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Paperback. An ethnography exploring the encounter between modernizing visions of development, the place-based life projects of the Yshiro indigenous people of the Paraguayan Chaco, and the agendas of scholars and activists. Series: New Ecologies for the Twenty-First Century. Num Pages: 320 pages, 3 maps, 2 figures. BIC Classification: 1KLS; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 440.
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822345459
ISBN
9780822345459
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 28.71

Paperback. Footbinding originated in the dance culture of China's medieval court and spread to gentry families, brothels, maid's quarters, and peasant households. Neither condemning nor defending foot-binding, this work debunks many myths and misconceptions about its origins, development, and its eventual end. Num Pages: 360 pages, 53 b/w photographs, 1 map, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1FPC; HBTB; JFCK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 148 x 25. Weight in Grams: 596. A Revisionist History of Footbinding. 360 pages, Illustrations, map. Footbinding originated in the dance culture of China's medieval court and spread to gentry families, brothels, maid's quarters, and peasant households. Neither condemning nor defending foot-binding, this work debunks many myths and misconceptions about its origins, development, and its eventual end. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1FPC; HBTB; JFCK. Dimension: 224 x 148 x 25. Weight: 566.
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520253902
ISBN
9780520253902
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.15

Paperback. This book provides essential information and guidance to help parents and professionals to understand the diagnosis, treatment and management of childhood obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The book covers the causes and presentation of childhood OCD, as well as OCD related illnesses, and treatments for OCD. Editor(s): Lewin, Adam B.; Storch, Eric A. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JMC; MMJ; VFJB; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849057837
ISBN
9781849057837
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.57

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781483308012
ISBN
9781483308012
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.14

Paperback. Presents a critique of private property and the social relations it generates. This book argues that capitalism would create an ever-increasing division in wealth and welfare, predicting its abolition and replacement by a system with common ownership of the means of production. Translator(s): Fowkes, Ben. Num Pages: 1152 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA; JPFC; JPFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 195 x 50. Weight in Grams: 786.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Number of pages
1152
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140445688
ISBN
9780140445688
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.10

Paperback. Here, now fully updated for the twenty-first century, is the complex and fascinating history of the formation of the British Women Police. Full of drama, intrigue and humour, it also captures, through well-authenticated primary material, the colour and manner of the times. Num Pages: 256 pages, Approx. 15 photos. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBT; JFSJ1; JKSW1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 217 x 19. Weight in Grams: 332.
Publisher
NAG Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719814228
ISBN
9780719814228
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.46

Paperback. Focus on the right things An education leader s job can seem overwhelming, but it doesn t have to be that way. Research shows that by spending time on just a few high-payoff strategies, leaders can bring about the meaningful change their schools and districts need. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118834411
ISBN
9781118834411
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 25.05

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9781412905916
ISBN
9781412905916
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 46.89

Paperback. The fourth book in Ashcroft's Heroes series tells the extraordinary stories behind his collection of British and Commonwealth flying gallantry medals. Num Pages: 480 pages, Insets converted for short run. BIC Classification: HBW; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 29. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group
Number of pages
464
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755363902
ISBN
9780755363902
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. For all students undertaking work-based and academic undergraduate degrees in early years, this book focuses upon how reflective learning develops the practitioner's professional practice, academic knowledge and understanding. Num Pages: 184 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNLA. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 175 x 10. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
184
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781446200568
ISBN
9781446200568
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 46.89

Paperback. Includes a fresh foreword by anthropologist Marilyn Strathern. This volume discusses the ongoing response to the book and the debates it has engendered. Num Pages: 250 pages, 68 line drawings, 3 maps, 58 tables. BIC Classification: JHMC; KC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 25. Weight in Grams: 514.
Publisher
HAU
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Second Edition, Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780990505013
ISBN
9780990505013
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 28.31

Paperback. Anthropological linguistics is concerned with the place of language in its social and cultural context. This book provides a review of research questions which span the disciplines of linguinitics and anthropology, yet presents a biologically based view of this cross-disciplinary field. Series: Language in Society. Num Pages: 520 pages, 0. BIC Classification: CFB; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 29. Weight in Grams: 642.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
520
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631151227
ISBN
9780631151227
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.26

Hardback. Every rising public health leader, frontline clinician, and policymaker in the country should read this book to better understand how they can contribute to a more integrated and supportive healthcare system. Num Pages: 312 pages, 1, 1 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFH; JPP; LNTJ; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 169 x 237 x 25. Weight in Grams: 564.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421420448
ISBN
9781421420448
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 25.18

Paperback. Num Pages: 72 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 144 x 9. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
Daimon Verlag Switzerland
Number of pages
72
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
De Luxe Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9783856305994
ISBN
9783856305994
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.68

Paperback. Surveying the life, aims, character and inspiration of Muhammad, this classic introduction explains the history, form and chronology of the Qur'an, and gives the views of Muslim and Occidental scholars. Series: The New Edinburgh Islamic Surveys. Num Pages: 272 pages, notes, tables, index. BIC Classification: HRH; HRLC1; JFSR2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 138 x 20. Weight in Grams: 352. Series: The New Edinburgh Islamic Surveys. 272 pages, notes, tables, index. Surveying the life, aims, character and inspiration of Muhammad, this classic introduction explains the history, form and chronology of the Qur'an, and gives the views of Muslim and Occidental scholars. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: HRH; HRLC1; JFSR2. Dimension: 218 x 138 x 20. Weight: 352.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748605972
ISBN
9780748605972
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.17

Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 x 8pp colour plate. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPN; HBJD1; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 21. Weight in Grams: 204.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408859186
ISBN
9781408859186
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.72

Hardback. Offers a balanced view of the complexities of the African Muslim past while looking toward Africa's future role in the globalized Muslim world Num Pages: 376 pages, 18 maps. BIC Classification: 1H; HRHP; JFSR2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 236 x 29. Weight in Grams: 688.
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
376
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253007889
ISBN
9780253007889
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 60.32

Paperback. Outlines what a newly qualified teacher needs to know in order to be an immediate success in the classroom. The book includes a substantial section on every new teacher's biggest concern: behaviour management, as well as giving tips on: various teaching methods; lesson planning; assessment; and ways of organising the classroom. Num Pages: 220 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 182 x 17. Weight in Grams: 542. 220 pages, Illustrations. Outlines what a newly qualified teacher needs to know in order to be an immediate success in the classroom. The book includes a substantial section on every new teacher's biggest concern: behaviour management, as well as giving tips on: various teaching methods; lesson planning; assessment; and ways of organising the classroom. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: JNT. Dimension: 222 x 182 x 17. Weight: 558.
Publisher
Crown House Publishing
Number of pages
220
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845903930
ISBN
9781845903930
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.86

Paperback. The long-awaited memoir of US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's years in Washington Num Pages: 784 pages, 2 x 8pp colour plate sections. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; BGHA; HBJK; HBLX; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 50. Weight in Grams: 656.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857208088
ISBN
9780857208088
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 21.91

Hardback. Editor(s): Wiggan, Greg; Walrond, Jean T. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; JNFR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 470.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
176
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781624175978
ISBN
9781624175978
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.92
€ 136.52

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