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Paperback. A memoir, in which, the author brings to life his childhood in the 70s, from his bedroom bursting with fox skulls, birds' eggs and sweaty jam jars, to his feral adventures. But pervading his story is the search for freedom, meaning and acceptance in a world that didn't understand him. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKES; 3JJPL; BM; JFFZ; PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 126. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Ebury Press
Condition
New
SKU
9781785033506
ISBN
9781785033506
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.94

Paperback. Combines critical scholarship with investigative journalism to examine the US government threat to journalists, a threat ignored or dismissed to date. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 137 x 13. Weight in Grams: 296.
Publisher
Pluto Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745334172
ISBN
9780745334172
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.29

Hardback. Combines critical scholarship with investigative journalism to examine the US government threat to journalists, a threat ignored or dismissed to date. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 208 x 18. Weight in Grams: 404.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745334189
ISBN
9780745334189
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 101.01
€ 83.91

Paperback. This fully updated Reader provides a comprehensive review of recent research and legislation relating to domestic violence and its consequences for children, and identifies the implications for practice. It enables professionals to develop informed child care and protection responses for children experiencing domestic violence. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JFFE3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 173 x 16. Weight in Grams: 472.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
2Rev Ed
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843101574
ISBN
9781843101574
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.96

Paperback. Since the Catalan government passed the first of Spain's regional governmental laws on same-sex partnership in 1998, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and queer culture in Spain has thrived. This book analyses the development of LGBTQ filmmaking and filmwatching in Spain and places this within the wider cultural context. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DSE; APFN; JFSK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 159 x 232 x 11. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748685950
ISBN
9780748685950
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 35.31

Hardcover. Focusing on films from 1998 onwards, this title analyses the development of LGBTQ filmmaking and filmwatching in Spain and places this within the wider cultural context. It investigates how these films are distributed and how audiences react to them. Num Pages: 192 pages, 10 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DSE; APF; JFSK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748665860
ISBN
9780748665860
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 106.95
€ 102.99

Paperback. What really defines modernism? Why did it begin and how long did it last? Is Modernism over now? This graphic guide presents an exploration of the last century's most thrilling artistic work - and what it's really all about. Illustrator(s): Garratt, Chris. Series: Introducing.. Num Pages: 176 pages, b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: ACXD2; DSBH; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 132 x 14. Weight in Grams: 162.
Publisher
Icon Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Third Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848311169
ISBN
9781848311169
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.86

Paperback. * This engaging book examines how the ease with which modern social and media networks create a sense of intimacy which can be exploited by media, politicians and authority * An intriguing thesis on how media creates relations where we are constant watchers of the lives of others. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; JFFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 362.
Publisher
Polity
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745671116
ISBN
9780745671116
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.74

Hardback. Stuart Hall is the leading figure in cultural studies today -- no one else has had the same influence in the shaping of the field. This book is the first full--length study of Halla s work. It examines every aspect of his work and constitutes a major critical introduction and appraisal of Halla s contribution. Series: Key Contemporary Thinkers. Num Pages: 248 pages, 0. BIC Classification: BG; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 159 x 24. Weight in Grams: 496.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745624808
ISBN
9780745624808
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.21

Hardback. * A high quality, authoritative introductory cultural studies textbook from a leading figure in the field. * Packed full of contemporary examples to bring cultural studies to life for beginning students at any level. * Clear and accessible for students but nuanced and novel enough to appeal to lecturers too. Num Pages: 184 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 418.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745636832
ISBN
9780745636832
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.93

Hardcover. * This engaging book examines how the ease with which modern social and media networks create a sense of intimacy which can be exploited by media, politicians and authority * An intriguing thesis on how media creates relations where we are constant watchers of the lives of others. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; JFFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 480.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Polity
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745671109
ISBN
9780745671109
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.40

paperback. What kind of escape is tolerated in modern society? How is it shaped by historical expectations of leisure and travel? And what do we actually experience when we engage in leisure or travel activity? This book tries to supply answers to these questions. Num Pages: 251 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Edition
1993rd Edition
Number of pages
251
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333475782
ISBN
9780333475782
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.35

Paperback. Series: Routledge Communication Series. Num Pages: 436 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 181 x 255 x 28. Weight in Grams: 796.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138188389
ISBN
9781138188389
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 114.75

Paperback. This book explores the place of the 'stranger' within contemporary society against a background of societal strangeness which occurs when global consciousness outstrips global connectivity. Num Pages: 195 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 275.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st ed. 2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137576712
ISBN
9781137576712
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.81

Paperback. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198739036
ISBN
9780198739036
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.81

Paperback. This ancient tale about brotherly love could not be more timely. Told for centuries by Jewish, Christian and Muslim people, its theme of peaceable sharing and goodwill is relevant to adults and children alike. Illustrator(s): Fronty, Aurelia. Num Pages: 32 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 259 x 247 x 8. Weight in Grams: 198.
Publisher
Barefoot Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782852520
ISBN
9781782852520
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99
€ 9.11

Paperback. Series: Fabric Folios. 88 pages, 100 colour illustrations, maps, further reading, index. This text explores the rich and diverse range of silk and textiles from Africa. Focusing on over 30 pieces from the British Museum's collection, it brings together traditions of silk weaving and embroidery from throughout the African continent. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 1H; 3D; AFW; JFC. Dimension: 226 x 225 x 9. Weight: 368.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
88
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714125633
ISBN
9780714125633
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.89

Hardback. It was the amazing statistic which got Chris Steele-Perkins attention. There are 10,000 people aged over 100 in the UK and that number is growing rapidly. Fading Light is a moving book showing the increasing number of centenarians and their miraculous ability to survive until the great age of 100. Num Pages: 104 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AJB; AJCP; JFSP31. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 246 x 17. Weight in Grams: 744.
Publisher
McNidder & Grace
Number of pages
104
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857160324
ISBN
9780857160324
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 36.11

Paperback. Straayer looks at commercial film and video from a new angle, and compels readers to consider the wealth of films made by and for non-traditional viewers. She surveys Hollywood productions ranging from the 1935 Stella Dallas to 1994's Mrs. Doubtfire. Series: Film and Culture Series. Num Pages: 360 pages, 112 photographs. BIC Classification: APFA; JFSJ1; JFSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 590.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231079792
ISBN
9780231079792
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.06

This popular and critically acclaimed Handbook is now available in paperback. Editor(s): Tilley, Christopher; Keane, Webb; Kuechler-Fogden, Susanne; Rowlands, Mike; Spyer, Patricia. Num Pages: 576 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 181 x 252 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1198.
Publisher
United Kingdom
Number of pages
576
Condition
New
SKU
V9781412900393
ISBN
9781412900393
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 190.31

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