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Paperback. A richly illustrated introduction to the engineering triumphs that made America modern In this age of microchips and deep space probes, it's hard to imagine life before electricity or passenger trains. Num Pages: 272 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC; PDR; PDX; TBC; TBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 371.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471140962
- ISBN
- 9780471140962
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 104.70
€ 104.70
Hardcover. Hurricane Andrew, the Mississippi River floods, a fire in the basement of a high-rise office buildingdisasters cost billions in lost business every year. This book helps companies create and implement disaster contingency plans in event of a business interruption. It shows what to do before, during and after the emergency. Num Pages: 432 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFC; JKSW; KJMV4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 187 x 28. Weight in Grams: 972.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471142058
- ISBN
- 9780471142058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.73
€ 148.73
Paperback. Culled from the records of the National Register of Historic Places, a roster of all types of significant properties across the United States, African American Historic Places includes over 800 places in 42 states and two U.S. territories that have played a role in black American history. Editor(s): Savage, Beth L. Num Pages: 624 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFF; JFSL3; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 179 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1043.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 624
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471143451
- ISBN
- 9780471143451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.79
€ 62.79
Hardcover. With the decline in rural population from forty percent at the turn of the century, to about 4 percent now, many small towns have been virtually depopulated. However, some communities are planning and taking action to assure their development in sustainable ways. Editor(s): Audirac, Ivonne. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: JFSF; JHBD; RNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 167 x 29. Weight in Grams: 858.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471152330
- ISBN
- 9780471152330
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 279.30
€ 279.30
Hardcover. This book is based on the premise that counseling and psychotherapy services are useful and effective interventions with the mental retardation and borderline populations. Editor(s): Strohmer, Douglas C.; Prout, H. Thompson. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN2; MJN; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 165 x 26. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471162056
- ISBN
- 9780471162056
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 176.35
€ 176.35
Paperback. This book responds to the Learning Through Landscapes movement that is transforming school grounds in Europe. It helps designers respond to the needs of children and the adults who supervise them and design outdoor environments that are educating and fun. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations, plans. BIC Classification: AMVD; JFSP1; JFSP2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 190 x 15. Weight in Grams: 468.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471162223
- ISBN
- 9780471162223
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 114.57
€ 114.57
Hardcover. "From childhood onward, men appear to be at risk. Infant males are more likely to undergo complications during labor and delivery and to have more birth defects. Boys often manifest behavioral difficulties and learning disabilities in elementary school. Editor(s): Pollack, William S.; Levant, Ronald F. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 167 x 24. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471177722
- ISBN
- 9780471177722
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 176.35
€ 176.35
Hardcover. An ambitious, intelligent, and very readable guide to understanding our present and our future. "-Harry Beckwith, author of Selling the Invisible No one can foretell the future. Or can they? There are many who purport to-and they are making a fortune. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFR; KCJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 163 x 28. Weight in Grams: 650.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471181781
- ISBN
- 9780471181781
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 37.05
€ 47.99
€ 37.05
Hardcover. Praise for Serious Mental Illness and the Family "Serious Mental Illness and the Family is unique in building assessment, intervention, and collaborative strategies around specific types of clinical cases and life scenarios. The book will be an invaluable aid to mental health professionals working with severely ill clients and their families. Series: Wiley Series in Couples & Family Dynamics & Treatment. Num Pages: 374 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JHBK; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 168 x 37. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 374
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471181804
- ISBN
- 9780471181804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.43
€ 121.43
Hardcover. The second edition of this acclaimed reference provides step-by-step guidance on measuring children's behavior, intelligence, motor skills, neurological functioning, cognitive abilities, vocational aptitudes and interests, and more. Editor(s): Vance, H.Booney. Num Pages: 528 pages, tables, charts. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 261 x 187 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1098.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471193012
- ISBN
- 9780471193012
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.73
€ 148.73
