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Paperback. Traces the history of the Jesuits' invention of Confucius and of themselves as native defenders of Confucius' teaching. This book demonstrates how sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Western missionaries used translations of the ancient ru tradition to invent the historical figure who has since been globally celebrated as philosopher, and prophet. Num Pages: 472 pages, 13 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; HRKN1; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 34. Weight in Grams: 798.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 472
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822320470
- ISBN
- 9780822320470
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 31.82
€ 34.99
€ 31.82
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851987842
- ISBN
- 9780851987842
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.18
€ 66.18
Paperback. The experience of the divine in India has three components, sight, performance, and sound. One in a trilogy of books that include Diana Eck's Darsan: Seeing the Divine in India, and Susan L. Schwartz's Rasa: Performing the Divine in India, Mantra presents an introduction to the use of sound-mantra-in the practice of Indian religion. Num Pages: 136 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 1KBB; HRK; HRLF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231129619
- ISBN
- 9780231129619
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.74
€ 33.99
€ 24.74
Paperback. A new edition of Mottahedeh's gripping account of Islam and Politics in revolutionary Iran. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBN; HBJF1; HBLW; HRAM2; HRH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 136 x 30. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Publisher
- Oneworld Publications United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 416
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851686162
- ISBN
- 9781851686162
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 26.89
€ 26.99
€ 26.89
Paperback. Offering a snapshot of Japanese society, this title examines etiquette guides, advice literature, and other such instruction for behavior from the early modern period to the present day and discovers how manners do in fact make the nation. Editor(s): Bardsley, Jan; Miller, Laura. Num Pages: 304 pages, 15 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; JFC; JHBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 418. Gender, Power, and Etiquette in Japan. 304 pages, illustrations. Editor(s): Bardsley, Jan; Miller, Laura. Offering a snapshot of Japanese society, this title examines etiquette guides, advice literature, and other such instruction for behavior from the early modern period to the present day and discovers how manners do in fact make the nation. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; JFC; JHBT. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 18. Weight: 418.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520267848
- ISBN
- 9780520267848
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 29.12
€ 40.99
€ 29.12
Paperback. Num Pages: 280 pages, 60 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; AKLC1; JFCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 170 x 23. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Monash University Publishing Australia
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781925377064
- ISBN
- 9781925377064
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 32.61
€ 45.99
€ 32.61
Paperback. The secrets and techniques of shoujo manga, the popular style of Japanese animation that is based on stories related to peer pressure, friendship, and romance, are revealed in a guide that includes information on the unique stylistic characteristics of the style and tips on drawing different character types. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1FPJ; AGZ; AKLC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 215 x 10. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Publisher
- Watson-Guptill Publications United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780823029730
- ISBN
- 9780823029730
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 18.50
€ 24.99
€ 18.50
Hardcover. Kamishibai (paper theatre) is a fascinating and nearly vanished Japanese art form that paved the way for modern-day comic books and is central to the phenomenon of manga. This book examines the origin of the modern manga phenomenon. Num Pages: 304 pages, 250 full-colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; AKLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 230 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1348. The Art of Japanese Paper Theater. 304 pages, 250 full-colour illustrations. Kamishibai (paper theatre) is a fascinating and nearly vanished Japanese art form that paved the way for modern-day comic books and is central to the phenomenon of manga. This book examines the origin of the modern manga phenomenon. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1FPJ; AKLC1. Dimension: 246 x 230 x 29. Weight: 1348.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Abrams ComicArts
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810953031
- ISBN
- 9780810953031
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 34.61
€ 36.99
€ 34.61
Hardback. Examines the rise of anti-Catholic hostility in early nineteenth-century Vietnam under the Nguyen dynasty. Focusing on, but not limited to, the Cochinchina region, this book explores grassroots experiences of the religion and the conflict between the Nguyen court and missionaries of the Missions Etrangeres de Paris (MEP). Num Pages: 224 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1FMV; GTB; HBJF; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 163 x 237 x 20. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804756518
- ISBN
- 9780804756518
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 81.43
€ 81.43
Hardcover. .
