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Hardback. .
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
244
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853398049
ISBN
9781853398049
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 56.97

Hardback. The first full-length study of Nollywood, exploring the rise, evolving structure and global connections of Nigeria's popular movie industry. Based on extensive fieldwork, this critical text redefines our understanding of global media flows while analysing the commercial and professional practices of one of the most prolific media industries. Series: International Screen Industries. Num Pages: 184 pages, 20 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1HFDN; APF; JFD. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 161 x 241 x 17. Weight in Grams: 462.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844576920
ISBN
9781844576920
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 106.95
€ 95.86

Paperback. A Structural Perspective. Num Pages: 174 pages. BIC Classification: JH. .
Publisher
Fernwood Publishing Co Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781552667972
ISBN
9781552667972
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.42

Hardback. James Hogg's Jacobite Relics - originally commissioned by the Highland Society of London in 1817 - is an important addition to The Collected Works of James Hogg. Editor(s): Pittock, Professor Murray. Series: The Collected Works of James Hogg. Num Pages: 584 pages, bibliography, glossary. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 3JF; AVGC; DNF; JHBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1055.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
584
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748615926
ISBN
9780748615926
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 172.31
€ 162.44

Hardback. This book's primary focus is on racially and ethnically diverse women in educational leadership. Each chapter is written from a unique conceptual or empirical lens as shared by international female leaders, and range from a critical examination of global society and cross-cultural collaboration, to the intersection of race, law, and power. Series: Advances in Educational Administration. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JFSL; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 161 x 238 x 25. Weight in Grams: 632.
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781786350725
ISBN
9781786350725
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 139.57

Hardback. American Indian Politics and the American Political System remains the definitive source on the structure of indigenous governments and their international relations. The text analyzes the challenges facing Indigenous nations as they develop new and innovative strategies to defend and demand recognition of their national character and rights. Num Pages: 352 pages, 13 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white halftones, 6 maps, 18 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB; JPHC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 178. .
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Fourth
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442252646
ISBN
9781442252646
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 148.12

Hardcover. A fascinating, thematic exploration of some of the millions of immigration files in the US National Archive, focusing on 29 case studies. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100 Colour. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 259 x 187 x 15. Weight in Grams: 596. Faces and Stories from America's Gates. 96 pages, 100 Colour. A fascinating, thematic exploration of some of the millions of immigration files in the US National Archive, focusing on 29 case studies. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFN. Dimension: 259 x 187 x 15. Weight: 596.
Publisher
D Giles Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Edition
Bilingual
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907804076
ISBN
9781907804076
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.48

Hardback. Prisoners of war (POWs) have featured in virtually every conflict that the US has engaged in since its revolutionary beginnings. This book chronicles the fortunes of American POWs held by enemy states and compares that with how America treated the POWs that it captured in the wars and anti-colonial insurgencies of the 19th and 20th centuries. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JWXR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 147 x 24. Weight in Grams: 560.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849040501
ISBN
9781849040501
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.48
€ 53.08

Paperback. The social system of 'courtly love' soon spread after becoming popularized by the troubadours of southern France in the twelfth century. This book codifies life at Queen Eleanor's court at Poitiers between 1170 and 1174 into "one of those capital works which reflect the thought of a great epoch, which explain the secret of a civilization." Translator(s): Parry, John Jay. Series: Records of Western Civilization Series. Num Pages: 218 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 2ADL; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 137 x 210 x 9. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
218
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231073059
ISBN
9780231073059
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.81

Hardback. This volume examines some of the greatest challenges facing the twenty-first century: security and conflict, technological innovation, energy, resources and the environment. It provides grounding in current development politics and encourages readers to consider future development policy and international relations. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), col. maps. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFS; JPS; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 271 x 215 x 20. Weight in Grams: 952.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
240
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780932439
ISBN
9781780932439
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 154.49
€ 137.06

Paperback. School choice has risen to the top of the list of potential solutions to America's educational problems. This collection of essays redresses this situation by addressing the moral and normative side of school choice. It considers the relationship of school choice to equality, moral pluralism, institutional ecology, and constitutionality. Editor(s): Wolfe, Alan. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNK; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 514.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691096612
ISBN
9780691096612
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 65.36
€ 50.63

Paperback. Challenges stereotypes about the 'consumer as chooser'. This book shows how we must develop a more sophisticated understanding of consumers, examining their place and role as users of public services. It critiques established assumptions surrounding citizenship and consumption. Editor(s): Simmons, Richard; Powell, Martin A.; Greener, Ian. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JPP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 476.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847421807
ISBN
9781847421807
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.45

Paperback. Since its creation in 1894 by Joseph Snell Wood, the Society of Women Writers & Journalists has attracted the company of many famous women writers, journalists, poets and playwrights. This title reveals the long and fascinating history of the Society. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: DSB; HBTB; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 235 x 9. Weight in Grams: 314.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752451596
ISBN
9780752451596
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Hardback. Parviz Tanavoli, the prominent Iranian artist and sculptor, here brings together a definitive collection of print media from 19th century Persia featuring unique images of European women on paper and postcards. Num Pages: 248 pages, Colour throughout. BIC Classification: 1FBN; ACB; AGH; HBJF1; JFSJ1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 265 x 228. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781784535070
ISBN
9781784535070
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 142.60
€ 126.76

Hardback. Editor(s): Elliott, Leroy R.; Riley, Alex W. Num Pages: 102 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 11. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
102
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781622574636
ISBN
9781622574636
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.73
€ 115.01

Paperback. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 1926
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642898600
ISBN
9783642898600
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.65
€ 35.84

Hardcover. Examines the legacies of Shaka, the intrigues of Zulu royalty, gender and generational struggles, cultural and symbolic projections, and spirituality. This volume highlights the debates in South Africa over the manipulation of Zulu heritage, whether deployed for party political purposes or exploited to promote eco - and battlefield-tourism. Num Pages: 670 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFM; JHMC; JHMP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 182 x 52. Weight in Grams: 1548.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Number of pages
670
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781850659082
ISBN
9781850659082
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 89.13
€ 85.84

Hardcover. How does globalisation affect our economy and how did it cause the financial melt-down? This book shows twelve global thinkers and business people, including global entrepreneur Richard Branson, give their compelling views on the threats and opportunities that lie ahead. Num Pages: 400 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFS; KC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 342.
Publisher
Gibson Square
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906142193
ISBN
9781906142193
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.75

Hardback. Authors come together to explore the regions of the Asian borderlands where the traditions of Islam and China interact. Their collaboration has resulted in this lavishly illustrated book which gives us a glimpse of the rich diversity of life on the Islamic frontiers of China. Num Pages: 168 pages, Full colour throughout. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JFSR2; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 300 x 230 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1320.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
168
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848857025
ISBN
9781848857025
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.30
€ 64.95

Paperback. Between Heaven and Hell explores the diverse and novel approaches taken by scholars of Islam when addressing the important topic of soteriology (the discourse and doctrines of salvation) and the fate of Others. Editor(s): Khalil, Mohammad Hassan. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HRAM2; HRH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 24. Weight in Grams: 480.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199945412
ISBN
9780199945412
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.44

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