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Society & culture: general
Paperback. An interdisciplinary collection of essays exploring the harem as it was imagined, represented, and experienced in Middle Eastern and North African societies, and by visitors to those societies. Editor(s): Booth, Marilyn. Num Pages: 424 pages, 39 illustrations, 3 figures. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1HB; JFC; JHBK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822348696
- ISBN
- 9780822348696
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.71
€ 33.99
€ 30.71
Paperback. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFGS; JFFD; JFFN; JFSR2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816697397
- ISBN
- 9780816697397
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€ 27.99€ 26.29
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€ 26.29
Paperback. The celebrated author of Down the Nile travels to Tibet and India as part of her investigation into the world of the blind. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JFFG; JNS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 144 x 25. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Back Bay Books
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780316043434
- ISBN
- 9780316043434
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€ 25.99€ 18.16
€ 25.99
€ 18.16
Paperback. A self-described beneficiary (and, at times, victim) of affirmative action confronts the problems spawned by our national obsession with racial measurement. Carter provides a thoughtful analysis of this controversial issue, arguing that affirmative action often allows the nation to escape inexpensively from its moral obligation to undo the legacy of slavery. Num Pages: 300 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFJ; JFSL3; JKS; JPQB; LA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 17. Weight in Grams: 237.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Basic Books
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780465068692
- ISBN
- 9780465068692
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Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.33
€ 26.99
€ 25.33
Paperback. Num Pages: 376 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 210 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Da Capo Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780738205687
- ISBN
- 9780738205687
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.38
€ 31.99
€ 21.38
Paperback. "Based on the popular blog Almanac of Eats, Eat the Year is a tribute to food-lovers everywhere that introduces a national food or drink holiday for every day of the year."--Back cover. Num Pages: 432 pages, Two-color art throughout. BIC Classification: JFCA; WBA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 832.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Running Press,U.S.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762450947
- ISBN
- 9780762450947
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Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 14.24
€ 18.99
€ 14.24
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press United States
- Edition
- Second Edition
- Number of pages
- 389
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780803282889
- ISBN
- 9780803282889
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Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 21.90
€ 23.99
€ 21.90
Paperback. Offers a study of the collapse into 'dependency' of three Native American subsistence economies that represents the best kind of interdisciplinary effort. Num Pages: 433 pages, Maps. BIC Classification: 1KB; JFSL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 28. Weight in Grams: 698.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press
- Number of pages
- 433
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780803297241
- ISBN
- 9780803297241
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Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 33.99
€ 37.99
€ 33.99
Paperback. For seven years in the 1970s, the author lived in a village in northeast China as a farmer. In 1989 he returned as an anthropologist to begin the span of 11 years' fieldwork that has resulted in this work - an account of family change and the transformation of private life in rural China. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJP; JFSF; JHBK; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804744560
- ISBN
- 9780804744560
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 27.31
€ 30.99
€ 27.31
Hardback. Covers the first half of "Exodus". This book discusses the mystical explorations of Pharaoh's enslavement of the Israelites, the birth of Moses, the deliverance from Egypt, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the Revelation at Mount Sinai. It probes the biblical text and seeks deeper meaning of the nature of evil and its relation to the divine realm. Translator(s): Matt, Daniel Chanan. Series: The Zohar: Pritzker Edition. Num Pages: 592 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HRJ; HRLC; JFSR1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 262 x 185 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1222.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Edition
- Pritzker ed
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804757126
- ISBN
- 9780804757126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.15€ 56.44
€ 61.15
€ 56.44
Paperback. Editor(s): Berger, Melody. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFFK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 463.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Seal Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781580051828
- ISBN
- 9781580051828
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Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.21
€ 25.99
€ 18.21
Paperback. A biography of Elizabeth McCormack, regarded by many as the very soul of philanthropy whose unstinting practical advice and compassion have helped to inform the distribution of hundreds of millions of dollars to worthy causes around the world. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 230 x 16. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- PublicAffairs,U.S. United States
- Edition
- First Trade Paper
- Number of pages
- 237
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781610392037
- ISBN
- 9781610392037
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Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 19.00
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Paperback. This practical book shows how client-focused counselling can support problem drinkers seeking to develop and sustain a less alcohol-centred way of life. Supported by contributions from clients who have undergone counselling for alcohol reliance, this is a comprehensive for people working with those who have a problematic relationship with alcohol. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH; JKSN2; MMZR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 364.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100027
- ISBN
- 9781843100027
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Condition: New
€ 38.14
€ 38.14
Creating a Safe Place: Helping Children and Families Recover from Chil...
