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Paperback. Looking at the long history of navigation at sea, Jim Bennett discusses the scientific and technological developments that have enabled the accurate measurement of position and setting of directions in the oceans. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 152 pages, 10 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTM; PDX; RGR; TRLN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 113 x 174 x 12. Weight in Grams: 122.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198733713
- ISBN
- 9780198733713
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Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 13.32
€ 14.99
€ 13.32
Paperback. Featuring numerous updates and enhancements, Science Fiction and Philosophy, 2nd Edition, presents a collection of readings that utilize concepts developed from science fiction to explore a variety of classic and contemporary philosophical issues. Editor(s): Schneider, Susan. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 440
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118922613
- ISBN
- 9781118922613
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Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.22
€ 25.99
€ 21.22
Paperback. One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, 'Mere Christianity' has sold millions of copies worldwide. Series: C. S. Lewis Signature Classic. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 19. Weight in Grams: 246.
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780007461219
- ISBN
- 9780007461219
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Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.67
€ 13.99
€ 10.67
Paperback. The ancient Middle East was the theatre of passionate interaction between Phoenicians, Aramaeans, Arabs, Jews, Greeks, and Romans. This book describes the Middle East under Rome. Translator(s): Porter, Catherine; Rawlings, Elizabeth. Num Pages: 688 pages, 42 halftones, 1 line illustration, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1QDAR; HBJF1; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 162 x 34. Weight in Grams: 900.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 688
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674025653
- ISBN
- 9780674025653
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Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 31.68
€ 37.99
€ 31.68
Paperback. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: 3JH; BGL; DSYC; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156. .
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300219425
- ISBN
- 9780300219425
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Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.88
€ 23.99
€ 17.88
Paperback. This work defends the metaphysics of "internal realism", a view authored by Hilary Putnam, and seeks to build on its basis an immanent realistic position to resolve two conflicts: the conflict between realism and some forms of anti-realism; and between transcendent and immanent realism. Num Pages: 184 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: HPJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 245.
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742513877
- ISBN
- 9780742513877
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.26
€ 63.26
Paperback. This book argues for the continuing tension across historical contexts between movements emphasizing ritual and movements emphasizing sincerity. Our contemporary age has, at great risk, downplayed the importance of ritual. Drawing on examples from Chinese, Greek, Jewish, and contemporary culture, the book presents an innovative interdisciplinary account of how ritual works. Num Pages: 248 pages, 17 halftones. BIC Classification: HRLF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 378.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 246
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195336016
- ISBN
- 9780195336016
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Condition: New
€ 52.22
€ 52.22
Paperback. Since the discovery of Britains first Ice Age cave art in 2003, the site of Creswell Crags has gained international recognition as one of Britains leading Palaeolithic sites. This accessible volume explores the history of research on the site and draws together and interprets the findings, paying particular attention to the cave art. Num Pages: 122 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: HD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 245 x 176 x 5. Weight in Grams: 238.
- Publisher
- Archaeopress Archaeology
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905739509
- ISBN
- 9781905739509
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.87
€ 39.87
Hardback. Using examples taken from current affairs and historical analysis this study examines religion as an increasing factor in world politics and US foreign policy. The text concentrates on the American reaction to overseas religious persecution and faith-based groups involved with the foreign policy. Num Pages: 256 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRA; JPQB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 161 x 19. Weight in Grams: 449.
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742507623
- ISBN
- 9780742507623
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.02
€ 188.02
Hardback. Num Pages: 752 pages. BIC Classification: HRCG1; HRCG9. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 160 x 236 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1160.
- Publisher
- Baker Publishing Group
- Number of pages
- 752
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801027048
- ISBN
- 9780801027048
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 36.20
€ 51.99
€ 36.20
Paperback. Presenting a concise history of the Napoleonic Wars, this title argues that Napoleon was the master of the broken play, so confident of his ability to improvise, cover his own mistakes, and capitalize on those of the enemy that he plunged his armies into uncertain, seemingly desperate situations, only to emerge victorious as he blundered to glory. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JH; HBJD; HBLL; HBWH; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 148 x 16. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- Third
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742553187
- ISBN
- 9780742553187
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Condition: New
€ 57.26
€ 57.26
Paperback. Authoritative, informative, and illustrated, this guide provides a vivid introduction to a way of life many find fascinating but few truly understand. Series: Young Center Books in Anabaptist and Pietist Studies. Num Pages: 160 pages, 28 black & white halftones, 6 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: HRA; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 10. .
