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Paperback. Electric Ladyland is a social and cultural history that tracks the changing conception of female sexuality and gender roles, and the ways women musicians, journalists, and groupies gained influence despite confining double standards applied by male writers and performers. Num Pages: 328 pages, 15 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; AVGP; JFCA; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780812218992
- ISBN
- 9780812218992
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 34.36
€ 37.99
€ 34.36
Hardback. Series: Railroads Past & Present. Num Pages: 192 pages, 68 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; WGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 188 x 273 x 17. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780253022721
- ISBN
- 9780253022721
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.85
€ 52.85
Paperback. Turns to the past to trace the cultural history of computers. The author charts the struggles to define the meanings of these machines over more than a century, from the failure of Charles Babbage's "difference engine" in the 19th century to struggles over file swapping, open source software, and the future of online journalism. Num Pages: 275 pages, 32 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC; JFD; UBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 395.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 275
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780814727409
- ISBN
- 9780814727409
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 31.02
€ 33.99
€ 31.02
Hardback. Series: Film and Culture Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 49 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231156608
- ISBN
- 9780231156608
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 104.56€ 80.25
€ 104.56
€ 80.25
Paperback. Series: Film and Culture Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 49 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231156615
- ISBN
- 9780231156615
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.68
€ 37.99
€ 27.68
"Electric City: General Electric in Schenectady" explores the history of General Electric in Schenectady from the company's creation in 1892 to the present. Series: Kenneth E. Montague Series in Oil and Business History. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; KCZ; KNBL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 581.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Texas A & M University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781623491864
- ISBN
- 9781623491864
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.92
€ 39.92
Paperback. The electricity industry, one of the largest and most vital sectors of the US economy, has changed dramatically over years. This book explores the difficult questions surrounding deregulation and urges Americans to continue the transition to a market-based model. Editor(s): Kleit, Andrew N. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KNBL. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 148 x 19. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742548763
- ISBN
- 9780742548763
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.05
€ 75.05
Hardcover. This cross-national study of campaigning examines recent elections in nine countries across three continents. The case studies, all following a common framework, are written by national experts and are based on detailed interviewing and research of the various parties. Editor(s): Bowler, Shaun; Farrell, David M. Series: Contemporary Political Studies. Num Pages: 255 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; 1MBN; 3JJPN; 3JJPR; JPHF; JPVL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 255
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333558942
- ISBN
- 9780333558942
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.88
€ 127.88
Hardcover. This is the first book-length analysis of the rise in power of the Bolivian party Movement Towards Socialism (MAS) and its leader, President Evo Morales. Num Pages: 240 pages, 11 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSL; JPFF; JPHF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 219 x 166 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230608191
- ISBN
- 9780230608191
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.90
€ 66.90
Paperback. Editor(s): Miller, Robert T. Num Pages: 124 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 232.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 124
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613246900
- ISBN
- 9781613246900
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.90€ 49.34
€ 68.90
€ 49.34
paperback. Shifting the focal point from incumbency to open seat competition in the U.S. House of Representatives is the task this book embraces. In the process, the authors demonstrate the importance of candidates and competition, and the role of money, gender, and special elections in determining how open seats get filled and when partisan changes occur. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 147 x 14. Weight in Grams: 335.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Edition
- 1.
