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Hardcover. Christianity changed the culture and society of Iceland, as it also did in other parts of Northern Europe during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. One of the important areas of change involved the introduction of new rules on the legal requirements for marriage. This book explores the very gradual Christianisation of marriage in Iceland. Num Pages: 533 pages, colour illus. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBLC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 182 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 533
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779345133
- ISBN
- 9788779345133
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 39.89
€ 39.89
Paperback. Questions how we analyse works of art after the performative turn and shows how the interplay of performativity (textual action), space and topography, and the converging of genres and art forms is essential in modern drama, theatre, prose fiction, poetry and film. This book fosters a concern for the development of congenial theory. Num Pages: 439 pages. BIC Classification: ABA; HPN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 142 x 27. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 439
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779344600
- ISBN
- 9788779344600
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.39
€ 43.39
Paperback. Political and economic developments after the implosion of the Sovjet Union have not been easy, nor have outcomes been similar. This book traces the trajectories of political development in post-communist countries through cases from within the post-communist region that exhibit maximum variation in terms of both background variables and outcome. Editor(s): Johannsen, Lars; Pedersen, Karin Hilmer. Num Pages: 170 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 1DVU; GTB; HBJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779344341
- ISBN
- 9788779344341
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 12.08
€ 12.08
Hardcover. The relationship between religion, politics, and law represents, one of the most important issues in contemporary discussions on the world's future. This volume presents an analysis of democracy, politics, and law, drawing upon the works of John Rawls, Jfirgen Haberman, Max Horkheimer, Michel Foucault and Theodor W Adorno. Num Pages: 186 pages, tables. BIC Classification: HRAM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 253 x 168 x 18. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 186
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779344259
- ISBN
- 9788779344259
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 17.23
€ 17.23
Hardcover. Abraham's intention to sacrifice his son on God's command symbolises the violent potential of authoritarian religion. This work surveys the interpretive history of "Genesis 22", focusing on Kierkegaard's ingenious attempt to save Abraham and his unquestioning faith. Num Pages: 258 pages. BIC Classification: HRCG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 165 x 21. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779344129
- ISBN
- 9788779344129
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 15.75
€ 15.75
Hardcover. An English translation of a work on Syrian Church of the 4th and 5th centuries. Num Pages: 256 pages, tables. BIC Classification: HRAX; HRCC2; HRCG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 176 x 22. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779343900
- ISBN
- 9788779343900
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.90
€ 32.90
Paperback. Presents lectures given by professors of archaeology Helle Vandkilde, Claus von Carnap-Bornheim and James Graham-Campbell. This book includes Vandkilde's lecture on 'Archaeology, Anthropology and Globalisation' that touches upon her future project in Papua New Guinea combining archaeology and social anthropology. Editor(s): Vandkilde, Helle. Num Pages: 56 pages, illus. BIC Classification: HD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 5. Weight in Grams: 114.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 56
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779343740
- ISBN
- 9788779343740
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.04
€ 22.04
Hardcover. Since 1970, the Bahrain National Museum has excavated thousands of graves from the so-called Tylos period. This volume presents c 300 glass vessels from East Roman and Mesopotamian workshops, and c 1800 pottery vessels of local produce. Num Pages: 262 pages, tables & b/w photos. BIC Classification: HDD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 304 x 217 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1302.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779343733
- ISBN
- 9788779343733
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 21.44
€ 21.44
Hardcover. In 1777, the Danish astronomer Thomas Bugge (1740-1815) was appointed professor of mathematics and astronomy at the University of Copenhagen. He travelled through Germany to Holland and England to learn more about the state of astronomy and instrument-making. During his tour he kept a journal. This title presents Bugge's travel journal. Editor(s): Moller Pedersen, Kurt; de Clercq, Peter. Num Pages: 220 pages, colour photos & illus. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 269 x 217 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1126.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779343115
- ISBN
- 9788779343115
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.62
€ 23.62
Hardcover. Presents a range of artefacts of the excavations of the Viking town of Kaupang of 2000-2003, along with a discussion of the town's inhabitants: their origins, activities and trading connections. This title describes and dates the artefacts and discusses their areas of origin. Num Pages: 483 pages, colour illus. BIC Classification: 1DN; HBJD; HDD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 301 x 217 x 41. Weight in Grams: 2298.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 483
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779343092
- ISBN
- 9788779343092
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.66
€ 94.66
