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Paperback. Aalyses the important but neglected role of the attorneys who managed estates, chiefly for absentee proprietors, and assesses their efficiency and impact on Jamaica during slavery and freedom. This work charts both the extent of absentee ownership and the complex structure of the managerial hierarchy that stretched across the Atlantic. Num Pages: 400 pages, maps & illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; HBJK; HBLH; HBLL; HBTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 771.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of the West Indies Press Jamaica
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766402099
ISBN
9789766402099
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.45

Paperback. Weaving his way through many intricate branches of knowledge, including archaeology, building construction, chemistry and geology, the author embarks on a journey that takes him through the pages of history and across the island. He examines, analyses and describes the nature and origin and use of various lithic materials and objects. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; HBJK; HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 7. Weight in Grams: 404.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Univ of West Indies Pr
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766401924
ISBN
9789766401924
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.11

Paperback. This work provides a detailed analysis of the phenomenon of return migration to the English-speaking Caribbean. Editor(s): Henry, Frances; Plaza, Dwaine E. Num Pages: 300 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KJ; JFFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 376.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of the West Indies Press Jamaica
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766401740
ISBN
9789766401740
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.35

Plantation Jamaica analyses the important but neglected role of the attorneys who managed estates, chiefly for absentee proprietors, and assesses their efficiency and impact on Jamaica during slavery and freedom. Num Pages: 450 pages, illustrations & maps. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; 3JF; 3JH; HBJK; HBLH; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 37. Weight in Grams: 925.
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University of the West Indies Press Jamaica
Number of pages
450
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766401658
ISBN
9789766401658
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 90.43

Paperback. Developments in the teaching and learning of social studies over the years point to a conceptual focus on the active study/investigation of significant social issues and concerns. This book is intended to project the teaching and learning of social studies as the development and acquisition of skills for the study of social issues or phenomena. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KJ; JH; JNU; YQN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 721.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of the West Indies Press Jamaica
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766401252
ISBN
9789766401252
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.17

Paperback. An analysis of the nature and trajectory of Jamaica's foreign relations from 1972 to 1989. It argues that the relative autonomy of Jamaica declined due to the evolution of an international regime, which in effect disallowed the political, social and economic experimentation originally envisioned. Num Pages: 228 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; 3JJPL; 3JJPN; HBJK; HBLW3; HBT; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 299.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of the West Indies Press Jamaica
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766400583
ISBN
9789766400583
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.18

Paperback. A nature guide for both botanists and the more casual observer, identifying over 400 species of plant found in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica. More than 50 percent of the plants described occur only in these mountains and nowhere else in the world. There are colour photographs and line drawings. Num Pages: 220 pages, 160 colour photographs, 250 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; PST; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 680.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of the West Indies Press Jamaica
Number of pages
220
Condition
New
SKU
V9789766400316
ISBN
9789766400316
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.31

Hardback. Series: Clemson University Press. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; 3JH; DSBF; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 28. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Clemson University Digital Press United States
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9781942954231
ISBN
9781942954231
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.12

Paperback. Num Pages: 350 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 160 x 16. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Trine Day United States
Number of pages
350
Condition
New
SKU
V9781937584863
ISBN
9781937584863
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 19.25

paperback. The Flathead Indian Reservation in western Montana is home to the Salish, Pend d'Oreille, and Kootenai Indian people. This book features interviews with a cross-section of voices representing the tribes on the reservation. It also features the history of the Flathead Reservation community. Num Pages: 135 pages, 1 map, 52 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KB; GTB; JFSL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 10. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
135
Condition
New
SKU
V9781934594032
ISBN
9781934594032
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.83

Paperback. St Ignatius Mission on the Flathead Indian Reservation in western Montana was a bustling place in the 1890s. Here Indian students and parishioners learned skills and received spiritual consolation, even as the missionaries worked to undermine valuable aspects of Salish and Kootenai culture. This book offers a glimpse into life at the mission. Editor(s): Bigart, Robert J. Num Pages: 324 pages, 11 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; GTB; HBJK; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 21. Weight in Grams: 545.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Salish Kootenai College United States
Number of pages
324
Condition
New
SKU
V9781934594018
ISBN
9781934594018
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.26

Paperback. The 1880s were a critical decade for the Salish and Kootenai people of the Flathead Indian Reservation in western Montana. The loss of the plains buffalo herds forced tribal members to look for new ways to support themselves. This book provides detailed descriptions of events that affected the Indian community in 1880s Montana. Editor(s): Bigart, Robert J. Num Pages: 352 pages, 21 photos, 10 images. BIC Classification: 1KB; GTB; HBJK; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 22. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Salish Kootenai College United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9781934594001
ISBN
9781934594001
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.43

