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paperback. Demonstrates that Jamaica's troubles were caused not by lazy blacks but by the incompetence of absentee white planters operating within an obsolete colonial system. This book also shows that although large plantations languished, many former slaves worked tirelessly and became successful small-scale landowners. Num Pages: 256 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KJWJ; HBJK; HBLL; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 142 x 209 x 17. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252073274
- ISBN
- 9780252073274
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.59
€ 36.59
Paperback. Examines how Pentecostalism has managed to achieve such ascendancy in a former British colony among people of predominantly African descent. This book argues that it has flourished because it successfully mediates between two historically central themes in Jamaican religious life. Num Pages: 324 pages, 11 halftones, 4 maps, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KJWJ; HRCC99; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226032863
- ISBN
- 9780226032863
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.72
€ 53.72
Paperback. Num Pages: 336 pages, 24 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; GTB; HBJF; JFSG; JPQB; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 142 x 20. Weight in Grams: 410.
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816693368
- ISBN
- 9780816693368
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.52
€ 35.52
Paperback. Traces the history of the Jain community from founding sage Mahavira to the present day. This book explores asceticism, worship, the life of the Jain layperson, relations between Jainism and other Indic traditions, the Jain philosophy of relativity, and the implications of Jain ideals for the contemporary world. Num Pages: 264 pages, 20 integrated black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRKJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 217 x 140 x 26. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- I.B. Tauris & Co. Ltd.
- Number of pages
- 264
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845116262
- ISBN
- 9781845116262
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 29.14
€ 29.99
€ 29.14
Paperback. The 2500-year-old tradition of Jainism offers a worldview seemingly compatible with the goals of environmental activism. This volume reflects the dynamic nature of the Jain faith and its willingness to engage in discussion on a modern social issue. Series: Religions of the World and Ecology. Num Pages: 292 pages. BIC Classification: HRKJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 147 x 16. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780945454342
- ISBN
- 9780945454342
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.05
€ 38.05
Paperback. This work covers the antiquity of Jainism, its history, popular support and spread in India. It also covers: Jain migration abroad; schisms within Jainist ranks; and the teachings of Mahavira, detailing the path of purification, austerities and meditation. Num Pages: 330 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: HRAB; HRKJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 176 x 30. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Publisher
- Sussex Academic Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 330
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781898723967
- ISBN
- 9781898723967
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.61
€ 50.61
Paperback. What led a glamorous radio presenter, Sharon Grenham-Thompson, to get involved with working with some of the most despised in society - prisoners? Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: BGXA; HRCC91; JKVQ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 22. Weight in Grams: 224.
- Publisher
- Lion Hudson
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745968773
- ISBN
- 9780745968773
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 12.18
€ 14.99
€ 12.18
Hardback.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Casemate Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 126
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781612001449
- ISBN
- 9781612001449
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 26.27
€ 30.99
€ 26.27
Hardcover. Num Pages: 306 pages, over 200 bw images. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBWQ; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 238 x 31. Weight in Grams: 890. The Luftwaffe's JG 5 "Eismeerjager" in World War II. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBWQ; JWMV3. Dimension: 158 x 238 x 31. Weight: 890.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764342721
- ISBN
- 9780764342721
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 34.57
€ 52.99
€ 34.57
Hardback. Series: Schiffer Military History Book. Num Pages: 400 pages, 350+ black and white photos, line drawings. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBG; HBWQ; JWG; JWH; JWMV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 285 x 226 x 34. Weight in Grams: 2222.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764317743
- ISBN
- 9780764317743
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.84€ 55.63
€ 73.84
€ 55.63
Num Pages: 400 pages, 350+ b/w photos, line drawings. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 224 x 33. Weight in Grams: 2050.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764316814
- ISBN
- 9780764316814
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.84€ 54.21
€ 73.84
€ 54.21
Hardback. Num Pages: 352 pages, over 680 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 290 x 224 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1954.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764320941
- ISBN
- 9780764320941
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.84€ 54.19
€ 73.84
€ 54.19
Hardback. Num Pages: 464 pages, 315+ b/w photos, line drawings & profiles. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBG; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 311 x 236 x 50. Weight in Grams: 2936.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Edition
- First Editions
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764305566
- ISBN
- 9780764305566
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.61€ 70.54
€ 94.61
€ 70.54
Hardback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 450+ b/w & colour photos, line drawings, maps & charts. BIC Classification: 1DFG; HBJD; HBWQ; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 312 x 237 x 32. Weight in Grams: 2302.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764302923
- ISBN
- 9780764302923
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.61€ 72.23
€ 94.61
€ 72.23
Hardback. Num Pages: 400 pages, over 700 b/w and color photographs, aircraft line drawings, maps. BIC Classification: HBG; HBJD; HBWQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 312 x 238 x 35. Weight in Grams: 2534.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764301759
- ISBN
- 9780764301759
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 79.07€ 76.04
€ 79.07
€ 76.04
Paperback. The work of Jacques Ranciere is fast becoming a central reference in the humanities and social sciences. His thinking brings an innovative approach to many fields, notably the study of work, education, politics, film, as well as philosophy. This title presents an introduction to Ranciere's work, and covers his contribution to contemporary thought. Series: Key Concepts. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 17. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844652334
- ISBN
- 9781844652334
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 45.70
€ 45.99
€ 45.70
Hardback. A collection that examines the work of cultural and political theorist Jacques Ranciere. Editor(s): Rockhill, Gabriel; Watts, Philip. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: HPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 28. Weight in Grams: 645.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822344933
- ISBN
- 9780822344933
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 145.73
€ 145.73
Paperback. A collection that examines the work of cultural and political theorist Jacques Ranciere. Editor(s): Rockhill, Gabriel; Watts, Philip. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: HPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 225 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 502.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Duke University Press
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822345060
- ISBN
- 9780822345060
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.62
€ 39.62
Paperback. * Ranciere is one of the most interesting and original philosophers in France today, well-known for his work on aesthetics, politics and the philosophy of literature. Series: Key Contemporary Thinkers. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745646558
- ISBN
- 9780745646558
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.51
€ 30.51
Hardback. * Ranciere is one of the most interesting and original philosophers in France today, well-known for his work on aesthetics, politics and the philosophy of literature. Series: Key Contemporary Thinkers. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 159 x 21. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745646541
- ISBN
- 9780745646541
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.10
€ 71.10