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Paperback. Ideas, Dan Sperber argues, may be contagious. They may invade whole populations. In the process, the people, their environment, and the ideas themselves are being transformed. To explain culture is to describe the causes and the effects of this contagion of ideas. Num Pages: 192 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFC; JHM; JMH; JMR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 300.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631200451
ISBN
9780631200451
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 48.90

Paperback. This revised and updated edition brings a widely-recognized text up to date to provide an accessible and informed discussion of current debates on prisons and penal policy. Taking a global view, Doing Time is an invaluable critical sociological analysis of imprisonment. Num Pages: 308 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JKVP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 213 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 384.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230235526
ISBN
9780230235526
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 118.18
€ 115.57

Hardcover. Examines the benefits and costs of our female workforce, to women, their families and society. This title explores different aspects of women at work - the pros and cons, how it is changing society, its women, their relationships, partners, and children. It also discusses issues in the workplace affecting women's wellbeing. Editor(s): Paludi, Michele A. Series: Women's Psychology. Num Pages: 620 pages, 30 illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JHBL; JMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 58. Weight in Grams: 1338.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
ABC-CLIO United States
Number of pages
620
Condition
New
SKU
V9780275996772
ISBN
9780275996772
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 156.01
€ 137.23

Hardcover. Editor(s): Van Horn, Carl E.; Schaffner, Herbert A. Num Pages: 741 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBC; HBJK; HBLH; HBLL; JHBL; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 52. Weight in Grams: 1715.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
ABC-CLIO Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
741
Condition
New
SKU
V9781576076767
ISBN
9781576076767
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 183.19
€ 160.58

Paperback. Postcolonial Thought and Social Theory maps the convergences and differences between these two seemingly opposed bodies of thought. It explores the different waves of postcolonial thought, elaborates the postcolonial critique of social theory, and charts different strategies for crafting a postcolonial social science. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: HBTR; JHBA; JHMC; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 411.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780190625146
ISBN
9780190625146
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.06

Paperback. Introduces an entirely new map of female development, including the 'five facets of feminine power' that range from the basics of physical care to the discovery of passion and purpose in life. Num Pages: 752 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBK; VFDW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 49. Weight in Grams: 996.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Piatkus Books
Number of pages
752
Condition
New
SKU
V9780749926045
ISBN
9780749926045
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.00
€ 20.35

Paperback. The author lived for over 15 years with the Yanomami Indians in the Venezuelan forest and in this book he has written an account which allows them to speak for themselves, in stories told by Yanomami individuals. They describe shamanism, magic and sorcery and conflict between other villages. Series: Canto Original Series. Num Pages: 216 pages, 38 half-tones, 1 map. BIC Classification: JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 141 x 216 x 17. Weight in Grams: 304.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780521406727
ISBN
9780521406727
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.06

Paperback. Exploring the Christian culture of the Urapmin, Joel Robbins shows how its preoccupations provide keys to understanding the nature of cultural change more generally. Offers one of the richest available anthropological accounts of Christianity as a lived religion. Series: Ethnographic Studies in Subjectivity. Num Pages: 410 pages, 10 b/w photographs, 2 maps. BIC Classification: HRAM9; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 151 x 25. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
410
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520238008
ISBN
9780520238008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 29.47

Paperback. Reader outlining key developments in the recent history of interpretive social science methods. Editor(s): Denzin, Norman K.; Lincoln, Dr. Yvonna S. Series: Crossroads in Qualitative Inquiry. Num Pages: 504 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JHBC; JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 148 x 31. Weight in Grams: 794.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780759103481
ISBN
9780759103481
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 82.84

Paperback. Students embarking upon empirical research will find this to be an indispensable resource, enabling them to focus on the correct issues and ask the right questions for effective research. The book develops a set of research practices that are appropriate to a critical understanding of culture, power and everyday life. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JHBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761951759
ISBN
9780761951759
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.67

Paperback. An undergraduate introduction to both classical and contemporary social theory. Num Pages: 632 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 181 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1006.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc United States
Edition
Third
Number of pages
632
Condition
New
SKU
V9781412992787
ISBN
9781412992787
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 169.56

Paperback. A concise introduction to the writings, life, and influences of Emile Durkheim - one of the 'founding fathers' of sociology. Series: Social Thinkers Series. Num Pages: 280 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JHB. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781452202631
ISBN
9781452202631
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 45.24

Hardcover. Traces the concept of autochthony back to the classical period and incisively explores the idea in two very different contexts: Cameroon and the Netherlands. This book examines the emotional appeal of autochthony - as well as its dubious historical basis - and sheds light on a range of issues, such as multiculturalism, and national citizenship. Num Pages: 304 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1DDN; 1HFJA; JHMC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226289649
ISBN
9780226289649
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 103.43

Paperback. Includes bibliographical references (p. 221-246) and index. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Studies in Family and Intimate Life. Num Pages: 261 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFK; JFSJ; JHBK; JPQB; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
261
Condition
New
Edition
1st ed. 2011
SKU
V9781349369379
ISBN
9781349369379
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.15

Paperback. Editor(s): Fitzhugh, Ben; Habu, Junko. Series: Fundamental Issues in Archaeology. Num Pages: 442 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HD; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 706.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
442
Condition
New
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
SKU
V9781461351245
ISBN
9781461351245
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 192.71

Paperback. Editor(s): Alt, Kurt W.; Rosing, Friedrich Wilhelm; Teschler-Nicola, Maria (Natural History Museum). Num Pages: 564 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM; MFC; MFN; MMD; MMQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1013.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer Verlag GmbH Austria
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
Number of pages
564
Condition
New
SKU
V9783709174982
ISBN
9783709174982
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 132.89

Paperback. The author of "The French", "Happiness" and "A History of French Passions" writes about the history of human feelings, habits, emotions and perceptions across time. Zeldin looks at the dilemmas of ordinary life, exploring the intimate experience of men and women through the ages. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 197 x 129 x 28. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Vintage
Condition
New
SKU
9780749396237
ISBN
9780749396237
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.17

Paperback. The first monograph to be published on Gypsies in Britain using the perspective of social anthropology. Series: Changing Culture Series. Num Pages: 260 pages, illustrations, plans, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 208 x 134 x 21. Weight in Grams: 348. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1983
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KAC0001865
ISBN
9780521288705
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. This text is a comparative and historical data handbook that has an accompanying CD-ROM presenting series data on demographic developments, population and household structures for the countries of Western and Central Europe. Series: Societies of Europe. Num Pages: 872 pages, tables, figures, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JH; 3JJ; GBC; JHBC; JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1286.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Edition
2002nd Edition
Number of pages
872
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333777053
ISBN
9780333777053
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 694.21

Paperback. This book discusses the definition and types of FGM and explores the common justifications for the practice, along with the incidence in Africa, global laws, legal issues, rights and religion. Ethical considerations are examined, as are progress and the role of culture. Num Pages: 336 pages, illustrations, maps, tables. BIC Classification: 1H; JFM; JHBT; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 372.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
McFarland
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780786421671
ISBN
9780786421671
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 41.95

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