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Hardback. Presents an account of the first 27 years of a astonishing trajectory in a life made difficult by depression, but sustained throughout by a love of books and learning. This book depicts the formative years of a man nourished by lifelong learning, whose rise from humble beginnings to heights of achievement serves as a model for generations to come. Num Pages: 360 pages, 16 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBEH; 3JJ; BG; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 245 x 167 x 30. Weight in Grams: 668.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691129273
ISBN
9780691129273
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 80.69
€ 62.27

Hardback. Spurred by court rulings requiring states to increase public-school funding, the US spends more per student on K-12 education than almost any other country. This work traces the history of reform efforts and concludes that the principal focus of both courts and legislatures on ever-increasing funding has done little to improve student achievement. Num Pages: 432 pages, 44 line illus. 10 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNF; JNKG; LNTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 164 x 32. Weight in Grams: 732.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691130002
ISBN
9780691130002
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 36.15

Paperback. Drawing on a body of empirical evidence, this book examines how much progress college students actually make toward widely accepted goals of undergraduate education. It describes the changes that faculties and academic leaders can make to help students accomplish more. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 614.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
440
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691136189
ISBN
9780691136189
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.37

Hardback. Argues that world-class scholars, and not administrators, make the best leaders of research universities. This title shows why experts need leaders who are experts like themselves. It explains why the most effective leaders are those who have deep expertise in what their organizations actually do. Num Pages: 200 pages, 26 line illus. 24 tables. BIC Classification: JNK; JNMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 456.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691138008
ISBN
9780691138008
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.40
€ 42.35

Paperback. Introduces various components of information-seeking process. This book focuses on basic concepts, strategies, tools, and tactics for research - in both electronic and print formats. It shows how to avoid plagiarism. Num Pages: 224 pages, 6 line illus. 24 Tables. BIC Classification: GLM; JNM; JNZ; UNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 254.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691138572
ISBN
9780691138572
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.40

Hardback. Arguing that elite higher education contributes to both social mobility and inequality, the authors investigate such areas as admission advantages for minorities, academic achievement gaps tied to race and class, unequal burdens in paying for tuition, and satisfaction with college experiences. Num Pages: 568 pages, 55 line illus. 81 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFS; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 161 x 33. Weight in Grams: 926.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
568
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691141602
ISBN
9780691141602
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.33
€ 46.46

Hardback. Focusing on the state of doctoral education in the humanities, this book reports on the Graduate Education Initiative's - the effort undertaken to improve doctoral programs in the humanities and related social sciences - success in reducing attrition and times to degree and the positive changes implemented by specific graduate programs. Num Pages: 360 pages, 19 line illus. 64 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 650.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691142661
ISBN
9780691142661
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 37.69

Paperback. Examining school data going back more than a decade, this book measures how charter schools perform compared to traditional public schools. It argues that while charter schools may meet the most basic test of sound public policy, the evidence suggests they all too often fall short of advocates' claims. Num Pages: 376 pages, 12 halftones. 22 line illus. 45 tables. BIC Classification: JNF; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 542.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691143194
ISBN
9780691143194
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 30.87

Hardback. In 1981, Frederick Houk Borsch returned to Princeton University, his alma mater, to serve as dean of the chapel at the Ivy League school. This title tells the story of Princeton's journey from its founding in 1746 as a college for Presbyterian ministers to the religiously diverse institution it is today. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HRCC93; JNB; JNMH; JNMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 233 x 22. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691145730
ISBN
9780691145730
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 39.54

Paperback. Whether kids love or hate the food served there, the American school lunchroom is the stage for one of the most popular yet flawed social welfare programs in our nation's history. This book covers this complex and fascinating part of American culture, from its origins in early twentieth-century nutrition science onwards. Series: Politics and Society in Modern America. Num Pages: 272 pages, 8 halftones. 1 line illus. 6 tables. BIC Classification: HBLW; JNB; JNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691146195
ISBN
9780691146195
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.06

Hardback. American universities serve as economic engines, performing the scientific research that can create new industries, drive economic growth, and keep the United States globally competitive. This title sheds light on how knowledge and politics intersect to structure the economy. Num Pages: 264 pages, 6 line illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNKG; JNMN; PDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 167 x 22. Weight in Grams: 534.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691147086
ISBN
9780691147086
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.40
€ 42.14

Paperback. Tackles a long-standing and fraught debate over racial inequalities in America's schools. This title exposes raw, real-time arguments over what inequalities of opportunity based on race in our schools look like today - and what, if anything, various Americans should do about it. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNF; JNKP; JPQB; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 446.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691148090
ISBN
9780691148090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.06

Hardback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 4 line illus. BIC Classification: JKSN1; JNM; JPA; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 223 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 432.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691148625
ISBN
9780691148625
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 35.96

Paperback. Offers a portrait of academic life in the nineties. This title presents an exploration of the uses and abuses of literary and cultural criticism that offers a running commentary on identity politics and poses serious questions about the state and future of the academy. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 314.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149387
ISBN
9780691149387
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.81

Paperback. Provides the exploration of college completion at America's public universities. This title sheds light on serious issues as dropout rates linked to race, gender, and socioeconomic status. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 416 pages, 97 line illus. 9 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNAM; JNF; JNHX; JNKD; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 25. Weight in Grams: 546.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149905
ISBN
9780691149905
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.32

Hardback. offers a portrait in words and images of a storied institution that might be described as a true academic village. This book captures the spirit of curiosity, freedom, and comradeship that is a hallmark of this community of scholars. Num Pages: 144 pages, 77 halftones. BIC Classification: JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 237 x 14. Weight in Grams: 672.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691151366
ISBN
9780691151366
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.32

Paperback. Presents an account of how international competition for the brightest minds is transforming the world of higher education - and why this revolution should be welcomed, not feared. Series: The William G. Bowen Memorial Series in Higher Education. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
New
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691154558
ISBN
9780691154558
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.48

Hardback. What is the best education for exceptionally able and high-achieving youngsters? Can the United States strengthen its future intellectual leadership, economic vitality, and scientific prowess without sacrificing equal opportunity? This title discusses how these schools work - and their critical role in nurturing the country's brightest students. Num Pages: 264 pages, 6 line illus. 21 tables. 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNKD; JNLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 175 x 241 x 21. Weight in Grams: 508.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691156675
ISBN
9780691156675
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.47

Paperback. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BM; JNK; JNMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 258.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691158082
ISBN
9780691158082
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.66

Hardback.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691159300
ISBN
9780691159300
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.22

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