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The Growing Gap Between Emerging Technologies and Legal-Ethical Oversi...
. Ed(S): Marchant, Gary E.; Allenby, Braden R...
paperback. This book examines the growing gap between the pace of science and technology and the lagging response of legal and ethical oversight that society relies on to govern emerging technologies. Offers potential paths to more responsive regulation and governance. Editor(s): Marchant, Gary E.; Allenby, Braden R.; Herkert, Joseph R. Series: The International Library of Ethics, Law and Technology. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFMG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 351.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736191
- ISBN
- 9789400736191
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Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. This book discusses the impetus-based physics of the Jesuit natural philosopher and mathematician Honore Fabri (1608-1688), and shows how Fabri, contrary to popular conception, reinterpreted medieval concepts to adapt to emerging concepts of modern science. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 292 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPCD; PDX; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 413.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736221
- ISBN
- 9789400736221
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. Reasoning about Preference Dynamics explores what it takes for logical systems to deal with information dynamics and preference change in an integrated way. The text covers all aspects of reasoning and agency, while providing a framework accessible to readers from various fields. Series: Synthese Library. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736306
- ISBN
- 9789400736306
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. One of the first publications to synthesize reproductive ethics and post-structuralist philosophy, this monograph offers insightful discussion of key issues in reproductive ethics such as liberal eugenics, human enhancement and disability discrimination. Series: International Library of Ethics, Law, and the New Medicine. Num Pages: 144 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFMG; MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 215.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736337
- ISBN
- 9789400736337
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€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. This critical analysis of all the classic logical paradoxes, both ancient and modern, systematically surveys different approaches, introduces original solutions to many prominent paradoxes, and assesses the role played by paradoxes in philosophy and ontology. Translator(s): Gensler, Marek. Series: Trends in Logic. Num Pages: 196 pages, 43 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPJ; HPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 294.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 196
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736382
- ISBN
- 9789400736382
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
History of Machines for Heritage and Engineering Development
. Ed(S): Portilla, J. M. de La; Ceccarelli, M...
Paperback. This selection of papers illustrates progress and development in science and technology from the point of view of our collective cultural heritage from the Renaissance onwards. Its contributions by leading world experts reflect a stimulating collaboration. Editor(s): Portilla, J. M. de la; Ceccarelli, Marco. Series: History of Mechanism and Machine Science. Num Pages: 218 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; HB; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 327.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736405
- ISBN
- 9789400736405
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Condition: New
€ 66.97
€ 66.97
Paperback. This fresh assessment of Waismann's contribution to philosophy sheds light on his independent contributions to the field, separate from his role as spokesman for Ludwig Wittgenstein. It collates a good deal of material that, previously, had been scattered. Editor(s): McGuinness, B. F. Series: Vienna Circle Institute Yearbook. Num Pages: 372 pages, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 522.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736429
- ISBN
- 9789400736429
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Condition: New
€ 194.84
€ 194.84
Paperback. Rational thought, according to Levinas, can make the world lucid and controllable. This book emphasizes the value of Levinas' philosophy in the field of Business Ethics. It aims to connect to people's concerns about the roots of the financial crisis. Translator(s): Bevan, David. Series: Issues in Business Ethics. Num Pages: 212 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 307.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736436
- ISBN
- 9789400736436
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. This combination of post-colonial theory, feminism and pedagogy analyzes the way colonial powers have represented native women in education, and advocates the use of subversive feminist representations of women that recast our understanding of 'difference'. Series: Critical Studies of Education. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBTR; JFSJ1; JNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 348.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736528
- ISBN
- 9789400736528
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. Drawing on data from the Reuters Corpus, this book presents a constitutive approach to controversy based on a discourse analysis of news texts. The book focuses on the role of journalists as participants who shape public controversy for readers. Series: Argumentation Library. Num Pages: 212 pages, 12 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: CFGR; HPL; JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 305.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736559
- ISBN
- 9789400736559
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. This book explores the theoretical basis of an individual's ethical obligations to others as self-knowing beings. It identifies a class of interpretive moral wrongs and shows how an individual's obligations in respect of these wrongs can be understood. Series: Library of Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736580
- ISBN
- 9789400736580
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Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. This book offers novel arguments and explores new territory on abortion. It brings together analytical philosophers, public policy persons and scientists to provide a comprehensive and rigorous analysis of contemporary pro-choice arguments. Editor(s): Napier, Stephen. Series: Philosophy and Medicine. Num Pages: 286 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFMA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736597
- ISBN
- 9789400736597
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Condition: New
€ 127.81
€ 127.81
Paperback. Series: Philosophy of Engineering and Technology. Num Pages: 160 pages, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736689
- ISBN
- 9789400736689
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Condition: New
€ 194.08
€ 194.08
Paperback. In recent decades, legal theory has focused almost completely on norms, rules and arguments as the constitutive elements of law. This is the only recent book on the market with legal concepts as its central theme, and it aims to initiate a debate on the topic. Editor(s): Hage, Jaap; Pfordten, Dietmar Von Der. Series: Law and Philosophy Library. Num Pages: 129 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GBC; HPM; LA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 237.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 129
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736740
- ISBN
- 9789400736740
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Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. This is the first in-depth study of the Malay martial art, silat, and the first ethnographic account of the Haqqani Islamic Sufi Order. Drawing on 12 years of research and practice, the author provides a major contribution to the study of Malay culture. Series: Muslims in Global Societies Series. Num Pages: 331 pages, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: AS; GTB; HPCF3; HRA; JHB; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 510.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 331
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736887
- ISBN
- 9789400736887
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Condition: New
€ 282.88
€ 282.88
Paperback. This book describes Emilie du Chatelet known as "Emilia Newtonmania", and her innovative and outstanding position within the controversy between Newton and Leibniz, one of the fundamental scientific discourses of her time. Editor(s): Hagengruber, Ruth. Series: International Archives of the History of Ideas / Archives Internationales d'Histoire des Idees. Num Pages: 272 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPC; JHMC; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 421.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- annotated ed
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736931
- ISBN
- 9789400736931
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Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. This book problematizes the concept of religious freedom along legal, constitutional, ethical and theological lines, and especially from the perspective of religious studies, seeking a contemporary understanding that promotes human flourishing. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRA; HRAB; JPA; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 389.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400736986
- ISBN
- 9789400736986
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Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. This book shows how phenomenology of the social sciences differs from positivistic approaches. Includes Schutz's theory of relevances, his critique of T.S. Eliot's theory of culture, and an ethnographic description of the diary of his first visit to the U.S. Editor(s): Embree, Lester. Series: Phaenomenologica. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF3; JHBA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 445.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737013
- ISBN
- 9789400737013
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Condition: New
€ 249.64
€ 249.64
Paperback / so. Series: Library of Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Num Pages: 186 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JMS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Number of pages
- 186
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737020
- ISBN
- 9789400737020
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback / so. Series: Library of Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Num Pages: 158 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: GBC; HPQ; HPS; JP; LA; LNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 245.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Number of pages
- 158
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400737143
- ISBN
- 9789400737143
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78