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Society & culture: general

Paperback. The reader reprints extracts of key historical texts - those of Daniel Bell on the post-industrial society and Jean-Francois Lyotard on the post-modern condition. The new cultural logic of contested pluralism is analysed in seminal papers by Andreas Hyssen and Jim Collins. Editor(s): Jencks, Charles. Series: AD Reader. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations, frontispiece. BIC Classification: AB; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 168 x 20. Weight in Grams: 826.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470748664
ISBN
9780470748664
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.27

Hardback. Using examples from both mainstream and niche media - from prime-time television series to specialty Christian media and audience interactions on social media, this book draws upon a variety of disciplines including communication studies, sociology, and cultural studies in order to understand emergent strategies for framing post-racial America. Series: Critical Cultural Communication. Num Pages: 243 pages, 16 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JM; JFD; JFSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 150 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
New York University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814762899
ISBN
9780814762899
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 85.72

Paperback. Using examples from both mainstream and niche media - from prime-time television series to specialty Christian media and audience interactions on social media, this book draws upon a variety of disciplines including communication studies, sociology, and cultural studies in order to understand emergent strategies for framing post-racial America. Series: Critical Cultural Communication. Num Pages: 243 pages, 16 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JM; JFD; JFSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 229 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
New York University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814770603
ISBN
9780814770603
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.51

Paperback. Graham Huggan examines some of the processes by which value is given to postcolonial works within their cultural field using both literary-critical and sociological methods of analysis. Num Pages: 348 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DB; HBTQ; HBTR; JFC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 142 x 217 x 27. Weight in Grams: 470.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415250344
ISBN
9780415250344
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.45

Paperback. 496 pages, 3 maps, 3 figures, 3 tables. Argues that science and technology studies, postcolonial studies, and feminist critique must inform one another. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: JFFK; PDA; TB. Dimension: 158 x 235 x 30. Weight: 686.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Duke University Press
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822349570
ISBN
9780822349570
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 31.70

Hardback. Series: Europe in Transition: The NYU European Studies Series. Num Pages: 254 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148. .
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319522609
ISBN
9783319522609
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 123.83

Paperback.

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: 180 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 139 x 216 x 22. Weight in Grams: 320.

Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
180
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745641584
ISBN
9780745641584
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.34

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

Paperback. Editor(s): Lippert-Rasmussen, Kasper; Thomsen, Mads Rosendahl; Wamberg, Jacob. Num Pages: 227 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 438.
Publisher
Aarhus University Press
Number of pages
227
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9788779345706
ISBN
9788779345706
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.34

Paperback. * The first anthology of critical and literary theoristsa readings of the Bible. * Engages students with the different ways of making the Bible part of the a postmoderna world. * Represents a body of work which introduces new complexities, controversies and insights into biblical studies. Editor(s): Jobling, David; Pippin, Tina; Schleifer, Ronald, Ph.D. Num Pages: 400 pages, 2. BIC Classification: HRCG; HRCM; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 175 x 23. Weight in Grams: 654.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631219620
ISBN
9780631219620
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.11

Paperback. Many definitions of postmodernism focus on its nature as the aftermath of the modern industrial age when technology developed. This book extends that analysis to postmodernism by looking at the status of science, technology, and the arts, the significance of technocracy, and the way the flow of information is controlled in the Western world. Translator(s): Bennington, G.; Massumi, B. Num Pages: 144 pages, index. BIC Classification: DSA; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 222.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1984
Publisher
Manchester University Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780719014505
ISBN
9780719014505
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.16

Hardback. Arguing for a new direction in postmodern theological thinking, away from the liberalism and nihilism of so-called postmodern theologians, this book collects together examples of the work of Continental critical theorists relevant to the study of theology or religious studies. Editor(s): Ward, Graham. Series: Blackwell Readings in Modern Theology. Num Pages: 416 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HRAB1; HRCM; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 34. Weight in Grams: 758.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631201403
ISBN
9780631201403
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 141.20

Paperback. * Introduces students to the burgeoning field of postmodern theology. * Brings together for the first time readings by major continental critical theorists relevant to the study of theology or religious studies. Editor(s): Ward, Graham. Series: Blackwell Readings in Modern Theology. Num Pages: 416 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HRAB1; HRCM; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1656.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631201410
ISBN
9780631201410
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 60.85

Hardback. "Postmodern" is a popular term, but difficult to define. Instead of summing up the various perspectives of scholars and the variety of ideas to which the term postmodernism has been assigned, this text lets this diversity speak for itself. Editor(s): Berger, Arthur Asa. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 626.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761989790
ISBN
9780761989790
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 144.43

Paperback. "Postmodern" is a popular term, but difficult to define. Instead of summing up the various perspectives of scholars and the variety of ideas to which the term postmodernism has been assigned, this text lets this diversity speak for itself. Editor(s): Berger, Arthur Asa. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC; JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761989806
ISBN
9780761989806
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.09

Paperback. * Provides an new way of understanding cities. * Gives students a critical history of postmodernism and its consequences for cities and spaces. * Reveals the importance of space and place in our understanding of social process. * Looks ahead to the urban agenda for the twenty--first century. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 172 x 18. Weight in Grams: 604.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631209881
ISBN
9780631209881
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.79

Paperback. Explores the Latin American engagement with postmodernism in an effort to situate it in a transnational framework. Editor(s): Beverley, John R.; Oviedo, Jose; Aronna, Michael. Series: A Boundary 2 Book. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: 1KLC; 1KLS; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 24. Weight in Grams: 598.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822316145
ISBN
9780822316145
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 28.64

Paperback. A postwar moment is one of promise, but too often of missed opportunities. Will peace bring a democratic, inclusive and equal society? This depends on many factors, this title argues that one of them - crucial but often overlooked - is the importance accorded to transforming gender power relations. Editor(s): Cockburn, Cynthia; Zarkov, Dubravka. Num Pages: 226 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJP; JFSJ1; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 148 x 215 x 14. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Lawrence and Wishart Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
SKU
V9780853159469
ISBN
9780853159469
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.59

Paperback. Leading experts on the science, history, politics, medicine, and potential of America's most popular recreational drug. Editor(s): Holland, Julie. Num Pages: 576 pages, 7 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: JFCA; JFFH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 32. Weight in Grams: 786.
Publisher
Inner Traditions Bear and Company United States
Number of pages
576
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781594773686
ISBN
9781594773686
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 17.53

Paperback. Editor(s): Gorski, Paul C.; Landsman, Julie. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFA; JNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Stylus Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9781579228590
ISBN
9781579228590
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.94

Hardcover. Series: Families, Law, and Society. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFA; JKS; LNDU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781479874729
ISBN
9781479874729
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 96.43

Paperback. Looks at the failure of conventional economic theories based on capitalist growth, and explores alternative models being developed around the world. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFFA; JFFS; KCS; KJVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 139 x 214 x 14. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
Pluto Press
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745333304
ISBN
9780745333304
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 22.50

paperback. In a country where it has been suggested that the distinction requirements at schools be moved down from 80% to 70%, it is of grave importance that we evaluate the role of knowledge and what significance we attach to it. Editor(s): Dikeni, Leslie; Gumede, William Mervin. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JFSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 322.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jacana Media South Africa
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781770097759
ISBN
9781770097759
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.72

Paperback. Editor(s): Altvater, Elmar; etc. Translator(s): Bond, T. Num Pages: 282 pages, 20figs.15tabs.3M. BIC Classification: 1HFJZ; 1KLSA; GTF; JFFA; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230. Weight in Grams: 400. Very good copy with light shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Zed Books
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KCW0012461
ISBN
9780862329495
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

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