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Hardback. Although political culture is not the sole explanatory factor in the development of US policy toward Israel, it has played a key role in serving to shape and define the American approach to foreign affairs. This book explains the American commitment to Israel within a framework of political culture. Num Pages: 339 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBH; 1KBB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 634.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 339
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845190972
- ISBN
- 9781845190972
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 156.44
€ 156.44
Paperback. It is generally accepted that Social Security must be reformed, but there is little agreement on what should be done to reform the program. This book looks at the social pension reforms of 12 other countries, assesses the US Social Security program, and evaluates how these twelve models inform opportunities for adaptation of the system. Num Pages: 384 pages, graphs, charts, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKS; KFFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 30. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
- Edition
- 1 New
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780881324259
- ISBN
- 9780881324259
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.05
€ 37.05
Paperback. During World War II, the United States built 72 light cruisers of various classes. This book examines every US light cruiser produced, including those of the Fargo and Worcester classes, which were actually complete after World War II had ended, tracing their design, development and evolution throughout the war and beyond. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b/w; 7 col. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBJK; HBWQ; JWF; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 248 x 6. Weight in Grams: 168.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472811400
- ISBN
- 9781472811400
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.99
€ 17.99
€ 12.99
Paperback. Covers the design, development and operation of USN aircraft carriers built prior to World War II, including their aircraft and weaponry. This book also explains their various successes and losses such as the first carrier vs carrier battle at Midway; the battle of the Coral Sea; the battle of the Philippine Sea; and the Operation Torch landings. Illustrator(s): Bryan, Tony. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 43 b/w illustrations, 7 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJG; 3JJH; HBJK; HBLW; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 183 x 4. Weight in Grams: 164.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 48
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841768908
- ISBN
- 9781841768908
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.21
€ 15.99
€ 12.21
Paperback. Tells the story of the rise of the US mechanised infantryman, focusing on his recruitment, training, lifestyle and combat experiences in Iraq. Illustrator(s): Hook, Adam. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 1KBB; 3JJPR; HBJF; HBLW3; HBWS3; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 186 x 6. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846034381
- ISBN
- 9781846034381
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472806789
- ISBN
- 9781472806789
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.57
€ 19.99
€ 18.57
Paperback. The US Marine Raider was among the earliest forerunners of the various Special Operations units of the modern US military. This title follows two Raiders through some of the toughest training ever to be experienced by a Marine and onto combat during the Makin Raid, and through the horrific jungle battles of the Solomon Islands. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBW; JWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 184 x 6. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841769813
- ISBN
- 9781841769813
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. Illustrator(s): Laurier, Jim. Series: Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: 1FMV; 1KBB; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; HBJF; HBJK; HBLW3; HBWS2; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 185 x 8. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849087513
- ISBN
- 9781849087513
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 16.00
€ 21.99
€ 16.00
Paperback. An invaluable and comprehensive collection of US infantry weapons of WW2. Num Pages: 192 pages, 250 B&W plates, 8/16 of Colour. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBWQ; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 249 x 13. Weight in Grams: 604.
