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The Americas
Paperback. Formal education is important in creating enlightened and active citizens. However, despite an increase in education attainment since the 1970s, political engagement has not risen at a commensurate level. This text explores how and why education affects citizenship in these ways. Num Pages: 290 pages, 33 line drawings, 44 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFN; JNA; JPHV; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 17. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226583891
- ISBN
- 9780226583891
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.77
€ 37.99
€ 29.77
Paperback. A unique examination of ethnography as a theory-constructive endeavour focused on indigenous and Afro-descended Ecuadorian people Num Pages: 280 pages, 4 color photographs, 1 line drawing, 1 map, 2 charts. BIC Classification: 1KLS; JFC; JFSL9; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252077975
- ISBN
- 9780252077975
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.51
€ 31.99
€ 28.51
Paperback. The Andean nation of Ecuador derives much of its revenue from petroleum that is extracted from its vast Upper Amazonian rain forest, which is home to ten indigenous nationalities. This book presents a trenchant ethnography of history, ecology, imagery, and cosmology to focus on shamans, ceramic artists, myth, ritual, and political engagements. Num Pages: 336 pages, 29 photographs; 3 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KLSX; JFC; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 585. Weight in Grams: 535.
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252074790
- ISBN
- 9780252074790
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 27.59
€ 30.99
€ 27.59
Hardcover. A work on US-Russian relations over the course of 200 years. This fourth volume provides a comprehensive study that captures the major changes in relations between two nations on the verge of becoming dominant global powers. It examines the rationale for America's failure to recognize the Soviet government through the early 1930s. Num Pages: 456 pages, 27 photographs. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 1KBB; 3JJG; JPS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 36. Weight in Grams: 821.
- Publisher
- University Press of Kansas
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780700614486
- ISBN
- 9780700614486
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 86.81
€ 86.81
Paperback. Identifies reasons for public disenchantment with the press, provides specific examples of mistakes made by newspaper owners, publishers, editors, and reporters, and gives advice on meeting the responsibilities of journalism. Num Pages: 258 pages. BIC Classification: 1KB; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231058773
- ISBN
- 9780231058773
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.55
€ 48.55
paperback. In this volume, Dr Norris calls attention to the sociological and physical factors that often influence the work of educators, discussing the general perception of the teaching profession, as well as more specific issues such as reform, research and political agendas. Num Pages: 224 pages, bibliography, index, footnotes. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 149 x 12. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- R&L Education United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810842168
- ISBN
- 9780810842168
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 81.20
€ 81.20
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, 30+ b/w photos & maps. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; WSZC; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 12. Weight in Grams: 274.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Harbour Publishing Canada
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781550174793
- ISBN
- 9781550174793
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Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.48
€ 23.99
€ 20.48
Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, 60 b/w photos & 40 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBC; WSZC; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Publisher
- Harbour Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781550176360
- ISBN
- 9781550176360
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.48
€ 20.99
€ 19.48
Paperback. For those looking to raise a family in a storybook American town, or a change of pace from hectic city life, this book is the answer. Num Pages: 392 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; VSH; WKDM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 180 x 16. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780871319883
- ISBN
- 9780871319883
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.52
€ 20.99
€ 19.52
Hardcover. Critical political debate requires respect for principles of logic, rationality and reasonableness, as well as shared conceptions of evidence and relevance in the political arena. This book presents case studies in order to demonstrate the inherent dangers of not applying principles of reasoning to the interpretation of political events. Num Pages: 79 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; JP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 6. Weight in Grams: 270.
- Publisher
- Sussex Academic Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 79
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845193393
- ISBN
- 9781845193393
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.41
€ 50.41
paperback. A cogent analysis of North American trade unions' precipitous decline in recent decades Series: The Working Class in American History. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: 1KL; 1KLCM; GTB; JFC; JHBL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252076701
- ISBN
- 9780252076701
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 26.21
€ 27.99
€ 26.21
Paperback. Jamaican dancehall has long been one of the most vital and influential cultural and artistic forces within contemporary global music. This title presents a comprehensive view of this musical and cultural phenomenon: its growth and historical role within Jamaican society, its economy of star making, and its technology of production. Num Pages: 328 pages, 44 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; ASD; JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 24. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822325147
- ISBN
- 9780822325147
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.56
€ 31.99
€ 28.56
Paperback. Chronicles a significant period in American cultural history and race relations, as it glorifies the popularized home of the Lindy Hop, and the birthplace of such memorable dance fads as the Big Apple, Shag, Truckin', Peckin', Susie Q, Charleston, Peabody, Black Bottom, Cake Walk, Boogie Woogie, Shimmy, and tap dancing. Editor(s): Jensen, Evette. Num Pages: 261 pages, 52 b&w illustrations, 1 figure. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; ASD; ASZH; AVGJ; BGF; HBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 261
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781566398497
- ISBN
- 9781566398497
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.61
€ 33.99
€ 30.61
Hardback. Explores high-level career executives who make positive contributions to Americans' quality of life. This title profiles six "unsung heroes", the people behind the scenes of some of the most successful programs in American government, and identifies the tools, skills, and strategies that make them effective leaders. Num Pages: 266 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 539.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780878405923
- ISBN
- 9780878405923
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.45
€ 202.45
Paperback. Exploring the phenomenon of divorce in American society, this book looks at divorce as a legal action, as an individual experience, and as a cultural symbol in its era of institutionalization. It analyzes the legal and legislative aspects of divorce and the public response to them. Num Pages: 249 pages, 8 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; 3JH; HBTB; JFC; JHBK; LA; LNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 68.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 249
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520231962
- ISBN
- 9780520231962
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.74
€ 33.99
€ 24.74
Hardcover. Num Pages: 304 pages, 60 colour & b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVRL1; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 236 x 29. Weight in Grams: 808.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Schiffer
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764350481
- ISBN
- 9780764350481
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.20
€ 31.99
€ 21.20
paperback. Introduces us to the violent, secret world of domestic abuse that cops must not only navigate, but which some also perpetrate. The author draws on lessons learned on the job to make powerful arguments for drug decriminalization, abolition of the death penalty, and radically revised approaches to prostitution and gun control. Num Pages: 416 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSW1; JKV; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 24. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Avalon Publishing Group United States
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781560258551
- ISBN
- 9781560258551
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.73
€ 19.99
€ 18.73
Hardcover. "Stamper offers new insights into the conditions that have created [the problems in American policing], reminding us that police in a democratic society belong to the people--and not the other way around .. [and delivering] a revolutionary new model for American law enforcement: the community-based police department"-- Num Pages: 336 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSW1; JPV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 244 x 35. Weight in Grams: 564.
- Publisher
- Nation Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781568585406
- ISBN
- 9781568585406
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 28.51
€ 43.99
€ 28.51
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Veloce Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845848026
- ISBN
- 9781845848026
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 16.00
€ 19.99
€ 16.00
Paperback. Examining the development of the popular 1/2-ton American pickup truck during the 60s, this book includes the numerous, new alternative designs and engineering approaches. This volume also reveals specifications, industry facts and figures, and optional equipment, through detailed text and previously unpublished images. Series: Those Were the Days .. Series. Num Pages: 96 pages, 120. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WGCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 205. .
- Publisher
- Veloce Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845848033
- ISBN
- 9781845848033
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 23.71
€ 27.99
€ 23.71