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Paperback. Serves as a key text in survey courses on Western intellectual history, the Renaissance, political theory, and many other subjects. In this edition, the author contextualizes More's life and within the wider frames of European humanism and the Renaissance. Translator(s): Miller, Clarence H. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: HPCD; HPS; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 16. Weight in Grams: 208.
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300186109
- ISBN
- 9780300186109
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 15.27
€ 18.99
€ 15.27
Paperback. In this first full historical account of the political thought of Jeremy Bentham, Philip Schofield shows how Bentham's insights in the fields of logic and language led to the first defence of democracy from a utilitarian perspective, and to the creation of the philosophic radicals, dedicated to political, legal, ecclesiastical, and social reform. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: HBJD1; HBLL; HPS; JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199563364
- ISBN
- 9780199563364
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.03
€ 74.03
Paperback. Two essays on utilitarianism, written from opposite points of view, by J. J. C. Smart and Bernard Williams. Num Pages: 160 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 9. Weight in Grams: 162. For and Against. 155 pages, bibliography. Two essays on utilitarianism, written from opposite points of view, by J. J. C. Smart and Bernard Williams. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: HPQ. Dimension: 196 x 129 x 9. Weight: 166.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 155
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1973
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521098229
- ISBN
- 9780521098229
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 26.83
€ 26.99
€ 26.83
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198728795
- ISBN
- 9780198728795
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.83
€ 11.99
€ 10.83
Paperback. Utilitarianism propounds the view that the value or rightness of an action rests in how well it promotes the welfare of those affected by it, aiming for 'the greatest happiness of the greatest number'. This book shows the creation and development of a system of ethics that has had an enduring influence on moral philosophy and legislative policy. Editor(s): Ryan, Alan. Num Pages: 352 pages, index. BIC Classification: DN; HPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Publisher
- Penguin Classics
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140432725
- ISBN
- 9780140432725
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.00€ 11.81
€ 13.00
€ 11.81
paperback. This is a classic work of ethical theory, arguably the most persuasive and comprehensible presentation of this widely influential position. The complete text of Utilitarianism is presented, with footnote annotations added to clarify unfamiliar references and terminology. Editor(s): Bailey, Andrew. Series: Broadview Anthology of Social and Political Thought. Num Pages: 110 pages. BIC Classification: HPCD; HPQ. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Broadview Press Ltd Canada
- Number of pages
- 110
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781554813155
- ISBN
- 9781554813155
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.48
€ 19.48
Paperback. In this work of moral philosophy, John Stuart Mill defends the view that all human action should produce the greatest happiness overall, and that happiness itself is to be understood as consisting in higher and lower pleasures. Series: Oxford Philosphical Texts. Num Pages: 168 pages, bibliography, index, endnotes. BIC Classification: HPC; HPQ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 268.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 164
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198751632
- ISBN
- 9780198751632
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.57
€ 43.57
Paperback. Num Pages: 347 pages. BIC Classification: HRH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 171 x 27. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Tughra Books United States
- Number of pages
- 347
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781597843218
- ISBN
- 9781597843218
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.99
€ 19.99
€ 14.99
Hardcover. .
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764352881
- ISBN
- 9780764352881
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.24
€ 25.99
€ 18.24
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472817198
- ISBN
- 9781472817198
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.53
€ 20.99
€ 19.53
Paperback. The Bible is central to the practice of spiritual direction, yet poor, shallow or rigid use of the Bible can lead to damage and inhibit spiritual growth. This book offers ways of unlearning inadequate use of the Bible and developing healthier approaches. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: HRCX4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 139 x 19. Weight in Grams: 232.
- Publisher
- SPCK Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780281072200
- ISBN
- 9780281072200
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.75
€ 20.99
€ 16.75
Hardcover. Written specifically for beginners to Sartre's early philosophy and the non-specialist, McCulloch clearly shows how much analytic philospohy misses when it neglects Sartre and the continental tradition in philosophy. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 272. Good copy with some shelf wear. Previous owner's markings on the pages.
- Condition
- Used, Good
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- SKU
- KTG0017918
- ISBN
- 9780415109536
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AH; CF; HRCG1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 146 x 9. Weight in Grams: 181.
- Publisher
- Baker Publishing Group
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801010439
- ISBN
- 9780801010439
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.00
€ 21.00
Paperback. A modern way of approaching Antonio Gramsci's writings which breaks from previous analyses Series: Reading Gramsci. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; HPS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 137 x 237 x 17. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Publisher
- Pluto Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745335681
- ISBN
- 9780745335681
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 24.93
€ 31.99
€ 24.93
Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: CFF; HRCG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
- Publisher
- Baker Publishing Group United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801049941
- ISBN
- 9780801049941
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 19.44
€ 25.99
€ 19.44
Paperback. Examining international case studies including USA, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, this book identifies and explores the use of heritage throughout the world. Challenging the idea that heritage value is self-evident, and that things must be preserved, it demonstrates how it gives tangibility to the values that underpin different communities. Num Pages: 368 pages, 11 black & white halftones, 2 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: HB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 618.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415318310
- ISBN
- 9780415318310
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.23
€ 51.23
Hardcover. In 1911, when a professor took his students to tour Nanjing's shantytowns, one student was grateful as his eyes had been opened to the poverty in his own city. Years later, when another professor showed his students a film on the poor quarters of Nanjing, they demanded his expulsion. This book explores the reasons for these different reactions. Series: Harvard East Asian Monographs. Num Pages: 424 pages, 35 b/w figures, 5 maps, 10 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJG; HBJF; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 164 x 36. Weight in Grams: 758.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Harvard University Asia Center
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674021327
- ISBN
- 9780674021327
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 46.30
€ 54.99
€ 46.30
Paperback. An analysis of why relations between the United States and the Chinese Communists were hostile in the first decade of the Cold War. It discusses questions such as why Truman refused to recognize the Chinese Communists and why Mao shelled islands in the Taiwan Straits in 1958. It provides a link between domestic politics and foreign policy. Series: Princeton Studies in International History and Politics. Num Pages: 352 pages, 1 halftone 16 line illus. 1 map 4 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; 3JJPG; HBJF; HBJK; HBLW; JPA; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691026374
- ISBN
- 9780691026374
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.15€ 46.57
€ 59.15
€ 46.57
Hardcover. Focussing on both his literary achievements and political adventures, Paul Cobb introduces the great Syrian warrior poet. Series: Makers Muslim World S. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HRH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 143 x 15. Weight in Grams: 328.
- Publisher
- Oneworld Publications United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851684038
- ISBN
- 9781851684038
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 34.86
€ 34.86
Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages, over 150 color and b/w photos. BIC Classification: 3JJPK; HBJK; HBWS2; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 223 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1002.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd (US)
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764322563
- ISBN
- 9780764322563
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 65.05€ 46.67
€ 65.05
€ 46.67