Society & culture: general
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Society & culture: general
Hardcover. Implementing many of the trends in contemporary indigenous studies, this title includes seventeen original essays that tackle indigenous identity, cultural perseverance, economic development, and urbanization in a wide array of American Indian and First Nations populations. Editor(s): Wunder, John R.; Kinbacher, Kurt E. Num Pages: 470 pages, 9 maps. BIC Classification: 1KB; JFSL9. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 161 x 243 x 28. Weight in Grams: 674.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Texas Tech University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780896726413
- ISBN
- 9780896726413
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.09€ 52.74
€ 57.09
€ 52.74
Paperback. This collection of essays articulates the pedagogical strategies of using detective fiction texts to investigate the politics of difference. Editor(s): Klein, Kathleen Gregory. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DS; JFD; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 146 x 13. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Popular Press 1
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780879727963
- ISBN
- 9780879727963
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 24.89
€ 26.99
€ 24.89
Paperback. The remarkable economic growth of Las Vegas between 1980 and 2007 created a population boom and a major increase in the ethnic and religious diversity of the city. Presenting the survey of the city's cosmopolitan population, this book describes the history of various groups in Las Vegas and the roles they play in the life and economy of the city. Editor(s): Simich, Jerry L.; Wright, Thomas C. Series: Wilbur S. Shepperson Series in Nevada History. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWN; JFSL1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 152 x 234 x 16. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University of Nevada Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780874178173
- ISBN
- 9780874178173
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 36.47
€ 43.99
€ 36.47
Paperback. The explosion of digital information and communication technologies has influenced the various aspects of contemporary life. This book includes the essays that explore the personal, familial, and social impact of modern communication technology on populations of European, Asian, African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and Latin American emigrants. Editor(s): Alonso, Andoni; Oiarzabal, Pedro J. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD; JFFS; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University of Nevada Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780874178159
- ISBN
- 9780874178159
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.09€ 52.64
€ 57.09
€ 52.64
Paperback. This collection of stories, essays, and personal reflections from geographers who have worked collaboratively with Indigenous communities across the globe offers insight into the challenges and rewards of cross-cultural research. Editor(s): Johnson, Jay T.; Larsen, Soren C. Series: First Peoples: New Directions in Indigenous Studies. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oregon State University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780870717222
- ISBN
- 9780870717222
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 22.36
€ 24.99
€ 22.36
Paperback. Editor(s): Chari, Sangita; Lavallee, Jaime M. N. Series: First Peoples: New Directions in Indigenous Studies. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL9; LND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oregon State University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780870717208
- ISBN
- 9780870717208
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 24.07
€ 26.99
€ 24.07
Paperback. Debates on the ethics of life in Spain in a time of economic and ecological crisis Editor(s): Beilin, Katarzyna; Viestenz, William. Series: Hispanic Issues. Num Pages: 372 pages, 18 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DSE; HPQ; JFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 525.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826520920
- ISBN
- 9780826520920
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 37.55
€ 44.99
€ 37.55
Hardcover. Debates on the ethics of life in Spain in a time of economic and ecological crisis Editor(s): Beilin, Katarzyna; Viestenz, William. Series: Hispanic Issues. Num Pages: 372 pages, 18 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DSE; HPQ; JFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. Weight in Grams: 825.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826520913
- ISBN
- 9780826520913
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
Hardcover. At a time when women are being exhorted to "lean in" and work harder to get ahead, Letting Go encourages both women and men to "let go" instead. The book explores alternatives to the belief that individual achievement, accumulation, and attention-seeking are the road to happiness and satisfaction in life. Editor(s): King, Donna; Valentine, Catherine G. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JFFK; JFSJ1; JHBA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 825.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826520654
- ISBN
- 9780826520654
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
Paperback. A thorough and in-depth look at Afro-Hispanic cultural life in Latin America Editor(s): Branche, Jerome C. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KL; DSBH; JFC; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 181 x 255 x 20. Weight in Grams: 536.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826520630
- ISBN
- 9780826520630
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 37.55
€ 44.99
€ 37.55
Hardcover. A thorough and in-depth look at Afro-Hispanic cultural life in Latin America Editor(s): Branche, Jerome C. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KL; DSBH; JFC; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826520623
- ISBN
- 9780826520623
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
Hardcover. Editor(s): Niebylski, Dianna C.; O'Connor, Patrick. Num Pages: 240 pages, , black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 257 x 183 x 23. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826519290
- ISBN
- 9780826519290
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
Editor(s): Veteto, James R; Maclin, Edward M. Num Pages: 216 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBS; HBJK; JFCV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826518019
- ISBN
- 9780826518019
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
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Paperback. Includes essays that tease out the power of print and visual cultures, examine the impact of carnival, delve into religion and war, and study the complex histories of gender identities and disease. Editor(s): Acree, William G.; Espitia, Juan Carlos Gonzalez. Num Pages: 312 pages, 36 illustrations, index. BIC Classification: 1KL; 3JH; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826516664
- ISBN
- 9780826516664
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 37.55
€ 44.99
€ 37.55
Includes essays that tease out the power of print and visual cultures, examine the impact of carnival, delve into religion and war, and study the complex histories of gender identities and disease. Editor(s): Acree, William G.; Espitia, Juan Carlos Gonzalez. Num Pages: 312 pages, 36 illustrations, index. BIC Classification: 1KL; 3JH; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826516657
- ISBN
- 9780826516657
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
The myth of generations of disengaged youth has been shattered by increases in youth turnout in the 2004, 2006, and 2008 primaries. This book addresses how to best provide opportunities for enhancing civic learning and forming lasting civic identities. Editor(s): Youniss, James E.; Levine, Peter. Num Pages: 304 pages, index, references. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSP2; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826516503
- ISBN
- 9780826516503
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
Hardcover. Presents stories of black and white Americans, men and women, from all parts of the nation, who were public school students during the years immediately after Brown. This book provides a picture of how social change can shape the careers of an entire generation in one profession. Editor(s): Robinson, Mildred Wigfall; Bonnie, Richard J. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; JFSL3; JPVH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826516190
- ISBN
- 9780826516190
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 42.62
€ 50.99
€ 42.62
Paperback. Explores the role played by culture in the transition to democracy in Latin America's Southern Cone (Argentina, Uruguay, Chile) and Spain, with a focus on opposing stances of acceptance and defiance by artists and intellectuals in post-authoritarian regimes. Editor(s): Martin-Estudillo, Luis; Ampuero, Roberto. Series Editor(s): Spadaccini, Nicholas. Series: Hispanic Issues Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTB; JFC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826516053
- ISBN
- 9780826516053
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 37.55
€ 44.99
€ 37.55
Explores the role played by culture in the transition to democracy in Latin America's Southern Cone (Argentina, Uruguay, Chile) and Spain, with a focus on opposing stances of acceptance and defiance by artists and intellectuals in post-authoritarian regimes. Editor(s): Martin-Estudillo, Luis; Ampuero, Roberto. Series Editor(s): Spadaccini, Nicholas. Series: Hispanic Issues Series. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTB; JFC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826516046
- ISBN
- 9780826516046
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28
Drawing on long-term ethnographic research on love, gender, and sexuality in a broad range of regions, this work discusses how global forces shape marriage, commercial sex, the political economy of intimacy, and lesbian and gay expressions of companionship. Editor(s): Padilla, Mark B.; Hirsch, Jennifer S.; Munoz-Laboy, Miguel; Sember, Robert; Parker, Richard G. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFFS; JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Vanderbilt University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826515841
- ISBN
- 9780826515841
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.30€ 90.28
€ 100.30
€ 90.28