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Paperback. This book addresses the effects of corruption in Nigeria and provides a concise overview for a lasting solution. Offering insight from the authors' original thinking and experiences, the book traces corruption from colonial rule through nearly fifty years of successive civilian and military government, counter coupes, and ethical reform programs. Num Pages: 88 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFDN; JPZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 5. Weight in Grams: 149.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 88
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761852179
- ISBN
- 9780761852179
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.14
€ 51.14
Hardback. This book tells the Korean immigrants' life stories in California's eight San Joaquin Valley farm communities. It describes how they survived through discrimination and injustices in the early 20th century America, and also details the Korean immigrants' efforts to regain their lost motherland from Japanese colonialism (1910-1945). Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; 3JJ; HBJK; HBLW; JFSL3; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 549.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761852193
- ISBN
- 9780761852193
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.47
€ 137.47
Paperback. This book presents an analysis of female sexuality in the literary texts of two Hispanic feminist writers: Cristina Escofet and Isabel Allende. Both writers create alternative realities and emphasize the use of subconscious knowledge to help readers understand sexuality and make changes in our unjust hierarchical world. Num Pages: 130 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 154 x 8. Weight in Grams: 213.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 130
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761852223
- ISBN
- 9780761852223
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.14
€ 56.14
Paperback. Author Patrick Mendis explores unseen forces that have guided America to global dominance. He details how the creation of Madison's 'Universal Empire' through Hamilton's 'Federalism' realizes Jefferson's 'Empire of Liberty.' The author then unveils America's Masonic endgame of universal brotherhood: E Pluribus Unum. Num Pages: 318 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761852445
- ISBN
- 9780761852445
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.47
€ 69.47
Paperback. This book offers a frank and honest assessment of the opportunities and challenges ahead for both the US and the wider world, examining the leading economic, political, and social issues in the context of the several rational choice theories and the emergence of challenges to entrenched Western interests. Num Pages: 198 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 11. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 198
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761852940
- ISBN
- 9780761852940
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.50
€ 62.50
Paperback. This book focuses on the various racial and cultural challenges facing African-Americans in the context of present day educational, political, and historical realities. It discusses the psychology of race and power, the plight of the modern black intellectual, and the need to enhance the educational standing of American citizens. Num Pages: 130 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 227.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 130
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853022
- ISBN
- 9780761853022
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.52
€ 58.52
Paperback. Num Pages: 118 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPCW; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 158 x 7. Weight in Grams: 195.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 118
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853190
- ISBN
- 9780761853190
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.02
€ 56.02
Paperback. This book traces the remarkable political career of former Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen, which has featured multiple returns from seeming oblivion. The author provides a balanced look at Allen's successes and failures, and the reader will learn as much about recent American politics as about Allen himself. Num Pages: 262 pages. BIC Classification: JPHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853213
- ISBN
- 9780761853213
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 72.29
€ 72.29
Paperback. This book candidly reports the experiences of one middle school principal for 160 consecutive days with little or no editing. The material is much more than the typical case study. The events are presented in context; the results of actions taken are seen in the daily lives of all affected. Num Pages: 106 pages. BIC Classification: JNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 155 x 6. Weight in Grams: 177.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 106
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853305
- ISBN
- 9780761853305
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.90
€ 55.90
Hardback. Aniagolu examines the dynamics of race and gender in the history of the United States, concluding that white American women collaborated with white American men as 'Co-Whites' or co-partners in the management and maintenance of white supremacy in the United States. Num Pages: 354 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 354
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853404
- ISBN
- 9780761853404
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 138.66
€ 138.66
Paperback. Aniagolu examines the dynamics of race and gender in the history of the United States, concluding that white American women collaborated with white American men as 'Co-Whites' or co-partners in the management and maintenance of white supremacy in the United States. Num Pages: 354 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 354
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853411
- ISBN
- 9780761853411
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 88.09
€ 88.09
Paperback. This work addresses the relationship between the Catholic imagination, acceptance of the other, and -- using the case of Haitian- and African-Americans -- suggests the concept is a useful tool for the study of diasporic cultures. Num Pages: 132 pages. BIC Classification: JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 213.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 132
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853657
- ISBN
- 9780761853657
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.99
€ 54.99
Paperback. This book provides seminal data on what has been found to best motivate faculty to teach online. This information is critical to most universities because, in order to stay competitive, many will increase their online course offerings. Faculty will be needed to design and teach these programs. Num Pages: 268 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 268
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761853695
- ISBN
- 9780761853695
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.88
€ 68.88
Paperback. This book recounts Buckler's life in the Peace Corps after a heartbreaking divorce and demanding career prompt him to make a change. Assigned to a village school in Malawi, Buckler opens his home to three boys, embarking with them on a journey of cross-cultural discovery, personal sacrifice, and transformative growth. Num Pages: 228 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFMM; BM; JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854012
- ISBN
- 9780761854012
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.09
€ 65.09
Paperback. This book argues that understanding long-term trends is just as important as understanding short-term trends in United States foreign policy. Building upon the works of Frank L. Klingberg and his 1985 book, Holmes argues that US interests and world trends are important keys to understanding American foreign policy. Num Pages: 182 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 11. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 182
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854036
- ISBN
- 9780761854036
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.08
€ 60.08
Hardback. This book recounts Buckler's life in the Peace Corps after a heartbreaking divorce and demanding career prompt him to make a change. Assigned to a village school in Malawi, Buckler opens his home to three boys, embarking with them on a journey of cross-cultural discovery, personal sacrifice, and transformative growth. Num Pages: 228 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMM; BM; JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 517.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854159
- ISBN
- 9780761854159
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.10
€ 127.10
Paperback. This book is developed from a study of an inner city, urban elementary school that has undergone serial comprehensive school reforms. This book is intended for a fuller understanding of school improvement and effectiveness, providing commonsense recommendations for the future direction of American education that aim to promote student success. Num Pages: 134 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 134
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854432
- ISBN
- 9780761854432
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.05
€ 55.05
Paperback. Using a mixed-method approach, Unintended Consequences of Human Actions documents a wide range of unintended and unanticipated consequences of human actions. The major message is the urgent need to review a range of possible outcomes of human actions. During these fragile times "looking down the road" has become imperative. Num Pages: 100 pages. BIC Classification: JFF; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 6. Weight in Grams: 167.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854456
- ISBN
- 9780761854456
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.40
€ 52.40
Paperback. Num Pages: 204 pages. BIC Classification: JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 313.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854616
- ISBN
- 9780761854616
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.75
€ 63.75
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761854715
- ISBN
- 9780761854715
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 80.85
€ 80.85