Interdisciplinary studies
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Interdisciplinary studies
Paperback. Explores the circulation of Hong Kong action cinema in Japan, Korea, India, Australia, France, and the United States, and its links with Taiwan, Singapore, and the Chinese mainland. This collection examines diverse cultural contexts for action cinema's popularity and the problems involved in the trans-national study of globally popular forms. Editor(s): Morris, Meaghan; Li, Siu Leung; Chan, Stephen Ching-Kiu. Num Pages: 360 pages. BIC Classification: 1F; APFA; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 151 x 22. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781932643015
- ISBN
- 9781932643015
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.34
€ 31.99
€ 28.34
Hardcover. Num Pages: 200 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: 1FPCH; GTB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 261 x 186 x 19. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594546006
- ISBN
- 9781594546006
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.51€ 126.41
€ 184.51
€ 126.41
Paperback. Filipino Americans, who experience life in the United States as immigrants, colonized nationals, and racial minorities, are one of our largest immigrant groups. This title investigates how Filipino women and men are transformed through the experience of migration, and how they in turn remake the social world around them. Num Pages: 282 pages, 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1FMP; 1KBB; GTB; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 400. Filipino American Lives across Cultures, Communities, and Countries. 282 pages, 3 tables. Filipino Americans, who experience life in the United States as immigrants, colonized nationals, and racial minorities, are one of our largest immigrant groups. This title investigates how Filipino women and men are transformed through the experience of migration, and how they in turn remake the social world around them. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1FMP; 1KBB; GTB; JFSL. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 18. Weight: 400.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Number of pages
- 282
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520235274
- ISBN
- 9780520235274
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 29.42
€ 40.99
€ 29.42
Paperback. Examines the political nature of culture and specifically literature. This title challenges the way the West has appropriated Africa with a particular emphasis on how 'imperialist' literature has been used to justify its dispossession and degradation. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; 2AB; BGA; DSBH; DSK; GTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 10. Weight in Grams: 128. 128 pages. This work is an extended exploration of the European impact on African culture, viewed through the most vivid experience available to the author - his own life. It is an extended snapshot of a major writer's childhood, illuminating his roots as an artist. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1H; 2AB; BGA; DSBH; DSK; GTB. Dimension: 199 x 129 x 10. Weight: 126.
- Publisher
- Canongate Books
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841953854
- ISBN
- 9781841953854
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.78
€ 13.99
€ 10.78
Paperback. Series: Commerce & Mass Culture S. Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF; GTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition
- SKU
- V9780816637331
- ISBN
- 9780816637331
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.52
€ 26.52
Hardback. Series: Commerce & Mass Culture S. Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF; GTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 148 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition
- SKU
- V9780816637324
- ISBN
- 9780816637324
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 76.95
€ 76.95
Hardback. Analyzes texts and art objects from the 15th to the late 16th centuries to show that Renaissance theories of emulating classical heroes generated a deep skepticism about representation, as these theories forced men to construct a public image that seemed fixed but could adapt to changing circumstances. Num Pages: 372 pages, 24 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DST; ACND; DSBD; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 147 x 25. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Fordham University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780823251742
- ISBN
- 9780823251742
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 96.62
€ 96.62
Paperback. Presents a comprehensive collection of research on Hmong culture and life in Asia. Editor(s): Tapp, Nicholas; Michaud, Jean; Culas, Christian; Lee, Gary Yia. Num Pages: 520 pages, Illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1F; GTB; JHMC; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 229 x 32. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP Thailand
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9789749575017
- ISBN
- 9789749575017
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 38.22
€ 43.99
€ 38.22
Paperback. Num Pages: 200 pages, 4. BIC Classification: 1HFDE; GTF; JFFH2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816692439
- ISBN
- 9780816692439
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.41
€ 26.99
€ 25.41
Paperback. Examines three films concerned with the issues of developing globalization and the defence of local identity and culture. This book explores the visuality of these films, taking account of the film makers' reliance on the metaphoric image in skirting Chinese film censorship. It includes a DVD, containing key scenes from each film. Num Pages: 160 pages, DVD. BIC Classification: 1FPC; APFA; GTB; JFC; JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 216 x 10. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press Washington
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Pap/DVD
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KEX0227960
- ISBN
- 9780295984179
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Hardback. Leading historians and policy advisors explore the implications of incorporating historical sensibilities into key development policy issues. Editor(s): Bayly, C. A.; Rao, Vijayendra; Szreter, Simon; Woolcock, Michael. Num Pages: 288 pages, Tables, black & white|Illustrations, black & white. BIC Classification: GTF; HBA. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 162 x 236 x 29. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Manchester University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780719085765
- ISBN
- 9780719085765
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 159.25
€ 159.25
Paperback. Presents the history of the northern Thai culture and kingdom of Lan Na. This book chronicles the era of the city-states before the rule of Phaya Mangrai, the rise and decline of the Lan Na kingdom, the Burmese rule, the submission to Siamese authority, the impact of Western imperialism, and Lan Na's integration with the rest of the country. Translator(s): Tanratanakul, Chitraporn. Num Pages: 342 pages, 120 illus. BIC Classification: 1F; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5830 x 3895 x 25. Weight in Grams: 427.
