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Paperback. Politics and the Diamond Economy in Sierra Leone. Series: African Issues. 248 pages, 12, 6 black and white, 6 line drawing. Argues that corporate neo-colonialism in the diamond trade of Sierra Leone has served to restrict its social and economic growth, excluding and marginalizing it from the club of wealthier nations, and causing it to continue to rely on international aid. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1HFDE; GTB; KCP; KNAT. Dimension: 147 x 218 x 15. Weight: 350.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- James Currey
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847010605
- ISBN
- 9781847010605
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.27
€ 26.99
€ 23.27
Paperback. The extraordinary Rosita Forbes explored the Libyan desert, sailed across the Red Sea, and trekked more than a thousand miles into remote Abyssinia. She wrote some thirty books about these and other journeys, as well as biographies, histories, novels, and memoirs. This title tells her story. Editor(s): Bald, Margaret. Num Pages: 350 pages, black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1H; 3JJF; 3JJG; WTLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 23. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Axios Press United States
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781604190304
- ISBN
- 9781604190304
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.41
€ 17.41
Hardcover. Series: Wolverhampton Military Studies. Num Pages: 216 pages, 12 b/w photos, 24 colour maps. BIC Classification: 1HB; 3JJH; HBLW; HBWQ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Helion and Company
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781910294000
- ISBN
- 9781910294000
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 32.73
€ 45.99
€ 32.73
hardcover. Provides a framework for the design, implementation, and measurement of sustainable urban development in developing countries. This book presents the findings of an AGS-sponsored project. It identifies challenges and potentials for sustainable urban development and suggests alternative ways that governments, city-regions, and planners can respond. Editor(s): Keiner, Marco; Zegras, Christopher; Schmid, Willy A.; Salmeron, Diego. Series: Alliance for Global Sustainability Bookseries. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KL; JFSG; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 17. Weight in Grams: 573.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2004th Edition
- SKU
- V9781402028793
- ISBN
- 9781402028793
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.64
€ 123.64
Paperback. Editor(s): Keiner, Marco; Zegras, Christopher; Schmid, Willy A.; Salmeron, Diego. Series: Alliance for Global Sustainability Bookseries. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KL; JFSG; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2004
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048167371
- ISBN
- 9789048167371
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 123.67
€ 123.67
hardcover. A landmark of meticulous historical research about the 1994 Rwandan genocide, showing that the same virulent controversies that fueled the killings have often influenced judicial, political, and diplomatic responses to it, implicating state actors, international institutions, academics, and the media. Translator(s): Webster, Don E. Series: Critical Human Rights. Num Pages: 424 pages, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1HFGR; 3JJPR; HBJH; HBLW3; HBTZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 182 x 284 x 34. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University of Wisconsin Press United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780299298203
- ISBN
- 9780299298203
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 93.12€ 84.45
€ 93.12
€ 84.45
Paperback. Num Pages: 201 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; 3JJP; 3JM; BM; JFFH1; KNTD; VFJK; WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 235 x 15. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Publisher
- Jacana Media
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781920601720
- ISBN
- 9781920601720
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.29
€ 18.99
€ 17.29
Hardback. .
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 778
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319432243
- ISBN
- 9783319432243
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 325.91€ 111.55
€ 325.91
€ 111.55
Paperback. Winner of the Sillerman First Book Prize for African Poets, Ethiopian American Mahtem Shiferraw's Fuchsia examines conceptions of the displaced, disassembled, and nomadic self. Embedded in her poems are colours, elements, and sensations that evoke painful memories related to deep-seated remnants of trauma, war, and diaspora. Series: African Poetry Book Series. Num Pages: 108 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; DCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 153 x 10. Weight in Grams: 182.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780803285569
- ISBN
- 9780803285569
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.41
€ 18.99
€ 18.41
paperback. Analyzing the impact of black abolitionist iconography on early black literature and the formation of black identity, this book argues that the visual offered an alternative to literacy for current and former slaves, whose works mobilize forms of illustration that subvert dominant representations of slavery by both apologists and abolitionists. Series: Blacks in the Diaspora. Num Pages: 272 pages, 30 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1H; 1K; DSB; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 3963 x 18. Weight in Grams: 437.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780253221087
- ISBN
- 9780253221087
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 21.67
€ 21.99
€ 21.67
Hardcover. Virtually all countries in the world are struggling to provide the necessary resources to Higher Education. The challenges are particularly complex for economically poor countries in Africa, which have recorded massive expansion in the past decade. This book analyzes the state of funding and financing higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa. Num Pages: 396 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HF; JNKG; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 145 x 26. Weight in Grams: 596.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137345776
- ISBN
- 9781137345776
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.24
€ 124.24
Hardcover. This volume brings together scholars who have conducted research on funerary events across sub-Saharan Africa. The contributions offer an in-depth understanding of the broad changes and underlying causes in African societies over the years, such as changes in religious beliefs, social structure, urbanization, and technological changes and health. Editor(s): Jindra, Michael; Noret, Joel. Num Pages: 264 pages, 20 ills. BIC Classification: 1H; JHBZ; JHM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780857452054
- ISBN
- 9780857452054
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 157.95
€ 157.95
Paperback. An ethnography depicting Songhay possession ceremonies, and recreating the reality of spirit presences. In this book, the voices of individual Songhay are evident and forceful throughout the story. The author seeks to expand our understanding of the harsh world of Songhay mediums and sorcerers. Num Pages: 288 pages, 37 halftones, 3 maps, 1 line drawing. BIC Classification: 1HFDN; HRKT; JFSL3; JFSL9; JHBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 151 x 17. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226775456
- ISBN
- 9780226775456
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.46
€ 49.46
Paperback. A shocking and moving investigation into the hidden abuses perpetrated by Colonel Gaddafi, Gaddafi's Harem reveals the appalling private life of one of the twentieth century's most malevolent dictators. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1HBL; 3JJ; 3JM; HBJH; HBLW3; HBLX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 184 x 22. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Publisher
- Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781611855678
- ISBN
- 9781611855678
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.81
€ 17.99
€ 12.81
Hardback. A shocking and moving investigation into the hidden abuses perpetrated by Colonel Gaddafi, Gaddafi's Harem reveals the appalling private life of one of the twentieth century's most malevolent dictators. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1HBL; 3JM; HBJH; HBLX; JFFE2; JPHX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 537.
