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Society & culture: general

Paperback. Sylvia Walby provides an overview of recent theoretical debates -- Marxism, radical and liberal feminism, post--structuralism and dual systems theory. She shows how each can be applied to a range of substantive topics from paid work, housework and the state, to culture, sexuality and violence, relying on the most up--to--date empirical findings. Num Pages: 240 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 163 x 15. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631147695
ISBN
9780631147695
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 48.90

Hardback. Examines how the rise of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) has transformed the conditions of women's lives and of feminist organizing. This book brings together feminist research on NGOs from various perspectives and disciplines. Editor(s): Bernal, Victoria; Grewal, Inderpal. Series: Next Wave: New Directions in Women's Studies. Num Pages: 392 pages. BIC Classification: JFFK; JPWH; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 649.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822355519
ISBN
9780822355519
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.57

Paperback. Examines how the rise of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) has transformed the conditions of women's lives and of feminist organizing. This book brings together feminist research on NGOs from various perspectives and disciplines. Editor(s): Bernal, Victoria; Grewal, Inderpal. Series: Next Wave: New Directions in Women's Studies. Num Pages: 392 pages. BIC Classification: JFFK; JPWH; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 153 x 22. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Duke University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822355656
ISBN
9780822355656
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 32.38

Paperback. In "Theorizing Myth", Bruce Lincoln traces the way scholars and others have used the category of "myth" to fetishize or deride certain kinds of stories, usually those told by others. Num Pages: 320 pages, 17 line drawings, 19 tables, notes, index. BIC Classification: DSA; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 504.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226482026
ISBN
9780226482026
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.11

Paperback. Brings together the theories of multiculturalism from a multiplicity of philosophical perspectives. By challenging the impasses of the postmodern critique, this book serves to explore the possibility of a grounding work in multiculturalism and diversity without resorting to the foundationalism of traditional philosophy. Editor(s): Willett, Cynthia. Num Pages: 480 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFC; JFF; JFSL1; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631203421
ISBN
9780631203421
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.08

Hardback. This book re-examines political, conceptual and methodological concerns of 'intersectionality', bringing these into conversation with sexuality studies. It explores sexual identifications, politics and inequalities as these (dis)connect across time and place, and are re-constituted in relation to class, disability, ethnicity, gender and age. Editor(s): Taylor, Yvette; Hines, Sally; Casey, Mark E. Series: Genders and Sexualities in the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 224 x 146 x 23. Weight in Grams: 472.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
293
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230229303
ISBN
9780230229303
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 119.41

Paperback. This book re-examines political, conceptual and methodological concerns of 'intersectionality', bringing these into conversation with sexuality studies. It explores sexual identifications, politics and inequalities as these (dis)connect across time and place, and are re-constituted in relation to class, disability, ethnicity, gender and age. Editor(s): Taylor, Yvette; Hines, S.; Casey, M. Series: Genders and Sexualities in the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 278 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JFSJ; JFSL; JHB; JHBA; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 517.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
278
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349310708
ISBN
9781349310708
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 119.52

Hardback. This collection brings together leading scholars to explore the 'doing' and 'making' of identities. Drawing on the highly innovative ESRC Identities and Social Action Programme, the chapters take core social actions -- such as performing, excluding, mixing, bonding -- and demonstrate how social practices and identities unfold together. Editor(s): Wetherell, Margaret. Series: Identity Studies in the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 288 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, 1 black & white line drawings, 1 figures. BIC Classification: JFS; JMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 225 x 149 x 23. Weight in Grams: 490.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
2009th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230580886
ISBN
9780230580886
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 63.18

Paperback. .
Publisher
Haymarket Books United States
Number of pages
410
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781608463435
ISBN
9781608463435
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 17.26

Hardback. * A clear, accessible overview of the key approaches in gender theory * Includes detailed discussion of key figures such as Judith Butler * Highlights recent debates on a queera accounts of gender * Provides a framework for weaving together what are often viewed as opposing directions of thought. Num Pages: 290 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 233 x 28. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
290
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745619439
ISBN
9780745619439
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.17

Paperback. * A clear, accessible overview of the key approaches in gender theory * Includes detailed discussion of key figures such as Judith Butler * Highlights recent debates on a queera accounts of gender * Provides a framework for weaving together what are often viewed as opposing directions of thought. Num Pages: 292 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 438.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
292
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745619446
ISBN
9780745619446
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.00

