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Society & culture: general

Hardback. A human rights lawyer travels to hot zones around the globe before and after 9/11 to document abuses by warlords, terrorists, and counterterrorism forces. John Sifton reminds us that human rights advocates can only shame the world into better behavior; to invoke rights is to invoke the force to uphold them, including the very violence they deplore. Num Pages: 335 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE; JPVH; JPWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 149 x 30. Weight in Grams: 500.
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674057692
ISBN
9780674057692
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 38.81

Paperback. This book addresses the issue of domestic violence against women, drawing on research findings, policy developments and current debates to contextualise its alarming prevalence and to propose informed ways of addressing, through training and practice, the needs of both victims and perpetrators in current social and related care provision. Editor(s): Lombard, Nancy; McMillan, Lesley. Series Editor(s): Lishman, Joyce. Series: Research Highlights. Num Pages: 256 pages, 3 tables, 2 figures. BIC Classification: JFFE2; JFFE3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 232 x 14. Weight in Grams: 368.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051323
ISBN
9781849051323
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 36.50

Paperback. This book explores the key theoretical and empirical issues involved in gendered violence, ethnicity and South Asian communities. The editors draw together leading researchers and practitioners to provide a critical reflection of contemporary debates and consider how these reflections can inform policy, research and practice. Editor(s): Thiara, Ravi K.; Gill, Aisha K. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE3; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 374.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106708
ISBN
9781843106708
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.96

Num Pages: 480 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTB; JFFE; JFSJ1; LNF; LNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 157 x 43. Weight in Grams: 816.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813144917
ISBN
9780813144917
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 39.50

paperback. Violence Against Women in Canada provides the first comprehensive overview of the issue of violence against women in its Canadian context, including underlying theoretical explanations, empirical research, and an examination of legal and social policy responses to the problem. Series: Themes in Canadian Sociology. Num Pages: 234 pages, 7 Figures; 11 Tables (b/w). BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSJ1; JKV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 334.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Oxford University Press Canada Canada
Number of pages
234
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195429817
ISBN
9780195429817
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.36

Presents a wide range of relationships and dysfunctions that pertain to intimate partner violence. This book offers multidisciplinary information that is necessary to formulate a sound understanding of this issue. Num Pages: 628 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
Publication date
2015
Publisher
STM Learning, Inc.
Edition
Perfect Bound
Condition
New
SKU
V9781878060952
ISBN
9781878060952
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 99.90

Paperback. In Violence Against Women, award-winning author Walter S. DeKeseredy offers a passionate but well-documented sociological overview of a sobering problem. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442603998
ISBN
9781442603998
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 31.96

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 213 x 140 x 8. Weight in Grams: 168.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590334553
ISBN
9781590334553
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 30.01

Paperback. This is an edited volume of 12 articles previously published in Social Problems that may be considered among the most influential in the development of the sociological study of violence against women. Editor(s): Renzetti, Claire M.; Bergen, Raquel Kennedy. Series: Understanding Social Problems: An SSSP Presidential Series. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 253 x 184 x 17. Weight in Grams: 535.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742530553
ISBN
9780742530553
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 74.09

Hardback. This is an edited volume of 12 articles previously published in Social Problems that may be considered among the most influential in the development of the sociological study of violence against women. Editor(s): Renzetti, Claire M.; Bergen, Raquel Kennedy. Series: Understanding Social Problems: An SSSP Presidential Series. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 261 x 182 x 25. Weight in Grams: 821.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742530546
ISBN
9780742530546
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 174.00

Paperback. Caught between violent partners and the bureaucratic complications of the US Immigration system, many immigrant women are particularly vulnerable to abuse. This title provides insight into the many obstacles faced by battered immigrant women of colour, bringing their stories and voices to the fore. Num Pages: 226 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFE3; JFFN; JFSJ1; JFSL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814788240
ISBN
9780814788240
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.48

Hardback. Violence after War will be essential reading for all those interested in political violence, peacekeeping, and post-conflict reconstruction. Num Pages: 448 pages, 8, 8 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE; JPB; JPS; JWK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 168 x 239 x 32. Weight in Grams: 778.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421412573
ISBN
9781421412573
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.32
€ 64.37

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
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.65

Paperback. The shocking first true account from one of the young girls who lived through and survived the Rotherham sex abuse scandal. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; 3JMC; BT; JFFE1; JFFE2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 24. Weight in Grams: 258.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780008141264
ISBN
9780008141264
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.66

Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, 13 bw illus. BIC Classification: AVX; JFCD; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 13. Weight in Grams: 374.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2020
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857856616
ISBN
9780857856616
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.40

Paperback. In this fascinating book, futurist Brian David Johnson and cultural historian James Carrott offer insights into what Steampunk's alternative history says about our own world and its technological future. Num Pages: 420 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFR; TBY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 23. Weight in Grams: 566.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
O´Reilly Media United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
420
Condition
New
SKU
V9781449337995
ISBN
9781449337995
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 22.98

Hardback. Four decades of style from the mid-twentieth century beautifully illustrated with nearly 400 color photos that demonstrate the quality fabrics, dynamic designs, and careful workmanship that made the clothing last, both in condition and popularity. The text places the clothing in its cultural context, showing how the styles evolved with the times. Num Pages: 256 pages, 384 photos. BIC Classification: AKTA; JFCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 287 x 222 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1600.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764303029
ISBN
9780764303029
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.67
€ 39.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, 519 color photos. BIC Classification: 3JJPG; 3JJPK; AKTA; JFCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 278 x 215 x 15. Weight in Grams: 882.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764301971
ISBN
9780764301971
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 25.12

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 403 color photos. BIC Classification: 3JJG; 3JJH; AC; AKTA; JFCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 279 x 218 x 14. Weight in Grams: 888.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2022
Edition
First edition.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780887409868
ISBN
9780887409868
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 25.12

Paperback. Mary Wollstoncraft's passionate declaration of female independence shattered the stereotype of docile, decorative womanhood, anticipated a new era of equality and established her as the founder of modern feminism. Series: Penguin Great Ideas. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 114 x 9. Weight in Grams: 90.
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Penguin
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
Format
Paperback
SKU
9780141018911
ISBN
9780141018911
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.12

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