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Hardcover. A reader in the history of economic thought challenges the assumption that today's prevailing economic theories are always the most appropriate ones. It examines the life and work of each of the founders of economics. It maps the various channels of continental economics, particularly from the late-18th through the early-20th centuries. Editor(s): Backhaus, Jurgen George. Series: The European Heritage in Economics and the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 740 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1184. Insights on the Founders of Modern Economics. Series: The European Heritage in Economics and the Social Sciences. 742 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Backhaus, Jurgen Georg. A reader in the history of economic thought challenges the assumption that today's prevailing economic theories are always the most appropriate ones. It examines the life and work of each of the founders of economics. It maps the various channels of continental economics, particularly from the late-18th through the early-20th centuries. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: JPA; KCA. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 43. Weight: 1184.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441983350
- ISBN
- 9781441983350
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.71
€ 254.71
Hardback. By offering unique insights, this book contributes to the ongoing debate that aims to secure peace and development in Northeast Asia. It discusses how a peaceful solution of the region's security problems could enhance Korea's economic stability. Editor(s): Seliger, Bernhard; Pascha, Werner. Series: The Political Economy of the Asia Pacific. Num Pages: 276 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCL; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441996565
- ISBN
- 9781441996565
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.51
€ 128.51
Hardcover. Num Pages: 163 pages, 37 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPP; UN; UYQE; UYQP; UYZM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 164 x 16. Weight in Grams: 406.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447167167
- ISBN
- 9781447167167
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.27
€ 61.27
Handbook of Water and Wastewater Systems Protection
. Ed(S): Clark, Robert M.; Hakim, Simon; Otsf...
Hardback. 9/11 alerted the US Environmental Protection Agency to the vulnerability of water distribution networks. This book examines real-life plans and projects, technological and managerial innovations and business opportunities in safeguarding water supplies. Editor(s): Clark, Robert M.; Hakim, Simon; Otsfeld, Avi. Series: Protecting Critical Infrastructure. Num Pages: 528 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JP; RBK; RNFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 32. Weight in Grams: 970.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461401889
- ISBN
- 9781461401889
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 252.88
€ 252.88
Hardback. Deploying case studies from around the world, this volume explores the complex interplay of colonial and capital formations. The authors' critical approach attempts to apply post-colonial theory to realign the theoretical discourse in historical archaeology. Editor(s): Croucher, Sarah K.; Weiss, Lindsay. Series: Contributions to Global Historical Archaeology. Num Pages: 318 pages, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HBG; HD; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461401919
- ISBN
- 9781461401919
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.23
€ 129.23
Hardback. This book focuses on the political discourse surrounding the proposed extraction of oil from the Athabasca tar sands in Alberta, Canada, tracing how language and visual representations are used to reinforce or challenge the legitimacy of oil extraction there. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JPQB; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 537.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461402862
- ISBN
- 9781461402862
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.31
€ 128.31
hardcover. This book examines a host of issues surrounding local government and autonomy. Outlining the last 200 years of city government development provides important insights that could benefit contemporary federations that suffer from a 'democratic deficit'. Editor(s): Backhaus, Jurgen. Series: The European Heritage in Economics and the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 124 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 124
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461402923
- ISBN
- 9781461402923
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.10
€ 127.10
Hardback. This volume emphasizes the need for empirical research that evaluates government spending on terrorist intervention. The text focuses on evidence-based questions on the effectiveness of policies and whether secondary effects exist. Editor(s): Lum, Cynthia; Kennedy, Leslie W. Series: Springer Series on Evidence-Based Crime Policy. Num Pages: 396 pages, 25 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JKVC; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 730.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 396
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461409526
- ISBN
- 9781461409526
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.74
€ 129.74
Hardback. Editor(s): Ayuk, Elias T; Kabore, Samuel T. Series: Insight and Innovation in International Development. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, black & white tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: JPQB; KCM; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461412335
- ISBN
- 9781461412335
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.37
€ 68.37
Hardback. Editor(s): Goransson, Bo; Brundenius, Claes, Dr. Series: Insight and Innovation in International Development. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, black & white tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: JNV; JPQB; KCM; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461412359
- ISBN
- 9781461412359
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.86
€ 129.86
Paperback. This book focuses on controversies and disagreements over the use of different methodologies for the study of politics and society, and discussions of specific applications found in the widely scattered literature where research in the field is published. Editor(s): Leicht, Kevin T.; Jenkins, J. Craig. Series: Handbooks of Sociology and Social Research. Num Pages: 679 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1274.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 679
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461412557
- ISBN
- 9781461412557
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 254.74
€ 254.74
Web 2.0 Technologies and Democratic Governance: Political, Policy and ...
. Ed(S): Reddick, Christopher G.; Aikins, Ste...