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473827226
- ISBN
- 9781473827226
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 22.32
€ 24.99
€ 22.32
paperback. Featuring the involvement in the legendary battles of Wounded Knee and Wolf Mountains, this work presents the history of the overlooked soldiers of the Indian Wars, culminating in the eventual "closing" of the American Frontier in 1890 and the final conquest of the indigenous inhabitants of North America. Illustrator(s): Hook, Richard. Series: Men-at-Arms. Num Pages: 48 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBW; JFSL9; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 182 x 4. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 48
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841769059
- ISBN
- 9781841769059
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 17.14
€ 17.99
€ 17.14
Hardcover. Offers a study of US independent films marginalised in and by the rise of 'indie' culture. This book develops an expanded understanding of US 'indie' film culture. It also identifies the contribution of a community of US 'indie' filmmakers and actors, with a particular emphasis on women practitioners. Editor(s): Perkins, Claire; Verevis, Constantine. Num Pages: 256 pages, 20 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPR; 3JM; APFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Publisher
- EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY PRESS
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748692446
- ISBN
- 9780748692446
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 109.78€ 104.26
€ 109.78
€ 104.26
Hardback. Editor(s): Montagne, Bruno. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHC; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 163 x 17. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Number of pages
- 150
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781628083644
- ISBN
- 9781628083644
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.87€ 124.78
€ 184.87
€ 124.78
Paperback. The helicopter changed war forever. This book examines the range of duties helicopter pilots carried out in Vietnam, from air-lift, med-evac and fire-support to landing in high volume crossfires in 'Hot LZs'. Illustrator(s): Noon, Steve; Gerrard, Howard. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMV; 1KBB; 3JJPK; HBJF; HBJK; HBWS2; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 186 x 6. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846032295
- ISBN
- 9781846032295
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. Versatile warships, the heavy cruisers of the Baltimore class, and their successors in the Oregon City and Des Moines classes, commonly acted as carrier escorts throughout World War II, but also performed bombardment duties in support of amphibious landings. This is a guide to the US' heavy cruiser classes. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; 3JJP; HBJK; HBLW; HBW; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 186 x 5. Weight in Grams: 168.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782006329
- ISBN
- 9781782006329
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.84
€ 17.99
€ 12.84
Paperback. Exposes the power of pro-Israeli lobby groups in US politics. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1KBB; JPS; JPWD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 215 x 135 x 11. Weight in Grams: 220.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Pluto Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745322582
- ISBN
- 9780745322582
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.73
€ 44.73
Paperback. This engaging teaching text on United States foreign policy interprets the foreign policy decision-making process through the lens of political debate and exchange. It introduces historical developments and theories of U.S. foreign policy and features critical analysis of contemporary trends in U.S. Series: Principles of Political Science. Num Pages: 356 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures, graphs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 173 x 21. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781444331004
- ISBN
- 9781444331004
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.61
€ 50.61
Hardback. Since the implications of the US military presence in the Middle East are so central to the study of International Relations and Security Studies, this book will be invaluable for specialists in these disciplines, as well as for those interested in policy formation and the wider Middle East. Series: Library of International Relations. Num Pages: 320 pages, 4 bw integrated. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 1KBB; HBWS3; JPS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 148 x 224 x 30. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780768359
- ISBN
- 9781780768359
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.22€ 133.60
€ 150.22
€ 133.60
Paperback. Analyzing the strategic underpinnings of hegemony, this book offers insights into the links between military and commercial power as it charts the rise of a historical rarity: the incidental superpower. It is suitable for students and general readers as well as scholars. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 figure, 16 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781626160910
- ISBN
- 9781626160910
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.36
€ 40.36
Hardback. Environmental issues in the USA are more important now than ever before. The devastation inflicted by Hurricane Katrina and Deepwater Horizon, as well as growing evidence of global warming, highlight a nation caught in environmental crisis. This book includes 14 illustrations showing environmental destruction both real and imagined. Num Pages: 256 pages, 14 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 514. Inviting Doomsday. 256 pages, 14 b&w illustrations. Environmental issues in the USA are more important now than ever before. The devastation inflicted by Hurricane Katrina and Deepwater Horizon, as well as growing evidence of global warming, highlight a nation caught in environmental crisis. This book includes 14 illustrations showing environmental destruction both real and imagined. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RN. Dimension: 240 x 159 x 25. Weight: 506.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748622634
- ISBN
- 9780748622634
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 109.78€ 105.67
€ 109.78
€ 105.67
Paperback. Environmental issues in the USA are more important now than ever before. The devastation inflicted by Hurricane Katrina and Deepwater Horizon, as well as growing evidence of global warming, highlight a nation caught in environmental crisis. This book includes 14 illustrations showing environmental destruction both real and imagined. Num Pages: 256 pages, 14 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 374. Inviting Doomsday. 256 pages, 14 b&w illustrations. Environmental issues in the USA are more important now than ever before. The devastation inflicted by Hurricane Katrina and Deepwater Horizon, as well as growing evidence of global warming, highlight a nation caught in environmental crisis. This book includes 14 illustrations showing environmental destruction both real and imagined. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RN. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 20. Weight: 374.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748622641
- ISBN
- 9780748622641
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 35.52
€ 38.99
€ 35.52