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Hardback. Cosmopolitanism is an emerging movement in global ethics. This book provides cutting edge essays by leading scholars on cosmopolitanism. It is written in a style accessible to interested lay people as well as scholars and researchers in the relevant fields. Editor(s): Hooft, Stan van; Vandekerckhove, Wim. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 230 pages, 3 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187034
- ISBN
- 9789048187034
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€ 126.52
€ 126.52
Hardback. Despite being a relatively young sub-discipline, European environmental sociology has changed considerably over the years towards more interdisciplinary collaborations and problem solving. Editor(s): Gross, Matthias; Heinrichs, Harald. Num Pages: 361 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA; KCN; RGC; RNF; RNP; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 800.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 361
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187294
- ISBN
- 9789048187294
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€ 218.74
€ 218.74
Hardback. The broader societal implications of voting age requirements is explored in this in-depth overview, in addition to the legislative bar against youth voting in North America and in Commonwealth countries. The text uniquely addresses the youth vote as a fundamental human rights concern. Series: Ius Gentium: Comparative Perspectives on Law and Justice. Num Pages: 288 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; JMC; JMK; JPA; LA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1280.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189625
- ISBN
- 9789048189625
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€ 127.56
€ 127.56
Hardback. This book problematizes the concept of religious freedom along legal, constitutional, ethical and theological lines, and especially from the perspective of religious studies, seeking a contemporary understanding that promotes human flourishing. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRAB; JPA; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 562.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189922
- ISBN
- 9789048189922
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€ 122.56
€ 122.56
hardcover. Applying Hegel's theories to the field global justice, this volume provides a fresh perspective on topics like universal human rights, cosmopolitanism and justice. The text stages a unique dialogue between Hegel and contemporary theorists, demonstrating the richness of Hegel scholarship. Editor(s): Buchwalter, Andrew. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCD; HPS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 19. Weight in Grams: 512.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 241
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189953
- ISBN
- 9789048189953
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€ 186.38
€ 186.38
Hardback. This volume examines three questions: Why do we value freedom of speech and expression? How does freedom balance multicultural sensitivity, minority rights and prevention of violence? Can traditional defenses of freedom of speech translate to other cultures? Editor(s): Golash, Deirdre. Series: Amintaphil: The Philosophical Foundations of Law and Justice. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA; LAB; LND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 514.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048189984
- ISBN
- 9789048189984
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€ 126.19
€ 126.19
hardcover. Drawing from various cultural and national contexts, this timely volume examines the politics of toleration and recognition in an age of religious pluralism. The text comprises of original essays by leading, internationally-renowned scholars in the fields of political philosophy and legal theory. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 187 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; JFC; JPA; JPH; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 450.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 187
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048190164
- ISBN
- 9789048190164
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€ 125.98
€ 125.98
The New Faces of Victimhood: Globalization, Transnational Crimes and V...
. Ed(S): Letschert, Rianne; Van Dijk, Jan
Hardback. In this book, experts reflect on the legal challenges posed by the darker sides of globalization, from cyber crime to human trafficking. They examine the limits of domestic systems of justice in providing protection, empowerment and redress to the victims. Editor(s): Letschert, Rianne; Van Dijk, Jan. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 343 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JH; JKS; JMK; JPA; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 22. Weight in Grams: 680.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 343
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048190195
- ISBN
- 9789048190195
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€ 191.55
€ 191.55
Hardback. E-Democracy presents the ways in which the Internet could transform both politics and government. Topics include foundations, basic methodologies, potential implementation and applications, in addition to a thorough discussion of the underlying challenges involved. Series: Advances in Group Decision and Negotiation. Num Pages: 376 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KJT; PBW; UBJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1560.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048190447
- ISBN
- 9789048190447
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Condition: New
€ 191.92
€ 191.92
The Quality of Life in Asia: A Comparison of Quality of Life in Asia
Inoguchi, Takashi; Fujii, Seiji
Hardback. Analyzing the day to day lives of 29 countries and societies on the continent, this volume studies and compares the quality of life in Asia. The text systematically explores demographics such as income and educational level, the extent of access to public utilities and digital devices, and more. Series: Quality of Life in Asia. Num Pages: 248 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTB; JPA; KCF; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048190713
- ISBN
- 9789048190713
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Condition: New
€ 122.45
€ 122.45
Developing Adaptation Policy and Practice in Europe
. Ed(S): Brannlund, Lotta; Keskitalo, E. Cari...
