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Paperback. Having panhandled as a "deaf" man for 11 years, the author has written a book exposing all the ins and outs of his life exploiting a "disability" to earn hundreds of dollars a day and sheds light on the cultural phenomenon of deaf peddling that thrives today. Illustrations. Num Pages: 136 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JFFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 182.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Gallaudet University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563680960
ISBN
9781563680960
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.94

Paperback. Key presentations from the Deaf People in Hitler's Europe, 1933-1945 Conference have been integrated with additional important work into three crucial parts: Racial Hygiene, the German Experience and the Jewish Deaf experience. Num Pages: 232 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1D; HBJD; HBTZ1; HBWQ; JFFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Gallaudet University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563681325
ISBN
9781563681325
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 23.95

Hardback. Reveals how deaf people in Adamorobe did not live in a social paradise but that they created their own "Deaf Space" by seeking each other out to form a society of their own. Num Pages: 320 pages, 24 photographs, 11 figures, 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1HFDH; JFFG; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Gallaudet University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563686320
ISBN
9781563686320
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.30
€ 60.06

Paperback. Goes beyond identity politics to explore the very nature of identity itself. This book exposes and enriches our understanding of how deafness embodies itself in the world, in the visual, and in language. It explores the power and potential of American Sign Language and argues for a rhetorical approach and digital future for ASL literature. Series: Cultural Front. Num Pages: 224 pages, 30 illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 300.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
NYU Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814799673
ISBN
9780814799673
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.31

Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; DN; JFFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 230 x 21. Weight in Grams: 452.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Gallaudet University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781563683213
ISBN
9781563683213
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 28.22

Paperback. To many who hear, the deaf world is as foreign as a country never visited. This title asserts that English is for many signing people a second, infrequently used language and that Deaf culture is the socially transmitted pattern of behavior, values, beliefs, and expression of those who use American Sign Language. Editor(s): Bragg, Lois. Num Pages: 430 pages, 32 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; HBT; JFFG; JFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 800.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
NYU Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814798539
ISBN
9780814798539
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 32.80

paperback. It is estimated that there are currently 1.9 million deafened adults living in North America-people who could once hear but have become. An invaluable guide to self-help techniques of proven value to deafened people. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802083739
ISBN
9780802083739
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.10

Paperback. This book analyses male violence against women and children, and the mechanisms society develops to push it out of sight. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFE3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349613
ISBN
9781861349613
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.57

Paperback. Challenging behaviours, such as aggression and violence, are more common in deaf people than hearing people. Filling a crucial gap in the international market, this book will appeal equally to those who work occasionally or entirely with Deaf or hearing impaired client groups of all ages. Editor(s): Austen, Sally; Jeffery, Dave. Num Pages: 342 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 498.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
342
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470025482
ISBN
9780470025482
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.53

Paperback. Deafness in Mind presents the varying theoretical approaches to the psychology of deafness: systemic, Cognitive behavioural, psychodynamic, wellness and cognitive neuropsychological models. Uniquely, clinical theory and practice are linked to provide a comprehensive understanding of the deaf mental health field. Num Pages: 400 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 642.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861564047
ISBN
9781861564047
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 132.41

Paperback. Explores Vietnam's sex industry as the country ascends the global and regional stage. This book looks at both the sex workers and their clients to show how Vietnamese high finance and benevolent giving are connected to the intimate spheres of the informal economy. Num Pages: 248 pages, 4 line, 2 b/w. BIC Classification: 1FMV; JFMX; JFSJ; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 352.
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520275577
ISBN
9780520275577
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.98

Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFCA; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 143 x 206 x 21. Weight in Grams: 266.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780385349109
ISBN
9780385349109
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.56

paperback. At the turn of the 20th century, Jewish families scattered by migration could stay in touch only through letters. Jews in the Russian Empire and America wrote business letters, romantic letters, and emotionally intense family letters. This book deals with this topic. Num Pages: 248 pages, 6 b&w illus. BIC Classification: DSB; JFSR1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253012036
ISBN
9780253012036
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.51

Hardback. At the turn of the 20th century, Jewish families scattered by migration could stay in touch only through letters. Jews in the Russian Empire and America wrote business letters, romantic letters, and emotionally intense family letters. This book deals with this topic. Num Pages: 248 pages, 6 b&w illus. BIC Classification: DSB; JFSR1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 16. Weight in Grams: 554.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253011992
ISBN
9780253011992
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 75.98

Paperback. Threat of book burning ignites passionate discussion about censoring, banning, and other responses to books. Series: Henry Kreisel Memorial Lecture Series. Num Pages: 56 pages. BIC Classification: DNF; JFMD; JPVH2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 228 x 5. Weight in Grams: 96.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Alberta Press Canada
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9780888646798
ISBN
9780888646798
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.81

Paperback. Editor(s): Factora-Borchers, Lisa. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE2; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 191 x 121 x 15. Weight in Grams: 274.
Publisher
AK Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849351720
ISBN
9781849351720
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.22

Paperback. Tim Wise addresses whites' anxiety about cultural shifts displacing their power and privilege--and offers ideas on how to move forward. Series: City Lights Open Media. Num Pages: 190 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 177 x 15. Weight in Grams: 176.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
City Lights Books United States
Number of pages
190
Condition
New
SKU
V9780872865211
ISBN
9780872865211
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.87

Paperback. Deals with the secret lives of women across Afghanistan and allows them to tell their stories in their own words: from the child bride given as payment to end a family feud; to a life spent in a dark, dusty room weaving carpets; to a young girl brought up as a boy; to life as a widow shunned by society. Num Pages: 288 pages, map. BIC Classification: 1FCA; BT; HBTB; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 131 x 195 x 18. Weight in Grams: 212.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099542186
ISBN
9780099542186
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.61

Paperback. Argues that understanding the relation between death and conversion in the Andes involves not only considering the obvious attempts to destroy the cult of the dead, but also investigating a range of policies and strategies whose application demanded continuous negotiation between Spaniards and Andeans. Series: History, Languages and Cultures of the Spanish and Portuguese Worlds. Num Pages: 384 pages, 28 tables, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KLSX; HBJD; HBLH; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 160 x 298 x 27. Weight in Grams: 560.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University of Notre Dame Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780268040284
ISBN
9780268040284
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.22

Hardback. A comparative study of memorialisation and reconstruction in post-terrorist bomb sites, which argues that security practices are fundamentally connected to death anxiety. Series Editor(s): Lawler, Peter; Guittet, Emmanuel-Pierre. Series: New Approaches to Conflict Analysis. Num Pages: 208 pages, 19 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFC; JHB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 164 x 241 x 21. Weight in Grams: 466.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Manchester University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781784993139
ISBN
9781784993139
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 149.48

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