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Health & Personal Development

Paperback. ''Full of valuable definitions, descriptions, discussion and succinct summaries..the volume forms an interesting, up-to-date reservoir of information on 'preparation for aging'. As a source of specific insights and alternative perspectives it is a welcome addition to the literature.'' -Aging and Society Editor(s): Heikkinen, E.; Kuusinen, J.; Ruoppila, I. Num Pages: 296 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; MJX; VFJG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 534.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1995
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461358152
ISBN
9781461358152
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.48

Paperback / so. Editor(s): Hegerl, Ulrich; Zaudig, Michael; Moller, Hans-Jurgen. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: MBPC; MMH; MMJT; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 10. Weight in Grams: 331.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer Verlag GmbH Austria
Condition
New
SKU
V9783709172599
ISBN
9783709172599
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 93.97

Paperback. Written by preeminent experts in the field, this book provides an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of indoor tanning, the reasons for its popularity, its risks including skin cancers, and the public health context surrounding the behavior. Editor(s): Heckman, Carolyn J.; Manne, Sharon L. Num Pages: 210 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MBN; MBNH9; MJCL; MJK; RNQ; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 332.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
210
Condition
New
SKU
V9789400795013
ISBN
9789400795013
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 194.08

paperback. This unique book examines the relationship between wounding and sexuality, bringing together issues around sexuality, gender, power, violence and representations. Drawing on a range of disciplines including cultural and media studies, sociology and psychology, it explores social practices such as S&M, cosmetic surgery and 'extreme' sports. Editor(s): Hearn, J.; Burr, Vivien. Num Pages: 255 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHB; JMS; JMU; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
255
Condition
New
Edition
1st ed. 2008
SKU
V9781349361823
ISBN
9781349361823
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.49

hardcover. Presents an overview of research on the psychological and societal consequences of ecological disasters. This book gives case studies on most of the major incidents that have occurred in the 1980s and 1990s. It summarizes the accumulated knowledge in this area and identifies areas of research. Editor(s): Havenaar, Johan M.; Cwikel, Julie G.; Bromet, Evelyn J. Series: Springer Series on Stress and Coping. Num Pages: 279 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JMS; VFJS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 158 x 22. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer United States
Number of pages
279
Condition
New
Edition
2002nd Edition
SKU
V9780306467844
ISBN
9780306467844
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 133.41

Paperback. Drawing upon the experiences of a group of women in social science, this study identifies issues facing women in research. As well as contributing to debates about women's role in the academic world, this collection combines the reflections of established researchers with self-assessment exercises. Editor(s): Hatt, Sue; Kent, Julie; Britton, Carolyn (Senior Lecturer in Sociology, University of the West of England, Bristol). Num Pages: 215 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFJ; JFSJ; KCF; VSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 346.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
215
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333773239
ISBN
9780333773239
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.33

Paperback. This book explore assumptions underpinning contemporary health policy discourses that emphasize personal responsibility for health, consider how they attach to changing information technologies, and discuss their influence on emerging forms of health 'work'. Editor(s): Harris, Roma; Wathen, Nadine; Wyatt, Sally. Series: Health Technology and Society. Num Pages: 283 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPQB; MBS; VFD; VSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
283
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349321582
ISBN
9781349321582
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.37

Paperback. This volume covers aspects of life on Earth with all its diversity and the possibilities of extraterrestrial life. It presents contributions by experts from 20 countries who discuss astrobiology emphasizing life "as we know it" to extraterrestrial places. Editor(s): Hanslmeier, Arnold; Kempe, Stephan; Seckbach, Joseph. Series: Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology. Num Pages: 548 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGC; PHVB; VXQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 831.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
548
Condition
New
SKU
V9789400792043
ISBN
9789400792043
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 196.57

Paperback. Developments in the practice of mathematics have led to new types of proof and argumentation, challenging the established norms in this area. This book directs the attention of educational researchers to the newest developments in the philosophy and practice of mathematics. Editor(s): Hanna, Gila; Jahnke, Hans Niels; Pulte, Helmut. Num Pages: 302 pages, 50 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JNA; JNT; JNU; PB; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 468.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
302
Condition
New
SKU
V9781489982735
ISBN
9781489982735
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 194.22

Hardback. Editor(s): Hafner, Heinz; Beyreuther, Konrad; Schlicht, Wolfgang. Series: Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Klasse der Heidelberger Akademie der Wissenschaftern. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, figures, bibliography. BIC Classification: MJX; VFJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 163 x 18. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642143526
ISBN
9783642143526
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.37

