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Society & culture: general
Paperback. After-school programs, scout groups, community service activities, religious youth groups, and other community-based activities have been thought to play a key role in the lives of adolescents. This book offers recommendations for policy, practice, and research to ensure that programs are well designed to meet young people's developmental needs. Editor(s): Eccles, Jacquelynne S.; Gootman, Jennifer Appleton. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKSB1; JPRB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309105903
- ISBN
- 9780309105903
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.28
€ 56.28
Hardcover. This incisive book provides a critical history and analysis of community organizing, the tradition of bringing groups together to build power and forge grassroots leadership for social, economic, racial, and environmental justice. Begun by Saul Alinsky in the 1930s, there are today nearly 200 institution-based groups active in 40 U.S. Series: Social Movements. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 149 x 19. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780745663197
- ISBN
- 9780745663197
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.78
€ 66.78
Hardback. This book discusses how individuals, groups, and organizations develop the means to deal with problems in their interaction with institutions, exploring what methods and practices should be implemented to address various issues. Num Pages: 441 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: JFS; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 32. Weight in Grams: 771.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 441
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231054621
- ISBN
- 9780231054621
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 83.25€ 64.43
€ 83.25
€ 64.43
Paperback. This text looks to the history of "the commons" in American and European social thought to better understand contemporary environmental problems. The authors reveal the law's insufficient comprehension of community rights and advocate realistic policy alternatives. Series: New Social Formations. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; JF; RN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 148 x 15. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742501614
- ISBN
- 9780742501614
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 77.15
€ 77.15
New York City's main Arab communities exemplify the continuity and change that has taken place throughout the city's rich history. This is a collection of writings and photographs that document and tell the stories of these communities. Num Pages: 304 pages, 36 photographs, 4 maps, glossary, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1KBBEY; HBTB; JFSG; JFSR1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Syracuse University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780815607397
- ISBN
- 9780815607397
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.82
€ 34.82
Hardcover. This volume explores the neighbourhood, familial, religious, occupational, social and educational components of the daily community experience of 20th-century African Americans in Frankfort, Kentucky. Editor(s): Boyd, Douglas A.; Fletcher, Winona L. (Professor Emeritus Of Theater and Drama, Indiana University, USA); Butler, Sheila Mason; Wallace, James E. (Asst. Director, Kentucky Historical Society); Winter, Mary E. Num Pages: 208 pages, 200 photographs, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBBSK; HBTD; JFSL3; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1039.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780916968304
- ISBN
- 9780916968304
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.65
€ 52.65
Paperback. Num Pages: 194 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 194
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780830415687
- ISBN
- 9780830415687
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.37
€ 59.37
Paperback. Offers a way of looking at our social, cultural and economic realities. Tackling the dimensions of personal responsibility, consensus and community, this work shows how we can find a language through which we can reinvigorate our individual and social lives, developing the resourcefulness we need but which proves so difficult to cultivate. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: JFS; RNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 166 x 14. Weight in Grams: 244. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0012760
- ISBN
- 9781853837340
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. The contributors to this issue on community involvement discuss the topic from a variety of perspectives drawn from psychology, sociology and education. They present an overview of recent history and trends associated with community involvement, including definitions, goals and major movements. Editor(s): Stukas, Arthur; Dunlap, Michelle R. Series: Journal of Social Issues (JOSI). Num Pages: 242 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 11. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- Volume 58, Number 3
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405107938
- ISBN
- 9781405107938
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.82
€ 43.82
Mixed media product. Editor(s): Quinn, Heather S. Num Pages: 157 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; JFS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 184 x 262 x 18. Weight in Grams: 602.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 157
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Har/DVD
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781614709534
- ISBN
- 9781614709534
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 237.86€ 162.20
€ 237.86
€ 162.20
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861349699
- ISBN
- 9781861349699
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 35.31
€ 36.99
€ 35.31
Paperback. Community development finds itself in times of unprecedented political, social and economic change. This title develops critiques of the changing context and identifies challenges faced by community development both at community level and as a collective force for a more just, equal and sustainable future. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 172 x 15. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Publisher
- Policy Press
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847426468
- ISBN
- 9781847426468
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 30.58
€ 31.99
€ 30.58
paperback. Series: Routledge Revivals. Num Pages: 228 pages. BIC Classification: AMVD; JFFB; RPC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 218 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415708586
- ISBN
- 9780415708586
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.37
€ 51.37
Paperback. In Community and Tradition, eight distinguished scholars articulate the clearest statement to date of the conservative vision of community. Editor(s): Carey, George W.; Frohnen, Bruce. Num Pages: 214 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JF; JPA; JPFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 148 x 12. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780847686612
- ISBN
- 9780847686612
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.07
€ 65.07
Paperback. BIC Classification: JFS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 136 x 26. Weight in Grams: 466. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFS. Dimension: 215 x 136 x 26. Weight: 452.
