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Hardcover. The first indepth history of the controversies surrounding the establishment of Radio Telefis Eireann. Series: Irish cultural studies. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; JFD; JP; KNTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 539.
Publisher
Cork University Press Cork
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Condition
New
SKU
V9781859181010
ISBN
9781859181010
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.00
€ 45.48

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674504578
ISBN
9780674504578
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 39.96

Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; JFFT; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118926802
ISBN
9781118926802
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.39

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Routledge
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881631173
ISBN
9780881631173
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.72
€ 20.49

Hardcover. This multidisciplinary collection of essays represents studies on Japan and Korea mainly from the Nordic countries, but also from other parts of Europe, and from the USA, Canada, Korea and Japan. The full range of contemporary Japanese studies is covered. Editor(s): Frellesvig, Bjarke; Starrs, Roy. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1FPK; HBJF; HBLW3; JFC; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 212 x 145 x 18. Weight in Grams: 868.
Publisher
Aarhus University Press Denmark
Number of pages
320
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9788772886893
ISBN
9788772886893
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 39.32

Hardcover. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. .
Publisher
NYU Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814724101
ISBN
9780814724101
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 96.39

Paperback. Series: Object Lessons. Num Pages: 136 pages, 15 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; HPN; JFCD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 123 x 165 x 13. Weight in Grams: 132.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781628924244
ISBN
9781628924244
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.70

Paperback. Num Pages: 250 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; 1MK; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Publisher
Demeter Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781772580044
ISBN
9781772580044
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 27.23

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HB; HRQM; JFSL3; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 155. Weight in Grams: 368.
Publisher
Monash University Publishing Australia
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781922235510
ISBN
9781922235510
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 26.55

Paperback. An introduction to globalization. Scott Sernau unpacks aspects of economic, cultural and technological globalization with down-to-earth examples. Using the realities of an interconnected world as well as political and economic theory and history, he moves between the local and the global. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 342.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
1st Edition
Publisher
Kumarian Press
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
SKU
KNW0010215
ISBN
9781565491120
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 19.99
€ 5.49

Paperback. This volume provides an unequaled introduction to the thought of chief contributors to the Western tradition of political philosophy from classical Greek antiquity to the twentieth century. Written by specialists on the various philosophers, this third edition has been expanded significantly to include both new and revised essays. Num Pages: 992 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: JFCX; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 153 x 52. Weight in Grams: 1314. 992 pages, Ill. This volume provides an unequaled introduction to the thought of chief contributors to the Western tradition of political philosophy from classical Greek antiquity to the twentieth century. Written by specialists on the various philosophers, this third edition has been expanded significantly to include both new and revised essays. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: JFCX; JPA. Dimension: 226 x 153 x 52. Weight: 1542.
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press
Number of pages
992
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1987
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226777108
ISBN
9780226777108
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 32.69

Paperback. The discovery of King Arthur Num Pages: 244 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 199 x 14. Weight in Grams: 290.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750942119
ISBN
9780750942119
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.47

Hardback. Anthropological writings on humour are not numerous, but they do contain insight into the social processes that underlie joking and laughter. This volume examines the cognitive, social, and moral aspects of humour and its potential to bring about a sense of mutual understanding, even among different and possibly hostile people. Editor(s): Sciama, Lidia Dina. Series: Social Identities. Num Pages: 216 pages, 20 illustrations, 2 tables. BIC Classification: JFC; JHMC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 160 x 236 x 20. Weight in Grams: 444.
Publisher
Berghahn Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857450746
ISBN
9780857450746
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 154.97

Paperback. Pessimism is thought of as an exclusively negative stance that inevitably leads to resignation. Even when pessimism looks like utter truth, we are told that it makes the worst of a bad situation. This book challenges the received wisdom about pessimism, arguing that there is an unrecognized yet vibrant pessimistic philosophical tradition. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPC; JFCX; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691141121
ISBN
9780691141121
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.37

Hardback. Editor(s): Guia, Maria Joao; Koulish, Robert; Mitsilegas, Valsamis. Num Pages: 405 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JKV; JPVH; LBBZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319246888
ISBN
9783319246888
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 124.23