Hardcover. This volume contains information on assessing, diagnosing and treatment planning for the range of psychiatric and psychologic problems children and adolescents may experience during their development. Editor(s): Harrison, Saul Isaac; Eth, Spencer. Num Pages: 848 pages, Illustrations, port. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2; JMC; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 285 x 221 x 50. Weight in Grams: 2252.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 5
- Number of pages
- 848
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471193302
- ISBN
- 9780471193302
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 519.52
€ 519.52
Paperback. In the last ten years, the number of books published for and about African American children has grown exponentially. Where once there was famine, there now is an absolute feast. With so many books to choose from, parents and children need guidance in finding the most interesting, best written, and most acclaimed titles available. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSY; GBCR; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 191 x 14. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471193531
- ISBN
- 9780471193531
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 19.17
€ 23.99
€ 19.17
Hardcover. A comprehensive review of psychopathology in older adults combining theory, research, and practice The tremendous growth of the aging population has dramatically increased the importance of clinical geropsychology as a major area of research, theory, and practice. Editor(s): Whitbourne, Susan Krauss. Series: Wiley Series in Adulthood and Aging. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JMAF; MJX; MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 265 x 188 x 31. Weight in Grams: 894.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471193593
- ISBN
- 9780471193593
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 152.50
€ 152.50
Paperback. PRAISE FOR LESSONS FROM THE TOP "[Lessons from the Top] challenges the vintage profile of the entrepreneur by showcasing the impressive and dynamic careers of African American executives who surmounted social, economic, and political barriers to gain their deserved place in today's world of the business elite. Num Pages: 238 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSL3; KJC; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 230 x 18. Weight in Grams: 428.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471213147
- ISBN
- 9780471213147
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 22.91
€ 27.99
€ 22.91
Paperback. AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY COMES TO LIFE Discover why young people all over the country are reading the Black Stars biographies of African American heroes. Here is what you want to know about the lives of brave black men and women during the Civil War and Reconstruction: dr. alexander t. Series: Black Stars. Num Pages: 122 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; JFSL3; YNH; YNM. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 234 x 194 x 8. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 122
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471220695
- ISBN
- 9780471220695
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 12.57
€ 13.99
€ 12.57
Paperback. CNBC Business News anchor introduces us to the female "Market Wizards" who have successfully challenged the last male bastion. Wall Street has long been perceived as a man's domain, but a generation of shrewd and successful women have proved just as good, if not better than their male peers in high finance. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 221 x 146 x 16. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471248408
- ISBN
- 9780471248408
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 23.86
€ 30.99
€ 23.86
Hardcover. Solution-oriented therapy focuses on eliciting, evoking, and highlighting the strengths of clients, as opposed to their pathology and deficits. Here, Robert Bertolino explains his great success in applying this model to the treatment of adolescents. He describes how to work with these young clients to help empower them to change their life scripts. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471249962
- ISBN
- 9780471249962
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 82.19
€ 82.19
Hardcover. With the graying of society, therapists are seeing more and more older clients. In this book, editor Michael Duffy brings together leading experts to explain the unique problems of older adults and describe effective treatment techniques. Editor(s): Duffy, Michael. Series: Wiley Series in Adulthood and Aging. Num Pages: 744 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSN2; MJX; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 188 x 54. Weight in Grams: 1506.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 744
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471254614
- ISBN
- 9780471254614
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 180.11
€ 180.11
Hardcover. Award-winning journalist Alfred Lubrano takes an incisive look at the estimated 65 million Americans who straddle the line between the middle-class communities in which they grew up and the upper-class corporate world they inhabit from nine to five. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 port. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 168 x 23. Weight in Grams: 536.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471263760
- ISBN
- 9780471263760
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 35.16
€ 45.99
€ 35.16
Hardcover. Praise for Unsolved Mysteries of American History "The facts are presented clearly and concisely, and the answers have been thoroughly researched using the most up-to-date sources. " -Newark Star Ledger "Everything that would make a great detective story. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; JFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 165 x 22. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471267058
- ISBN
- 9780471267058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 26.68
€ 33.99
€ 26.68