- Publisher
- Darton Longman and Todd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780232526974
- ISBN
- 9780232526974
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.80
€ 19.99
€ 15.80
Paperback. This book provides a critical exploration of the importance of social identities when considering crime, victimisation and criminal justice and offers a refreshing perspective on the most significant developments in relation to equality and diversity issues that feature in policies and practices of criminal justice agencies. Num Pages: 248 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS; JKV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861348043
- ISBN
- 9781861348043
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 37.74
€ 38.99
€ 37.74
Paperback. This book bridges the gap between theory and practice, bringing together concerned parties who have argued for increased local participation in sustainable community development. Series: Sustainability & the Environment. Num Pages: 320 pages, figures, maps, tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFS; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774807234
- ISBN
- 9780774807234
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 36.55
€ 40.99
€ 36.55
paperback. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: AJCR; JFFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 216 x 5. Weight in Grams: 914.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- ILR Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780801473074
- ISBN
- 9780801473074
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.75
€ 61.75
Paperback. Shows how to create a comprehensive, community-wide prevention program to effectively confront the serious drug and alcohol problems threatening our youth. Shows how to employ community mobilization, educational strategies, volunteerism, and mass media to achieve significant reductions in adolescent drug use. Series: Joint Publication of the Jossey-Bass Social & Behavioral Science S. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 260 x 130 x 60. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781555424718
- ISBN
- 9781555424718
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.26
€ 50.26
paperback. Affirms the importance of invention of radio and explores how radio creates sets of overlapping communities of the air, including those who study and theorize radio as a technological, social, cultural, and historical phenomenon. This work explores radio's role in shaping Anglo-American culture and society since the early twentieth century. Editor(s): Squier, Susan Merrill. Num Pages: 336 pages, 8 illus. BIC Classification: APW; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 3963 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822330950
- ISBN
- 9780822330950
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 33.99
€ 37.99
€ 33.99
Hardback. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813577678
- ISBN
- 9780813577678
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 160.93
€ 160.93
Paperback. Drawing metaphorically from the ancient Mayan myth of the Nahual, this study illustrates the experiences of three Central American communities connected with the global markets of tourism, handicrafts and manufacturing subcontracts. Num Pages: 192 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KLC; GTB; JFFS; JFS; KCL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 150 x 12. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742528017
- ISBN
- 9780742528017
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.29
€ 66.29
Hardcover. Takes the science of social network analysis and applies it to key issues of living in communities, especially in urban areas, exploring questions such as: How do communities shape our lives and identities? How do they foster either conformity or innovation? What holds communities together and what happens when they fragment or fall apart? Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFSG; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Polity
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745654195
- ISBN
- 9780745654195
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.18
€ 73.18
Hardback. Communism on Tomorrow Street demonstrates the relationship of Soviet mass housing and urban planning to international efforts at resolving the "housing question" that had been studied since the nineteenth century and led to housing developments in Western Europe, the United States, and Latin America as well as the USSR. Num Pages: 416 pages, 15, 15 figures. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 3JJP; HBJD; HBLW3; JFFT; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 160 x 31. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421405667
- ISBN
- 9781421405667
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 76.28
€ 76.28