Hardback. Mitigation will not be sufficient for us to avoid climate change and we will need to adapt to its consequences. This book targets the development of adaptation policy in European countries with different relations between central and regional/local government. Editor(s): Brannlund, Lotta; Keskitalo, E. Carina H. Num Pages: 376 pages, 15 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; LNKJ; RGL; RNF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 161 x 33. Weight in Grams: 796.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048193240
- ISBN
- 9789048193240
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Condition: New
€ 188.21
€ 188.21
Hardback. This text offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary analysis of chemical risk regulation, including REACH and GHS. It features contributions from experts in toxicology, ecotoxicology, risk analysis, media and communication, law, and political science. Editor(s): Eriksson, Johan; Gilek, Michael; Ruden, Christina. Num Pages: 350 pages, 25 black & white tables, 2 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; LNKJ; MMG; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 773.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048194278
- ISBN
- 9789048194278
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Condition: New
€ 187.01
€ 187.01
Hardback. The Future of the World's Forests provides a new examination of the international forest policy debate. Presenting examples from both the developed and developing world, the text serves as a resource for researchers and graduate students in forest policy and international relations, as well as policymakers and professionals. Series: World Forests. Num Pages: 214 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCM; RNF; TVR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 498.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048195817
- ISBN
- 9789048195817
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€ 188.96
€ 188.96
Hardback. Approaches to Legal Rationality explores the most pertinent approaches to rationality in a legal context, and grapples with the relationship between logic and law. More than a collection of papers, the text includes chapters written from both analytical and continental philosophical perspectives. Editor(s): Gabbay, Dov M.; Canivez, Patrice; Rahman, Shahid; Thiercelin, Alexandre. Series: Logic, Epistemology, and the Unity of Science. Num Pages: 432 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPL; JPA; LAB; UYQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 782.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048195879
- ISBN
- 9789048195879
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Condition: New
€ 224.56
€ 224.56
Hardback. This volume explores the complex nature of genocide and the relative promise of avenues identified by the international community to attempt to put a definitive end to its occurrence, including criminal accountability, civil disobedience and intervention. Editor(s): Provost, Mr. Rene; Akhavan, Payam. Series: Ius Gentium: Comparative Perspectives on Law and Justice. Num Pages: 374 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKV; JPA; LAM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 28. Weight in Grams: 720.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 374
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048198399
- ISBN
- 9789048198399
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.24
€ 192.24
Hardback. A collection of works that considers the many different facets of the EU's increasingly important engagement with the world beyond its borders. It covers the developments which reflect the incremental changes upon which the post-Lisbon Treaty arrangements have some bearing, including the COREU network, and more. Editor(s): Cardwell, Paul James. Num Pages: 456 pages, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; LBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 813.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- T.M.C. Asser Press Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789067048224
- ISBN
- 9789067048224
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.28
€ 124.28
Dealing with Wars and Dictatorships: Legal Concepts and Categories in ...
. Ed(S): Israel, Liora; Mouralis, Guillaume
hardcover. Dealing with Wars and Dictatorships Editor(s): Israel, Liora; Mouralis, Guillaume. Num Pages: 269 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHB; JPA; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 576.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- T.M.C. Asser Press Netherlands
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Number of pages
- 269
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789067049290
- ISBN
- 9789067049290
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Condition: New
€ 123.11
€ 123.11
Hardback. Highlighting the coherence of, and connections between, current themes in the subject, this volume collates original contributions from key researchers into a new trend in the contemporary theory of knowledge and belief known as 'dynamic epistemology'. Editor(s): Girard, Patrick R.; Roy, Olivier; Marion, Mathieu. Series: Synthese Library. Num Pages: 252 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; HPL; JPA; KCH; PDA; UMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400700734
- ISBN
- 9789400700734
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.11
€ 126.11
Politics and Development in a Trans-boundary Watershed
. Ed(S): Ojendal, Joakim; Hansson, Stina; Hel...
Hardback. Water, and its governance, is now a key global issue. With much of the world's water found in transboundary systems, the weak protocols on dealing with concerns that arise are a major headache for policy makers. This volume case studies the Lower Mekong Basin. Editor(s): Ojendal, Joakim; Hansson, Stina; Hellberg, Sofie. Num Pages: 212 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; PSAF; PSVP; RNFD; RNP; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 502.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400704756
- ISBN
- 9789400704756
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.67
€ 122.67
hardcover. This book examines the virtues and the way women were represented and represented themselves as capable of exercising virtue in the late medieval and early renaissance period. It reveals the complexity and diversity of medieval attitudes to female virtue. Editor(s): Green, Karen; Mews, Dr Constant J. Series: The New Synthese Historical Library. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCB; HPQ; HR; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 541.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400705289
- ISBN
- 9789400705289
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Condition: New
€ 123.08
€ 123.08
Hardcover. This book examines the relationships between cities and nation-states over the sweep of history, and in particular the role of trust networks in mediating this relationship. It includes a chapter from an unfinished manuscript by sociologist Charles Tilly. Editor(s): Hanagan, Michael P.; Tilly, Chris. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMVD; JH; JPA; RGC; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 781.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400707559
- ISBN
- 9789400707559
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Condition: New
€ 187.32
€ 187.32
Hardback. Christian Munthe undertakes an innovative, in-depth philosophical analysis of what the idea of a precautionary principle is and should be about. A novel theory of the ethics of imposing risks is developed and the author analyses the political implications. Series: The International Library of Ethics, Law and Technology. Num Pages: 204 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JPA; LNKJ; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 161 x 18. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400713291
- ISBN
- 9789400713291
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.93
€ 121.93
Hardback. With mobile phones now the most ubiquitous mode of communication, this publication shows their ideal potential as a tool for conflict prevention and management. It details innovative uses of mobile technologies such as early warning and humanitarian relief. Editor(s): Poblet, Marta. Series: Law, Governance and Technology Series. Num Pages: 232 pages, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GTJ; JPA; LBB; UBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 18. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400713833
- ISBN
- 9789400713833
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.30
€ 185.30
Paperback. Cosmopolitanism is an emerging movement in global ethics. This book provides cutting edge essays by leading scholars on cosmopolitanism. It is written in a style accessible to interested lay people as well as scholars and researchers in the relevant fields. Editor(s): Hooft, Stan van; Vandekerckhove, Wim. Series: Studies in Global Justice. Num Pages: 230 pages, 3 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400715653
- ISBN
- 9789400715653
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.11
€ 124.11