Hardback. Offers an understanding of the nature of Web 2.0 technologies and their impact on political, public policy and management processes. This title explores how best Web 2.0 applications can be leveraged and aligned with the strategic goals of government organizations to add value and ensure effective governance. Editor(s): Reddick, Christopher G.; Aikins, Stephen Kwamena. Series: Public Administration and Information Technology. Num Pages: 288 pages, 38 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPP; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 596.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461414476
- ISBN
- 9781461414476
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.01
€ 195.01
Paperback. George Bush's 1988 campaign pledge, "Read my lips: no new taxes", has become a mantra for those who distrust politicians and bureaucrats. This book addresses the timely issue of speech in policy processes from a political-economy perspective. Series: Studies in Public Choice. Num Pages: 306 pages, 65 black & white illustrations, 40 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: CB; HPS; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 306
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461417200
- ISBN
- 9781461417200
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.29
€ 194.29
Paperback. Conventional wisdom warns that unaccountable political and business agents can enrich a few at the expense of many. This book rigorously develops this hypothesis and provides evidence of how "democracy can go too far" and thus decrease economic performance. Series: Studies in Public Choice. Num Pages: 131 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCBM; KFFD; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 229.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 131
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461417217
- ISBN
- 9781461417217
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.46
€ 126.46
Paperback. Aims to familiarize students of public policy with the precautionary principle, which plays a vital role in the European Union's approach toward regulating risks. This book is suitable for both academics and practitioners. It shows how the precautionary principle is put into practice and to what extent precautionary measures become modified. Series: SpringerBriefs in Political Science. Num Pages: 102 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JPA; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 175.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 102
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461419839
- ISBN
- 9781461419839
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.83
€ 70.83
Paperback. Here is the first study of post-Cold War cooperation for advancing maritime governance in this little-understood but geopolitically vital region. The authors synthesize regime and structuration theory to assess the effectiveness of international cooperation. Series: The Political Economy of the Asia Pacific. Num Pages: 424 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCL; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 595.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461426431
- ISBN
- 9781461426431
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 250.57
€ 250.57
Paperback. In the study of civil society and social movements, most cases are based in Western Europe and North America. This is the first edited book examining social movements in East Asia and it provides a direct contrast to books focused on Western social movements. Editor(s): Broadbent, Jeffrey; Brockman, Vicky. Series: Nonprofit and Civil Society Studies. Num Pages: 530 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTB; JHB; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 738.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 530
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461427858
- ISBN
- 9781461427858
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.65
€ 251.65
Paperback. This book addresses a comprehensive range of topics on economic incorporation, outcomes and impact over the individual's lifetime, recognizing the economic importance of this group, which at 15.1 percent is the largest minority population in the United States. Editor(s): Leal, David L.; Trejo, Stephen J. Series: Immigrants and Minorities, Politics and Policy. Num Pages: 328 pages, 78 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCF; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461427865
- ISBN
- 9781461427865
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.49
€ 194.49
Paperback. With more than 70 per cent of murders of Partido de la Revolucion Democratica members remaining unsolved, this study of the causes of political killings in Mexico's ongoing process of democratization puts them firmly in the context of political repression. Series: Studies of Organized Crime. Num Pages: 258 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JKV; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 403.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461428084
- ISBN
- 9781461428084
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.95
€ 66.95
Paperback. This book examines the dynamics of the Chinese economy, including ownership structure, management design, labor-management relations, business infrastructure, and capitalization in both the public and private sectors. Series: Innovation, Technology, and Knowledge Management. Num Pages: 206 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, 33 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; KCP; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 361.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461429388
- ISBN
- 9781461429388
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.05
€ 194.05
Handbook of Water and Wastewater Systems Protection
. Ed(S): Clark, Robert M.; Hakim, Simon; Ostf...
paperback. 9/11 alerted the US Environmental Protection Agency to the vulnerability of water distribution networks. This book examines real-life plans and projects, technological and managerial innovations and business opportunities in safeguarding water supplies. Editor(s): Clark, Robert M.; Hakim, Simon; Ostfeld, Avi. Series: Protecting Critical Infrastructure. Num Pages: 528 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KJM; RBK; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 825.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461429845
- ISBN
- 9781461429845
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.78
€ 251.78
Paperback. Series: SpringerBriefs in Space Development. Num Pages: 118 pages, 4 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HP; JPA; LBB; TRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 195.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 118
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461430933
- ISBN
- 9781461430933
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.26
€ 65.26
Hardback. This book investigates the inherent 'impossibilities' in the political thought of Adriano Olivetti, and seeks to determine whether the Olivettian ideal lacks true consistency, or if it is, rather, an idealism which does not lose sight of reality. Series: The European Heritage in Economics and the Social Sciences. Num Pages: 96 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461432586
- ISBN
- 9781461432586
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. Here is a fresh look at a political and economic puzzle: why do Joe and Jane Sixpack in the Bronx and Dallas pay taxes to subsidize ballparks for professional sports, despite evidence that publicly funded stadiums don't create net economic growth? Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JP; KC; WSBV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 183 x 246 x 14. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461433316
- ISBN
- 9781461433316
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 39.09
€ 48.99
€ 39.09