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Hardcover. Based on research conducted in a three year, mixed-method, multi-site National Science Foundation, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Talent Expansion Program Project, this book offers a comprehensive look into how engineering department culture and climate impacts the successful retention of female and minority college students. Editor(s): Borman, K. M.; Halperin, Rhoda H.; Tyson, Will. Series: Palgrave Studies in Urban Education. Num Pages: 223 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JNMN; TBC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230619357
- ISBN
- 9780230619357
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Condition: New
€ 53.36€ 46.85
€ 53.36
€ 46.85
Hardcover. In the face of high unemployment in Europe for the past thirty years, the unemployed have organized themselves and mobilized at levels ranging from the local to the transnational. This work explores why, when, and how the unemployed move from acquiescence to protest. Editor(s): Chabanet, Didier; Faniel, Jean. Series: Europe in Transition: The NYU European Studies Series. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JFFA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 165 x 22. Weight in Grams: 578.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230619395
- ISBN
- 9780230619395
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Condition: New
€ 67.79
€ 67.79
Hardcover. This book introduces readers to a wide range of interpretations that take oral history and folklore as the premise with a focus on Italian and Italian American culture in disciplines such as history, ethnography, memoir, art, and music. Editor(s): Del Giudice, Luisa. Series: Italian and Italian American Studies. Num Pages: 282 pages, 17 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1DST; 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB; HBTD; JFSL1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 161 x 20. Weight in Grams: 526.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230619470
- ISBN
- 9780230619470
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.71
€ 67.71
Hardcover. In this book, the contributors challenge dominant discourses and practices in the fields of early childhood and middle grades education that are based on the last century's grand developmental theories. Editor(s): Lee, Kyunghwa; Vagle, Mark D. Series: Critical Cultural Studies of Childhood. Num Pages: 273 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNLB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 138 x 19. Weight in Grams: 416.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230619807
- ISBN
- 9780230619807
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Condition: New
€ 53.36€ 47.45
€ 53.36
€ 47.45
Hardcover. Examines a range of texts commemorating European holy women from the ninth through fifteenth centuries. Explores the relationship between memorial practices and identity formation. Draws upon much of the recent scholarly interest in the nature and uses of memory. Editor(s): Cotter-Lynch, Margaret; Herzog, Brad. Series: New Middle Ages. Num Pages: 288 pages, biography. BIC Classification: DSBB; HBLC1; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 217 x 21. Weight in Grams: 456.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230619869
- ISBN
- 9780230619869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.23
€ 67.23
Hardcover. In The Future of Diversity, distinguished academic leaders, heads of universities and foundations as well as faculty with valuable research and personal experience, discuss the next stage in the pursuit of democratic diversity and excellence on our campuses across the country. Editor(s): Little, Daniel; Mohanty, Satya P. Series: Future of Minority Studies. Num Pages: 254 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 164 x 19. Weight in Grams: 410.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230620681
- ISBN
- 9780230620681
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Hardcover. This book examines the evolution of Black Power activism at the local level. Comprised of essays that examine Black Power's impact at the grassroots level in cities in the North, South, Mid-West and West, this anthology expands on the profusion of new scholarship that is taking a second look at Black Power. Editor(s): Joseph, Peniel E. Series: Contemporary Black History. Num Pages: 261 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 496.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230620766
- ISBN
- 9780230620766
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.32
€ 128.32
Paperback. This book examines the evolution of Black Power activism at the local level. Comprised of essays that examine Black Power's impact at the grassroots level in cities in the North, South, Mid-West and West, this anthology expands on the profusion of new scholarship that is taking a second look at Black Power. Editor(s): Joseph, Peniel E. Series: Contemporary Black History. Num Pages: 261 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 378.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230620773
- ISBN
- 9780230620773
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 138.51
€ 138.51
Hardcover. In the last few decades the people of the African diaspora have intensified their struggles against racial discrimination and for equality. This account of these social movements include action in Latin America, the Indian Ocean World, Europe, Canada and the United States. Editor(s): Mullings, Leith. Series: Critical Black Studies. Num Pages: 334 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 598.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230621398
- ISBN
- 9780230621398
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.01
€ 129.01
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230621787
- ISBN
- 9780230621787
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.14
€ 150.14
Paperback. Addressing values and politics in the Muslim world, this pioneering volume examines attitudes towards democracy and politics, between the elite and the publics of Islamic and European countries. It also examines the political and economic consequences of religious beliefs; the perceptions of outsiders; family and health. Editor(s): Moaddel, Mansoor. Num Pages: 375 pages, 13 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; JFSR2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 496.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230621985
- ISBN
- 9780230621985
