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Hardback. A pioneering study of Canadian labour leaders' approach to immigration from the 1870s to the Great Depression. Num Pages: 284 pages, approx. 25 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFFN; JHBL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5969 x 4039 x 22. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774813648
ISBN
9780774813648
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.81

Hardback. Demonstrates the profound effect of globalization on relations between the state, civil society, and markets, as well as on collective and individual rights. Translator(s): Howard, Richard. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS; JHBA; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 20. Weight in Grams: 367.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813600
ISBN
9780774813600
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.37

paperback. Providing a postcolonial critique of the modern university, this book argues that attempts by universities to be inclusive are unsuccessful because they do not embrace indigenous worldviews. It advocates a shift in the approach to cultural conflicts within the academy and proposes a logic, grounded in principles central to indigenous philosophies. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL9; JNMN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 173 x 226 x 21. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813570
ISBN
9780774813570
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.49

Hardback. Presents an elegant analysis of the mechanisms of political mobilization under systemic racism that draws on case studies, interviews, and a detailed understanding of the racialized legal and sociocultural histories of the United States and Canada. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; 1KBC; JFFN; JFSL1; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 17. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Edition
Annotated
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813457
ISBN
9780774813457
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.38

Paperback. This volume compares and contrasts foundational myths and highlights the sociopolitical contexts that affect the conditions of citizenship, access to education, and inclusion of diverse cultural knowledge in educational systems. Editor(s): Joshee, Reva; Johnson, Lauri. Num Pages: 272 pages, 2 charts, 3 figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; JFSL1; JNSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 17. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813266
ISBN
9780774813266
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.39

Hardback. This volume compares and contrasts foundational myths and highlights the sociopolitical contexts that affect the conditions of citizenship, access to education, and inclusion of diverse cultural knowledge in educational systems. Editor(s): Joshee, Reva; Johnson, Lauri. Num Pages: 272 pages, 2 figures, 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; JFSL1; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 21. Weight in Grams: 517.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813259
ISBN
9780774813259
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.64

Hardback. This book examines women lawyers' attempts to reconcile their professional obligations with other aspects of their lives. Num Pages: 256 pages, 9 tables, 1 figure. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSJ1; LAT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 494.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Edition
Annotated
SKU
V9780774813198
ISBN
9780774813198
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.81

Hardback. Theories of liberal multiculturalism seek to reconcile cultural rights with universal liberal principles. Some focus on individual autonomy; others emphasize communal identity. Andrew Robinson argues that liberal multiculturalism can be justified without privileging either .. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL1; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 4039 x 18. Weight in Grams: 440.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813136
ISBN
9780774813136
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.26

Hardback. This book represents a landmark consideration of the diverse meanings, causal foundations, and positive and negative consequences of social capital, with a particular focus on its role in mitigating or enhancing social inequalities. Editor(s): Kay, Fiona M.; Johnston, Richard. Series: Equality | Security | Community. Num Pages: 304 pages, 3 figures, 24 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFF; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 676.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813099
ISBN
9780774813099
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.81

Paperback. In the aftermath of the Second World War, Canadian national identity underwent a transformation. This book surveys Canada's national history through a British lens. Editor(s): Buckner, Phillip A.; Francis, R. Douglas. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFC; JFFN; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 572.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813068
ISBN
9780774813068
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.23

Hardback. In the aftermath of the Second World War, Canadian national identity underwent a transformation. This book surveys Canada's national history through a British lens. In a series of essays focusing on discrete aspects of Canadian identity, it reveals the complex relationship between Canada and the larger British world. Editor(s): Buckner, Phillip A.; Francis, R. Douglas. Num Pages: 352 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFC; JFFN; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 27. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813051
ISBN
9780774813051
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.81

Hardback. While poverty persists as a major social problem, Canadians are increasingly framing their concerns over poverty and its consequences as issues of human rights and citizenship. This volume examines the ideas and practices of human rights, citizenship, legislation, and institution-building that are crucial to addressing poverty in this country. Editor(s): Young, Margot; Boyd, Susan B.; Brodsky, Gwen; Day, Shelagh. Series: Law and Society. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFA; JPVH; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 30. Weight in Grams: 712.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812870
ISBN
9780774812870
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.38

Hardback. The Zina Ordinance is part of the Hadood Ordinances that were promulgated in 1979 by the military dictator, General Zia-ul-Haq. This work argues that the Zina laws help situate morality within the individual, thus de-emphasizing the prevalence of societal immorality. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: 1FKP; JFSJ1; JPVH1; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 349.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812856
ISBN
9780774812856
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.77

Paperback. This is the first collection in Canada to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary examination of transnationalism. Editor(s): Satzewich, Vic; Wong, Lloyd. Num Pages: 360 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 0. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812849
ISBN
9780774812849
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.22

Hardback. This is the first collection in Canada to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary examination of transnationalism. Editor(s): Satzewich, Vic; Wong, Lloyd. Num Pages: 352 pages, 3 figures, 18 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL; JPFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 26. Weight in Grams: 649.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812832
ISBN
9780774812832
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.38

Paperback. In this thought-provoking book, Sylvia Bashevkin examines the consequences of divergent restructuring experiences in London and Toronto. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JPA; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 299.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812795
ISBN
9780774812795
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.36

Hardback. In this thought-provoking book, Sylvia Bashevkin examines the consequences of divergent restructuring experiences in London and Toronto. Num Pages: 172 pages, 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 1KBCO; JFSJ1; JPR; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 390.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812788
ISBN
9780774812788
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.38

Hardback. Examines contact stories from indigenous and newcomer populations from New Zealand and throughout North America. Focusing on misunderstandings embedded in the stories of "first contacts" and these narratives' contemporary relevance, production, and performance, this book introduces different tools for understanding the genre. Editor(s): Lutz, John Sutton. Num Pages: 256 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 485.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812627
ISBN
9780774812627
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.77

Hardback. This new edition provides up-to-date statistics and fresh analysis of changing trends in immigration, describes ethno-cultural community, discussing such issues as childbirth, mental illness, dental care, hospitalization, and death, as well as home country culture, common reasons for emigrating, and challenges in adjusting to a new culture. Editor(s): Waxler-Morrison, Nancy; Anderson, Joan M.; Richardson, Elizabeth; Chambers, Natalie A. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 31. Weight in Grams: 621.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Edition
2nd ed.
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812559
ISBN
9780774812559
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.11

Hardback. Examines Inuit relations with the Canadian state, with a particular focus on regulating Inuit based on government animal counting methods, and the emerging regime of government intervention. Num Pages: 328 pages, approx. 23 b/w photos, 1 map, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL9; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 599.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812412
ISBN
9780774812412
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 44.75

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