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Hardback. Traces the extraordinary influence of Texas warrior culture on American national politics, from the creation myth of the Alamo to the George W. Bush administration's pre-emptive attack policy in the Middle East. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 163 x 236 x 28. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275983062
- ISBN
- 9780275983062
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.71€ 46.84
€ 50.71
€ 46.84
Hardback. Defines the laws of counterinsurgency warfare. Part of the "PSI Classics in the Counterinsurgency Era" series, this work outlines lessons from the 1950s and 60s that are relevant to modern conflicts. It provides an analysis of how to countermine insurgency, and of the elements that might hinder its defeat. Series: PSI Classics in the Counterinsurgency Era. Num Pages: 128 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JWA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 14. Weight in Grams: 346.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Edition
- New
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275992699
- ISBN
- 9780275992699
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 87.26€ 78.31
€ 87.26
€ 78.31
Hardcover. A provocative new look at an important security topic examines terrorist threats and attacks on shipping and ports-and provides strategies for safety. Editor(s): Alexander, Yonah; Richardson, Tyler B. Series: Praeger Security International. Num Pages: 688 pages. BIC Classification: JPWL; TRLT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 164 x 29. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 688
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275997502
- ISBN
- 9780275997502
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.46€ 107.77
€ 121.46
€ 107.77
Hardcover. From Braille Without Borders and Unite for Sight, to Geekcorps and PeaceWorks, humanitarian groups are working worldwide largely in undeveloped countries to better the lives of the residents. This work shows how and why they began their organizations, what their greatest victories and challenges have been, and how they run the organizations. Num Pages: 1000 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 165 x 86. Weight in Grams: 1905.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 1000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275997687
- ISBN
- 9780275997687
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.90€ 121.33
€ 130.90
€ 121.33
Hardcover. This comprehensive overview of domestic violence against women and children in America covers the services meant to combat it, the legal approaches to prosecuting it, the public's attitudes toward it, and the successes and failures of systems meant to address it. Editor(s): Stark, Evan D.; Buzawa, Eve S. Num Pages: 888 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE3; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 88. Weight in Grams: 2077.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 888
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275998462
- ISBN
- 9780275998462
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 206.37€ 187.97
€ 206.37
€ 187.97
Hardcover. Explains a brain-based approach people can use to become effective leaders, whether in a business, or a family. This volume shows how those with maximum success are leaders who understand both the right brain mode and the left brain mode styles and have the ability to switch between the two when the situation is best served by one or the other. Series: Contemporary Psychology. Num Pages: 208 pages, 27 illustrations (b&w). BIC Classification: JM; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 168 x 22. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275999346
- ISBN
- 9780275999346
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.71€ 47.37
€ 50.71
€ 47.37
Hardcover. Series: Contributions in Women's Studies. Num Pages: 228 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBTB; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 150. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780313236112
- ISBN
- 9780313236112
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 55.42€ 50.90
€ 55.42
€ 50.90
Hardback. This collection of case studies addresses the need to assess modes of conflict resolution in a sociocultural context with attention to varying approaches and cultural perspectives. It proposes and tests different propositions, looking toward a general theory of conflict and conflict resolution. Series: Contributions in Ethnic Studies. Num Pages: 256 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JFC; JHM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Special Edition/ / Eng-Sub and Revised ed.
