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Political science & theory
Hardback. Presents a series of papers that discuss political opportunity and social movements. This book includes case studies of specific social movements, comparative case studies of social movements, and comparative case studies of transnational issue networks. Editor(s): Coy, Patrick G. Series: Research in Social Movements, Conflicts and Change. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFM; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 659.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762307869
- ISBN
- 9780762307869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 207.98
€ 207.98
Political Decision Making, Deliberation and Participation
. Ed(S): Carpini, M.X.Delli (Department Of Po...
Hardback. Contains essays that address three important and interrelated themes in the theory and practice of democratic politics: the use of information short cuts in political decision making; the role of deliberation in citizens' attitude and opinion formation; and, the pathways to civic and political participation. Editor(s): Carpini, M.X.Delli (Department of Political Science, Barnard College, USA); Huddy, L. (Department of Political Science, State University of New York, Stony Brook, USA); Shapiro, R.Y. (Department of Political Science, Columbia University, USA). Series: Research in Micropolitics S. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMH; JPA; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 229 x 25. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762302277
- ISBN
- 9780762302277
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.43
€ 205.43
Paperback. These essays touch on the very heart of what it means to be a responsible citizen, both in our own country and in the global community. New York Abstains "Courteously" explains how the true values undergirding the United States are being overshadowed by partisan politics and private ideologies. Editor(s): Conn, Marie A.; McGuire, Therese. Num Pages: 140 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 227.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761858782
- ISBN
- 9780761858782
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.63
€ 53.63
Hardback. The presidential election of 2008 ushered in a period of dramatic transformation. Public dissatisfaction expressed itself as a desire to reclaim liberty. This book, based on a series of presentations at the Hudson Institute-Family Security Matters Conference, attempts to capture this fervent political spirit. Editor(s): London, Herb; Taber, Carol. Num Pages: 114 pages. BIC Classification: JPA; JPQB; JPS; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 345.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 114
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761857884
- ISBN
- 9780761857884
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.06
€ 99.06
The Triumph of Hate. The Political Theology of the Hitler Movement.
Christopher . Ed(S): Vasillopulos
Hardback. Editor(s): Vasillopulos, Christopher. Num Pages: 346 pages. BIC Classification: HBJD; HRA; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 28. Weight in Grams: 668.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761856702
- ISBN
- 9780761856702
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.56
€ 144.56
Hardback. This work outlines the history of American anti-federalism and proposes it as the philosophy of government best suited to the nation's needs in the 21st century. It deals with the realities of local government and proposes solutions to major socio-economic problems. Num Pages: 206 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA; JPH; JPQ; JPR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- University Press of America United States
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780761804819
- ISBN
- 9780761804819
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.82
€ 112.82
Paperback. Explores how religious concerns influence those who shape and those who are shaped by policies. This work queries the social teachings of global denominations and local congregations, as well as the implicit religious stances taken by national governments and international NGOs. Editor(s): Nesbitt, Paula D. Num Pages: 296 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: HRA; JPA; JPV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 147 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780759100893
- ISBN
- 9780759100893
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 72.36
€ 72.36
Hardback. Explores how religious concerns influence those who shape and those who are shaped by policies. This work queries the social teachings of global denominations and local congregations, as well as the implicit religious stances taken by national governments and international NGOs. Editor(s): Nesbitt, Paula D. Num Pages: 304 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: HRA; JPA; JPV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780759100886
- ISBN
- 9780759100886
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 158.14
€ 158.14
Hardback. In 1944 Horkheimer and Adorno warned that industrial society turns reason into rationalization, and Polanyi warned of the dangers of the self-regulating market, but today, argues Stiegler, this regression of reason has led to societies dominated by unreason, stupidity and madness. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 170 x 27. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745664934
- ISBN
- 9780745664934
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 74.52
€ 74.52
Hardback. Offers a fresh perspective on Richard Rorty by situating his work in the arena of political theory. Reinterpreting Rorty's antirepresentationalism as a Romantic affirmation of the power of imaginative writing, this work provides an assessment of this important thinker's value to the political discourse of the 21st century. Series: 20th Century Political Thinkers. Num Pages: 186 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 463.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 186