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421419565
- ISBN
- 9781421419565
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Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 19.67
€ 21.99
€ 19.67
Paperback. Paul B. Thompson covers diet and health issues, livestock welfare, world hunger, food justice, environmental ethics, Green Revolution technology and GMOs in this concise but comprehensive study. He shows how food can be a nexus for integrating larger social issues in social inequality, scientific reductionism, and the eclipse of morality. Num Pages: 344 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFCV; JFFZ; JFMG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 142 x 210 x 25. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199391691
- ISBN
- 9780199391691
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 33.57
€ 35.99
€ 33.57
Paperback. This book will be important reading for those with an interest in Deleuze, but also in performance arts, film, and contemporary culture. Editor(s): Guillaume, Laura; Hughes, Joe. Series: Deleuze Connections. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: HPN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 235 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358. Series: Deleuze Connections. 240 pages. Editor(s): Guillaume, Laura; Hughes, Joe. This book will be important reading for those with an interest in Deleuze, but also in performance arts, film, and contemporary culture. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: HPN. Dimension: 163 x 235 x 13. Weight: 358.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748638659
- ISBN
- 9780748638659
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 32.85
€ 38.99
€ 32.85
Paperback. THE VIETNAM WAR examines the origins, course, and consequences of the wars in Vietnam, providing a balanced, broadly accessible narrative that takes account of the latest research in multiple languages and reflects changing scholarly understandings of the war. Num Pages: 224 pages, 21 maps & halftones. BIC Classification: HBJF; HBJK; HBLW3; HBWS2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 208 x 142 x 15. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199753932
- ISBN
- 9780199753932
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.40
€ 28.40
Paperback. Told with the full cooperation of many of the survivors, this is the story of WWII's greatest escape. Num Pages: 384 pages, 16pp black and white photographs. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBTZ1; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 39. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Publisher
- Nicholas Brealey Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781857886498
- ISBN
- 9781857886498
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.47
€ 17.99
€ 13.47
Paperback. Num Pages: 442 pages, colour illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBR; BGH; BM; HBJD1; WQY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 36. Weight in Grams: 524.
- Publisher
- Daunt Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781907970528
- ISBN
- 9781907970528
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.46
€ 19.99
€ 14.46
Paperback. Houston, the largest city in Texas, has always been a dynamic metropolis, filled with historic and economic significance as well as cultural charm. Journey into its past through over 190 picturesque vintage postcards showing its special features. Approximate dating and values are included. Num Pages: 112 pages, 193 vintage postcards. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; 3JJ; HBJK; WCS; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 279 x 9. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764326530
- ISBN
- 9780764326530
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.38
€ 31.99
€ 21.38
Paperback. Argues that religion is not a necessity for pursuing a spiritual life. This modern-day polemic outlines those ethics that the Dalai Lama believes should be central to our lives. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 13. Weight in Grams: 152.
- Publisher
- Ebury Publishing
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846043109
- ISBN
- 9781846043109
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.47
€ 17.99
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Paperback. Published in 1843, this is one of the earliest of Kierkegaard's major works. The author plays devil's advocate putting forward two opposing points of view challenging the reader to question the different alternatives. This book is written to provoke philosophical debate. Editor(s): Eremita, Victor. Translator(s): Hannay, Alastair. Num Pages: 640 pages. BIC Classification: HPCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 28. Weight in Grams: 436.
- Publisher
- Penguin Classics
- Number of pages
- 640
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140445770
- ISBN
- 9780140445770
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.37
€ 17.99
€ 13.37
Paperback. Tells the story of the rescue in May 1940 of British soldiers fleeing capture and defeat by the Nazis at Dunkirk. Num Pages: 672 pages, 24pp b&w inset. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 130 x 48. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Publisher
- Viking
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780241972267
- ISBN
- 9780241972267
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.06
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€ 15.06
Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages, 10. BIC Classification: HPCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Publisher
- Cornell University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801474507
- ISBN
- 9780801474507
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.42
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€ 28.42
Paperback. Featuring new material on the Irish Famine which has never been published before, this is a comprehensive and accessible overview of one of the most significant periods of Irish history. Series: Short Histories. Num Pages: 144 pages, 16 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 3JH; HBJD1; HBLL; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 151 x 12. Weight in Grams: 134.
- Publisher
- O´Brien Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847173713
- ISBN
- 9781847173713
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 9.98
€ 9.99
€ 9.98
Hardcover. Editor(s): Jackson, Tim. Num Pages: 295 pages, Colour and black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; GLMA; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 243 x 38. Weight in Grams: 776.
- Publisher
- Lilliput Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843516750
- ISBN
- 9781843516750
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.00€ 37.47
€ 50.00
€ 37.47