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hardcover. Rapid urbanization has created a major challenge with regard to waste management and environmental protection. However, the problem can be ameliorated by turning organic waste into compost for use as an agricultural fertilizer in peri-urban areas. This book addresses these subjects. Editor(s): Drechsel, P.; Kunze, D. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HF; GTF; RBGB; TQ; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Publication date
2001
SKU
V9780851995489
ISBN
9780851995489
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 116.86

Hardback. Canada and the Third World provides a long overdue introduction to Canada's historical relationship with the Third World. Editor(s): Dubinsky, Karen; Mills, Sean; Rutherford, Scott. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 1QFG; GTF; HBJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 570.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442608061
ISBN
9781442608061
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 91.90

Editor(s): Ensor, Jonathan; Huq, Saleemul; Berger, Rachel. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; KCN; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 170 x 19. Weight in Grams: 470.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853397905
ISBN
9781853397905
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 86.62

Hardback. Editor(s): Folguera, Andres; Naipauer, Maximiliano; Sagripanti, Lucia; Ghiglione, Matias C.; Orts, Dario; Giambiagi, Laura. Series: Springer Earth System Sciences. Num Pages: 286 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 81 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSX; GTF; RBGD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 596.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
286
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319230597
ISBN
9783319230597
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.92

hardcover. This text discusses the importance of mountain regions, and the precariousness of mountain tourism in the context of ecosystem and cultural conservation. Case studies of mountain tourism existing along with environmental sustainability and community well-being are included. Editor(s): Godde, P.; etc.; Price, M. (Environmental Change Unit, University of Oxford); Zimmermann, F.M. (Department of Geography, University of Graz, Austria). Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: GTF; KNSG; RGBS; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851993911
ISBN
9780851993911
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 138.93

Paperback. This title offers a conceptual approach to the study of international migration, exploring clearly the many modes of exit, reception and incorporation which involve varied populations in disparate political, economic, social and cultural contexts. Editor(s): Gold, Steven J.; Nawyn, Stephanie J. Series: Routledge International Handbooks. Num Pages: 640 pages, 21 black & white tables, 2 black & white halftones, 7 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 177 x 248 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1116.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
640
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138787735
ISBN
9781138787735
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 88.40

Paperback. Uprootedness, exile and forced displacement, be they due to conflict, persecution or so-called 'development', are conditions which characterise the lives of millions across the globe.This book analyses a range of displacement situations, including development 'oustees', refugees and internally displaced persons." Editor(s): Grabska, Katarzyna; Mehta, Lyla. Num Pages: 277 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFF; JFFN; JFSL; JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
277
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349356973
ISBN
9781349356973
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.07

Paperback. In Perspectives on Aid and Development a distinguished group of policy experts offer perspectives on the lessons learned from development experience and how these lessons have been translated into new thinking on aid and development issues. Editor(s): Gwin, Catherine; Nelson, Joan M. Series: Policy Essay. Num Pages: 108 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSR; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 204.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Overseas Development Council,U.S. United States
Number of pages
108
Condition
New
SKU
V9781565170070
ISBN
9781565170070
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.42

Hardback. Editor(s): Harriss-White, Barbara; Janakarajan, S. Series: Anthem South Asian Studies. Num Pages: 540 pages, 200+ figures, graphs and charts. BIC Classification: 1FKA; GTF; JFSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Anthem Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
540
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843310877
ISBN
9781843310877
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 132.83

Hardback. Editor(s): Hayman, Rachel; King, Sophie; Kontinen, Tiina; Narayanaswamy, Lata. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JPS; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853399251
ISBN
9781853399251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 116.28

hardcover. This book is a comparative study of a number of dependent and independent tropical islands and archipelagos. Its contributors seek to answer a number of vital questions affecting the security, political status and economic development of some of the world's smallest and most remote communities. Editor(s): Hintjens, Helen M.; Newitt, Professor Malyn. Num Pages: 268 pages, 9 maps, bibliograohy, index. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JP; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
University of Exeter Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
268
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859893725
ISBN
9780859893725
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 136.78

Hardback. 75.00 Editor(s): Homer-Dixon, Thomas; Blitt, Jessica. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFE; RNB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 503.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847688692
ISBN
9780847688692
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.40

paperback. Editor(s): Hovorka, Alice; Zeeuw, Henk de; Njenga, Mary. Num Pages: 399 pages, 15 black & white line drawings, 13 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: GTF; JFSJ1; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 238 x 24. Weight in Grams: 632.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
399
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853396854
ISBN
9781853396854
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 41.90

Hardback. These essays discuss the economic feasibility of frontier tourist development, the development of rural and urban settings, and the expansion of tourism to remote borderlands. They highlight the potential as well as the difficulties of peripheral tourism. Editor(s): Krakover, Shaul; Gradus, Yehuda. Num Pages: 320 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; KCM; KNSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Lexington Books United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780739102879
ISBN
9780739102879
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 177.71

Paperback. Editor(s): Kwaak, Anke van der; Ormel, Hermen; Richter, Annemiek. Num Pages: 144 pages, colour illus. BIC Classification: GTF; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 163 x 11. Weight in Grams: 338.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
KIT Publishers Netherlands
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9789460220531
ISBN
9789460220531
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 25.21

Paperback. Editor(s): LEGS. Num Pages: 312 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSR; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 385.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853398612
ISBN
9781853398612
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 32.13

Editor(s): Leung, Chi-Cheung; Lo, Sonny Shiu-Hing. Num Pages: 374 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1QFG; GTF; HBJF; JFCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Bridge21 Publications, LLC United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9781626430082
ISBN
9781626430082
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.39

Paperback. This book considers the previously neglected intersection between work and development and considers how protection of labour standards may be understood in development terms. Examples are given of concrete achievement in anti-discrimination, child labour, trade relations and social dialogue. Editor(s): Novitz, Tonia; Mangan, David. Series: British Academy Original Paperbacks. Num Pages: 300 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCF; KCM; KCP; LNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9780197264911
ISBN
9780197264911
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.29

Hardback. The aim of development is always poverty reduction but the devil is in the detail and planning impacts heavily on the results. This study examines and evaluates macroeconomic strategies and their effectiveness in truly reducing poverty. Editor(s): Potts, David; Ryan, Patrick; Toner, Anna. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFA; KCM; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 220 x 149 x 23. Weight in Grams: 498.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333970171
ISBN
9780333970171
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.47

Hardback. Focuses on the lessons of experience with reform and innovation in higher education that are most relevant to the challenges of developing countries. This work analyzes experience and issues in four priority areas and concludes with a case study of the effects of the implementation of a comprehensive reform in Chile. Editor(s): Salmi, Jamil; Verspoor, Adriaan. Series: Issues in Higher Education S. Num Pages: 436 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 785.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Emerald Group Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
436
Condition
New
SKU
V9780080419480
ISBN
9780080419480
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.97

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