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Paperback. Theories of Globalization offers students and scholars a comprehensive and critical introduction to the concept of globalization. Barrie Axford expertly guides readers through the full range of perspectives on the topic, from international political economy to geography, global anthropology to cultural and communication studies. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 245 x 18. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634746
- ISBN
- 9780745634746
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.61
€ 34.61
Hardback. Theories of Globalization offers students and scholars a comprehensive and critical introduction to the concept of globalization. Barrie Axford expertly guides readers through the full range of perspectives on the topic, from international political economy to geography, global anthropology to cultural and communication studies. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 177 x 248 x 25. Weight in Grams: 632.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634753
- ISBN
- 9780745634753
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.38
€ 72.38
Hardback. The second edition of this widely used text has been carefully rewritten to ensure that it is up-to-date with cutting-edge debates, evidence, and policy changes. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 188 x 28. Weight in Grams: 834.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634852
- ISBN
- 9780745634852
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.25
€ 72.25
Hardback. * First systematic presentation of Bourdieu's views on democratic politics. * The volume includes two key essays by Bourdieu on the political field and political representation, and a very influential essay by Bourdieu and Wacquant on the dangers of American cultural imperialism in the intellectual world. Editor(s): Wacquant, Loic. Num Pages: 232 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 513.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634876
- ISBN
- 9780745634876
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.38
€ 72.38
Hardback. In this short and accessible introductory text, Gianfrano Poggi offers a masterly account of the most important themes in Webers writings. Assuming no previous knowledge of Webers work, the book focuses on his conception of sociology, social process, religion, and the genesis and nature of the modern state. This is Poggi at his very best. Num Pages: 148 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 339.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 148
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634890
- ISBN
- 9780745634890
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.09
€ 66.09
Paperback. Terrorists perform terrible acts. They maim, mutilate and kill in pursuit of their goals. The horrifying events of 9/11 and the regular suicide bombings around the world have made terrorism one of the central preoccupations of the twenty-first century. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 213 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745634982
- ISBN
- 9780745634982
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.54
€ 24.54
Hardback. * A major new trade title on one of the hottest topics in current affairs and world politics. Editor(s): Ahmed, Akbar S.; Forst, Brian. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: GTJ; JPS; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635019
- ISBN
- 9780745635019
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.40
€ 53.40
Paperback. * A major new trade title on one of the hottest topics in current affairs and world politics. Editor(s): Ahmed, Akbar S.; Forst, Brian. Num Pages: 160 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTJ; JPS; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635026
- ISBN
- 9780745635026
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.03
€ 22.03
Hardback. * A highly topical book which examines the intellectual history of comparing Europe and the United States. * Claus Offe considers the perspectives adopted by three of Europe's greatest social scientists - Alexis de Tocqueville, Max Weber and Theodor W. Adorno - in their comparative writings on Europe and the US. Num Pages: 140 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 144 x 15. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635057
- ISBN
- 9780745635057
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.80
€ 59.80
Paperback. * A highly topical book which examines the intellectual history of comparing Europe and the United States. * Claus Offe considers the perspectives adopted by three of Europe's greatest social scientists - Alexis de Tocqueville, Max Weber and Theodor W. Adorno - in their comparative writings on Europe and the US. Num Pages: 140 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 138 x 216 x 12. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635064
- ISBN
- 9780745635064
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.03
€ 22.03
Hardback. * A new book by one of the most original and brilliant social thinkers of our time. * Extends and develops some of the key themes in other Bauman titles, namely what it is like to live in a time of 'liquid modernity', identity, culture and consumerism. Num Pages: 172 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 237 x 21. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 172
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635149
- ISBN
- 9780745635149
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.09
€ 66.09
Paperback. Make no mistake, the normative authority of the United States of America lies in ruins. Such is the judgment of the most influential thinker in Europe today reflecting on the political repercussions of the war in Iraq. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 139 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 322.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635194
- ISBN
- 9780745635194
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.29
€ 23.29
Hardback. * Third edition of an established key text on the welfare state. * Offers comprehensive and remarkably well-informed introduction to classic and contemporary debates, as well as the future of welfare. * Draws on an international range of examples and literature, including US, continental and northern Europe. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635200
- ISBN
- 9780745635200
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.38
€ 72.38
Paperback. Debating Globalization is a short, accessible introduction to the debate about globalization written by many of the most prominent figures in the field. Published by Polity in association with openDemocracy, the book is notable not just for focusing on the pressing difficulties facing our world, but also on solutions. Editor(s): Barnett, Anthony; Held, David; Henderson, Caspar. Num Pages: 200 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 188 x 137 x 16. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635255
- ISBN
- 9780745635255
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.29
€ 23.29
Hardback. * An accessible introduction to a key concept in political science and related disciplines. * Global governance is a contested concept with several competing definitions; this book gives a clear overview of the relevant debates. Series: Key Concepts. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 137 x 21. Weight in Grams: 374.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635293
- ISBN
- 9780745635293
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.09
€ 66.09
Paperback. * An accessible introduction to a key concept in political science and related disciplines. * Global governance is a contested concept with several competing definitions; this book gives a clear overview of the relevant debates. Series: Key Concepts. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 139 x 16. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635309
- ISBN
- 9780745635309
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.54
€ 24.54
Hardback. * Why do people use drugs? * What happens when people are intoxicated? * Are we being medicated into normality? Drugs and intoxication have been facts of human life for millennia. Across the world, many people use illicit drugs, smoke, and drink alcohol. Yet very little has been written about their experiences. Num Pages: 234 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH1. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635330
- ISBN
- 9780745635330
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.25
€ 72.25
Hardback. Globalization is characterised by persistent poverty and growing inequality. Conventional wisdom has it that this global poverty is residual - as globalization deepens, the poor will be lifted out of destitution. The policies of the World Bank, the IMF and the WTO echo this belief and push developing countries ever deeper into the global economy. Num Pages: 304 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFA; JFFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 617.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635538
- ISBN
- 9780745635538
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 78.69
€ 78.69
Hardback. Understanding Cultural Globalization is a comprehensive and highly accessible introduction to the critical debates surrounding cultural globalization. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 237 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635576
- ISBN
- 9780745635576
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.38
€ 72.38
Hardback. The study of surveillance is more relevant than ever before. The fast growth of the field of surveillance studies reflects both the urgency of civil liberties and privacy questions in the war on terror era and the classical social science debates over the power of watching and classification, from Bentham to Foucault and beyond. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745635910
- ISBN
- 9780745635910
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 78.69
€ 78.69