- Publisher
- Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP Thailand
- Number of pages
- 342
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789749575840
- ISBN
- 9789749575840
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 34.32
€ 37.99
€ 34.32
Paperback. Num Pages: 32 pages, colour illus. BIC Classification: 1FBH; 1FBN; GTB; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 208 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 170.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Tapir Academic Press Norway
- Number of pages
- 32
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788251916929
- ISBN
- 9788251916929
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.64
€ 33.99
€ 24.64
Paperback. Presents the attacks on the United States in historical perspective. This volume comments on the dangers of seeing the events of September 11 as splitting the nation's history into "before" and "after." It argues eloquently that no useful understanding of the present is possible without an unobstructed view of the past. Editor(s): Rosenzweig, Roy. Series: Critical Perspectives on the Past Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 19 b&w illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JM; GTB; HBJK; HBLX; JFSR2; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 19. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781592132034
- ISBN
- 9781592132034
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.75
€ 31.99
€ 28.75
Paperback. Analyzes how, in the midst of the momentous shift to an inclusive democracy, South Africa's visual and material culture represented the past while at the same time contributing to the process of social transformation. This book explores the dilemmas posed by a range of visual and material culture including key South African heritage sites. Num Pages: 384 pages, 117 photos, incl. 11 in color. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; 3JJP; AC; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 228 x 26. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822330721
- ISBN
- 9780822330721
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 42.12
€ 46.99
€ 42.12
Histories and Stories from Chiapas: Border Identities in Southern Mexi...
R. Aída Hernández Castillo
Paperback. Analyses how Chiapas' indigenous peoples have rejected, accepted, or negotiated the official discourse on 'being Mexican' and participating in the construction of a Mexican national identity. This book traces the relations between the Mam and the national government from 1934 to the Zapatista rebellion. Num Pages: 320 pages, 17 b&w photographs, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; GTB; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of Texas Press
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780292731493
- ISBN
- 9780292731493
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.86
€ 32.99
€ 29.86
Hardback. Details London's growth from its foundations in Roman times to one of the world's pre-eminent financial, commercial and cultural capitals. Entries cover general themes such as immigration and health care, as well as specific topics like historic buildings, financial institutions, and transport. Series: Historical Dictionaries of Cities, States, and Regions. Num Pages: 688 pages, 12 illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; GBC; GTB; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 145 x 40. Weight in Grams: 835.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 688
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840157
- ISBN
- 9780810840157
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 217.51
€ 217.51
Hardback. A compilation of information on Liberia. It focuses on the founders and this edition also looks at the various social and ethnic groups, the political parties, labour movements, and natural resources of the country. There is also a chronology of Liberia and a listing of further reading. Series: Historical Dictionaries of Africa. Num Pages: 480 pages, 5 maps, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1HFDL; GBCT; GTB; HBJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 218 x 40. Weight in Grams: 832.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810838765
- ISBN
- 9780810838765
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.00
€ 185.00
Historical Dictionary of International Organizations in Sub-Saharan Af...
Mays, Terry M.; Delancey, Mark; Delancey, Mar...
This second edition analyzes the network of international organizations in Africa, both governmental and non-governmental, profiling their role, impact, and significance in African affairs. Series: Historical Dictionaries of International Organizations Series. Num Pages: 408 pages, bibliography, footnotes, chronology. BIC Classification: 1HF; GTB; GTN; JPSN; JPWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 148 x 27. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810842571
- ISBN
- 9780810842571
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 308.29
€ 308.29
Hardback. A dictionary of people, places, events and facts about Djibouti. This is not a history book but a reading grid for historical items that have shaped and are still shaping this young country. This is a tool for understanding the landmarks that comprise Djibouti's historical identity. Series: Historical Dictionaries of Africa. Num Pages: 200 pages, 1 map, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1HFGD; GTB; HBJH; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 17. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810838734
- ISBN
- 9780810838734
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.63
€ 162.63