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The Americas
Paperback. Obama and the Biracial Factor is the first book to explore the significance of mixed-race identity as a key factor in the election of President Obama and examines the sociological and political relationship between race, power, and public policy in the United States. Editor(s): Jolivette, Andrew. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL; JPP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447301004
- ISBN
- 9781447301004
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 35.04
€ 36.99
€ 35.04
Paperback. In this history of the Chicago School of Sociology, Andrew Abbott investigates central topics in the emergence of modern scholarship, paying special attention to "schools of science" and how such schools reproduce themselves over time. Num Pages: 262 pages, 11 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; HBTB; JH; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 133 x 15. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226000992
- ISBN
- 9780226000992
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.52
€ 40.99
€ 31.52
Hardback. Provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of Asian American participation in US politics. This book covers historical and cultural context, political behavior and attitudes, interest groups and parties, elected officials, and public policies that have an important impact on Asian Americans. Series: US Minority Politics Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JPVH1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 247 x 179 x 26. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634463
- ISBN
- 9780745634463
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.84
€ 72.84
Paperback. Law school can be a joyous, soul-transforming challenge that leads to a rewarding career. As a recent graduate and an appellate lawyer, the author knows how high the stakes are - he's been there, and he graduated first in his class. In this book, he shares critical insights about how to make a law school journey successful. Series: Chicago Guides to Academic Life. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNZ; LA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226067056
- ISBN
- 9780226067056
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 20.11
€ 24.99
€ 20.11
Hardback. This book explores how the Canadian Army prepared for the possibility of a Third World War and how its innovations and adaptations laid the groundwork for the evolution of our national army. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJP; HBJK; HBLW; HBTW; HBW; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774827027
- ISBN
- 9780774827027
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 106.48
€ 106.48
Hardback. This "Long War" has left its imprint on virtually every aspect of American life. This book looks at America's response to the national-security crisis touched off by the events of World War II. It considers topics ranging from grand strategy and strategic bombing to ideology and economics, and assesses the changing American way of war. Editor(s): Bacevich, Andrew J. Num Pages: 608 pages, 8 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; JPQB; JWK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 43. Weight in Grams: 998.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231131582
- ISBN
- 9780231131582
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 111.71€ 85.02
€ 111.71
€ 85.02
If the railroads won the Gilded Age, the coal industry lost it. Railroads epitomized modern management, high technology, and vast economies of scale. By comparison, the coal industry was embarrassingly primitive. This book shows how disorder in the coal industry disrupted the strategic plans of the railroads. Series: Culture, Labor, History. Num Pages: 287 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; HBJK; HBTB; KNGT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 287
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780814764985
- ISBN
- 9780814764985
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.30
€ 62.30
Paperback. Illustrator(s): Brozman, Owen. Series: For Beginners. Num Pages: 112 pages, , black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 148.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- For Beginners United States
- Number of pages
- 105
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781934389379
- ISBN
- 9781934389379
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 14.56
€ 16.99
€ 14.56
Paperback. Series: York Notes Companions. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; 3JJ; DSBH; DSR. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education. Dimension: 148 x 210 x 17. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Publisher
- Pearson Education Limited
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- First Paperback Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781408266649
- ISBN
- 9781408266649
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 14.72
€ 15.99
€ 14.72
Paperback. Hollywood, Interrupted is a sometimes frightening, occasionally sad, and frequently hysterical odyssey into the darkest realms of showbiz pathology, the endless stream of meltdowns and flameouts, and the inexplicable behavior on the part of show business personalities. Num Pages: 394 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 146 x 29. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 394
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471706243
- ISBN
- 9780471706243
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 22.04
€ 26.99
€ 22.04
Paperback. "With a new chapter on the Weinergate scandal"--Cover. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFD; JPF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 134 x 20. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Grand Central Publishing
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780446572835
- ISBN
- 9780446572835
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 16.61
€ 18.99
€ 16.61