Paperback. Research on globalisation is a political priority because the world has become a 'single place' where local events may have world-wide political and military consequences. This book argues that studying new religions in a globalisation perspective offers methodological advantages for the study of religion and the general study of globalisation. Editor(s): Geertz, Armin W.; Warburg, Margit. Num Pages: 277 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: HR; JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 150 x 20. Weight in Grams: 480.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 277
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779342941
- ISBN
- 9788779342941
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.49
€ 32.49
Hardcover. The final publication of an archive with Cretan hieroglyphs found in Petras, Siteia. The archive consists of written documents, and includes a collection of seals. Num Pages: 272 pages, b/w photos & illus. BIC Classification: 1DVGSC; HDDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 284 x 219 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1238.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779342934
- ISBN
- 9788779342934
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.93
€ 32.93
Hardcover. Features various finds from the Minoan Palace periods discovered in major and minor excavations in the central, eastern and northern Aegean. This title discusses finds such as pottery, other small finds, administrative written and sealed documents, and architecture seen in relation to questions like trade, 'minoanising' and colonization. Editor(s): Hallager, Erik; Macdonald, C.F.; Niemeier, W-D. Num Pages: 280 pages, b/w photos & illus. BIC Classification: HDDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 281 x 218 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1272.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779342927
- ISBN
- 9788779342927
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 43.62
€ 43.62
Hardcover. Offers an account of Medieval Archaeology across the Europe. This title enables readers to track the development of different cultures and regions over the 800 years that formed the Europe. Editor(s): Carver, Martin; Klapste, Jan. Num Pages: 550 pages, illus. BIC Classification: HDDM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 186 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1632.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 550
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779342897
- ISBN
- 9788779342897
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.81
€ 91.81
Hardcover. Based on an international conference on landscape archaeology, this volume includes 15 contributions from participants from six different countries, who analyse the territories of the main ancient cities of the west, north and south coasts of the Black Sea region, discussing them also in a comparative, Mediterranean perspective. Editor(s): Bilde, Pia Guldager; Stolba, Vladimir. Num Pages: 346 pages, b/w photos & maps. BIC Classification: HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 180 x 25. Weight in Grams: 974.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779342385
- ISBN
- 9788779342385
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.59
€ 33.59
Paperback. It has been said that democratic populism is Scandinavia's gift to modern world. But the critical role that sports has played in development of this particular form of society has gone unremarked. This book analyses how the growth of physical culture in the region has both reflected and contributed to the parallel rise of Scandinavian nationalism. Editor(s): Nielsen, Niels Kayser. Num Pages: 180 pages, illus. BIC Classification: HBTB; WS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 180
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341777
- ISBN
- 9788779341777
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.27
€ 23.27
Hardcover. Presents the research on Denmark's urban development during the Age of Absolutism, 1660-1848. This book features articles that provide an overview of urbanisation in both the Kingdom of Denmark and the Duchy of Schleswig, while other articles focus on the economic, social and cultural urban functions. Editor(s): Bitsch, Soren. Num Pages: 509 pages, tables & maps. BIC Classification: 1DND; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 181 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 509
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341524
- ISBN
- 9788779341524
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 21.51
€ 21.51
Hardcover. Deriving from the first international conference of the Danish National Research Foundation's Centre for Black Sea Studies, this volume reviews and discusses the elements on which the chronology used in Black Sea archaeology and history in the period c 400-100 BC is built up. It also includes amphora and amphora stamp chronologies. Editor(s): Stolba, Vladimir; Hannestad, Lise. Num Pages: 360 pages, illus. BIC Classification: 1QSK; HBG; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 177 x 246 x 26. Weight in Grams: 962.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341326
- ISBN
- 9788779341326
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.49
€ 45.49
Hardcover. Amphorae helps to further our understanding of Roman trade. Yet if amphora studies remain somewhat in the realm of epigraphy, they have also seen a great deal of activity. This volume presents more than 40 contributions, primarily in English, describing researches and indicating which avenues of future investigation can likely prove most fruitful. Editor(s): Eiring, Jonas; Lund, John. Num Pages: 300 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBG; HBJD; HBLA; HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 212 x 36. Weight in Grams: 2298.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341180
- ISBN
- 9788779341180
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 76.16
€ 76.16
Hardcover. War is a ghastly thing, which unfortunately thrives almost everywhere in the world. This book deals with the interrelationship between society and war seen through the analytical eyes of anthropologists and archaeologists. It includes twenty-eight studies. Editor(s): Otto, Ton; Thrane, Henrik; Vandkilde, Helle. Num Pages: 557 pages, illus. BIC Classification: HDDA; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 302 x 220 x 37. Weight in Grams: 2046.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 557
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341104
- ISBN
- 9788779341104
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 97.13
€ 97.13