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Condition: New
€ 67.11
€ 67.11
Hardcover. This book analyzes equity and diversity in schools and teacher education. Within this broad and necessary context, the book raises some critical issues not previously explored in many multicultural and urban education texts. Editor(s): Milner, H. Richard. Num Pages: 252 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNFR; JNL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 142 x 18. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622043
- ISBN
- 9780230622043
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Condition: New
€ 53.36€ 47.28
€ 53.36
€ 47.28
Hardcover. This edited collection about migration in Nigeria reflects on the state's use of power in society, particularly in Africa. Editor(s): Adebanwi, Wale; Obadare, Ebenezer. Series: Africa Connects. Num Pages: 269 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HFDN; HBJH; HBTB; JFFN; JPV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 218 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622340
- ISBN
- 9780230622340
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.16
€ 67.16
Hardcover. The continuing gap in achievement between traditionally underserved students (students of color, English learners, and poor children) and their middle-class white peers, however, has provoked questions of the effectiveness of current mathematics teaching practices for meeting the needs of these students. Editor(s): Foote, Mary Q. Num Pages: 254 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNS; JNT; JNU; YQM. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education; (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622395
- ISBN
- 9780230622395
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.36€ 47.12
€ 53.36
€ 47.12
Hardcover. An in-depth look at Abraham Lincoln's leadership, both before and during his presidency. Lincoln led through times of confusion, war, and dissent. The set of chapters included in this volume are based on papers that constituted part of the 2008-2009 Jepson Leadership Forum at the Jepson School of Leadership Studies at the University of Richmond. Editor(s): Goethals, George; McDowell, Gary L. Series: Jepson Studies in Leadership. Num Pages: 242 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622838
- ISBN
- 9780230622838
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.82
€ 66.82
Hardcover. The volume analyses key political themes and debates in German politics, with a particular focus on the dynamics of the forthcoming federal elections and the transformations emerging out of them. Editor(s): Bolgherini, Silvia; Grotz, Florian. Series: Europe in Transition: The NYU European Studies Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DFG; JPV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 162 x 18. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622852
- ISBN
- 9780230622852
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.89
€ 66.89
Hardcover. In contrast to a globalizing approach to 'transnational organized crime,' this edited volume studies socio-historical environments in which mafia-esque violence has found a fertile ground for growth and development within the political arena. Editor(s): Briquet, Jean-Louis; Favarel-Garrigues, Gilles. Series: The Sciences Po Series in International Relations and Political Economy. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKVM; JPH; JPZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 219 x 148 x 19. Weight in Grams: 394. The Hidden Face of Politics. Series: Sciences Po Series in Ir and PE. 272 pages. Editor(s): Briquet, Jean-Louis; Favarel-Garrigues, Gilles. In contrast to a globalizing approach to 'transnational organized crime,' this edited volume studies socio-historical environments in which mafia-esque violence has found a fertile ground for growth and development within the political arena. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: JKVM; JPH; JPZ. Dimension: 219 x 148 x 19. Weight: 394.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230622869
- ISBN
- 9780230622869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.99
€ 66.99
Hardcover. This book explores the efficacy of innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to educational leadership preparation implemented at universities across the United States that serve K-12 populations in urban, rural, and suburban contexts. Editor(s): Jean-Marie, Gaetane; Normore, Anthony H. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNM; JNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 147 x 17. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230623538
- ISBN
- 9780230623538
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 77.62€ 66.04
€ 77.62
€ 66.04
Hardcover. This volume addresses questions such as: How do the unique experiences of Blacks in America influence their political psychology? What are the psychological mechanisms underlying Blacks' orientation toward politics and can these mechanisms help account for observed differences in Black political attitudes and behavior? Editor(s): Philpot, Tasha S.; White, Ismail K. Num Pages: 246 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JPA; JPV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 390. Identity, Opinion, and Action in the Post-Civil Rights Era. 264 pages, illustrations. Editor(s): Philpot, Tasha S.; White, Ismail K. This volume addresses questions such as: How do the unique experiences of Blacks in America influence their political psychology? What are the psychological mechanisms underlying Blacks' orientation toward politics and can these mechanisms help account for observed differences in Black political attitudes and behavior?. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JPA; JPV. Dimension: 220 x 146 x 20. Weight: 390.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230623552
- ISBN
- 9780230623552
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 116.79
€ 116.79
Hardcover. The links the conservative Right has sought to forge beyond the national over the last century have been too often neglected, and this volume sheds new light on transnationalism, the Right, and the ways the two interact. Editor(s): Power, Margaret; Durham, Martin. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Transnational History Series. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBTB; JPFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 146 x 15. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230623705
- ISBN
- 9780230623705
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.56
€ 66.56