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Paperback. Cannabis has long been prized for the strong and durable fiber in its stalks, its edible and oil-rich seeds, and the psychoactive and medicinal compounds produced by its female flowers. This book presents an exploration of the natural origins and early evolution of cannabis, highlighting its historic role in the development of human societies. Num Pages: 456 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JHB; PST. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 285 x 219 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1328.
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520292482
ISBN
9780520292482
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 39.50

Paperback. Cannabis Policy is unique in providing the materials needed for deciding on policy about cannabis in its various forms. It reviews the state of knowledge on the health and psychological effects of cannabis, and its dangerousness relative to other drugs. It will be essential for policymakers and valuable for those in drugs and drug policy, Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH1; LAR; MBN; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199581481
ISBN
9780199581481
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 110.14

Paperback. This book aims to shed light on the current debates of cannabis by reviewing all the available evidence on a range of issues relating to the use of cannabis among children and adolescents and summarizing the main conclusions in clear, jargon-free language. Series: Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 232 x 7. Weight in Grams: 184.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843103981
ISBN
9781843103981
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.62

Paperback. The debate on the status and legality of cannabis continues to gain momentum. Here, personal anecdotes combined with academic and scientific reports combine to sharpen some of the fascinating philosophical issues associated with cannabis use. Editor(s): Jacquette, Dale. Series Editor(s): Allhoff, Fritz. Series: Philosophy for Everyone. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; JFFH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 406.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405199674
ISBN
9781405199674
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.10

paperback. Whatever the viewpoint and by whatever nickname it is known, the drug cannabis always incites debate. Martin Booth traces the history of the plant and its derivatives back to the Neolithic period. He paints a colourful picture of medical advances, subterfuge, religious enlightenment, smuggling and gang warfare. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: HBTB; JFFH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 128 x 26. Weight in Grams: 352.
Publisher
Bantam
Number of pages
496
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780553814187
ISBN
9780553814187
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.40

Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages, b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFFE; JFFZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 750.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Lantern Books,US United States
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590560532
ISBN
9781590560532
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 18.92

paperback. In this multidisciplinary look at 150 years of women changing Canada - and a country changing for women - sociologist and activist Lorna R. Marsden depicts the move toward equality from Confederation to the 1985 embedding of equality rights in the Constitution to today's continued struggle. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFJ; JFSJ1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
OUP Canada Canada
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199025022
ISBN
9780199025022
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.35

Paperback. Social policy shapes the daily lives of every Canadian citizen and should reflect the beliefs of a majority of Canadians on just approaches to the promotion of health, safety, and well-being. This title argues that service deliverers have discretion in how policies are implemented and this exercise of discretion is how citizens experience policy. Editor(s): Westhues, Anne; Wharf, Brian. Num Pages: 456 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFF; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 227 x 27. Weight in Grams: 666.
Publisher
Wilfrid Laurier University Press Canada
Number of pages
494
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
5th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781554583591
ISBN
9781554583591
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.62

Hardback. Editor(s): Bonifacio, Glenda Tibe; Drolet, Julie L. Series: International Perspectives on Migration. Num Pages: 316 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, 10 colour illustrations, 16 black & white tables, 8 colour. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFN; RGC; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 189 x 304 x 26. Weight in Grams: 636.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319404233
ISBN
9783319404233
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 125.34

Hardback. Featuring essays on parliament and politics, Ottawa and the provinces, and external affairs, the Canadian Annual Review of Politics and Public Affairs provides a comprehensive account of the year's events. Editor(s): Leyton-Brown, David. Series: Canadian Annual Review of Politics and Public Affairs. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFF; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 620.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802036735
ISBN
9780802036735
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 132.37

Paperback. In the aftermath of the Second World War, Canadian national identity underwent a transformation. This book surveys Canada's national history through a British lens. Editor(s): Buckner, Phillip A.; Francis, R. Douglas. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFC; JFFN; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 572.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813068
ISBN
9780774813068
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.23

Hardback. In the aftermath of the Second World War, Canadian national identity underwent a transformation. This book surveys Canada's national history through a British lens. In a series of essays focusing on discrete aspects of Canadian identity, it reveals the complex relationship between Canada and the larger British world. Editor(s): Buckner, Phillip A.; Francis, R. Douglas. Num Pages: 352 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFC; JFFN; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 27. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813051
ISBN
9780774813051
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.81