- Publisher
- Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781611856101
- ISBN
- 9781611856101
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 15.79
€ 21.99
€ 15.79
Hardcover. This collection looks at regional trade liberalization in South Africa, and argues tht to improve growth performance and stimulate development, governments must co-ordinate domestic policies with trade reforms, and strenghten weak institutions and infrastructures. Editor(s): Jenkins, Carolyn; Leape, Jonathan; Thomas, Lynne. Num Pages: 287 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HFM; KCLT1; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 144 x 23. Weight in Grams: 554.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333777770
- ISBN
- 9780333777770
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.39
€ 122.39
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1982
- Publisher
- Griffith Institute United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 63
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780900416347
- ISBN
- 9780900416347
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 44.89
€ 44.89
Hardback. Are conservation and protecting animals the same thing? This title takes a fresh look at this question as it applies to Africa's megafauna. It assesses the rising influence of the animal rights movement and finds that the policies championed by animal welfare groups could lead paradoxically to the elimination of the very species. Num Pages: 272 pages, 14 b/w photographs, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1H; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520266261
- ISBN
- 9780520266261
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 28.68
€ 38.99
€ 28.68
Paperback. This guide is packed with practical, interpretative information on the most commonly encountered animals and plants of the Lowveld - information that is usually only available if you have a game ranger or field guide by your side in the bush! Num Pages: 352 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 217 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1036.
- Publisher
- Briza Publications
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781920217068
- ISBN
- 9781920217068
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 31.81
€ 37.99
€ 31.81
Paperback. Result of a conference held in 1993, a century after Gandhi was ejected from a train at Pietermaritzburg station, this book traces some of the influences, which effected his transformation from an unsuccessful young man to a mature political and spiritual leader ready to carve his niche in history after his return to India in 1914. Num Pages: 152 pages, 14ill. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; BGH; HBJH; HBLW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 140. Weight in Grams: 170.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- University of KwaZulu-Natal Press
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780869809174
- ISBN
- 9780869809174
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.33
€ 18.99
€ 17.33
Paperback. Founded by MK Gandhi early in his career, the Natal Indian Congress is one of the oldest political organizations in South Africa. This book traces its course through colonial anti-Asiatic feeling, past apartheid, and into the new democracy. Num Pages: 197 pages, 24 b and w photographs. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJH; HBLL; JPHC; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 140. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- University Of KwaZulu-Natal Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780869809310
- ISBN
- 9780869809310
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.30
€ 19.99
€ 18.30
Paperback. A study of European planning ideas in the form of garden city concepts and practices in their broadest sense, and the ways these were transmitted, diffused and diverted in various colonial territories and situations Editor(s): Bigon, Liora; Katz, Yossi. Series Editor(s): Thompson, Andrew; Mackenzie, John. Series: Studies in Imperialism. Num Pages: 216 pages, 27 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FBP; 1H; HBJF1; HBJH; HBTQ; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 234 x 23. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Publisher
- Manchester University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781526106780
- ISBN
- 9781526106780
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.05
€ 57.05
Paperback. Adventures around the Maldives archipelago into the unexplored edges of paradise. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1HSV; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Publisher
- Nicholas Brealey Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781857886276
- ISBN
- 9781857886276
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.83
€ 19.99
€ 14.83
Paperback. A study that illuminates the Egyptian experience of modernity by critically analyzing the foremost medium through which it was articulated: history. Covering more than one hundred years of mostly unexamined historical literature in Arabic, it explores Egyptian historical thought and examines the careers of numerous critical historians. Num Pages: 406 pages, 4 b/w photographs, 7 tables. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 3JJ; HBJF1; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 25. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 406
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520257337
- ISBN
- 9780520257337
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 31.26
€ 43.99
€ 31.26