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Society & culture: general

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: HRH; JFSR2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745640624
ISBN
9780745640624
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.82

Paperback. Steven Spielberg is known as the most powerful man in New Hollywood and a pioneer of the contemporary blockbuster, America's most successful export. His career began a new chapter in mass culture. At the same time, American post war liberalism was breaking down. Series: Polity America Through the Lens Series. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APFA; APFB; JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 142 x 19. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745640839
ISBN
9780745640839
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.65

Hardback. An original presentation of the concept of youth - an exciting rethinking of the social construction of 'youth' that explores new ways of theorizing youth without prejudice or lumping 'young people' together as one uniform category. Series: Polity Key Concepts in the Social Sciences Series. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745640945
ISBN
9780745640945
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.38

Hardback. Presents an introduction to risk and uncertainty as they have been analysed in sociology and related social sciences. This book draws on the wide array of contemporary social theories of risk and relates these to the many and diverse areas in contemporary society where risk plays an important role. Series: Polity Key Concepts in the Social Sciences Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFP; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 146 x 24. Weight in Grams: 404.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745640983
ISBN
9780745640983
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.16

Hardback. This book is a synthesis of the principal ideas in Afrocentric thinking. It provides the reader with the major concepts, ideas, and theories useful for informed judgments about the efficacy of the theory. Furthermore, it is a call for resurgence grounded in a re-examination of African ideals. Num Pages: 186 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 160 x 14. Weight in Grams: 446.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
186
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641027
ISBN
9780745641027
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.70

Hardback. It is a truism to suggest that celebrity pervades all areas of life today. The growth and expansion of celebrity culture in recent years has been accompanied by an explosion of studies of the social function of celebrity and investigations into the fascination of specific celebrities. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JFC; JFD; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 151 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641041
ISBN
9780745641041
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.10

Paperback. It is a truism to suggest that celebrity pervades all areas of life today. The growth and expansion of celebrity culture in recent years has been accompanied by an explosion of studies of the social function of celebrity and investigations into the fascination of specific celebrities. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JFC; JFD; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 264 x 19. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641058
ISBN
9780745641058
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.74

Hardback. Computer games have fundamentally altered the relation of self and society in the digital age. Analysing topics such as technology and power, the formation of gaming culture and the subjective impact of play with computer games, this text will be of great interest to students and scholars of digital media, games studies and the information society. Series: Digital Media and Society. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; UBJ; UDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 149 x 23. Weight in Grams: 406.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641102
ISBN
9780745641102
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.65

Paperback. Computer games have fundamentally altered the relation of self and society in the digital age. Analysing topics such as technology and power, the formation of gaming culture and the subjective impact of play with computer games, this text will be of great interest to students and scholars of digital media, games studies and the information society. Series: Digital Media and Society. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; UBJ; UDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 148 x 211 x 16. Weight in Grams: 328.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641119
ISBN
9780745641119
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.98

Hardback. Some 2. 5 billion human beings live in severe poverty, deprived of such essentials as adequate nutrition, safe drinking water, basic sanitation, adequate shelter, literacy, and basic health care. One third of all human deaths are from poverty-related causes: 18 million annually, including over 10 million children under five. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFA; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 692.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641430
ISBN
9780745641430
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.17

Hardback. 'Globalization' is one of the key concepts of our time. It is used by both the right and the left as the cornerstone of their analysis of the international economy and polity. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS; JP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
3rd
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641515
ISBN
9780745641515
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.17

Hardback. The Posthuman offers both an introduction and major contribution to contemporary debates on the posthuman. Digital 'second life', genetically modified food, advanced prosthetics, robotics and reproductive technologies are familiar facets of our globally linked and technologically mediated societies. Num Pages: 236 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFK; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 217 x 23. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641577
ISBN
9780745641577
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.93

Hardback. * A new volume in Polity s successful War and Conflict in the Modern World series. * Offers a comprehensive analysis of the causes and consequences of sexual violence across a range of conflict zones. Series: War and Conflict in the Modern World. Num Pages: 258 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE2; JPWS; JWXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 144 x 19. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
258
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641874
ISBN
9780745641874
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.93

