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Paperback. This text provides a detailed analysis of both the music and the cultural significance of children's songs among the Venda people of the northern Transvaal, South Africa. It examines topics such as role of melody in generating rhythm. Num Pages: 210 pages, 15 halftones, 14 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; AVGH; JFSP1; JFSP2; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 330.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226055114
- ISBN
- 9780226055114
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.80
€ 40.99
€ 31.80
Paperback. Situates dance within a larger Chicago landscape of segregated social practices. Focusing on new forms of appropriation in an era of multiculturalism, the author underscores the institutionalization of racial disparities and offers insights into the intersection of race and culture in America. Num Pages: 280 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; ASD; JFC; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 230 x 15. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226043104
- ISBN
- 9780226043104
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Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.90
€ 37.99
€ 29.90
Paperback. How do people practice religion in their everyday lives? Courtney Bender spent more than a year working as a volunteer for a non-profit organisation called God's Love We Deliver, helping to prepare food for people with AIDs, this volume tells the story of that time. Series: Morality and Society Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRCV; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 334.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226042824
- ISBN
- 9780226042824
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Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 26.08
€ 32.99
€ 26.08
Paperback. Addresses the question: Why should Africa be studied in the American university? Put to scholars in the social sciences and humanities, prominent Africanists who are also leaders in their various disciplines, their responses make a strong case for the research on Africa. Editor(s): Bates, Robert H.; etc.; Mudimbe, V.Y.; O'Barr, Jean F. (Professor of the Practice of Women's Studies, Duke University, USA). Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KBB; JFC; JH; JNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 396.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226039015
- ISBN
- 9780226039015
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.83
€ 37.99
€ 29.83
Paperback. Focusing on the cultural meanings of whitemen in the Orokaiva society of Papua New Guinea, this book provides a fresh approach to understanding how race is symbolically constructed and why racial stereotypes endure in the face of counter evidence. It provides an analysis of whiteness and race in a non-Western society. Num Pages: 328 pages, 24 halftones, 2 maps, 4 figures, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1MKLP; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 2nd Paperback Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226038919
- ISBN
- 9780226038919
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.74
€ 40.99
€ 31.74
Paperback. Deals with logical standards and forms that should guide ethical and experimental anthropology in the twenty-first century. This title draws on experiences from a set of anthropological experiments that investigated how and whether the human and biological sciences could be brought into a mutually enriching relationship. Num Pages: 136 pages, 3 tables. BIC Classification: GPS; JHBC; JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 227.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226036915
- ISBN
- 9780226036915
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 25.12
€ 31.99
€ 25.12
Hardcover. Tells about the logical standards and forms that should guide ethical and experimental anthropology in the twenty-first century. This title draws on experiences from a set of anthropological experiments that investigated how and whether the human and biological sciences could be brought into a mutually enriching relationship. Num Pages: 136 pages, 3 tables. BIC Classification: GPS; JHBC; JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226036885
- ISBN
- 9780226036885
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Condition: New
€ 95.48€ 79.50
€ 95.48
€ 79.50
Hardcover. Expanding the definition of visual anthropology beyond more limited notions, this title reflects on the role of the visual in all areas of life. It includes different essays that examine a range of topics such as: art, dress and body adornment, photography, the built environment, digital forms of visual anthropology, indigenous media, and more. Editor(s): Banks, Marcus; Ruby, Jay. Num Pages: 432 pages, 27 halftones. BIC Classification: JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226036618
- ISBN
- 9780226036618
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Condition: New
€ 140.83€ 115.84
€ 140.83
€ 115.84
Paperback. Translator(s): Goldhammer, Arthur. Num Pages: 182 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: JH; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 200 x 150 x 11. Weight in Grams: 198.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 182
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226035499
- ISBN
- 9780226035499
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 28.88
€ 36.99
€ 28.88
Paperback. Since its founding in 1964 Tanzania has used music, dance and other cultural productions as ways of imagining and legitimizing the new nation. Focusing on the politics surrounding Swahili performance, Kelly Askew demonstrates the crucial role of popular culture in Tanzania's history. Series: Chicago Studies in Ethnomusicology. Num Pages: 392 pages, 22 halftones, 5 maps, 4 line drawings, 25 tables. BIC Classification: 1HFGT; 1M; ASZ; AVGE; GTB; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 612.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 74
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226029818
- ISBN
- 9780226029818
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Condition: New
€ 51.32€ 43.77
€ 51.32
€ 43.77
Paperback. A history of the meaning of property, this text aims to uncover in American legal writing a competing vision of property which has existed alongside the traditional conception. It argues that property has also been understood as propriety, a method for creating and maintaining an organized society. Num Pages: 486 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JH; KFFR; LNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 31. Weight in Grams: 700.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 486
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226013541
- ISBN
- 9780226013541
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 41.36
€ 52.99
€ 41.36
