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Paperback. The Energy Reader presents a series of readings that examine the energy problem from an anthropological perspective and look at energy holistically, including social and cultural components and long term implications for global and social environmental change. Editor(s): Nader, Laura. Num Pages: 574 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JHM; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 32. Weight in Grams: 994.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 574
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199841
- ISBN
- 9781405199841
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Condition: New
€ 55.08
€ 55.08
Paperback. The debate on the status and legality of cannabis continues to gain momentum. Here, personal anecdotes combined with academic and scientific reports combine to sharpen some of the fascinating philosophical issues associated with cannabis use. Editor(s): Jacquette, Dale. Series Editor(s): Allhoff, Fritz. Series: Philosophy for Everyone. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; JFFH1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 406.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199674
- ISBN
- 9781405199674
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Condition: New
€ 21.82
€ 21.82
Paperback. This anthology takes the ever-controversial discussion of pornography out of solely academic circles; it expands the questions about porn that academics might tackle and opens the conversation to those who know it best-the creators and users of porn. Editor(s): Monroe, Dave. Series Editor(s): Allhoff, Fritz. Series: Philosophy for Everyone. Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPS; JFMP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 157 x 21. Weight in Grams: 426.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199629
- ISBN
- 9781405199629
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Condition: New
€ 20.43
€ 20.43
Paperback. Explorations in New Cinema History brings together cutting-edge research by the leading scholars in the field to identify new approaches to writing and understanding the social and cultural history of cinema, focusing on cinema s audiences, the experience of cinema, and the cinema as a site of social and cultural exchange. Editor(s): Maltby, Richard; Biltereyst, Daniel; Meers, Philippe. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: APF; GTC; JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 18. Weight in Grams: 698.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199506
- ISBN
- 9781405199506
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Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.10
€ 44.99
€ 44.10
Hardback. Explorations in New Cinema History brings together cutting-edge research by the leading scholars in the field to identify new approaches to writing and understanding the social and cultural history of cinema, focusing on cinema s audiences, the experience of cinema, and the cinema as a site of social and cultural exchange. Editor(s): Maltby, Richard; Biltereyst, Daniel; Meers, Philippe. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: APF; GTC; JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 196 x 25. Weight in Grams: 840.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199490
- ISBN
- 9781405199490
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 104.20
€ 104.20
Hardback. Identity and Participation in Culturally Diverse Societies presents an original discussion in an edited volume of how the links between identity, political participation, radicalization, and integration can provide a scientific understanding of the complex issue of coexistence between groups in culturally diverse societies. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS; JMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 31. Weight in Grams: 708.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199476
- ISBN
- 9781405199476
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 134.14
€ 134.14
Hardback. Controlling Uncertainty: Decision Making and Learning in Complex Worlds reviews and discusses the most current research relating to shaping our understanding of the ways we can control the uncertain world around us. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GPFC; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 652.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199469
- ISBN
- 9781405199469
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.88
€ 121.88
Paperback. In this fascinating examination of popular culture, esteemed cultural critic Perry Meisel shatters conventionally held notions about the division between 'high' and 'low' culture with the provocative theory that popular culture has a sustained dialectical rhythm. Series: Wiley-Blackwell Manifestos. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 12. Weight in Grams: 330.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199346
- ISBN
- 9781405199346
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.21
€ 40.99
€ 40.21
Paperback. The Science of Occupational Health is an evidence-based resource for all members of the health care team working with those affected by work-based stress. The authors offer a unique psychobiological perspective, discussing the modern workplace as a cause of stimulation and well-being, as well as of distress and illness. Num Pages: 182 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 175 x 10. Weight in Grams: 332.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405199148
- ISBN
- 9781405199148
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Condition: New
€ 56.32
€ 56.32
Hardback. A Companion to Border Studies introduces an exciting and expanding field of interdisciplinary research, through the writing of an international array of scholars, from diverse perspectives that include anthropology, development studies, geography, history, political science and sociology. Editor(s): Wilson, Thomas M.; Donnan, Hastings. Series: Wiley-Blackwell Companions to Anthropology. Num Pages: 636 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: HBTR; JFC; JFFS; JPSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1252.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 636
