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Development studies

Hardback. This book exposes the prevailing deficit model of assessing health needs, which puts disadvantaged communities on the defensive and ignores their potential strengths. The book offers rationales and methodologies, with solid examples of asset-based initiatives. Editor(s): Morgan, Antony; Ziglio, Erio; Davies, Maggie. Num Pages: 362 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; MBN; MBPM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 166 x 271 x 31. Weight in Grams: 738.
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2010th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441959201
ISBN
9781441959201
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 201.92

Hardback. This book addresses the social and cultural side of events and explores the role events have in fostering change and community development. It examines the transformatory function of events in the context of development studies - as phenomena that can promote and facilitate human development, including social, societal and individual change. Editor(s): Moufakkir, Omar; Pernecky, Tomas. Num Pages: 188 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JHB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 179 x 245 x 17. Weight in Grams: 698.
Publisher
Ideological, Social and Cultural Aspects of Events
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780643526
ISBN
9781780643526
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.11

Paperback. This work is intended as an accessible introduction to Africa for travellers and other individuals in search of a general account of the continent. In addition, it is suitable as a course text for students of development studies, Third World studies, cultural studies, and African studies. Editor(s): Martin, Phyllis M.; O'Meara, Patrick. Num Pages: 480 pages, 100 photographs, 25 maps. BIC Classification: 1H; GTF; HBJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 778. An Interdisciplinary Reader. 480 pages, 100 photographs, 25 maps. Editor(s): Martin, Phyllis M.; O'Meara, Patrick. This work is intended as an accessible introduction to Africa for travellers and other individuals in search of a general account of the continent. In addition, it is suitable as a course text for students of development studies, Third World studies, cultural studies, and African studies. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1H; GTF; HBJH. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight: 778.
Publisher
James Currey
Number of pages
480
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780852552308
ISBN
9780852552308
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 33.01

Paperback. Extending deconstructive theory to historical and political analysis, Timothy Mitchell examines the peculiarity of Western conceptions of order and truth through a re-reading of Europe's colonial encounter with nineteenth-century Egypt. Num Pages: 230 pages, Ill.ch. BIC Classification: GTF; HBJH; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 228 x 15. Weight in Grams: 338. 230 pages, Ill.ch. Extending deconstructive theory to historical and political analysis, Timothy Mitchell examines the peculiarity of Western conceptions of order and truth through a re-reading of Europe's colonial encounter with nineteenth-century Egypt. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: GTF; HBJH; JPS. Dimension: 153 x 228 x 15. Weight: 336.
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
230
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520075689
ISBN
9780520075689
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 26.81

Paperback. Published to coincide with the 40th Anniversary of MSF, this book reveals the realpolitik behind NGO work Editor(s): Magone, Claire; Neuman, Michael; Weissman, Fabrice. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 215 x 17. Weight in Grams: 394.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849041638
ISBN
9781849041638
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 31.11

Paperback. Critics are challenging the traditional role of the IMF to facilitate development and alleviate poverty, viewing policies as doctrinaire and in need of change to meet objectives. This examines the arguments and the future role of the IMF. Series: Development Policy Studies Series. Num Pages: 228 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JPSN; KCLF; KCM; KFFK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 317. Library markings to spine, with usual markings inside. However, remains in a good to very good condition
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
KLJ0006525
ISBN
9780415130400
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Hardback. Local initiatives, local control and local ownership are increasingly characteristic of Africa's petroleum sector, as Ovadia sets out in his book. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; GTF; KNBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138. Weight in Grams: 750.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849044769
ISBN
9781849044769
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.47
€ 53.33

Paperback. If you thought the point of war was to win, this book will make you think again. David Keen questions the model of war as a contest between two sides aiming at political and military victory, and he also rejects the contrasting view that war represents a collapse into anarchy, mindless violence and ethnic hatred. Num Pages: 296 pages, maps. BIC Classification: GTF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 25. Weight in Grams: 474.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
296
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745640204
ISBN
9780745640204
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.08

Hardback. Editor(s): Panican, Alexandru. Series: Work and Welfare in Europe. Num Pages: 303 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, 16 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFA; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 221 x 23. Weight in Grams: 526.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137531896
ISBN
9781137531896
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 150.18

Hardback. Editor(s): Fernandez Molina, Irene; Ojeda Garcia, Raquel; Veguilla, Victoria. Num Pages: 355 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBM; GTF; GTJ; HBJH; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 256 x 27. Weight in Grams: 620.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349950348
ISBN
9781349950348
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.09

Hardback. This book assesses the evolution of theories, doctrines, and practices in governance, economics, foreign assistance, civil society, and human security in developing countries since WWII, identifying progress and weaknesses. It points to how development approaches across these inter-connected areas can greatly enhance inclusive development. Series: Politics, Economics, and Inclusive Development. Num Pages: 287 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JP; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 619.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137560384
ISBN
9781137560384
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.72

Hardback. Editor(s): North, Liisa L.; Clark, Timothy D. Series: Latin American Political Economy. Num Pages: 19 black & white illustrations, 2 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFF; JPB; JPHV; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148. .
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st ed. 2018
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319532547
ISBN
9783319532547
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 161.74

Paperback. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; GTF; JFSJ1; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 227 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press United States
Number of pages
296
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816654536
ISBN
9780816654536
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.75

Paperback. Combines comprehensive empirical insights into NGOs' work in agriculture with wider considerations of their relations with the state and their contribution to democratic pluralism in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Editor(s): Bebbington, Anthony; Farrington, John; Lewis, David J.; Wellard, Kate. Series: Non-governmental Organizations Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations, 10 b&w photographs, 25 line drawings. BIC Classification: GTF; KNAC; RNU; TV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 385.
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Routledge
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
KIN0002138
ISBN
9780415088442
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. aeo The first introductory textbook on development and international relations. aeo Covers the most significant issues facing the Third World in the current global political economy. aeo Highly accessible book with many student features, such as introductions, summaries and tables. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JPS; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 306. Clean copy.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
KEX0208178
ISBN
9780745614953
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. .
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st ed. 2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349327195
ISBN
9781349327195
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.41

Hardback. Knowing what deep participation is, and how it works, can make a critical difference in solving 21st century economic, political, and social problems. This book provides a new approach to hands-on change and begins formulation of a participatory social theory promising greater prosperity and justice for all. Num Pages: 248 pages, 4 black & white tables, 1 figures. BIC Classification: 3JM; GTF; JPWH; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 236 x 17. Weight in Grams: 524.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2015th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137436863
ISBN
9781137436863
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.39

Hardback. Critical evaluation of big data technology * Practicalities of creating and handling big data in developing countries * Considers big data in agriculture, environmental protection and healthcare. Editor(s): Kshetri, Dr. Nir. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; MBN; TVB; UNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 181 x 252 x 19. Weight in Grams: 706.
Publisher
CABI Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780648682
ISBN
9781780648682
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 121.40

Hardback. Num Pages: 140 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HFDE; GTF; JPSN; MBN; MJCJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148. Weight in Grams: 329.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319459035
ISBN
9783319459035
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.50

Paperback. Home to more than 70 million people, the Mekong basin is undergoing profound changes as a result of China's rise as a global economic power. Last Days of the Mekong explores the ways in which region's diverse patchwork of peoples are responding to these changes, and their struggles to save the Mekong's fragile ecosystem. Series: Asian Arguments. Num Pages: 163 pages. BIC Classification: 1F; GTF; JPSL; KCM; RNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 135. .
Publisher
Zed Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2019
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783607198
ISBN
9781783607198
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.90

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