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Sociology & anthropology
Hardback. Employs historical archaeological evidence to demonstrate how polite rituals reproduced the social and material world of commerce in colonial Massachusetts. This title situates artifacts within the social contexts described in contemporary letters and diaries and depicted in literature and art. Series: Contributions to Global Historical Archaeology. Num Pages: 234 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; HD; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 1200.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306461569
- ISBN
- 9780306461569
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.74
€ 123.74
Hardback. Demonstrates the use and variety of applications of time use methodology from multidisciplinary, multinational, and multicultural perspectives. This work examines the complex relationship between human time utilization and health and well-being, and evaluates time use analysis as a research tool in the social sciences. Editor(s): Pentland, Wendy E.; Lawton, M. Powell; Harvey, Andrew S. (St. Mary's University, Halifax, NS, Canada); McColl, Mary Ann. Series: Perspectives in Law and Psychology. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306459511
- ISBN
- 9780306459511
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.58
€ 124.58
Hardback. A translation of the French mathematical demography text ("Hermann: Editeurs des sciences et des arts, 1939") that offers introduction to population mathematics. Translator(s): Smith, David; Rossert, Helene. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1220.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306459276
- ISBN
- 9780306459276
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.86
€ 123.86
Hardback. Proceedings of the XIXth Congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention held in Adelaide, Australia, March 23-27, 1997 Editor(s): Kosky, Robert J.; Eshkevari, Hadi S.; Goldney, Robert D.; Hassan, Riaz. Num Pages: 424 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBZ; MMH. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 2270.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306458156
- ISBN
- 9780306458156
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.08
€ 191.08
Hardback. Series: Contemporary Systems Thinking. Num Pages: 272 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1320.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306456534
- ISBN
- 9780306456534
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.47
€ 124.47
Hardback. A collection of essays that provide: an interpretative history of inheritance in American legal thought; a review of the literature on the economics of inheritance at the household and societal levels; a history of Federal taxation of wealth transfers; and, an examination of inheritance and its role in class reproduction and stratification. Editor(s): Miller, Robert K.; McNamee, Stephen J. Num Pages: 226 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; KCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1170.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 226
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306456527
- ISBN
- 9780306456527
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.55
€ 123.55
Hardback. Contains chapters which discuss: descriptive statistics using vector notation and the components of a simple regression model; the logic of sampling distributions and simple hypothesis testing; and, the basic operations of matrix algebra and the properties of the multiple regression model. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 1110.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306456480
- ISBN
- 9780306456480
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.18
€ 123.18
Hardback. Focuses on the idea of sustainable development, asking what conditions are necessary for humanity to achieve continued improvement in standards of living. This book reviews issues of demographic change and environmental protection in sketching out the means of managing the Earth's fragile ecosystem in the decades to come. Editor(s): Micklin, Michael; Poston, Dudley L., Jr. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 373 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; RNT. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1650.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 373
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306456107
- ISBN
- 9780306456107
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 69.91
€ 69.91
Hardback. Proceedings of the Fourth International Symposium held in Lausanne, Switzerland, August 9-11, 1996 Editor(s): Denniston, George C. (University of Washington); Milos, Marilyn Fayre. Num Pages: 237 pages, 30 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JHBT; JMU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 16. Weight in Grams: 1570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 237
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306455896
- ISBN
- 9780306455896
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.01
€ 126.01
paperback. Since humans have initiative and can sometimes change the natural course of events, how can we find a system to understand our own actions and the workings of society at large? This book explains the mechanics of change and provides a concept that accounts for the growth and decline of all systems. Num Pages: 433 pages, glossary, notes, further reading, index. BIC Classification: JH; PDA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 146 x 40. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Number of pages
- 433
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997
- SKU
- V9780306455711
- ISBN
- 9780306455711
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.35
€ 63.35
Hardback. Num Pages: 295 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JFFE3; JHBK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 146 x 31. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Number of pages
- 295
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306455605
- ISBN
- 9780306455605
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.31
€ 62.31
Hardback. Examines the road traveled by human rights movements in China, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia when trying to create independent labor organizations free from governmental interference. This book covers: a worker's rights/labor standards model individumental interference; and comprehensive data tables on many aspects of the labor struggle. Num Pages: 476 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; JH; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1910.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 476
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306454776
- ISBN
- 9780306454776
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.85
€ 133.85
Hardback. Num Pages: 310 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHBK; JMU. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 145 x 29. Weight in Grams: 545.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306454059
- ISBN
- 9780306454059
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.39
€ 62.39
Hardback. Editor(s): Montada, Leo; Lerner, Melvin J. Series: Critical Issues in Social Justice. Num Pages: 286 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; JMR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306453953
- ISBN
- 9780306453953
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.78
€ 124.78
Hardback. Introduces the basics of population studies. This work utilizes a question-and-answer format that explores topics such as population theories and conceptual schemes, demographic data, mortality, fertility, migration, food production, and the environment. It is suitable for students studying demography, population, sociology, and public health. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 367 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1630.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 367
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306453380
- ISBN
- 9780306453380
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.10
€ 188.10
Hardback. Examines the biocultural character of fathering with a focus on the American father. This study draws on empirical data from a cross-cultural study of over 59,000 father-child groupings from 23 countries, illuminating the societal importance of the paternal bond and its roots in male physiology. Series: The Springer Series in Adult Development and Aging. Num Pages: 262 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBK; JMR. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1270.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306453373
- ISBN
- 9780306453373
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.56
€ 67.56
Hardback. Series: Environment, Development and Public Policy: Public Policy and Social Services. Num Pages: 314 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM; MBNH3; TDCT. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1410.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306453359
- ISBN
- 9780306453359
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.77
€ 186.77
Hardback. Based on advanced learning theory and practice, this work explores the knowledge bases of systems design; introduces and integrates concepts from other fields that contribute to design thinking and practice; and explains how competence in social systems design empowers people to direct their progress and create a truly participative democracy. Series: Contemporary Systems Thinking. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 157 x 33. Weight in Grams: 720.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306452512
- ISBN
- 9780306452512
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 239.38
€ 239.38
Hardback. Examines developments in the field of household demography focusing on household analysis and modeling. This book also examines the range of stages in household projection - including data collection, data analysis, and selection of a projection model. Editor(s): Imhoff, Evert van; Kuijsten, Anton; Hooimeijer, Pieter; Wissen, Leo J. G. van. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 369 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 166 x 243 x 35. Weight in Grams: 710.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 369
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306451874
- ISBN
- 9780306451874
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 218.80
€ 218.80
Hardback. What are critical systems thinking and critical social theory all about? What are social order, human freedom, and happiness? Can we shape our own destiny? Are the ideas of collective autonomy and responsibility utopian? This book sheds light on these vital questions, offering innovative approaches to understanding society's hypercomplexity. Series: Contemporary Systems Thinking. Num Pages: 322 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 166 x 236 x 24. Weight in Grams: 674.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 322
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306451607
- ISBN
- 9780306451607
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.13
€ 187.13