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Hardback. This timely volume explores how Canadian political institutions, the media, and citizens are adapting to a fast-evolving media environment and the effects this is having on Canadian democracy. Editor(s): Marland, Alex; Giasson, Thierry; Small, Tamara A. Series: Communication, Strategy and Politics. Num Pages: 272 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFD; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774827768
- ISBN
- 9780774827768
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 106.94
€ 106.94
Hardback. The voices of Chinese immigrants who settled in the pre-1950s Canadian prairies come alive in this extraordinary record of migration, settlement, and community life. Series: Contemporary Chinese Studies. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; JFSL3. 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
- V9780774828000
- ISBN
- 9780774828000
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.30
€ 107.30
Hardback. Num Pages: 728 pages, 12 illustrations, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBTB; JFSL4; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 165 x 27. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774830041
- ISBN
- 9780774830041
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.04
€ 107.04
Paperback. A fascinating look at the symbiotic relationships between the US security state and the US culture industry, and their drive to promote the US Empire as a way of life through the production, packaging, and selling of cultural commodities in world markets. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JFD; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 228 x 22. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774830157
- ISBN
- 9780774830157
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 36.36
€ 40.99
€ 36.36
Hardback. Fragile Settlements compares the historical processes through which British colonial authority was asserted over Indigenous people in southwest Australia and prairie Canada from the 1830s to the early twentieth century. Series: Law and Society. Num Pages: 672 pages, 14 photographs, 3 maps, 2 charts, 9 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL9; LAZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 165 x 26. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774830881
- ISBN
- 9780774830881
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 106.94
€ 106.94
Paperback. Num Pages: 440 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; PD; TBC; VSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- I.E.E.E.Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780780311367
- ISBN
- 9780780311367
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 110.68
€ 110.68
Hardcover. This work highlights the high rates of delinquency and academic failure among new Asian Americans, and reveals shortcomings in the way schools educate "language minority" students. The author offers suggestions for ways in which schools might do a better job of educating all students. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFJ; JNA; JNK; JNSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 161 x 22. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787901226
- ISBN
- 9780787901226
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.41
€ 51.41
Hardcover. This work provides an assessment of how well the US educational system - from kindergarten through college - serves disadvantaged minority students, offering ideas for strengthening the entire educational system. Num Pages: 528 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK; JNSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 159 x 42. Weight in Grams: 849.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787901301
- ISBN
- 9780787901301
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.28
€ 63.28
Hardcover. New Rules tells the tale of the evolution of health care regulation over the last quarter century and examines the relationship between regulation and quality improvement. The authors outline ways to convert regulation from a meaningless waste of resources into a system that can truly help practitioners provide better care. Num Pages: 404 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 643.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 404
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787901493
- ISBN
- 9780787901493
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 85.65
€ 85.65
Hardcover. This work argues that one of the most basic purposes of America's schools is to teach children the moral and intellectual responsibilities of living and working in a democracy. Contributors explore what democracy is and what it means for preparing teachers and teaching students. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNA; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 531.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787901660
- ISBN
- 9780787901660
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.02
€ 51.02
Paperback. This text offers advice on bringing women and people of colour into the leadership ranks of organizations, that will appeal to both ends of the political spectrum. It includes research on 16 organizations to reveal "best practices" for achieving diversity in executive positions. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFJ; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 161 x 23. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787901844
- ISBN
- 9780787901844
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.36
€ 38.36
Paperback. This work examines the Rodney King and O.J. Simpson trials to show that the issue of race was at the heart of both of these cases. Given the racial and ethnic composition of the two juries, it argues, their verdicts were all but predictable in view of their experiences with the police. Num Pages: 348 pages, notes. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFF; JFSL1; JKSW1; LNAA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 647.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787902643
- ISBN
- 9780787902643
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 30.77
€ 38.99
€ 30.77
Hardcover. Through case studies and survey research from a variety of US facilities, this work reveals information about the proliferation of HIV and AIDS in the prison population, covering such topics as frequency of sexual contact, the use of condoms, amount of sexual activity among inmates, and drug use. Num Pages: 247 pages, tabs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFH2; JKVP; JKVQ1; MBN; MJCJ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787903084
