History: earliest times to present day
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History: earliest times to present day
Hardcover. The command and control of military operations is a difficult art. "The Challenges of High Command" explores British ideas of how this should be done and, with the guidance of leading military historians, looks at the practicalities of British experience in World Wars I and II and later wars. Editor(s): Sheffield, G. D.; Till, Geoffrey. Series: Cormorant Security Studies Series. Num Pages: 227 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; HBJD1; HBLW; JWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 217 x 144 x 18. Weight in Grams: 400.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333804384
- ISBN
- 9780333804384
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.54
€ 127.54
Hardcover. Following the abolition of the British slave trade in 1807, a group of politicians began to agitate for reform of England's "bloody code" of criminal statutes. This examines the politics and propaganda of criminal law reform from 1808 to the Whig succession to power in 1830. Series: Studies in Modern History. Num Pages: 242 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JH; HBJD1; HBLL; HRC; JKVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 460.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333803882
- ISBN
- 9780333803882
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Hardcover. These essays submit one of the most momentous events in English history - the execution of King Charles I - to rigorous scholarship, and contextualize it in the light of historiography at the beginning of the 21st century, not least regarding relations between the three kingdoms of Britain. Editor(s): Peacey, Jason. Num Pages: 306 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 151 x 23. Weight in Grams: 500.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2001st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333802595
- ISBN
- 9780333802595
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.17
€ 128.17
Hardcover. In its specially commissioned 14 chapters, this book discusses a range of issues around the theme of male spirituality in the 19th century, drawing from history, cultural studies, art history and literary criticism. Num Pages: 243 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; DSBF; HBJD1; HBLL; HRC; JFC; JFSJ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 495.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333802533
- ISBN
- 9780333802533
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.84
€ 127.84
Hardcover. In his study of a leading Russian literary journal during the last decade of Soviet power, Simon Cosgrove argues that Russian nationalism was an important ideological element in Soviet political life, consisting of two opposing tendencies. Series: Studies in Russia and East Europe. Num Pages: 253 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 3JJPN; DSBH; HBJD; HBLW; JPFN; JPH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333802038
- ISBN
- 9780333802038
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.04
€ 67.04
Paperback. This exploration of the full diversity of the Italian Antimafia draws on primary sources and interviews to provide the first complete analysis of social, political and grassroots efforts since 1992. This fascinating study looks at Antimafia initiatives within the context of international initiatives against organized crime. Num Pages: 257 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1DST; 3JJ; HBJD; HBLW; JKVF; JKVM; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 16. Weight in Grams: 366.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 257
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333801581
- ISBN
- 9780333801581
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.38
€ 71.38
Hardcover. This volume argues that post-war Britain's "imperial over-extension" has been exaggerated. It shows how Britain developed and adjusted its defence strategy based upon the perceived Communist threat and available resources. Series: Studies in Military and Strategic History. Num Pages: 353 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1FP; 3JJPG; HBG; HBLW3; JPS; JWK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 668.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333801482
- ISBN
- 9780333801482
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.56
€ 128.56
Hardcover. Since it gained independance in 1956, Sudan has spent much of the following period embroiled in bitter civil war. This book provides a thorough chronicle of events in Sudan since Independance, drawing on first-hand interviews. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBS; 3JJP; HBJH; HBLW3; HBTQ; HBTR; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 145 x 224 x 21. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333801475
- ISBN
- 9780333801475
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.99
€ 66.99
Hardcover. Examines the role of the masses in the collapse of the East German regime and state in 1989 in the northern district of Schwerin. The study shows the extent to which citizens of the GDR dictatorship were instrumental in their state's demise. Series: New Perspectives in German Political Studies. Num Pages: 226 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DFGE; 3JJPN; HBJD; HBLW3; HBTB; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 19. Weight in Grams: 467.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333800980
- ISBN
- 9780333800980
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.09
€ 127.09
Hardcover. The absence in Medieval Hungary of fief holding and vassalage has often been cited by historians as evidence of Hungary's early "deviation" from European norms. This book argues that Medieval Hungary was, nevertheless, familiar with many institutions characteristic of noble society in Europe. Series: Studies in Russia and East Europe. Num Pages: 246 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 1DVH; 3H; HBJD; HBLC; HBTG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333800850
- ISBN
- 9780333800850
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.84
€ 127.84
Hardcover. "Why Allende? Why Pinochet?" covers the two most conflicting Chilean governments of this century. The book ends with a discussion of the legacies of both governments. In the historical Chilean memory of the century, human rights violations will occupy a special place. Num Pages: 235 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSH; HBJK; HBLW3; JPF; JPVH; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 20. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333800539
- ISBN
- 9780333800539
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.18
€ 127.18
Hardcover. This work examines a critical time and place in world history (the end of the Cold War) and the strategies and values employed in the public diplomacy of the Bush and Clinton administrations to build domestic and international consensus. Num Pages: 266 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBG; HBLW3; JPQB; JPSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 531.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333800515
- ISBN
- 9780333800515
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.17
