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Hardcover. Featuring contributions by leading academics this collection is a companion to one of the most intricate of Deleuze's philosophical texts, articulating Leibnizian thought within the context of Baroque expressionism, characterized by its interdisciplinary approach to philosophy. This reader offers an incisive critical overview of its key themes Editor(s): Van Tuinen, Sjoerd; Mcdonnell, Niamh. Num Pages: 275 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 147 x 21. Weight in Grams: 452.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230552876
- ISBN
- 9780230552876
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.21
€ 140.21
Hardcover. Evoking the contemporary Zeitgeist of looming ecological, political and economic disaster, a distinguished group of thinkers invite a compelling reconsideration of the ways we, as representing subjects, might be more deeply implicated in catastrophic events than we ordinarily imagine. Editor(s): Hoens, Dominiek; Jottkandt, Sigi; Buelens, Gert. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPC; HPS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 218 x 163 x 22. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230552852
- ISBN
- 9780230552852
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Condition: New
€ 67.91
€ 67.91
Hardcover. Kierkegaard knew nothing of Japanese philosophy yet the links between his own ideas and Japanese philosophers are remarkable. The book examines Kierkegaard in terms of Shinto, Pure Land Buddhism, Zen Buddhism, the Samurai, the famous Kyoto school of Japanese philosophers, and in terms of pivotal Japanese thinkers who were influenced by Kierkegaard. Editor(s): Giles, James. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 465.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230552838
- ISBN
- 9780230552838
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.99
€ 128.99
Hardcover. The 'theory of mind' framework has been the fastest growing body of empirical research in contemporary psychology. It has given rise to a range of positions on what it takes to relate to others as intentional beings. This book brings together disparate strands of ToM research, lays out historical roots of the idea and indicates better alternatives. Editor(s): Leudar, Ivan; Costall, Alan. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPM; JMAL; JMC; JMH; JMR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 225 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230552739
- ISBN
- 9780230552739
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.75
€ 67.75
Hardcover. Based on refractions of earlier beliefs, modern angels - at once terrible and comforting, frighteningly other and reassuringly beneficent - have acquired a powerful symbolic value. This interdisciplinary study looks at how humans conversed with angels in medieval and early modern Europe, and how they explained and represented these conversations. Editor(s): Raymond, Joad. Num Pages: 362 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3H; 3JB; 3JD; DSB; HBTM; HRCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 146 x 28. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230552036
- ISBN
- 9780230552036
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 163.25
€ 163.25
Hardcover. This volume concentrates on the 'conceptual boundary' through Europe which is determined by Western and Eastern Christianity. The chapters show that the boundary has never been a stable and defined division, but that it was also subject to change and development and a place of encounter and exchange between religions and cultures. Editor(s): Bremer, Thomas. Series: Studies in Central and Eastern Europe. Num Pages: 253 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DF; 1DV; HBJD; HRCC2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 146 x 227 x 19. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230550766
- ISBN
- 9780230550766
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.51
€ 67.51
Hardcover. Bringing together new research, this book advances current theoretical understandings of punishment and control in society. It provides a critical analysis of institutions, punishment and the law, and explores the delivery of punishment and experience of incarceration in Western societies from the early-nineteenth century. Editor(s): Johnston, Helen. Num Pages: 281 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; HBT; JKVP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230549333
- ISBN
- 9780230549333
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.64
€ 67.64
Hardcover. Ten leading commentators explore the interfaces between art and aesthetics in dialogue with a philosophical text (Theodor Adorno's draft introduction to Aesthetic Theory), a piece of literary writing (Franz Kafka's A Report to an Academy), and a major contemporary painting (Gerhard Richter's Betty, 1988). Editor(s): Regier, Alexander; De Bolla, Peter; Uhlig, Stefan H. Series: Language, Discourse, Society. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: ABA; DSA; HPN; JFC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 147 x 20. Weight in Grams: 432.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230549197
- ISBN
- 9780230549197
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.55
€ 67.55
Hardcover. This collection asks new questions about the household, examining the kinds of positive and negative emotional scope available to household members drawn together by shared economic, social and biological needs rather than by blood ties. Editor(s): Broomhall, Susan. Num Pages: 299 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBTB; JHBK; JMRP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 170 x 21. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230543119
- ISBN
- 9780230543119
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.27
€ 129.27
Hardcover. This volume extends the 'British Isles' approach pioneered by Robin Frame and Rees Davies to the later middle ages. Through examination of issues such as frontier formation, colonial identities and connections with the wider world it explores whether this period saw the bonds between the British Isles weaken, strengthen, or simply alter. Editor(s): Smith, Brendan. Num Pages: 253 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 3JB; HBJD1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 218 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230542891
- ISBN
- 9780230542891
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.87
€ 128.87
