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Paperback. Formulating effective environmental policies requires attention to a range of political, scientific, management, and moral issues. This work integrates these facets to develop a framework for analyzing and improving environmental policy. It discusses New York City's garbage crisis, the problem of leaks from underground storage units, and more. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231135375
ISBN
9780231135375
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.68

Hardback. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; KJC; RNU; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 160 x 16. Weight in Grams: 408. Lessons from and for New York City, America, and the Planet. 256 pages. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; KJC; RNU; TQ. Dimension: 230 x 160 x 16. Weight: 408.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231152587
ISBN
9780231152587
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 93.21
€ 71.22

Paperback. Examining various museums, this text argues that Americans built the institutions with the confidence that they could collect, organize, and display the sum of the world's knowledge. It discovers how they gave definition to different bodies of knowledge and how that knowledge was presented. Num Pages: 310 pages, 27 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJC; GM; HBJK; HBLL; JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 514.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
310
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226114934
ISBN
9780226114934
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 27.29

paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages, 20 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KB; HBJK; HBLL; JFSL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 161 x 18. Weight in Grams: 396.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226114958
ISBN
9780226114958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 29.18

Paperback. Conn examines the shifting meaning of the region's history, the utopian impulse behind its founding, the role of the region in creating the American middle class, the regional watershed, and the way art and cultural institutions have given shape to a resident identity. Series: Metropolitan Portraits. Num Pages: 288 pages, 30 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; HBJK; HBLW; HBTB; JFSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 435.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780812219432
ISBN
9780812219432
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.89

Paperback. Moving away from the standard survey that takes readers from architect to architect and style to style, this work suggests a fresh way of thinking about the history of America's built environment and how Americans have related to it. It also demonstrates how central the built environment has been to our definition of what it is to be American. Editor(s): Conn, Steven; Page, Max. Num Pages: 424 pages, 47 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AC; AM; HBJK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 176 x 28. Weight in Grams: 874.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press United States
Number of pages
424
Condition
New
SKU
V9780812218527
ISBN
9780812218527
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.72

paperback. A critical examination of racial discrimination in television broadcasting during the civil rights era Series: Console-ing Passions. Num Pages: 288 pages, 8 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; APT; JFFJ; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 19. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780822333418
ISBN
9780822333418
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 29.16

Paperback. A tourist mecca, the area known as the Wisconsin Dells was once wilderness - and a gathering place for the region's Native peoples, the Ho-Chunk. This title places H H Bennett within the context of contemporary artists and photographers of American Indians and examines the receptions of this legacy by the Ho-Chunk. Series: Studies in American Thought and Culture. Num Pages: 212 pages, 86 b/w photos, 3 maps, 1 chart. BIC Classification: 1KBBNW; AJC; JFSL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 13. Weight in Grams: 726.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of Wisconsin Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780299226046
ISBN
9780299226046
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 24.02

Paperback. Describes and analyzes how state governments in the 1990s have coped with fiscal stress through changes in tax and spending policies, as well as through attempts to "reinvent government" by abandoning long-established policies. This book is suitable for academics, policymakers, and public administrators, as well as the general readers. Editor(s): Gold, Steven D.; SUNY Central Sponsored Programs Office. Num Pages: 406 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JP; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 560.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
406
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878405756
ISBN
9780878405756
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.74

Paperback. What do contemporary American movies and directors have to say about the relationship between nature and art? This book surveys American cinema from 1990 to 2002 with substantial descriptions of sixty films, emphasizing small-budget independent American film. Num Pages: 280 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5830 x 3895 x 509. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292713451
ISBN
9780292713451
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 29.12

Hardback. Features the Civil War and reconstruction that took place in American history. Editor(s): Woodworth, Steven E. Series: The Human Tradition in America. Num Pages: 239 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; JF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 23. Weight in Grams: 585.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
239
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842027267
ISBN
9780842027267
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 149.17

Paperback. Courage, perseverance, and dedication were hallmarks of the Civil War soldier. These qualities, along with their disarming humanness, have lent an enduring attraction to their story. Editor(s): Woodworth, Steven E. Num Pages: 222 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 166 x 15. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
222
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842029315
ISBN
9780842029315
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.68

