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Paperback. What if there were more women in congress? Michele L. Swers demonstrates that, even though representatives often vote a party line, their gender is politically significant and does indeed influence policy making. Num Pages: 208 pages, 10 line drawings, 22 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSJ1; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 322.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226786490
ISBN
9780226786490
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 27.64

Hardcover. In the run-up to the 2012 presidential election, Democrats and Republicans were locked in a fierce battle for the female vote. This book offers an exploration of how women are influencing policy and politics in this erstwhile male bastion of power. Num Pages: 304 pages, 10 line drawings, 19 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSJ1; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226022796
ISBN
9780226022796
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 106.71
€ 88.67

Paperback. Series: Morality and Society Series. Num Pages: 350 pages, 7 tables, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSC; KFF; KJG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 148 x 227 x 21. Weight in Grams: 476.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226468174
ISBN
9780226468174
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.02

Paperback. Since the 1960s social scientists have been reluctant to discuss the cultural dimensions of racial inequality - not wanting to "blame the victim" for having "wrong values". This text employs cultural analysis toward an understanding of how cultural structures articulate the black/white problem. Num Pages: 432 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC; JFFJ; JFSL; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
2nd ed.
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226468365
ISBN
9780226468365
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 37.06

Paperback. Even as unemployment rates soared during the Great Depression, FDR's relief and social security programs faced attacks in Congress and the courts on the legitimacy of federal aid to the growing population of poor. This book recovers this crucial aspect of American history, tracing the roots of the modern American welfare state. Num Pages: 352 pages, 23 halftones, 1 line drawing, 13 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLW; JPQB; LAZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 506.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226923499
ISBN
9780226923499
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 28.58

Paperback. Challenges critical assumptions about the way Aestheticism responded to anxieties about nationality, sexuality, identity, influence, originality and morality. This book also shows how these conflicting energies animated the late 19th century's most exciting transatlantic cultural enterprise. Num Pages: 328 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBF; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 161 x 17. Weight in Grams: 560.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748697533
ISBN
9780748697533
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.56

Paperback / so. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BG; JFFJ; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 19. Weight in Grams: 245.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Random House USA Inc United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780307475275
ISBN
9780307475275
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.74

Paperback. Revealing the relationship between presidential campaign agendas and policymaking Series: Democracy, Free Enterprise, and the Rule. Num Pages: 216 pages, 26 charts, 19 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA; JPQ; JPVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252077890
ISBN
9780252077890
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 24.02

Paperback. Unlike any other tour guide, this book provides a unique combination of five short tours that are easy to walk and designed to make you a local expert. Take a quick, entertaining stroll while you enjoy unique tidbits of information and eclectic stops. Eve Num Pages: 125 pages, 126 colour photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBEJ; WSZC; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 227 x 10. Weight in Grams: 370.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2019
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764329463
ISBN
9780764329463
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.66

Hardcover. Num Pages: 128 pages, 182 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WCV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 288 x 223 x 17. Weight in Grams: 994.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
128
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764344060
ISBN
9780764344060
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 28.26

Paperback. From tiny cottages to grand mansions, these examples of Carpenter Gothic, Queen Anne, Stick Style, Italianate and Second Empire architecture have made Willimantic, Connecticut famous. Over 175 color images display the high Victorian houses of "Romantic Willimantic." Num Pages: 112 pages, 178 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 219 x 12. Weight in Grams: 660.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764326035
ISBN
9780764326035
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.06

Hardback. The chaos, complicity, and deadly consequences of the Boston Marathon bombing Num Pages: 320 pages, 34 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781611688498
ISBN
9781611688498
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.85

hardcover. Illuminates the various ways in which the American Revolution and its aftermath directly and indirectly influenced France before and after the French Revolution. This title includes essays that cluster several basic themes such as: the condition of Native Americans and African-Americans, and more. Num Pages: 228 pages, 7 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2ADF; HBJD; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152. Weight in Grams: 539.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9780878404971
ISBN
9780878404971
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.78

Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFJ; JNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 227.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226344386
ISBN
9780226344386
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.76

Hardcover. Examines the symbiotic relationship between heterosexual romance and postfeminist culture. The book argues that since 1980, postfeminism's most salient tensions and anxieties have been reflected in the American romance film. It offers a new perspective on romance films by examining the symbiotic relationship between romance and postfeminism. Series: Traditions in American Cinema. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 162 x 17. Weight in Grams: 454.
Publisher
EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY PRESS
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748693368
ISBN
9780748693368
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 106.31
€ 102.99

Paperback. Examines a cycle of postfeminist films that adopt the conventions of romance. This book explores the symbiotic relationship between heterosexual romance and postfeminist culture. It offers a fresh perspective on both popular American romance films and postfeminist cultural criticism. Series: Traditions in American Cinema. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APFN; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 157 x 17. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781474405560
ISBN
9781474405560
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.60

Paperback. Looks at sixteen HIV-positive women who have a history of drug use, conflict with the law, or a history of working in the sex trade. This work explores the barriers of stigma in relation to political participation, and demonstrates how stigma can be effectively challenged and redirected. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFH2; JFFJ; JFSJ1; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691127705
ISBN
9780691127705
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 30.89

Sheet map, folded. Series: Michelin Zoom Map. Num Pages: Colour mapping. BIC Classification: 1KBBWD; 1KBBWM; 1KBBWY; WTRD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 131 x 6. Weight in Grams: 108.
Publisher
Michelin Editions des Voyages
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9782067190801
ISBN
9782067190801
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.30

Sheet map. Series: Michelin - Citymap Laminated. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; WTRS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 99 x 220 x 14. Weight in Grams: 72.
Publisher
Michelin
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9782067214118
ISBN
9782067214118
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.61

Sheet map, folded. Series: Michelin Regional Maps. Num Pages: colour mapping. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; 1KBC; WTRD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 252 x 7. Weight in Grams: 108.
Publisher
Michelin Editions des Voyages France
Publication date
2013
Edition
14th edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9782067184626
ISBN
9782067184626
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.07

Paperback. Editor(s): Malson, Micheline R.; Mudimbe-Boyi, Elisabeth; O'Barr, Jean F.; Wyer, Mary. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSJ1; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 481.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226502960
ISBN
9780226502960
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 22.94

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
New York University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781479800971
ISBN
9781479800971
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 27.37

Hardcover. Drawing on historical and ethnographic sources, this volume provides a basic introduction to the study of religion and theology in the Latino/a, Black, and Latin American contexts, and then shows how theology can be reframed to better speak to the concerns of both religious studies and the real people the theologians' work is meant to represent. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1K; GTB; HR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
NYU Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781479853069
ISBN
9781479853069
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 84.98

Paperback. Starting with the figure of the bold, boisterous girl in the mid-19th century and ending with the 'girl power' movement of the 1990's, this title provides a critical study of this gender-bending code of female conduct. It traces the literary and cultural transformations that the concept of 'tomboy' has undergone in the United States. Num Pages: 338 pages, 10 Halftoness. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBF; DSBH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 470.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Temple University Press,U.S. United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
338
Condition
New
SKU
V9781592137237
ISBN
9781592137237
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 35.00

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