Paperback. Covers the SS United States' active service from 1952 to 1969 when she dominated the seas of Atlantic, sweeping all rivals before her. This title offers insight into the record-breaking liner, how she performed in the secret sea trials and her epic maiden voyage. Num Pages: 120 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTM; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 250 x 10. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The History Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752479538
- ISBN
- 9780752479538
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.66
€ 33.99
€ 28.66
Paperback. Num Pages: 120 pages, 150 black & white illustrations, 100 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 248 x 9. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- The History Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752498706
- ISBN
- 9780752498706
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.66
€ 33.99
€ 28.66
Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBNH; WSBT; WSJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Triumph Books United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781600789892
- ISBN
- 9781600789892
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.65
€ 19.99
€ 18.65
Paperback. A study of the third president of the United States, this text examines 70 years of letters and private accounts, providing an insight into the contradictions that surround Jefferson. The author recreates the world of the 18th century to demonstrate his subject's position within it. Num Pages: 356 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813917207
- ISBN
- 9780813917207
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.70
€ 35.70
Hardback. The American story of blacklists, scapegoating, conspiracies, and cover-ups that have taken over national politics throughout our history when the mainstream has adopted extremist fear that secret networks-from the Illuminati and Freemasons to Communists and Muslim terrorists-have infiltrated society and threatened destruction from within. Num Pages: 240 pages, 12 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; 3JM; HBJK; JPW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 192 x 25. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781493003341
- ISBN
- 9781493003341
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 22.72
€ 29.99
€ 22.72
Paperback. Editor(s): Garrod, Andrew; Kilkenny, Robert. Num Pages: 288 pages, 8. BIC Classification: 1F; 1KBB; JFSL; JNKS; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 428.
- Publisher
- Cornell University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801473845
- ISBN
- 9780801473845
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.37
€ 26.99
€ 25.37
Paperback. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; BM; JPFR; JPWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Encounter Books,USA United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594032653
- ISBN
- 9781594032653
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.69
€ 18.69
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Encounter Books,USA United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 472
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594035807
- ISBN
- 9781594035807
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.75
€ 20.75
Paperback. Race, Sex, and History in the Small Spaces of Andean Life. Series: Narrating Native Histories. 360 pages, 52 illustrations, 2 figures. Explores the multiple identities of a community of people in the Bolivian highlands through their own lived experiences and their own voices. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1KLSX; JFSL9; JHMC. Dimension: 232 x 163 x 20. Weight: 490.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Duke University Press
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822352679
- ISBN
- 9780822352679
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.75
€ 32.99
€ 29.75
Paperback. Series: Dover Thrift Editions. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGBA; KNJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 127 x 18. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Publisher
- Dover Publications Inc.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780486496375
- ISBN
- 9780486496375
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.83
€ 16.99
€ 12.83
Paperback. The race to the moon was won spectacularly by Apollo 11 on 20 July 1969. This title presents an account of the heroic Apollo programme - from the tragedy of the fire in Apollo 1 during a simulated launch, through the euphoria of the first moonwalk, to the discoveries made by the first scientist in space aboard Apollo 17. Series: Penguin Magnum Collection. Num Pages: 704 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 129 x 44. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Number of pages
- 704
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141041834
- ISBN
- 9780141041834
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.95
€ 19.99
€ 14.95
hardcover. Num Pages: 88 pages, 60 plates, 43 drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1QDAG; ACG; AFPC; WTHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 323 x 247 x 36. Weight in Grams: 2332.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Getty Trust Publications United States
- Number of pages
- 88
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Bk&Pictrs
- SKU
- V9780892361342
- ISBN
- 9780892361342
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 101.01€ 81.51
€ 101.01
€ 81.51
Paperback. Far from fading away, anarchists dealt with major events such as the rise of Communism, the New Deal, atomic warfare, the black freedom struggle, and a succession of artistic avant-gardes. This book traces US anarchism as it evolved from the creed of poor immigrants militantly opposed to capitalism early in the twentieth century. Num Pages: 416 pages, 19 b/w. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; JPFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 416
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520286757
- ISBN
- 9780520286757
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.74
€ 33.99
€ 24.74