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Sociology
The New Middle Classes. Globalizing Lifestyles, Consumerism and Enviro...
. Ed(S): Lange, Hellmuth; Meier, Lars
Paperback. This book analyzes the middle class in terms of attitudes and preferences as well as socio-economic features and governmental policies. It provides original contributions from internationally renowned researchers that bring fresh multidisciplinary insights. Editor(s): Lange, Hellmuth; Meier, Lars. Num Pages: 306 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTB; JHB; RGC; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 491.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 306
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048182244
- ISBN
- 9789048182244
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 119.41
€ 119.41
Paperback. This book examines the empirical validity of some of multiculturalism's basic propositions. It focuses on Canada as the country for which the most enthusiastic claims for multiculturalism have been made, and uses a national survey to explore its topic. Num Pages: 194 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JHMC; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 194
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048182282
- ISBN
- 9789048182282
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 139.37
€ 139.37
Paperback. This book discusses the theoretical and doctrinal contribution of the liberal economists, writing at the onset of the industrial revolution in France, and those of their contemporary, Pierre-Joseph Proudhon. The approach is innovative and epistemological. Num Pages: 200 pages, 12 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048182299
- ISBN
- 9789048182299
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.83
€ 118.83
Paperback. The aim of many studies in population research and demography is to explain cause-effect relationships among variables or events. This book presents both theoretical contributions and empirical applications of the counterfactual approach to causal inference. Editor(s): Engelhardt, Henriette; Kohler, Hans-Peter; Furnkranz-Prskawetz, Alexia. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBC; JHBD; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048182329
- ISBN
- 9789048182329
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.83
€ 118.83
Paperback. This updated book offers one of the first sustained philosophical analyses of cultural phenomena in the Anglo-American tradition. Special attention is given to ontology and methodology, and there is wide-ranging coverage of pertinent and leading views. Series: Synthese Library. Num Pages: 156 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPJ; HPM; HPS; JHBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 2nd ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 156
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048185054
- ISBN
- 9789048185054
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.83
€ 118.83
Applications of Mathematics in Models, Artificial Neural Networks and ...
. Ed(S): Capecchi, Vittorio; Buscema, Massimo...
Hardback. This book is focused on using mathematics in the social sciences. Discussion includes history, mathematical models, artificial neural networks, and the relationship between mathematics and art. Editor(s): Capecchi, Vittorio; Buscema, Massimo; Contucci, Pierluigi; D'Amore, Bruno. Num Pages: 617 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JHBC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 2340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 617
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048185801
- ISBN
- 9789048185801
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.92
€ 243.92
Hardback. These essays explore the understanding of historical and contemporary geographies of science. From the 16th to the 20th centuries, they examine the formation and changing geographies of such scientific centers as museums, laboratories and world fairs. Editor(s): Meusburger, Peter; Livingstone, David; Jons, Heike. Series: Knowledge and Space. Num Pages: 267 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; PDX; RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1270.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 267
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048186105
- ISBN
- 9789048186105
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.90
€ 185.90
Hardback. This book develops a debate around responsible social inquiry into new racism, addressing a variety of ways of researching new forms of racism (for example, aversive, modern, cultural, purportedly color-blind, and new racism). Num Pages: 513 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GT; HPQ; JFSL1; JHBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 165 x 35. Weight in Grams: 882.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 513
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187270
- ISBN
- 9789048187270
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.81
€ 189.81
Hardback. Despite being a relatively young sub-discipline, European environmental sociology has changed considerably over the years towards more interdisciplinary collaborations and problem solving. Editor(s): Gross, Matthias; Heinrichs, Harald. Num Pages: 361 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA; KCN; RGC; RNF; RNP; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 800.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 361
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187294
- ISBN
- 9789048187294
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 213.35
€ 213.35
Hardback. Inequality is one of the major problems of the contemporary world. Issues of equity and deprivation must be addressed in view of sustainable development. This title contains population studies that examine the disparities evident across geographical space in the UK and between different individuals or groups. Editor(s): Stillwell, John; Norman, Paul; Thomas, Claudia N.; Surridge, Paula. Series: Understanding Population Trends and Processes. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JHBD; KCP; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187492
- ISBN
- 9789048187492
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.24
€ 123.24
Hardback. This book provides an exhaustive analysis and criticism of the main theories of the practice of law-applying officials. It proposes an elaborate model of collective action and the notion of being under a duty qua member of a group. Series: Law and Philosophy Library. Num Pages: 190 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JHBD; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187690
- ISBN
- 9789048187690
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.94
€ 122.94
Hardcover. The International Handbook of the Demography of Race and Ethnicity Editor(s): Saenz, Rogelio; Embrick, David G.; Rodriguez, Nestor P. Series: International Handbooks of Population. Num Pages: 629 pages, 97 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFSL; JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 270 x 188 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1410.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2015th Edition
- Number of pages