€ 194.17
Hardback. Leonid Brezhnev was leader of the Soviet Union for almost two decades when it was at the height of its powers. This book is a reappraisal of both Brezhnev, the man, and the system over which he ruled. Editor(s): Bacon, Edwin; Sandle, Mark. Series: Studies in Russian and East European History and Society. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 3JJ; BGH; HBJD; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 140 x 226 x 19. Weight in Grams: 414.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 241
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333794630
- ISBN
- 9780333794630
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Hardcover. This volume examines populist elements in the life and work of William Wordsworth. It provides a study of Wordsworth's views on social change in rural Britain and a new presepctive on the industrial revolution. Series: Studies in Modern History. Num Pages: 306 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 2AB; HBJD1; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 591.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333794364
- ISBN
- 9780333794364
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.32
€ 128.32
Hardcover. An analysis of US policy towards Indonesian nationalism that concludes Truman's support for independence was based on his Cold War priorities and not principled backing for self-determination and reveals Eisenhower's New Look led to a CIA-backed intervention, propelling Indonesia towards communism. Series: Cold War History. Num Pages: 267 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FMN; 1KBB; 3JJPG; HBJK; HBLW3; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333793152
- ISBN
- 9780333793152
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.84
€ 127.84
Hardcover. This text looks at the intervention of Napoleon III in Mexico in the 1860s. The book considers whether this was consistent with his foreign policy and his belief that free trade would lead to peace. It covers his attempts to achieve his goal and how he was thwarted by his own representatives. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; 3JH; HBG; HBJD; HBLL; JPS; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 531.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333793022
- ISBN
- 9780333793022
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.00
€ 128.00
Hardback. This volume presents 19 original essays by Japanese, British and other international historians and covers the evolving military relationship from the 19th century through to the end of the 20th century. Editor(s): Gow, I. T. M.; Hirama, Yoichi; Chapman, John. Series: The History of Anglo-Japanese Relations, 1600-2000. Num Pages: 329 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1FPJ; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJM; HBLL; HBLW; JPS; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 329
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333791967
- ISBN
- 9780333791967
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.53
€ 128.53
Hardback. Challenging the notion that there was no "popular imperialism" in France, this book examines the importance of France's colonial role in the development of French society and culture after 1870. Editor(s): Chafer, Tony; Sackur, Amanda. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; HBJD; HBLW; HBTQ; HBTR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333791806
- ISBN
- 9780333791806
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Hardback. This is a study of crowds and crowd activity during the most turbulent period of Ireland's history. The introduction proposes an outline history of the crowd in Ireland and is followed by eight specialist studies of crowd activity. Editor(s): Jupp, Peter; Magennis, Eoin. Num Pages: 289 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 3JF; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJD1; HBLL; HBLW; JMH; JPWF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1013.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 289
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333789902
- ISBN
- 9780333789902
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.45
€ 131.45
Hardcover. This text focuses on a key period in Latin American history, the transition from colonial status, via the revolutions for independence, to national organization. The essays provide in-depth studies of 18th-century society, the colonial state, and the roots of independence in Spanish America. Series: Institute of Latin American Studies. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KL; HBJK; HBLH; HBLL; HBTQ; HBTR; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 19. Weight in Grams: 519.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333786789
- ISBN
- 9780333786789
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. This study investigates the place of the royal court and the operation of patronage in several European kingdoms in the early Middle Ages. It seeks to identify the roots of later medieval developments, and especially of the Carolingian Renaissance, in the centuries immediately succeeding the period of Roman rule. Series: Medieval Culture & Society. Num Pages: 226 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3F; HBJD; HBLC; HRCC1. Category: (G) General; (U) Tertiary Education. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333786666
- ISBN
- 9780333786666
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 160.92
€ 160.92
Hardback. This book brings together a collection of essays by western scholars about women in the Stalin era (1928-53). It explores both the realities of women's lived experience in the 1930s and 1940s, and the various forms in which womanhood and femininity were represented and constructed in these decades. Series: Studies in Russian and East European History and Society. Num Pages: 256 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; HBJD; HBLW; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 531.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333779309
- ISBN
- 9780333779309
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 116.96
€ 116.96
Hardcover. "Designing US Economic Policy" examines the development of US economic policy in the aftermath of World War II. It analyzes the work of Leon H. Keyserling, a major economic advisor to Harry S. Trueman and provides insight into the post-war period of American economic policy. Num Pages: 190 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; HBJK; HBLW3; KCP; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 16. Weight in Grams: 417.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333775752
- ISBN
- 9780333775752
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.08
€ 66.08
Hardcover. This text focuses on the collapse of the post-war consensus in the mid-1970s crisis and the emergence of a new consensus in the 1990s. The author follows this process through six key policy areas including civil service reform, privatization, macro-economic management and relations with Europe. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; HBJD1; HBLW; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333775714
- ISBN
- 9780333775714
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.81
€ 127.81