- Publisher
- Anness Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908991003
- ISBN
- 9781908991003
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.86
€ 19.99
€ 15.86
Paperback. China's 1911-12 Revolution, is thought of primarily as a change in governmental style, from imperial to republican, traditional to modern. But to what extent was the revolution not only anti-monarchical, but also anti-Manchu? This title explores this provocative and complicated question. Series: Studies on Ethnic Groups in China. Num Pages: 404 pages, 14 illus. BIC Classification: 1FPC; GTB; HBJF; HBLL; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 230 x 29. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Edition
- English and 1964/ Special and Updated to Include N
- Number of pages
- 404
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295980409
- ISBN
- 9780295980409
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 33.91
€ 37.99
€ 33.91
Hardback.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812239126
- ISBN
- 9780812239126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 81.00
€ 81.00
Hardback. Series: Asia Perspectives: History, Society and Culture. Num Pages: 272 pages, 22 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 3JJG; 3JJH; BGH; HBJF; JFSJ1; JPSH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231152181
- ISBN
- 9780231152181
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.39
€ 37.99
€ 27.39
Paperback. Num Pages: 392 pages, 24 halftones. BIC Classification: 1F; 1QSP; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 21. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226896809
- ISBN
- 9780226896809
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 34.23
€ 44.99
€ 34.23
Paperback. An estimated 13-18 million people die from hunger, malnutrition and poverty-related causes every year. This book draws on the lessons of the Grameen Bank in Bangladesh, to explore the process of managing poverty alleviation programmes that make a lasting difference in the lives of the poor. Num Pages: 256 pages, notes, figures, table, index. BIC Classification: 1FKB; GTF; KCM; KFFK; KFFL; KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- Publisher
- Zed Books
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Edition
- illustrated edition
- SKU
- KNH0013216
- ISBN
- 9781856493161
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardback. This work encompasses the latest thinking on managing international business ventures in China's emerging economy. It examines key topics in areas including management of joint ventures, human resource management, and strategic management. Editor(s): Li, J. T. Series: International Business & Management. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KJK; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 230 x 23. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780080439334
- ISBN
- 9780080439334
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.63
€ 196.63
Hardback. Applies a sustainable development framework to the planning and managing of an intermediate size city in a developing region of a developing nation, and assesses the potential of such a framework to effectively guide the city's development. This work identifies issues and recommends approaches to assist local governments to enhance their capacity. Editor(s): Romanos, Michael; Auffrey, Christopher. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 338 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FMT; RNU; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 338
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402008184
- ISBN
- 9781402008184
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.89
€ 193.89
Hardback. Celebrates 'The Academy of International Business - Middle East North Africa' (AIB-MENA) Chapter's second conference themed "Managing in Uncertain Times" in Dubai, UAE. This title focuses on the real business management problems that MENA-based organizations face. Editor(s): Balakrishnan, Melodena Stephens; Michael, Ian; Rogmans, Tim; Moonesar, Immanuel. Series Editor(s): Balakrishnan, Melodena Stephens. Series: Actions and Insights - Middle East North Africa. Num Pages: 264 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1HB; KJC; KJH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 176 x 19. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780526201
- ISBN
- 9781780526201
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 87.89
€ 87.89
Hardback. Most of the world's freshwater resources in the liquid state are underground. As the population grows and demand for water rises, reliance on groundwater increases. This book explores the options and means for averting this all too realistic scenario by managing these shared groundwater resources. Editor(s): Feitelson, Eran; Haddad, Marwan. Series: Natural Resource Management and Policy. Num Pages: 512 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; RBK; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792372547
- ISBN
- 9780792372547
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.45
€ 250.45
Hardback. Alexander Laban Hinton offers a detailed analysis of a former Khmer Rouge security center commandant who was convicted for overseeing the interrogation, torture, and execution of nearly 20,000 Cambodians. Interested in how someone becomes an executioner, Hinton provides numerous ways to consider justice, genocide, memory, truth, and humanity. Num Pages: 360 pages, 22 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMC; 3JJ; HBJF; JHMC; JKV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 613.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780822362586
- ISBN
- 9780822362586
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 115.33
€ 115.33
Paperback. Alexander Laban Hinton offers a detailed analysis of a former Khmer Rouge security center commandant who was convicted for overseeing the interrogation, torture, and execution of nearly 20,000 Cambodians. Interested in how someone becomes an executioner, Hinton provides numerous ways to consider justice, genocide, memory, truth, and humanity. Num Pages: 360 pages, 22 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMC; 3JJ; HBJF; JHMC; JKV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 25. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Publisher
- Duke University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822362739
- ISBN
- 9780822362739
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.51
€ 32.99
€ 29.51
Paperback. "An outgrowth of the earlier comprehensive A guide to the mammals of China (Smith and Xie 2008)"--Pref. Editor(s): Smith, Andrew T.; Xie, Yan. Series: Princeton Pocket Guides. Num Pages: 400 pages, 384 color illus. 558 maps. BIC Classification: 1FPC; WNCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 191 x 27. Weight in Grams: 574.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Edition
- Poc
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691154275
- ISBN
- 9780691154275
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.55
€ 37.99
€ 27.55
Paperback. Series: The World in a Life Series. Num Pages: 176 pages, 13. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 1HFGA; 3JB; 3JD; BGH; HBJF; HBJH; HBTS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 129 x 6. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190269784
- ISBN
- 9780190269784
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.57
€ 43.57
Hardback. Based on a wealth of literary and historical documentation, this study places Tokugawa homosexuality in a global context, exploring its implications for contemporary debates on the historical construction of sexual desire. It traces the origins of pre-Tokugawa homosexual traditions among monks and samurai. Num Pages: 317 pages, 32 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; JFSJ; JFSK2; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 463.
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 317
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520209008
- ISBN
- 9780520209008
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 28.48
€ 38.99
€ 28.48