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Paperback. Over the years, federal courts have dramatically retreated from actively promoting school desegregation. In the meantime, state courts have taken up the mantle of promoting the vision of educational equity originally articulated in Brown v Board of Education. This title analyses why the state courts have taken on this active role. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNF; LNTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226706177
- ISBN
- 9780226706177
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 27.64
€ 34.99
€ 27.64
Paperback. This is a concise compendium of America's sex laws, summarizing the laws regulating personal sexual activity; revealing gaps, anachronisms, anomalies, inequalities and irrationalities; and providing an empirical basis for studies of sexual regulation. Num Pages: 244 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LNDA; LNF; LNM; LNT; VFVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226675657
- ISBN
- 9780226675657
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 24.82
€ 31.99
€ 24.82
Hardcover. Since Roe versus Wade, abortion has been a continually divisive political issue in the United States. This title looks beyond simplistic cultural or religious explanations to find out why abortion politics and policies differ so dramatically in these otherwise similar countries. It argues that political institutions are the key. Num Pages: 336 pages, 27 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1KB; LAM; LNDC; LNTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226313429
- ISBN
- 9780226313429
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.75€ 108.91
€ 132.75
€ 108.91
Paperback. The National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation together fund more than $40 billion of research annually in the US and around the globe. Suitable for those who want to learn how federal legislation and regulations affect laboratory research, this primer reveals the often obscured intersection of government and science. Num Pages: 336 pages, 3 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LNT; PDG; PDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226101651
- ISBN
- 9780226101651
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 32.34
€ 41.99
€ 32.34
Paperback. This book discusses the definition and types of FGM and explores the common justifications for the practice, along with the incidence in Africa, global laws, legal issues, rights and religion. Ethical considerations are examined, as are progress and the role of culture. Num Pages: 336 pages, illustrations, maps, tables. BIC Classification: 1H; JFM; JHBT; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780786421671
- ISBN
- 9780786421671
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.16
€ 42.16
Paperback. Explains the implications of the Intoxicating Liquor Act 2008. This book outlines the essentials of managing a licensed premise. It details the different types of licence and their renewal, transfer and sale. It reviews general offences and temporary closure orders. It is suitable for those working in the licensed trade. Num Pages: 100 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; LNTX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 182.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Clarus Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905536184
- ISBN
- 9781905536184
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.34
€ 24.34
Paperback. Editor(s): Davis, Joseph E.; Gonzalez, Dr Ana Marta. Series: Biopolitics. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHB; LNTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 153 x 26. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- New York University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781479809585
- ISBN
- 9781479809585
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.61
€ 33.99
€ 30.61
Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: KCQ; LNTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 164 x 6. Weight in Grams: 214.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of Buckingham Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908684370
- ISBN
- 9781908684370
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 16.19
€ 19.99
€ 16.19
Hardcover. This is an in-depth study of the contentious issues in Irish healthcare and deals with issues such as assisted suicide, abortion, adolescent treatment refusal, end of life care, retention of biological samples, involuntary admission to care and the regulation of stem cell research. Editor(s): Donnelly, Mary; Murray, Claire. Series Editor(s): Kitchin, Rob. Series: Irish Society. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; LNTM; MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 163 x 25. Weight in Grams: 564.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Manchester University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780719099465
- ISBN
- 9780719099465
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.99€ 96.61
€ 99.99
€ 96.61
Paperback. Aims to ensure that children whose behaviour is challenging as a result of either a severe learning disability or autism can access education and childcare. Editor(s): Allard, Amanda; Carlin, Jeanne; Delamore, Jan. Num Pages: 169 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: LNTQ; VFJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 215 x 13. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- National Children's Bureau Enterprises Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781907969546
- ISBN
- 9781907969546
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.18
€ 37.18
Paperback. As well as describing the various situations and settings in which the concept of partnership appears, this book analyses how the partnership principle is reflected in the law. It critically examines partnership between agencies, between child welfare professionals and children, and, finally, between child welfare professionals and parents. Editor(s): Kaganas, Felicity; etc.; King, Michael (Professor Associate and Co-Director of the CSLCF, Brunel University); Piper, Christine (Lecturer, Law Deparment, Co-Director of the CSLCF, Brunel University). Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSB1; LNDA; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023286
- ISBN
- 9781853023286
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.74
€ 44.99
€ 44.74
