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Society & culture: general

Paperback. This book explores the politics of race, censuses, and citizenship, drawing on the complex history of questions about race in the U.S. and Brazilian censuses. It reconstructs the history of racial categorization in American and Brazilian censuses from each country's first census in the 18th and 19th centuries up through the 2000 census. Num Pages: 256 pages, 4 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KLSB; JFFJ; JFSL; JHBC; JHBD; JHMP; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 16. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804740593
ISBN
9780804740593
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.20

Paperback. In the 1980s - at the height of Thatcherism and in the wake of civil unrest and rioting in a number of British cities - the Black Arts Movement burst onto the British art scene with breathtaking intensity, changing the nature and perception of British culture irreversibly. This volume presents a history of that movement. Editor(s): Bailey, David A. Series: A John Hope Franklin Center Book. Num Pages: 368 pages, 116 (31 in color; 85 in timeline as b/w). BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPN; ACBK; JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 252 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1132.
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822334200
ISBN
9780822334200
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.60

Paperback. Explodes the myth that self-hatred is the dominant theme in Black identity. This book, using a thorough review of social scientific literature on Negro identity conducted between 1936 and 1967, demonstrates that important themes of mental health and adaptive strength have been frequently overlooked by scholars, both Black and White. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Temple University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780877229490
ISBN
9780877229490
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 32.92

Paperback. Describes and analyses contemporary discourse seems to provide a choice in the way sexual identities and sexual difference. This title includes essays that elaborate on different aspects of this deadlock of sexual difference. Editor(s): Salecl, Renata. Series: [SIC] Series. Num Pages: 328 pages, 2 figures. BIC Classification: DSB; JFC; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 3887 x 24. Weight in Grams: 672.
Publisher
Duke University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822324737
ISBN
9780822324737
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 28.51

Paperback. Is our sexuality a product of our genes, or of society, culture, and politics? How have views of sexual norms changed over time? And how have feminism, religion, and HIV/AIDS affected our attitudes to sex? This Very Short Introduction examines these questions and many more, exploring what shapes our sexuality, and how our sexuality shapes us. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 168 pages, 20 black and white halftones. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHBK5; JMU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 173 x 113 x 10. Weight in Grams: 130.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
168
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199298020
ISBN
9780199298020
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.81

Paperback. Num Pages: 536 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JF; 3JH; HBTB; JFCX; JPA; VFVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 714.
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Number of pages
536
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801482533
ISBN
9780801482533
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.34

Paperback. Series: Comparative Feminist Studies. Num Pages: 416 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTB; HR; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General; (U) Tertiary Education. Dimension: 208 x 142 x 22. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Saint Martin's Press Inc. United States
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780312295851
ISBN
9780312295851
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 196.41

Hardback. Arab cultural discourse has been slow to respond to changing sexual behaviour. The contributors to this collection pick up the slack, ranging across such disciplines as literature, history, sociology and psychology. Editor(s): Khalaf, Samir; Gagnon, John H. Num Pages: 156 pages. BIC Classification: 1FB; JFSJ; JHBK5. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 164 x 31. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Saqi Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
156
Condition
New
SKU
V9780863569487
ISBN
9780863569487
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 42.56

Paperback. This insightful collection shows that conservative Muslim discourse does not necessarily match practices of believers or citizens and that women's empowerment is facilitated where indigenous and culturally appropriate strategies are developed. Editor(s): Helie, Anissa; Hoodfar, Homa. Num Pages: 315 pages. BIC Classification: 1QFM; JFSJ1; JFSR2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 20. Weight in Grams: 448.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
315
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780322858
ISBN
9781780322858
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.62

Paperback.
Publisher
Saqi Books
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
Translation
Condition
New
SKU
V9780863564932
ISBN
9780863564932
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 23.07

hardcover. Num Pages: 201 pages. BIC Classification: GBC; JF; JHBC; VFVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 168 x 16. Weight in Grams: 494.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of Delaware Press United States
Number of pages
201
Condition
New
SKU
V9781611491012
ISBN
9781611491012
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 120.10

Paperback. Offers an exploration of the indissoluble link between war and sexuality based on over the years of interviews by the well-known Lebanese expatriate teacher, critic, and writer. This book refers to sexuality as the physical and psychological relations of men and women, and examines Middle Eastern customs involved in defining such relationships. Editor(s): Accad, Evelyne. Num Pages: 214 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FB; 2CSR; DSB; JFC; JFSJ1; JW. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
214
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814706152
ISBN
9780814706152
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 27.40

