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Warfare & defence
Paperback. Among the most momentous decisions that leaders of a state are called upon to make is whether or not to initiate warfare. How their military will fare against the opponent may be the first consideration, but not far behind are concerns about domestic political response. This title makes clear the relationship between these two distinct concerns. Series: Chicago Series on International and Domestic Institutions. Num Pages: 200 pages, 11 line drawings, 19 tables. BIC Classification: JPQB; JPS; JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 228 x 26. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226101224
- ISBN
- 9780226101224
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.82
€ 40.99
€ 31.82
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226123912
- ISBN
- 9780226123912
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Condition: New
€ 95.12€ 79.41
€ 95.12
€ 79.41
Paperback. This study examines how the myths of man as "Just Warrior" and woman as "Beautiful Soul" serve to recreate/secure women's social position as noncombatants and men's identity as warriors. It demonstrates how these myths are undermined by the reality of female bellicosity and sacrificial male love. Num Pages: 321 pages, 14 maps. BIC Classification: JFFE; JFSJ1; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 144 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226206264
- ISBN
- 9780226206264
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.82
€ 40.99
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Hardcover. What are the nation's obligations to those who fight in its name? And when does war's legacy of disability outweigh the nation's interests at home and abroad? This book examines the history of American warfare through the lens of its troubled legacy of injury and disability. It forces you to think about war and its painful costs. Num Pages: 368 pages, 41 halftones, 3 line drawings, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBW; JFFG; JWXV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 626.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226210094
- ISBN
- 9780226210094
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Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 28.00
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€ 28.00
Hardcover. Presenting a conversation among leading scholars in the areas of international legal standards, counter-terrorism strategy, humanitarian law, and the ethics of force, this book takes an account of American drone campaigns and the developing legal, ethical, and strategic implications of way of warfare. Editor(s): Cortright, David; Fairhurst, Rachel; Wall, Kristen. Num Pages: 288 pages, 1 halftone, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JWK; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226258058
- ISBN
- 9780226258058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 95.12€ 79.61
€ 95.12
€ 79.61
Hardcover. "Justice in the Balkans" re-creates how its chief prosecutor Louise Arbour worked with others to turn the tribunal's fortunes around. The Hague tribunal becomes an example of how individuals working with collective purpose can make a profound difference. Series: Chicago Series in Law and Society. Num Pages: 272 pages, 7 line drawings. BIC Classification: JWXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 602.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226312286
- ISBN
- 9780226312286
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 27.05
€ 33.99
€ 27.05
Paperback. Given the inherent fragility of civil war peace agreements, innovative approaches must be taken to ensure the successful resolution of various conflicts from Yugoslavia to Congo. This book provides both analytical frameworks and a series of critical case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of a range of strategies for keeping the peace. Editor(s): Hartzell, Caroline A.; Hoddie, Matthew. Num Pages: 280 pages, 1 line drawing, 3 tables, 1 map. BIC Classification: GTJ; JPWS; JWLP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226351254
- ISBN
- 9780226351254
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Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 32.78
€ 41.99
€ 32.78
Paperback. This book includes Janowitz's seminal work, "The Military in the Political Development of New Nations," with additional new analysis of Latin American nations and of the increasing significance of paramilitary and police forces in authoritarian regimes in developing nations. Series: Midway Reprints. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JPA; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 150 x 217 x 13. Weight in Grams: 286.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226393193
- ISBN
- 9780226393193
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 24.18
€ 30.99
€ 24.18
Paperback. Global events of the early twenty-first century have placed stress on the relationship among anthropology, governance, and war. This title includes the essays that consider how anthropologists can, should, and do respond to military overtures, and articulate anthropological perspectives on global war and power relations. Editor(s): Kelly, John D.; Jauregui, Beatrice; Mitchell, Sean T.; Walton, Jeremy. Num Pages: 408 pages, 5 halftones, 3 tables. BIC Classification: JHM; JWA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 23. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226429946
- ISBN
- 9780226429946
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.82
€ 40.99
€ 31.82
Paperback. When the United States goes to war, the nation's attention focuses on the president. This title reveals that even in politically sensitive wartime environments, individual members of Congress frequently propose legislation, hold investigative hearings, and engage in national policy debates in the public sphere. Series: Chicago Series on International and Domestic Institutions. Num Pages: 320 pages, 2 halftones, 20 line drawings, 16 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHL; JPS; JWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226453569
