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Paperback. A comprehensive analysis of the financial condition, management, and policy making of local governments in a metropolitan region that offers local governments currently dealing with the Great Recession a better understanding of what affects them financially and how to operate with less revenue. Series: American Governance and Public Policy Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, 28 figures, 44 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; JPR; KFFD. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589017764
- ISBN
- 9781589017764
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Condition: New
€ 47.76
€ 47.76
paperback. Explores the congressional efforts to reform asbestos litigation - a case in which the politics of efficiency played a central role and seemed likely to prevail. This title provides an analysis of the political obstacles to Congress in replacing a form of litigation that everyone agrees is inefficient and unfair to both victims and businesses. Num Pages: 152 pages, 7 figures, 11 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; LNKJ; RNH. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 204.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589017665
- ISBN
- 9781589017665
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Condition: New
€ 69.76
€ 69.76
Paperback. Different forms of city government are in widespread use across the United States. The two most common structures are the mayor-council form and the council-manager form. This title offers case studies of fourteen large US cities that have considered changing their form of government over the years. Editor(s): Svara, James H.; Watson, Douglas J. Num Pages: 360 pages, 5 figures, 11 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPP; JPR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589017092
- ISBN
- 9781589017092
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.53
€ 47.53
paperback. Presents an analysis of all fifty states and qualitative case studies of three states (Florida, Colorado, and New Jersey) that reveal how well-publicized child welfare scandals result in adoption of new legislation and new administrative procedures. This title is suitable for those involved with child welfare policymaking. Series: American Governance and Public Policy Series. Num Pages: 216 pages, 5 figures, 12 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSB1; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589017078
- ISBN
- 9781589017078
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Condition: New
€ 41.21
€ 41.21
Hardback. The discovery and imparting of knowledge are the essential undertakings of any university. Designed with over 300 illustrations and photographs, this title tells the remarkable story of the administrators, boards, faculty, students, and programs that have made Georgetown a leading institution of higher education. Num Pages: 384 pages, 75 color illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFC; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; 3JJPN; HRLP; JNB; JNMN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1225.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589016903
- ISBN
- 9781589016903
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 24.96
€ 24.96
Hardback. The discovery and imparting of knowledge are the essential undertakings of any university. Designed with over 300 illustrations and photographs, this title tells the remarkable story of the administrators, boards, faculty, students, and programs that have made Georgetown a leading institution of higher education. Num Pages: 496 pages, 125 color illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFC; 3JH; 3JJ; HRLP; JNB; JNMN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1589.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589016897
- ISBN
- 9781589016897
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Condition: New
€ 27.11
€ 27.11
Hardback. Confronting insurgent violence in Iraq and Afghanistan, the US military has recognized the need to "re-learn" counterinsurgency. But how has the Department of Defense with its mixed efforts responded to this new strategic environment? This title examines DoD's institutional obstacles and initially slow response to a changing strategic reality. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JWDG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589014879
- ISBN
- 9781589014879
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.95
€ 204.95
Hardback. Surveys the historical development of Catholic moral theology in the United States from its 19th century roots. This book traces the development of pre-Vatican II moral theology that, with the exception of social ethics, had the limited purpose of training future confessors to know what actions are sinful and the degree of sinfulness. Series: Moral Traditions Series. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRAM1; HRCC7; HRCM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 681.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011953
- ISBN
- 9781589011953
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.31
€ 203.31
Hardback. Covers a mosaic of religious and ethnic perspectives with considerable breadth by examining evangelical Christians, the religious left, Catholics, Mormons, African Americans, Latinos, Jews, and Muslims. This book takes a look at the role of secular and antifundamentalist positions, adding an even wider outlook to the critical concerns. Editor(s): Wilson, J. Matthew. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRLP5; JP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011731
- ISBN
- 9781589011731
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 115.65
€ 115.65
Paperback. Uses examples from history to demonstrate the genesis of political and religious "whirlwinds." This title explores contemporary case studies, such as conflicts between Mormons and Evangelicals in the United States, liberation theology in Latin America, Islam and the state in Uzbekistan, and radical Christian reconstructionism. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HR; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011625
- ISBN
- 9781589011625
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.35
€ 71.35
The Values Campaign?: The Christian Right and the 2004 Elections
. Ed(S): Green, John Clifford; Rozell, Mark J...
