in Chinese Management. Num Pages: 288 pages, 22 figures, 11 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KCD; KJD; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 456.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137335050
- ISBN
- 9781137335050
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Condition: New
€ 127.97
€ 127.97
The Industrial Policy Revolution. The Role of Government Beyond Ideolo...
Lin Yifu, Justin. Ed(S): Esteban, Joan; Stigl...
Hardback. This volume is the result of the 2012 International Economic Association's series of roundtables on the theme of Industrial Policy. The first, 'New Thinking on Industrial Policy,' was hosted by the World Bank in Washington, D.C, and the second, 'New Thinking on Industrial Policy: Implications for Africa,' was held in Pretoria, South Africa. Editor(s): Esteban, Joan; Stiglitz, Joseph E. Series: International Economic Association. Num Pages: 407 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCL; KCM; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 769.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 407
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137335166
- ISBN
- 9781137335166
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Condition: New
€ 130.19
€ 130.19
The Industrial Policy Revolution II. Africa in the Twenty-First Centur...
. Ed(S): Esteban, Joan; Stiglitz, Joseph E.; ...
Hardback. This volume is the result of the 2012 International Economic Association's series of roundtables on the theme of Industrial Policy. The first, 'New Thinking on Industrial Policy,' was hosted by the World Bank in Washington, D.C, and the second, 'New Thinking on Industrial Policy: Implications for Africa,' was held in Pretoria, South Africa. Editor(s): Esteban, Joan; Stiglitz, Joseph E.; Lin Yifu, Justin; Patel, Ebrahim. Series: International Economic Association. Num Pages: 633 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCL; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1112.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 633
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137335227
- ISBN
- 9781137335227
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Condition: New
€ 198.79
€ 198.79
Hardcover. Based on extensive archival research, Beyond Market and Hierarchy reconstructs how Fan waged modern China's war of salts. Led by his Jiuda Salt Industries, the nascent refined salt industry battled revenue farmers who, as a group, monopolized the production and distribution of evaporated salt. Num Pages: 248 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJ; KCD; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 217 x 19. Weight in Grams: 428.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137335265
- ISBN
- 9781137335265
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Condition: New
€ 127.28
€ 127.28
Education, Work and Social Change: Young People and Marginalization in...
Simmons, Robin, Thompson, Ron, Russell, Lisa
Hardcover. Drawing on a longitudinal study of the lives of NEET young people, this book looks beyond dominant discourses on youth unemployment to provide a rich, detailed account of young people's experiences of participation and non-participation on the margins of education and employment, highlighting the policy implications of this research. Num Pages: 267 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFSP; KCFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 465.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137335920
- ISBN
- 9781137335920
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Condition: New
€ 66.95
€ 66.95
Hardcover. Going behind the doors of the Treasury and Number 10, this book explores why successive British Prime Ministers from Callaghan to Blair have been hesitant towards European Economic and Monetary Union. It uses official documents and interviews with former ministers to understand discussions that took place at the heart of government. Num Pages: 259 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1QFE; JPQB; KCBM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 145 x 20. Weight in Grams: 434.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137337030
- ISBN
- 9781137337030
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.09
€ 67.09
Hardback. Interest in learning how to make the most of the potential developmental benefits of remittance flows has grown worldwide. Financing the Family adds to that body of knowledge with a summary of recent research that emphasizes experimental approaches, focuses on Central America, and analyzes the impact of the recent financial crisis. Num Pages: 211 pages, 21 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLC; JFFN; KCLF; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 455.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 211
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137338389
- ISBN
- 9781137338389
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Condition: New
€ 127.69
€ 127.69
Hardcover. This book provides authoritative and up-to-date research for anyone interested in the study of international environmental politics. It demonstrates how the field of international environmental politics has evolved and identifies key questions, topics and approaches to guide future research. Editor(s): Betsill, Michele M.; Hochstetler, Kathryn; Stevis, Dimitris. Num Pages: 419 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPS; KCN; KCP; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 139 x 224 x 29. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- Second Edition,New Edition,2nd edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137338969
- ISBN
- 9781137338969
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Condition: New
€ 129.05
€ 129.05
Hardcover. A political economy analysis of the history of food security in the Arab world, including the role played by the global food price crisis in the Arab Spring and the Arab response aiming at greater food sovereignty via domestic food production and land acquisition overseas - the so-called land grab. Num Pages: 284 pages, 38 black & white tables, 19 figures. BIC Classification: JPRB; KCC; KCL; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 217 x 20. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137339379
- ISBN
- 9781137339379
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.88
€ 127.88
Hardcover. This analysis of South Korea's development experience can present lessons for development in the 21st century. Situating the development experience of South Korea within the framework of the capability enhancing state, this volume examines the empowering institutions and policies of South Korea between 1945 and 2000. Series: Social Policy in a Development Context Series. Num Pages: 380 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPKS; KCG; KCM; KCP; KCR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 138 x 25. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137339478
- ISBN
- 9781137339478
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.08
€ 129.08
Hardback. Through a close examination of India's policies, economic system, social systems and politics, this study explores the numerous perspectives and debates on India's urbanization. The authors link contemporary urban issues with emerging challenges associated with policies and city management. Num Pages: 259 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKA; JFSG; KCU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 465.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 259
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137339744
- ISBN
- 9781137339744
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.81
€ 127.81
Institutions Always 'Mattered': Explaining prosperity in Mediaeval Rag...
