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Political control & freedoms

Paperback. Shows how the experiences of African American soldiers during World War II and the Korean War influenced many of them to challenge white supremacy in the South when they returned home. Focusing on the motivations of individual black veterans, this book explores the relationship between military service and political activism. Series: Princeton Studies in American Politics: Historical, International and Comparative Perspectives. Num Pages: 288 pages, 13 line illus. 14 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPVH1; JWT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691140049
ISBN
9780691140049
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.35

Hardcover. Lord Acton (1834-1902) is often called a historian of liberty. Acton is mainly known for a single maxim, 'Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely'. In this title, the author presents an indepth consideration of Acton's thought. Num Pages: 340 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 635.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Northern Illinois University Press United States
Number of pages
340
Condition
New
SKU
V9780875804651
ISBN
9780875804651
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.63

Hardback. An illuminating study tracing the evolution of drone technology and counterterrorism policy from the Reagan to the Obama administrations Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1FB; HBJF1; HBW; JPV; JWM; TTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25. .
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300218541
ISBN
9780300218541
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 31.45

hardcover. That American forces should torture prisoners in their "war" on terror is disturbing, but more shocking still is that the highest officials of the Bush-Cheney administration planned, authorized, encouraged, and concealed these war crimes. Num Pages: 370 pages, 12 b+w photographs. BIC Classification: JPVH; JPWL; JWXK; JWXR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 164 x 33. Weight in Grams: 698.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Potomac Books Inc United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
370
Condition
New
SKU
V9781597973878
ISBN
9781597973878
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.63

Paperback. From the Korean War to the conflict in Iraq, this book examines the ways in which the American public decides whether to support the use of military force. Contrary to the conventional view, it demonstrates that the public does not respond reflexively and solely to the number of casualties in a conflict. Num Pages: 280 pages, 13 line illus. 48 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBWS; JPS; JPVK; JPWS; JWA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 432.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691139081
ISBN
9780691139081
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.49

Paperback. Western Europe became a multiethnic society in a fit of absence of mind. This book tackles uncomfortable questions about immigration and Islam head-on, and asks: Why can't we face the truth? Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; JFFN; JFSR2; JPV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 132 x 23. Weight in Grams: 288.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141027777
ISBN
9780141027777
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.81

Hardback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 20, 20 graphs. BIC Classification: JPVL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 237 x 19. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780801451263
ISBN
9780801451263
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.29

Paperback. Offers a vivid and nuanced picture of working for social justice while trying to remain true to people's traditions Series: Louann Atkins Temple Women & Culture Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 34 b&w and 10 color photos, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; JFSL9; JPVH1; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780292745261
ISBN
9780292745261
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.20

Paperback. Everyone worries about privacy these days. Packed with stories that are funny and sad, familiar and strange, this book tours the myriad arenas where privacy battles are fought, lost, and won. It explores how we manage our secrets, our phone calls and e-mail, the perimeters of our homes, and our interactions with neighbors. Num Pages: 408 pages, 2 halftones, 5 line drawings, 6 tables. BIC Classification: JFFP; JHBA; JPV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 228 x 27. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226586533
ISBN
9780226586533
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 22.15

Paperback. Num Pages: 236 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 206 x 137 x 16. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
236
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814755624
ISBN
9780814755624
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.29

Hardback. Num Pages: 304 pages, 4 illus.; 1 table. BIC Classification: JKS; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 16. Weight in Grams: 572.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231151306
ISBN
9780231151306
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.21
€ 46.67