hardcover. The Christian Right never ceases to surprise professional observers of American politics. With the Christian coalition in disarray, many expected that the movement would play less of a role in the 2004 elections. This title provides an assessment of the role of the religious right in 2004. Editor(s): Green, John Clifford; Rozell, Mark J.; Wilcox, Clyde. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 282 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; HRCX6; JPHF; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 282
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011090
- ISBN
- 9781589011090
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.75
€ 202.75
Paperback. Explores public administration's ideas and issues and questions whether contemporary efforts to "reinvent government", promote privatization, and develops public management approaches that constitute a coherent political theory capable of meeting the challenges of governing in a democracy. Editor(s): Rosenbloom, David H.; McCurdy, Howard E. Series: Public Management and Change Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010932
- ISBN
- 9781589010932
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.35
€ 41.35
Hardback. Explores public administration's ideas and issues and questions whether contemporary efforts to "reinvent government", promote privatization, and develops public management approaches that constitute a coherent political theory capable of meeting the challenges of governing in a democracy. Editor(s): Rosenbloom, David H.; McCurdy, Howard E. Series: Public Management and Change Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010925
- ISBN
- 9781589010925
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.68
€ 120.68
Paperback. Examines the economic, political, and social causes and consequences of declining wages in the United States. This title presents a comprehensive analysis of the many factors affecting labor costs and concludes that many of them result from choices made by the states themselves through the laws and policies they enact. Series: American Governance and Public Policy Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010888
- ISBN
- 9781589010888
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.50
€ 70.50
Paperback. American political institutions are frequently challenged by the significant conflict between those who embrace religious traditionalism and those who embrace progressive cultural norms. This title investigates the politics of that conflict as it is manifested in the proceedings of the US House of Representatives. Series: Religion and Politics. Num Pages: 262 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010710
- ISBN
- 9781589010710
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.35
€ 41.35
Paperback. Although the linking of 'ethics' and 'politics' may seem more like the ingredients for a comedian's monologue, it is a sober issue and one that affects every American. This title offers an exploration with that moment when New York became the first state to enact a general ethics law, setting standards and guidelines for behavior. Series: American Governance and Public Policy Series. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HPQ; JPA; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010451
- ISBN
- 9781589010451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.23
€ 69.23
Paperback. The story of sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests has sent shock waves around the nation and will not fade from consciousness or the news. We ask, "How could this happen?" And then we ask, "How could the Catholic Church let this continue for so long-in seeming silence and duplicity?" Paul R. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRCC7; JFFE2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010062
- ISBN
- 9781589010062
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.90
€ 70.90
Paperback. Though this book was written with women in mind (there is a section on hiking while pregnant, for example), men will enjoy the ins and outs of proper equipment and how to use it, difficulty level of various mountains, the kinds of terrain a child may or may not be able to handle, and the health and spiritual benefits of walking in the mountains. Num Pages: 250 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WSZG; WSZR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Derrydale Press United States
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781586671013
- ISBN
- 9781586671013
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.32
€ 19.99
€ 18.32
Paperback. From hunting whitetails to grouse, from fishing for trout to perch, this book offers a complete directory of lodges, guides, and outfitters for the outdoorsman or woman who doesn't want to spend their vacation cursing the bad information they received. Num Pages: 167 pages, 40. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBCT; WSX; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Derrydale Press United States
- Number of pages
- 167
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781586670832
- ISBN
- 9781586670832
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.32
€ 19.99
€ 18.32
Paperback. The best rock climbing in the Boulder, Colorado area. Series: Regional Rock Climbing Series. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; WSZG; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 19.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781585921225
- ISBN
- 9781585921225
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.68
€ 21.68