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North Africa

Hardcover. Since it gained independance in 1956, Sudan has spent much of the following period embroiled in bitter civil war. This book provides a thorough chronicle of events in Sudan since Independance, drawing on first-hand interviews. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBS; 3JJP; HBJH; HBLW3; HBTQ; HBTR; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 145 x 224 x 21. Weight in Grams: 484.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333801475
ISBN
9780333801475
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.97

Hardcover. This volume, bringing together leading experts in the field, focuses on the role of the French army in the Algerian War. It shows that the war was just as much about conflicts of ideas, beliefs and loyalties as it was about simple military operations. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBA; 3JJPG; HBJD; HBJH; HBLW3; JWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 480.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333774564
ISBN
9780333774564
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.15

hardcover. Based on recently declassified documents in Britain and the USA, this is the first detailed account of Britain's East of Suez decision, which was taken by the Harold Wilson government in 1967-68. Series: Cold War History. Num Pages: 309 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1DB; 1F; 1HBES; 1QDB; 3JJP; HBJD1; HBJF; HBLW3; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 145 x 225 x 23. Weight in Grams: 512.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
309
Condition
New
Edition
2002nd Edition
SKU
V9780333732366
ISBN
9780333732366
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.33

Hardback. This is a study that digs deeply into this "other" slavery, the bondage of Europeans by north African Muslims that flourished during the same centuries as the heyday of the transatlantic trade from sub-Saharan Africa to the Americas. Series: Early Modern History: Society and Culture. Num Pages: 276 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DST; 1HB; 1QSM; 3J; HBTB; HBTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 149 x 23. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333719664
ISBN
9780333719664
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 183.32

Hardcover. This work analyses the post-war breakdown of French imperial rule in North West Africa, concentrating primarily upon the Algerian war of independence. The book highlights the human tragedy involved and the divisive consequences within French metropolitan politics of intractable colonial conflict. Series: Studies in Military and Strategic History. Num Pages: 302 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1HB; 1HFD; 3JJP; HBJD; HBJH; HBLW3; HBTQ; HBTR; JPS; JWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 498.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333715604
ISBN
9780333715604
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.48

Paperback. An analysis of economic performance in Middle Eastern and North African countries presented by scholars in the region. The papers focus on the implications of changes in the world economy, in the role of the private sector, and in the need for human resource development. Editor(s): Shafik, Nemat. Num Pages: 279 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1HB; KCB; KCL; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 147 x 21. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333713990
ISBN
9780333713990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.83

Paperback. This text provides theoretical insight and analysis of the power relations between women's activism, Islamist thought and the Egyptian state. Comtemporary feminist debates among women's NGOs are examined, and the different perceptions of gender roles among Islamist men and women are contrasted. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBE; JFFK; JFSR2; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 138 x 17. Weight in Grams: 378.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333688175
ISBN
9780333688175
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.46

Hardback. During World War II, Britain devoted immense resources to building military bases in Egypt and Palestine. The paradox of Britain's eventual victory was that it could not perpetuate its political authority. Demands for independence intensified in the Middle East, and led to postwar struggles. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1FBP; 1HBE; 3JJG; 3JJH; HBJD1; HBJF1; HBJH; HBLW; JPQB; JPSD; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 24. Weight in Grams: 561.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333645239
ISBN
9780333645239
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.65

Paperback. This is a collection of analytical and graphic descriptions of Jewish communities in North Africa and the Middle East in the 19th and early 20th century. Among the specific topics treated are: community autonomy, religious life and leadership, women and family life, education, and social etiquette. Editor(s): Deshen, Shlomo A.; Zenner, Walter P. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1HB; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJF1; JFC; JFSR1; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 486.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333626566
ISBN
9780333626566
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.05

Hardback. An analysis of the role of the IMF in one of Africa's poorest and most debt-stricken economies, and the wealth that lies hidden from official statistics in Sudan's parallel economy. Series: Macmillan International Political Economy S. Num Pages: 355 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBS; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 34. Weight in Grams: 606.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
355
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333575437
ISBN
9780333575437
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.06

Hardcover. A biography of Habib Bourguiba intended to be an introduction to the life and work of the man, deliberately aimed at the generally informed reader. No previous knowledge of North African history is assumed. The structure of the book is a mix of straight narrative and analysis by theme. Series: St Antony's Series. Num Pages: 180 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBT; BGH; HBJH; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 330.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
169
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333572627
ISBN
9780333572627
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 193.57

Hardcover. Ellis Goldberg examines the development of cotton production in Egypt and the long term consequences. Goldberg shows how the cotton industry became dependent on cheap, largely child labour, and links this to the slow development of a country that is held back by an under-educated workforce. Num Pages: 222 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 3JJ; KCF; KCLT; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780312296292
ISBN
9780312296292
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.64

Hardcover. This title reveals the story of missed opportunities, mixed messages, and mutual frustrations in American relations with Egypt at a seminal time. It shows how the interests of both countries diverged to eventually undermine an early American attempt at economic assistance. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 1KBB; HBJH; JPS; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780312296216
ISBN
9780312296216
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.66

Hardback. In this work, Niloofar Haeri looks at the complex interactions of two dialects: Classical Arabic (the language of both religion and the state) and the Egyptian dialect of Arabic. He focuses on the political, cultural, and religious struggles to modernize Classical Arabic. Num Pages: 184 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 2CSR; CFB; CFF; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 330.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
St Martin's Press United States
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780312238988
ISBN
9780312238988
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.52

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295992556
ISBN
9780295992556
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.25

Paperback. This study offers a comparative analysis of Latin American and Middle Eastern corporatism, by looking at Egypt and Mexico's differing experiences with privatization, showing that how the working class was attached to the regime during the period of state-building shapes leaders' institutional options and capabilities for market reform. Num Pages: 258 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 1KLCM; JPFK; KNXB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 141 x 15. Weight in Grams: 332.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
258
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230621374
ISBN
9780230621374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.16

Hardcover. This book is the first comprehensive study of French medicine in nineteenth-century Algeria. It argues that the medicalization was a priority for colonial regimes, but this goal was thwarted by ineffectual French medicine, institutional rivalries, and the manner in which medicine became a focus for the resistance of French domination and rule. Num Pages: 268 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 1HBA; 3JH; HBTB; HBTQ; MBP; MBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 220 x 148 x 22. Weight in Grams: 446.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230500433
ISBN
9780230500433
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.07

Hardcover. Noha Radwan offers the first book-length study of the emergence, context, and development of modern Egyptian colloquial poetry, recently used as a vehicle for communications in the revolutionary youth movement in Egypt on January 25th 2011, and situates it among modernist Arab poetry. Series: Literatures and Cultures of the Islamic World. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1HBE; DSC; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 141 x 19. Weight in Grams: 420.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230341326
ISBN
9780230341326
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.90

Hardcover. Through her detailed study of Mayy Ziyadah's literary salon, Boutheina Khaldi sheds light on salon and epistolary culture in early twentieth-century Egypt and its role in Egypt's Nahdah (Awakening). Series: Middle East Today. Num Pages: 237 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 2CSR; 3JJC; DSBH; DSK; HBJF1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230340862
ISBN
9780230340862
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.85

Hardcover. Written for practitioners and practitioners-in-training of education development, this book reviews education issues in developing countries and provides in-depth case studies from Egypt, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FCA; 1FKP; 1HBE; JNF; JPQB; JPRB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 143 x 19. Weight in Grams: 414.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
242
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230340176
ISBN
9780230340176
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.82

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