- ISBN
- 9780226453569
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Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 33.73
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Paperback. An exploration of the evolution of warfare in human history. It provides insight into the perennial questions of why and how humans fight. Beginning with the origins of warfare among foraging groups, it draws on empirical data to enhance our understanding of how war began and how it has changed over time. Num Pages: 280 pages, 11 line drawings, 43 tables. BIC Classification: JWA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226476292
- ISBN
- 9780226476292
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Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 30.01
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Hardcover. Explains how, before entering World War I, the United States sought a way to avoid the enormous cost of providing injured soldiers with pensions, which it had done since the Revolutionary War. This title includes a story that culminates in the postwar establishment of the Veteran's Administration. Num Pages: 272 pages, 20 halftones, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; HBJK; HBLW3; JWJ; MQV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226482538
- ISBN
- 9780226482538
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 95.12€ 79.61
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Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA; JPSD; JW; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 14. Weight in Grams: 338.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1986
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226521497
- ISBN
- 9780226521497
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Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 33.73
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Paperback. Presents diaries and correspondence left by kamikaze pilots and other Japanese student soldiers who perished during the war. These kamikaze pilots were considered unbridled fanatics who willingly sacrificed their lives for the emperor. This work is useful for those interested in the history of Japan and World War II. Num Pages: 246 pages, 12 halftones. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 3JJH; BTM; HBJF; HBWQ; JWG; JWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226619514
- ISBN
- 9780226619514
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Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 19.41
€ 23.99
€ 19.41
Paperback. Presents an approach to combat that emphasizes constant adaptation and learning, importance of decentralized decision making, the need to understand local politics and customs, and the role of intelligence in winning the support of the population. This manual emphasizes the paradoxical and counterintuitive nature of counterinsurgency operations. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 27. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226841519
- ISBN
- 9780226841519
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 17.49
€ 19.99
€ 17.49
Paperback. Num Pages: 466 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1983
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 466
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226910017
- ISBN
- 9780226910017
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Condition: New
€ 53.51€ 46.16
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€ 46.16
Paperback. Num Pages: 378 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS; JW; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 25. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 378
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226960326
- ISBN
- 9780226960326
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.32
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€ 21.32
Hardback. Examining the origins, development and conclusion of political military interventions, this text considers the implications for the interveners, the target countries and local allies, as well as the possible lessons that may be learned from cases of military intervention. Editor(s): Levite, Ariel E.; Jentleson, Bruce W. Num Pages: 334 pages, 5 illustrations. BIC Classification: JPS; JWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 278 x 153. Weight in Grams: 681.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1969
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 334
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231072946
- ISBN
- 9780231072946
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.91€ 90.75
€ 118.91
€ 90.75
Hardback. This analysis of the USA's foreign policies towards Israel questions whether Israel is of strategic value to the USA or is instead a liability. The study covers such issues as the Israeli-Arab conflict, the Suez Crisis, the invasion of Lebanon, and the influence of pro-Israeli lobbies. Translator(s): Cohen, James Alan. Series: Institute for Palestine Studies Series. Num Pages: 324 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1FBH; 1KBB; JPS; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 681.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231084925
- ISBN
- 9780231084925
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 83.23€ 64.47
€ 83.23
€ 64.47
Hardback. How do powerful people react to revolutionary circumstances? How quickly and effectively do elites adapt to, and shape, the structures of new social and political systems? Zisk offers an examination of the unexpected ways Russian defence industrialists have acted in the new market economy. Num Pages: 214 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; HBTV; JPA; JPS; JPWQ; JW; KNDM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231110785
- ISBN
- 9780231110785
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.91€ 90.75
€ 118.91
€ 90.75