Havrylyshyn, Oleh, Srzentiæ, Nora
Hardcover. The medieval Republic of Ragusa (now Dubrovnik) was a prosperous small open economy, rivalling bigger competitors. This study collects together evidence on how Ragusa compared to other economies of the region, and addresses the difficult question of why it outperformed its Dalmatian rivals (Kotor, Split and Zadar). Series: Palgrave Studies in Economic History Series. Num Pages: 263 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCA; KCG; KCM; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 440.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137339775
- ISBN
- 9781137339775
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Condition: New
€ 67.00
€ 67.00
Agent-based Models of the Economy: From Theories to Applications
Boero, Riccardo, Morini, Matteo, Sonnessa, Mi...
Hardcover. Agent-based models are tools that provide researchers in economic fields with unprecedented analytical capabilities. This book describes the power of agent-based models along their methodology, and it provides several examples of applications spanning from public policy evaluation to financial markets. Num Pages: 232 pages, 50. BIC Classification: KCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 145 x 18. Weight in Grams: 406.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137339805
- ISBN
- 9781137339805
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Condition: New
€ 160.65
€ 160.65
Hardcover. This book is not just about corporate strategies and stratagems: it is about the 'Faustian' pact between real and financial powers, governed by the rules of 'minimizing the costs to oneself of imposing losses upon others'. It is more than about limited rationality and irrationality: it is about unlimited rationalisations and limited accountability. Num Pages: 372 pages, 15 figures, 8 tables. BIC Classification: KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 147 x 26. Weight in Grams: 580.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137339836
- ISBN
- 9781137339836
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.88
€ 127.88
Hardback. Getting Development Right brings together development scholars and practitioners from multiple academic disciplines and policy perspectives to analyze important facets of this triple challenge, to explore interconnections among them and suggest strategies for overcoming the challenges in the current age of globalization. Editor(s): Paus, Eva. Num Pages: 226 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 500.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 226
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137340757
- ISBN
- 9781137340757
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.24
€ 67.24
Hardcover. Money, Banking, and the Business Cycle provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing these mechanisms, and offers a robust prescription for reducing financial instability over the long-term. Num Pages: 306 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCBM; KFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 164 x 234 x 22. Weight in Grams: 614.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137340771
- ISBN
- 9781137340771
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.53
€ 128.53
Hardcover. In light of the decline of trade union membership and the role TU are expected to play in industrial relations, this book explores the consequences of government action and the economic policies on TU membership, investigating the forms of political action undertaken by TU and reviewing the conditions under which these actions succeed or fail. Num Pages: 229 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPW; KCF; KJ; KNXB2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 219 x 18. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137341211
- ISBN
- 9781137341211
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.58
€ 127.58
Hardcover. This fifth book in the series describes the contribution of nine great minds in finance who explained how to quantify and generate corporate value. It describes the theories governing the creation and measurement of corporate value not in isolation, but rather in the context of the void in understanding which these great minds successfully filled. Series: Great Minds in Finance. Num Pages: 243 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCA; KFFH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 171 x 21. Weight in Grams: 426.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137341273
- ISBN
- 9781137341273
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Hardcover. Using original qualitative ethnographic field interviews and quantitative field survey results, Consumption, Informal Markets, and the Underground Economy explores the rationale for and model of 'off the books' consumption in a borderlands environment. Num Pages: 196 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCL; KCLT; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 149 x 19. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137341907
- ISBN
- 9781137341907
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 77.65
€ 77.65
Hardcover. Majia Holmer Nadesan analyzes the Fukushima nuclear disaster and its radiological aftermath for the citizens of Japan and elsewhere in the context of historical and contemporary understandings of radiation-caused health and reproductive effects. Num Pages: 157 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFC; JPS; KCP; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 150 x 17. Weight in Grams: 346.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137343116
- ISBN
- 9781137343116
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.28
€ 66.28