Hardcover. Traces the surprising influence of one of American history's fascinating and enigmatic figures - George Whitefield. This title explores George Whitefield's role in creating a 'rhetoric of community' that successfully established a common worldview among the many colonial cultures. Series: Studies in Rhetoric and Religion. Num Pages: 310 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; BGX; HRCC95; HRCX7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Baylor University Press United States
Number of pages
310
Condition
New
SKU
V9781932792881
ISBN
9781932792881
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.55

Paperback. Num Pages: 276 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBC; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 432.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
NeWest Press Canada
Edition
Fourth Impression
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9781897126059
ISBN
9781897126059
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Taking a critical look at the major areas of constitutional and administrative law, this book places an emphasis on the protection of citizens' rights and good governance. It addressed contemporary issues and changes in Caribbean public law including the refining of the rules governing judicial review, and cases dealing with the death penalty. Series: Commonwealth Caribbean Law. Num Pages: 376 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KJ; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 536.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9781859416327
ISBN
9781859416327
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 84.62

Hardcover. A bibliographical catalogue of the works of Henry James, David J Supino that includes a transcription of the title page, collations, contents, binding, inserted ads, bookplates, binders' and booksellers' tickets, and a full description of dustjackets. Num Pages: 684 pages, 32 colour plates. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBF; DSK; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 163 x 238 x 55. Weight in Grams: 1440.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Liverpool University Press
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846318627
ISBN
9781846318627
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.99

Paperback. Merrill's Marauders were the first American Army infantry unit to fight in the China-Burma-India theater, and one of the most renowned units to come out of World War II. This book explores the creation, training and combat experiences of the Marauders, one of the most famous units in the US Army's roll of honor. Illustrator(s): Hook, Adam. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBJK; HBLW; HBWQ; JWTR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 185 x 5. Weight in Grams: 216.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846034039
ISBN
9781846034039
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.28

Paperback. Num Pages: 78 pages. BIC Classification: 1KJ; 1KJWWL; 3JMG; DCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 157 x 7. Weight in Grams: 120.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Peepal Tree Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
78
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845231941
ISBN
9781845231941
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.84

Paperback. The third in a three-volume series, this title details the uniforms, equipment, weapons and organization of the US army of World War II. It covers the forces deployed in the final climactic campaign in Europe and takes them from the build-up in England to deep into the Third Reich. Illustrator(s): Chappell, Mike. Series: Men-at-Arms. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b&w and 8 colour illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBJD; HBJK; HBWQ; JWD; JWM; JWTR; JWTU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 186 x 4. Weight in Grams: 180.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841760865
ISBN
9781841760865
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.09

Paperback. The B-24 was heavily utilized in the North African and Mediterranean theatres by the US Air Force, with operations over the Ploesti oilfields in Rumania. This title relates the experiences of the crews who flew the "heavy" of World War II, and of the aircraft itself. Illustrator(s): Styling, Mark; Rolfe, Mark; Wyllie, Iain. Series: Osprey Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, colour and b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 179 x 8. Weight in Grams: 316.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841760810
ISBN
9781841760810
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.04

Paperback. Num Pages: 186 pages, 48 black & white photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBSK; WBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 227.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
186
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813167534
ISBN
9780813167534
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.84

Paperback. Places black America at the centre of the study of US culture, suggesting new ways of thinking about the US relationship with the post-colonial world. Series: Decolonial Studies, Postcolonial Horizons. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 137 x 16. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745329550
ISBN
9780745329550
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.27

Paperback. Pummeled by a century of drought, depopulation, and soil erosion, America's Great Plains are in dire straits. Frank and Deborah Popper have a solution: create a Buffalo common by returning 139,000 acres in ten states to prairie and reintroducing the buffalo that once roamed there. Num Pages: 204 pages, 5 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RGBC; RNKH; RPG; WNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 208 x 139 x 13. Weight in Grams: 256.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
204
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226510965
ISBN
9780226510965
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 24.73

Paperback. Drawing on his experience as a consulting executive and federal government executive, the author shows how to effectively motivate government employees, pick the right technologies, communicate and negotiate with powerful stakeholders, manage risks, get value from contractors, foster innovation, and more. Series: Public Management and Change Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, 1 tables, 10 figures, 6 sidebars, 10 figures, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPP; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781626163720
ISBN
9781626163720
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.71

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