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Hardcover. From City Hall to the White House, from local courthouses to the Supreme Court, religion is indisputably influential in American politics. This title traces the history of religion in America's political sphere and explores the issues concerning its relevance. Editor(s): Dunn, Charles W. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HRAM2; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813125169
- ISBN
- 9780813125169
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 51.59
€ 51.59
Containing Communism was the primary goal of American foreign policy for four decades, allowing generations of political leaders to build consensus atop a universally accepted foundation. This title dissects numerous attempts, after Communism's collapse, to devise a strategy that could match containment's moral clarity and political efficacy. Num Pages: 440 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124629
- ISBN
- 9780813124629
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.94
€ 62.94
For two millennia, Aristotle's writings have taught that the ethically "good life" is the highest purpose of human existence. This work traces the development of this notion, illuminating the connections between Greek philosophy, Judeo-Christian tradition, Eastern religions, and postindustrial social criticism. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124575
- ISBN
- 9780813124575
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.77
€ 45.77
Presents a personal account and an analysis of the crises threatening the cradle of civilization. This work challenges policymakers to build bridges, recognize common interests, foster genuine diplomacy, and seek realistically navigable roads to lasting peace, rather than resort to propaganda, threats, and military actions. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1FB; JPS; JPWS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124469
- ISBN
- 9780813124469
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.05
€ 33.05
Hardcover. Offers an argument for the principles of moral democratic realism that inspired the Bush administration's policy of regime change in Iraq. This work connects the Bush Doctrine and modern issues in American foreign policy to the deeper tradition of American diplomacy, drawing from positive lessons as well as cautionary tales from the past. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 1KBB; 3JMC; JPQB; JPS; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124346
- ISBN
- 9780813124346
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.62
€ 45.62
Hardcover. Written by a noted legal theorist, this book details the history and intellectual foundations of freedom of speech, using examples from Socrates, Jesus, and Sir Thomas More. It pays particular attention to freedom of speech as it relates to the US Constitution, and describes potential First Amendment issues, such as cases involving the Internet. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPVH2; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124247
- ISBN
- 9780813124247
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.24
€ 40.24
Hardcover. Affirming the relativity of the American historical imagination, this work offers a polemic against ethnocentric interpretations of American culture and politics. It analyzes issues that range from the nature of Thomas Jefferson's vision of an egalitarian nation to the persistence of racial inequality. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124124
- ISBN
- 9780813124124
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 103.43
€ 103.43
Reviews the key research and writings on southern politics since World War II. This volume covers topical areas such as civil rights, public opinion, political behavior, party development, population movement, governors, legislatures, and women in politics. Editor(s): Steed, Robert P.; Moreland, Laurence W. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBF; 1KBBS; 3JJP; JP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 617.
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123820
- ISBN
- 9780813123820
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.20
€ 56.20
The Logos Reader: Rational Radicalism and the Future of Politics
Bronner, Stephen Eric, Thompson, Michael J.
Hardcover. Brings together the most influential and controversial work to appear in the journal. The contributors deal with some of the most pressing political issues of our age, including transnational developments, US foreign policy, the Iraqi War, the plight of the Palestinians, and the domestic concerns currently dominating American politics. Editor(s): Bronner, Stephen Eric; Thompson, Michael J. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 164 x 29. Weight in Grams: 694.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123684
- ISBN
- 9780813123684
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.25
€ 46.25
Examining the powerful ways in which religious considerations have shaped American political discourse, this collection of thirteen essays from prominent historians and political scientists explores the intersection of religion, politics, race relations, and Southern culture in post - Civil War America. Editor(s): Feldman, Glenn. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLL; HBLW; HRC; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 36. Weight in Grams: 789.
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123639
- ISBN
- 9780813123639
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.50
€ 52.50
The contributors to Southern Political Party Activists examine both the development of American political party organizations and the changing political character of the South, focusing on grassroots party activists - those who are involved in party organizations at the county level. Editor(s): Clark, John A; Prysby, Charles. Num Pages: 304 pages, 84 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBF; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 531.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123400
- ISBN
- 9780813123400
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 39.91
€ 39.91
The end of the cold war left the United States without a plan for navigating the international security challenges of a new world order. Few can agree on what, if any, grand strategy should replace containment. This text examines the debates over US. grand strategy in light of US. security policies and interests in tactical regions worldwide. Editor(s): Hentz, James J. Num Pages: 288 pages, 8 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JM; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 503.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123325
- ISBN
- 9780813123325
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 49.24
€ 49.24
The global threat of nuclear weapons is a key policy issue. Using a variety of sources, Busch offers a detailed examination of nuclear programmes around the world as well as assessing the current debates in international relations over the associated risks. Num Pages: 560 pages, 4 photographs. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWMN; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 812.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123233
- ISBN
- 9780813123233
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 81.79
€ 81.79
This memoir from his personal physician, friend, and confidante of more than 40 years, John C. Lungren, MD, portrays Richard Nixon as a paradoxical man - intense, compassionate, guarded, intelligent, resilient, deeply religious, enormously successful but ultimately tragic. Num Pages: 204 pages, 13 photographs. BIC Classification: BGH; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 24. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122748
- ISBN
- 9780813122748
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 49.16
€ 49.16
As a leader of the Southern Regional Council in the 1960s and later as director of the Field Foundation, Leslie Dunbar's advocacy and behind-the-scenes organizing made him one of the most significant people in the civil rights movement. This text gathers 14 of Dunbar's essays and speeches. Num Pages: 224 pages, 4 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBF; HBJK; HBLW3; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122618
- ISBN
- 9780813122618
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 49.07
€ 49.07
Fred M. Vinson, the 13th Chief Justice of the United States, started his political career as a small-town Kentucky lawyer and rose to positions of power in all three branches of federal government. This biography offers a wealth of insight into a highly regarded political figure. Num Pages: 344 pages, 16 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBSK; BGH; HBJK; HBLW; JPR; LN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 794.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122472
- ISBN
- 9780813122472
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.38
€ 63.38
Not trusting biographers, Jefferson wrote his autobiography at 77. This text returns to original manuscripts and correspondence for a new view of the statesman's life. It extends the story where Jefferson left off, weaving excerpts from other writings with passages from the autobiography. Num Pages: 216 pages, notes. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; BGHA; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 349.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122359
- ISBN
- 9780813122359
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.12
€ 42.12
In her own time and ours, Hannah More (1745-1833) has been seen as a benefactress of the poor, writing and working selflessly to their benefit. This work argues that More's agenda was to control the poor, to prevent them rising in revolt against Church and King. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; DSB; HBTB; JFSC; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 626.
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122229
- ISBN
- 9780813122229
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 49.96
€ 49.96
The US has long exploited Earth's orbit to enhance security, generate wealth, and reinforce its position as a world leader, but is ambivalent towards military activities in space. This book sees this as undermining the future security of the US, and suggests how to meet national security demands. Num Pages: 394 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; JPS; JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 747.
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121987
- ISBN
- 9780813121987
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 39.34
€ 39.34
Hardback. Part of a series on the papers of the governors of Kentucky, this volume deals with Brereton Jones (54th incumbent), who claimed that "This administration is committed to having the most positive, progressive, exciting four years in our state's history." The papers are organized thematically. Series: Public Papers of the Governors of Kentucky. Num Pages: 592 pages, 1 port. BIC Classification: 1KBBSK; 3JJPR; HBJK; HBLW3; JPHL; JPR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1098.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121963
- ISBN
- 9780813121963
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 95.94
€ 95.94