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405198936
- ISBN
- 9781405198936
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.41
€ 192.41
Hardback. Bringing together the perspectives of more than 40 internationally acclaimed authors, The Handbook of Global Media Research explores competing methodologies in the dynamic field of transnational media and communications, providing valuable insight into research practice in a globalized media landscape. Editor(s): Volkmer, Ingrid. Series: Handbooks in Communication and Media. Num Pages: 572 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 182 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1058.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 572
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405198707
- ISBN
- 9781405198707
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Condition: New
€ 53.99€ 53.85
€ 53.99
€ 53.85
Paperback. Looking at a range of themes and regions, this book provides a challenging basis for rethinking America s international leadership. Chatham House experts assess current US policy and the country s ability to continue to play an international leading role. Editor(s): Niblett, Robin. Series: Chatham House Papers. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405198455
- ISBN
- 9781405198455
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.84
€ 28.84
Hardback. Looking at a range of themes and regions, this book provides a challenging basis for rethinking America s international leadership. Chatham House experts assess current US policy and the country s ability to continue to play an international leading role. Editor(s): Niblett, Robin. Series: Chatham House Papers. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 564.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405198448
- ISBN
- 9781405198448
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 74.03
€ 74.03
Paperback. Offers a thought-provoking depiction of Hollywood film as a contested terrain between conservative and liberal forces Films and documentaries discussed include: Black Hawk Down, The Dark Knight, Star Wars, Syriana, WALL-E, Fahrenheit 9/11 and other Michael Moore documentaries, and many more. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APFN; JFD; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 16. Weight in Grams: 432.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405198240
- ISBN
- 9781405198240
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 43.95
€ 44.99
€ 43.95
Hardback. This book situates the essential areas of psychology within a cultural perspective, exploring the relationship of culture to psychological phenomena, from introduction and research foundations to clinical and social principles and applications. Editor(s): Keith, Kenneth D. Num Pages: 600 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 183 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1204.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 600
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405198042
- ISBN
- 9781405198042
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.31
€ 119.31
Paperback. Cutting edge research by top quality US, Latin American and (a few) European scholars Organized by interesting themes focusing on institutions, important actors, and unstructured processes of political action. Series: Lapz - American Politics & Society. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 21. Weight in Grams: 680.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405197588
- ISBN
- 9781405197588
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.28
€ 61.28
Paperback. Produced in association with the Journal of Common Market Studies, the Annual Review covers the key developments in the European Union and its Member States in 2009. This volume is the most up-to-date and authoritative source of information for those engaged in teaching and research or who are simply interested in the European Union. Editor(s): Copsey, Nathaniel; Haughton, Tim. Series: Journal of Common Market Studies. Num Pages: 292 pages. BIC Classification: 3JMC; JPSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 362.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405197038
- ISBN
- 9781405197038
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.42
€ 25.42
Hardback. * Provides an in-depth and interdisciplinary examination of mortgage market exclusion and the practice of redlining - a tacit agreement among lending institutions to delineate sections of cities into areas where no home mortgages are to be issued * Explores exclusion in mortgage markets across three different countries - the U. Series: Studies in Urban and Social Change. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFFJ; JFSG; KFFL; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 166 x 19. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405196574
- ISBN
- 9781405196574
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 78.06
€ 78.06
Paperback. The Politics of Possession investigates how struggles over access to resources and political power constitute property and authority recursively. Such dynamics are integral to state formation in societies characterized by normative and legal pluralism. Editor(s): Sikor, Thomas; Lund, Christian. Series: Development and Change Special Issues. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: JPVH3; RNF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405196567
- ISBN
- 9781405196567
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Condition: New
€ 28.84
€ 28.84
Hardback. The Encyclopedia of Peace Psychology, available online or as a three-volume print set, features nearly 300 entries from international scholars that examine the psychological dimensions of peace and conflict studies. Entries provide key concepts, methods, and practices that define peace psychology in the twenty-first century. Num Pages: 1376 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; GTJ; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 176 x 29. Weight in Grams: 2540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 1376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405196444
- ISBN
- 9781405196444
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 518.29
€ 518.29