Paperback. This short guide cuts through the confusing mass of legislation to provide a concise and jargon-free explanation of current community care practice and the law. It is an essential resource for busy practitioners at all levels as well as managers in both the statutory and voluntary sectors, and policy-makers in local authorities and the NHS. Series: Quick Guides Social & Health Care Law & Practice. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKS; LNTH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 151 x 15. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849050838
- ISBN
- 9781849050838
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. The book focuses on how many areas of law apply to vulnerable adults, bringing together an extensive body of case law to illustrate this. Also covered is how local authorities and the NHS may themselves be implicated in the harm suffered. For example, in terms of gross lapses in standards of care and basic dignity sometimes found in hospitals. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; LNTH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 173 x 19. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106920
- ISBN
- 9781843106920
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.27
€ 47.27
Paperback. This book provides a guide to the law relating to mental health care for children and young people, and discusses important issues in clinical and social care practice such as parental responsibility, Gillick competency and capacity, emergency intervention and detention, assessment of mental illness and confidentiality in practice. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations, diagrams. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; LNTM1; MBQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843105763
- ISBN
- 9781843105763
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. This book seeks to explain why, among the innumerable problems faced by societies, some problems in some places become viewed as critical public issues that shape health policy. Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJ; LNTJ; MBX; MJC; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 20. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421413037
- ISBN
- 9781421413037
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.19
€ 33.99
€ 30.19
Hardback. Series: Postmillennial Pop. Num Pages: 272 pages, 7 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD; LNTQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781479813803
- ISBN
- 9781479813803
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 96.18
€ 96.18
Paperback. Intertwining case scenarios with clear explanations of social work law and policy, this text clearly illustrates the complex relationship between legal powers and duties on the one hand and professional values on the other. It addresses this dilemma and exemplifies possible courses of action to aid readers in their practice. Series: Reshaping Social Work. Num Pages: 216 pages, Standard Series Features. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSN; LNT. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 159 x 12. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230280106
- ISBN
- 9780230280106
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 40.88
€ 48.99
€ 40.88
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 20 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: JPP; LNTJ; MBN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Edition
- second edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421419473
- ISBN
- 9781421419473
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 32.74
€ 38.99
€ 32.74
Hardback. Editor(s): Hartel, Ines; Budzinowski, Roman. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1QFE; LNKF; LNT; RNFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 160 x 230 x 21. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781509911318
- ISBN
- 9781509911318
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 110.23€ 97.62
€ 110.23
€ 97.62
Hardback. Challenges what our policymakers thought they knew about education and education reform, from how to close the achievement gap in public schools to admission standards for top universities. This book uses statistical evidence to show why some of the widely held beliefs in education today - and the policies that have resulted - are wrong. Num Pages: 200 pages, 23 line illus. 17 tables. BIC Classification: JNA; JNK; LNTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st ed., 1st Ptg
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691149288
- ISBN
- 9780691149288
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.55
€ 26.99
€ 20.55
Paperback. Num Pages: 528 pages. BIC Classification: JKSM; JKSN2; LNTM1; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 187 x 23. Weight in Grams: 676.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Pearson Education (US) United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780134522715
- ISBN
- 9780134522715
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.72
€ 100.72
Paperback. This practical resource closely examines the business of managing complex health needs Editor(s): Allard, Amanda; Carlin, Jeanne; Delamore, Jan. Num Pages: 201 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: LNTQ; VFJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 216 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1048.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- National Children's Bureau
- Edition
- 2nd UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781907969539
- ISBN
- 9781907969539
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.18
€ 42.18
Paperback. This useful handbook provides educators with a practical understanding of the laws that are in place to protect the children with special needs that they support. Written in a user-friendly Q and A format, it covers all of the key areas of special education law including Free Appropriate Public Education, related services, and discipline. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JNS; LNTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 176 x 16. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058827
- ISBN
- 9781849058827
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.74
€ 44.99
€ 44.74
Hardback. This book takes an international perspective on child welfare, examining how frameworks can be adapted to address the rights and best interests of children. Synthesising the latest research, experts redefine the concept of a 'child in need' in a world where global movement is common and children are frequently involved in the law. Editor(s): Sheehan, Rosemary; Rhoades, Helen; Stanley, Nicky. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; LBBR; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 660.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058681
- ISBN
- 9781849058681
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 113.93
€ 113.93