Nch Children And Families Project
Paperback. Highlighting the importance of a 'safe place' as the foundation of the healing process for those affected by child sexual abuse, this practical book details the factors that contribute to a secure therapeutic climate where recovery can take place. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFE1; JKSB1; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 263.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100096
- ISBN
- 9781843100096
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Condition: New
€ 47.27
€ 47.27
Paperback. This book is a highly practical book that explains how best to help and support a child whose parent or carer has died. As well as offering valuable insight into the impact of death on children, the author provides practical guidelines for how teachers and parents can better support children through parental bereavement while they are at school. Num Pages: 224 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JHBZ; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100164
- ISBN
- 9781843100164
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.65
€ 34.65
Paperback. With a unique focus on the effects of poverty on parenting in Britain, this book explores what professionals and policy makers can do to support families living in poverty. The authors examine community-level poverty and its relationship to family and individual problems such as low income, poor mental health and child behavioural difficulties. Series: Supporting Parents. Num Pages: 320 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFA; JHBK; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 161 x 17. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100690
- ISBN
- 9781843100690
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Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.87
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€ 44.87
Paperback. This book is based on extensive interviews with adolescents diagnosed with AS. It includes six life stories, which present an authentic and fascinating look at the lives of the teenagers and how AS has shaped their growing identities. The stories provide the basis for a discussion of common themes and issues facing teenagers with AS. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP2; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101260
- ISBN
- 9781843101260
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Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, glossary, references, index. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFSP1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 11. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101277
- ISBN
- 9781843101277
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Condition: New
€ 34.64
€ 34.64
Paperback. Using attachment theory as a foundation, this book addresses in depth the acute practice dilemmas concerning children who, despite the climate of increased awareness, multi-disciplinary cooperation and legislative and procedural change, cannot easily be protected. The contributors give guidelines for working with the children. Editor(s): Richardson, Sue; Bacon, Heather. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JFFE2; JKSB1; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 371.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101475
- ISBN
- 9781843101475
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Condition: New
€ 42.22
€ 42.22
Paperback. Social workers will find this book to be a valuable tool, highlighting ways of improving the cultural sensitivity of disability services and parental and family support. Combining a wide-ranging survey and in-depth interviews, the authors build a rich picture how culture and ethnicity can impact on a family's experience of disability. Series: Supporting Parents. Num Pages: 224 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFSL1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 154 x 12. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101611
- ISBN
- 9781843101611
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Condition: New
€ 49.78
€ 49.78
Paperback. Examining important issues in dementia research and care that are often neglected, the contributors to this book provide fresh perspectives on current practice. The authors put dementia care into a socio-cultural framework, highlighting the impact of social change on dementia care over the last two decades and challenging current stereotypes. Editor(s): Innes, Anthea; Archibald, Carole; Murphy, Charlie. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 165 x 25. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101741
- ISBN
- 9781843101741
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.61
€ 34.61
Paperback. This informative book offers practical strategies for the protection of children that anyone involved in the life of a child will find indispensable. Providing the reader with an understanding of typical/normative sexual development in children, the author enables parents and teachers to recognize the warning signs of sexual abuse. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JFFE2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102489
- ISBN
- 9781843102489
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. Goodbye, Mr. Wonderful gives a detailed account of the early stages of recovery from alcoholism. From his admittance into hospital to his life as a writer in the Netherlands, McCully offers a detailed and often analytical reflection on what it feels like to be a recovering alcoholic. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH; VFJK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 157 x 235 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102656
- ISBN
- 9781843102656
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. Based on extensive studies into child welfare services, this important book brings together research into what works in service provision for minority ethnic families. Reviewing studies of the nature and adequacy of the services provided, and the outcomes for the children and their families, this book provides guidance for policy and practice. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSL; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 15. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102694
- ISBN
- 9781843102694
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.74
€ 44.99
€ 44.74