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Paperback. Exploring the first-person narratives of three figures from the Christian, Jewish, and Islamic mystical traditions - St Teresa of Avila, Rabbi Dov Baer, and Ruzbihan Baqli, this title provides a phenomenology of mysticism based in the Abrahamic religious traditions. Series: Indiana Series in the Philosophy of Religion. Num Pages: 328 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF3; HRAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 464.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253221810
ISBN
9780253221810
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.59

Paperback. The Christian Belief for Everyone series comprises five guides to the basic ideas of the Christian faith. Full of stories and helpful illustrations, these guides have been written primarily for ordinary churchgoers, though they will no doubt also appeal to interested readers outside the church. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HRCS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 191 x 10. Weight in Grams: 148.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
SPCK Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780281068357
ISBN
9780281068357
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.43

Paperback. To mark the centenary of its foundation, the British Security Service, MI5, has opened its archives to an independent historian. This book reveals the precise role of the Service in twentieth-century British history, since its foundation by Captain Kell of the British Army in October 1909 to root out 'the spies of the Kaiser'. Num Pages: 1072 pages, Illustrations, col. map, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBT; JPSH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 52. Weight in Grams: 784.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
SKU
9780141023304
ISBN
9780141023304
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 16.68

Paperback. A history of Latin America that tells its turbulent story from Columbus to Chavez. Beginning with the Spanish and Portugese conquests of the New World, it takes in centuries of upheaval, revolution and modernization up to the present day, looking at Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Chile and Cuba, and gives an overview of the cultural developments. Num Pages: 720 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1KL; HBJK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 34. Weight in Grams: 498.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
9780141034751
ISBN
9780141034751
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.00

Paperback. Presents a carefully researched analysis of the Democratic Kampuchea regime of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge (1975-79) and the early years of the People's Republic of Kampuchea (1979-89). This book presents a fresh interpretation based on the earliest primary sources - interviews with the Khmer people themselves. BIC Classification: 1FMC; HBJF; HBLW3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 213 x 147 x 24. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9789747100815
ISBN
9789747100815
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.37

Paperback. Featuring with fifty-two images created from 1982 to 2009, this title focuses on Olivo Barbieri's entire oeuvre, revealing the multifaceted contours of an unusual Italy. Editor(s): Zannier, Sabrina. Num Pages: 136 pages, 55 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DST; AGB; HBJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 241 x 14. Weight in Grams: 902.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Skira Italy
Edition
Bilingual
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9788857207315
ISBN
9788857207315
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.79

Paperback. A hanukkiah is a candelabrum with eight branches and the shamash, the servant light, which must never be the same as the others, but always placed higher or lower, or in an otherwise misaligned position. This title deals with the Casale Monferrato's Jewish Community. Num Pages: 176 pages, 130 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: HRJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 317 x 223 x 14. Weight in Grams: 886.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Skira
Edition
Bilingual
Condition
New
SKU
V9788857205939
ISBN
9788857205939
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.59

Paperback. Editor(s): Salemink, Oscar. Num Pages: 2 illus., 1 map. BIC Classification: 1FM; HBJF; JHB; JHMC; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 144 x 16. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP
Condition
New
SKU
V9786162151187
ISBN
9786162151187
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.86

Hardcover. Including specially commissioned photography, this book offers a fresh look at every aspect of St John's through its first 100 years including its history, buildings and gardens, its special traditions and unique atmosphere, and its people past and present as well as their myriad of activities. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: HBTB; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 257 x 18. Weight in Grams: 786.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Third Millennium Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903942864
ISBN
9781903942864
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 30.39

Paperback. To avoid abusive practice in social care, professionals need to examine the body of values, rules and methods which guide their work, and move towards a more sophisticated participatory approach to social responsibility. The book contains background material, a review of current research and case studies, and lays guidelines for future policy. Editor(s): Littlechild, Brian; Payne, Helen; Pritchard, Jacki. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JKSN; LAT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 362.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853027437
ISBN
9781853027437
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.02

Paperback. This comprehensive study explores the region's 'forgotten' narratives, myths and traditions. Drawing on stories from Ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Anatolia, Syria-Palestine and Persia, Wasilewska shows how these narratives of creation, destruction and rebirth reach to the very roots of the Biblical and Quranic Genesis. Num Pages: 224 pages, bibliography, chronological charts, maps, index. BIC Classification: 1FB; HRLB; JFC; JFHF; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853026812
ISBN
9781853026812
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.38

Paperback. A frank, salacious and often shocking portrait of an institution Num Pages: 448 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; HBTB; JHBK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 201 x 129 x 26. Weight in Grams: 314.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Murray Press
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848544017
ISBN
9781848544017
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.85

Paperback. Matt Edmonds makes a vital critique of contemporary efforts to remove 'disability' from the world around us. Surveying the logic and language of both secular and religious health movements, he highlights the misplaced generalisations and dubious values that cumulatively serve to undermine individual inclusion and well-being on a day-to-day basis. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: HRCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 15. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109983
ISBN
9781843109983
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.25

Paperback. A Child Sees God explores how we can all learn from a child's perspective of the world and shows how a child's eye view of the Bible reveals many ideas about ethics and morality, and provides new ways of understanding these ancient stories. This fresh look at the Bible will be a fascinating read for parents, teachers, and ministers. Num Pages: 176 pages, 8 children's line drawings. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRLM; HRLP5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 174 x 12. Weight in Grams: 312.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109723
ISBN
9781843109723
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.17

Paperback. Faith and Fertility is a comprehensive collection of essays by academics and faith leaders. The reader is introduced to the cultural and religious understanding of fertility as it is practised among diverse international faith traditions. Each chapter is written in an accessible style, outlining each faith's history, core beliefs and values. Editor(s): Blyth, Eric; Landau, Ruth. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HRAM1; MFKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 16. Weight in Grams: 378.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843105350
ISBN
9781843105350
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.49

Paperback. This comprehensive and much-needed resource is for professionals and students in social care, who are required to engage with the spiritual dimension of their therapeutic work with clients. The authors, show how they have developed ways of applying their own and their clients' spirituality in their practice. Num Pages: 256 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: HRLK; JKS; MQCW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100249
ISBN
9781843100249
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.02

Hardback. Num Pages: 352 pages, B/W art throughout. BIC Classification: 1FKA; HBJF; RNC; RNK; RNR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 244 x 34. Weight in Grams: 582.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
PublicAffairs,U.S.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781610395304
ISBN
9781610395304
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 23.70

Paperback. From the bestselling author of The Trillion Dollar Meltdown and The Tycoons comes the fascinating, panoramic story of the rise of American industry between the War of 1812 and the Civil War Num Pages: 384 pages, b/w photos and art throughout. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; KCZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 442.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
PublicAffairs,U.S.
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781610393577
ISBN
9781610393577
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.01

Paperback. The definitive biography of the legendary conservative Senator from South Carolina, with new revelations about his life and career. Num Pages: 440 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFS; BGH; HBJK; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 674.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Perseus Books Group United States
Edition
Revised
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9781586483920
ISBN
9781586483920
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.01

Paperback. Now in paperback: the extraordinary portrait of post-war Vietnam told by a journalist who covered the war and returned thirty years later to cover the peace Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1F; HBJF; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 17. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
PublicAffairs
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9781586481834
ISBN
9781586481834
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.21

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