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Hardback. This volume aims to solicit new tools and insights for expanding state-of-the-art applications of Appreciative Inquiry. It revolves around three fundamental aspects of organizational generativity, namely: generative knowledge and organizational life, collective action and the appreciative inquiry summit, and sustainable inter-generative dynamics. Series Editor(s): Avital, Michel; Cooperider, David. Series: Advances in Appreciative Inquiry. Num Pages: 504 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JHBL; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 43. Weight in Grams: 886.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 450
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848554887
- ISBN
- 9781848554887
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.33
€ 183.33
Hardback. Addresses a range of phenomena related to the general question of when people behave in an altruistic fashion. This book contains topics that include how empathy induced altruism can actually be a threat to the some larger collective good, and the role of egoism in the production and maintenance of social order. Series: Advances in Group Processes. Num Pages: 270 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS; JMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848555723
- ISBN
- 9781848555723
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.84
€ 120.84
Hardback. Thirty years of economic change have fundamentally altered the nature of organizations and work in China. This volume brings together the research by many of the top scholars studying these issues and provides a glimpse into the state of thinking on organizations and work at the start of the fourth decade of transition. Editor(s): Keister, Lisa. Series: Research in the Sociology of Work. Num Pages: 454 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 796.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848557307
- ISBN
- 9781848557307
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.53
€ 131.53
Hardback. Contributes to the literature on the sociology of organizations and management, especially to sociological institutionalism. This title covers the empirical areas that range from technology and software development, the brewing industry, custodial facilities to the organization of birthing. Editor(s): Meyer, Renate E.; Sahlin, Kerstin; Ventresca, Marc J.; Walgenbach, Peter. Series Editor(s): Meyer, Renate E.; Sahlin, Kerstin; Ventresca, Marc J.; Walgenbach, Peter. Series: Research in the Sociology of Organizations. Num Pages: 350 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848558663
- ISBN
- 9781848558663
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.53
€ 131.53
Hardback. A selection of the papers presented at RC01's international conference in Seoul (July 2008). It offers a view of the panorama of social studies on armed forces and conflict resolution in a context of fast-moving change that renders many preceding theoretical previsions obsolete. Editor(s): Caforio, Giuseppe. Series Editor(s): Chatterji, Manas. Series: Contributions to Conflict Management, Peace Economics and Development. Num Pages: 596 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTJ; JFC; JWA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 154 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1018.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 600
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848558922
- ISBN
- 9781848558922
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 164.96
€ 164.96
Hardback. Intends to collate views on the development of tourism study by the various historically important tourism scholars and provides a fresh insight into how the context in which tourism scholars' work influences the studies they undertake. This title contributes to the formation, embodiment, and advancement of knowledge in the field of tourism. Editor(s): Pearce, Philip L. Series Editor(s): Jafari, Jafar. Series: Tourism Social Science Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, ill. BIC Classification: JM; KNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 164 x 20. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849507424
- ISBN
- 9781849507424
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.20
€ 124.20
Hardback. Intends to significantly extend previous research work on the rural impacts of national welfare reform and position it in a broader context. This title provides a comprehensive and comparative account of the rural dimensions of welfare in a number of developed countries. Editor(s): Milbourne, Paul; Marsden, Terry. Series Editor(s): Milbourne, Paul. Series: Research in Rural Sociology & Development. Num Pages: 248 pages, ill. BIC Classification: JFSF; JHB; JKS; RPG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849509183
- ISBN
- 9781849509183
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.15
€ 118.15
Hardback. Provides a synthesis of thought on an influential issue for tourism, and a point of focus for tourism researchers, managers and developers in countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Egypt, Maldives and Turkey, as well as the Western world. Editor(s): Scott, Noel. Series Editor(s): Jafari, Jafar; Cai, Lipping A. Series: Bridging Tourism Theory and Practice. Num Pages: 440 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFSR2; KNSG; KNSH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 174 x 39. Weight in Grams: 774.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849509206
- ISBN
- 9781849509206
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 154.26
€ 154.26
Hardback. Addresses continuities and innovations within the ethnographic canon. This title uses Hammersley's (1991) book "What's Wrong with Ethnography" to open and situate the debate, and engages with contemporary debates and arguments on both sides of the Atlantic. Editor(s): Hillyard, Sam. Series Editor(s): Pole, Christopher. Series: Studies in Qualitative Methodology. Num Pages: 226 pages, ill. BIC Classification: JHBC; JHMC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 226
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849509428
- ISBN
- 9781849509428
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.15
€ 118.15
Hardback. Includes articles that examine the intersection of gender with other characteristics in a variety of settings including factory floors and corporate offices, welfare offices, state legislatures, the armed forces, universities, social clubs and playing fields. Editor(s): Segal, Marcia Texler. Series Editor(s): Segal, Marcia Texler; Demos, Vasilike; Demos, Vasilikie P. Series: Advances in Gender Research. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHBL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 163 x 35. Weight in Grams: 742.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849509442
