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Hardback. In addressing these issues from multiple perspectives, Elephants and Ethics promotes mutual understanding of the cultural, conservation, and economic difficulties at the root of the many troublesome human-elephant interactions and poses new questions about our responsibility toward these largest of land mammals. Editor(s): Wemmer, Christen; Christen, Catherine A. Num Pages: 512 pages, 31, 30 black & white illustrations, 1 maps. BIC Classification: JFFZ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 193 x 264 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1070.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801888182
- ISBN
- 9780801888182
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Condition: New
€ 96.14
€ 96.14
Hardback. Dressing Modern Frenchwomen draws from thousands of magazine covers, advertisements, fashion columns, and features to uncover and untangle the fascinating relationships among the fashion industry, the development of modern marketing techniques, and the evolution of the modern woman as active, mobile, and liberated. Num Pages: 328 pages, 14, 14 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 3JJG; JFFK; KNSX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 28. Weight in Grams: 596.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801888038
- ISBN
- 9780801888038
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.20€ 56.31
€ 61.20
€ 56.31
Paperback. This book will interest scholars of Latin American politics, democratization studies, market reform, and comparative politics and international relations. Num Pages: 304 pages, 4, 4 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; 1KLSH; JPH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801888007
- ISBN
- 9780801888007
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Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 30.19
€ 35.99
€ 30.19
Paperback. It covers the full history of rocket technology-including how rockets improved in performance, reliability, and versatility and how they affected everyday life. Num Pages: 192 pages, 21, 21 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: JWM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 178 x 12. Weight in Grams: 328.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887925
- ISBN
- 9780801887925
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 26.12
€ 30.99
€ 26.12
Paperback. Wilkinson. Editor(s): Diamond, Larry; Plattner, Marc F.; Ganguly, Sumit. Series: A Journal of Democracy Book. Num Pages: 262 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; JPHV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 153 x 17. Weight in Grams: 364.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887918
- ISBN
- 9780801887918
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 26.12
€ 30.99
€ 26.12
Hardback. With essays from experts in the fields of film and media studies, poetry, American studies, anthropology, and history, this groundbreaking study shows how the relationship between the Amish and the media provides valuable insights into the perception of minority religion in North American culture. Editor(s): Umble, Diane Zimmerman; Weaver-Zercher, David L. Series: Young Center Books in Anabaptist and Pietist Studies. Num Pages: 288 pages, 18, 18 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD; JFSR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887895
- ISBN
- 9780801887895
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Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 36.82
€ 44.99
€ 36.82
Paperback. foreign policy are rippling across the globe, The Absence of Grand Strategy offers key insight into the nature and evolution of American foreign policy in the Gulf. Num Pages: 264 pages, 1, 1 maps. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1KBB; JPS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 385.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887826
- ISBN
- 9780801887826
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.96
€ 33.99
€ 28.96
Paperback. , Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health; Rick Surpin, Independence Care System. Editor(s): Levine, Carol; Murray, Thomas H. Num Pages: 216 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1 Reprint
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887710
- ISBN
- 9780801887710
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.96
€ 33.99
€ 28.96
Paperback. A standard in the field of political theory and thought, The Theory of Parties and the Electoral System contributes to a better understanding of parliamentary party structures and demonstrates the wide utility of the rationalistic approach for explaining behavior derived from the self-interest of political actors. Num Pages: 172 pages, 5, 5 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: JPA; JPHF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 282.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 172
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887598
- ISBN
- 9780801887598
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Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 30.51
€ 35.99
€ 30.51
Paperback. In doing so he makes a persuasive connection between nation building and global governance-raising important questions about whose nations are being built and why. Series: Johns Hopkins Studies in Globalization. Num Pages: 392 pages, 25, 15 black & white halftones, 10 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFS; KCM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 574.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887581
- ISBN
- 9780801887581
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Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 38.86
€ 46.99
€ 38.86
Paperback. Given the rise of terrorism and the persistence of extremism in both established and new democracies today, continued research and dialogue on the defense of democracy are necessary for its preservation. Num Pages: 348 pages, 3, 3 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJG; JPHV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887550
- ISBN
- 9780801887550
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Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 34.64
€ 41.99
€ 34.64
Paperback. Many of the pieces collected here have not been published since their first appearance, making From Traveling Show to Vaudeville an indispensable resource for historians of popular culture, theater, and nineteenth-century American society. Editor(s): Lewis, Robert M. Num Pages: 400 pages, 19, 19 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; AN; JFCA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 21. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801887482
- ISBN
- 9780801887482
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 38.86
€ 46.99
€ 38.86
Paperback. Showcasing cutting-edge theoretical debates, Promoting Democracy in the Americas offers a much needed reality check on whether international and transnational actors are indeed successful in their efforts to promote democracy and, if so, exactly what type of democracy they envision. Editor(s): Legler, Thomas; Lean, Sharon F.; Boniface, Dexter S. Num Pages: 360 pages, 1, 1 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1K; JPHV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801886768
- ISBN
- 9780801886768
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Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 33.01
€ 38.99
€ 33.01
Hardback. The authors suggest that, rather than continuing their standoff, the two sectors could mutually benefit from examining each other's culture, practices, and outcomes. Num Pages: 232 pages, 15, 15 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNKG; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801886577
- ISBN
- 9780801886577
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 49.99€ 41.87
€ 49.99
€ 41.87
Paperback. Her insights will engage all those interested in America's historic and current battles with addiction. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; JFFH; MMZR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1 Reprint
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801886201
- ISBN
- 9780801886201
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 29.18
€ 34.99
€ 29.18
Paperback. Featuring extensive reviews of the literature, this volume will be invaluable for scholars and students of sociology and higher education. Editor(s): Gumport, Patricia J. Num Pages: 400 pages, 2, 2 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JH; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 227 x 21. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801886157
- ISBN
- 9780801886157
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.96
€ 44.96
Hardback. Pedrick's fresh perspectives on both texts as well as on their relationship to each other shed new light on two foundational moments in the intellectual development of the West: Greek tragedy and Freudian psychoanalysis. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: DSBB; DSG; JMAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801885945
- ISBN
- 9780801885945
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 65.95€ 60.29
€ 65.95
€ 60.29
Paperback. Ruling But Not Governing provides valuable insight into the political dynamics that perpetuate authoritarian regimes and offers novel ways to promote democratic change. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DVT; 1HBA; 1HBE; JPH; JWX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 228 x 11. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801885914
- ISBN
- 9780801885914
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 31.33
€ 36.99
€ 31.33
Hardback. Drawing on core concepts from bioethics, political philosophy, public health, sociology, and medicine, this timely book lays the groundwork for a new vision of official disaster response based on preventing and minimizing the need for coercive action. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JFFC; MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801885518
- ISBN
- 9780801885518
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.10€ 47.03
€ 51.10
€ 47.03
Paperback. "Accompanied by updated references and resources, the sixth edition of The Guide to Living with HIV Infection offers new hope for people living with a virus that once left no hope at all. Series: A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book. Num Pages: 408 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH2; MJCJ2; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 225 x 27. Weight in Grams: 556.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 6th
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801884863
- ISBN
- 9780801884863
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 23.57
€ 25.99
€ 23.57