Paperback. aeo Takes on one of the most controversial contemporary theological issues. aeo Provides new insights into Christian arguments about the body, focusing on homosexuality. aeo Offers constructive arguments for the fittingness in the Christian tradition of marriage--like homosexual relationships. Series: Challenges in Contemporary Theology. Num Pages: 320 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HRCM; HRCX6; JFSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 448.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631210702
ISBN
9780631210702
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.95

Hardback. This text addresses the challenges to traditional Christianity from gay and lesbian Christians and their critics within the church. It reconnects doctrines like incarnation, election and resurrection with race, gender and sexual orientation. Series: Challenges in Contemporary Theology. Num Pages: 320 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HRCM; HRCX6; JFSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 628.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631210696
ISBN
9780631210696
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 156.27

Hardback. Twelve groundbreaking essays show the varied and complex ways in which ideas about sexuality, gender, and the body have shaped and been influenced by Russian literature, history, art, and philosophy from the medieval period to the present day. Editor(s): Costlow, Jane T.; Sandler, Stephanie; Vowles, Judith. Num Pages: 372 pages, 9 half-tones. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; DSB; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 225 x 146 x 28. Weight in Grams: 605.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
372
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804721134
ISBN
9780804721134
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 183.43

Paperback. Twelve groundbreaking essays show the varied and complex ways in which ideas about sexuality, gender, and the body have shaped and been influenced by Russian literature, history, art, and philosophy from the medieval period to the present day. Editor(s): Costlow, Jane T.; Sandler, Stephanie; Vowles, Judith. Num Pages: 372 pages, 9 half-tones. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; DSB; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 214 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 435.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Stanford University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804731553
ISBN
9780804731553
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 38.32

Hardcover. BIC Classification: HR; JFSJ; JMU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 157 x 33. Weight in Grams: 739.
Publisher
IVP Academic
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780830828531
ISBN
9780830828531
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 51.35
€ 48.99

Paperback. Wide-ranging, authoritative and grounded in the expertise of people with intellectual disabilities, this book offers an authentic account of the challenges those with intellectual disabilities face in their relationships and sex lives across the globe and explores what society needs to do to respect their rights. Editor(s): Docherty, Daniel; Chapman, Rohhss. Num Pages: 230 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 175 x 245 x 18. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052504
ISBN
9781849052504
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 41.48

Hardback. Demonstrates shortcomings in Western feminist conceptualizations, and shows how insights from African feminist thinking may enhance understandings of gender, both in and beyond Africa. Num Pages: 328 pages, 39, 18 black and white, 21 line drawing. BIC Classification: 1HFMQ; JFSJ; JHBK5; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 168 x 243 x 31. Weight in Grams: 696.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
James Currey United Kingdom
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847010353
ISBN
9781847010353
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 115.37

Paperback. Demonstrates shortcomings in Western feminist conceptualizations, and shows how insights from African feminist thinking may enhance understandings of gender, both in and beyond Africa. Num Pages: 328 pages, 18 black & white illustrations, 21 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1HFMQ; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 165 x 20. Weight in Grams: 574.
Publisher
James Currey
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847010872
ISBN
9781847010872
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.57

Hardback. This book explores the fascinating world of sex and gender roles in the classical period. It provides readers with essays that represent a range of perspectives on women, gender and sexuality in the ancient world. Editor(s): Mcclure, Professor Laura K (University of Wisconsin-Madison USA). Series: Interpreting Ancient History. Num Pages: 336 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1QDA; 3D; DSBB; HBG; HBLA; JFSJ; VFVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631225881
ISBN
9780631225881
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 141.68

Paperback. * Explores the fascinating world of sex and gender roles in the classical period. * Accessible to general readers whilst encouraging them to confront new theories and methodologies, and contemporary assumptions about gender and sexuality. Editor(s): McClure, Laura K. Series: Interpreting Ancient History. Num Pages: 336 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1QDA; 3D; DSBB; HBG; HBLA; JFSJ; VFVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 472.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631225898
ISBN
9780631225898
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.32

Paperback. This title looks at the new sexual reality in Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe after the fall of communism. Handy tables and figures make the information easy to access and understand. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DV; JFSJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 215 x 153 x 28. Weight in Grams: 582.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc United States
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780789022943
ISBN
9780789022943
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.21

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857028433
ISBN
9780857028433
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 48.92

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