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Paperback. It has long been argued that opera is all about sex. This work explores the impact of this sexual obsession, and of the power relations that come with it, on the music, words, and staging of opera. It combines readings of specific scenes with efforts to situate these musical moments within the observed historical contexts. Editor(s): Smart, Mary Ann. Series: Princeton Studies in Opera. Num Pages: 288 pages, 32 illus, 7 halftones. BIC Classification: 3JF; 3JH; 3JJ; AVGC9; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691058139
- ISBN
- 9780691058139
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Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 33.56
€ 46.99
€ 33.56
Give Peace a Chance: Exploring the Vietnam Antiwar Movement: Essays fr...
Small, Professor Melvin, Hoover, William D, D...
Paperback. This work offers an introduction to the best-known antiwar movement in United States history, written by veterans of the Vietnam War and participants in the movement. It examines how the activities of the movement affected the lives of most Americans. Editor(s): Small, Melvin; Hoover, D.William. Series: Syracuse Studies on Peace and Conflict Resolution. Num Pages: 260 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GTJ; JFC; JPS; JPWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 22. Weight in Grams: 449.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Syracuse University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780815625599
- ISBN
- 9780815625599
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Condition: New
€ 28.39
€ 28.39
Paperback. This volume responds to recent concerns about the decline of public intellectual life, particularly in Britain and America. Thinkers discuss what the role of writers and intellectuals should be in today's society, how thought can be publicly expressed, and how it relates to action. Editor(s): Small, Helen. Num Pages: 248 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631231981
- ISBN
- 9780631231981
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Condition: New
€ 55.83
€ 55.83
Paperback. Series: Explorations in Practical, Pastoral and Empirical Theology. BIC Classification: HR; JFSJ; JFSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781138267015
- ISBN
- 9781138267015
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Condition: New
€ 66.17
€ 66.17
Hardback. Editor(s): Koziel, Slawomir; Chakraborty, Raja; Bose, Kaushik. Num Pages: 166 pages. BIC Classification: JFFM; JFFN; JHBD; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 161 x 231 x 18. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634856447
- ISBN
- 9781634856447
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Condition: New
€ 221.02€ 164.32
€ 221.02
€ 164.32
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JFFD; JPWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 11. Weight in Grams: 100.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141984124
- ISBN
- 9780141984124
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Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.88
€ 15.99
€ 11.88
Paperback. Slavoj eiuek provides a virtuoso reading of the psychoanalytic theory of Jacques Lacan through the works of contemporary popular culture, from horror fiction and detective thrillers to popular romances and Hitchcock films. Series: October Books. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JFC; JMAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 179 x 11. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Publisher
- MIT Press Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262740159
- ISBN
- 9780262740159
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Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 41.72
€ 47.99
€ 41.72
Paperback. Argues that the physical violence we see is often generated by the systemic violence that sustains our political and economic systems. With the help of eminent philosophers and frequent references to popular culture, this title examines the causes of violent outbreaks like those seen in Israel and Palestine and in terrorist acts around the world. Series: Big Ideas. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE; JHBA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 130 x 15. Weight in Grams: 164.
- Publisher
- Profile Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846680274
- ISBN
- 9781846680274
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Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.65
€ 15.99
€ 11.65
Paperback. An Event can be an occurrence that shatters ordinary life, a radical political rupture, a transformation of reality, a religious belief, the rise of a new art form, or an intense experience such as falling in love. This book examines the new and highly-contested concept of Event. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; HRA; JFCX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 181 x 111 x 13. Weight in Grams: 146.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Digital original
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846146268
- ISBN
- 9781846146268
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Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.81
€ 15.99
€ 11.81
Hardback. In this new book, Slavoj i ek and Glyn Daly engage in a series of entertaining conversations which illustrate the originality of i ek's thinking on psychoanalysis, philosophy, multiculturalism, popular/cyber culture, totalitarianism, ethics and politics. Series: Cons - Conversation Series. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFC; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 136 x 23. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745628967
- ISBN
- 9780745628967
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.21
€ 72.21
Paperback. In this new book, Slavoj i ek and Glyn Daly engage in a series of entertaining conversations which illustrate the originality of i ek's thinking on psychoanalysis, philosophy, multiculturalism, popular/cyber culture, totalitarianism, ethics and politics. Series: Cons - Conversation Series. Num Pages: 178 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFC; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 141 x 218 x 12. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 178
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745628974
- ISBN
- 9780745628974
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Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 23.69
€ 23.99
€ 23.69
Paperback. This insightful book examines how the original concept of publicity has been reduced to mean the right of media to access and print information. Series: Critical Media Studies: Institutions, Politics, and Culture. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JFD; JPVH2; KNTJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 148 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742516151
- ISBN
- 9780742516151
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Condition: New
€ 73.88
€ 73.88