Hardcover. Tracing sexual violence in Europe's twentieth century from the Armenian genocide to Auschwitz and Algeria to Bosnia, this pathbreaking volume expands military history to include the realm of sexuality. Examining both stories of consensual romance and of intimate brutality, it also contributes significant new insights to the history of sexuality. Editor(s): Herzog, Dagmar. Series: Genders and Sexualities in History. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJ; HBJD; HBLW; HBTB; JFFE2; JHBK5. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 535.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230542532
- ISBN
- 9780230542532
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.23
€ 129.23
Hardcover. This book offers a detailed examination of the living arrangements and material circumstances of the poor betweeen 1650 and 1850. Chapters investigate poor households in urban, rural and metropolitan contexts, and contribute to wider investigations into British economic and social conditions in the long Eighteenth century. Editor(s): McEwan, Joanne; Sharpe, Pamela. Num Pages: 308 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JD; 3JF; 3JH; HBJD1; HBLH; HBLL; HBTB; JFFA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 226 x 144 x 20. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230542426
- ISBN
- 9780230542426
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.99
€ 67.99
Paperback. This book contains work by the best scholars working in Applied Ethics, including a range of studies on relevant topics such as the environment, human enhancement, war and poverty. For researchers and students of this fascinating area of the discipline, the text provides a unique snapshot of current cutting-edge work in the field and its future. Editor(s): Ryberg, Jesper; Petersen, Thomas S.; Wolf, Clark. Series: New Waves in Philosophy. Num Pages: 296 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537842
- ISBN
- 9780230537842
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.45
€ 128.45
Hardcover. This book contains work by the best scholars working in Applied Ethics, including a range of studies on relevant topics such as the environment, human enhancement, war and poverty. For researchers and students of this fascinating area of the discipline, the text provides a unique snapshot of current cutting-edge work in the field and its future. Editor(s): Ryberg, Jesper; Petersen, Thomas S.; Wolf, Clark. Series: New Waves in Philosophy. Num Pages: 296 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 137 x 21. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537835
- ISBN
- 9780230537835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.41
€ 129.41
Hardcover. A Tale of Two Cities has always been one of Dickens's most popular texts. Using a variety of disciplinary approaches, this new collection of essays examines the origins of Dickens vision of the French Revolution, the literary power of the text itself, and its enduring place in British culture through stage and screen adaptations. Editor(s): Jones, Colin; McDonagh, Josephine; Mee, Jon. Series: Palgrave Studies in Nineteenth-Century Writing and Culture. Num Pages: 223 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBF; DSK; HBTV2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537781
- ISBN
- 9780230537781
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.27
€ 67.27
Hardcover. The emerging shape of the post Cold War world provides evidence that rather than diminishing, the profound intersection of political ideology and religious forms of belief is an ever more potent force in world affairs. This volume offers both theoretic underpinnings, and a comparative analysis that elucidates this potent and dangerous phenomenon. Editor(s): Griffin, Roger; Mallett, Robert; Tortorice, John. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HRAM2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 136 x 207 x 22. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537743
- ISBN
- 9780230537743
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.91
€ 67.91
Hardcover. A fascinating collection of essays by renowned and emerging scholars exploring how everyday matters from farting to friendship reveal extraordinary aspects of early modern life, while seemingly exceptional acts and beliefs -- such as those of ghosts, prophecies, and cannibalism -- illuminate something of the routine experience of ordinary people. Editor(s): McShane, Angela; Walker, Garthine. Num Pages: 265 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; HBLH; HBTB. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 226 x 148 x 19. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537248
- ISBN
- 9780230537248
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.63
€ 67.63
Hardcover. Exploring aspects of Irish medical history, from the nature and proposed remedies for various illnesses in eighteenth century Ireland, to the treatment of influenza in twentieth-century Ireland, this book shows how the cultures of medical care evolved over three centuries. Editor(s): Luddy, Maria; Cox, Catherine. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 3JF; 3JH; 3JJ; HBTB; MBX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 199 x 144 x 22. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230535862
- ISBN
- 9780230535862
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.67
€ 67.67
Hardcover. A collection of essays by leading philosophers on the work of John Cottingham, focussing on his work in moral philosophy, discussing themes from his contributions to the debate on partiality and impartiality, the role of the emotions in the good life and the meaning of the worthwhile life. Including a 'replies' chapter by John Cottingham. Editor(s): Athanassoulis, Nafsika; Vice, Samantha. Num Pages: 287 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPQ; HRAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 146 x 222 x 21. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230527560
- ISBN
- 9780230527560
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.81
€ 67.81
Hardcover. This volume sets up a dialogue between the 'historical' and the 'contemporary' Tocqueville. How does a contextualization of Tocqueville, or a focus on his embeddedness in nineteenth-century political culture, add to our understanding of his political thought? How has the use of his writings in political debate influenced the reception of his work? Editor(s): Geenens, Raf; Dijn, Annelien de. Num Pages: 200 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DDF; HPCF; HPS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 137 x 16. Weight in Grams: 362.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230527461
- ISBN
- 9780230527461
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.97
€ 66.97