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East Asia, Far East

Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages, 422 colour & b/w photos & charts. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; 3JJG; HBJF; HBLW; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 215 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1280.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764348907
ISBN
9780764348907
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.25
€ 46.73

Paperback. This translation presents the Analects in a revolutionary new format that, for the first time in any language, distinguishes the original words of the Master from the later sayings of his disciples and their followers, enabling readers to experience China's most influential philosophical work in its true historical, social, and political context. Series: Translations from the Asian Classics. Num Pages: 342 pages, 24 illus. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 2GDC; DNF; DSBB; HBG; HBLA; HPD; HRKN1; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
342
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231104319
ISBN
9780231104319
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 30.89

Paperback. Explores a range of grassroots efforts - initiated by the state and society alike - intended to restrain arbitrary and corrupt official behaviour and enhance the accountability of local authorities. This book covers topics such as village and township elections, fiscal reforms, legal aid, media supervision, and informal associations. Editor(s): Perry, Elizabeth J.; Goldman, Merle. Series: Harvard Contemporary China Series. Num Pages: 416 pages, 18 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 27. Weight in Grams: 564.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674024861
ISBN
9780674024861
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 34.74

Hardback. East Asia has three of the most powerful economies on earth, but they are losing steam. The author draws on extensive experience in the region to explain the reasons for this rapid economic growth since the 1960s and to ask if the recent slowdown is a local phenomenon or typical of all economies at this stage of development. Series: The Edwin O.Reischauer Lectures. Num Pages: 210 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FP; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 488.
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
210
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674725300
ISBN
9780674725300
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 41.12

Paperback. Popular understanding of Zen Buddhism typically involves a stereotyped image of isolated individuals in meditation, contemplating nothingness. This book presents the 'other side of Zen', by examining the movement's growth during the Tokugawa period (1600-1867) in Japan and by shedding light on the Japanese religious landscape during the era. Series: Buddhisms: A Princeton University Press Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 3 line illus. 7 halftones. 7 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; HREZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 388.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691144290
ISBN
9780691144290
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.06

Paperback. Fully revised and updated, this widely-praised introductory text explores Japan through the prism of three alternative perspectives: Mainstream, revisionist and culturalist. Beginning with the notion of Japan as a 'contested territory' the book focuses on debates about the real nature of Japan's successes and shortcomings. Series: Contemporary States and Societies Series. Num Pages: 272 pages, 17 black & white halftones, 6 black & white tables, 7 figures, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 3JM; GTB; HBJF; HBLX; JP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 215 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Edition
Third Edition, Revised
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230248694
ISBN
9780230248694
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 38.98

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; BGB; KJE; KJZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 294.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062413413
ISBN
9780062413413
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.37

Paperback. This culture-based primer provides lessons organized around readings on Chinese history, culture, geography, literature, folktales and mythlogy, customs and cuisine. The focus is on reading strategies and the teaching of "discourse grammar", a more authentic approach to the study of languages. Editor(s): Liu, Irene; Hailong, Wang. Series: Asian Studies Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, numerous spot illus. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 2GDC; CJBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 16. Weight in Grams: 718.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231125550
ISBN
9780231125550
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 32.94

Paperback. Majorities are made, not born. This book argues that there are no majorities in the Asia-Pacific region, broadly defined, nor in the West. Numerically, ethnically, politically, and culturally, societies make and mark their majorities under specific historical, political, and social circumstance. Editor(s): Gladney, Dru C. Series: Contemporary Issues in Asia and Pacific. Num Pages: 364 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVT; 1FMM; 1FPC; 1FPJ; 1FPK; 1KBB; 1MKLF; JHMC; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 21. Weight in Grams: 505.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
364
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780804730488
ISBN
9780804730488
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 38.57

Paperback. This second edition of Dru Gladney's critically acclaimed study of the Muslim population in China includes a new preface by the author, as well as a valuable addendum to the bibliography, already hailed as one of the most extensive listing of modern sources on the Sino-Muslims. Series: Harvard East Asian Monographs. Num Pages: 518 pages, 40ill.1ch.5M. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JFSR2; JPFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 35. Weight in Grams: 690.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
518
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674594975
ISBN
9780674594975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 26.67

Paperback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783531608
ISBN
9781783531608
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.56

Paperback. This edited collection of new and insightful critical essays brings together a wide range of academics whose work stages a forum exploring the key aspects of Kazuo Ishiguro's novels. Featuring an interview with Ishiguro, this groundbreaking book is ideal for anyone studying the work of this major contemporary author. Editor(s): Groes, Sebastian; Lewis, Barry. Num Pages: 312 pages, 4 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 2AB; DSBH; DSK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 146 x 216 x 16. Weight in Grams: 392.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
312
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2011th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230232389
ISBN
9780230232389
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.00

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Helion & Company United Kingdom
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781908916921
ISBN
9781908916921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.42

Paperback. There has never been a guide to the birds of Mongolia before and this new field guide will provide full details of every species to be found in the country. The guide will follow traditional field guide design with plates arranged opposite the text and maps. Series: Helm Field Guides. Num Pages: 224 pages, 83 colour plates. BIC Classification: 1FPM; PSVW6; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713687040
ISBN
9780713687040
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.87

Hardcover. The question: can - or should - the United States try to promote reform in client states in the Third World is at the heart of this book. The book focuses on three case studies of reformist intervention in Asia: China 1946-1948; the Philippines 1950-1953; and Vietnam 1961-1963. Num Pages: 374 pages, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1FMP; 1FMV; 1FPC; 1KBB; 3JJPG; 3JJPK; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 681.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
374
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674005778
ISBN
9780674005778
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.15
€ 48.32

Hardback. Empirical evidence from cutting-edge research into the experiences and challenges of entrepreneurial activities and small business issues within China. Editor(s): Cumming, Douglas; Firth, Michael; Hou, Wenxuan; Lee, Edward. Num Pages: 228 pages, 47 black & white tables, 23 figures. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KCM; KJH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 145 x 18. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137412492
ISBN
9781137412492
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 123.98

Paperback. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 1FPC; JPSD; JPV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Publisher
Encounter Books,USA United States
Number of pages
440
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781594038433
ISBN
9781594038433
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.97

Hardback. .
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st ed. 2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137454621
ISBN
9781137454621
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.52
€ 20.49

Paperback. Provides technical descriptions of the two types and their improved variants, complete with a fighter pilot's assessment of these aircraft, also chronicles the entire scope of their aerial duel in MiG Alley by employing the recollections of the surviving combatants - including Russian, Chinese, and North Korean pilots - who participated. Illustrator(s): Laurier, Jim; Luijken, Wiek. Series: Duel. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPK; 3JJPG; HBJF; HBLW3; HBWS1; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 248 x 5. Weight in Grams: 262.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
80
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780963198
ISBN
9781780963198
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.50

Hardcover. This beautifully photographed volume provides the reader with a survey of Japanese motorcycles which have become an integral part of the American cycling habit since the late-1950s. Examples of first models, last models, and the most unusual Japanese machines to hit the American shores are covered in detail. Num Pages: 152 pages, 450+ color photos. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; TRC; WGCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 225 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1200.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Schiffer Pub Ltd
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764302350
ISBN
9780764302350
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 28.26

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