Paperback. This collection of interviews explores the role of religion in the lives of eminent South Africans who led the struggle against apartheid. Political, religious and cultural leaders share the beliefs and values that informed the moral position they adopted, often at great cost. Series: Perspectives on Southern Africa S. Num Pages: 325 pages, 2 maps, 21 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; HRA; HRCM; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 230 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454. Good copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of California Press California
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KEX0241133
ISBN
9780520200456
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. This collection of interviews explores the role of religion in the lives of eminent South Africans who led the struggle against apartheid. Political, religious and cultural leaders share the beliefs and values that informed the moral position they adopted, often at great cost. Series: Perspectives on Southern Africa S. Num Pages: 325 pages, 2 maps, 21 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; HRA; HRCM; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 230 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454. Good copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of California Press California
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KEX0241132
ISBN
9780520200456
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. This collection of interviews explores the role of religion in the lives of eminent South Africans who led the struggle against apartheid. Political, religious and cultural leaders share the beliefs and values that informed the moral position they adopted, often at great cost. Series: Perspectives on Southern Africa S. Num Pages: 325 pages, 2 maps, 21 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; HRA; HRCM; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 230 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454. Clean copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of California Press California
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KEX0236990
ISBN
9780520200456
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback. This collection of interviews explores the role of religion in the lives of eminent South Africans who led the struggle against apartheid. Political, religious and cultural leaders share the beliefs and values that informed the moral position they adopted, often at great cost. Series: Perspectives on Southern Africa S. Num Pages: 325 pages, 2 maps, 21 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; HRA; HRCM; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 230 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454. Good copy
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
University of California Press California
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
SKU
KEX0241131
ISBN
9780520200456
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. It's a common complaint: the United States is overrun by rules and procedures that shackle professional judgment, have no valid purpose, and serve only to appease courts and lawyers. This book argues, however, that few Americans would want to return to an era without these legalistic policies. Series: Chicago Series in Law and Society. Num Pages: 320 pages, 17 line drawings, 4 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPP; JPVH; LNDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226211657
ISBN
9780226211657
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.74

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226113852
ISBN
9780226113852
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.73
€ 79.10

Paperback. In sheer numbers, no form of government control comes close to the police stop. Police stops are among the most frequently criticized incidences of racial profiling, and studies have shown that minorities are pulled over at higher rates. This book deftly traces the strange history of the investigatory police stop. Series: Chicago Series in Law and Society. Num Pages: 272 pages, 24 line drawings, 13 tables. BIC Classification: JFSL; JKSW1; JPVH1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 374.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226113999
ISBN
9780226113999
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 26.89

Paperback. Human rights have become one of the most important moral concepts in global political life over the last 60 years. Charles Beitz, one of the world's leading philosophers, offers a compelling new examination of the idea of a human right. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 382.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199604371
ISBN
9780199604371
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.36

Hardcover. Num Pages: 162 pages, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL9; JPVH; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 158 x 16. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
162
Condition
New
SKU
V9781604562026
ISBN
9781604562026
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.33
€ 61.45

Paperback. Exploring why America has failed to compensate Black Americans for the wrongs of slavery, this book provides a history of the racial reparations movement and shows why it is an idea whose time has come. Num Pages: 268 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KBB; GTB; JPA; JPVH; LN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 143 x 16. Weight in Grams: 332.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
268
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814737415
ISBN
9780814737415
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.73

Paperback. Num Pages: 552 pages, 27 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBSM; 3JJPK; HBJK; HBLW3; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 200 x 49. Weight in Grams: 976.
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
552
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520251762
ISBN
9780520251762
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.27

Paperback. In This Nonviolent Stuff'll Get You Killed, Charles E. Cobb Jr. describes the vital role that armed self-defense played in the survival and liberation of black communities in America during the Southern Freedom Movement of the 1960s. Num Pages: 328 pages, 12 illustrations. BIC Classification: JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 228 x 23. Weight in Grams: 490.
Publisher
Duke University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822361237
ISBN
9780822361237
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.37

Paperback. This groundbreaking volume explores how post-Arab Spring societies have experienced transitional justice - or not, as the case may be Editor(s): Sriram, Chandra Lekha. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1HB; 3JMG; JPH; JPV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. .
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849046497
ISBN
9781849046497
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.85

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