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Society & social sciences
Paperback. Num Pages: 179 pages, 35. BIC Classification: JFCK; VFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 198.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Seven Stories Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 179
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583229040
- ISBN
- 9781583229040
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 14.74
€ 15.99
€ 14.74
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS; JH; KCP; KJK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Monthly Review Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583670361
- ISBN
- 9781583670361
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.29
€ 17.99
€ 16.29
Paperback. Num Pages: 346 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JP. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 154 x 26. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Monthly Review Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583670644
- ISBN
- 9781583670644
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.75
€ 21.75
Paperback. Defends the achievements of the Chinese Revolution during the three decades from 1948 to 1979 from its detractors both in the United States and, since 1979, in China itself. This book examines the nature of the transformation attempted in China, its social and political bases, and the causes and consequences of its policies. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; HBJF; HBLW3; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 187 x 229 x 21. Weight in Grams: 408.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Monthly Review Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583671412
- ISBN
- 9781583671412
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Condition: New
€ 29.18
€ 29.18
Paperback. For almost a decade, Col. Ryszard Kuklinski betrayed the Communist leadership of Poland, cooperating with the CIA in one of the most extraordinary human intelligence operations of the Cold War. Now that Poland is free, a riddle remains: Was Kuklinski a patriot or a traitor? Num Pages: 400 pages, 8 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1DVP; BGH; HBJD; HBLW3; JPSH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781586483050
- ISBN
- 9781586483050
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 21.11
€ 24.99
€ 21.11
Paperback. As head of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, Kenneth Feinberg was asked to do the impossible: calculate the dollar value of over 5,000 dead and injured as a result of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; JKSN1; JPQB; JPWL2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 143 x 15. Weight in Grams: 218.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781586484514
- ISBN
- 9781586484514
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Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 16.54
€ 18.99
€ 16.54
Hardback. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; BGHA; HBWS; JWJ; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 145 x 30. Weight in Grams: 599.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Smithsonian Books United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781588345295
- ISBN
- 9781588345295
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 26.61
€ 31.99
€ 26.61
Paperback. Has our system of checks and balances between the three branches of our federal government undergone changes for good or ill over the years since the Constitution was set as the cornerstone of our nation? This book examines the theory and practice of American democracy and the dichotomy that currently exists between them. Editor(s): Wayne, Stephen J. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010055
- ISBN
- 9781589010055
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.24
€ 75.24
Hardback. Drawing on interviews with key figures in Washington, this title reveals the evolution of George W Bush faith-based strategy since his campaign for the presidency through congressional votes. It shows how political rhetoric, infighting, and poor communication shipwrecked Bush's efforts to alter the way government might conduct social services. Editor(s): Rozell, Mark J.; Green, J. C.; Jelen, Ted G. (Professor of Political Science, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA). Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JM; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010123
- ISBN
- 9781589010123
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 213.89
€ 213.89
Paperback. Drawing on interviews with key figures in Washington, this title reveals the evolution of George W Bush faith-based strategy since his campaign for the presidency through congressional votes. It shows how political rhetoric, infighting, and poor communication shipwrecked Bush's efforts to alter the way government might conduct social services. Editor(s): Jelen, Ted G. (Professor of Political Science, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA); Rozell, Mark J.; Green, J. C. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JM; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010130
- ISBN
- 9781589010130
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.82
€ 75.82
Hardback. Through a comparative examination of institutions and testing theories of the use of policy analysis, Hird draws conclusions that are more useful than those derived from single cases. Hird examines nonpartisan policy research organizations established by and operating in U.S. Series: American Governance and Public Policy Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010482
- ISBN
- 9781589010482
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 214.61
€ 214.61
Paperback. Covers the history, legal status, controversies, and impact of affirmative action in both the private and public sectors - and in education as well as employment. This title shows how the development and implementation of affirmative action policies have significantly influenced by the nature and operation of our political institutions. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 249.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589010895
- ISBN
- 9781589010895
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.25
€ 74.25
The Values Campaign?. The Christian Right and the 2004 Elections.
. Ed(S): Green, John Clifford; Rozell, Mark J...
Paperback. The Christian Right never ceases to surprise professional observers of American politics. With the Christian coalition in disarray, many expected that the movement would play less of a role in the 2004 elections. This title provides an assessment of the role of the religious right in 2004. Editor(s): Green, John Clifford; Rozell, Mark J.; Wilcox, Clyde. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 282 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JMC; HRCX6; JPHF; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 431.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 282
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011083
- ISBN
- 9781589011083
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.24
€ 75.24
Paperback. Examines client assessment of the programs, their progress in developing attitudes and resources important for finding self-supporting employment, and their experience in finding actual employment. This title concludes with three sets of concrete recommendations for public policymakers, social service program managers, and researchers. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 242 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HRLM; JHBL; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011106
- ISBN
- 9781589011106
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.52
€ 74.52
Hardback. The Charitable Choice provision of the 1996 Welfare Reform Act - buttressed by President Bush's Faith-Based Initiative of 2000 - encouraged religious organizations, including congregations, to bid on government contracts to provide social services. This title looks at the evidence for and against faith-based initiatives. Series: Public Management and Change Series. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: HRLM; JHBL; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011311
- ISBN
- 9781589011311
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 213.97
€ 213.97
Hardback. The Welfare Reform Act of 1996 drastically changed the delivery of social services in the US. This title uses Catholic social teaching as a lens through which to view contemporary American welfare policies, citing the tradition's emphasis on serving the needy - including a preferential option for the poor - and the common good. Series: Moral Traditions Series. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: HRCC7; HRCX6; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011557
- ISBN
- 9781589011557
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.12
€ 122.12
Hardback. Do people of differing ethnicities, cultures, and races view medicine and bioethics differently? And, if they do, should they? This book explores how medicine and ethics accommodate differing cultural and racial norms, suggesting profound implications for growing minority groups in the United States. Editor(s): Prograis, Lawrence J., Jr.; Pellegrino, Edmund D. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL3; MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011632
- ISBN
- 9781589011632
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.23
€ 121.23
Hardback. Provides a survey of the historical and contemporary relationships between religious expression and liberal democracy in the modern world. This book explores contemporary case studies, such as conflicts between Mormons and Evangelicals in the United States, liberation theology in Latin America, Islam and the state in Uzbekistan, and more. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HR; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 681.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011694
- ISBN
- 9781589011694
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 215.92
€ 215.92
Paperback. Does religion promote political mobilization? Are individuals motivated by their faith to focus on issues of social justice, personal morality, or both? This title examines these topics and assesses one question central to these issues: How does faith shape political action in America's diverse religious communities? Editor(s): Wilson, J. Matthew. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRLP5; JP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011724
- ISBN
- 9781589011724
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.15
€ 44.15
Paperback. Provides insight into how religious and moral leadership functions in the realm of international relations, and how the promotion of ethical values works to diffuse international tensions and improve the quality of human life around the world. Editor(s): Kille, Kent J. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JPSN1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589011809
- ISBN
- 9781589011809
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 76.00
€ 76.00