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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning

Paperback. What constitutes a family? Tracing the dramatic evolution of Americans' answer to this question over the past century, this book provides an account of modern adoption's history. It also details efforts by the US Children's Bureau and the Child Welfare League of America to establish adoption standards in law and practice. Num Pages: 368 pages, 15 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB; JHBK; RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226327600
ISBN
9780226327600
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.74

Paperback. Representing current research in evolutionary paleobiology, this book provides an overview of this rapidly changing field. Contributors to this volume present results of original research and aim to provide directions for future studies. Num Pages: 492 pages, 103 line drawings, 23 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSC; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 151 x 28. Weight in Grams: 660.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
First
Number of pages
492
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226389134
ISBN
9780226389134
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.29
€ 46.02

Paperback. Editor(s): Janzen, Daniel H. Num Pages: 832 pages, 306 halftones, 54 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KLCR; RNK; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 290 x 220 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1697.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1983
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition.
Number of pages
832
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226393346
ISBN
9780226393346
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.94
€ 54.43

Hardcover. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: RNCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 236 x 22. Weight in Grams: 568.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226406305
ISBN
9780226406305
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 103.02
€ 85.74

Paperback. Editor(s): Beissinger, Steven R.; Ackerly, David D; Doremus, Holly; Machlis, Gary E. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 621.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226423005
ISBN
9780226423005
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 40.19

Paperback. A history of population ecology which traces two generations of science and scientists from the opening of the 20th century through to 1970. The text chronicles the careers of key figures and the field's theoretical, empirical and institutional development. Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 316 pages, 9 halftones, 11 line drawings. BIC Classification: 3JJ; JHBD; PDA; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 166 x 20. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
Second Edition
Number of pages
316
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226437286
ISBN
9780226437286
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 33.64

Paperback. Series: Prehistoric Archaeology & Ecology S. Num Pages: 304 pages, 55ill. BIC Classification: HD; JHMP; PSX; RBG; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 16. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1984
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
paper edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226439587
ISBN
9780226439587
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.64

Hardcover. Examines how postwar thinkers from both sides of the Atlantic considered urban landscapes radically changed by the political and physical realities of sprawl, urban decay, and urban renewal. This title traces changing responses to the challenging issues that most affected the lives of the world's cities. Series: Historical Studies of Urban America. Num Pages: 336 pages, 77 halftones, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KB; 3JJP; JFSG; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226441740
ISBN
9780226441740
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.73
€ 77.34

Paperback. The fragmentation of the tropical rain forests is the subject of this study, which looks at the devastating damage caused to these sensitive areas. Covering geographic areas from Southeast Asia and Australia to Madagascar and the New World, the book summarizes contemporary knowledge and research. Num Pages: 632 pages, 4 colour plates, 12 halftones, 33 maps, 93 line drawings 85 tables. BIC Classification: PSAF; RGBL; RNPD; TVQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 177 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1100.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
632
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226468990
ISBN
9780226468990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.21
€ 50.62

Paperback. "A fine treatment of this critical time in geology's history. Although it goes against our standard histories of the field, Laudan defends her views convincingly. Her style is direct, with carefully reasoned personal opinions and interpretations clearly defined." Jere H. Lipps, "The Scientist"" Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 290 pages, 16ill. BIC Classification: 3JD; 3JF; 3JH; PDX; PNV; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
0002-
Number of pages
290
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226469478
ISBN
9780226469478
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.64

Paperback. Reveals the diverse panoply of perils to tropical forests and their biota, with emphasis on various dangers. In addition to documenting the vulnerability of tropical rainforests, this volume focuses on strategies for mitigating and combating emerging threats. It is suitable for researchers, students, and conservation practitioners. Editor(s): Laurance, William F.; Peres, Carlos A. Num Pages: 520 pages, 44 halftones, 63 line drawings. BIC Classification: RGBL; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 153 x 37. Weight in Grams: 902.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226470221
ISBN
9780226470221
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.29
€ 45.88

Paperback. A behind-the-scenes look at the search for human origins, analyzing how the biases and preconceptions of paleoanthropologists shape their work. The stories of the Taung Child and Neanderthal Man provide the background to the modern search for an exploration of how and where humans evolved. Num Pages: 366 pages, 70 halftones, 15 line drawings. BIC Classification: JHMP; PSX; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 219 x 142 x 21. Weight in Grams: 518.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
366
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226476513
ISBN
9780226476513
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.74

Paperback. "The book is a treasure trove of tidbits describing how the world around us came about. . . . "Things Maps Don't Tell Us" actually communicates a great deal about the things maps can tell us if we care to look carefully underneath the printed symbols."--James E. Young, "Cartographic Perspectives" Num Pages: 174 pages, line drawings throughout. BIC Classification: RGS; RGV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 266 x 165 x 14. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
174
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226488776
ISBN
9780226488776
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.64

Paperback. Num Pages: 586 pages, 2 plates, 33 line drawings. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 33. Weight in Grams: 707.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226497945
ISBN
9780226497945
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 34.48

Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, Fr.9ill.1M. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 218 x 142 x 19. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226497976
ISBN
9780226497976
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.29
€ 46.02

Paperback. Num Pages: 620 pages, 4 halftones, 93 engravings. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 143 x 32. Weight in Grams: 722.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
620
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226497990
ISBN
9780226497990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.29
€ 46.02

Paperback. In 1849, news of the discovery of gold in California triggered an enormous wave of emigration toward the Pacific. Lured by the promise of riches, thousands of settlers left behind the forests, rain, and fertile soil of the eastern United States in favor of the rough-hewn lands of the American West. This title brings their perspective to life. Num Pages: 352 pages, 89 halftones, 10 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; HBJK; HBLL; RBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 227 x 25. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226519623
ISBN
9780226519623
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 19.30

Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA; JPSD; JW; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 14. Weight in Grams: 338.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226521497
ISBN
9780226521497
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 33.64

Paperback. Num Pages: 276 pages. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 146 x 16. Weight in Grams: 376. Survivalism and Chaos in Modern Times. 276 pages. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: RNT. Dimension: 225 x 146 x 16. Weight: 376.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226532462
ISBN
9780226532462
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.74

Paperback. Monmonier shows authors and scholars how they can use expository cartography--the visual, two-dimensional organization of information--to heighten the impact of their books and articles. A concise, practical book that introduces the fundamental principles of graphic logic and design. 112 maps. 1 halftone. Series: Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing and Publishing. Num Pages: 352 pages, 112 maps, 1 halftone. BIC Classification: RGS; RGV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 142 x 18. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226534176
ISBN
9780226534176
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.22

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