Paperback. A decade ago the author's son first took a dislike to milk, and then to virtually every other substance she attempted to feed him. Her book was written to reassure other parents that there are lots of people out there in the same boat, and to suggest practical methods of dealing with the problem. Num Pages: 208 pages, portraits. BIC Classification: JFFH; VFX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 11. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853029745
ISBN
9781853029745
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.90

Hardback. In this provocative and timely new book, Alain Touraine explores the question of how we might live together in a truly globalized world society. Rejecting the seductive metaphor of a global melting pot, Touraine mounts a powerful attack on the idea that we now live together as equals, sharing the same social and cultural values. Num Pages: 336 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFS; JHBA; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 31. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745622118
ISBN
9780745622118
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 78.69

Paperback. The Future of British Universitites in a Changing World. 300 pages. Editor(s): Burgh, Hugo de; Black, Jeremy; Fazackerley, Anna. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1DB; JFFS; JNM. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 19. Weight: 558.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The University Of Buckingham Press
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9780955464201
ISBN
9780955464201
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.95

Paperback. Instead of a top-down approach, this book looks at the impact of bottom-up neighbourhood based initiatives. It analyses and documents a variety of innovative local urban strategies in European cities and their impact on wider urban socio-economic and political restructuring processes. Editor(s): Moulaert, Frank; Swyngedouw, Erik; Martinelli, Flavia; Gonzalez, Sara. Num Pages: 264 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, 18 black & white tables, 3 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: JFF; JFSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 163 x 15. Weight in Grams: 414.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415516839
ISBN
9780415516839
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 70.94

Paperback. In this study, the authors move beyond the debate on the relative merits and risks of a social clause in trade agreements and focus on practical approaches for improving labour standards in a more intergrated global economy. Num Pages: 150 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCF; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
y First edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323320
ISBN
9780881323320
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.47

Hardback. Aimed at students, parents, faculty members, university leaders, service providers, and lawmakers, Campus Sexual Assault seeks to put an end to the silence around sexual trauma by giving voice to those closest to it and providing tools for others to hear-and to act. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE2; JFSJ; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. .
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421419053
ISBN
9781421419053
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 30.39

Paperback. Specially-commissioned essays offering an overview of the place of feminism in philosophy. Editor(s): Hornsby, Jennifer; Fricker, Miranda. Series: Cambridge Companions to Philosophy. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 476.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
296
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521624695
ISBN
9780521624695
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.43

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: BGA; JFFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 228 x 18. Weight in Grams: 328.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Harbour
Condition
New
SKU
V9781550176971
ISBN
9781550176971
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 22.89

Paperback. Calm Energy analyzes the broad psychological and biological issues concerning eating and exercise by focusing on the crucial nexus of mood. Thayer discusses such topics as mood-controlled eating, the influence of mood on exercise, and the influence of exercise on mood, in addition to providing a clear explanation of basic physiological concepts and their relationship to mood. The book will prove useful to readers who want to recognize, anticipate, andcounteract negative moods, as well as to those who want a practical guide to the ways in which eating and exercise patterns may be integrated with everyday life. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH; JMAL; VFD; VFM; VSP. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 428.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195163391
ISBN
9780195163391
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 26.32

Paperback. Editor(s): Kemmerer, Lisa; Nocella, Anthony J., II. Num Pages: 332 pages. BIC Classification: HRAM; JFFZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 650.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Lantern Books
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590561829
ISBN
9781590561829
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 34.48

Paperback. Tracing the history of seismology and the rise of the regulatory state and of environmental awareness, California Earthquakes tells how earthquake-hazard management came about, why some groups assisted and others fought it, and how scientists and engineers helped shape it. Num Pages: 352 pages, 1, 1 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; JFFC; RBC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801889769
ISBN
9780801889769
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.27

paperback. The immigrant case studies in this text - Ghanaian women learning English, migrant women sex-workers in our cities, East Asian women and sexual harassment, and Canadian aid workers in the South - all contribute to performa reality check for the notion of Canada as a "caring and sharing" country. Num Pages: 172 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 172 x 230 x 9. Weight in Grams: 234.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Fernwood Pub Co Ltd Canada
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9781552661314
ISBN
9781552661314
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.51

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