Hardcover. Identifying four essential evaluative criteria for a democracy that genuinely works, this work asks us to examine the degree to which our system promotes political stability, what the problems are with voter turnout and how to improve it, and asks for a meaningful scrutiny of governmental policy. Num Pages: 178 pages, bibliographical references , index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 17. Weight in Grams: 382. America's Peculiar Democracy. 178 pages, bibliographical references , index. Identifying four essential evaluative criteria for a democracy that genuinely works, this work asks us to examine the degree to which our system promotes political stability, what the problems are with voter turnout and how to improve it, and asks for a meaningful scrutiny of governmental policy. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHF; JPHV. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 17. Weight: 382.
Publisher
Georgetown University Press
Number of pages
178
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878408955
ISBN
9780878408955
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 73.12

hardcover. Born into a Quaker family, Nathanael Greene had nothing in his background that pointed to a military career. His total military training before mid-1775, when he abandoned pacifism, consisted of serving as a private in the Rhode Island militia for a few hours each week. Num Pages: 144 pages, 16 b&w illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; HBJK; HBLH; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 17. Weight in Grams: 281.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Potomac Books Inc United States
Edition
Annotated
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574889123
ISBN
9781574889123
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.80

Paperback. When Vicksburg fell to Union forces under General Grant in July 1863, the balance turned against the Confederacy in the trans-Appalachian theater. The Federal success along the river opened the way for advances into central and eastern Tennessee, which culminated in the bloody battle of Chickamauga and then a struggle for Chattanooga. Series: Great Campaigns of the Civil War. Num Pages: 262 pages, Illus., maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBSN; HBJK; HBLL; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 15. Weight in Grams: 395.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press United States
Number of pages
262
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803298132
ISBN
9780803298132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 23.71

Hardcover. By looking closely at Civil War generals who have borne the stigma of failure, this study rejects the view that significant defeats were due simply to poor generalship. The authors examine the reasons these men suffered defeat, whether flaws of character, or circumstances beyond their control. Series: Modern War Studies. Num Pages: 248 pages, 7 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700609437
ISBN
9780700609437
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.92
€ 57.79

Hardcover. The first in a two-volume reassessment of Ulysses S. Grant's officer corps from Cairo to Appomattox. Covering the war's western theatre to July 1863, it highlights the character and accomplishments of these men and how their individual relationships with Grant helped pave the way to victory. Series: Modern War Studies. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; BGH; HBJK; HBLL; HBW; JWD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 562.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700611270
ISBN
9780700611270
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.92
€ 57.79

Paperback. The Civil War not only pitted brother against brother but also Christian against Christian, with soldiers from North and South alike devoutly believing that God was on their side. This is a study of soldiers' religious beliefs and how they influenced the course of that tragic conflict. Series: Modern War Studies. Num Pages: 394 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HR; JWD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 19. Weight in Grams: 556.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700612970
ISBN
9780700612970
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 36.50

Hardcover. Offers insights into the April 1862 battle of Shiloh, one of the Civil War's bloodiest battle. This book examines the role of Albert Sidney Johnston, the prized Confederate commander who recovered impressively after a less-than-stellar performance at forts Henry and Donelson only to die at Shiloh. Editor(s): Woodworth, Steven E. Num Pages: 192 pages, 3 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Southern Illinois University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780809328925
ISBN
9780809328925
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 30.46

Hardcover. Provides an understanding of how war was conducted in the early French Wars in northern New England Series: Warfare and Culture Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, 5 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; 3JD; 3JF; HBW; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 163 x 23. Weight in Grams: 626.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
NYU Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814722701
ISBN
9780814722701
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 86.18

paperback. An examination of how the community of Lynchburg, Virginia, experienced four distinct but overlapping events: secession, civil war, black emancipation, and reconstruction. The book seeks to demonstrate how ordinary people influenced the contours of race and class relations in their town. Series: Yankee Town, Southern City. Num Pages: 362 pages, 15 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBTB; HBWJ; JFSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 26. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
362
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
V9780814782378
ISBN
9780814782378
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 33.68

paperback. The author chronicles LA's emergence as the nation's leading trade centre and gateway to the Pacific Rim in the 20th century, exploring recent epic battles over port development, expanding LAX, creating a new international airport in Orange County, building the Alameda Corridor rail link and more. Num Pages: 336 pages, 23 tables, 5 figures, 10 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; JFFS; KCM; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 21. Weight in Grams: 445.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780804746816
ISBN
9780804746816
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 33.68

Paperback. This is a study of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and its unsung roles in this semi-desert region's improbable growth, in resolving water conflicts, and in devising pioneering formulas to meet 21st-century water challenges. Num Pages: 384 pages, 4 tables, 16 figures, 12 illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; KNBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 508.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780804751407
ISBN
9780804751407
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 31.49

Hardcover. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HPS; JPA; JPF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Publisher
Encounter Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781594038839
ISBN
9781594038839
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 22.06

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