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Hardcover. Offering a comparative perspective, this book examines working poverty - those in work who are still classified as 'poor'. It argues that the growth in numbers of working poor in Europe is due to the transition from a Keynesian Welfare State to a 'post-fordist' model of production. Editor(s): Fraser, Neil; Gutierrez, Rodolfo; Pena-Casas, Ramon. Series: Work and Welfare in Europe. Num Pages: 362 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFA; JHBL; JKS; JPB; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 138 x 28. Weight in Grams: 574.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 364
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230290105
- ISBN
- 9780230290105
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.87
€ 63.87
Hardcover. Jude Howell brings together eight in-depth studies of the politics of global non-governmental public action. Covering detailed empirical research around the themes of environmentalism, security, children's rights and more, the contributors explore the complex politics amongst non-governmental public actors acting transnationally. Editor(s): Howell, Jude. Series: Non-Governmental Public Action. Num Pages: 248 pages, 4 colour tables, 2 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: GTF; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 416.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230290358
- ISBN
- 9780230290358
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Condition: New
€ 62.46
€ 62.46
Hardcover. This unique collection explores the different organizational forms, strategies and tactics that activists adopt. The authors examine how established trades unions struggle to reform, how non-governmental public actors negotiate various dilemmas, and the efforts of non-governmental public actors to secure justice. Editor(s): Howell, Jude. Series: Non-Governmental Public Action. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPHV; JPW; JPWD; JPWF; JPWH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 216 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230290365
- ISBN
- 9780230290365
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.82
€ 62.82
Hardcover. Beech and Lee provide a definitive guide to the coalition's first year in office. Offering compelling insights into their policy agenda, its chances of success, and a thought-provoking analysis of how the coalition government will affect the Conservatives, Liberal Democrats and Labour long-term. Editor(s): Lee, Simon; Beech, Matt. Num Pages: 306 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JMC; 3JMG; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 515.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230290716
- ISBN
- 9780230290716
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Condition: New
€ 119.52
€ 119.52
Hardcover. This book provides insights into the theoretical framework of 'tensions' related to care for children and the elderly. It analyzes if, and under what conditions, welfare state reforms have contributed to strengthening existing tensions, creating new tensions, or relaxing such tensions. Editor(s): Pfau-Effinger, Birgit; Rostgaard, Tine. Series: Work and Welfare in Europe. Num Pages: 268 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP31; JKSB1; JKSG; JPB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 138 x 22. Weight in Grams: 458.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230291294
- ISBN
- 9780230291294
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.64
€ 62.64
Hardcover. This book explores the ambiguous role played by civil society in the processes of state-building, democratization and post-conflict reconstruction in the Western Balkans challenging the assumption that civil society is always a force for good by analysing civil society actors and their effects in post-communist and post-conflict transition. Editor(s): Bojicic-Dzelilovic, Vesna; Ker-Lindsay, James; Kostovicova, Denisa. Series: New Perspectives on South-East Europe. Num Pages: 302 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVW; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 466.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230292895
- ISBN
- 9780230292895
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€ 63.10
€ 63.10
Hardcover. What does political representation in the European Union look like? This volume argues that the transformation of representation in the EU is characterized by diversification processes, albeit with an uncertain ability to re-configure the link between representation and democracy. Editor(s): Kroger, Sandra; Friedrich, Dawid. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QFE; JPHV; JPSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 147 x 24. Weight in Grams: 496.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230292925
- ISBN
- 9780230292925
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.04
€ 63.04
Hardcover. An exploration of the ways that multiple inequalities are being addressed in Europe. Using country-based and region-specific case studies it provides an innovative comparative analysis of the multidimensional equality regimes that are emerging in Europe, and reveals the potential that these have for institutionalizing intersectionality. Editor(s): Krizsan, Andrea; Skjeie, Hege; Squires, Judith. Series: Gender and Politics. Num Pages: 256 pages, 14 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1D; JPA; JPB; JPVH; LAQG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 138 x 19. Weight in Grams: 430.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230292956
- ISBN
- 9780230292956
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Condition: New
€ 62.51
