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Hardback. Analyzes the function of informal institutions in Latin America and how they support or weaken democratic governance. This work examines how informal rules shape the performance of state and democratic institutions, offering insights into contemporary problems of governability, and unrule of law. Editor(s): Helmke, Gretchen; Levitsky, Steven. Num Pages: 368 pages, 6, 6 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTN; JPHV; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801883514
ISBN
9780801883514
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.15

Paperback. Analyzes the function of informal institutions in Latin America and how they support or weaken democratic governance. This work examines how informal rules shape the performance of state and democratic institutions, offering insights into contemporary problems of governability, and unrule of law. Editor(s): Helmke, Gretchen; Levitsky, Steven. Num Pages: 368 pages, 6, 6 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTN; JPHV; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801883521
ISBN
9780801883521
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.71

Hardback. Editor(s): Helmes-Hayes, Rick; Santoro, Marco. Series: Anthem Companions to Sociology. Num Pages: 250 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Anthem Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
250
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857281784
ISBN
9780857281784
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.46

hardcover. This collection of papers by five of Canada's top sociologists subjects John Porter's landmark study to renewed scrutiny and traces the dramatic changes since Porter's time - both in Canadian society and in the agenda of Canadian sociology. Editor(s): Helmes-Hayes, Rick; Curtis, James. Num Pages: 256 pages, 10tabs. BIC Classification: GBC; JFSL1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802009173
ISBN
9780802009173
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 78.71

Hardback. A growing number of Jews identify themselves as secular or "somewhat secular." Is this expansive definition of Jewishness a new phenomenon? What are its roots? This insightful book provides an overview of a profound development in the evolving history of Jewish life in America. Editor(s): Heller, Zachary I.; Gordis, David M. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JFSR1; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761857938
ISBN
9780761857938
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.78

Paperback. Drawing on advances in the social sciences, this book shows how rigorous, theory-based empirical research can help improve the management of public policies and programs - and how better governance can lead to better performance. It shows how more sophisticated research in public management can help improve government performance. Editor(s): Heinrich, Carolyn J.; Lynn, Laurence E. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBC; JKSB; JP; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 155 x 228 x 20. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878407996
ISBN
9780878407996
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 75.03

Paperback. Editor(s): Heinlein, Michael; Kropp, Cordula; Neumer, Judith; Poferl, Angelika; Romhild, Regina. Num Pages: 240 pages, 3 b/w & 3 colour illus. BIC Classification: HB; JFFR; JFFS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 151 x 19. Weight in Grams: 380.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Transcript Verlag Germany
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9783837620764
ISBN
9783837620764
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 32.92

Hardback. A study of contemporary Okinawan culture, politics and historical memory. It argues that the long Japanese tradition of defining Okinawa as a subordinate part of Japan means that all claims of Okinawan distinctiveness necessarily become part of the larger debate over contemporary identity. Editor(s): Hein, Laura; Selden, Mark. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 352 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; HBJF; HBLW; JFC; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 549.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742518650
ISBN
9780742518650
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 190.24

This volume summarizes the evidence on aspects of juvenile delinquency prevention, assessment, and intervention. Editor(s): Heilbrun, Kirk; Goldstein, Naomi E. Sevin; Redding, Richard E. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKVQ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 155 x 29. Weight in Grams: 640.
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195160079
ISBN
9780195160079
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.16

Paperback. Deals with the interaction of aesthetic and technological dimensions within the formation of contemporary society. This book discusses the production of time and space, self and nature, individual and society in the image of technology. Editor(s): Heil, Reinhard; Kaminiski, Andreas; Stippak, Marcus; Unger, Alexander; Ziegler, Marc. Num Pages: 366 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JH; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 137 x 224 x 26. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Transcript Verlag Germany
Number of pages
366
Condition
New
SKU
V9783899425185
ISBN
9783899425185
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 36.42