- ISBN
- 9781849509442
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 142.83
€ 142.83
Hardback. Examines the relevance and significance of Hayek's cognitive psychology for economics and social science. Editor(s): Butos, William N. Series: Advances in Austrian Economics. Num Pages: 430 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA; KCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 237 x 35. Weight in Grams: 750.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 430
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849509749
- ISBN
- 9781849509749
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.30
€ 144.30
Paperback. This comprehensive book offers both an introduction and a critical analysis of enduring themes and issues in the contemporary theory and practice of human rights. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JPVH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 280.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849809825
- ISBN
- 9781849809825
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 32.69
€ 37.99
€ 32.69
Paperback. Remembered today for his 'Brief Lives', John Aubrey (1626-97) was one of the foremost scholars and antiquaries in the great decades of the British scientific revolution. This richly illustrated book is the first accessible guide to Aubrey's many diverse achievements as a biographer, antiquary, mathematician, and all-round virtuoso. Num Pages: 112 pages, 80 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: HBLH; JFCX; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 183 x 10. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- The Bodleian Library United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851243198
- ISBN
- 9781851243198
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.80
€ 33.99
€ 24.80
Hardcover. The twentieth century has seen perhaps more political upheaval and change than any other period. This book draws together a unique collection of images of the individuals who influenced and shaped the course of the century in the political arena. The result is a fascinating and unique insight into the iconography of political power. Series: Postcards from.. Num Pages: 112 pages, 94 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJ; AKL; HBLW; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 133 x 175 x 17. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851243273
- ISBN
- 9781851243273
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.93
€ 11.99
€ 10.93
Paperback. Lavishly illustrated with over 150 images, this book gives an excellent insight into the key issues and evolving strategies of the Conservative Party throughout the twentieth century, and up to the present day. A foreword by advertising guru Maurice Saatchi discusses the posters from a communication and design perspective. Num Pages: 192 pages, 196 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; AGC; AKLP; HBTB; JPHF; JPVL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 209 x 18. Weight in Grams: 850. British Election Posters from the Conservative Party Archive. 160 pages, 196 colour illustrations. Lavishly illustrated with over 150 images, this book gives an excellent insight into the key issues and evolving strategies of the Conservative Party throughout the twentieth century, and up to the present day. A foreword by advertising guru Maurice Saatchi discusses the posters from a communication and design perspective. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; AGC; AKLP; HBTB; JPHF; JPVL. Dimension: 250 x 209 x 18. Weight: 850.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781851243532
- ISBN
- 9781851243532
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.67
€ 26.99
€ 20.67
Hardcover. Regional politics are increasingly important features of Western democracies. This volume presents 30 of the most important essays and papers on urban and regional policy, conveniently summarizing the key theories, approaches and research results. Editor(s): Pierre, Jon. Series: International Library of Comparative Public Policy. Num Pages: 688 pages, figs.tabs. BIC Classification: JPQB; KFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 177 x 53. Weight in Grams: 1296.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Edward Elgar Pub
- Number of pages
- 688
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781852789091
- ISBN
- 9781852789091
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 381.28
€ 381.28
Paperback. A well-informed presentation of the case against assisted suicide, with reference to politics, society and medicine. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRCV; JFME. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 137 x 10. Weight in Grams: 208.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Lion Hudson Plc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781854249876
- ISBN
- 9781854249876
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.37
€ 13.99
€ 13.37
Paperback. An examination of why conflicts arise at work and the effects they can have on our well-being. It provides strategies for dealing effectively with relationships in the workplace. The book is written for all work situations, whether in industry, education or medicine. Series: Personal & Professional Development S. Num Pages: 116 pages, 3. BIC Classification: JHBL; JM; KJU; KJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 141 x 7. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 116
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781854330871
- ISBN
- 9781854330871
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.09
€ 37.09
Paperback. Why don't efficiency and succesful time-management always go hand-in-hand? The author helps readers to identify and analyse professional problems, clarify professional aims and objectives and differentiate between the "urgent and important" and the "marginal and unimportant". Series: Personal & Professional Development S. Num Pages: 118 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JHBL; JMJ; KJMP; KJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 136 x 10. Weight in Grams: 162.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 118
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781854330895
- ISBN
- 9781854330895
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 46.92
€ 46.99
€ 46.92
Paperback. This book aims to help medical staff and carers relate to parents in ways that facilitate their adaptation to their childa s illness. The key to this is in effective communication. Series: Communication & Counselling in Health Care S. Num Pages: 144 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MJW; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 141 x 217 x 9. Weight in Grams: 218.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781854330918
- ISBN
- 9781854330918
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 45.66
€ 45.99
€ 45.66