Hardcover. A compilation of different qualitative approaches to data gathering in educational research. Topics covered include anthropological perspectives, collaborative research, symbolic interactionism, a feminist materialistic approach and the approach to ethical issues. Editor(s): LeCompte, Margaret Diane; Goetz, Judith Preissle; Preissle, Judith; Millroy, Wendy L. Num Pages: 257 pages, index. BIC Classification: JFFK; JHBC; JN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 57. Weight in Grams: 1388.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 257
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780124405707
- ISBN
- 9780124405707
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.46
€ 185.46
Hardcover. Focuses on the research and measurement issues related to the emergent field of gambling studies. This book aims to offer a common starting point for researchers with diverse backgrounds by explaining the generally accepted knowledge in the area, research trends, and information gaps. Editor(s): Smith, Garry; Hodgins, David; Williams, Robert. Num Pages: 696 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GPS; JFFH; JHMC; JMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1048.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 696
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780123708564
- ISBN
- 9780123708564
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Condition: New
€ 154.65
€ 154.65
Hardcover. The study of social dynamics using quantitative methodology is complex and calls for technical and methodological approaches in social science research. This book provides step-by-step instructions for designing and conducting longitudinal research, with focus on the longitudinal analysis of both quantitative outcomes and qualitative outcomes. Num Pages: 402 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GPS; JHBC; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 174 x 28. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780120884858
- ISBN
- 9780120884858
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Condition: New
€ 146.78
€ 146.78
Hardcover. The authors examine theories and models that help to understand individual and social aspects of processes of learning, development of expertise, knowledge creation, and innovation. These processes are studied both in the contexts of education and work, and are illuminated with numerous examples, and interview data. Editor(s): Hakkarainen, Kai P. J.; Palonen, Tuire; Paavola, Sami; Lehtinen, Erno. Series: Advances in Learning and Instruction S. Num Pages: 244 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHM; JNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780080445410
- ISBN
- 9780080445410
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Condition: New
€ 207.64
€ 207.64
Paperback. BIC Classification: JHBK5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 230 x 17. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Familius LLC
- Edition
- First
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781942934127
- ISBN
- 9781942934127
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Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 18.82
€ 20.99
€ 18.82
Paperback. A personal, trenchant, and comprehensive account of the contemporary news media. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: JFD; JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Edition
- Second Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393912876
- ISBN
- 9780393912876
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Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.41
€ 26.99
€ 25.41
Paperback. Series: Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing and Publishing. Num Pages: 224 pages, 9 line drawings, 1 table. BIC Classification: JHBC; JNR. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 18. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226364780
- ISBN
- 9780226364780
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Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.27
€ 25.99
€ 21.27
Paperback. Editor(s): Hazen, Jennifer M.; Rodgers, Dennis. Num Pages: 312 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, 2 tables. BIC Classification: BTC; JFSG; JHMC; JKVM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 143 x 19. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780816691494
- ISBN
- 9780816691494
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 27.60
€ 30.99
€ 27.60
Paperback. Economic development is an important focus of anthropological work in rural and urban communities around the world. This volume offers analyses on the theory and practice of development. Editor(s): Cohen, Jeffrey H.; Dannhaeuser, Norbert. Series: Society for Economic Anthropology Monograph Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: GTF; JHM; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 151 x 21. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780759102125
- ISBN
- 9780759102125
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Condition: New
€ 68.94
€ 68.94
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- Society for Industrial & Applied Mathematics,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780898714227
- ISBN
- 9780898714227
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Condition: New
€ 131.67
€ 131.67
Hardback. Explores the historical origins, present-day meanings and political potential of a global civil society. Series Editor(s): Shapiro, Ian; Hardin, Russell; Holmes, Stephen; Isaac, Jeffrey; Kiss, Elizabeth; Okin, Susan; Parijs, Phillipe Van; Pettit, Phillip. Series: Contemporary Political Theory S. Num Pages: 236 pages, 2 b/w illus. BIC Classification: JFFS; JH; JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 236
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521815437
- ISBN
- 9780521815437
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Condition: New
€ 98.45
€ 98.45
Paperback. An anthropological study of the social functions and meanings of medicines in different cultures. Series: Cambridge Studies in Medical Anthropology. Num Pages: 212 pages, 12 b/w illus. BIC Classification: JFC; JHMC; MB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 32. Series: Cambridge Studies in Medical Anthropology. 212 pages, 12 b/w illus. An anthropological study of the social functions and meanings of medicines in different cultures. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: JFC; JHMC; MB. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 13. Weight: 344.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521804691
- ISBN
- 9780521804691
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Condition: New
€ 45.05
€ 45.05
Hardback. New approach demonstrating how social science can be successful, focusing on context, values, and power. Translator(s): Sampson, Steven. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA; JHBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 161 x 237 x 21. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521772686
- ISBN
- 9780521772686
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.03
€ 124.03