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742551664
- ISBN
- 9780742551664
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 164.38
€ 164.38
Paperback. Explores the similarities in political and constitutional thought between Justice Antonin Scalia and Alexander Hamilton, and views that Hamilton holds the key to understanding Justice Scalia's decisions. This title uses comparisons between the two men to find the underlying judicial philosophy that connects Justice Scalia's manifold decisions. Num Pages: 408 pages, ports. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA; LA; LNAA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742543119
- ISBN
- 9780742543119
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 79.45
€ 79.45
hardcover. The Communitarian Reader: Beyond the Essentials brings together essays by prominent social thinkers reflecting on issues ranging from moral obligations to civil liberties after 9/11. The result is a book both practical and theoretical, and an essential guide for all interested in further exploring this important social movement. Editor(s): Etzioni, Amitai; Volmert, Andrew; Rothschild, Elanit. Series: Rights & Responsibilities. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: JF; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 188 x 21. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742542181
- ISBN
- 9780742542181
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 180.65
€ 180.65
Paperback. Politicians and the media are natural enemies. When politicians turn the public against the media, everyone loses - especially unbiased and courageous news reporting. Worse, when traditional reporters and media are displaced, the pundits and alternative media take over. Series: American Political Challenges. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742538177
- ISBN
- 9780742538177
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.47
€ 23.47
Hardback. How does one forgive an international political transgression as deep as genocide or apartheid? Forgiveness is often conceived of as an element of personal morality, and even at that it is difficult. This book argues that it is also an essential part of p Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 184 x 22. Weight in Grams: 503.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742535800
- ISBN
- 9780742535800
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 172.00
€ 172.00
Paperback. This work defends a libertarian conception of a free society, one in which negative rights (rights not to be interfered with in peaceful pursuits) are identified and protected. It argues that such a society is the best ideal for humans and that this ideal is deserving of everyone's support. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742531031
- ISBN
- 9780742531031
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 64.21
€ 64.21
Hardback. This work defends a libertarian conception of a free society, one in which negative rights (rights not to be interfered with in peaceful pursuits) are identified and protected. It argues that such a society is the best ideal for humans and that this ideal is deserving of everyone's support. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742531024
- ISBN
- 9780742531024
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 160.88
€ 160.88
Paperback. This book pulls back the wrappings that cloak U.S. agriculture and explains how and why politics has affected the traditional stewardship role played by agriculture. Editor(s): Meiners, Roger E.; Yandle, Bruce. Series: The Political Economy Forum. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JPA; TV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 145 x 12. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742527690
- ISBN
- 9780742527690
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.41
€ 70.41
Paperback. This reader brings together seminal articles on development in Latin America. Tracing the concepts and major debates surrounding the issue, the text focuses on development theory through three contrasting historical perspectives: imperialism, under-development and dependency, and globalization. Series: Latin American Perspectives in the Classroom. Num Pages: 408 pages. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTB; GTF; JPA; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 147 x 22. Weight in Grams: 515.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742523937
- ISBN
- 9780742523937
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.07
€ 75.07
Paperback. Comprehensive in its chronology, the works it discusses, and the commentators it critically examines, Alexis de Tocqueville and American Intellectuals tells the surprising story of Tocqueville's reception in American thought and culture from the time of his 1831 visit to the United States to the turn of the twenty-first century. Series: American Intellectual Culture. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPA. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 169 x 15. Weight in Grams: 367.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742523449
- ISBN
- 9780742523449
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.41
€ 65.41
Hardback. William James is known as a philosopher of pragmatism. This work challenges this understanding. It traces the historical importance and contemporary possibilities of pluralism's original political insight. It illuminates political philosophy of the 20th century and challenges contemporary assumptions about the desirability of unanimity. Series: Modernity and Political Thought. Num Pages: 140 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 15. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742523265
- ISBN
- 9780742523265
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.24
€ 148.24