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Hardcover. A comprehensive compilation of stories connected to the Hebrew Bible. It focuses on that body of literature known as Midrash, the imaginative retelling and elaboration on Bible stories in which mythological tales about demons and magic co-exist with moralistic stories about the piety of the patriarchs. Num Pages: 1650 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFHF; JFSR1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 6452 x 4699 x 102. Weight in Grams: 3080.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society of Am Philadelphia
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
1650
Condition
New
SKU
V9780827607095
ISBN
9780827607095
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.75

Hardcover. Joha has Janus' double face: On the one hand, he is innocent and stupid; on the other, a trickster. He is a cheater and is cheated. He sets traps for others and falls into traps himself; he is simpleton and liar, victimizer and victim. Editor(s): Koen-Sarano, Matilda. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: HRJ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780827607224
ISBN
9780827607224
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.66

Paperback. Explores the body of Jewish literature called Midrash - creative interpretations of the Bible that are designed to reveal hidden or deeper meaning in Scripture. This title includes each of the over 50 midrashim that sit next to its corresponding biblical text so that readers can compare them. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRJ; HRLC1; JFSR1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780827607309
ISBN
9780827607309
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.44

Paperback. Is it morally acceptable to use surveillance and profiling to protect national security? Should war only be used in self-defense? Is torture in times of war morally acceptable? This title provides answers to such questions. Editor(s): Dorff, Elliot N.; Ruttenberg, Danya. Series: Jewish Choices, Jewish Voices. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFSR1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 284.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780827609068
ISBN
9780827609068
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99

Hardcover. "Published by the University of Nebraska Press as a Jewish Publication Society book"--Title page verso. Num Pages: 636 pages, 30 images, index. BIC Classification: JFSR1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1080.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society United States
Number of pages
636
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780827612617
ISBN
9780827612617
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 77.06

paperback. Presenting a study of the work of Joanna Russ, this book offers an introduction to the major feminist issues relevant to Russ' work and assesses its development. It is suitable for students of SF and feminist SF. Series: Liverpool Science Fiction Texts & Studies. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2ABM; DSBH; DSK; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 413.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780853236245
ISBN
9780853236245
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.68

Hardcover. Research in Social Movements Conflicts and Change showcases deeply empirical and often multi-method research by senior and junior scholars alike. Comparative analysis and qualitative case studies push into new territories in this illuminating and important research which seeks to define and advance the multiple fields reflected in the series title. Editor(s): Coy, Patrick G. Series: Research in Social Movements, Conflicts and Change. Num Pages: 322 pages, ill. BIC Classification: JFF; JHB; JNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
322
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780857240361
ISBN
9780857240361
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.16

Hardcover. Culture plays a central role in our understanding of migration as an economic phenomenon. This title emphasises on the distinctions in culture between migrants, the families they left behind, and the local population in the migration destination. Editor(s): Epstein, Gil; Gang, Ira. Series Editor(s): Beladi, Hamin; Choi, Eun Kwan. Series: Frontiers of Economics and Globalization. Num Pages: 757 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFFN; KCF; KCR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 58. Weight in Grams: 1256.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
757
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780857241535
ISBN
9780857241535
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 172.37

Hardcover. Looks at the impact of the key sociological issues faced by the new Obama Administration and explores conventional topics on race and ethnic relations as well as delving into fresh areas of intellectual inquiry regarding the changing scope of race relations in a global context. This title examines the 2008 Presidential Election. Editor(s): Cunnigen, Donald; Bruce, Marino. Series Editor(s): Cunnigen, Donald; Bruce, Marino. Series: Research in Race & Ethnic Relations. Num Pages: 346 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
346
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780857241672
ISBN
9780857241672
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.16

hardcover. Focuses on the challenges facing women who seek to create innovative entrepreneurial ventures, whilst also celebrating their scientific activities and contribution to technological advancement, society and economic development as a whole. This book investigates and demonstrates the innovative and inventive achievements of women. Editor(s): Marlow, Susan; Wynarczyk, Pooran. Series Editor(s): Henry, Colette; Marlow, Susan. Series: Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship Research. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; KJD; KJH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857243355
ISBN
9780857243355
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 119.57

