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Paperback. In this work, Nancy Stepan explores the ways in which the Tropics, in particular tropical nature, places, animals and people, were imagined and presented in European culture from the 19th century on. Series: Picturing History. Num Pages: 288 pages, 89 illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; AB; HBTB; JFC; RGBL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861891464
ISBN
9781861891464
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.07

Hardcover. The pie, to quote one Victorian writer, is a great human discovery which has universal estimation among all civilized eaters'. This book explores the development of this most esteemed article of food, from the ancient pie, its crust inedible and used for preserving the contents, to its elevation as the highest expression of culinary art. Series: Edible. Num Pages: 128 pages, 26 black & white illustrations, 31 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JFCV; WB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 124 x 15. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861894250
ISBN
9781861894250
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.83

Paperback. States that there is little question that the descendants of the new European immigrant groups from Southern, Central, and Eastern Europe have done very well in the United States, reaching levels of achievement far above blacks. This book focuses on the historical origins of the current differences between the groups. Num Pages: 420 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; JFSL1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 472.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1981
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
420
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520043626
ISBN
9780520043626
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 30.29

paperback. Editor(s): Hiebert-Murphy, Diane; Burnside, Linda. Num Pages: 120 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFFE1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 181.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Fernwood Publishing Canada
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
SKU
V9781552660430
ISBN
9781552660430
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.60

Paperback. A collection of human stories, each illustrating a facet of memory's complex synergy of cognitive and neurological functions. Drawing on case studies, personal experience and the latest research, it delves into the memories of the very young and very old, and explores how amnesia and trauma can affect how we view the past. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: JMRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 288.
Publisher
Profile Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846684494
ISBN
9781846684494
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.28

Paperback. With clear aims and easy-to-follow instructions, Pied Piper describes 78 enjoyable music activities for groups of children or adults who may have learning difficulties. The emphasis is on using music, rather than learning songs or rhythms, so group members do not need any special skills to be able to participate. Num Pages: 96 pages, index, tables. BIC Classification: AV; JNS; JNU; YNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 7. Weight in Grams: 200.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Number of pages
91
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853029943
ISBN
9781853029943
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.92

Hardcover. Examines the role of photography in documenting urban change by juxtaposing contemporary "rephotographs" taken by the author with images of nineteenth-century Paris taken by Charles Marville, who worked under Georges Haussmann, and corresponding photographs by Eugene Atget taken in the early twentieth century. Num Pages: 456 pages, 300 colour plates, 210 halftones, 22 maps. BIC Classification: 1DDF; AJB; AJC; JFSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 224 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1938.
Publisher
Intellect Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
456
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783200337
ISBN
9781783200337
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 231.05

Paperback. Examines the role of photography in documenting urban change by juxtaposing contemporary "rephotographs" taken by the author with images of nineteenth-century Paris taken by Charles Marville, who worked under Georges Haussmann, and corresponding photographs by Eugene Atget taken in the early twentieth century. Num Pages: 456 pages, 300 colour plates, 210 halftones, 22 maps. BIC Classification: 1DDF; AJB; AJC; JFSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 220 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1724.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Intellect Ltd
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783200320
ISBN
9781783200320
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 89.27

Hardback. The work of Pierre Bourdieu has had an enormous impact on research in fields as diverse as aesthetics, education, anthropology, and sociology. This is a collection of essays focusing on the contribution of Bourdieu's thought to the study of cultural production. Editor(s): Brown, Nicholas; Szeman, Imre. Series: Culture & Education Series. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: BG; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 475.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847693887
ISBN
9780847693887
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 209.06

Hardback. * First systematic presentation of Bourdieu's views on democratic politics. * The volume includes two key essays by Bourdieu on the political field and political representation, and a very influential essay by Bourdieu and Wacquant on the dangers of American cultural imperialism in the intellectual world. Editor(s): Wacquant, Loic. Num Pages: 232 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 513.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745634876
ISBN
9780745634876
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 73.18

Paperback. 'Pierre Bourdieu: Key Concepts' highlights his most important concepts and examines them in detail. This new edition of the leading text is entirely revised and updated and includes new essays on Methodology, Politics and Social Space. Editor(s): Grenfell, Michael James. Series: Key Concepts. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JHBA. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 137 x 24. Weight in Grams: 382.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844655304
ISBN
9781844655304
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 34.16

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Merlin Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780850365887
ISBN
9780850365887
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.42

paperback. Num Pages: 294 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPFF; KC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 206 x 135 x 56. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1987
Publisher
Black Rose Books Canada
Edition
New
Number of pages
294
Condition
New
SKU
V9780921689089
ISBN
9780921689089
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.62

Paperback. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 274 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
274
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691609430
ISBN
9780691609430
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 37.73

paperback. The nature of the relationship between early modern political philosophy and revealed religion has been much debated. The contributors to this volume argue that the relationship is one of dissonance rather than accord. Editor(s): Kries, Douglas. Num Pages: 308 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCB; HRA; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 147 x 17. Weight in Grams: 426. Good clean copy with minor shelfwear, remains very good
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KSG0034611
ISBN
9780847686193
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 5.65

Paperback. Is liberal democracy hostile to religion or is it compatible with the rights of believers? These essays are a reminder that, in an increasingly pluralistic society, Americans must work continually to reconcile religious commitment and political obligation. Editor(s): Segers, Mary C. Num Pages: 264 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPR; HRA; JPFK; JPHF; LND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 349.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742515154
ISBN
9780742515154
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.36

Paperback. Pig is a richly illustrated and compelling look at the natural and cultural history of the pig, and the long, complicated relationship between humans and these highly intelligent, sociable animals. Series: Animal. Num Pages: 224 pages, 100, 60 colour. BIC Classification: JFFZ; WNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 142 x 16. Weight in Grams: 384.
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
F First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861898050
ISBN
9781861898050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.14

Hardback. History's heroic failures, from Scotland's Panamanian colony to the nuclear-powered car Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 133 x 25. Weight in Grams: 380.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752459905
ISBN
9780752459905
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.63

Paperback. Pigmentocracies: Ethnicity, Race, and Color in Latin America Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1KL; HBJK; JFFJ; JFSL1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 485.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
The University of North Carolina Press United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781469617831
ISBN
9781469617831
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 43.51

Paperback. .
Publisher
Transform Pr
Number of pages
978
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780963009609
ISBN
9780963009609
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 27.47

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