Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. This volume brings together international scholars reflecting on the theory and practice of international security, human security, natural resources and environmental change. It contributes by 'centring the margins' and privileging alternative conceptions and understandings of environmental (in)security. Editor(s): Schnurr, Matthew A.; Swatuk, Larry A. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 263 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JHB; JPA; JW; KCP; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 263
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- New
- SKU
- V9781349334209
- ISBN
- 9781349334209
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€ 62.54
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Paperback. By conversing with the main bodies of relevant literature from Migration Studies and Memory Studies, this overview highlights how analysing memories can contribute to a better understanding of the complexities of migrant incorporation. The chapters consider international case studies from Europe, North America, Australia, Asia and the Middle East. Editor(s): Kleist, J. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Memory Studies. Num Pages: 265 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFD; JFFN; JHM; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 265
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- New
- SKU
- V9781349332830
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- 9781349332830
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€ 62.54
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Paperback. Based on presentations given at a session of a 2009 international conference sponsored by the Royal Geographical Society of Great Britain. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Memory Studies. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AS; GTB; JFC; JFCX; JFD; RG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
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- New
- SKU
- V9781349332670
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- 9781349332670
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€ 62.00
€ 62.00
Paperback. Examines key trends in emerging strategic technologies and the implications for geopolitics and human dignity. Al-Rodhan argues that future evolution into transhumans is inevitable. In preparation, the global community is urged to establish strict moral and legal guidelines balancing innovation with the guarantee of dignity for all. Series: St Antony's Series. Num Pages: 348 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPS; JHB; JPA; PSAJ; RG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349331642
- ISBN
- 9781349331642
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€ 62.51
€ 62.51
Paperback. Alongside other factors, cultural values and identities help to explain different regulatory frameworks for genetically modified organisms. This book uses insights from environmental history and sociology to illuminate the cultural politics of regulation in the US and the EU, with particular attention to public opinion and anti-GMO activism. Num Pages: 266 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; LNKJ; RGB; RND; RNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349329700
- ISBN
- 9781349329700
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€ 118.46
€ 118.46
The European Union and Multilateral Governance. Assessing EU Participa...
Bruyninckx, Hans; Basu, Sudeshna. Ed(S): Wout...
Paperback. An interdisciplinary approach to the study of the EU in UN human rights and environmental governance which addresses the legal and political science dimensions. With contributions from academics and policy-makers, this volume is a comprehensive analysis of how the challenges it faces impact on the EU's position in UN fora. Editor(s): Wouters, Jan; Schunz, Simon. Series: Palgrave Studies in European Union Politics. Num Pages: 285 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPS; JPSN; JPVH; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 462.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2012
- Number of pages
- 285
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349328277
- ISBN
- 9781349328277
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€ 119.18
€ 119.18
Paperback. "Combining theory, case studies and speculative fiction, a range of contributors, from leading UK academics to pioneering renewable activists, create a compelling picture of the potential perks and pitfalls of a low carbon future"-- Editor(s): Herring, H. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPP; KCN; PDZ; RND; RNK; TQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349328154
- ISBN
- 9781349328154
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€ 61.72
€ 61.72
Paperback. The way in which energy is governed in China is driving its rising level of carbon dioxide emissions. This book analyses the nature of energy governance in China by combining ideas relating to transition management with institutionalist theories, which helps to identify factors which assist or constrain the country's path to a low-carbon economy. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 275 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; HPQ; JP; KCN; RND; THRB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 275
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349328130
- ISBN
- 9781349328130
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€ 62.36
€ 62.36
Paperback. To avoid uncontrolled climate change, greenhouse gas emissions will have to be brought under control by major emitters outside the affluent West. The authors investigate the political obstacles in BRIC countries and what their governments could do to strengthen climate policies without incurring serious political damage. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 263 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFS; JPQB; JPSN; RND; TQD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 263
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349327591
- ISBN
- 9781349327591
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€ 119.13
€ 119.13
Paperback. This book questionsthe practices in the policy processes of international institutions. It looks at the formal and informal practices that are routinely undertaken as part of the structure of international policy processes, and analyses how people behave and with what outcome for international environmental governance." Num Pages: 207 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPP; JPS; JPSN; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 207