Paperback. Presenting a model of film studies in which films themselves are only one source of information among many, this volume aims to bring together film histories that draw on primary sources including collections of personal papers, popular and trade journalism, fan magazines, studio publications, and industry records. Editor(s): Lewis, Jon; Smoodin, Eric. Num Pages: 400 pages, 26 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 157 x 25. Weight in Grams: 578.
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822338215
ISBN
9780822338215
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.70

Paperback. The Welsh Fairy Book is a beautifully written collection of fairy tales and folk stories, first printed by the University of Wales Press in 1952. Illustrator(s): Pogany, Willy. Num Pages: 310 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; JFHF; YFJ. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 214 x 145 x 25. Weight in Grams: 436.
Publisher
University of Wales Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Condition
New
SKU
V9780708312575
ISBN
9780708312575
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.17

Hardcover. For centuries, people have been fascinated and enchanted by tales of mermaids. These watery temptresses can be found in folklore and mythology from every tradition in the world. This title delves into the myths surrounding these enigmatic beings, explores the common symbols associated with them, and presents tales of merfolk from around the world. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 143 x 20. Weight in Grams: 358. An Enchanting Exploration of Their Myths, Legend, and Lore. 224 pages, illustrations. For centuries, people have been fascinated and enchanted by tales of mermaids. These watery temptresses can be found in folklore and mythology from every tradition in the world. This title delves into the myths surrounding these enigmatic beings, explores the common symbols associated with them, and presents tales of merfolk from around the world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFHF. Dimension: 197 x 143 x 20. Weight: 356.
Publisher
Adams Media
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781440538575
ISBN
9781440538575
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.65

Paperback. This third edition of the leading textbook on personalisation considers key policy changes since 2009 and new research into the extension and outcomes of personal budgets. It is essential reading for students, practitioners and policy makers in social work and community care services. . Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 172. .
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Revised, Updated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447326762
ISBN
9781447326762
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.53

Paperback. "The Truth and Reconciliation Commission" was established to investigate more than 30 years of human rights violations under apartheid. This book presents Jillian Edelstein's four-year project photographing the victims and perpetrators of apartheid. Num Pages: 196 pages, 120 duotone photographs. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; AJCR; HBJH; HBLW3; JFFJ; JFSL; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 251 x 202 x 21. Weight in Grams: 900.
Publisher
Granta Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
196
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781862074460
ISBN
9781862074460
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 22.12

Paperback. As a wave of open misogyny swept through French literature and society, a new generation of professional women writers took up pen to redress the situation. This book analyzes and challenges the way in which these women writers have been marginalized and offers reappraisals of their thematically and aesthetically innovative works. Series: Berg French Studies. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADF; 3JJG; DSBH; DSK; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 144 x 14. Weight in Grams: 298. An excellent, clean copy
Condition
Used, Like New
Publisher
Berg Publishers Oxford
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
SKU
KRS0018107
ISBN
9781859731185
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 5.49

Paperback. Government and NGOs (non-governmental organizations) in Asia face critical development challenges. This volume examines ways to improve the policy environment for NGOs in Asia so that they may contribute more effectively to the development process. Editor(s): Heyzer, Noeleen; Riker, James V.; Quizon, Antonio B. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; JFC; JPA; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 187 x 15. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
1995th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333639306
ISBN
9780333639306
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.79

Paperback. One October night in 1975, Richard, aged five, was alone with his sisters. Their mother didn't return home as she became the victim of a killer and from that moment their childhoods were destroyed. They lived a life without love or support, until one day in the late Nineties when Richard decided that no one was going to rescue their lives but him. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; JFFE1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 115 x 20. Weight in Grams: 168.
Publisher
Ebury Press London
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091898229
ISBN
9780091898229
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.29

Paperback. Translator(s): Trask, Willard R. Num Pages: 576 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRAB; HRLK; JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 154 x 230 x 32. Weight in Grams: 850.
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Number of pages
576
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1985
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226204031
ISBN
9780226204031
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 37.30

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