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742508613
- ISBN
- 9780742508613
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.72
€ 66.72
Hardback. Shifting the focal point from incumbency to open seat competition in the U.S. House of Representatives is the task this book embraces. In the process, the authors demonstrate the importance of candidates and competition, and the role of money, gender, and special elections in determining how open seats get filled and when partisan changes occur. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742508606
- ISBN
- 9780742508606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.51
€ 200.51
Elections in Oxford County, 1837-75 breaks new ground with its detailed treatment of the county's voice-vote method of election, which ended with the adoption of the secret ballot in 1874. Num Pages: 224 pages, 2 Figures, 12 Photos, 2 Maps. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; JPHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 160 x 21. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781442644045
- ISBN
- 9781442644045
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.22
€ 59.22
Hardcover. This text looks at aspects of electoral history in Europe and Latin America, from the late 17th century to 1930, including electoral culture and traditions, electoral participation, electoral fraud, and the role of institutions, such as the Church. Editor(s): Carbo, Eduardo Posada. Series: Latin American Studies Series. Num Pages: 295 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KLC; 1KLS; 3JF; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJD; HBJK; JPHF; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 27. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333658413
- ISBN
- 9780333658413
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.21
€ 128.21
Hardcover. This encyclopaedia makes the vital and complex process of elections in the United States accessible. It provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the current issues, history, and concepts behind attaining high political office in the United States. Editor(s): Moore, John L. Num Pages: 576 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBC; JPHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 189. Weight in Grams: 1179. "Includes bibliographical references (p. 531-533) and index. Commissioning organisation: John L. Moore. xiv, 560 p. ill., maps 24 cm. Stiff illustrated boards. As new." Keywords: "Subjects - Society, Politics & Philosophy - Government & Politics - Political Structure & Processes - Elections & Referendums"
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- Publisher
- Fitzroy, Dearborn Chicago
- Number of pages
- 582
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- KEX0163562
- ISBN
- 9781579581268
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 106.88€ 17.95
€ 106.88
€ 17.95
Hardback. This volume, by eminent political scientist John Courtney, assesses the history and development of five "building blocks" of Canada's electoral regime: the franchise, electoral districts, voter registration, election machinery, and plurality voting. Series: Canadian Democratic Audit. Num Pages: 224 pages, 2 figures, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JPHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5487 x 3556. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780774809177
- ISBN
- 9780774809177
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 102.55
€ 102.55
Hardcover. Editor(s): Avaliktos, Neal. Num Pages: 239 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 260 x 183 x 20. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 239
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594540547
- ISBN
- 9781594540547
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.13€ 88.36
€ 127.13
€ 88.36
Paperback. Num Pages: 250 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMG; JPHF; JPHV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Barricade Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781569808108
- ISBN
- 9781569808108
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 21.19
€ 21.99
€ 21.19
Paperback. Series: Princeton Studies in American Politics: Historical, International and Comparative Perspectives. Num Pages: 256 pages, 13 line illus. 21 tables. 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691163178
- ISBN
- 9780691163178
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.30
€ 42.30
Hardback. Series: Princeton Studies in American Politics: Historical, International and Comparative Perspectives. Num Pages: 256 pages, 13 line illus. 21 tables. 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 243 x 24. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691163161
- ISBN
- 9780691163161
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.88€ 86.38
€ 112.88
€ 86.38
Paperback. This ringside seat to a historic presidential election allows readers to eavesdrop on the first discussion between the consultants who managed the campaigns of John McCain and Barack Obama. Editor(s): Jamieson, Kathleen Hall. Num Pages: 232 pages, 35 charts. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; JPHF; JPVL. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Edition
- Pap/DVD
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812220964
- ISBN
- 9780812220964
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 31.02
€ 33.99
€ 31.02
Hardcover. Discusses the increasing role of interest groups, the press, and the public, whose role is not prescribed in the Constitution in the selection and confirmation of Supreme Court justices and how it affects the process. The author first examines the history and nature of the process, then he looks at the role and impact of other players. Num Pages: 224 pages, numerous tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF; LNAA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 164 x 19. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Publisher
- OUP USA
- Number of pages
- 220
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KEX0227644
- ISBN
- 9780195181098
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Responds to the growing chorus of critics who fear that the politics of running for office undermine judicial independence. The author presents a comprehensive study of the impact of campaigns on public perceptions of fairness, impartiality, and the legitimacy of elected state courts - and his findings are both counterintuitive and controversial. Series: Chicago Studies in American Politics. Num Pages: 232 pages, 1 halftone, 15 line drawings, 20 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHC; JPHF; LNAC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226291086
- ISBN
- 9780226291086
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.91
€ 37.99
€ 29.91
Hardback. Covering eleven cities as well as Canada's Parliament, this book presents the most extensive analysis to date of the electoral representation of immigrants, minorities, and women in Canada. Editor(s): Andrew, Caroline; Biles, John; Siemiatycki, Myer; Tolley, Erin. Num Pages: 304 pages, 14 maps, 34 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JPHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774814850
- ISBN
- 9780774814850
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 114.01
€ 114.01