Hardback. * One of the first volumes in Polity s new Theory and Media series. * Introduces cult hypermodern philosopher, Paul Virilio, specifically to students of media and cultural studies. * Presents an introduction to Virilio s important media related ideas, theories and concepts. Series: Theory and Media. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFC; JFD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 146 x 216 x 20. Weight in Grams: 356.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642284
ISBN
9780745642284
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.79

Paperback. * One of the first volumes in Polity s new Theory and Media series. * Introduces cult hypermodern philosopher, Paul Virilio, specifically to students of media and cultural studies. * Presents an introduction to Virilio s important media related ideas, theories and concepts. Series: Theory and Media. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFC; JFD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 210 x 141 x 15. Weight in Grams: 258.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642291
ISBN
9780745642291
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.12

Hardback. * A concise and accessible introduction to the concept and history of ethnicity. * Draws on a wide range of theorists and illustrations from around the world to explore and clarify the core meanings and shifting ground of this concept. Series: Polity Key Concepts in the Social Sciences Series. Num Pages: 232 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 153 x 22. Weight in Grams: 462.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642659
ISBN
9780745642659
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.50

Paperback. A concise and accessible introduction to the concept and history of ethnicity. Draws on a wide range of theorists and illustrations from around the world to explore and clarify the core meanings and shifting ground of this concept. Series: Polity Key Concepts in the Social Sciences Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 138 x 19. Weight in Grams: 324.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642666
ISBN
9780745642666
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.74

Hardback. Student-friendly introduction to the sociology of everyday life. Introduces in very accessible style the various theories used to interpret our everyday actions that on the surface of things might look mundane. Considers topics such as eating and drinking, leisure, time and schedules, emotions, home, as well as how to study everyday life. Num Pages: 250 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFP; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 508.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
250
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642673
ISBN
9780745642673
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.45

Hardback. As the major driver of U.S. demographic change, Latinos are reshaping key aspects of the social, economic, political, and cultural landscape of the country. In the process, Latinos are challenging the longstanding black/white paradigm that has been used as a lens to understand racial and ethnic matters in the United States. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 176 x 27. Weight in Grams: 664.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642710
ISBN
9780745642710
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 84.77

Paperback. This is the first book to provide an overview of the complex relationship between Asian Americans and the media. Synthesises a wealth of scholarship in this emergent field and also contributes its own original perspective whilst remaining pedagogically focused. Series: Media and Minorities. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFD; JFSL3. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 172 x 20. Weight in Grams: 564.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642741
ISBN
9780745642741
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.21

Paperback. Digital War Reporting examines war reporting in a digital age. It shows how new technologies open up innovative ways for journalists to convey the horrors of warfare while, at the same time, creating opportunities for propaganda, censorship and control. Series: Digital Media and Society. Num Pages: 226 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 210 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 308.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642765
ISBN
9780745642765
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.54

Hardback. A major new book in the Polity series of publications which make available Adorno's previously unpublished writings. This volume comprises some of Adorno's most important writings on music and radio and deals with themes for which he is particularly well known, such as the critique of the culture industry. Editor(s): Adorno, Theodor W. Num Pages: 480 pages, black & white illustrations, recorded music items. BIC Classification: AV; JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 161 x 43. Weight in Grams: 908.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642857
ISBN
9780745642857
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 84.77

Paperback. A major new book in the Polity series of publications which make available Adorno's previously unpublished writings. This volume comprises some of Adorno's most important writings on music and radio and deals with themes for which he is particularly well known, such as the critique of the culture industry. Editor(s): Adorno, Theodor W. Num Pages: 480 pages, black & white illustrations, recorded music items. BIC Classification: APW; AVA; JFCA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 230 x 158 x 37. Weight in Grams: 768.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745642864
ISBN
9780745642864
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 33.48

Hardback. Globalization: Key Thinkers offers a critical commentary on the leading thinkers in the contemporary globalization debate, as well as new arguments about the future direction of globalization thinking. Num Pages: 270 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 163 x 23. Weight in Grams: 556.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
270
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745643212
ISBN
9780745643212
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.77

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