Hardcover. This vibrant volume is a creative mix of contributions, including seminal essays and interpretive works, from researchers and writers in the area of popular music and major players in the bright future of symbolic interaction. Genres discussed range from country, jazz and the virtuoso to latino, grindcore and extreme metal. Editor(s): Denzin, Norman K. Series Editor(s): Denzin, Norman K. Series: Studies in Symbolic Interaction. Num Pages: 376 pages, ill. BIC Classification: JFFP; JMH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 159 x 237 x 32. Weight in Grams: 690.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857243614
ISBN
9780857243614
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.30

Hardback. Part of the "Research in Social Movements, Conflicts and Change" series, this title contains three sections of data-driven articles that address topics central to scholarship on social movements and conflict resolution. It also showcases research on a variety of movements, organizations and conflicts in ways that contribute to theory-building. Editor(s): Coy, Patrick G. Series Editor(s): Coy, Patrick G. Series: Research in Social Movements, Conflicts and Change. Num Pages: 344 pages, ill. BIC Classification: JFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 158 x 28. Weight in Grams: 662.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857246097
ISBN
9780857246097
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 143.94

Hardcover. Publishes theoretical analyses, reviews, and theory based empirical chapters on group phenomena. This title examines topics such as: graded status characteristics and expectation states; standardizing open interaction coding for status processes; creating community through language among San Pedro Longshoremen; and, more. Editor(s): Thye, Shane R.; Lawler, Edward. Series Editor(s): Lawler, Edward. Series: Advances in Group Processes. Num Pages: 350 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFFP; JFS; JMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
350
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780857247735
ISBN
9780857247735
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 143.94

Hardcover. Examines an array of issues related to disability and community. This title also examines a range of social institutions and practices such as education, employment, and cultural venues and the extent to which and how they include people with disabilities in the workings of these institutions. Editor(s): Scotch, Richard K.; Carey, Allison C. Series Editor(s): Barnartt, Sharon N.; Altman, Barbara Mandell. Series: Research in Social Science and Disability. Num Pages: 305 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 600.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
305
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780857247995
ISBN
9780857247995
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 153.42

Paperback. A collection of Sivanandan's work charting the history of post war black struggles against British racism Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; JFF; JFSL1. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 139 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 244.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Pluto Press London
Condition
New
SKU
V9780861043712
ISBN
9780861043712
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 24.73

Paperback. This book offers an expanded generic model of the study of female development as seen through 19th and 20th century novels and psychoanalytic research. Editor(s): Abel, Elizabeth; etc. Num Pages: 374 pages. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 144 x 218 x 32. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1983
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
374
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780874512519
ISBN
9780874512519
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.91

Paperback. A moving first-person account of the struggle between the Old Order Amish of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding society that threatens to drive them out. "An affecting mourning for the impending destruction of the Amish community. . . ".--Kirkus Reviews. Illustrator(s): Riehl, Susie. Num Pages: 204 pages, 20 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
204
Condition
New
SKU
V9780874516470
ISBN
9780874516470
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.32

Paperback. New perspectives on three centuries of Indian presence in New England Series: Re-encounters with Colonialism: New Perspectives on the Americas. Num Pages: 278 pages, 6 tables. 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
278
Condition
New
SKU
V9780874518191
ISBN
9780874518191
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.09

Paperback. Today's poets provide a new spin on Greek myths. Editor(s): DeNicola, Deborah. Num Pages: 354 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 2ABM; DCQ; DSC; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 531.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
354
Condition
New
SKU
V9780874519181
ISBN
9780874519181
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.09

Hardcover. This is the account of one person's experience among the Inupiat, who live in a treeless land far north of the Arctic Circle. It records occurrences of healing, spirit manifestation, and premonition in her narrative in a year in the life of an Eskimo community. Num Pages: 289 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWK; HRQM2; JFSL9; MX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 146 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Northern Illinois University Press United States
Number of pages
289
Condition
New
SKU
V9780875802121
ISBN
9780875802121
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.77

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