€ 62.51
Hardcover. Using an analytical framework based on Foucault's concept of governmentality and through unique case-studies, this volume explores the ongoing transformations taking place in the Swedish welfare state. Editor(s): Larsson, Bengt; Letell, Martin; Thorn, Hakan. Num Pages: 334 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DNS; JKSB; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 147 x 26. Weight in Grams: 516.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230293410
- ISBN
- 9780230293410
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.22
€ 120.22
Hardcover. This book develops a concept of vulnerability in International Relations that allows for a profound rethinking of a core concept of international politics: means-ends rationality. It explores traditions that proffer a more complex and relational account of vulnerability. Editor(s): Beattie, Amanda Russell; Schick, Kate. Num Pages: 222 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 143 x 19. Weight in Grams: 390.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230293465
- ISBN
- 9780230293465
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Hardcover. Gender is not a 'security issue', but it tells us a lot about how, why and when certain subjects are written as security concerns. Thirteen case studies on violent subjects, reason, and emotion demonstrate different ways in which we understand political violence, security, resistance, power, and agency, and how we make sense of gender. Editor(s): Hall, Linda A.; Shepherd, Laura J. Series: Rethinking Political Violence. Num Pages: 268 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTJ; JFSJ; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 142 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230293908
- ISBN
- 9780230293908
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.70
€ 62.70
Hardcover. Blending theory and case studies, this volume explores a vitally important and topical aspect of developmentalism, which remains a focal point for scholarly and policy debates around democracy and social development in the global political economy. Includes case studies from China, Vietnam, India, Brazil, Uganda, South Korea, Ireland, Australia. Editor(s): Chang, Kyung-Sup; Fine, Ben; Weiss, Linda. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 346 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSL; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 146 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230294301
- ISBN
- 9780230294301
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.23
€ 63.23
Paperback. Beech and Lee provide a definitive guide to the coalition's first year in office. Offering compelling insights into their policy agenda, its chances of success, and a thought-provoking analysis of how the coalition government will affect the Conservatives, Liberal Democrats and Labour long-term. Editor(s): Beech, Matt; Lee, Simon. Num Pages: 312 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JM; JPLM; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 392.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230296442
- ISBN
- 9780230296442
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.77
€ 118.77
Hardcover. An exploration of European integration as seen through a gender lens. This book looks at integration theories, institutional relationships, enlargement, the development of gender law and the role of formal actors, scholars and expert networks in the EU policy-making process. With a focus on gender mainstreaming as a new approach to gender policy. Editor(s): Abels, Gabriele; Mushaben, Joyce Marie. Series: Gender and Politics. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JPB; JPSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 136 x 22. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230296459
- ISBN
- 9780230296459
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.31
€ 63.31
Hardcover. Timothy Heppell brings together a renowned group of contributors to consider the role of the Leader of the Opposition in British Politics. The book argues that the neglect of opposition studies needs to be addressed, especially given the increasing importance attached to the performance the Leader of the Opposition in the British political system. Editor(s): Heppell, Timothy. Num Pages: 291 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; 3JM; HBLW; JPH; JPHL; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 217 x 21. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230296473
- ISBN
- 9780230296473
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.33
€ 119.33
Hardcover. Written by a team of distinguished leadership scholars, this volume explores all the major fields of political leadership, from executive, legislative and party leadership to leadership in social movements and international organizations. The special value and appeal of this volume is the comparative focus which characterizes all chapters. Editor(s): Helms, Ludger. Series: Palgrave Studies in Political Leadership. Num Pages: 343 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPB; JPHL; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 139 x 24. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230296497
- ISBN
- 9780230296497
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.77
€ 119.77
Hardcover. Exploring the most topical issues around migration and integration in relation to Britain, this book, now in paperback, examines people smuggling and the elite labour migration that is becoming a feature of Britain. It also examines the concepts of social capital, social cohesion and Britishness that are being used to critique multiculturalism. Editor(s): Modood, Tariq; Salt, John. Series: Palgrave Politics of Identity and Citizenship Series. Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFN; JFSL1; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 148 x 215 x 23. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230296879
