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The Americas

Hardback. Reflects the history of Jazz and explores race and class and how they defined the material and psychic divides of a city. This book conveys the drama and artistry of the music of various artists as well as the personal hardships many of them endured. It explores the music's richness through political, social, and philosophical contexts. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; AVGJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 236 x 22. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231136822
ISBN
9780231136822
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 70.12

Paperback. Gerald M. Sider weaves together stories from his civil rights activism, his childhood, and his experiences as an anthropologist to investigate the dynamic ways race has been constructed and lived in America since the 1960s. Num Pages: 248 pages, 13 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFN; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822360087
ISBN
9780822360087
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.31

Hardcover. Pomper explores the concept of 'democratic heroism', through accounts of eight individuals who, by 'just doing their jobs' have played crucial roles in resolving national problems in the United States. Num Pages: 320 pages, 8ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; JPHV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 151 x 25. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300100358
ISBN
9780300100358
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.59

Paperback. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBW; LND. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 8. Weight in Grams: 188.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9781594547201
ISBN
9781594547201
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.50
€ 52.00

Hardcover. Editor(s): Kessler, Gerald M. Num Pages: 405 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LBBZ; LNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 187 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1070.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
405
Condition
New
SKU
V9781604560442
ISBN
9781604560442
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 237.12
€ 160.69

paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 131 x 16. Weight in Grams: 309.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Random House USA Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780307743381
ISBN
9780307743381
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.17

Paperback. This work provides a theory and explanation of the modern economic, political and social development of 20 Asian nations. It also offers an analysis of past, present and future US policy responses in the region. The author's thesis for the future incorporates a scaled-down role for the US. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1F; 1KBB; JPQB; JPS; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 335.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847680238
ISBN
9780847680238
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.48

Hardback. The noted cultural critic Gerald Early explores the intersection of race and sports, and our deeper, often contradictory attitudes toward the athletes we glorify. What desires and anxieties are encoded in our worship of (or disdain for) high-performance athletes? What other, invisible contests unfold when we watch a sporting event? Series: Alain Locke Lecture Series. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFCA; JFSL3; WS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 124 x 28. Weight in Grams: 328.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
First Edition, First Printing
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674050983
ISBN
9780674050983
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 40.16

Hardback. Plessy v Ferguson (1897) established racial segregation in American constitutional law. In the debate over affirmative action, Justice Harlan's dissent has been used to justify attacks on government affirmative action programs. This book takes a look at the moral and political principles underlying this historic decision and Harlan's dissent. Editor(s): Postema, Gerald J. Num Pages: 116 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LAB; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 349.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
116
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792346654
ISBN
9780792346654
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 123.91

Hardback. Reveals a novel thesis concerning slave resistence and the roots of abolitionism Num Pages: 365 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KBB; 1QDB; 3JF; 3JH; HBTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 164 x 28. Weight in Grams: 602.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
365
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814773499
ISBN
9780814773499
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 81.31

Paperback. Blends biography, social history, and critical race theory to illuminate the fascinating life of Lawrence Dennis, a complex and enigmatic man Num Pages: 229 pages, 4 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; JPFQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 362.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
229
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814737330
ISBN
9780814737330
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.60

Paperback. The Mexican Revolution impacted both Mexican and African Americans. Drawing on archives on both sides of the border, a host of cutting-edge studies and oral histories, Horne chronicles the political currents which created and then undermined the Mexican border as a relative safe haven for African Americans. Series: American History and Culture Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, photos. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; 3JJG; HBJK; HBLW; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814736739
ISBN
9780814736739
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.60

Paperback. "A fascinating account of the extraordinary life of W. E. B. Du Bois's widow: a complex, creative woman who lived a colorful, meaningful life." (Essence) "Horne is the first biographer to grant Shirley Graham Du Bois her due." (Boston Globe) Num Pages: 363 pages, b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; BGH; JPVH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 24. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
363
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814736487
ISBN
9780814736487
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.71

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
365
Condition
New
SKU
V9781479876396
ISBN
9781479876396
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.51

Paperback. During its heyday in the 19th century, the African slave trade was fueled by the close relationship of the US and Brazil. This work tells the story of how US nationals participated in this odious commerce by creating diplomatic, social, and political ties with Brazil, which has the largest population of African origin outside of Africa itself. Num Pages: 341 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KBB; 1KLSB; HBTB; HBTS; JPSD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 472.
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
341
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814736890
ISBN
9780814736890
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.71

Paperback. Reveals the experiences of black sailors and their contribution to the struggle for labour and civil rights, the history of the Communist Party and its black members, and the significant dimensions of Jamaican labour and political radicalism. Num Pages: 380 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; 1K; GTB; HBJK; JHMP; KNXB2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 486.
Publisher
New York University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814737408
ISBN
9780814737408
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.71

Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KJC; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJK; HBLL; HBLW; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 151 x 29. Weight in Grams: 616.
Publisher
Monthly Review Press,U.S.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781583674451
ISBN
9781583674451
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.57

Paperback. Series: Revolutionary Lives. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; BGF; HBJK; HBLW; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745335322
ISBN
9780745335322
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.65

Paperback. Num Pages: 363 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; HBJK; HBWF; JFFJ; JFSL1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 197 x 28. Weight in Grams: 562.
Publisher
New York University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781479806898
ISBN
9781479806898
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.40

paperback. This much-anticipated second edition builds on lessons learned from the past and links them to current trends already shaping the future of regional planning in Canada. Num Pages: 792 pages, 30 figures, 21 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; RGC; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
792
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774834148
ISBN
9780774834148
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.14
€ 69.32

Hardback. The first book to consolidate the history, evolution, current practice, and future prospects for regional planning in Canada. Num Pages: 470 pages, figs.tabs.M. BIC Classification: 1KBC; AMVD; RPC; RPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 885.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
470
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774808507
ISBN
9780774808507
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.81

Paperback. A discussion of the history, evolution, practice and prospects for regional planning in Canada. The authors identify the intellectual and conceptual foundations of regional planning and review the main modes of planning for different regions, including rural and resource development regions. Num Pages: 470 pages, figures, maps, tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152. Weight in Grams: 794.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774808514
ISBN
9780774808514
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 41.60

Paperback. Features selections of photographs and tribal stories recorded and preserved by the author in his 20-volume masterpiece, "The North American Indian", offering the reader a bridge through time to the last generation of Indians from the Buffalo Days of pre-reservation life. Editor(s): Hausman, Gerald; Kapoun, Robert W.; Crow, Joe Medicine. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AJ; HBTB; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 257 x 204 x 15. Weight in Grams: 676.
Publisher
World Wisdom Books United States
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781933316703
ISBN
9781933316703
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.37

Hardcover. Editor(s): Redstone, Gerald H. Num Pages: 75 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; VSB; VSH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 258.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
75
Condition
New
SKU
V9781607415152
ISBN
9781607415152
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 126.86
€ 87.41

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