Paperback. Provides a survey of approaches to theoretical issues raised by the quest for gender justice. This book takes as its organising questions: what is sexist oppression? And what ought to be done about it? It aims to provide an overview of feminist responses to these questions, and is useful for interdisciplinary feminist theory courses. Editor(s): Hackett, Elizabeth; Haslanger, Sally. Num Pages: 592 pages, Halftones. BIC Classification: HP; JFFK; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 194 x 235 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1028.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195150094
ISBN
9780195150094
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 178.27

Paperback. Presents a fresh perspective that helps us understand the damaged social relations that incubate racial and sexual discrimination. Num Pages: 296 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JHBA; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Temple University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781592139132
ISBN
9781592139132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 35.75

Paperback. This text is a collection of the critical debates in diaspora studies that offers readers an amalgamation of disparate and challenging ideas. These critical essays have shaped the trajectory and scope of diaspora studies. Editor(s): Braziel, Jana Evans; Mannur, Anita. Series: KeyWorks in Cultural Studies. Num Pages: 360 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 480.
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Number of pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233923
ISBN
9780631233923
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.14

Hardcover. * Anthologizes the most influential and critically received essays that have shaped the trajectory of diaspora studies. * Offers classic statements that have defined the field by scholars including Appadurai, Gilroy, Radhakrishnan, and Hall. Editor(s): Braziel, Jana Evans; Mannur, Anita. Series: KeyWorks in Cultural Studies. Num Pages: 360 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 682.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233916
ISBN
9780631233916
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 146.69

Hardback. Num Pages: 192 pages, biography. BIC Classification: APFA; JFC; JMAF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 397.
Publisher
Palgrave USA United States
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Edition
2008th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781403989604
ISBN
9781403989604
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.44

Paperback. This book is an accessible introduction to the concept of desire, and a coherent critique of the competing theorisations of desire within contemporary theory. Num Pages: 192 pages, biography. BIC Classification: APF; JFC; JFD; JFSJ; JFSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349542161
ISBN
9781349542161
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.31

Paperback. Rather than physiological health only, complementary and alternative medicines aim at the production of wellbeing. This book explores how the increasing proliferation of holistic health methods are intimately connected with changing configurations of selfhood, gender and class. Num Pages: 261 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JPQB; MBNH9; MBS; MQC; MX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
261
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349339228
ISBN
9781349339228
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 118.43

Paperback. aeo The first book to engage the study of childhood with central issues of sociological theory. aeo The three authors are highly respected and widely read in this area. aeo The book draws together an enormous amount of international research. Num Pages: 256 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2; JHBK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 390.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745615653
ISBN
9780745615653
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 24.80

Paperback. Contrary to the popular belief that feminism has gained a foothold in many disciplines, the essays collected in this volume argue that feminism is still actively resisted in mainstream academia. The work considers the professional, philosophical and personal backlashes against feminist thought. Editor(s): Superson, Anita M.; Cudd, Ann E. Series: Studies in Social, Political and Legal Philosophy. Num Pages: 296 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: HPS; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 146 x 16. Weight in Grams: 410.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742513747
ISBN
9780742513747
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.93

Paperback. Theorizing Anti-Racism presents insightful essays that engage both Marxist thought and postcolonial and critical race theory with a focus on clarification and points of convergence. Editor(s): Bakan, Abigail B.; Dua, Enakshi. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: JFFJ; JFSL1; JPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 26. Weight in Grams: 638.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442626706
ISBN
9781442626706
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 41.20

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBCV; JFSL3; JNFR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 231 x 7. Weight in Grams: 188. Who We are is What We See. 128 pages. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KBCV; JFSL3; JNFR. Dimension: 160 x 231 x 7. Weight: 188.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Fernwood Publishing Co Ltd Canada
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781552665329
ISBN
9781552665329
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.27

Paperback. The first serious attempt to engage the writing of Muriel Spark in a sustained theoretical reading. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: DSA; JFSJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349420087
ISBN
9781349420087
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.54

Hardback. Although practice theory has been a mainstay of social theory for nearly three decades, so far it has had very limited impact on media studies. This book draws on the work of practice theorists such as Wittgenstein, Foucault, Bourdieu, Barth, and Shatzki and rethinks the study of media from the perspective of practice theory.. Editor(s): Brauchler, Birgit; Postill, John. Series: Anthropology of Media. Num Pages: 364 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD; JHM. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 161 x 27. Weight in Grams: 730.
Publisher
Berghahn Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845457419
ISBN
9781845457419
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 163.52

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