- ISBN
- 9780787903084
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.91
€ 68.91
Hardcover. In this work, health care experts identify and assess the challenges and opportunities raised by America's emerging competitive health care system. As the authors explain, health care markets have characteristics that do not conform to competitive conditions. Num Pages: 405 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSW; KJF; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 161 x 31. Weight in Grams: 688.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 405
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787903091
- ISBN
- 9780787903091
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.33
€ 91.33
Hardcover. In this work, the contributors examines civil service compensation systems, analyze proposals for reform, and discuss such areas as issues of equity and fairness, merit pay, pay for performance, collective bargaining and labour market influences. Num Pages: 340 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQ; KCF; KJMV2; KNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 594.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787908263
- ISBN
- 9780787908263
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.95
€ 53.95
Hardcover. In this work, the authors address the need to be culturally competent with patients, and to manage and cultivate cultural inclusiveness among staff. Readers can find practical information and specific suggestions for fostering skills, knowledge and awareness. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC; JFF; JFSL1; JKSW; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 158 x 24. Weight in Grams: 533.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787940416
- ISBN
- 9780787940416
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 81.57
€ 81.57
Paperback. 'The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Talent -- or the Job -- You Need' provides useful information to companies and individuals evaluating global search companies and consultants. Num Pages: 332 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 1F; 1KBB; 1KLS; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 178 x 18. Weight in Grams: 672.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 332
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787941390
- ISBN
- 9780787941390
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.02
€ 51.02
Hardcover. This expose reveals the horrors of corporal punishment, strip searches, sexual harassment and many other offences perpetuated by school officials in both inner-city and suburban schools. The book explains how to tell when your child is being treated unfairly, and how to document abuse. Num Pages: 288 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFE1; JNK; JNL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 165 x 23. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787943639
- ISBN
- 9780787943639
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 33.55
€ 42.99
€ 33.55
Paperback. A Controversial Argument Against the Disease Theory of Addiction There is absolutely no proven scientific evidence supporting the misconception that substance abuse and other addictions are genetically acquired diseases. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 475.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1999 Reissued Paper Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787946432
- ISBN
- 9780787946432
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.61
€ 38.61
Paperback. This work offers an expose of the epidemic of so-called Multiple Personality Disordered women in America. It describes how the US mental health industry created and exploited this bogus diagnosis, and unveils the suffering of the victims, caused by hypnotic suggestion. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBP; MJN; MMJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 229 x 19. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787947941
- ISBN
- 9780787947941
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 26.88
€ 33.99
€ 26.88
Hardcover. Learning to Change closely examines the success and frustrations of teachers grappling with the more typical reforms affecting public schools--integrated curriculum, common learning standards, and alternative modes of assessment. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JNK; JNL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 159 x 232 x 23. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787950279
- ISBN
- 9780787950279
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 43.65
€ 43.65
Paperback. This resource on the strategic use of health care information systems offers executives and managers the information and tools they need to communicate with and guide the information system department. Series: Jossey-Bass/AHA Press series. Num Pages: 176 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KJMV; MBP; U. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 11. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787952778
- ISBN
- 9780787952778
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 80.57
€ 80.57
Hardcover. Latinos represent the fastest growing (and soon to be largest) ethnic group in the US. This book is a comprehensive resource in the public health literature that describes and analyzes the health status of Latinos in the US. Num Pages: 528 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL4; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 257 x 187 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1082.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787953157
- ISBN
- 9780787953157
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 103.43
€ 103.43
Hardcover. Acting as a comprehensive guide to understanding the nonprofit sector, this book takes a fresh look at the nonprofit sector and the power it has to use its growing visibility and strength. Num Pages: 336 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KJVX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 29. Weight in Grams: 587.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- Revised Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787954147
- ISBN
- 9780787954147
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 60.16
€ 60.16