- SKU
- V9780313257964
- ISBN
- 9780313257964
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 87.26€ 78.31
€ 87.26
€ 78.31
Hardback. This is a guide to recent research about religion and ageing, which focuses on the linkage between religion and health outcomes in people over 55 in the United States. This age range will represent one-third of America's population by the year 2025. Nearly 300 entries are included. Editor(s): Koenig, Harold G. Series: Bibliographies & Indexes in Gerontology. Num Pages: 192 pages, indexes. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBCR; HRA; JFSP31; MJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313294273
- ISBN
- 9780313294273
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 37.69
€ 45.99
€ 37.69
Hardback. A significant update of the 1990 state-of-the-art handbook on medical anthropology. With new chapters on AIDS, psychology and emotion, nutrition and bioethics, the text reflects the changes in medical anthropological theory and practice since the late 1980s. Num Pages: 584 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: GBC; JHM; PSXM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 977.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 584
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313296581
- ISBN
- 9780313296581
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 75.47€ 68.16
€ 75.47
€ 68.16
Hardback.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Edition
- annotated edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313299797
- ISBN
- 9780313299797
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.78€ 52.93
€ 57.78
€ 52.93
Hardback. Endangered peoples of Southeast and East Asia struggle with inadequate understanding, protection and enforcement of human rights by state governments and the international community. The most pressing issues of thse marginalized groups are discussed here. Series: Greenwood Press Endangered Peoples of the World. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1FM; 1FP; JFSL9; JHMC; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780313306464
- ISBN
- 9780313306464
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.32€ 55.98
€ 61.32
€ 55.98
Hardback. This reference discusses the experiences of writers active since 1945 who were shaped by cultures other than their own. Editor(s): Amoia, Alba; Knapp, Bettina L. Num Pages: 624 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJP; DSBH; JFSL1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 180 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1447.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 624
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313306884
- ISBN
- 9780313306884
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 87.26€ 78.31
€ 87.26
€ 78.31
Hardback. Modernism is still widely acknowledged as perhaps the most important and influential artistic and cultural phenomenon of the 20th century. Covering hundreds of different topics in a clear, incisive and critical manner, this reference maps the complex field of modernism. Num Pages: 528 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSB; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 180 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1266.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313310171
- ISBN
- 9780313310171
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 110.85€ 98.63
€ 110.85
€ 98.63
Hardback. A valuable tool to help librarians, teachers, health care professionals and parents identify special books that deal with a wide range of contemporary health and self-image topics, including physical handicaps, speech disorder, skin colour, and basic issues of popularity and "fitting in". Num Pages: 176 pages, indexes. BIC Classification: DSR; GBCR; JFF; JFSP1; JFSP2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 459.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Edition
- Annotated
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313317989
- ISBN
- 9780313317989
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.78€ 52.93
€ 57.78
€ 52.93
Hardback. The full range of this remarkable field is presented through nearly 300 pertinent models, concepts, theories, and people associated with human geography. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations, map. BIC Classification: JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 186 x 261 x 26. Weight in Grams: 834.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313320101
- ISBN
- 9780313320101
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.93€ 65.11
€ 71.93
€ 65.11
Hardback. Provides a current and comprehensive review of the literature on imagery in psychology, and traces the evolution of the topic from ancient to modern times. Num Pages: 792 pages. BIC Classification: JM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1202.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Edition
- Annotated
- Number of pages
- 792
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313321979
- ISBN
- 9780313321979
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 87.26€ 78.31
€ 87.26
€ 78.31
Hardback. An examination of the first true combined arms unit of World War I, including the pivotal role the German Flanders flotilla played in the war at sea. It examines the role of the MarineKorps in both land and naval wars and reaffirms the important role played by aircraft in the Flanders theatre. Series: Contributions in Military Studies. Num Pages: 280 pages, maps, tables, figures, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DDB; 1DFG; 3JJF; HBJD; HBWN; JWLF; JWTR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313324758
- ISBN
- 9780313324758
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.24€ 89.48
€ 100.24
€ 89.48
Hardback. Difficult terrain, death-defying speeds, and daredevil stunts; all in a day's work if you're an extreme sports enthusiast. This reference traces the evolution of some of the most adventurous - and adrenaline inducing - land, water, and air sports. Num Pages: 312 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFCA; WS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 262 x 179 x 25. Weight in Grams: 812.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780313344725
- ISBN
- 9780313344725
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 77.83€ 70.19
€ 77.83
€ 70.19
Hardcover. A team of educators, counselors, and scholars examine the widespread problem of sexual assault and abuse in the United States from a legal, criminal justice, psychological, clinical, and legislative perspective. Editor(s): Paludi, Michele A.; Denmark, Florence L. Num Pages: 719 pages, 2. BIC Classification: JHBK; LNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 163 x 64. Weight in Grams: 1451.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO United States
- Number of pages
- 719
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313379703
- ISBN
- 9780313379703
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.90€ 115.89
€ 130.90
€ 115.89