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349327157
- ISBN
- 9781349327157
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€ 61.44
€ 61.44
Paperback. Leading scholars assess the transformations in energy security policy that flow from recognition of global climate change.They explore through case studies the key policy responses formulated in the Asia-Pacific and identify potential synergies between energy policy and climate mitigation efforts." Editor(s): Anceschi, Luca. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JW; KCN; KCP; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349327119
- ISBN
- 9781349327119
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€ 62.26
€ 62.26
Paperback. "New urban developments such as office blocks, warehouses and retail complexes are increasingly common in outer city regions across the world. This book examines the processes of post-suburbanization in international perspective, exploring how developments across the world might be considered post-suburban"-- Editor(s): Wu, F.; Phelps, N. Num Pages: 305 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; JHB; JPQB; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 305
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349325139
- ISBN
- 9781349325139
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€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. McDowell and Braniff explore the relationship between commemoration and conflict in societies which have engaged in peace processes, attempting to unpack the ways in which the practices of memory and commemoration influence efforts to bring armed conflict to an end and whether it can even reactivate conflict as political circumstances change. Series: Rethinking Peace and Conflict Studies. Num Pages: 223 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTJ; HBAH; JHB; JPA; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 229 x 17. Weight in Grams: 326.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2014
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- New
- SKU
- V9781349324194
- ISBN
- 9781349324194
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€ 61.59
€ 61.59
Paperback. "This book discusses climate change as a social issue, examining the incompatibility of capitalist development and Earth'sphysical limits and how these have been regulated in different ways. It addresses the links between modes of consumption, energy regimes and climate change during Fordism and finance-driven capitalism"-- Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA; JPQB; RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 233
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- New
- SKU
- V9781349323289
- ISBN
- 9781349323289
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€ 61.61
€ 61.61
Paperback. The globalized economy depends on local and context-specific factors. This edited volume addresses local-global nexuses via case studies of global interactions in developed and developing areas, and of particular firms' approaches to these issues. The chapters build up a prospectus on how best to create globally capable localities. Editor(s): Dallago, Bruno; Guglielmetti, Chiara. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCD; KCG; KCM; KCP; KJH; RGCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349322367
- ISBN
- 9781349322367
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€ 62.15
€ 62.15
Paperback. An exploration of Turkey's future role and impact on European energy security, looking atthe connection between geopolitics, energy security and the EU's need for energy. The book focusesonTurkey's foreign and energy policies and importance as a natural funnel through which the EU can access hydrocarbons and renewables." Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 208 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; RGB; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349322343
- ISBN
- 9781349322343
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€ 61.44
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Paperback. A freshly provocative look at the nexus linking EU security, trans-Turkey energy supply routes to Europe and Turkey's EU membership negotiations, this book argues that Europe's collective energy security prospects have become increasingly tied to Turkey's progress towards joining the EU. Series: New Security Challenges. Num Pages: 242 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; LNCB; RND; TH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349322220
- ISBN
- 9781349322220
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€ 61.69
€ 61.69
Paperback. Will the future be a climate disaster? Will biotechnologies bring huge improvements to lifespan? Predictions vary, but children's status as human embodiments of the future puts them at the centre of attempts to shape the world and the discipline of childhood studies can therefore make a critical and creative contribution to future-making. Series: Studies in Childhood and Youth. Num Pages: 181 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSP; JHB; JHBK; JPQB; RNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 10. Weight in Grams: 251.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 181
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349321889
- ISBN
- 9781349321889
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€ 61.13
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Paperback. Drawing from a rich mix of survey data, interviews, and access to internal meetings, Brian Doherty and Timothy Doyle show how FoEI has developed a distinctive environmentalism, which allows for the differences in context between regions and across the North-South divide. Series: Non-Governmental Public Action. Num Pages: 276 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JHB; JPA; JPSN; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 344.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349321261
- ISBN
- 9781349321261
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€ 61.67
€ 61.67
Paperback. This bookexamines how local and global environment-society relations play out in coastal communities dependent on tourism for economic survival. It analyzes the consequences of social and economic policies on remote areas and makes a case for studying the role of environmental values in global environmental governance." Num Pages: 203 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA; JPS; KCP; KCU; RND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 203
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349319374
- ISBN
- 9781349319374
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€ 117.98
€ 117.98