Paperback. Exploresthe idea that Europe's growth problems may be caused by weaknesses in capital markets and in the access to risk capital.It addresses the evaluation of the financial needs and constraints of start-up firms and how these might be bridged. The role of public sector intervention is analyzed, focusing on international best practices." Editor(s): Gualandri, Elisabetta; Venturelli, Valeria. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Studies in Banking and Financial Institutions. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCB; KCL; KFFH; KFFK; VSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349301690
ISBN
9781349301690
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 126.62

Paperback / so. Editor(s): Gschnait, Fritz; Wolff, Klaus, M.D. (HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL-BOSTON). Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: MJCJ2; MJCM; VFD; VFJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 7. Weight in Grams: 163.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer Verlag GmbH Austria
Condition
New
SKU
V9783709188361
ISBN
9783709188361
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 70.66

paperback. This book offers an up-to-date view of what we know and understand of the moons of outer planets. It examines their complexity, their internal differentiation, their geological and/or atmospheric activity, their still poorly known history and evolution. Editor(s): Grasset, O.; Blanc, M.; Coustenis, Athena; Durham, William; Hussmann, H.; Pappalardo, R.; Turrini, D. Series: Space Sciences Series of ISSI. Num Pages: 540 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; PNR; TTDS; VXQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 819.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer United States
Edition
2010th Edition
Number of pages
540
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461427803
ISBN
9781461427803
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 251.74

Paperback / so. This helpful resource offers hundreds of pieces of great advice and entertaining stories on teenagers from the real pros--everyday parents across the country who have raised a teenager and survived to tell their story. Editor(s): Gluck, Beth Reingold; Rosenfeld, Joel. Series: How to Survive Your Teenager. BIC Classification: VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Hundreds of Heads Books, Inc United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9780974629230
ISBN
9780974629230
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.38

Paperback / so. Editor(s): Gille, Martina; Kruger, Winfried. Series: Geschlecht Und Gesellschaft. Num Pages: 479 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: JF; VFXC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 25. Weight in Grams: 700.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
VS Verlag f?r Sozialwissenschaften United Kingdom
Number of pages
479
Condition
New
SKU
V9783810025586
ISBN
9783810025586
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 74.12

Hardback. These reports from the National Institute of Mental Health, address the mental health consequences of torture and related violence and trauma; reports on the status of scientific knowledge; and includes research recommendations with implications for treatment, services, and policy development. Editor(s): Gerrity, Ellen; Keane, Terence M.; Tuma, Farris. Series: Springer Series on Stress and Coping. Num Pages: 375 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JMS; MMH; VFJS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 165 x 29. Weight in Grams: 744.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
375
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306464225
ISBN
9780306464225
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 290.33

Paperback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Castera-Verduzan, France, August 1-16, 1981 Editor(s): Gentry, W. Doyle; Benson, H.; De Wolff, C. J. Series: NATO Science Series D:. Num Pages: 336 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBN; MBNS; VF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 516.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1985
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9789401087926
ISBN
9789401087926
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.37

Hardback. Editor(s): Fyans, Leslie J., Jr.; Leslie, J. Num Pages: 472 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JM; VS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1890.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1980
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
472
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306405495
ISBN
9780306405495
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 211.20

Paperback. Revealing seven errors in the way we view the human species, this volume explores the homo novus -- an alternative view of what it is to be human. Leaders in the field present and discuss converging evidence supporting the homo novus, from various disciplines. Editor(s): Frey, Ulrich J.; Stormer, Charlotte; Willfuhr, Kai P. Series: The Frontiers Collection. Num Pages: 305 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; JHB; JHM; JMR; PSAJ; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 480.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
305
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642439520
ISBN
9783642439520
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.12

hardcover. Presents a summary of theory, research, and clinical practice regarding traumatic stress. This book considers the frequency and likely mental health consequences of a wide range of traumatic events - including military trauma, violent crime, natural and technological disasters, accidental injury, and torture. Editor(s): Freedy, John R.; Hobfoll, Stevan E. Series: Springer Series on Stress and Coping. Num Pages: 402 pages, biography. BIC Classification: VFJS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1700.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
402
Condition
New
Edition
1995th Edition
SKU
V9780306450204
ISBN
9780306450204
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 202.30

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