Hardback. This volume combines vivid descriptions of various public celebrations with a sophisticated methodological and theoretical approach. Editor(s): Heideking, Jurgen; Fabre, Genevieve. Num Pages: 316 pages, 12 ills. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GTB; JHBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 620.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Berghahn Books, Incorporated United States
Number of pages
316
Condition
New
SKU
V9781571812377
ISBN
9781571812377
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.16

Paperback. Since the Taliban seized Kabul in 1996, the public has grappled with the relationship between Islamic education and radical Islam. This work examines the varieties of modern Muslim education and their implications for national and global politics. It describes that Islamic education is neither traditional nor medieval, but rather complex. Editor(s): Hefner, Robert W.; Zaman, Muhammad Qasim. Series: Princeton Studies in Muslim Politics. Num Pages: 296 pages, 5 tables. BIC Classification: HRH; JNL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691129334
ISBN
9780691129334
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.29

hardcover. This newly expanded and reorganized collection of readings provides a compelling exploration of what arguably remains the single most important problem in social theory: the problem of social order. Editor(s): Hechter, Michael; Horne, Christine. Num Pages: 368 pages, 1 table, 12 figures, 1 illustration. BIC Classification: JHBA; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 816.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804758727
ISBN
9780804758727
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 159.30

Paperback. Editor(s): Heath, Jennifer; Zahedi, Ashraf. Series: Louann Atkins Temple Women & Culture Series. Num Pages: 388 pages, 13 b 2 b&w illus., 1 b&w map. BIC Classification: JFSP1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 230 x 23. Weight in Grams: 542.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
388
Condition
New
SKU
V9781477309889
ISBN
9781477309889
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.17

Hardback. Editor(s): Hayman, Rachel; King, Sophie; Kontinen, Tiina; Narayanaswamy, Lata. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JPS; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853399251
ISBN
9781853399251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.94

Paperback. The two-month long election day in Florida made one thing clear: we need to find ways to make the American political system more responsive to the demands of all citizens. This book provides a critical assessement of a broad range of electoral reforms proposed to enhance responsive government. Editor(s): Hayduk, Ronald; Mattson, Kevin. Series: People, Passions, and Power: Social Movements, Interest Organizations and the Political Process. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHV; JPL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 385.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742517509
ISBN
9780742517509
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.97

Hardback. The two-month long election day in Florida made one thing clear: we need to find ways to make the American political system more responsive to the demands of all citizens. This book provides a critical assessement of a broad range of electoral reforms proposed to enhance responsive government. Editor(s): Hayduk, Ronald; Mattson, Kevin. Series: People, Passions, and Power: Social Movements, Interest Organizations and the Political Process. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHV; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742517493
ISBN
9780742517493
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 162.19

Paperback. The international contributors to this collection ask us to pause and consider the complex ways in which value is created and destroyed. Their diverse approaches of ethics, philosophy, cultural studies, and politics are at the forefront of a new field of 'ecohumanites.' Editor(s): Hawkins, Gay; Muecke, Stephen. Num Pages: 160 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JF; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 147 x 13. Weight in Grams: 250.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742519824
ISBN
9780742519824
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.50

Hardback. The international contributors to this collection ask us to pause and consider the complex ways in which value is created and destroyed. Their diverse approaches of ethics, philosophy, cultural studies, and politics are at the forefront of a new field of 'ecohumanites.' Editor(s): Hawkins, Gay; Muecke, Stephen. Num Pages: 144 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JH; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 17. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742519817
ISBN
9780742519817
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 164.80

hardcover. A growing fascination with flows of people and commodities poses fresh theoretical and methodical challenges to anthropology. This collection of essays considers how conceptions and roles of commodities may change in response to widening spheres of economic interaction and exchange. Editor(s): Haugerud, Angelique; Stone, Priscilla M.; Little, Peter D. Series: Monographs in Economic Anthropology Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, index. BIC Classification: JFFS; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 449.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847699421
ISBN
9780847699421
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 182.65

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