- ISBN
- 9780230296879
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.82
€ 119.82
Hardcover. Global crises not only deeply impact the economy and people's livelihoods, they also unsettle basic ideas and assumptions about the meaning and drivers of development. This collection of theoretical and empirical studies explores the substance and politics of policy change following the 2007/8 crisis from the perspective of developing countries. Editor(s): Utting, Peter; Razavi, Shahra; Varghese Buchholz, Rebecca. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 312 pages, 11 black & white tables, 12 figures. BIC Classification: GTF; JPS; KCP; KCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 142 x 22. Weight in Grams: 490.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230297821
- ISBN
- 9780230297821
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.92
€ 62.92
Hardcover. Assembling a high profile group of scholars and practitioners, this book investigates the interplay of forecasting; warnings about, and responses to, known and unknown transnational risks. It challenges conventional accounts of 'failures' of warning and preventive policy in both the academic literature and public debate. Editor(s): De Franco, Chiara; Meyer, Christoph O. Num Pages: 299 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFC; JFFS; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 143 x 22. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230297845
- ISBN
- 9780230297845
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.31
€ 63.31
Hardcover. This volume studies the relation between globalization and inequalities in emerging societies by linking Area and Global Studies, aiming at a new theory of inequality beyond the nation state and beyond Eurocentrism. Editor(s): Rehbein, Boike. Series: Frontiers of Globalization. Num Pages: 296 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFA; JFFS; JPS; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 219 x 24. Weight in Grams: 486. Series: Frontiers of Globalization. 296 pages, 15 black & white tables, 3 graphs, 2 figures. Editor(s): Rehbein, Boike. This volume studies the relation between globalization and inequalities in emerging societies by linking Area and Global Studies, aiming at a new theory of inequality beyond the nation state and beyond Eurocentrism. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFA; JFFS; JPS; KCP. Dimension: 144 x 219 x 24. Weight: 486.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230299733
- ISBN
- 9780230299733
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.28
€ 63.28
Hardcover. A state of the discipline approach to teaching and learning in Politics and IR including contributions which discuss the most cutting-edge approaches, techniques, and methodologies for tutors. This book discusses the themes and challenges in teaching and learning whilst also exploring these in the specific context of political science and IR. Editor(s): Gormley-Heenan, Cathy; Lightfoot, Simon. Num Pages: 272 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNU; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230300019
- ISBN
- 9780230300019
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.10
€ 63.10
Hardcover. Over the last two decades the countries of South East Europe have engaged in far-reaching reforms of their health systems. However, overviews of reform efforts in this part of Europe have been sorely lacking. This book addresses this shortage through the analysis of key aspects of health reforms and health workforce mobility in South East Europe. Editor(s): Bartlett, William; Bozikov, Jadranka; Rechel, Bernd. Series: New Perspectives on South-East Europe. Num Pages: 264 pages, 26 black & white tables, 17 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1DVW; JPQB; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 139 x 19. Weight in Grams: 434.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230300033
- ISBN
- 9780230300033
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.56
€ 62.56
Hardcover. The International Handbook of Public Financial Management is essential reading for governmental policy-makers, and practitioners and consultants working in this field, whose importance has been highlighted by the global financial crisis. It is a primary source for academics and students of economics, public finance, accountancy and public policy. Editor(s): Allen, Richard; Hemming, Richard; Potter, Barry. Num Pages: 881 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPP; KFFD; KJMV1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 58. Weight in Grams: 1562.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 928
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230300248
- ISBN
- 9780230300248
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 239.72
€ 239.72
Hardcover. This book analyzes how the current generation of young adults enters the labour market and tries to create their own autonomous household, with or without children, exploring questions such as what does it mean to be a young adult in Europe today and what social policies help them to combine work and family life? Editor(s): Knijn, Trudie. Series: Work and Welfare in Europe. Num Pages: 254 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JFSP2; JHBK; JHBL; JKS; JPRB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 146 x 19. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230300255
- ISBN
- 9780230300255
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.51
€ 62.51