- 1000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048188901
- ISBN
- 9789048188901
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 300.03
€ 300.03
Hardback. This book examines how to forecast the international migration component in a way that can be used for population forecasts using the probabilistic approach. It applies Bayesian statistical methods to an under-researched area of population forecasting. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHBD; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 165 x 25. Weight in Grams: 634.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048188963
- ISBN
- 9789048188963
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.89
€ 124.89
Hardcover. Household and Living Arrangement Projections Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 357 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBD; KCB; KCP; MJX; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189052
- ISBN
- 9789048189052
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.48
€ 182.48
hardcover. Focusing on the consequences of migration, and cultural contact between the various ethnic groups, this book describes and analyses the nature of ethnic identity and state of ethnic relations, both historically and in the present day, in Southeast Asia. Num Pages: 274 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1270.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189083
- ISBN
- 9789048189083
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.86
€ 123.86
Hardback. This book presents findings of longitudinal analyses examining major life transitions, the ways individuals and couples negotiate and organize the competing demands of paid and unpaid work during their lives and the consequences of these arrangements. Editor(s): Evans, Ann; Baxter, Janeen. Series: Life Course Research and Social Policies. Num Pages: 240 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JHBC; JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 160 x 19. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2013
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189113
- ISBN
- 9789048189113
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.22
€ 119.22
The Indirect Estimation of Migration: Methods for Dealing with Irregul...
Rogers, Andrei; Little, Jani; Raymer, James
Hardback. This unique book introduces an essential element in applied demographic analysis: a tool-kit for describing, smoothing, repairing and, in instances of totally missing data, inferring directional migration flows. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 170 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHBC; JHBD; RG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 165 x 17. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189144
- ISBN
- 9789048189144
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.01
€ 122.01
The Demographic Transition and Development in Africa. The Unique Case ...
. Ed(S): Teller, Charles; Hailemariam, Assefa
hardcover. This book compares Ethiopia with other African nations to discuss Ethiopia's demographic transition and development, which is unique because of its mix of poverty-related negative factors with positive education, health, and age-of-marriage trends. Editor(s): Teller, Charles; Hailemariam, Assefa. Num Pages: 359 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD; KCP; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 359
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189175
- ISBN
- 9789048189175
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.83
€ 125.83
Hardback. A strong understanding of demographic structure and population dynamics is essential to effective planning and decision making for the future. This volume presents contributions from a number of experts in population geography and demography, presented to honour Professor Rees's retirement. Editor(s): Stillwell, John; Clarke, Martin. Series: Understanding Population Trends and Processes. Num Pages: 228 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1160.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189298
- ISBN
- 9789048189298
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.19
€ 123.19
Hardback. In contrast to the female-centric study of fertility, this volume focuses on the role of males and challenges whether fertility variation can be understood without exploring the roles of both sexes. Male and female fertility differentials are presented in rates and determinants in various social contexts. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 208 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189380
- ISBN
- 9789048189380
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.83
€ 122.83
Hardcover. This study projects a 50-year perspective across 27 European countries, offering an extended discussion of theories and factors underlying the assumed modification of demographic components of population change. Editor(s): Kupiszewski, Marek. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 350 pages, 48 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JHBD; KCP; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 26. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189472
- ISBN
- 9789048189472
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.56
€ 120.56
The Future of Motherhood in Western Societies: Late Fertility and its ...
Velde, Egbert R.. Ed(S): Beets, Gijs; Schippe...
Hardback. This text offers a holistic overview of the process of postponing the birth of a first child. It argues that couples can create supportive arrangements according to personal preferences and thereby facilitate a rise in the age of first motherhood. Editor(s): Beets, Gijs; Schippers, Joop. Num Pages: 222 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 164 x 20. Weight in Grams: 494.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 222
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189687
- ISBN
- 9789048189687
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.94
€ 122.94
Hardback. Emphasizing the need for a social demographic analysis of adoption, this volume discusses recent changes to adoption trends in the United States. These include a shift in focus from the benefits for adopters to the best interests of the adoptees, a decrease in the domestic availability of healthy white infants, and more. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD; JKSF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 509.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189717
- ISBN
- 9789048189717
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.29
€ 119.29
Hardcover. Featuring contributions from leading population researchers in fertility, family, migration, life-expectancy, and mortality, this volume presents a new demography of Europe. The text discusses key research advances, which illustrates the continent's demographic development at the turn of the 21st century. Editor(s): Bernardi, Laura; Neyer, Gerda; Kulu, Hill; Andersson, Gunnar; Buhler, Christoph. Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHBD; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 494.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 180
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189779
- ISBN
- 9789048189779
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 181.20
€ 181.20