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The Americas

Hardback. Examines the contributions of many modernist painters and sculptors in Texas, with an emphasis on the era's most abstract and compelling artists. This book looks at the Dallas Nine and the 1936 Texas Centennial, which offered local artists a chance to take stock of who they were and where they stood within the national artistic setting. Num Pages: 391 pages, 207 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; ACXD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 6314 x 5193 x 31. Weight in Grams: 681.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
391
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292756595
ISBN
9780292756595
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.93

Paperback. Explores how the women's movement, film studies programs, governmental film policy, and the transformation of the intellectual sector since the 1960s have affected women's filmmaking in Mexico. This title focuses on the work of five contemporary directors - Marisa Sistach, Busi Cortes, Guita Schyfter, Maria Novaro, and Dana Rotberg. Num Pages: 310 pages, 18 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; APF; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 766.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
310
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292771093
ISBN
9780292771093
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.75

Paperback. Presents a history and ethnography of Puerto Rican brujeria (witch-healing). This book explores how brujeria emerged from a blending of Catholicism, Afro-Latin religions, French Spiritism, and folk Protestantism and also looks at how it has adapted to changes in state policies and responded to global flows of ideas and commodities. Num Pages: 335 pages, 50 b&w figures. BIC Classification: 1KJP; HRQX5; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5830 x 3895 x 509. Weight in Grams: 766.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
335
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780292771260
ISBN
9780292771260
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 31.82

Paperback. Since 1993, metaphorical language has permeated mainstream media reporting on the United States' growing Latino population. In this book, the author reveals how metaphorical language portrays Latinos as invaders, outsiders, burdens, parasites, diseases, animals, and weeds. Num Pages: 424 pages, 2 figures, 20 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; CFB; JFC; JFFN; JFSL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 226 x 25. Weight in Grams: 628.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
424
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292777675
ISBN
9780292777675
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.30

Paperback. What birds to look for in the West Indies, and how to get to them. Illustrator(s): Wolf, Mimi Hoppe. Series: Corrie Herring Hooks Series. Num Pages: 270 pages, 19 color and 20 b&w illus., 2 maps, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KJW; WNCB; WTH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 738.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
270
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780292791015
ISBN
9780292791015
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.20

Paperback. Editor(s): Kina, Laura. Num Pages: 304 pages, 11 black & white illustrations, 36 colour illustrations, 47 illus., 36 in color. BIC Classification: 1KBB; ACBS; HBTB; JFSJ5; JFSL4. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295741376
ISBN
9780295741376
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 38.57

Hardback. Editor(s): Howe, Joshua P. Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Classics. Num Pages: 256 pages, 12 colour illustrations, 12 color illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295741383
ISBN
9780295741383
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.43

Paperback. Editor(s): Howe, Joshua P. Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Classics. Num Pages: 256 pages, 12 colour illustrations, 12 color illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; RNK; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295741390
ISBN
9780295741390
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.70

Paperback. Num Pages: 172 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1F; 1K; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1981
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295958330
ISBN
9780295958330
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.32

Paperback. At the age of 48, the author sold his pig farm and joined the Peace Corps. This title presents his story. Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 1KLS; JKSR; JPS; WT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295969282
ISBN
9780295969282
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.70

Paperback. Num Pages: 400 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780295970189
ISBN
9780295970189
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.60

Paperback. Editor(s): Daniels, Roger; Kitano, Harry H. L.; Taylor, Sandra C.; Arrington, Leonard J. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 217 x 25. Weight in Grams: 749.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Edition
Revised
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295971179
ISBN
9780295971179
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.58

paperback. Num Pages: 480 pages, 80 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBWM; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 30. Weight in Grams: 681.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Edition
Revised
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295971292
ISBN
9780295971292
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.01

paperback. Essays on the development of Boas' theories on primitive art and his legacy i Northwest Coast art studies offer a theoretical framework for this collectio of 14 articles written between 1889 and 1916 by the art historian and anthropologist. The articles, in which he disputes Eurocentric art theorie Editor(s): Jonaitis, Aldona. Num Pages: 380 pages, 242 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; ACBK; AFTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 159 x 26. Weight in Grams: 563.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
380
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780295973845
ISBN
9780295973845
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 38.57

Paperback. Num Pages: 349 pages, Ill.1M. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JPF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
349
Condition
New
Edition
1995th Edition
SKU
V9780295974446
ISBN
9780295974446
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.51

Paperback. Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books. Num Pages: 408 pages, illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 608.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295975931
ISBN
9780295975931
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.70

Paperback. Presents the full text of Chief Seattle's 1887 speech delivered to Washington Territory governor Isaac Stevens, and examines its origins, historical context, and twentieth-century versions and interpretations. Series: Samuel and Althea Stroum Books. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 11. Weight in Grams: 250.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295976334
ISBN
9780295976334
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.28

Paperback. Personal accounts of Japanese Americans kept in relocation camps during World War II express experiences with riots, unsanitary conditions, poor medical care, government inqueries, and divided families. Num Pages: 288 pages, 26 photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 445.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295977850
ISBN
9780295977850
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.60

Paperback. Presents a description of the legislative process by tracing the drafting and passing of a single piece of legislation. This book offers a picture of the bureaucratic infighting, political prerogatives, and Congressional courtesies that is necessary to make something happen on Capitol Hill. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA; LN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 210 x 133 x 18. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295980232
ISBN
9780295980232
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 24.27

Paperback. A fascinating historical study of the decline of salmon runs in the Pacific Northwest Series: Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books. Num Pages: 25 photos, 8 drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; KNAF; RNF; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 230 x 31. Weight in Grams: 720.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
V9780295981147
ISBN
9780295981147
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.75

Paperback. For more than fifteen hundred years Yupik and proto-Yupik Eskimo people have lived at the site of the Alaskan village of Gambell on St Lawrence Island. This book views the contemporary Yupik people in terms of the beliefs and values that have contributed to the community's survival and adaptability. Series: McLellan Endowed Series. Num Pages: 364 pages, 50 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBWK; JFSL9; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 161 x 22. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
364
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
V9780295981888
ISBN
9780295981888
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.70

Paperback. An indispensable book for architects, urban designers and planners, landscape architects, architectural and urban scholars, government officials, developers, environmentalists, and citizens interested in understanding and shaping the American metropolis. Series: Samuel and Althea Stroum Books. Num Pages: 272 pages, 80 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AMVD; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 6466 x 4531 x 14. Weight in Grams: 431.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295982045
ISBN
9780295982045
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 33.91

paperback. Offers an innovative reinterpretation of relations between Native Americans and Christian settlers on the Columbia Plateau. This book provides a novel and insightful rendering of the cultural understandings that underwrote the mid-nineteenth-century transformation of life on the Plateau. Series: Columbia Northwest Classics. Num Pages: 192 pages, Map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL1; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 141 x 12. Weight in Grams: 273.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295983028
ISBN
9780295983028
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.75

Paperback. Explores the two-hundred-year-old American tradition of freewheeling, improvisational, and asymmetrical quilts, whose makers experimented boldly with design, color, and pictorial motifs. This work examines the aesthetics and the social history of quilts from the nineteenth century onwards, including Amish, African American, and modern art quilts. Num Pages: 176 pages, 66 illus., 48 in color. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; WFBQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 217 x 15. Weight in Grams: 717.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780295983097
ISBN
9780295983097
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.17

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