Hardback. This insightful book examines how the original concept of publicity has been reduced to mean the right of media to access and print information. Series: Critical Media Studies: Institutions, Politics, and Culture. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JFD; JPVH2; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 151 x 18. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742516144
- ISBN
- 9780742516144
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 171.55
€ 171.55
Paperback. Presents studies of Americanization and American imperialism to assess how far the twentieth century can be seen as the "American Century". This book provides a critical evaluation of the extent of the diffusion and adoption of the "American way of life" and the very concept of "America" itself. Editor(s): Slater, David; Taylor, Peter J. Num Pages: 376 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; GTB; HBJK; HBLW; JFC; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 738.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd Oxford
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631212225
- ISBN
- 9780631212225
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Condition: New
€ 62.11
€ 62.11
Hardback. Presents studies of Americanization and American imperialism to assess how far the twentieth century can be seen as the 'American Century'. This title explores the 'geographic dialogues' that arise as the result of the projection of American power and culture in the world. Editor(s): Slater, David; Taylor, Peter J. Num Pages: 376 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; GTB; HBJK; HBLW; JFC; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 174 x 30. Weight in Grams: 868.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631212218
- ISBN
- 9780631212218
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.73
€ 148.73
Hardcover. For centuries, people have been fascinated and enchanted by tales of mermaids. These watery temptresses can be found in folklore and mythology from every tradition in the world. This title delves into the myths surrounding these enigmatic beings, explores the common symbols associated with them, and presents tales of merfolk from around the world. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 143 x 20. Weight in Grams: 358. An Enchanting Exploration of Their Myths, Legend, and Lore. 224 pages, illustrations. For centuries, people have been fascinated and enchanted by tales of mermaids. These watery temptresses can be found in folklore and mythology from every tradition in the world. This title delves into the myths surrounding these enigmatic beings, explores the common symbols associated with them, and presents tales of merfolk from around the world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFHF. Dimension: 197 x 143 x 20. Weight: 356.
- Publisher
- Adams Media
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781440538575
- ISBN
- 9781440538575
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.65
€ 17.99
€ 16.65
Paperback. Series: Palgrave Foundations Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTC; JFC; KNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781403939982
- ISBN
- 9781403939982
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 36.94
€ 44.99
€ 36.94
Hardcover. This collection of 216 letters offers an accessible, single-volume distillation of the exchange spanning 50 years between celebrated brothers William and Henry James. Their correspondence demonstrates the persons, places, and events that effected the Euro-American world from 1861-1910. Editor(s): Berkeley, Elizabeth M. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; BGA; HPC; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1134.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813916941
- ISBN
- 9780813916941
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.98
€ 70.98
Hardback. This book provides an overview of child abuse, specifically focusing on sexual abuse and move to a discussion on sexual abuse in the schools, including a look at legislation designed to protect students and the impact of this legislation in public schools. Num Pages: 120 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; WZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 345.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607092681
- ISBN
- 9781607092681
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.14
€ 124.14
Paperback. Num Pages: 60 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFK; VS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 301 x 210 x 8. Weight in Grams: 182.
- Publisher
- New Generation Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785074516
- ISBN
- 9781785074516
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.43
€ 17.43
Paperback / so. Series: Schriftenreihe Medienforschung Der Landesanstalt Fur Rundfun. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: JF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 27. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- VS Verlag f?r Sozialwissenschaften United Kingdom
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783810021618
- ISBN
- 9783810021618
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 88.19
€ 88.19
Hardback. Examines the ways we have used and embraced Google - and the growing resistance to its expansion across the globe. This title exposes the dark side of our Google fantasies, raising red flags about issues of intellectual property and the much-touted Google Book Search. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: JFCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520258822
- ISBN
- 9780520258822
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 35.96
€ 50.99
€ 35.96
Paperback. Examines the ways we have used and embraced Google - and the growing resistance to its expansion across the globe. This title exposes the dark side of our Google fantasies, raising red flags about issues of intellectual property and the much-touted Google Book Search. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: JFCA; JFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 228 x 17. Weight in Grams: 384. (And Why We Should Worry). 280 pages. Examines the ways we have used and embraced Google - and the growing resistance to its expansion across the globe. This title exposes the dark side of our Google fantasies, raising red flags about issues of intellectual property and the much-touted Google Book Search. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFCA; JFD. Dimension: 154 x 228 x 17. Weight: 382.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Number of pages
- 280
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- First Edition, Updated Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520272897
- ISBN
- 9780520272897
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 21.50
€ 27.99
€ 21.50
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Vintage
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Number of pages
- 361
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780679767084
- ISBN
- 9780679767084
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 15.91
€ 17.99
€ 15.91